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Tannins are derived from both barrels and grapes and while all grapes have tannins, some, such as Cabernet, Nebbiolo and Syrah, possess tannins that are particularly strong.
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Even though grape harvesters, which shake or knock grapes from vines, have been around for about 40 years, some growers still pick by hand.
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Fortunately, Mr. Colin began with some very good vintages (2005, 2006), as well as some very good friends, and he was able to buy grapes from some top vineyards. (In Burgundy, the names Colin and Morey have great resonance.) Several years later, he gained access to the Colin family vineyards as well.
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