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REFLECTING: Pandit Patil looks forward to their new venture.

development was being built behind the gates. In fact it was the Patdl’s house and outbuildings being constructed, and the fields made ready for grapevines.

“This was once all hay fields,” remarked Pandit Patil as he looked out over their now neat rows of vines. “We had to clear it all before we could do anything.”

The Patils currently have dedicated 10, out of their 51 acres, exclusively for their grapevines.

They have a variety of grapes, including Vidal Blanc, Chambourcin, Chardonelle, and Trammonette. And they hope to one day have even more varieties.”

“Maybe in 2007 well plant a hill with Merlot. Fm a Merlot person,” smiled Sudha. However, the Patils have only been growing vines on the land for two years, and vines are all they currently have. It takes several years for a new vineyard to actually produce grapes that can be made into wine.

While Sudha prefers the reds, Pandit is quick to point out that he is a Pinot Grigio guy and also is looking forward to trying something really new.

“Cherry wine,” grinned Pandit Patil. “Td like to make some cheny

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