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<p>Hello, everyone:<br>
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<p>The SCMWA recently held a teleconference with Clark Smith on
smoke taint and is providing the recording for all to view. The
discussion addresses:</p>
- the vineyard<br>
- understanding testing and the results<br>
- vinification<br>
- treatment<br>
- post-treatment mitigation<br>
<p>As the science and understanding of smoke taint is evolving,
Clark points out that "the grapes are coming, and this will be a
year of 'art over science'". Nevertheless, he shares as much of
the science as is available and his own expertise to give you a
sound basis for creating art during a season that presents many
questions and potential difficulties. This is a valuable
presentation for all growers and winemakers especially this year.
It fills in some of the gaps and provides more specifics following
the CAWG seminar last week. <br>
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<p>Here is the link: <a
href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FDC9m0WLfm9vLPxDEcPI3GUBAvxmShaT/view?usp=sharing"
class="">https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FDC9m0WLfm9vLPxDEcPI3GUBAvxmShaT/view?usp=sharing</a></p>
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<p>Clark Smith taught the Fundamentals of Wine Chemistry for UC
Davis for 24 years, is the author of <i>Postmodern Winemaking</i>,
and consults on the technical aspects of winemaking. During his
involvement with AppellationAmerica.com he helped to identify the
sub-regions of the Santa Cruz Mountains, and was the featured
speaker at Pinot Paradise. You can find out more about Clark Smith
at <a href="http://www.winesmithwines.com/">www.winesmithwines.com/</a>
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<p>Thanks much,</p>
Mary Lindsay<br>
Muns Vineyard<br>
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