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26 The Best of the Best : An Interview with Michel Rolland
Lia Banville sits down with the world ’ s premier wine consultant to discuss his far-reaching influence on the winemaking world
35 Notes on Napa
An introduction to the Napa Valley , from soil to stars
43 Touring Napa Valley : Three Tours for Three Budgets
Explore Napa any which way you can !
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Cover : The stunning landscape of the Quintessa Estate in Napa Valley ( photo courtesy Quintessa ) www . banvilleandjones . com 5