Critics Call Scotland’s First Wine ‘Undrinkable’

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Scotland’s first winery initial bottles have been deemed ‘undrinkable’ by critics. The vintner says he’s not worried—his vinery’s future is bright because of global warming.

Published Jul. 14 2015 5:45PM EDT

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Christopher Trotter hoped to have Napa Valley and Tuscany shaking in their boots.

The chef and food writer turned aspiring vintner wanted to revolutionize the wine industry by making the first Scottish wine—wet, cold climate be damned!

Trotter grew 200 vines near his home in Upper Largo, battling the hostile conditions to...

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Critics Call Scotland’s First Wine ‘Undrinkable’

Scotland’s first winery initial bottles have been deemed ‘undrinkable’ by critics. The vintner says he’s not worried—his vinery’s future is bright because of global warming.

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Matt Kelemen