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As the winemaking season winds down, at least for those who use fresh grapes exclusively, the club scene is by contrast moving into high gear. In addition, planning continues apace for upcoming Festivals and competitions. Inside you will find further information on AWO 1999 in London, as well as an entry form for the 14th annual Eastern Ontario Amateur Wine Competition. This “regional” competition is open to all amateurs, wherever they live, and without the requirement for club membership. Wines are assessed by qualified judges, and awards are made of Gold, Silver and Bronze medals in the same manner as in AWO.

Meanwhile, plans are also firming up for AWO 2000 in Ottawa. The host site/hotel has been selected, a source of souvenir ISO-standard wine glasses identified, and the wine for the meals is already fermenting.

In this issue we also include the always-welcome insights by our President, Dan Ostler, and Chief Judge Peter Pigeon, as well as an analysis by Gord Barnes on the sources of wines entered in AWO 1998. Our feature article as well tells you more than you ever wanted to know about nutrients, an essential ingredient in good winemaking. And, as Christmas and Hannukah approach, best wishes for fine wines and successful ferments.

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In This Issue:

AWO Festival 1998 is now only a pleasant memory, and in this issue you will find a review of the activities as well as a complete list of winners in the Annual Competition. AWO Restructuring, which has occupied a considerable amount of collective energy for the past year or so was discussed at the AGM, with the results which you will find inside. President Dan Ostler and Chief Judge Peter Pigeon bring us up to date on events in their spheres of influence, and we conclude our look at the production of commercial wines. So, pour yourself a nice glass of wine, put your feet up, and good reading!

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