Freixenet Extends Tapas Craze To New Wine Label New duo:

August 9, 2006 Vino

Freixenet Extends Tapas Craze To New Wine Label
New duo: Tapena’s initial twosome, Garnacha and Tempranillo, hits US store shelves next month.

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