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...beverage of moderation." Yet the industry remains on the defensive, in part because some major members have divided loyalties. Despite its increased production of varietals, E. & J. Gallo, the nation's largest wine producer by far, earns considerable profit from Thunderbird, a cheap, fortified beverage that winos call "sneaky pete." And some corporate proprietors of prestigious wineries -- such as Britain's Grand Metropolitan or Hiram Walker, which owns Clos du Bois -- have major investments in hard liquor...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Food: A Golden Age for Grapes | 12/10/1990 | See Source »

...evident from the beginning that this game was not going to be a barnburner. "Frustrating" was the word Harvard Coach Pete Roby used to describe the first-half of the game, one that saw Harvard jump out to an early 7-2 lead before letting Brandeis' slow-down tactics dictate the pace of the game...

Author: By Josie Karp, | Title: M. Cagers Hang Judges, 63-40 | 12/4/1990 | See Source »

...been sporting my 25th reunion tie, back with Pete," said Donato, delighted to be back with his former linemate...

Author: By Gary R. Shenk, | Title: All Lines Are NOT Created Equal | 12/3/1990 | See Source »

...Anytime you play with guys like Ted or Pete, you're going to score a lot," Vukonich said...

Author: By Gary R. Shenk, SPECIAL TO THE CRIMSON | Title: Icemen Move Into First Place With 8-1 Demolition of Green | 11/28/1990 | See Source »

...days, even against a bland, lackluster opponent, any gubernatorial candidate who hints at new taxes is asking for trouble. Dianne Feinstein had a lot going for her: a strong record as San Francisco's mayor from 1978 to 1988, a dynamic campaign style and a feistiness that Republican Senator Pete Wilson lacked. Yet Wilson, who enjoyed strong White House backing, beat her by a comfortable 2.6% margin. His victory ensured that California's Democratic-controlled state legislature will not have complete say over redistricting in 1992, when the state will gain seven congressional seats...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Election Results: Governors | 11/19/1990 | See Source »

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