You don't have to be mad to make Swedish wine...
...but it appears to help. Swedish gonzo wine journalism needs no fictional embellishment.
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A Georgian Orthodox priest flicks holy water, assisted by a deacon, jangling incense. A polyphonic choir sings haunting melodies in the corner of the winery. Outside a troupe of traditional Georgian dancers warms up. As does a pizza oven for the khachapuri (ხაჭაპური)1 - a sort of cheese-filled bread.
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