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Donald Trump on Monday, January 19 threatened 200% tariffs on French wine and champagne over France’s intentions to decline the US leader’s invitation to join his “board of peace.” The board was originally conceived to oversee the rebuilding of war-torn Gaza, but the charter does not appear to limit its role to the occupied Palestinian territory.

“I’ll put a 200% tariff on his wines and champagnes. And he’ll join. But he doesn’t have to join,” Trump said, referring to French President Emmanuel Macron. A source close to Macron told AFP on Monday that France “does not intend to answer favorably” to the invitation.

The board’s charter “goes beyond the sole framework of Gaza,” the source close to the French president said.

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    3 days ago

    Never heard of this. Had to search.

    Oxidative wine is intentionally exposed to oxygen during the winemaking process, which enhances its complexity and develops unique flavors such as nutty, caramel, and umami notes

    As a wine fan, I’m super curious. I’d like to try. Though I’m not sure I want umami flavored wine.