Police are investigating an unusual crime in Germany – the disappearance of almost 2,500 kilograms of pinot noir grapes. Von Winning Winery, located in Deidesheim, was plundered last month by thieves – just before the said fruit’s scheduled harvest. What’s more, the grapes are a highly-prized variety (Spätburgunder) that has won several awards.
The estimated cost of the missing fruit is US$137,000.
The fact that so many grapes were taken – not to mention that this was done using professional harvesting equipment – has led some people to believe a rival winery could be to blame. The incident is still being looked into by police.
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