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A year after a dozen Frenchmen were convicted of selling fake pinot noir to two companies, a California judge has approved a million-dollar settlement that will buy a free round for duped consumers. Under the agreement, E&J Gallo and Constellation Brands will cut a $2.1 million check to drinkers of legal age who file a claim for purchasing the vino, which was sold in stores from 2005 through 2008, reports Reuters. The "top-payment" for those lacking proof of purchase will be capped off at $21 and the deadline to file a claim is May 24, 2012. Gallo was unavailable for comment at press time. |
