Battles in Lebanon Put Squeeze on Winemakers The recent battles between Israel and Hezbollah militants harmed many businesses in Lebanon -- especially the nation's winemakers. The war virtually stopped farm workers from harvesting the vineyards, or export bottles out of Lebanon.

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September 20, 20061:00 PM ET

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Peter Kenyon

The recent battles between Israel and Hezbollah militants harmed many businesses in Lebanon — especially the nation's winemakers. The war virtually stopped farm workers from harvesting the vineyards, or export bottles out of Lebanon.