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Governor Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Robert Mondavi
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Robert Mondavi:
"It is hard to imagine anyone having more of a lasting impact on California's $20 billion-a-year wine industry than Robert Mondavi.
"He was a tireless entrepreneur who transformed how the world felt about California wine, and an unforgettable personality to everyone who knew him.
"With his wife, Margrit, Robert was also a generous philanthropist whose gifts have enriched the lives of countless Californians.
"Robert was inducted into the California Hall of Fame in 2007 for his extraordinary contributions to California commerce, arts and culture. He was a true California legend and we will not see another like him anytime soon.
"Maria and I send our thoughts and prayers to the entire Mondavi family."
