1 of Arizona's oldest wineries destroyed in fire

By   2009-6-12 17:20:47

NOGALES, Ariz. (AP) - 1 of Arizona's oldest wineries has burned to the ground, sending ripples through the state's wine industry that it helped developed.

Arizona Vineyards, established in 1984, was located off the Patagonia Highway northeast of Nogales in the southeastern part of the state. It was destroyed early Friday morning after police believe a man set it on fire.

Owner Tino Ocheltree estimates his losses at $2 million, but says he will rebuild.
A 43-year-old Nogales man who is accused of setting the fire has been arrested on charges of arson of an occupied structure and aggravated criminal damage.

Police are investigating a possible motive.

 


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