ON THE MORNING OF MARCH 4, a neighborhood in the Italian town of Castelvetro di Modena awoke to a startling surprise. When residents turned on faucets and showers, a rush of fizzy, crimson liquid splashed into sinks and tubs.
In the 20 affected homes, they initially recoiled in alarm, reports the Modena newspaper, Gazzetta di Modena. But a familiar fruity odor—violets, strawberries, fresh plums, and cherries—lured them closer. The liquid proved a mix of water and sparkling red wine.
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