But it might also be an unforeseen consequence of the epidemic of phylloxera that has swept through California. (newscientist.com)
It was never affected by phylloxera and it sits on its own root stock. (blog.bullz-eye.com)
That's when phylloxera, the world's most famous aphid, laid waste to vineyards in the Cognac region, causing shortages and hyperinflation. (canadianbusiness.com)