Dates:  Sat – Mon, Sept 5 – 7, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon.

Web Site:   www.wineharvesfestival.com

Attendance Estimate:  12,000

Email:  Dawn@HelpingHandsEvents.com

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Southern NM State Fairgrounds, Las Cruces, Noon – 6:00 pm daily. We begin the summer and end the summer with wine festivals. This time of year the fruit hangs heavy on the vine and is already being harvested. Join us for a celebration of the harvest with live music, a large variety of wines to sample, arts and crafts, food, wine tasting seminars, and of course a grape stomp

Dates:  Fri – Sun, Sept 4 – 6, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon..

Web Site:    http://www.nadur.gov.mt/

Attendance Estimate:  .

Email:  .

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

There will also be a number of food stalls offering some delicious foods like suckling pig, oriental dishes, pasta, rabbit etc. There is also a seated dining area, called ‘The Channel View’ grill.

Dates:  Fri – Sat, Sept 4 – 5, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon..

Web Site:   http://www.sowetowinefestival.co.za/

Attendance Estimate:  5,000

Email:  busi.cwa@iafrica.com

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  The fifth annual Standard Bank Soweto Wine Festival is only a few weeks away. It will be held at Soweto Campus, University of Johannesburg. The “black middle-class audience is worth R180 billion plus and, in the future, will constitute around 70% of their consumers”, a festival spokesman said on Friday, 17 July 2009

Dates:  Fri – Sun, Sept 4 – 6, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon..

Web Site:    www.sonomawinecountryweekend

Attendance Estimate:  Bunches

Email: 

Price:  5    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  What a festival. We were in attendence last year, read our blog below about the 2008, but needless to say, this is the real thing. More good wine, good food and good times cannot be had, so hurry to their site and get your tickets.

Dates:  Thur – Mon, Sept 3 – 7, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:    http://www.pinehurst.com/pinehurst-wine-festival.asp

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  pinehurst.winefest@pinehurst.com

Price:  4   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  By looking at the schedule of activities, you will definately need Monday, Labor Day, to rest. Each Labor Day weekend for the past 20 years, Pinehurst has invited food and wine lovers from around the globe to share in an extraordinary four days of competitions and demonstrations, seminars and tastings, gourmet dinners and social gatherings. With attendance reaching 500 annually, this boutique event gives guests one-on-one access with experts, premier chefs, sommeliers and wine principals in a setting known for quality experiences. 

 Location:  Bodega, CA

Dates:  Sat – Sun, Aug 28 – 29, 2010

Web Site:  www.winecountryfestivals.com/

Email:  wcfestivals@sbcglobal.net

Estimated Attendance:  ?

Price:    1  (1 to 5, low to high)

Details:  Details for 2010 not yet posted. However, read our blog about attending the 2009 festival by looking at the comments below…

Dates:  Thur – Sun, Aug 27 – 30, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon…

Web Site:   http://www.swisswinefestival.org/ 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  swisswinefest@embarqmail.com

Price: 1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Who would have thunk it? So IN wine festival and now in its 38th year. From area wines, twirling batons to culinary delights sizzling on grills, the Swiss Wine Festival each year celebrates, as well as salutes, the cultural heritage of Switzerland County, Indiana. Now in its 38th year, the four-day event, held on Vevay’s riverfront, uniquely blends tradition and fun. From opening day on Thursday to closing time Sunday evening, the Swiss Wine Festival caters to all ages and interests. Arousing polka music to toe-tapping country emanate from the three entertainment stages. Several of the youth-oriented contests sport colorful Swiss dress, ranging from intricate embroidered aprons to tied kneeknockers for lads

Dates:  Sat, Aug 22, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:    http://laglc.convio.net/site/PageServer?pagename=SU_AF_SD_SimplyDiVine

Attendance Estimate:  500

Email:  scunningham@lagaycenter.org

Price:  3    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  The L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center invites you to the 4th Annual Simply diVine! Wine and Food Tasting & Auction on Saturday, August 22nd, at the prestigious Two Rodeo in Beverly Hills. Guests will enjoy delicious wines from over 20 vintners, spirits provided by SKYY Vodka, and wonderful tastings from 10 of L.A.’s hottest restaurants, all under the beautiful skies of Beverly Hills.

Dates:  Fri – Sun, Aug 21 – 23, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   www.suncadiaresort.com

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  Unk

Price:  .2    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Featuring over 40 of Washington’s finest wineries, this festival is sure to please. Workshops, winemaker’s dinner featuring Seattle’s Tom Douglas along with the resort’s exec chef, Andrew Wilson on Saturday night. Who would want to miss the FIne Finish sparkling wine brunch on Sunday? Can’t wait!

Location: Russian River Valley, Sonoma, CA

Dates: Fri – Sun,  August 14 – 16, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon…

Web Site: http://rrvw.org/grape-to-glass/

Email:

Price:     2*    (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Location:  Woodinville, WA

Dates: Thur – Sat, Aug 13 – 15, 2010 Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.auctionofwashingtonwines.org/

Email: cmunro@washingtonwine.org

Price:   UNK      (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Title: Vintage Ohio Wine Festival
Location: Kirkland, OH
Dates: August 7 -8, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Website: Click here
Description: Our Annual Premier Event. It’s all about Ohio’s wines…explore our treasures, discover our charm; rolling vineyards, sparkling lakes, quaint countrysides, unique gift shops, picnics in the sunshine, festivals, tours…but most of all, come and taste our fine award-winning wines.

Location:  Okanagan, British COlumbia, Canada

Dates:  Thur – Sat, Aug 6 – 8, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon…

Web Site: http://www.owfs.com/

Email:

Dates:  Fri – Sat, Aug 7 – 8, 2010 - Details for 2010 coming soon..

Web Site:   www.columbuswinefestival.com

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  mary@pattonpr.com

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Help the Franklin Park Conservatory and have fun all at the same time!  Debuting in the Columbus market for te FIRST time this year, make sure you are one of the first to get a souvenir wine glass. Sure to become a collector’s item. Learn more about food and wine, sip and taste the day away. You can even learn how to cook better from the cooking demos or just enjoy the live entertainment.

Dates:  Thur – Sun, Aug 6 – 9, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon.

Web Site:    http://www.sfchefsfoodwine.com/

Attendance Estimate:  6,000+

Email:  sfchefs@andrewfreemanandco.com

Price:  2   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Dates:  Sat - Sun, Aug 1 – 2 , 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon..

Web Site:   http://www.goshenfair.org/

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details: Help celebrate the bounty and diversity of Connecticut wines at the Goshen Fairgrounds in Goshen, CT. Support Connecticut agriculture by sampling fine local wines and delectable specialty foods. Peruse fine arts and crafts while relaxing to the sounds of various local musicians. This year’s festival offers the rare opportunity to purchase bottles and cases of wine directly from the wineries at the festival.

Dates:  Fri – Sun, July 31 – Aug 2, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   www.gaylord.com

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  2   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Hit the road to Nashville, Tennessee this summer and see your favorite Food Network stars at the Food Network Southern Food & Wine Festival at Gaylord Opryland. This premiere event will be held at the popular resprt from July 31-August 2, 2009, and will include a variety of exhibitors, food and wine samplings, food competitions, plus live cooking seminars and exclusive opportunities to meet Food Network celebrity chefs including  Alton Brown, Bobby & Jamie Deen and The Neelys.

Dates:  Fri – Sun, July 31 – Aug 9, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   http://www.fkrm.com/foodandwine/

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  foodandwine@fkrm.com

Price:  Unk    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Come on down and enjoy all of all the tasty temptations, and some of your favorite wines, as Key Largo’s culinary experts step up to the plate to show you what Key Largo has to offer multiple wine tasting events in 9 days: cooking demonstrations, wine dinners, progressive wine dinners, food and wine pairing classes, cook book signings, free pour wine tastings, art and wine “shows,” cigars and wine, and of course Key Largo’s famous sunsets, SCUBA diving, tourist attractions, shopping, and a great time. AND remember, Pelican Cove Resort is just down the road and a great place to stay. Tell Cathy we sent you for a nice surprise!

Dates:  Thur – Sun, July 30 – Aug 2, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   www.wineroute.co.za

Attendance Estimate:  Thousands

Email:  .

Price:  Unk   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  It’s winter in the Cape. Hundreds of wineries and over 500 wines to taste! Special events, dinners and tastings and the last time I checked, they speak English almost just like me and you!

Location: Steamboat, CO

Dates:  Thur – Sun, July 30 – Aug 2, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.steamboatwinefestival.com/

Email:

Price:    2*     (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Web Site:   http://strengthsouthflorida.org/

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  svatske@strength.org

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  This is really an event, but we have sort of adopted this fantastic charity, so attend this “festival”  and help end childhood hunger in American.

Savor the finest dishes and drinks prepared by the area’s hottest chefs and mixologists, enjoy the best wines and bid in exciting live and silent auctions, all to catch the more than 350, 000 children at risk of hunger in our community and ensure they have nutritious foods where they live, learn and play! This fine charity is being hosted at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne starting with the VIP Reception at 6pm. Say hi to Sari from us!

Dates:  Thur – Sun, July 30 – Aug 2, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   www.acfoodandwine.com

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  3    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Dates:  Sat – Sun, July 25 – 26, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:    http://www.tcvb.com/showrecord.asp?id=974

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  events@fireonthemountain.com

Price:  FREE   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Well it’s Hot Fun In The Summertime once again, as the friendly Central Sierra village of Twain Harte becomes the center of creativity, music and fun at the Twain Harte Summer Arts & Wine Festival.

The 32nd Annual Twain Harte Summer Arts & Wine Festival presents over 100 crafts & artists including live entertainment and wine tasting. There is something here for the entire family

Dates:  Sat – Sun, July 25 – 26, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   http://www.niagarawinetrail.org/index.html

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

The Niagara Wine Trail USA is excited to hold our

first ever wine festival this summer at Artpark in conjunction with the Buffalo

Philharmonic Orchestra’s SummerFest series.

The Wine and Culinary Festival will feature wine tasting from nine Niagara

Wine Trail USA wineries, cuisine from local restaurants, and Jazz music

before each BPO concert on Saturday July 25

th and Sunday July 26th

tasting will begin on Saturday at Noon till 8pm and from Noon till 6pm on

Sunday. Acclaimed soprano and Buffalo native, Laura Aikin, will perform on

Saturday at 8pm for an evening of favorite opera hits and on Sunday

Classical Guitarist, Marco Santor, will perform with the BPO at 3pm.

Dates:  Fri – Sun, July 24 – 26, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   http://www.summitwineandfood.com/home.php 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  info@summittwineandfood.com

Price:  2  (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  The Summit Wine & Food Festival showcases the talents of many of the most respected and highly regarded winemakers, chefs and sommeliers today. Only minutes from New York City, in Summit, New Jersey, this three-day gathering brings together the nation’s best and most influential culinary personalities from a broad and diverse background to share their insights, skills, knowledge and passion for great cuisine and fine wines.

Dates:  Fri – Sun, July 24 – 26, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:    http://gilroygarlicfestival.com/

Attendance Estimate:  100,000+

Email:  .

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

I look forward to sharing the fun and entertainment of Garlic Festival XXXI with you!

-Kirsten Carr, 2009 President – Thanks Kirsten for the comments

Dates:  Fri – Sun, July 24 – 26, 2010

Web Site:   www.sumitwineandfood.com/home.php 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Price:  2   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

This event promises to be the best celebration of the epicurean and culinary arts on the east coast. Come join us for a wide variety of uniquely flavorful experiences and deliciously entertaining events including cooking demonstrations, wine tastings, seminars and food and wine pairing dinners prepared by America’s most creative chefs and featuring some of the most sought-after wines on the market today.

Dates:  Thur – Sat, July 23 – 25, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:    www.sunvalleycenter.org

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  kbretall@sunvalleycenter.org

Price:  2   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Join us for Sun Valley’s favorite fund raising event! Beneath the summer sun and surrounded by gorgeous mountains, each year the Sun Valley Center holds the Wine Auction to raise funds to support its educational arts programming and community outreach. Pick one event or all – but be a part of it.

The Auction weekend includes: the auction gala, vintner dinners in private homes, a hosted wine picnic on a golf course, and a tasting that includes wines from the over 120 wineries that generously participate in this 28 year old event.

Dates:  Sat – Sun, July 18 – 19, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   http://www.firsttracksonline.com/News/2009/5/22/Village-at-Squaw-Valley-Keeps-Summer-Hopping/

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  The 8th Annual Squaw Valley USA Art, Wine & Music Festival brings some of the finer things in life to this High Sierra Valley. Talented artists and craft persons, musicians and performers gather at the base of Squaw Valley USA to showcase their creativity. Attendees can enjoy live music on two stages while savoring the offerings from fifteen wineries and a fine art exhibition featuring more than forty artists. The event is a fundraiser for the Disabled Sports USA Far West and Tahoe Arts for the Schools. The cost is $25 per day, which includes a commemorative wine glass and wine tasting. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with wine tasting available from 2 to 6 p.m.

 Location:  Mediterrean Sea

Dates:  Sat – Tues, July 17 – 27, 2010

Web Site:  www.foodandwinetrails.com 

Email: 

Estimated Attendance: 

Price:   5   (1 to 5, low to high)

Details:  So you want to get up close and personal with some of the Russian River Valley Pinot growers, wine makers and wineries? This is an opportunity not to be missed. It’s like a 10 day Pinto Festival aboard Oceania Cruises. A mighty fine cruise company with many less cabins versus those mega-cruise companies. 

The cruise is sponsored by Food and Wine Trails, a division of HMS Travel based in the Sonoma Wine country. Food And Wine Trails are leaders in organized tours with America’s top food and wine organizations.  Larry Martin, President of Food And Wine Trails, explains the special cost-advantage of the cruise package, “With the dollar’s drop in value to the Euro, the Pinot Passion Cruise offers great value to the savvy international traveler.” Pricing for the cruise begin at  $376 per day, per person – double occupancy with deluxe accommodations, all meals for ten days plus nightly entertainment, round-trip airfare, all taxes and fees  and plenty of Russian River Pinot Noir!

Dates:  Fri – Sat, July 17 – 25, 2010 – Detail for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   http://www.festivaldelsole.com/Home.80.0.html 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  Varies   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Eight days of summer just gets better with this festival. Almost daily concerts, sometimes two in one day and lunch and dinners. What’s not to like. Festival del Sole takes place every summer in California’s beautiful Napa Valley. The Festival features concerts by some of the world’s most celebrated musical artists, five-star cuisine, art exhibits, and wines from Napa’s top vintners, blended in a unique celebration of the art of life.

Dates:  Fri – Sun, July 17 – 19, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   www.killingtonchamber.com,

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Start with an Estate Wine Tasting on Friday and move right into the Grand Tasting on Saturday afternoon some of which is held on the top of the mountain, how cool.  On Saturday night join in one of the wine dinners and conclude the weekend on Sunday with a world-class brunch and/or golf. WOW.

Dates:  Fri – Sun, July 17 – 19, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   http://www.hudsonwinefestival.com/

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Join the kickoff on Friday at the VIP party or just join the throngs enjoying over 250 wines, musical entertainment, great food and artists too!wcasing more than 250 wines from local, national and international producers, guests will also enjoy musical entertainment, delectable food, artists and vendors as well as raffles throughout the weekend.
Join us along Village Way in the First & Main Shopping District as we celebrate the 2nd Annual Hudson Wine Festival!

Dates:  Fri – Sun, July 17 – 19, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   http://www.flwinefest.com/

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  info@flwinefest.com

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Join over 80 wineries serving more than 600 wines in one of the region’s fastest growing traditions. Enjoy cooking demonstrations and classes by the New York Wine and Culinary Center. And there’s live music, arts, crafts and more to make for a beautiful weekend in the Finger Lakes. Yancey’s Fancy presents the Launch of The Lakes celebration on Friday with a parade and toga party.

Dates:  Thur – Sat, July 16 – 18, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:    http://www.californiawinefestival.com/files/Event_info.pdf

Attendance Estimate:  Thousands

Email:  .

Price:  1 or 2   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Our idea of a wine festival. Thursday, Friday and Saturday each has a wine tasting. First night accompanied by Tapas, Friday its with Rare and Reserve wine and final night is simple Beachside.

Dates:  Thur – Sat, July 16 – 18, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   www.nashvillewineauction.com

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  sara.moggio@nashvillewineauction.com

Price:  .5   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  This weekend they celebrate 30 years of fighting cancer at this country’s oldest running wine auction. Try to get to The Grand Vintner’s Tasting on Thursday or the Grand Patrons Private Collection on Friday. Short on time, just fly in for the Grand Auction on Saturday evening.

Dates:  Sat – Sun, July 11 – 12, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   http://www.frenchfestival.com/

Attendance Estimate:  20,000 

Email:  frenchfestival@yahoo.com

Price:  0    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Dates:  Fri – Sun, July 10 – 12, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   http://www.washingtonwinesfestival.com/ 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  5    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Join up for the 2nd annual wine weekend benefitting Camp Korey and the WA Wine Education Foundation. Wine maker dinners on Friday plus Silent and Live Auction. Weekend tix includes overnight accommodations.

Dates:  Sat – Sun, July 11 – 12, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   http://www.downtownlosaltos.org/events/aw_main.html

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  . ?   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  When it’s the 30th annual, you know they are doing something right! The highly-rated Arts & Wine Festival showcases the distinctive works of artists and craftspeople from over a dozen states. The Festival also features select vintages by the glass from local wineries as well as a wide variety of foods including Thai, Chinese, Mexican, All American favorites like sausages, hot links and roasted corn, sweets of all kinds, and more.

Fun for the whole family with rides, activites and even a kidzone!

Dates:  Sat, July 11, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:   http://www.bedfordwine.com/ 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  5th annual event and if you love dogs, horses and a farm setting, this is your event. And great wine too!

Dates:  Fri – Sun, July 10 – 12, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:    SouthAfricanFoodFest.com

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  max@grayhavenwinery.com

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  The festival is a celebration of the culture, food, wine and music of South Africa. Visitors will taste a stellar line-up of wines from Cape Point Vineyards, Mulderbosch, Springfield Estates and others as well as Grayhaven’s own award-winning Virginia wines. This unique festival also provides the rare opportunity to taste traditional South African dishes

Dates:  Thur – Sun, July 9 – 12, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   http://www.centralcoastwineclassic.org

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  archie@slonet.org.

Price:  Unk  (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Experience the beauty and diversity of California’s Central Coast! Participate in the 2009 Twenty-Fifth Annual Central Coast Wine Classic.

Four action packed days, starting with the Barrel Tasting on Thursday; dinner at Hearst Castle or Dolphin Bay. Following that up on Friday with cycling, wine symposiums, cooking demos and dinners throughout the county.

Saturday starts and ends with the wine and lifestyle auction, silient austion and luncheon and as if that would not be enough, Sunday attend another symposium and a Reserve Wine Tasting in the afternoon.

Location:  Park City, UT

Dates:  Thur – Sun, July 9 – 12, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon…

Web Site:  http://www.parkcityfoodandwineclassic.com/

Email:

Price:      ?   (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Dates:  Sat – Sun, July 4 – 5, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   http://across-the-way.com/index.php?pr=fand_home

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Born of a melding between the 5th annual Wine Down the Music Trail wine festival and the unique and popular Floyd Fandango Faire and Brew, this summer’s July 4th event weaves all your favorite elements – wine tasting, beer sampling, fabulous music and mountain camping, together for one of the most exciting festival experiences you’ll have all summer!Blue Cow Pavilion venue off the Blue Ridge Parkway near Floyd, Virginia, for two days of sounds and samples.Virginia vintages, or cash in your beer chips for four 4 oz samples from over a dozen of your favorite microbreweries… all with a Blue Ridge Mountain scenescape and live soundtrack by JJ Grey and Mofro and more!

Join us this July 4th and 5th at our beautiful 80-acre

Stroll the lush grounds while tasting from over 50 of the finest

Dates:  Thur – Sat, July 2 – 11, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   http://www.toastoftaos.com/

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  strigg@taoshospital.org

Price:   2   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  This festival is so ove the top, it takes 10 days to party throught the events. Now into their 4th year, offering wine and epicurean delights for everyone. And don’t forget the ART. New this year will be wines from around the world, not just from the SW USA. 

Dates:  Sat – Sun, June 27 – 28, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   www.alexandrapalace.com

Attendance Estimate:  Unknown

Email:  Unk

Price:  Unk   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Be sure to drop by the Alexandra Palace for the Cyprus Wine Festival & Business Exhibition, also being held this June 2009. This exhibition is known to bring together London’s Cypriot Community, and is also known for being a great venue to showcase a wide variety of food, drinks and services under one roof. At this festival and exhibition, participants are also able to enjoy merry-making wine tasting activities and witness true family entertainment.
The Cyprus Wine Festival & Business Exhibition will be from 11:00am to 11:00pm on June 27, and from 10:30am to 9:00pm on June 28. Admission will be £6.00 per ticket for adults, and will be free for children.

Dates:  Sat – Sun, June 27 – 28, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   www.jhwa.org

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  kristink@gtmf.org

Price:  .    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  What a time to visit Jackson Hole! The 15th annual Jackson Hole Wine Auction, benefiting the world renowned Grand Teton Music Festival, celebrates a special anniversary with two days of great food and wine on June 27 and 28. This premier event opens with Champagne Cheers, a unique Champagne tasting at 9,095 feet, and continues the following evening with the signature Auction and Gala Dinner. Shafer Vineyards will present top vintages, to be paired with the inspired cuisine of chefs Alessandro Stratta and Bradford Thompson.

Dates:  Sat - Sun, June 27 – 28, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:    www.slowfoodandwinefestival.com

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  The East Coast Food & Wine Festival, produced by Slow Food Central Jersey and the Estate Wine Growers of New Jersey, will be held on Saturday & Sunday, June 27th & 28th, 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m., at Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, New Jersey.

The festival is a wonderful opportunity to sample dishes from some of the Garden State’s best restaurants. And how about a chance to taste some wines produced in NJ? Farmer’s Market will be another hit.

Dates:  Fri – Sat, June 26 – 27, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   

Attendance Estimate:  .Unk

Email:  .

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Wow, now in their 4th year! Enjoy the setting along Lake Erie as you enjoy tastings, wine, education seminars and cooking demos. Start off on Friday evening by checking into the Marriott at Key Center for a great “Sip, Savor and Sleep” package including admission for two. Hurry on out!

Dates:  Fri – Sun, June 26 – 28, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   http://www.winefestival.com.au/main.html

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  The 2009 Brisbane Fine Wine Festival is a 3-day celebration showcasing over 600 of the best wines Australia has to offer.  The venue, in the heart of the city, is the Grand Chelsea Ballroom at the Mercure Hotel.  The festival features fine wines and food from all over Australia, as well as some highly regarded imported wines.

Dates:  Fri, June 26, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon…

Web Site:    http://www.scenicmichigan.org/winefestival/Winefestival_2009.html

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  info@scenicmichigan.org

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  We’re late posting this one day festival, but if you’re in the area, this seems like the place to be TODAY!

Location:  Telluride, CO

Dates: Thur – Sun, June 25 – 28, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:   http://www.telluridewinefestival.com/

Email:

Price:    ?     (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Location:  San Francisco, CA

Dates: Thur – Sun, June 24 – 28, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site: http://pinotdays.com/home.asp

Email:

Price:    1*     (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Location: Spokane, WA

Dates: Sunday, June 21, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon…

Web Site:  http://tastewashington.org/index.php

Email:

Price:   UNK      (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Dates:  Sat, June 20, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:   http://www.wingsandwineclassic.com/

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email: 

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Always like being in the first of anything! This first Annual Wings & Wine Classic is filled with flights and bites that will please your palette and lift your knowledge of wine. Talk directly with the wine makers and experts! Guests will be able to indulge and explore 20 exceptional wineries under the wings of the fantastic aeronautical displays of the Pearson Air Museum. All wineries will be offering “flights” to the guests included in the ticket charge that are paired with gourmet bites that enhance the dynamics of the wines structure. As part of this fund raiser guests may then purchase wines by the case or bottle to enjoy again later at home. Live Music and Educational Sessions, & Wine Tastings & Wine Sessions are also included .

Dates:  Sat, June 20, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:   . 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Radio station KMOX (1120 AM) in St Louis has scheduled its 2009 Jazz and Wine Festival for Saturday, June 20. The event will run from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on the grounds of the historic Cabanne House in Forest Park (at the corner of Lindell and Union).

Dates:  Sat, June 20, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon…

Web Site:   http://www.mainegrainsandgrapes.com/ 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  cmorrison@androscoggincounty.com

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Two sessions, one in the afternoon and the other the same evening. Maine has over a couple of dozen vitners and even more breweries. Many will be here for you to taste along with food participants too!

Location: Stowe, VT

Dates:  Fri – Sun, June 19 – 21, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.stowewine.com/

Email:

Price:    ?     (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Details:  Imagine fine wines, superb cuisine and rare wines at auction, all at the world famous Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe. Details for 2009, besides the dates, not yet available, but keep on checking right here.

Dates:  Fri – Sat, June 19 – 20, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   http://www.winecountrywashington.org/celebration/default.aspx 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  2   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Now in their 7th year, this is the State signature event when it comes to their vineyards. Held in the wineries throughout the appellations. Join in the fun…

Location: Aspen. CO

Dates:  Fri – Sun, June 19 – 21, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site: http://www.stayaspensnowmass.com/p-food-and-wine-classic.php

Email:

Price:      4*   (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Dates:  Fri – Sat, June 12 – 13, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   http://www.wineinthepines.com/index.html 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  Craig@wineinthepines.com

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  If you have the time, this would be an ideal escape to the mountains of southern California. Near to Bakersfield, SLO and Santa Barbara makes this an ideal getaway. The main event is on Saturday, but make sure you get to the Winemaker Dinner on Friday. At noon and Saqturday be ready for great foods and wine, music, silent auction and art display. WOW…

Dates:  Sat – June 13, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:   www.pioneerwinetrail.com 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Dates:  Sat – Sun, June 13 – 14, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon…

Web Site:   http://www.scmwa.com/VintnersFestival_000.htm

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  info@scmwa.com

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Don’t miss this. Western side already had their festival a couple of weeks ago. Great time to try some premium wines from the Santa Cruz Mountains applellation.

Location:  Sun Valley/Ketchum, ID

Dates: Fri – Sun, June 12 – 14, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.visitsunvalley.com/static/index.cfm?action=group&contentID=569

Email:

Price:     2*    (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Dates:  Fir – Sun, June 12 -14, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon…

Web Site:   www.mandalaybay.com

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  news@charliepalmer.com

Price:  4    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Wanna go to Vegas and do it up right? $1,350 per COUPLE, gets you 3 days, 5 events and 68 wines and ONE unforgettable experience. They will even throw in some hand-blown glasses! So even if you are not in the dog house or DAD’s day should be special, do this NOW….

Dates:  June 12, 2010

Web Site:    http://www.russianriverpassport.com/events.html

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  .    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Russian River Passport is an annual event showcasing the wineries, vineyards and exceptional beauty of Russian River Valley . There are over 150 wineries and 300 growers in the Russian River Valley , producing a variety of world class wines to please any wine lover.

Wineries up and down Russian River Valley, many of whom are not open to the public invite you inside as special guests where they showcase their wine and their people.   Each winery will offer special foods they select to complement their wines.  Some larger locations will feature live entertainment as well.

Dates:  Thur – Sun, June 11 – 14, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon..

Web Site:   http://cms.kapalua.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=137&Itemid=981 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  Unk

Price:  Unk   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Join the “Carnival.” On June 11, 2009, the longest-running and most prestigious festival of its kind in Hawaii, celebrates 28 years of fine food and wine with a four-day culinary extravaganza ending on Sunday.

Inspired by innovation, excellence and intimacy, the 28th annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival explores some the most exciting trends in the gastronomic world.

Festival Host, Master Sommelier Fred Dame brings together world-renowned winemakers, top Master Sommeliers, celebrated chefs and industry insiders for a long-weekend of daily culinary exhibitions, interactive wine tastings and evening gala events. The Grand Tasting, Kapalua Seafood Festival, In the Kitchen and Fred Dame’s Rare Wines Dinner are but a few of the highlights of this trendsetting event.

Dates:  Sat – Sun, Sept 19 – 20, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   http://www.santaclaraartandwine.com/

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  ParksandRecreation@santaclaraca.gov

Price:  0    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

The Santa Clara Art & Wine Festival is set inside picturesque Central Park.

Dates:  Sat, June 5, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:   www.bonnydoonartwinefestival.com 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  Unk

Price:  1    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  Okay, not really a festival rather an event, but if you’re in the neighborhood, stop in for some fun and WINE. Enjoy wine, art, food, music and exhibits at the beautiful Bonny Doon Airport Gardens on Empire Grade Road in Bonny Doon. Featured are wines from Bonny Doon’s Beauregard winery, as well as many other Central Coast wines and wines from Calaveras County. Music includes jazz and salsa; over 100 silent auction items and a live auction of works of featured artists Kent Perry, Duane Armstrong and many other professional and amateur Central Coast artists.

Dates:  Sat – Sun, June 6 – 7, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:    http://www.foodandwinenh.com/

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  lynn@showsinc.com

Price:  1   (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

This fun festivalis now in its 2nd year and just waiting for you! Think Global. Taste Local. The Food & Wine Festival at National Harbor celebrates the chefs’ use of local, fresh and responsibly sourced ingredients from both land and sea, which inspire their creativity and protect the environment. Attendees will also be able to explore the expanding world of food pairing with wine and beer.

The festival is open to consumers and trade professionals and will appeal to oenophiles and epicures as well as novices looking to increase their knowledge and pleasure of food and wine.

Dates:  Sat – Sun, June 5 – 6, 2010

Web Site:   http://www.lawinefest.com/

Attendance Estimate:  3,000+

Email:  Jmfisher@aol.com

Price:  Unk    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  5th Annual festival is coming back to Raleigh Studos and Joel Fisher promises that it will be bigger and better and that is saying a lot. Keep tuned right here for more details as they become available.

Location:  Temecula Valley, CA

Dates:  Fri – Sun, June 5 – 7, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.tvbwf.com/?pid=654

Attendance estimate:  Thousands

Email:

Price:    1*     (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Location:  Napa Valley, CA

Dates:  Thur – Sun, June 4 – 7, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site: http://www.napavintners.com/anv/anv_1_overview.aspx

Email:

Price:     5*    (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Location: York, PA

Dates: Sat – Sun, May 30 – 31, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.yorkwinefest.com/

Attendance estimate:  Unk

Email: info@yorkwinefest.com

Price:    1     (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Dates:  Sat – Sun, May 29 – 30, 2010

Web Site:   http://www.texasfestivalofwines.com/

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  .    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  If the 2010 is anythign like the 2009, don’t miss this festival deep in the heart of Texas…..

Location: Austin, TX

Dates: Sat – Mon, May 23 – 25, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.austinwinefestival.com/index.html

Email:

Price:     1*   (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

 Location:  Paso Robles, CA

Dates:  Fri – Sun, May 21 – 23, 2010

Web Site:  http://www.pasowinefest.com/

Email:  info@pasowine.com

Estimated Attendance:  ?

Price:   ?   (1 to 5, low to high)

Details:  The marquee wine tasting event held along California’s Central Coast. Experience a weekend where wine tasting meets culinary delight; a weekend where the simple pleasures of wine, artisanal food and good company come together among the oaks and in the sun.

The Paso Robles Wine Festival features more than 90 wineries pouring their best in the quaint Paso Robles Downtown City Park. Wine country cuisine and artisan foods are a true complement to the more than 400 wines being featured at this celebration. Music will resonate through the park on this spring day and the only thing missing is you.

Location:  New Orleans, LA

Dates: Tues – Sat, May 19 – 23, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.nowfe.com/

Email:

Price:    ?     (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Location: Lodi Lake Park, CA

Dates: Sat – Mon, May 16 – 18, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.zinfest.com/

Attendance estimate: Unk

Email:

Price:   1*      (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Title: Paso Robles Wine Festival 
Location: Paso Robles, CA
Description: The annual Paso Robles Wine Festival weekend, the third weekend in May, is a perfect time to visit Paso Robles Wine Country.
Start Date: 2010-05-15 – Details for 2010 coming soon….
End Date: 2010-05-17

 The annual Paso Robles Wine Festival weekend, the third weekend in May, is a perfect time to visit Paso Robles Wine Country. More than 100 area wineries host an array of special events including winemaker dinners, food pairings, seminars, winery tours, special tastings and more. These events can be found at many locations throughout the Paso Robles American Viticulture Area (AVA), California’s third largest and fastest growing wine region.

 http://www.pasowine.com/events/winefestival.php

Location:  Philo, CA

Dates:   Fri-Sun, May 15-17, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.avwines.com/pnf.htm

Email:  info@avwines.com

Price:      Unk   (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Location: Sarasota, FL
Dates: May 14, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….
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Description: The “Grandfather” of Italian winemaking, Tasca d’Almerita put Sicily on the map as the leading Italian winemaking region, dating back to the 19th Century. Join Lilly Lo Cascio, Ambassador for Tasca d’Almerita, and Libby’s Café + Bar Executive Chef, Fran Casciato, for an indulgent evening of Italian-influenced cuisine from Chef Fran’s native background, elegantly paired with Tasca d’Almerita’s award-winning wines.

Dates:  Wed – Sun, May 13 – 17, 2010 – Details for 2010 soon….

Web Site:   www.nantucketwinefestival.com

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  info@nantucketwinefestival.com

Price:  3   (1 = Inexpensive & 5 = Expensive)

Details:  Over the past 12 years the Nantucket Wine Festival has blossomed into one of the nation’s most celebrated wine and food events. With the help of Nantucket landmark hotel, The White Elephant, most of this year’s festival will be staged entirely in the heart of downtown Nantucket.

This wine festival has all of the trimmings of being a wonderful way to enjoy a special weekend in yummy Nantucket. From the opening reception on Wednesday straight through to the Champaign Brunch and more events on Sunday afternoon, this is one not to miss. Some items are already sold out, so get to their website now and pick & choose……djb :~))

Location:  Okanagan, BC, Canada

Dates:  Thur – Sat, May 1 – 9, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site: http://www.owfs.com/

Email:

Price:     ?    (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Title: Spring Wine Festival
Location: Okanagan, British Columbia, Cdn
Description: The Okanagan Spring Wine Festival is a perfect marriage of wine and culinary tourism.
Start Date: 2010-04-30 – Details for 2010 coming soon….
End Date: 2010-05-09

 The Okanagan Spring Wine Festival is a perfect marriage of wine and culinary tourism. For the first ten days in May each year, it offers a tantalizing experience for anyone who loves fabulous wine accompanied by fine cuisine. And what better way to announce the grape growing season than to hold a Festival during bud break! Guests can choose an incredible 100 plus events throughout Okanagan Wine Country at a time of year when it is absolutely delightful to savour Spring in the warm sunshine. The Okanagan Spring Wine Festival has been described as “one of Canada’s best small festivals” and it is no wonder that its success continues to grow.

 www.thewinefestivals.com/

Location:  Nasahville, TN

Dates:  Thur – Sat, April 30 – May 2, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon…

Web Site:  https://secure14.hostek.net/nashvillewineauction-com/reservations.html

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Price:    2*     (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Details: Vitner’s tasting kicks off this “America’s Oldest Charity Wine Events” in Nashville. Follow up on Friday with a Premiere Cocktail Supper and the Premiere Auction at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel on Saturday.

Dates:  Thur – Sat, Apr 29 – May 8, 2010

Web Site:   http://www.thewinefestivals.com/ 

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  .

Price:  .    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details: 

Location:  Sarasota, FL

Dates:  Thur – Sun, April 23 – 26, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.floridawinefest.com/

Email:

Price:    ?     (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Details: From Trade Tastings to Winemaker dinners in and around beautiful Sarasota, FL and in the right time of year! On Firday join in the always fun Showcase of Food & Wine Tasting, seminars followed by that legend of a dinner dance at the Ritz. Bring your wallet on Saturday fo the Grand Bruch & AUCTION and wind down on Sunday at the Sips & Sounds.Now in it’s 19th year and those of us at winefestnews.com cannot believe we were in attendance at the first one!

Location: Pebble Beach, CA

Dates:  Thur – Sun, April 16 – 19, 2010-Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.pebblebeachfoodandwine.com/

Email:

Price:      5*   (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Details: From the Opening Night Reception at The Inn at Spanish Bay with a host of celebrity chefs in attendence to wine tasting on Saturday, everything is top notch. Friday night be part of one of the three special dinners. Come Saturday more wine tastings and cooking demos with another round of dinners at Pebble, Spanish Bay or B&T Club.  Conclude the weekend on Sunday with a cooking demo with Chef Cat Cora or maybe a wine tasting with Cristal or Roederer. Of course, after all of this there is still the Lexus Grand Tasting with lunch. Now you can understand why this festival is on the pricy side – cause it’s worth it…….(Of course, there are packages not quite as expensive as the Imperial, but you only live once and if you do it right, once is enough)

Location: Blowing Rock, NC

Dates:  Thur – Sun, April 16 – 19, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site: http://www.blueridgewinefestival.com/

Email:

Price:     UNK    (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Details: What could be better than to be up and around the Blue Ridge mountains in the first part of spring? Enjoy wine competition, the actual “uncork” festival, dinners and grand tastings concluding with a champagne brunch on Sunday. And good to know, we didn’t see any auction so you don’t have to worry about over imbibing and over bidding. YEA…

Dates:  Thur – Mon, April 8 – 12, 2010

Web Site:   http://www.margaretriverfestival.com/

Attendance Estimate:  Unk

Email:  ceo@margaretriverwine.org.au

Price:  .    (1 = inexpensive & 5 = Expensive) 

Details:  The Margaret River Wine Region Festival presented by Channel 9 / WIN TV, has confirmed dates as the 8th – 12th April 2010 advised Leah Clearwater, President of the Margaret River Wine Industry Association. More details when they arrive!

 Location:  Carmel, CA

Dates:  Thur – Sun, April 8 – 11, 2010

Web Site:  http://www.pebblebeachfoodandwine.com/

Email:  info@pebblebeachfoodandwine.com

Estimated Attendance:  ?

Price:   5   (1 to 5, low to high)

Details:  Some details now available. Start out with a golf tournament on Thursday followed by the Opening Nigh Reception that evening.

On Friday you have wine tastings and cooking demos. These are followed by a bunch of lunches, all seem very yummy! The afternoon brings more wine tastings and cooking demos and several dinners to choose from.

Saturday has a similiar flair as Friday but with different stars to dazzle you with.

Of course, Sunday begins with several champagne tastings, a few cooking demos and lunch.

In all, over 60 celebrity chefs, 250 world-class wineries over 4 decadent days at Pebble Beach.

Is is too soon to move this festival into the top handful of wine festivals in the world? We don’t think so, so grab the phone or email them for your spot….

Location: Seattle, WA

Dates: Sat – Sun, April 4 -5, 2010 – Details of 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://tastewashington.org/

Email:

Price:  UNK       (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Location: Santa Rosa, CA

Dates:  Wed – April 1, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  Unk

Attendance estimate:  Unk

Email: natalie@woweventsolutions.com

Price:     1    (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Location:  Vail, CO

Dates: Wed – Sat, April 1 – 4, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.tasteofvail.com/

Attendance estimate: 5,000

Email:

Price:   Unk      (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Dates:  Fri – Sun, Mar 27 – 29, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  http://www.goldennugget.com/downloads/Wineflyer.pdf

Attendance estimate:  1st year

Email:

Price:      1   (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Web Site: www.pasowine.com
Location: Paso Robles, CA
Description: More than 90 wineries will host an array of special events throughout Paso Robles Wine Country during the Zinfandel Festival weekend.
Start Date: 2009-03-20-Details for 2010 coming soon…
End Date: 2009-03-22

 The 2009 Zinfandel Festival tickets are now on sale at www.pasowine.com. Celebrate the region’s heritage wine grape at  the 17th Annual Zinfandel Festival. Three distinct events make up the weekend of of wine tasting bliss – RESERVE, Wine Country Auction and Grand Tasting. For such a fine event, this festival is really inexpensive. Get moving today.

Location: Healdsburg, CA

Dates: Fri – Sat, Mar 20 – 21, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon…..

Web Site:  www.pigsandpinot.com

Attendance estimate:  Small

Email:

Price:    4  (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)

Title: Russian River Barrel Tasting
Location: Russian River Valley, CA
Description: Barrel Tasting is not a food or themed event. It\’s all about the WINE…many wineries offer \”futures\” on their barrel samples. This is a chance to purchase wine now, often at a discount, then come back to the winery when the wine is bottled, typically 12-18 months from now. Many wines are so limited, buying futures is your only chance to purchase them.
Start Date: 2009-03-07 – Details for 2010 coming soon…..
End Date: 2009-03-08

 To taste, you will need to purchase our tasting glass and event wristband for $20.00 at the first winery you visit, each weekend. You can purchase your entry on the Friday of each weekend at those wineries listed below with an (*) asterisk and that would then include that full weekend- keep the wristband on!
We gladly replace broken glasses, but lost or misplaced glasses are $5.00 to replace. 

Location:  Hilton Head, SC

Dates:  Thur – Sat, March 12 – 14, 2010 – Details for 2010 coming soon….

Web Site:  www.hiltonheadhospitality.org/sections/wine-fest/

Attendance estimate:  Unk

Email:

Price:    1     (1* inexpensive to 5* very expensive)