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· Pinehurst Wine Festival - A Feast For The Senses Labor Day Event Celebrates 15th AnniversaryVILLAGE OF PINEHURST, N.C. - The air at Pinehurst will be filled with succulent aromas, rhythmic melodies and artistic vibrations creating a "Feast for the Senses" at the 15th annual Labor Day Wine Festival, August 28-September 1. The annual event promises to be bigger and better than ever with more entertainment, additional seminars and demonstrations, and an over abundance food and wines. Over 25 regional, national and international wineries will be represented at the event. From Biltmore Estate and Robert Mondavi, which have been involved since the inaugural festival in 1988, to newer participants including Banfi Vintners with famous Italian wines and Jordan Winery offering extremely rare vintages of their California varietals, this year's list of participants is both expansive and varied in its offerings. The weekend includes a remarkable line up of seminars and tastings that are as diverse as the wineries themselves. Chateau Ste. Michelle highlights Washington State viticulture, the second largest premium wine growing state in the U.S., while Schramsberg tells the story of Schramsberg and Methode Champagne styles. Girard Vineyards shares the art and blend of Napa reds and Cockburn's/William Hill enlightens participants on what constitutes a top quality port in its "Port Tasting 201." The opening reception begins with the memorable Saber Champagne Ceremony, in which a bottle of champagne is uncorked with a saber and released into waiting champagne flutes. Another highly attended event, the Bormioli Glass seminar, invites guests to taste wines in glasses of different sizes and shapes to experience the impact their design has on wine flavor. Entertainment by the Fabulous Kays and the Bob Murphy Quartet among others sets a melodic backdrop for events including the Grand Dessert Buffet, Gala Dinner and the Black and Blues dinner featuring the Coastline Band in the newly renovated Pinehurst Fair Barn. Rounding out the weekend, a diverse palette of art will be on display by regional artists. Renowned Seagrove potter Tom Gray joins the festival, showcasing some of his latest designs, which include his new serendipity green pattern. All arts, ranging from watercolors to oils, will be on display Saturday evening throughout the Carolina Hotel. Packages for a two-night stay start at $431 per person, double occupancy and include accommodations, breakfast and dinner daily, plus all seminars, entertainment and wine tastings. Three- and four-night packages, as well as spa and golf rates, are also available. For more information call 1-800-487-4653 or visit www.pinehurst.com/winefest. Pinehurst boasts eight championship golf courses including the world-renowned Pinehurst No. 2, site of the 2005 U.S. Open Championship. The 2,000-acre resort is also home to The Spa at Pinehurst, a 31,000-square-foot facility, and three world-class historic hotels. The Carolina, the "Queen of the South," is a stately Victorian; The Holly, an intimate inn with Four-Diamond dining, is Pinehurst's most luxurious accommodation; and The Manor provides a more casual atmosphere. Built in 1895, Pinehurst resort is located in the Village of Pinehurst, North Carolina approximately 70 miles southwest of Raleigh. The resort is one of more than 200 clubs and resorts worldwide owned and operated by Dallas-based ClubCorp, which was founded in 1957 and has approximately $1.6 billion in assets. For more information about Pinehurst, call 800-ITS-GOLF (487-4653) or visit www.pinehurst.com. Visit www.clubcorp.com for additional company information. Media Contact: Tracy Louthain Senior Account Executive 404-262-3000 x6351 |
| Produced by Judi Janofsky, Rich Steck and the Golf Press Association |