10th Pinot Noir Summit February 25, 2012

The Pinot Noir Summit...10 Years of Outstanding Pinot Noir

On Saturday, February 25, 2012 Pinot Noir lovers will gather for the remarkable 10th Pinot Noir Summit hosted by Affairs of the Vine at the Hilton San Francisco Financial District.

The Pinot Noir Summit attracts wine loving consumers, media, and trade. Attendees pit their palates against an expert judging panel, attend a workshop, a Sparkling Wine Reception, and the Grand Awards Tasting & Ceremony.

Pinot Noir Showdown ~ A Blind Tasting
1:30-4:00 PM ~ In a distinctly different format from other wine-tasting events, attendees blind taste and judge 40 of the top wines. Male and female votes are tallied separately and announced at the Grand Awards Ceremony.

Workshops
4:15-5:15 PM
Ellen Landis, Moderator: "Sleek, Silky and Seductive-Pinot Noir"
Sid Sall, Moderator: "What Makes a Great Pinot Noir Vintage?"

Sparkling Wine Reception
5:30-6:00 PM - Includes an international selection of cheeses and other tasty tidbits.

Grand Awards Tasting & Ceremony
6:00 -8:30 PM - Over 100 wines and an array of food with the chance to meet the winemakers. The Bay Area's favorite meteorologist & celebrated wine aficionado, Spencer Christian of KGO/ABC emcees the evening festivities. Winners will be unveiled and final results announced by wine lover, Christian at 8:00 PM.

All Day Ticket - 1:30-8:30 PM
Immerse your self in Pinot (includes Pinot Noir Showdown, Workshop, Sparkling Wine Reception, Grand Awards Tasting & Ceremony)
$130 per person*
*Purchase by February 1 to save $30

10th Pinot Noir Shootout Grand Awards Tasting & Ceremony Only
6:00-8:30 PM
Over 100 wines, an array & meet the winemakers.
$85 per person**

The Pinot Noir Summit is produced by Chief Wine Evangelist, Barbara Drady and Affairs of the Vine, the Sonoma-based company dedicated to converting people to wine.

Only 350 tickets available. A sell out every year.

More information at http://www.pinotnoirsummit.com

Official Website: http://www.pinotnoirsummit.com