Pinot Paradise March 28, 2009

Pinot Paradise : A Must for the True Pinot Noir Lover

The "King" of the Region, Pinot Noir,
Reigns Supreme in the Santa Cruz Mountains

If you love Pinot Noir, you owe it to yourself to attend Pinot Paradise, the 5th annual celebration of Pinot Noir exclusively grown and produced in the Santa Cruz Mountains . This year, the Grand Cruz event will feature over 30 local wineries pouring their best Pinots, accompanied by food from a dozen local gourmet restaurants. The event is held Sunday, March 29, at the beautifully appointed Villa Ragusa ballroom in historic downtown Campbell , in the heart of Silicon Valley .

This is a once a year opportunity to taste some of the finest Pinot Noirs being made in California today, all in one accessible place. Several vintages will be represented, from 2004 to 2007, and the variety of styles is truly a delight to explore. There's something for everyone here.

Accompanying the tasting will be a silent auction and raffle featuring local wines, artisan foods, arts & crafts, winery tours and exotic get-aways. The live auction at the conclusion features heated bidding over double magnums from each winery, plus a sensational one-of-kind Paradise Cuveé, a 5-liter blend of all the best Pinots being poured at the event. Now this is a party in a bottle!

Official Website: http://www.scmwa.com/PinotParadise.htm