Are you passionate about Pinot Noir? Does your mouth start to water just thinking of this supple and sexy wine? Our AIWF Chapter brings you the opportunity to participate in the ultimate Pinot Noir lover’s event ...
The Pinot Summit
at
The City Club of San Francisco
on
Saturday, February 7, 2004.
AIWF Norcal members are specially invited by the hosts of the summit, Affairs of the Vine and The City Club of San Francisco to explore the world of Pinot Noir.
Highlights of this day-long event include:
The Final Showdown of the 2003 Pinot Noir Shootout, a tasting featuring 30 of the top rated Pinot Noirs.
Several excellent Pinot Noir Workshops where you’ll learn directly from the growers and winemakers.
The Pinot Noir Shootout Awards Ceremony
The Grand Reception featuring top Pinot winemakers showcasing their wines with specially paired hors d’oeuvres
The cost for the entire day of activities is $125.00 per person plus tax. A $20 donation will be made to the AIWF Norcal Scholarship Fund for each Norcal member attending.
Attendance is limited to 100 lucky wine lovers who are passionate about Pinot Noir. Register online at http://www.affairsofthevine.com or call 707-874-1975. Please do not call the AIWF office for tickets.
Pinot Noir Summit 2004 Schedule of Activities
1:30 PM
Pinot Noir Shootout - The Final Showdown
You will taste 30 of the top rated wines from The 2003 Pinot Noir Shootout in a blind tasting. These 30 wines are the winning selections that a panel of experts chose from over 150 producers. As part of the fun you’ll get to pit your palate against the expert panel as you score and rate the wines on your own scoring sheet, just like the experts. All scores will be tallied and compared with the findings of our panel.
3:00 PM
Pinot Noir Workshops
Choose two outstanding workshops from the selection below:
Satin Sheets in a Bottle
Pinot Noir: Discover the Velvet - A Vertical Tasting: A tutored tasting. Three winemakers will share three vintages of Pinot Noir showing the development of the seductiveness of this wonderful grape.
Here Come the Clones: Moderator: Anthony Austin, winemaker, Sonoma Coast Vineyards. Pinot Noir Clonal Selection discussion and tasting. The panel will identify the attributes of five different Pinot Noir clones and taste examples of each clonal selection.
How Does Your Pinot Grow?...Why Is Pinot Noir So Difficult to Grow?: A panel of viticulturists will discuss the challenges of growing Pinot Noir.
A Question of Style: A panel of winemakers will discuss their "style" of Pinot Noir and taste the unique differences.
Mushrooms and Pinot Noir: This workshop will explore the classic pairing. Which of the myriad varieties of mushrooms with which style of Pinot Noir...taste for yourself.
Understanding Pinot Envy...Identifying Aromas & Flavors in Pinot Noir: Conducted by: Affairs of the Vine. A unique tasting and learning experience. In this Aromatic Workshop, attendees will discover how to identify the wide range of aromas and flavors that occur in Pinot Noir. Participants will work with 21 different elements as they explore the characteristics of six unique Pinot Noirs representing different appellations and styles. We promise you a "sense-ual" and unforgettable experience.
5:00 PM
Pinot Noir Reception and Awards Ceremony
The final results will be announced at The Pinot Noir Summit at 5 PM and the winners will be unveiled during a reception featuring top Pinot winemakers and winery owners showcasing their wines with specially paired hors d’oeuvres. The winners will be announced with reference to the wines rated highest by the panel and by the trade.
Complete results will be posted at www.AffairsoftheVine.com
EXTRA ATTRACTION—WINEMAKER’S DINNER
The City Club of San Francisco and Affairs of the Vine will host a Pinot Noir Winemakers Dinner following The Pinot Noir Summit. A four-course dinner will be paired with the wines of four outstanding Pinot Noir winemakers. The evening begins at 7:00 P.M. The cost is $135.00 per person, THIS COST IS IN ADDITION TO THE PINOT SUMMIT. Register online at http://www.affairsofthevine.com or call 707-874-1975.
The City Club of San Francisco is located on the tenth floor at 155 Sansome Street between Pine & Bush.
