Note: Brock University is hosting the Riesling Experience 2011 in June. Here’s the news release.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Who:
The Riesling Experience, first held at Brock University, Ontario Canada in 2008, was so successful that the organizers are back again for 2011 with an expanded two-day program.
World-renowned French producer, Pierre Trimbach will open the event with a tutored tasting of his top Rieslings and will discuss his experiences with Riesling in Alsace. It will take place in the centre of Canada’s Riesling wine country — St. Catharines, Ontario, and be hosted at Brock University, the home of its well-known wine research institute, the Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI).
The purpose of the gathering is to bring together producers, trade, media and wine enthusiasts from Canada, the US and around the world to share and learn more about the diversity, beauty and versatility of Riesling.
What:
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Keynote Speaker: Pierre Trimbach, Domaine Trimbach, France
Great Lakes Panel: Featuring representatives from Michigan, Ohio, New York and Ontario
Lunch: Made popular in 2008 we present to you a Riesling-friendly luncheon that will also include international Rieslings
Friday, June 10, 2011
Niagara Vineyard Tour: Our speakers will join registrants on a tour through vineyards located on the Niagara Bench. Lunch will take place in the vineyards of Cave Spring Cellars. Listen, learn and discuss Riesling’s triumphs and tribulations.
Where:
In the heart of wine country — Niagara brings you picturesque vineyards and wineries, also home to Niagara Falls.
Why:
The time has come for Ontario to play a significant role in transforming consumer recognition regarding the beauty, versatility and purity of Riesling. We aspire to use the platform of the Riesling Experience as an opportunity to focus on learning more about something with which we have the wherewithal to excel and flourish.
How Much?
Registrants have three options for registering (applicable taxes will be applied):
Option 1: Day 1 and Day 2, Total cost: $200 CAD
Option 2: Day 1 only, Total cost: $125 CAD
Option 3: Day 2 only, Total cost: $ 75 CAD
On the web: Riesling Experience
Further details regarding the conference program, participating speakers, accommodations and registration fee please visit our website.
For more information contact the Chair of the 2011 Riesling Experience, Angelo Pavan, Vice-President and Winemaker, Cave Spring Cellars at a.pavan@cavespring.ca or the Cool Climate Oenology & Viticulture Institute (CCOVI), Brock University at ccovi@brocku.ca
Telephone: Cave Spring Cellars at 905.562-3581 ext. 333 or CCOVI at 905.688.5550, ext. 4652
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