WINE COUNTRY, Calif., June 9, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- Wine Boot Camp(r), the most talked about wine experience available, proudly announces the fifth annual Napa Valley Wine Boot Camp(r). The all-day event is designed for people who are passionate about wine and passionate about life. On July 24, 2004, Wine Boot Camp(r) recruits will gather at a secret location in the Napa Valley. Maneuvers will commence at 8:30 AM (PDT) sharp.
The morning mission site will be at Grgich Hills Cellar. Wine Boot Camp(r) recruits will work hands-on in the vineyard under the tutelage and masterful guidance of Ivo Jeramaz, one of the team who directs and manages the winery's operation. Troops will enjoy a wonderful lunch paired with the outstanding wines of Grgich Hills.
The afternoon mission will be at Flora Springs. The Wine Boot Camp(r) troops will learn the art of winemaking under the tutelage of founder John Komes and winemaker Ken Deis. Each recruit will bottle their own wine blended from the fabulous wines at Flora Springs.
Other assignments of the day will include the highly acclaimed Aromatic Workshop conducted by Affairs of the Vine. The evening detail will feature a tasting of some of Napa Valley's finest wines and a dinner paired with the excellent wines of Flora Springs.
Raw recruits and wine generals alike will relish the experiences provided by this very special Wine Boot Camp.
The cost of Napa Valley WINE BOOT CAMP(r) includes all seminars and educational materials, lunch at Grgich Hills, a Food and Wine Pairing Dinner at Flora Springs, extensive wine tasting, a custom bottle of wine created by the recruit, transportation to all food and wine events, and an I Survived Wine Boot Camp(r) T-shirt. $375 per person. To enlist in WINE BOOT CAMP(r) contact Major Drady at camp@Affairsofthevine.com or 707-874-1975. For additional information visit our web site at www.AffairsoftheVine.com.
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