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\"ChristopherSawyer\"<\/a>Wine Events at Flavor! Napa Valley with Christopher Sawyer of SawyerSomm.com<\/a><\/strong> –\u00a0WINE MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAMMING –\u00a0<\/strong>Christopher Sawyer is an internationally-renowned sommelier, \u00a0wine educator, journalist, consultant, critic and public speaker: He travels the world following trends in wine and participating as a VIP judge in the world\u2019s top wine competitions, and has been featured in a wide range of national media, including USAToday, MSN, NBC, ABC, CBS, Redbook, The Hollywood Reporter, Maxim, National Geographic Traveler, CNN and Esquire.<\/p>\n

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\n\"NVV_CenteredLogo_150w\"<\/a>The Napa Valley Vintners<\/a> nonprofit trade association has been cultivating excellence since 1944 by inspiring its more than 525 members to consistently produce wines of the highest quality, to provide environmental leadership and to care for the extraordinary place they call home.<\/p>\n

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Terroir to Table: Exploration of Pinot Noirs with Etude Wines<\/strong>
\nLocation: Etude Wines – 1250 Cuttings Wharf Road Napa, CA 94559\u00a0<\/strong>
\nThursday, March 17, 2016 -Time: 3:00pm – 4:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

Join winemaker Jon Priest for a unique tasting that showcases Etude\u2019s continual study of this captivating varietal and its varying expressions from Carneros, Sonoma Coast, Santa Barbara County and Willamette Valley. Jon will lead a side-by-side tasting of these limited regional Pinot Noirs to help you understand how terroir influences the aromas and flavors of this popular grape and explore how Pinot Noir is highly sensitive to climate and changes in soil composition. With Etude\u2019s minimal intervention approach, even when each Pinot Noir is treated the exact same way in the winery, the resulting wines will ultimately be different. After the intimate seated tasting, Jon will lead Flavor guests into Etude\u2019s cellar for a behind-the-scenes barrel tasting of an unreleased vintage of all the Pinots just tasted. Guests will also come away with a bottle of Pinot and other surprises. Space is very limited.<\/p>\n

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\nThe Taste of Time: A Retrospective Tasting with Chateau Montelena and Stag\u2019s Leap Wine Cellars
\n<\/strong>Location: Silverado Resort and Spa – 1600 Atlas Peak Road Napa, CA 94558
\nThursday, March 17, 2016 – \u00a0<\/strong>Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

In celebration of the 40-year anniversary of the Judgment of Paris Tasting, join winemakers Matt Crafton of Chateau Montelena and Marcus Nataro of Stag\u2019s Leap Wine Cellars for this exclusive tasting of rare and unique wines that represent the flavor of Napa Valley and each winery\u2019s commitment to quality over the past four decades.<\/p>\n

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Wine Class: Spring Awakening & the Ros\u00e9 Revolution<\/strong>
\nLocation: The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone 2555 Main Street St. Helena, CA 94574<\/strong>
\nFriday, March 18, 2016 – \u00a0Time: 10:00am – 11:30am<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"rose-grab\"<\/a>An in-depth tasting experience focused on the wide range of dry, elegant, and refreshing styles of pink wines made with premium grapes from Napa Valley, and how these tasty delights pair with fine cuisine in the Spring and Summer months.<\/p>\n

Participants include:<\/strong>
\nTim Collar, Saintsbury: Vin Gris of Pinot Noir, Carneros
\nKevin Morrisey, Ehlers Estate: \u201cSylviane\u201d Cabernet Franc Rose, Estate, St. Helena
\nJulia Johnson, Tres Sabores: \u201cIngrid & Julia\u201d Rose, Napa Valley
\nRobin Akhurst, Swanson Vineyards, Rosato, Antica Vineyard, Atlas Peak<\/p>\n

Moderator: Traci Dutton, Manager, Public Wine and Beverage Studies,The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone<\/p>\n

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Wine Class: Pinot Paradise<\/strong>
\nLocation: The Culinary Institute of America at Copia – 500 1st Street Napa, CA 94559<\/strong>
\nFriday, March 18, 2016 – Time: 10:00am – 11:30am<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fuel your passion for Pinot Noir with this unique tasting of sophisticated wines made with fruit grown in Carneros and other special sites in Napa Valley. Food pairing suggestions from chefs, sommeliers, and much more!<\/p>\n

Jon Priest, Winemaker, Etude Wines, Carneros
\nSteve Rogstad, Winemaker, Cuvaison Estate Wines, Carneros
\nDavid Mahaffey, Winemaker, Miss Olivia Brion Wines, Wild Horse Valley
\nAlez Beloz, Winemaker, Poseidon Vineyard, Carneros
\nAmelia Ceja, Ceja Vineyards, Carneros
\nModerator: Christie Default, Professor, Wine and Beverage Studies, The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone<\/p>\n

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\nTerroir to Table: Appellation Exploration at HALL Wines<\/strong>
\nLocation: HALL Wines St. Helena – 401 Saint Helena Highway Saint Helena, CA 94574\u00a0<\/strong>
\nFriday, March 18, 2016 – Time: 12:00pm – 3:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

Led by acclaimed winemaker, Steve Leveque, Flavor guests are invited to join HALL Wines for an unparalleled opportunity experiencing the quality and diversity of Napa Valley\u2019s distinct appellations. This is a one-of-a-kind wine tasting of HALL\u2019s most limited-production wines showcasing the impact of terroir, climate and elevation. Everything other than appellation is constant \u2013 the vintage, winemaking team, winemaking approach, technology in the vineyard and cellar all remain the same. This tasting proves just that. All wines served are carefully paired with seasonal bites with one of HALL\u2019s Chefs providing insight into why the wines pair well with the dish. With a portfolio of outstanding wines from thirteen of the sixteen Napa Valley appellations, HALL is uniquely positioned to offer this experience to guests ranging from novice wine drinkers to experts and critics. All guests will come away with a special giveaway. Guests will experience luxury at its finest with HALL\u2019s unique Appellation Exploration event.<\/p>\n

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\nWine Class: Preservation Society
\n<\/strong>Location: The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone 2555 Main Street St. Helena, CA 94574<\/strong>
\nFriday, March 18, 2016 – \u00a0Time: 3:00pm – 4:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Food-Wine\"<\/a>Before Cabernet Sauvignon became the most popular grape in the Napa Valley, most of the full-bodied red wines were made with Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Charbono and other legendary grape varietals referred to as \u201cmixed blacks.\u201d Come find out what the proprietors of Biale Vineyard, Hendry Vineyards, Turley Cellars and other boutique producers are doing to preserve these special old vineyard sites.<\/p>\n

Participants include:<\/strong>
\nRobert Biale, Proprietor, Robert Biale Winery: Aldo\u2019s Vineyard
\nTegan Passalacqua, Winemaker, Turley Wine Cellars, Hayne\u2019s Vineyard, Mike Hendry, Proprietor, Hendry Winery: R.W. Moore Vineyard, Russell Bevan, Winemaker, Chase Cellars: Hayne\u2019s Vineyard, Genevieve Janssens, Robert Mondavi Winery: To Kalon Vineyard<\/p>\n

Moderator: Christopher Sawyer, Sommelier, Wine Educator, Journalist<\/p>\n

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\nWine Class: Aromatic White Wines for Spring<\/strong>
\nLocation: The Culinary Institute of America at Copia – 500 1st Street Napa, CA 94559<\/strong>
\nFriday, March 18, 2016 – <\/strong>
\nTime: 3:00pm – 4:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

Love refreshing wines with aromatic aromas? Or simply looking for a crisp alternative to Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc? Then check out the new delicate styles of white wine from Napa Valley that are becoming very fashionable to pair with so many styles of fine cuisine.<\/p>\n

Participants include:<\/strong>
\nMike Chelini, Winemaker, Stony Hill Vineyard, Spring Mountain
\nJeff Virnig, Winemaker, Robert Sinskey Vineyards, Carneros
\nFrancis Mahoney, Mahoney Vineyards, Carneros
\nRy Richards, Chappellet Winery, Pritchard Hill
\nCraig Becker, Priest Ranch\/Somerston Estate, Napa Valley
\nModerator: Robert Bath, Master Sommelier & Professor, Wine and Beverage Studies, The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone<\/p>\n

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Wine Class: Forward Thinking, The Young Stars of Napa Valley<\/strong>
\nLocation: The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone 2555 Main Street St. Helena, CA 94574\u00a0<\/strong>
\nSaturday, March 19, 2016 – \u00a0Time: 10:00am – 11:30am<\/strong><\/p>\n

Meet the next generation of talented winemakers in Napa Valley. Find out the new wine trends they are applying to their family vineyards, discover the intriguing grape varietals they are working with, and taste the signature styles of wines which set them apart from the rest!<\/p>\n

Participants include:<\/strong>
\nAlan Viader, Viader Vineyards & Winery
\nJudd Finkelstein, Judd\u2019s Hill
\nAlex Llamas, Winemaker, Llamos Winery
\nJoe Harden, Robert Mondavi Winery
\nPatrick Foley, Foley Johnson Winery<\/p>\n

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\nTerroir to Table: St. Sup\u00e9ry Estate Vineyards and Winery Aromatherapy with a Corkscrew<\/strong>
\nLocation: St. Sup\u00e9ry Estate Vineyards & Winery – 8440 Saint Helena Highway Rutherford, CA 94573\u00a0<\/strong>
\nSaturday, March 19, 2016 – Time: 10:00am – 11:30am<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explore wine aromas suggestive of fruit character, barrel aging and terroir while tasting four estate grown St. Sup\u00e9ry wines. Exercise your sense of smell through a series of aroma identifications designed for you to discover how your personal sensory memory impacts how you recognize aromas. This interactive sommelier-led experience includes a mystery wine game and ultimately guides guests to develop a savvy for identifying more aromas in their glass which heightens the enjoyment of wine. This is a fantastic way to begin your visit to Napa Valley.<\/p>\n

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Wine Class: High Elevation Wines, Part 1 \u2013 Eastside<\/strong>
\nLocation: The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone – 2555 Main Street Saint Helena, CA 94574<\/strong>
\nSaturday, March 19, 2016 – Time: 10:00am – 11:30am<\/strong><\/p>\n

Join us for this detailed exploration of complex wines made with grapes grown on high elevation sites in the rugged eastern hills of the Napa Valley.<\/p>\n

Participants Include:<\/strong>
\nRemi Cohen, President, Poetry Wines\/Cliff Lede Vineyards: Stags Leap District
\nGlenn Salva, Antica Napa Valley, Atlas Peak
\nGillian Balance, Beringer\/Treasury Wine Estates
\nTina Mitchell, Palmaz Vineyards, Combsville
\nMia Klein, Cimarosso, Howell Mountain<\/p>\n

Moderator: Christopher Sawyer, Sommelier and Founder of SawyerSomm.com<\/p>\n

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Wine Class: High Elevation Wines, Part 2 \u2013 Westside<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Location: The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone 2555 Main Street St. Helena, CA 94574<\/strong>
\nSaturday, March 19, 2016 – \u00a0Time: 3:00pm – 4:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"wine\"<\/a>Explore flavorful selections of wines made with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and other special varietals used to create limited release wines and proprietary blends from hidden sites on the Mayacamas Range overlooking Napa Valley.<\/p>\n

Participants include<\/strong>:
\nHugh Davies, Proprietor, J Davies\/Schramsberg, Diamond Mountain
\nChristopher Howell, Winegrower\/GM, Cain Winery & Vineyard, Spring Mountain
\nStuart Smith, Winemaker, Smith Madrone Vineyards & Winery, Spring Mountain
\nMariano Navarro, Viticulturalist, Mt. Brave\/Lokoya Wines, Mt Veeder
\nJay Turnipseed, Mount Veeder Winery, Mt. Veeder
\nModerator: Christopher Sawyer, Sommelier and Founder of SawyerSomm.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Wine Class: Exploring the Rhone Zone<\/strong>
\nLocation: The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone – 2555 Main Street Saint Helena, CA 94574<\/strong>
\nSaturday, March 19, 2016 – Time: 3:00pm – 4:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

From aromatic white wines and elegant red blends, to bold and spicy vineyard designates, taste and discover why many talented winemakers in Napa Valley are working with grape varietals that were originally made famous in the Rhone Valley of France and other special regions around the globe.<\/p>\n

Participants include:<\/strong>
\nDavid Miner, Proprietor, Miner Family Winery
\nJoanne Wings, Stags\u2019 Leap Winery
\nCarolyn Meridith, Proprietor, Lagier Meredith Vineyard
\nAshley Hepworth, Winemaker, Joseph Phelps Vineyards
\nJeff Cohn, Jeff Cohn Cellars<\/p>\n

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Bubbly Sensations: Exploring the Top Sparkling Wines of Napa Valley<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Location: The Meritage Resort and Spa – 875 Bordeaux Way Napa, CA 94558<\/strong>
\nSaturday, March 19, 2016 – \u00a0Time: 9:30am – 11am<\/p>\n

<\/strong>\"wine2\"<\/a>Start your Sunday off in style by tasting through the top sparkling wines of Napa Valley! Find out where the grapes are grown and how the winemakers create levels of flavor and complexity that make their sparkling gems so special. Bubbles and knowledge in every sip!<\/p>\n

Participating Wineries:<\/strong>
\nDomaine Carneros, Domaine Chandon, Mumm Napa, Schramsberg<\/p>\n

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