Winemakers invited to enter wines by Aug. 10
for judging at
downtown festival, named one of the best of its
kind in the country
New wineries are opening every
day in WNC and there is a rapidly expanding interest in growing grapes and
winemaking. “Show us what great wines your cellar holds and we’ll put
them to the test with the tasters of the French Broad Vignerons,” says Festival
Founder and Director Bob Bowles. “From grape wines to those made with fruit and
berries, we want your submissions. Here’s your chance for a professional
evaluation, and entry is easy and free.”
Judging will take place during the
Asheville Wine & Food Festival Grand Tasting on Saturday, Aug. 24, at the
U.S. Cellular Center in downtown Asheville. The fifth annual event, recognized
by the New York Post as one of the
best of its kind, will feature the finest regional, national, and international
wines, exceptional local restaurants, craft beer and spirits, and handcrafted artisanal
foods. The wine competition is one of countless special features and activities
that will take place during the festival, which runs 12-5 p.m. for VIP
admission and 1-5 p.m. for general admission.
Wines can be dropped off with a
completed entry form by the deadline of Aug. 10 at one of these Asheville
locations: Asheville
Brewers Supply, The Weinhaus
and Metro Wines, or in Weaverville at Maggie B’s. Winemakers residing in North Carolina
or bordering states may enter. (See information and contest rules.)
Festival general admission is $55 and
a limited number of VIP passes will be available for $75. To reserve tickets,
visit www.ashevillewineandfood.com.
CONTEST
CONTACT: Lindsey Grossman | pr@ashevillewineandfood.com | 828-275-0000
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