PASO ROBLES, CA August 14, 2004 -- On October 15, 16 & 17, 2004, the Paso Robles Vintners and Growers Association invites wine lovers locally and around the world to enjoy Harvest Wine Tour 2004 in grand Paso Robles Wine Country style. Start the weekend right on Friday with special winemaker dinners hosted by celebrity chefs and vintners at Paso Robles wineries and other local venues. Visitors are advised to call in advance to make dinner reservations. Seating is limited and is provided on a first come first served basis.

Paso Robles is home to the perfect climate, soils and wines that have established Paso Robles Wine Country as a leader in high quality California wines. This year, more than 60 wineries are participating in the Harvest Wine Tour and will open their doors to host wine lovers from California and around the world. Winemakers will discuss winemaking techniques and answer questions. Guests can excite their senses all weekend with a combination of exclusive barrel samples, gourmet delights, barbeques, live music and art shows. They can also take advantage of wine symposiums, seminars, receptions and tours. Many wineries are also offering a combination of Pre-Releases, New Releases, Barrel Samples, Verticals, and Reserve & Library Wines that are sure to please novice and aficionado alike.

To request a brochure or learn more about winery events, call the Paso Robles Vintners and Growers Association at (805) 239-8463 or visit www.pasowine.com. Select the Events link choose Festivals and click on Harvest Wine Tour. Join our event e-mail list for information about the 2004 Harvest Wine Tour and future events in beautiful Paso Robles Wine Country.

Paso Robles Wine Country is located halfway between Monterey and Santa Barbara, on Californias Central Coast. With greater day-to-night temperature swings than any other appellation in California, Paso Robles Wine Country vines produce concentrated, yet balanced wines with intense varietal flavors. Paso Robles Wine Countrys 80+ wineries offer world-class wines in every varietal, created by winemakers with diverse international influences.

Contact:
Paso Robles Vintners and Growers Association
Matt Landre, Winery Programs Manager, Marketing
744 Oak Street
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone:     (805) 239-8463
Fax:         (805) 237-6439
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