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Ste. Michelle Wine Estates & Marchesi Antinori Appoint Marcus Notaro Winemaker for Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars

Napa, CA

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and Marchesi Antinori, joint venture partners for wineries in California and Washington State, have named Marcus Notaro the winemaker for Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, the iconic Napa Valley estate that was acquired by the partners in 2007.

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Chateau Ste. Michelle

4th Riesling Rendezvous Grand Tasting July 14 to feature over 70 Wineries from around the World

Woodinville, Wash.

Winemakers from seven countries will converge at Riesling Rendezvous July 14 in Seattle, giving wine lovers an unprecedented opportunity to explore the finest Rieslings from around the world in one location. Hosted by Chateau Ste. Michelle, of Washington and Dr. Loosen, the famed German Riesling estate, the Riesling Rendezvous Grand Tasting will be held on the picturesque grounds of Chateau Ste. Michelle in Woodinville from 5-8 p.m. More than 70 wineries from Australia, Austria, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Slovakia, California, Idaho, Michigan, Oregon, New York, New Jersey and Washington will showcase the great diversity of Riesling from their regions. (Many winemakers bring a “surprise wine” from their estates to share as well.) Guests will savor an array of Riesling friendly food from top Seattle food trucks Barking Frog Mobile Kitchen, Marination Mobile and Snout & Co., along with appetizers prepared by Chateau Ste. Michelle's Culinary Director John Sarich and culinary staff. The event will also feature live music by The Josh Rawlings Trio.

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Rinuccio 1180 Opens at the Marchesi Antinori Chianti Classico Cellar

The Antinori Family has opened its latest restaurant, Rinuccio 1180, at the Marchesi Antinori Chianti Classico Cellar in Tuscany. Rinuccio 1180 is named after Rinuccio di Antinori who, in 1180, was the first recorded Antinori family member to make wine. His namesake restaurant pays homage to the beginning of the Antinori wine legacy.

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Chateau Ste. Michelle

Chateau Ste. Michelle Announces its 2013 Summer Concert Series - Net Proceeds to Benefit Regional Charities

Woodinville, Wash.

Chateau Ste. Michelle winery in Woodinville will kick off its 30th summer concert series on Saturday, June 15th with a live broadcast of A Prairie Home Companion Featuring Garrison Keillor. Tickets for the winery’s concerts will go on sale Saturday, April 27th at 10:00 a.m. online at www.ticketmaster.com and through all Ticketmaster outlets. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the Chateau Ste. Michelle wine shop from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

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14 Hands

14 Hands Vineyards, Proud Sponsor of the Kentucky Derby®

Equestrian Enthusiasts to Sip and Savor Leading Washington State Wine at Iconic Sporting Event May 3-4, 2013

14 Hands Vineyards, producer of the top-selling wines from Washington state, has been named a proud sponsor of the Kentucky Derby, the legendary Thoroughbred race representing the first leg of the coveted ‘Triple Crown.’ 14 Hands wines will be enjoyed by guests attending the event as well as the Taste of Derby™, an annual culinary celebration benefiting hunger relief that showcases regional cuisine.

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Columbia Crest

Columbia Crest Introduces New Packaging for Its Grand Estates Tier

Paterson, Wash.

Columbia Crest, recognized as the leading producer of acclaimed, high-quality wines from Washington state, has introduced new packaging for its Grand Estates tier. The first wines to feature the new package began shipping nationally in March 2013.

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O Wines Release Nationwide April 2013

O Wines to help fund scholarships for low-income young women. 2013 O Wines Opportunity for Success Scholarship applications open through April 1.

O Wines of Woodinville, Washington will introduce a Chardonnay and Red Wine for the first time nationally starting in April 2013. Founded in 2006 by Stacy Lill and Kathy Johanson with a mission to fund scholarships for low-income deserving young women, O Wines Chardonnay was previously available primarily in the Northwest. The O Wines 2011 Chardonnay will retail for $14 and O Wines 2010 Red Wine for $16 and be available at retail stores and restaurants nationwide.

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14 Hands

14 Hands Vineyards Announces Plans to Open Winery in Eastern Washington

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, parent company to 14 Hands Vineyards, today announced its plans to open a 14 Hands winery in Prosser, Washington by fall 2013.

"The performance of 14 Hands has been nothing short of remarkable," said Ted Baseler, President and CEO of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates. "Since its initial introduction in 2005, we have watched 14 Hands evolve into a Washington powerhouse and the fastest growing wine brand to reach one million cases sold in the history of the Washington wine industry.

"We are excited to respond to consumer demand by creating a unique 14 Hands winery destination," Baseler said.

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The Antinori Family Announces Opening of its Marchesi Antinori Chianti Classico Cellar

An expansive project inviting guests to get an inside look of the 625+ years of a family’s Italian winemaking history for the first time

Marchesi Antinori, the family-owned Italian wine company that has shaped the wine industry and culture over the past 625 years, has announced plans to officially open its revolutionary, state-of-the-art facility in Bargino, Italy: Marchesi Antinori Chianti Classico Cellar. This groundbreaking project, scheduled to open to the public in mid-March 2013, will be the first time in Antinori’s illustrious history that visitors will be able experience the family’s winemaking process first-hand, learn about the family’s history, and view the family’s prized, centuries-old art collection.

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Antinori Introduces Chianti Classico Riserva to the Villa Antinori Portfolio

Available at Fine Wine Retail Locations

Marchesi Antinori of Tuscany has released the first vintage of Villa Antinori Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva to join its well-regarded Villa Antinori Toscana IGT Rosso and Bianco portfolio of wines. The new wine, from the 2010 vintage, is available nationally at select fine wine retail locations.

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