3rd Annual Sonoma Wine Country Weekend, September 3-5

Sonoma County, CA (February 25, 2010) Mark your calendars for Sonoma’s premier wine, food and social event of the year. The Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers, in partnership with the Sonoma County Vintners have announced the date and preliminary details – including the auction theme and honorary chair - for the 2010 Sonoma Wine Country Weekend, taking place Labor Day Weekend, September 3 – 5, 2010.

One of the country’s top wine events, Sonoma Wine Country Weekend brings together hundreds of artisan growers, vintners and culinary stars in a series of events to showcase the breadth and diversity of Sonoma’s distinct wine regions. Event tickets, weekend passes and packages will go on sale to the general public beginning June 1 at www.SonomaWineCountryWeekend.com.  Presenting Sponsor Visa Signature will offer cardholders event perks and savings, including access to an exclusive ticket presale starting May 1.

Three Days. Two Hundred Wineries and Chefs. One Unforgettable Sonoma Wine Country Experience For three days, wine, food and travel enthusiasts from all over the world converge in the birthplace of California wine for a harvest celebration that combines two of Sonoma County’s most outstanding wine events – the prestigious Taste of Sonoma at MacMurray Ranch® and the iconic Sonoma Valley Harvest Wine Auction – with a series of intimate winemaker-hosted lunches and dinners. This is a unique “insider” opportunity to celebrate the harvest season and enjoy the bounty of more than 200 acclaimed growers, vintners and chefs who comprise Sonoma’s artisan wine and food community.