The 10th Annual Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival was held May 18-20, 2007. 34 wineries either located in the Anderson Valley or that source fruit from the Anderson Valley participated. The pastoral Anderson Valley is acclaimed internationally for classic still wines including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Gewurztraminer as well as sparkling wines.

Friday, May 18 was a Technical Conference on the growing and making of Pinot Noir in vineyards and wineries on the Pacific Coast. This was followed by a BBQ at Navarro Vineyards under giant oaks overlooking the vineyards. Saturday was the Grand Tasting held under a big tent in the vineyards at Goldeneye Winery. A country BBQ and silent auction were part of the event. Saturday night were Winemaker Dinners at prestigious restaurants in Mendocino and Fort Bragg. On Sunday the host wineries had Open Houses complete with gourmet food, entertainment, and of course Pinot Noir. The event is held annually the third weekend in May.

Anderson Valley Winegrower’s Association: www.avwines.com

“Prince of Pinot” Recommendations:

Breggo Cellars: www.breggo.com
Claudia Springs Winery: www.claudiasprings.com
Elke Vineyards: www.elkevineyards.com
Goldeneye Winery: www.goldeneyewinery.com
Handley Cellars: www.handleycellars.com
Harmonique: www.harmoniquewine.com
Husch Vineyards: www.huschvineyards.com
Lazy Creek Vineyards: www.lazycreekvineyards.com
Londer Vineyards: www.londervineyards.com
Navarro Vineyards: www.navarrowine.com
Philo Ridge Vineyards: www.philoridge.com
Toulouse Vineyards & Winery; www.toulousevineyards.com
Brogan Cellars: www.brogancellars.com
Woodenhead: www.woodenheadwine.com

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