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Traverse Epicurean Classic™ SEPTEMBER 11, 12, and 13, 2008.
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Tasting Classes  
Cooking & Tasting PavilionTasting Classes
Friday, September 12 - 1:30 pm
Tasting Survey of New Zealand Wines & Regions - Barry O'Brien
$39.00

New Zealand has burst onto the wine market in the last 10 years and is currently the fastest growing source of exceptional white wines into the U.S. - in particular, world class Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough. But that is not all that is of note from New Zealand.  Taste Sauvignon Blanc, dry Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah and a Bordeaux blend from the wine growing districts of Marlborough, Hawkes Bay, Martinborough, Central Otago, Waiheke Island and Matakana. Barry O'Brien has been in the fine wine trade for 25 years in various roles - Sommelier, Sales Agent, Wine Marketer, Wine Merchandiser and Importer. He is the CEO of Select Fine Wine and has handled many top quality producers including BABICH WINES, ODFJELL VINEYARDS, ARMADOR, ORZADA, ALIARA, BODEGA DEL DESIERTO, 25/5 LA PAMPA, AND Molto! Malbec.



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