Announcing
the 2009 "Lodi ZinFest -
Wine, Food, and Fun at Lodi Lake"
LODI,
Calif. - Feb. 20, 2009 - Lodi Wine Country announces
the 5th annual "Lodi ZinFest - Wine, Food, and Fun at the
Lake" on May 15-17, 2009. Celebrating Lodi's heritage Zinfandel
grape. ZinFest will showcase the wines of California's premier
wine destination, Lodi Wine Country.
Featured
Events:
Friday,
May 15, 2009
Vintners'
Grille at the Lake from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. at Lodi Lake Park, 1301
W. Turner Rd., Lodi - Enjoy a glass of wine with local vintners
as they share a selection of Lodi's finest wines paired with
delectable cuisine. Tickets for the dinner are $75 per person.
Saturday, May 16, 2009
ZinFest
Wine Festival 12 noon to 6 p.m. at Lodi Lake Park, 1301 W. Turner
Rd., Lodi - The ZinFest Wine Festival will feature over 50 wineries
pouring award-winning Lodi wines, food from the region's best
restaurants, live music, plus a variety of activities throughout
the day. Noted wine specialists and chefs will offer something
for everyone at the ZinFest Wine & Cooking School. Festival
visitors will be able to create their own Zinfandel in the 'Blend
Your Own Wine' tent. Wine related arts, crafts, and specialty
items will be offered for sale, including locally grown artisan
foods. Wines poured at the festival will be available for purchase
at the ZinFest Wine Shoppe. Also available to the public is
the ZinFest commemorative Old Vine Zinfandel and poster. Tickets
are $35 in advance or $45 at the gate. Food and merchandise
sold separately.
Sunday, May 19, 2009
Winery
Open Houses - The wineries of Lodi Wine Country will be hosting
open houses allowing festival attendees to taste their complete
line of wines, experience their warm hospitality and take part
in a variety of special activities.
For more information on Lodi ZinFest or to
purchase tickets visit www.zinfest.com
or contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission at 209-367-4727.