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The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Association is a not

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

2012 CELEBRATION SCHEDULEThe International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration is a collegial event that enables wine enthusiasts to

interact directly with the winemakers or proprietors and their wi

luncheon or at the grand tasting events, winemakers/proprietors will be pouring

weekend. All events include an outdoor component, and guests are invited to wear comfortable clothing suitable

for a vineyard stroll.

Guests of the i4c are invited to “Blend their own Chardonnay Experience”. All events are a la carte, which means

that guests can either sip or immerse themselves in this chardonnay extravaganza

Tickets are available at www.coolchardonnay.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 20 9:30am – 2:30pm: “Extreme Winemaking 101” panel discussion and luncheon (CCOVI, Brock Univesity)

9am Chardonnay Boot Camp & IQ Challenge(Vineland Research & Innovation Centre)

5:30pm - 11pm: Official Kick-off Event & Opening Ceremonies with The Arkells (Jackson Triggs)

11a i4c Luncheon Series locations:

I4C SIGNATURE EVENT6pmChardonnay World Tour Tasting Beyond the Barrel al (VRIC Rhododondron garden)

Presenting Sponsors:

The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Association is a not-for-profit group of 28 inspired Ontario winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

CELEBRATION SCHEDULE The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration is a collegial event that enables wine enthusiasts to

interact directly with the winemakers or proprietors and their wines. Whether at a communal table during an i4c

luncheon or at the grand tasting events, winemakers/proprietors will be pouring their wines throughout the

All events include an outdoor component, and guests are invited to wear comfortable clothing suitable

Guests of the i4c are invited to “Blend their own Chardonnay Experience”. All events are a la carte, which means

themselves in this chardonnay extravaganza.

Tickets are available at www.coolchardonnay.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 21 9am – 6pm (hourly sessions) Chardonnay Boot Camp & IQ Challenge (Vineland Research & Innovation Centre)

11am Feast Brunch(Ravine Vineyard)

11am – 3pm: i4c Luncheon Series at 8 winery locations:

• Hidden Bench • Cave Spring Cellars • Rosewood Estate Winery • Henry of Pelham • Flat Rock Cellars • 13th Street Winery • Peller Estates • Stratus

I4C SIGNATURE EVENT pm – 11pm :

Chardonnay World Tour Tasting & Beyond the Barrel al fresco dinner (VRIC Rhododondron garden)

winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration is a collegial event that enables wine enthusiasts to

Whether at a communal table during an i4c

their wines throughout the

All events include an outdoor component, and guests are invited to wear comfortable clothing suitable

Guests of the i4c are invited to “Blend their own Chardonnay Experience”. All events are a la carte, which means

SUNDAY, JULY 22 am – 2pm - Moveable

Feast Brunch (Ravine Vineyard)

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The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Association is a not

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

2012 CELEBRATION SCHEDULE

The Signature Event…The Saturday, July 21 6:00pm – 11:00pmThe grounds of the Vineland Research & Innovation Centre650 guests

Tour the world with one glass…in one amazing night!

you can taste all of the wines being presented at the 2012 celebration.

stunning rhododendron garden, while enjoying

Gibier.

Following the World Tour tasting, enjoy our signature “Beyond the Barrel” al fresco dinner.

Schmidt (Vineland Estates), Craig McDonald (Hillebrand), Philip Dowell (Angels Gate), Ross Wise (Flat Rock

Cellars), Harald Thiel (Hidden Bench), Ron Giesbrecht (Henry of Pelham) a

turn in their corkscrews for whisks, tongs and spatulas as they join

regional feast.

Dine under the stars, mixing and mingling with the participating winemakers

Blanc” bar and a live band in the heart of Niagara

.FRIDAY, JULY 20 Extreme Winemaking 101 (9:30am –

Meet winemakers who produce exceptional Chardonnay in extreme conditions

annual fluctuations in temperature, high altitudes, ocean gales…

winemakers and an Ontario grape grower as they take a

participating winemakers and many other Ontario winemakers and industry professionals will join with consumers

in structured tasting, interactive discussion and luncheon.

Featured wineries:

Catena Zapata (Argentina) – Assistant Winemaker Pablo Sanchez

Flowers Winery (Sonoma Coast, USA) –

Blue Mountain Vineyards (BC, Canada) –

Decelle-Villa (Burgundy, France) – Winemaker

Yabby Lake (Australia) – Director of Viticulture K

Duarte Oliveira (Niagara, Canada) – representing

Craig McDonald (Niagara, Canada) - HillebrandThe International Cool Climate Chardonnay Association is a not-for-profit group of 28 inspired Ontario winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

CELEBRATION SCHEDULE

he Cool Chardonnay World Tour00pm

Vineland Research & Innovation Centre

in one amazing night! The Cool Chardonnay World Tour is the only event where

you can taste all of the wines being presented at the 2012 celebration. Enjoy a leisurely 2

garden, while enjoying sumptuous hors d’ouevres from Quebec’s renowned

enjoy our signature “Beyond the Barrel” al fresco dinner.

Schmidt (Vineland Estates), Craig McDonald (Hillebrand), Philip Dowell (Angels Gate), Ross Wise (Flat Rock

Cellars), Harald Thiel (Hidden Bench), Ron Giesbrecht (Henry of Pelham) and Dan Sullivan (Rosehall Run)

for whisks, tongs and spatulas as they join Chef Erik Peacock and

ng with the participating winemakers, then finish the night with a “Bla

Blanc” bar and a live band in the heart of Niagara’s wine country.

********************************

– 2:30pm at Brock University, $99)

Meet winemakers who produce exceptional Chardonnay in extreme conditions – steeply sloped vineyards, huge

annual fluctuations in temperature, high altitudes, ocean gales…Decanter’s Stephen Brook will host a panel of 5

r as they take an in-depth look at what makes these wines so cool. All

participating winemakers and many other Ontario winemakers and industry professionals will join with consumers

active discussion and luncheon. (80 tickets available; 180 attendees

Winemaker Pablo Sanchez

Director of Winemaking Jason Jardine

– Winemaker/Proprietor Matt Mavety

Winemaker Jean Lupatelli

of Viticulture Keith Harris

representing Grape Growers of Ontario

Hillebrand winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

Cool Chardonnay World Tour

Cool Chardonnay World Tour is the only event where

Enjoy a leisurely 2-hour tasting in the

s renowned Maison du

enjoy our signature “Beyond the Barrel” al fresco dinner. I4c winemakers Brian

Schmidt (Vineland Estates), Craig McDonald (Hillebrand), Philip Dowell (Angels Gate), Ross Wise (Flat Rock

nd Dan Sullivan (Rosehall Run) will

eacock and to present a fabulous

inish the night with a “Blanc de

steeply sloped vineyards, huge

Decanter’s Stephen Brook will host a panel of 5

what makes these wines so cool. All

participating winemakers and many other Ontario winemakers and industry professionals will join with consumers

0 attendees)

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devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

2012 CELEBRATION SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, JULY 20 cont’d…

I4c Official Kick-off Event and Opening Ceremonies Meet and greet the 56 coolest Chardonnay winemakers of the year! Sample chardonnays from all participating

producers, while enjoying an “Explore your Senses”

official Opening Ceremonies, groove to the sounds of The Arkells

the amphitheatre. (350 tickets available)

Featured wineries:

All wineries will pour at this event. Wines will be featured throughout dinner and at the i4c Wine Tent during

concert.

Featured chef:

Tim Mackiddie, Inniskillin|Jackson Triggs

SATURDAY, JULY 21

Chardonnay Boot Camp & Chardonnay IQ Challenge

Begin with a ‘Chardonnay crash-course” from one

differentiate between cool- & warm-climate chardonnays, as well as typical characteristics of cool climate chards.

More advanced tasters will learn how the 5 elements of “cool” (altitude, latitude, maritime influence, climate and

winemaking style) affect Chardonnay. After Boot Camp, challenge yourself with a Cool Chardonnay Challenge in

the exclusive Sensory Lab, with a chance to win a full weekend pass to the 2013 event! (

throughout the day)

Chardonnay Bonne Bouche! (11:00am

Following an tasting panel discussion with winemakers and guest Master Sommeliers, enjoy a Blanc de Blancs

reception before lunching 'family style' at one long, white linen

vineyards.

Featured Wineries:

13th Street Winery (Niagara), Chehalem (Oregon), Champagne Ayala (France), Malivoire Wine Co. (Niagara),

Dom. Marchand-Tawse (France), Jackson Triggs (Niagara),

(California), Southbrook Vineyards (Niagara)

Featured Chef:

Stephen Treadwell - Treadwell Farm to Table Cuisine (St.

The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Association is a not-for-profit group of 28 inspired Ontario winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

CELEBRATION SCHEDULE

Opening Ceremonies (5:30pm – 11:00pm at Jackson Triggs

Meet and greet the 56 coolest Chardonnay winemakers of the year! Sample chardonnays from all participating

n “Explore your Senses” wandering feast through Jackson Triggs Estate. After the

groove to the sounds of The Arkells – 2012 Juno winners for “Group of the Year” at

All wineries will pour at this event. Wines will be featured throughout dinner and at the i4c Wine Tent during

& Chardonnay IQ Challenge (hourly; 9:00am – 6:00pm,

course” from one of Ontario’s premier sommeliers: Beginners will learn

climate chardonnays, as well as typical characteristics of cool climate chards.

More advanced tasters will learn how the 5 elements of “cool” (altitude, latitude, maritime influence, climate and

After Boot Camp, challenge yourself with a Cool Chardonnay Challenge in

the exclusive Sensory Lab, with a chance to win a full weekend pass to the 2013 event! (groups of 10, hourly

11:00am – 3:00pm at 13th Street Winery. $120 | 120 tickets available

panel discussion with winemakers and guest Master Sommeliers, enjoy a Blanc de Blancs

ption before lunching 'family style' at one long, white linen-clad harvest table set amongst the estate

y (Niagara), Chehalem (Oregon), Champagne Ayala (France), Malivoire Wine Co. (Niagara),

Jackson Triggs (Niagara), Printhie Wines (Australia), Ramey Wi

Southbrook Vineyards (Niagara)

Treadwell Farm to Table Cuisine (St. Catharines, ON)

winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

11:00pm at Jackson Triggs. $150 350 tickets available)

Meet and greet the 56 coolest Chardonnay winemakers of the year! Sample chardonnays from all participating

wandering feast through Jackson Triggs Estate. After the

2012 Juno winners for “Group of the Year” at

All wineries will pour at this event. Wines will be featured throughout dinner and at the i4c Wine Tent during the

6:00pm, VRIC,Vineland, $35)

Beginners will learn to

climate chardonnays, as well as typical characteristics of cool climate chards.

More advanced tasters will learn how the 5 elements of “cool” (altitude, latitude, maritime influence, climate and

After Boot Camp, challenge yourself with a Cool Chardonnay Challenge in

groups of 10, hourly

120 tickets available)

panel discussion with winemakers and guest Master Sommeliers, enjoy a Blanc de Blancs

harvest table set amongst the estate

y (Niagara), Chehalem (Oregon), Champagne Ayala (France), Malivoire Wine Co. (Niagara),

Printhie Wines (Australia), Ramey Wine Cellars

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devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

2012 CELEBRATION SCHEDULE

SATURDAY, JULY 21 cont’d

Splendido on the Bench (11:00am

Enjoy an intimate gathering on the renowned Beamsville Bench

sustainable farming practices on cool-climate chardonnay.

the eight guest winemakers at a formal p

fabulous 3-course lunch.

Featured Wineries:

Angels Gate (Niagara), Dom. Chanson (France),

Bench (Niagara), Pearl Morissette (Niagara), Villa Maria (New Zealand

Featured Chef:

Victor Barry - Splendido (Toronto, ON)

Fins, Fowl & Flint (11:00am – 3:00pm at

Begin your experience at the Cave Spring Vineyard on

Chardonnays presented by their makers, then

fish and fowl in our barrel room. It’s a rare oppo

wineries around the world and experience some of the most picturesque vistas in the region

Featured Wineries:

Cave Spring Cellars (Niagara), Huff Estates (Prince Edward County), Dom. Jean Bourdy (France), Inniskillin

(Niagara), Kumeu River (New Zealand), Meyer Vineyard (BC)

Featured Chef:

Frank Romano – Inn on the Twenty (Jordan

“To Oak, or Not to Oak” – The Influence of the Barrel

Enjoy an afternoon in Peller Estate's picturesqe

will guide the group through an exploration of the affect of oak on cool climate chardonnay, paired with creative

chardonnay-inspired snacks by Chef Parsons. Wander the Estate on your way to a 4

chardonnay (Chablis-style, unoaked, full-bodied and sweet).

Featured Wineries:

A to Z | REX HILL (Oregon), Decelle-Villa (France), Hillebrand (Niagara), Peller Estates (Niagara), Rosehall Run

(Prince Edward County), Vineland Estates (Niagara)

Featured Chef:

Jason Parsons - Peller Estates Winery R

The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Association is a not-for-profit group of 28 inspired Ontario winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

CELEBRATION SCHEDULE

- 3:00pm at Hidden Bench Winery. $120 | 100 tickets available)

renowned Beamsville Bench as you explore and the influence of terroir and

climate chardonnay. Guests will have the opportunity to ask questions to

winemakers at a formal panel discussion, then will enjoy by a Blanc de Blanc reception and

Chanson (France), Flowers Winery (California), Hamacher W

Bench (Niagara), Pearl Morissette (Niagara), Villa Maria (New Zealand), Yabby Lake (Australia)

00pm at Cave Spring Cellars.. $125 | 50 tickets available)

the Cave Spring Vineyard on the scenic Niagara escarpment sampling

Chardonnays presented by their makers, then be whisked away to Jordan Village for a four

It’s a rare opportunity to sample dozens of cool climate Chardonnays from six

wineries around the world and experience some of the most picturesque vistas in the region

), Huff Estates (Prince Edward County), Dom. Jean Bourdy (France), Inniskillin

(Niagara), Kumeu River (New Zealand), Meyer Vineyard (BC)

Jordan, ON)

The Influence of the Barrel (11:00am – 3:00pm at Peller Estates Winery

$90 |

joy an afternoon in Peller Estate's picturesqe Chardonnay Vineyard & Wine Garden. In the vineyard, your hosts

will guide the group through an exploration of the affect of oak on cool climate chardonnay, paired with creative

inspired snacks by Chef Parsons. Wander the Estate on your way to a 4-course lunch inspired by

bodied and sweet).

Villa (France), Hillebrand (Niagara), Peller Estates (Niagara), Rosehall Run

(Prince Edward County), Vineland Estates (Niagara)

Peller Estates Winery Restaurant (Niagara on the Lake, ON)

winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

100 tickets available)

the influence of terroir and

Guests will have the opportunity to ask questions to

by a Blanc de Blanc reception and

Hamacher Wines (Oregon), Hidden

), Yabby Lake (Australia)

tickets available)

the scenic Niagara escarpment sampling mineral-laden

four-course feast of local

rtunity to sample dozens of cool climate Chardonnays from six

wineries around the world and experience some of the most picturesque vistas in the region.

), Huff Estates (Prince Edward County), Dom. Jean Bourdy (France), Inniskillin

Peller Estates Winery

| 50 tickets available)

Chardonnay Vineyard & Wine Garden. In the vineyard, your hosts

will guide the group through an exploration of the affect of oak on cool climate chardonnay, paired with creative

course lunch inspired by

Villa (France), Hillebrand (Niagara), Peller Estates (Niagara), Rosehall Run

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devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

2012 CELEBRATION SCHEDULE

SATURDAY, JULY 21 cont’d

‘Wild’ About Chardonnay (11:00am

Experience cool climate Chardonnay like never before with this exclusive lineup of

paired with a wild themed lineup of local food

will have your senses excited as you have

are just ‘wild’ for Chardonnay.

Featured Wineries:

Blue Mountain Vineyard (BC), Chamisal Vineyard (California), Firesteed (Oregon), Le Clos Jordanne (Niagara),

Norman Hardie (Prince Edward County), Rosewoo

Featured Chef:

Michael Pasto – The Good Earth Food & W

Lake, Land & Sea (Henry of Pelham Winery,

From our fresh water lakes to our Arctic coast and the land in between, each course will

the myriad characteristics of Cool Climate Chardonnay.

Estate Blanc de Blanc, then tour the Short Hills Bench vineyards

barrel cellar.

Featured Wineries:

Bachelder (Niagara), Concha Y Toro (Chile), Domaine des Clos (France), Felton Road (New Zeal

Pelham (Niagara), Pondview (Niagara), Ponzi Vineyard (Oregon)

Featured Chef:

Erik Peacock – Wellington Court Restaurant

Cool ClimateChardonnay…Deconstructed

Touch, tour and taste your way through each component and share in

Chardonnay producers, followed by a delicious six

a collection of flavours and conversation that will be truly unforgettable.

Featured Wineries:

Closson Chase (Prince Edward County), Dom. Emmanuel Giboulot (France), Lamoreaux Landing (NY), Lailey

Vineyards (Niagara), Stratus (Niagara), Vina Quintay (C

Featured Chef:

Ryan Crawford – Stone Road Grille (Niagara

The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Association is a not-for-profit group of 28 inspired Ontario winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

CELEBRATION SCHEDULE

11:00am – 3:00pm at Rosewood Estate Winer. $100 | 70 ticket

Experience cool climate Chardonnay like never before with this exclusive lineup of Wild Fermented Chardonnays

med lineup of local food. This showcase lineup of world class wild fermented Chardonnays

excited as you have lean the secrets of natural style winemaking and

Blue Mountain Vineyard (BC), Chamisal Vineyard (California), Firesteed (Oregon), Le Clos Jordanne (Niagara),

(Prince Edward County), Rosewood Estates (Niagara), Vina Haras de Pirque (Chile)

Good Earth Food & Wine Co. (Beamsville, ON)

(Henry of Pelham Winery, Short Hills Bench. $100| 50 tickets available)

From our fresh water lakes to our Arctic coast and the land in between, each course will be paired to showcase

the myriad characteristics of Cool Climate Chardonnay. Prior to lunch we will debut our 2007 Cuvee Catharine

Short Hills Bench vineyards and tasting in Canada’s largest underground

Bachelder (Niagara), Concha Y Toro (Chile), Domaine des Clos (France), Felton Road (New Zeal

Pelham (Niagara), Pondview (Niagara), Ponzi Vineyard (Oregon)

staurant (St. Catharines, ON)

Cool ClimateChardonnay…Deconstructed (Stratus, Niagara-on-the-Lake. $120|

ouch, tour and taste your way through each component and share in the personal philosophies of six

a delicious six-course lunch. Enjoy sun-drenched vines, cool shady cellars and

a collection of flavours and conversation that will be truly unforgettable.

e (Prince Edward County), Dom. Emmanuel Giboulot (France), Lamoreaux Landing (NY), Lailey

yards (Niagara), Stratus (Niagara), Vina Quintay (Chile)

Road Grille (Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON)

winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

70 tickets availble)

Wild Fermented Chardonnays

This showcase lineup of world class wild fermented Chardonnays

and why so many of us

Blue Mountain Vineyard (BC), Chamisal Vineyard (California), Firesteed (Oregon), Le Clos Jordanne (Niagara),

Pirque (Chile)

50 tickets available)

be paired to showcase

Prior to lunch we will debut our 2007 Cuvee Catharine

in Canada’s largest underground

Bachelder (Niagara), Concha Y Toro (Chile), Domaine des Clos (France), Felton Road (New Zealand), Henry of

Lake. $120| 50 tickets available)

the personal philosophies of six dynamic

drenched vines, cool shady cellars and

e (Prince Edward County), Dom. Emmanuel Giboulot (France), Lamoreaux Landing (NY), Lailey

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devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

2012 CELEBRATION SCHEDULE

SATURDAY, JULY 21 cont’d

Alter Egos…Different Places, Different Faces

Dig into a culinary adventure and spirited discussion about the versatility of Cool Climate Chardonnay. Experience

how this expressive grape pairs with globally

chardonnay you sip. The County’s Chef Jeremy Taft treks to Niagara with his

friendly cuisine.

Featured Wineries:

Catena Zapata (Argentina), Coyote’s Run (Niagara), Dutton Goldfield (California), Domaine Laroche (France), Flat

Rock Cellars (Niagara), Ravine Vineyard (Niagara).

Featured Chef:

Jeremy Taft – hâute Caribou | local cuisine

Cool Chardonnay World Tour & Al

This is your only opportunity to taste all of the wines from all of the wineries! Fol

tasting, enjoy our signature “Beyond the Barrel” al fresco dinner.

Wellington Court Restaurant, seven of the i4c

inspired al fresco dinner. Dine under the stars,

the night with a “Blanc de Blanc” bar and a live band.

Featured Wineries:

All 55 participating wineries will feature all of their wines at this event

Featured Chefs:

Erik Peacock – Wellington Court (St. Catharines) leads a team of winemaker

Estates), Craig McDonald (Hillebrand), Philip Dowell (Angels Gate), Ross Wise (Flat Rock Cellars), Harald Thiel

(Hidden Bench), Ron Giesbrecht (Henry of Pelham) a

Maison du Giber (Quebec) is presenting hors d

SUNDAY, JULY 22 The Moveable Feast…Brunch on the Bench

Back by popular demand...Join a "feast" of Ontario's most exceptional producers in a wandering brunch event at

beautiful Ravine Vineyard. While sipping on a selection of

fresh bread baked in the on-site stone oven will compete with the fire

produce picked from their on-site garden will brighten the tables of artisan cheese, cured meats, sweet

specialty products guest chefs. (250 tickets availble).

The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Association is a not-for-profit group of 28 inspired Ontario winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

CELEBRATION SCHEDULE

es, Different Faces (11:00am – 3:00pm at

$100|

Dig into a culinary adventure and spirited discussion about the versatility of Cool Climate Chardonnay. Experience

how this expressive grape pairs with globally-inspired cuisine while discussing the winemaker’s influence on the

The County’s Chef Jeremy Taft treks to Niagara with his cool approach on chardonnay

s Run (Niagara), Dutton Goldfield (California), Domaine Laroche (France), Flat

Rock Cellars (Niagara), Ravine Vineyard (Niagara).

hâute Caribou | local cuisine (Hillier, ON)

Al Fresco Dinner (6:00pm–11:00pm at VRIC, $150

of the wines from all of the wineries! Following the World Tour

enjoy our signature “Beyond the Barrel” al fresco dinner. Supported by Erik Peacock and his team at

of the i4c winemakers will design and help prepare a fabulous

dinner. Dine under the stars, mixing and mingling with the participating winemakers

de Blanc” bar and a live band.

All 55 participating wineries will feature all of their wines at this event

Court (St. Catharines) leads a team of winemaker-chefs – Brian

Craig McDonald (Hillebrand), Philip Dowell (Angels Gate), Ross Wise (Flat Rock Cellars), Harald Thiel

(Hidden Bench), Ron Giesbrecht (Henry of Pelham) and Dan Sullivan (Rosehall Run).

is presenting hors d’oeuvres during the tasting portion of the event.

The Moveable Feast…Brunch on the Bench (11:00am -2:00pm, Ravine Vineyard, $55)

a "feast" of Ontario's most exceptional producers in a wandering brunch event at

beautiful Ravine Vineyard. While sipping on a selection of 20 climate chardonnays, guests will

site stone oven will compete with the fire-pit roasted meats, while the colourful organic

site garden will brighten the tables of artisan cheese, cured meats, sweet

(250 tickets availble).

winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

00pm at Flat Rock Cellars.

$100| 50 tickets availble)

Dig into a culinary adventure and spirited discussion about the versatility of Cool Climate Chardonnay. Experience

ssing the winemaker’s influence on the

approach on chardonnay-

s Run (Niagara), Dutton Goldfield (California), Domaine Laroche (France), Flat

VRIC, $150 | 600 tickets)

lowing the World Tour

Erik Peacock and his team at

will design and help prepare a fabulous Canada-

ng with the participating winemakers, then finish

Brian Schmidt (Vineland

Craig McDonald (Hillebrand), Philip Dowell (Angels Gate), Ross Wise (Flat Rock Cellars), Harald Thiel

oeuvres during the tasting portion of the event.

2:00pm, Ravine Vineyard, $55)

a "feast" of Ontario's most exceptional producers in a wandering brunch event at

climate chardonnays, guests will enjoy the aroma of

pit roasted meats, while the colourful organic

site garden will brighten the tables of artisan cheese, cured meats, sweets and

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The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Association is a not

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

New – ASSEMBLAGE PROMOTION!“Blend” your Chardonnay Experience with

Chardonnay World Tour, and receive a $25 gift certificate that

Member Wineries in Ontario! For details, visit the “Tickets” page at www.coolchardonnay.org

TRAVEL AND ACCOMODATION

Wine Country Ontario www.winecountryontario.ca

Visit Wine Country Ontario to plan your perfect i4c weekend. Whether looking to fill free time with shopping,

culinary excursions or hidden gems in Wine Country,

need. Pick up a guide at any Ontario winery or visitor

an excellent map of the Wine Route!

White Oaks Conference Resort & Spa

The i4c is proud to host the visiting winemakers, media and VIP’s at White Oaks Conference Resort & Spa for the

second year. This luxury hotel not only gives our guests a fabulous place to rest their wine

also providing discounted rooms for i4c guests.

DRESS CODE Because of Mother Nature’s amiable unpredictability

comfortably throughout the weekend - summer garden party attire is recommended.

All events will include an outdoor element, so footwear suitable for a vineyard or lawn is required.

All events are rain or shine, so if skies are cloudy, prepare for an extra

EVENT CONTACT Dorian Andrewes – Event Manager

dorian@coolchardonnay,org | 905-563-3138

The International Cool Climate Chardonnay A

4152 Locust Lane

Beamsville, ON

L0R 1B2

The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Association is a not-for-profit group of 28 inspired Ontario winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

ASSEMBLAGE PROMOTION! “Blend” your Chardonnay Experience with a ticket to any i4c Luncheon and to the Saturday night Cool

Chardonnay World Tour, and receive a $25 gift certificate that can be redeemed at any of the 28 i4c Founding

Member Wineries in Ontario! For details, visit the “Tickets” page at www.coolchardonnay.org

TRAVEL AND ACCOMODATION

www.winecountryontario.ca.

Visit Wine Country Ontario to plan your perfect i4c weekend. Whether looking to fill free time with shopping,

hidden gems in Wine Country, the 2012 Wine Country Guide has all of the resources you

need. Pick up a guide at any Ontario winery or visitor’s centre, or visit the website for the online version. Includes

White Oaks Conference Resort & Spa www.whiteoaksresort.com

The i4c is proud to host the visiting winemakers, media and VIP’s at White Oaks Conference Resort & Spa for the

second year. This luxury hotel not only gives our guests a fabulous place to rest their wine

oviding discounted rooms for i4c guests.

amiable unpredictability, we have designed a program that will allow you to dress

ummer garden party attire is recommended.

All events will include an outdoor element, so footwear suitable for a vineyard or lawn is required.

skies are cloudy, prepare for an extra-refreshing outdoor experience!

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The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Association

winemakers and winery owners,

devoted to the renaissance of chardonnay. Learn more at coolchardonnay.org.

a ticket to any i4c Luncheon and to the Saturday night Cool

can be redeemed at any of the 28 i4c Founding

Member Wineries in Ontario! For details, visit the “Tickets” page at www.coolchardonnay.org

Visit Wine Country Ontario to plan your perfect i4c weekend. Whether looking to fill free time with shopping,

de has all of the resources you’ll

s centre, or visit the website for the online version. Includes

The i4c is proud to host the visiting winemakers, media and VIP’s at White Oaks Conference Resort & Spa for the

second year. This luxury hotel not only gives our guests a fabulous place to rest their wine-weary heads, but is

, we have designed a program that will allow you to dress

All events will include an outdoor element, so footwear suitable for a vineyard or lawn is required.

refreshing outdoor experience!