SONOMA COUNTY, California, January 4, 2004 - Are you passionate about Pinot Noir? Does your mouth start to water just thinking of this supple and sexy wine? The Pinot Noir enthusiast has reason to take note and celebrate. Experience the ultimate Pinot Noir lover's event ...The Pinot Summit at The City Club of San Francisco on Saturday, February 7, 2004.

Affairs of the Vine and The City Club of San Francisco invite you to experience the ultimate Pinot Noir adventure during this unique event. The Pinot Summit highlights include The Final Showdown of the 2003 Pinot Noir Shootout featuring 30 of the top rated Pinot Noirs, Pinot Noir workshops and tastings, the Pinot Noir Shootout Awards Ceremony, and a reception featuring top Pinot winemakers showcasing their wines with specially paired hors d'oeuvres. The cost of The Pinot Noir Summit is $125.00 per person plus tax. Attendance is limited to 100 lucky wine lovers who are passionate about Pinot Noir. Register online at http://www.affairsofthevine.com or call 707-874-1975.

The final results will be announced at The Pinot Noir Summit at 5 PM on February 7, 2004 and the winners will be unveiled. The results will be posted on the Affairs of the Vine website no later than February 10. The winners will be announced with reference to the wines rated highest by the panel and by the trade.

Complete results will be posted at www.AffairsoftheVine.com, no later than February 10, 2004.

The City Club of San Francisco and Affairs of the Vine will host a Pinot Noir Winemakers Dinner following The Pinot Noir Summit. A four-course dinner will be paired with the wines of four outstanding Pinot Noir winemakers. The evening begins at 7:00 P.M. The cost is $135.00 per person. Register online at http://www.affairsofthevine.com or call 707-874-1975.

The City Club of San Francisco is located on the tenth floor at 155 Sansome Street between Pine & Bush.

NOTE TO EDITORS: If you are interested in viewing additional information on The City Club of San Francisco visit the web page at http://www.cityclubsf.com or call Victoria Piluso 415-362-2480 ext. 235. For an overview of Affairs of the Vine visit the web page at http://affairsofthevine.com. For additional assistance, journalists may contact Barbara Drady at bdrady@affairsofthevine.com or 707-874-1975.

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