presented by the Redlands Mesa Golf Course Community
September 16-19, 2004
Join in the oldest and grandest harvest-time celebration of Colorado wines, in a new, larger location this year. Highlights of the four-day event include:
Thursday - Golf with a View at Redlands Mesa Golf Course Community; followed by Wine & Cheese Reception.
Friday - learn about Winemaking, Wine Aromas, and Grape Growing, and conclude the day with a Winemakers Dinner or a Wines & Chocolates Tasting.
Saturday - the Festival in the Park - the centerpiece of the weekend from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm. Winefest has moved to a new larger location, Riverbend Park in Palisade. Wine tasting with 32 wineries, chef demonstrations and ice carving; live jazz with recording artists Dotsero and Laura Newman and AOA; regional foods, arts, and a grape stomp. Best of the Fest Commercial Winemakers Competition winners will be announced. Optional Riedel Crystal seminar and Winefest 1st Class Pass VIP guest package available.
Sunday - Tour the Wineries from 10 am to 5 pm, no tickets are necessary. Maps available at the Park or online. The Amateur Winemakers Competition starts at noon in Palisade.
Saturday Festival in the Park information:
Location: Riverbend Park in Palisade, 10 miles east of Grand Junction (just 1/2 mile from the previous location). Take I-70, exit 42, at Palisade. 240 miles east of Denver. Parking and shuttle available at Palisade High School, 3679 G Road.
Adult tickets: $30 in advance/$35 at the gate; includes a sturdy 6-bottle canvas wine tote, wineglass, and sampling of Colorado wines.
6-20 years/Non-Drinker/Designated Driver tickets: $15. Children 5 and under are free with a paying adult.
Wine will be served only to those 21 and older. Feel free to bring a chair for your comfort. PLEASE no dogs, tables, blankets or coolers. Please enjoy Colorado wines in moderation.
Complete event information, tickets, maps available online at: www.coloradowinefest.com or call 800-704-3667
Area information, ticket and lodging packages: www.visitgrandjunction.com
