VinVillage & VinVillageRadio
chosen as media partners for the
5th Annual “New York Wine Expo”
March 2-4, 2012 at the Jacob Javits Center

DAY-2: The Grand Tasting, 2-6PM, Sat, March 3rd

New York, NY  – Whether you are a seasoned connoisseur searching for a full bodied Meritage or a new wine drinker looking for affordable blends that are lighter on the palate, the 5th Annual NY Wine Expo will have what you are looking for...and so much more. Look for featured appearances by wine experts Mark Oldman, Gloria Maroti Frazee and other renowned wine experts.

The New York Wine Expo will be hosting its fifth annual tasting on March 2-4 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, and this year it will also be co-located with the International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York.

SATURDAY 'GRAND TASTING'... A Global Adventure in a Glass

The Grand Tasting is the centerpiece of the New York Wine Expo. It takes place in the Special Events Hall at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.

You won’t want to miss this opportunity to sample over 600 wines from around the world and meet the winemakers who produce them. Top winemakers and winery principles are on hand to speak directly about their wines and the wine making process as well as answer any questions you may have.

It’s easy to find your favorites as you navigate through the various countries and wine regions grouped together on the show floor. Taste the wines you know and love and find new favorites to add to your repertoire. You will also find the latest wine accessories and food companies at the Grand Tasting.

Your Admission To The New York Wine Expo Includes:

• As you walk into the "Grand Tasting", you receive a souvenir glass that is yours to keep.
• Access to wine samples from over 150 wine producers from wine regions the world-over.
• You will also receive a 4-color glossy show program outlining all the exhibitors that are present and where to locate them, plus schedules for the guided tastings/seminars along with many other interesting show facts.

Meet The Wine Producers
Top winemakers and winery representatives are on hand to speak directly to you about their wines and answer your questions. Pick up tips on serving, pricing and selecting the right vintage.

Discover New Lifestyle Products and Sample Specialty Foods
The latest in wine accessories and specialty foods are also available here in the Grand Tasting. In addition, sample and purchase products and offerings from a selection of wine and food related exhibitors. These include serving accessories, refrigeration & wine racks, stemware, decanters and much more.

Learn More About Wine At The Seminars
Attend the Expo not just for the sampling, but for the learning experience as well. Seminar presenters include Gloria Maroti Frazee, who oversees the Wine Spectator Wine School; Steven Olson, Wine and Spirits consultant for “Bon Appetit Magazine”; Mark Oldman, a popular TV personality and the best-selling author of "Oldman’s Brave New World of Wine"; John Cressman, founder of World Wide Wine LLC and Premier Italian Wines; and also Alain Junguenet aka ‘Mr. Châteauneuf-du-Pape’, CEO of Alain Junguenet Selections, importer of premier quality, estate-produced wines from France.

For Consumers
The Expo is open on Friday evening and again on Saturday afternoon, allowing consumers a couple chances to take a tasting tour around the world.