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Durango Wine Experience
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P.O. Box 2123
Durango, CO
81301
970-779-0031
Downtown DurangoDurango, CO, United States

Durango Wine Experience 2012 (Ticket Sales)

Thursday, May 3, 2012, 10:00 AM to Saturday, May 5, 2012, 8:00 PM
Downtown Durango, Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301
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All-Access Platinum Festival Pass More Info

All-Access Platinum Festival Pass
Includes all of the DWE Weekend Events: May 3rd, 4th & 5th, 2012

Thursday: VIP Welcome Reception 3:30 pm- 6:30 pm ($50 value)

Friday: “Walk-About Durango Tasting” 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm ($50 value)

Access to all SEVEN Wine, Beer, Spirit & Glassware Seminars! ($315 value)
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 @ 11:00: Formaggi i Vini: Italian Cheeses & Wine
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 @ 1:00: Montanya Rum Distillers
Friday, May 4th, 2012 @ 11:00: Blind Tasting with a View, Featuring Jay Fletcher, MS
Friday, May 4th, 2012 @ 1:00: The Coast is Clear… White Wines of the Mediterranean
Saturday, May 5th, 2012 @ 11:00: A Non-Partisan Investigation into the World of Bordeaux and It’s Varietals
Saturday, May 5th, 2012 @ 1:00: Riedel Glassware Wine Seminar
Saturday, May 5th, 2012 @ 2:00: Spiegelau Beer Glassware Seminar

Saturday: “The Grand Tasting” 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm ($75-80 value)

One DWE tasting glass & a VIP credential

A $515 value for only...

$295 pp*
Package Savings: $155!!

Best wine festival deal in Colorado!!

*Please note, tickets are non-refundable*

$295.00 $2.00
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Weekend Tasting Pass (Combo Ticket) More Info

The Weekend Tasting Pass includes both of our major wine tasting events!

> “Walk- About Durango”
Friday, May 4th, 2012
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
($50 value)
> “The Grand Tasting”
Saturday, May 5th, 2012
3:30 pm - 6:30 pm
($75-85 value)
> One DWE Tasting Glass

A $125 value for only

$100 pp
Package Savings: $25!

*Please note, tickets are non-refundable*

$100.00 $2.00
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The “Wine Expert” All Wine Seminar Pass More Info

The “Wine Expert” All Wine Seminar Pass includes all SEVEN WINE, BEER, SPIRIT & GLASSWARE Seminars!!

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 @ 11:00: Formaggi i Vini:
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 @ 1:00: Montanya Rum Distillers

Friday, May 4th, 2012 @ 11:00: Blind Tasting with a View, Featuring Jay Fletcher, MS
Friday, May 4th, 2012 @ 1:00: The Coast is Clear… White Wines of the Mediterranean

Saturday, May 5th, 2012 @ 11:00: A Non-Partisan Investigation into the World of Bordeaux and It’s Varietals
Saturday, May 5th, 2012 @ 1:00: Riedel Glassware Wine Seminar
Saturday, May 5th, 2012 @ 2:00: Spiegelau Beer Glassware Seminar


A $315 value for only...

$150 pp

Package Savings: $110!

*Please note, tickets are non-refundable*

$150.00 $2.00
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WALK-ABOUT DURANGO TASTING More Info

Walk-About Durango Tasting
Date: Friday, May 4th, 2012
Time: 3:30pm – 6:30pm
Location: Downtown Durango

Hundreds of wines featured with light appetizers at these multiple downtown Durango locations. The “Walk-About” is our signature, multi-location, tasting event. You will not only get a taste of wine, but a true taste of downtown Durango! Winery tables will be featured at some of our favorite Durango galleries, shops & outdoor spaces, all within a block or two of one another.
Your ticket includes one DWE tasting glass.
$50 pp*

(*included in the “All-Access Platinum Festival Pass” & the “Weekend Tasting Pass

*Please note, tickets are non-refundable*

$50.00 $2.00
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THE GRAND TASTING More Info

The Grand Tasting
Date: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Time: 3:30pm – 6:30pm
Location: First National Bank, 259 W. 9th St.

Under the festival tent in the First National Bank parking lot. Hundreds of featured wines, beer and spirits. Wineries will be on hand from right here in Colorado… to all over the world!
This year the Grand Tasting will feature a silent auction offering large format wine bottles, packages from local restaurants, hotels & wine shops and exciting winery trips!
Durango’s finest restaurants showcase their cuisine in our 3rd Annual Durango Restaurant Showcase.
Your ticket includes one DWE tasting glass.
Truly our Grand Tasting!

$75 pp in advance, $80 at the door*

(*included in the “All-Access Platinum Festival Pass” & the “Weekend Tasting Pass”)

*Please note, tickets are non-refundable*

$75.00 $2.00
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Thursday 11:00am Wine Seminar: Formaggi i Vini More Info

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 @ 11:00-12:00pm: Formaggi i Vini: Italian Cheese and Wine @ Guido's
Learn all about the Italian PDO cheeses paired with the best Italian wines.

$45.00 $2.00
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Thursday 1:00pm Spirit Seminar: Montanya Rum Distillers More Info

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 @ 1:00pm-2:00pm: @ The Lost Dog

$35.00 $2.00
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Friday 11:00am Wine Seminar: Blind Tasting With a View More Info

Friday, May 5th, 2012 @ 11:00am-12:00pm: Wine Seminar: Blind Tasting With a View Featuring Master Sommelier, Jay Fletcher
@ The Cosmo Rooftop Patio
Join one of the Masters in a blind tasting of wines with a gorgeous view of Durango. Jay passed the prestigious Master Sommelier Exam in London, England, and became the 30th American to hold the title of Master Sommelier. Since then Jay has lectured and sat on panels at hundreds of wine events around the country.
Guest Speaker: Jay Fletcher, MS
Included in the “All-Access Platinum Festival Pass” & the “Wine Expert Seminar Pass” $ 35 pp

$35.00 $2.00
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Friday 1:00pm Wine Seminar: The Coast is Clear… White Wines of More Info

Friday, May 4th, 2012 @ 1:00: Wine Seminar
The Coast is Clear… White Wines of the Mediterranean
@ENO
This seminar will take you on a sun-soaked voyage around the Mediterranean while taking in the thirst quenching, white wines of very diverse locales.
Wine stops may or may not include Sicilia, Morocco, Provence, Slovenia, Languedoc, Greece and Sardegna.
No passport needed.
Guest Speaker: Andrew Shaffner
Included in the “All-Access Platinum Festival Pass” & the “Wine Expert Seminar Pass” $ 35 pp

$35.00 $2.00
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Sat 11:00am Wine Seminar: A Non-Partisan Investigation into the More Info

Saturday, May 4th, 2012 @ 11:00am-12:00pm: Wine Seminar: A Non-Partisan Investigation into the World of Bordeaux and It's Varietals

@ The Cosmo Rooftop Patio
Five varietals, two winemakers, one vision! An in depth seminar focusing on Bordeaux styled wine from some of the top vineyard sites around the world; unravel the mystery of that luxurious liquid in your glass. Featuring special expert witness. Verite, recipient of seven 100 point scores from Robert Parker. No Pages or Aides were harmed in the making of this seminar. Paid for by the Association of Outstanding Wine.
Guest Speaker: Stephen Gonda, Majestic Fine Wines, Spire Collection
Included in the “All-Access Platinum Festival Pass” & the “Wine Expert Seminar Pass”
$ 55 pp

$55.00 $2.00
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Saturday 1:00pm Wine Seminar: Riedel Wine Glassware More Info

Saturday, May 5th, 2012 @ 1:00: Riedel Glassware Seminar @ The Strater Hotel

Riedel, the world’s premier wine glass maker, knows that the pleasure of consuming wine starts with the glass. Sample the difference in the taste, bouquet and flavor of wine between regular glassware and varietal Riedel stemware under the tutelage of Doug Reed, Riedel regional manager. Join us for an hour of learning by doing hands-on taste comparisons. We will taste four different grape varietals. The best part… you keep your four-pack of Riedel stems ($100 value) after the tasting!
“The finest glasses for both technical and hedonistic purposes are those made by Riedel. The effect of these glasses on fine wine is profound. I cannot emphasize enough what a difference they make.”
- Robert M. Parker, Jr. The Wine Advocate
Location: TBD
Guest Speaker:Doug Reed, Riedel Glassware
Included in the “All-Access Platinum Festival Pass” & the “Wine Expert Seminar Pass”
$ 75 pp

$75.00 $2.00
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Saturday 2:00pm Beer Seminar: Spiegelau Beer Glassware Seminar More Info

Saturday, May 5th, 2012 @ 2:00: Spiegelau Beer Glassware Seminar @ The Strater Hotel

Forever change the way you think about serving and enjoying craft beer. Exceptional glassware is the key to elevating all facets of this delicious subject and The Spiegelau Beer Connoisseur tasting seminar shows you how. Learn firsthand how color, clarity, aroma, temperature and effervescence are all dramatically enhanced with Spiegelau glass versus the standard type of beer glasses we have all become accustomed too. Come enjoy Craft Beer the way it was intended to be and go home with a beautiful Spiegelau Beer Connoisseur 4- piece set to keep!

$35.00 $2.00
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DWE Grand Tasting & Durango Kentucky Derby Party Combo Ticket More Info

INCLUDES TWO EVENTS: A $160 value for $125

The Durango Wine Experience Grand Tasting
Saturday, May 5th, 2012
3:30pm – 6:30pm
First National Bank, 259 W. 9th St.
$75 pp in advance, $80 at the door*
&
Durango Kentucky Derby Party
Saturday, May 5th
2-4:30pm
Rochester Hotel Courtyard
Benefit for the Durango Arts Center
$75
&
Your ticket includes one DWE tasting glass.
*Please note, tickets are non-refundable*

$125.00 $2.00
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DWE Wknd Tasting Pass & Dgo Kentucky Derby Party Combo Tix More Info

DWE Wknd Tasting Pass & Dgo Kentucky Derby Party Combo Tix
INCLUDES THREE EVENTS: A $210 value for $175

The Durango Wine Experience GRAND TASTING
Saturday, May 5th, 2012
3:30pm – 6:30pm
First National Bank, 259 W. 9th St.
Your ticket includes one DWE tasting glass.
$75 pp in advance, $80 at the door*
&
The Durango Wine Experience WALK-ABOUT DURANGO TASTING
Friday May 4th, 2012
3:30pm- 6:30pm
Hundreds of wines featured with light appetizers at multiple downtown Durango locations.
$50
&
Durango Kentucky Derby Party
Saturday, May 5th, 2012
2-4:30pm
Rochester Hotel Courtyard
Benefit for the Durango Arts Center
$75

*Please note, tickets are non-refundable*

$175.00 $2.00
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Riedel Escargot Decanter I $395.00 $2.00
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Riedel Mamba Decanter $495.00 $2.00
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Riedel Eve Decanter $495.00 $2.00
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Join us for the 7th Annual Durango Wine Experience! May 2-4, 2013

***Ticket Sales for 2013 will open soon!***
Three days of educational seminars, wine dinners and unique tastings. Hundreds of wineries, artisan spirits and ... craft beers. The "Walk-About Durango" is our signature, multi-location, tasting event on Friday. Top local chefs and wineries from around the world are featured at Grand Tasting on Saturday. We truly have the perfect environment for a wine event. Durango has multiple Wine Spectator acclaimed restaurants, over 50 licensed establishments, 600 Hotel Rooms, 200 galleries, boutiques & shops. All right Downtown Durango, Colorado. Join us for the seventh annual Durango Wine Experience held May 2-4, 2013! www.durangowine.com

Restrictions

You must be 21 years of age to participate in the Durango Wine Experience. *Please note, tickets are non-refundable*

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