2008 Events Yakima Valley

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Feb 16 - 17 Red Wine and Chocolate, Yakima Valley -
Chocolate lovers, this weekend is for you! Each participating winery pairs sumptuous chocolate desserts with their very own remarkable red wines. Sample some of the Yakima Valley’s finest red wines and enjoy chocolate confections. Visit the more than 52 wineries in the Yakima Valley Wine country during this Presidents’ Day weekend. Purchase your “Reserve Ticket" online ($20) and enjoy exclusive benefits available only during this event weekend. “Reserve Ticket” holders will be able to experience a variety of specialty Red Wine and Chocolate pairings, library tastings, and tours not available to the public. Ticket includes a Signature 15 oz Wine Yakima Valley wine glass. Once your tickets are purchased, you will receive an email asking which winery you would like to begin your tour with. Upon confirmation, tickets will be waiting for you at your first stop. Tickets will go on sale November 15, 2007. Call: 509-5201 or 800-258-7270. Yakima Valley Wineries

April 25 - 27 Spring Barrel Tasting - Sample wines from the barrel free at the Rattlesnake Hills Wineries. For a listing of participating wineries, visit www.rattlesnakehills.com or call 888-375-7498 Various wineries on the "Rattlesnake Hills Trail"

April 25 - 27 Spring Barrel Tasting - Besides enjoying the predictably sunny weather in eastern Washington, barrel-tasting weekend is an opportunity to gain insight into the artistic process behind the production at each winery. Please note: Wine Yakima Valleys 2008 Spring Barrel Tasting weekend will be offering Reserve tickets. Tickets can be purchased on-line beginning March 1, 2008.