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June 27 is Cal Fire Appreciation Day at Clos LaChance Winery
San Martin Winery teams with CordeValle to host
Chili Cook Off and Wine Tasting in Support of Local Firefighters
San Martin, CA—(May 19, 2010)--Clos LaChance and CordeValle are pleased to announce that on June 27, 2010 they will co-host “Cal Fire Appreciation Day” at the winery’s San Martin facility.
Chili and wine tasting will start at 4pm. The cost is $25 per person to attend. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Cal Fire’s preferred charity, the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation.
“ Clos LaChance is very thankful to the brave men and women of Cal Fire,” said Bill Murphy, co-founder and CEO of the Winery. “We have had a couple of close calls with nearby fires—most recently the Hummingbird Fire that was stopped just before the edge of the vineyard—and just knowing that Cal Fire is on the job makes me feel that my family’s business is safe.”
“CordeValle will always be grateful for the dedication and hard work of the Cal Fire team during the Hummingbird Fire,” notes Alan Campey, Managing Director of CordeValle.
“Their response was immediate and the thorough communication helped us make the necessary preparations to ensure the safety of our members, guests, and staff.”
On the agenda for Cal Fire Appreciation Day:
- Chili Cook Off
- 20 entries will be accepted for the chili cook off.
- To download an entry form for the Chili Cook off, please go to www.clos.com/chili.
- The Judges for the chili cook off are Bill Murphy, Founder of Clos LaChance Winery and Alan Campey, Managing Director of CordeValle.
- Participants must bring enough samples of chili to serve 250 people and a table sign. The winery will provide bowls, spoons, ladles, table, umbrella and access to power.
- Prizes include:
- One night stay at the CordeValle with breakfast for two and a VIP Tour and Tasting at Clos LaChance Winery.
- A limo ride and dinner for two at Le Papillon Restaurant in San Jose.
- Membership in the Clos LaChance Gold Wine Club for 1 year.
- Wine Tasting: In addition to Clos LaChance Winery, attendees to the Chili-Cook off will have the opportunity to taste wines from the following local wineries:
- Sycamore Creek
- Kirigin Cellars
- Fortino Winery
- Guglielmo Winery
- Satori Cellars
- Jason Stephens Winery
- Live Music: Provided by the Fast Lane Brand
- Raffle: All proceeds will go to the AARBF. Prizes include (but are not limited to):
- Two night stay at the CordeValle with breakfast for two and a VIP Tour and Tasting at Clos LaChance Winery.
- CordeValle Golf Inspired Gift Basket
- CordeValle Spa Inspired Gift Basket
- Clos LaChance VIP Tour and Tasting for 10
- Commemorative Bottles: Clos LaChance winery will be producing a limited number of commemorative bottles of Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon in which a portion of the proceeds from the sale will be donated to the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation.
- Additional Sponsors: Precision Parking, Danny Thomas Party Rentals, Le Papillion, Flower Divas
About the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation:
The Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation (AARBF) was founded in response to the tragic death of eight year old Alisa Ann, whose fatal burn injury was caused by a backyard barbeque accident. Her parents and the fire service founded AARBF in 1971 to enhance the quality of life for burn survivors and promote burn prevention education. AARBF provides programs like Champ Camp, summer camp for burn injured children, and Firefighters in Safety Education, in which firefighters visit schools to teach fire safety and burn prevention. For more information, visit www.aarbf.org.
About Clos LaChance Winery:
Clos LaChance is a family-owned and operated winery located in California’s Central Coast. Launched in 1992, the winery grew out of the backyard vineyard of Bill and Brenda (LaChance) Murphy. Today they use contemporary winemaking and sustainable viticulture to style Cabernet Sauvignon and other wines from their estate vineyard. Visitors experience a remarkable wine country atmosphere with Old World architecture, panoramic views and educational programs – all designed to invigorate a passion for exceptional wine. (www.clos.com)
Media Contact:
Cheryl Murphy Durzy
Clos LaChance Vice President of Sales & Marketing
408-686-1050 x101
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