Sold Out! (01/09/2003)
A Regional Showcase of California Zinfandels
COPIA: The American Center for
Wine, Food & The Arts
500 First Street, Napa
(707) 259-1600   11:00-4:00 p.m.
$120 (ZAPmembers)
$140 (non-members)
Lunch Included

Five wines each from six growing regions will be presented at a seated non-blind tasting with Spencer Christian moderating and winemakers commenting. After your palletes have warmed up, you will take a break and dine with the winemakers for lunch at Julia’s Kitchen—COPIA’s renowned restaurant. Get ready to spend the day immersing your senses.

Participating Wineries

Can I purchase tickets at the door?

No. Tickets to this event are sold by advance purchase through the Fort Mason Box Office. No tickets are available through COPIA. Seating is limited. ZAP anticipates this event will quickly sell out.

What is it?

An educational exploration into six California Zinfandel growing regions, exemplified by a tasting of five 2000 Zinfandels per region: Bay Area/Central Valley; Central Coast/Southern California; Lake/ Mendocino; Napa; Sierra Foothills; Sonoma. Spencer Christian from ABC7 News will moderate the discussions. Attendees will be guided through each flight by the winemakers from each region. Participating wineries are identified on the winery list in this Information Guide.

How do I dress for the event?

Dress in comfortable clothes and be prepared to sit for periods of time in a classroom setting.

Will there be food?

Lunch is served at Julia’s Kitchen, COPIA’s renowned restaurant. Tasting is formal with multiple Zinfandels poured in advance at each place setting called “flights.” Dump buckets and “spit” cups will be available. Palate cleansers will be provided.

What is COPIA?

COPIA is the world’s leading cultural center dedicated to the discovery, understanding and celebration of wine, food and the arts. COPIA’s mission is to explore the distinctively American contribution to the character of wine and food in close association with the arts and humanities, and to celebrate these as a unique expression of the vitality of American life, culture and heritage. Educational programs feature a variety of interrelated wine, food and arts programs.

Can I tour COPIA?

Yes, you can tour COPIA after the event. COPIA’s gift shop, Cornucopia will be open from 12-1:30 p.m.

Where can I park?

Parking is free in front of the center.

How do I get there?

See Napa Valley map and driving directions.

Please remember wine tasting must be done in a responsible manner. Please don’t drink and drive. No perfumes, please!