Media Advisory - International Chardonnay Day May 23 celebrates world's most planted grape

NIAGARA, ON, May 21, 2013 /CNW/ - It's time to drink - and think - Chardonnay.  May 23 is International Chardonnay Day, and the wineries of the International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration are leading the Canadian initiative.  "Team Canada" is hosting a series of events at their winery locations across the province, and is leading a Global Virtual Chardonnay Tasting on Facebook and Twitter.  Wine enthusiasts are encouraged to join Guest Chef Vikram Vij and over 60 winemakers around the world posting photos, videos and stories of their favourite Chardonnays.  Contests and special promotions will be shared throughout the day, including a special $23 discount on tickets for the Cool Chardonnay World Tour - the signature event of the International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration weekend held July 20^th. Food Network Chef Lynn Crawford will celebrate Chardonnay Day at Inniskillin, where she will be part of a full-day celebration of food, fun and Chardonnay.  For full Chardonnay Day details including a list of special events at Ontario wineries, visit www.coolchardonnay.org.

SOURCE: International Cool Climate Chardonnay Association

WEBSITE: www.coolchardonnay.org

CONTACT: Dorian Andrewes, Event Manager
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