WINES FROM SPAIN’S 12 th ANNUAL GREAT MATCH: WINE AND TAPAS 2005

SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 11 IN BOSTON

America’s Largest Spanish Wine Tasting Showcases over 200 Wines

September 2005 – Spain's latest varietals and new releases will be showcased at Wines from Spain's 12th Annual Great Match:  Wine and Tapas on Tuesday, October 11, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at The State Room, 60 State Street, 33rd Floor , Boston . This walk-around wine and food tasting, open to both consumers and wine professionals, is the largest showcase of Spanish wines in the U.S. More than 200 Spanish wines representing many of the country’s 64 denominations of origin will be available for tasting along with international tapas prepared by several of Chicago’s most creative chefs. Admission is $50 per person in advance, and tickets will be $60 at the door. 100% of the admission will go to help support Community Servings, local hunger charity . For reservations, visit www.greatmatch.org, or call 1-866-849-8703. For Press Reservations, SPAINRSVP@myoungcom.com or 888-398-5440.

“The Great Match is the largest showcase of Spanish wines in this country. The tour enables both consumers and industry professionals the opportunity to taste wines from large and small producers, from familiar regions like Rioja, Rías Baixas, Penedés, Ribera del Duero and Jerez to up-and-coming areas such as Montsant, Rueda, Toro, and Jumilla,” said Katrin Naelapaa, Director of Wines From Spain.

Boston- Tuesday, October 11, The State Room, 60 State Street, 33rd Floor

2:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Tasting Preview, Open to Trade and Media

3:00 – 4:00 p.m. - Trade Seminar

6:00 – 9:00 p.m. - Consumer Event, Admission: $50 in advance, $60 at the door

Wines From Spain, a promotional division of the Trade Commission of Spain in New York City, is committed to promoting the awareness of Spanish wines and spirits throughout the United States, through education, informational materials, special events and promotions. For further information on specific wine regions and producers, please contact: Wines From Spain, Trade Commission of Spain, 405 Lexington Avenue, 44th Floor, New York, NY 10174-0331. Websites: www.winesfromspain.com or www.greatmatch.com

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