Peg Melnik — Wine Columnist at Press Democrat and Co-author of The Napa & Sonoma Book

Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007

The Academy of Wine Communications invites you to join us for an AWC lunch with wine writer Peg Melnik on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 at The Hess Collection winery in Napa. We'll start gathering at 11:30 am and sit down to a buffet lunch around 12:15 pm.

Peg Melnik is the wine columnist and tasting coordinator for the New York Times-owned Press Democrat. She is also the co-author of The Napa & Sonoma Book, which earned this favorable review from wine critic Robert Parker, Jr.: "This marvelous book, splendidly researched, packed with terrific advice and considerable insider information, is essential reading for any visitor." Melnik's website is www.napasonomainsider.com.

Peg will speak about the work she is doing now, the changes she sees in the future, and what PR people need to know about dealing with the media. Don’t miss this chance to meet her and network with industry colleagues who are working on the same challenges you are. The program will conclude around 1:30 pm.

Space is limited – Please respond to Margaret Clark at 707-255-8023 or email mclark@balzac.com by November 26, 2007. Checks ($25 per person) may be sent to Academy of Wine Communications, 1200 Jefferson St., Napa, CA 94559. The Hess Collection is located at 4411 Redwood Road in Napa. Driving directions are at www.hesscollection.com/web/contact.html.

Please join us – we look forward to seeing you there!