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WinE CountRy nEWs | WinE CountRy this WEEKGloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyardsspring & summer Celebrations to RememberGloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards was the first sparkling wine housein California’s Sonoma Carneros region. Now, celebrating 26 years,Gloria Ferrer continues to be a must-stop spot for locals, as well asvisitors to Sonoma Wine Country. Embodying Spanish winegrowinghistory, time-honored tradition, and centuries-old sustainable practices,Gloria Ferrer creates exceptional sparkling and estate varietalwines that are blended to pair perfectly with food.After a long, cold winter, Gloria Ferrer welcomes the seasons ofspring and summer with a bounty of celebrations. Experience GloriaFerrer, from weddings to festivals to the simplicity of enjoying a glassof sparkling or estate varietal wines on the Vista Terrace overlookingestate Carneros vineyards.Sparkling Wedding CelebrationsThe only sight more beautiful than a bride is a bride with a magnificentsetting behind her. And many couples choose to begin their livestogether in Sonoma at Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards, under thegrapevine covered Spanish arbor overlooking the breathtaking viewsof Carneros.Surrounded by family and friends, a wine country weddingcommences a life that is sure to sparkle. The beautiful Vista Terrace ofGloria Ferrer is a prime wedding location amidst the Spanish-inspiredarchitecture reminiscent of the Ferrer family’s 12th-century Catalonianfarmhouse in the hills outside Barcelona. Whether at Gloria Ferrer oranother magical venue, toast the occasion with any of the 14 GloriaFerrer sparkling and estate varietal wines, all of which pair famouslywith a diverse variety of elegant wedding cuisine.Celebrate Gloria Ferrer’s 26th Anniversary at the Catalan FestivalThe annual Catalan Festival at Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyardspairs the unique spirit of Catalonia with the world-class quality ofCalifornia sparkling and estate varietal wines. The festival originated asa celebration of the winery’s Spanish roots, with the opening of thewinery in July 1986. The Catalan Festival rejoices in all things Catalan,including music, dance, Spanish fare and of course, world-classbubbly.Two full days of festivities on July 21 and 22 include Spanish food,wine and entertainment with lively classical guitar, passionateflamenco dancing, a festive grape stomp and traditional folkloresurprises. Stroll and enjoy savory Tapas, Paella demonstrations andwine seminars as you sip our acclaimed Carneros Sparkling and Estatewines.Turn a Spring or Summer Day into a Carneros CelebrationA warm day in Sonoma deserves to be relished. Spend a perfectafternoon relaxing on the Vista Terrace overlooking Gloria Ferrer’sCarneros estate vineyards while sipping a glass of sparkling wine andsavoring the local and Spanish cheeses, meats, almonds and other delicaciessold onsite. Then tour the winery, or enjoy a seminar thatexplores the versatility of sparkling wines, and how the different28THIS POPULAR EVENT SELLS OUTSAVE ON EARLY PRICING AVAILABLE NOWFor Tickets and Details:www.gloriaferrer.com or call 707.933.1999$55 per person at the doorGloria Ferrer sparkling and estate varietal wines stand up to a varietyof food flavors and textures from spicy, fried, salty, sweet and theelusive fifth taste, umami.It’s the ideal way to experience Sonoma Wine Country and thosein the know will say it doesn’t get any better than this.When in Wine Country, visit Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards orsimply raise a glass of sparkling and estate varietal wines and take partin a tradition 26 years in the making.For Visitor Center information, weddings and private events, wineclub memberships, and upcoming colorful events with Spanish rootsvisit our website at www.gloriaferrer.com. Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyardsis located at 23555 Carneros Highway (121), Sonoma. For moreinformation, call (707) 933-1917.Follow us on twitter @WineCountrytW