EPILOGUE; ADVENTURES IN WINE COUNTRY

Stay Alert! "Adventures In Wine Country" with Co-Hosts Chuck Byers and Greg Rist will be airing in April 2010 on CHEX Channel 12 Durham and the Greater Toronto Area. Watch For It And Don't Miss One Episode!
THANK YOU ALL!
Just how does one begin to thank so many people who have been involved with the concept of this project. Each has has done his/her share for making it a success.
I can best do it in groups. My thanks to you all will never be enough and I can only exhibit my gratitude in this way.
Advisers/Mentors
My thanks goes out to those who gave advice and worked to make this show happen.
Elaine Garnett/Dan Carter: CHEX Television where the program will initially air in April. Without the air time, we would not have been able to deliver the product and the show would have not gotten off the ground.
Marcio Ferreira, Vini Portugal: A truly remarkable young man who has great insight and ability. He saw the project for what it was, a love of wine and of his homeland, Portugal.
The many fine wines of Portugal will find a good home in this series.
Paolo Ponti, Italian Trade Commission: Mr.Ponti proved to be a man with great integrity and patience. His contacts in Italy made the job much easier and more adventurous. His hard work has earned him my unrelenting support for anything he will do concerning wine and Italy.
Paula Orkesovich, California Wine Institute: Paula was the very first to assist me when I came up with the Wine Frontier and Fess Parker program in April of 2006. That initial program was a major success and actually went to the Cannes Film Festival. She was one of the first to assist in this project and hopefully it will also be a success. Paula helped open up my mind as to how great California wines are.
Bill Phelps: Bill and I go back to my first venture to California and his expertise and guidance has never failed to be accurate and caring. The man is a marketing genius as well as just one excellent person.
Alex Eberspaecher, Wine, Food and Travel Writer: If it had not been for Alex, I would have left the business long ago. Being a wine writer is not what you would call a lucrative business. Many hours go into writing something that will be edited and eventually pay little. Then there are the little expenses that add up. Alex served to encourage and suggest alternatives which proved invaluable to me. He also suggested contacts such as Paul Orkesovich. He never fails to give good guidance and I will never forget his kindness.
Patrick Olive: Commissioner of Economic Development, Trade and Tourism Region of Durham:Patrick was always there with his advice and support. His contacts both national and international were invaluable for the production.
Dan Hostick: Author, Motivational Speaker: A master marketer and an excellent friend. Dan used his vast knowledge to help market the series.
Samuel Christopher Weir: Chris was one of the first public relations I met when I came to California in 2006 and has remained an integral part of all my ventures to this area.
Mary Harris: Santa Ynez Valley Visitor Association: Mary was there suggesting various places to see and things to do. Thanks Mary!
Cecci "Bulldog" Boccali: My trip to the area of Verona would have been indeed very dull had it not been for the undying attention of Ms. Boccali who I nicknamed "Bulldog" since when she wanted something for the "two Canadians", she would not let go! I have phoned her twice since I returned to Canada just to say thank you. The Consorzio Dei Vini Valpolicella never had it so good. She also knew the writers of the Wine Spectator on a first name basis----impressive!
Jack Sparrow, Fess Parker Winery: Jack has become a long time friend who has never failed to amaze me with his gentle manner and expertise. He describes a wine like a mother describing her children. A very thorough person, Jack is also very kind and thoughtful. Jack has formed a place in my heart that will always be there for him. This year, he made a special trip just because he heard Iwas going to be at the winer. His advice and suggestions will always be taken seriously and I look forward to our next meeting-----as always.
Sponsors/Organizers
British Colombia
Colletta Consultants
Vincor Canada, A Constellation Company
Del Rollo, National Director Of Hospitality: Del couldn't have done it without your support!
Andrew Howard, Senior V/P Vincor--A Constellation Company!
Debi Pratt: You are always there when I need help!
Sally Sharpe: You made our trip amazing!
Christa-Lee McWatters Bond: You and your great dad are much more alike than you think!
Kelli Reid: Tourism Penticton: A wealth of information and cheery disposition.
California
California Wine Institute
PR Praxis
Hadsten House
MoonCatcher PR
Renee Oltman (Red Barn, Santa Ynez)
Sam Marmorstien (Los Olivos Cafe)
Chef Bradly Ogden (Root 246)
Italy
Italian Trade Commission (Toronto, Canada)
Consorzio Tutela Vini Montefalco
Monica Latini: The Consorzio should be proud to have you on staff.
Maura Baldoni: A great guide and a lovely one at that!
Maria Christina Tili: I will always remember your great suggestions and the "three chairs" of Bevagna!!!!
Conzorzio Per La Tutela Dei Vini Valpolicella
Luca Sartori: Presidente di Consorzio: Thank you for the honour that you gave us!
Daniele Accordini: V/P di Consorzio: You inspired my interest in Ancient Grapes of Valpolicella
Emilio Fasoletti: Direttore di Consorzio: Your diligence kept us on track and your kindness kept us happy.
Malta
Fiona Formosa, Consul General For The Island Of Malta
Malta Tourist Board: Alexia Maggi, Angela Said
Kumitat Festi Esterni (Qormi Wine Festival)
Delicata Winery (Delicata Wine Festival, Gozo): Mr. Bill Hermitage
Montekristo Wines: Mr. Charles Polidano, Mr. Victor Bonello
Trudy Grech
Mr./Mrs. Lorry Farugia, Zejtun
Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia Tourist Board
Taste of Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia Winery Association
Ontario
Vincor, Canada---A Constellation Company
Portugal
ViniPortugal
Wineries
Canada
British Colombia
Osoyoos Larose
Jackson-Triggs, Okanagan
Inniskillin, Okanagan
Sumac Ridge
Nk'Mip Cellars
See Ya Later Ranch Winery
Ontario
Inniskillin, Niagara
Jackson-Triggs, Niagara
Le Clos Jordanne
Stratus Winery
Henry of Pelham
Cave Spring Cellars
Peninsula Ridge
Vineland Estates
Konzelmann Estates
Pillitteri
Nova Scotia
Jost Vineyards
Grande Pre
Blomidon Ridge
Bear River Winery
Benjamin Bridge
Gaspereau Vineyards
Lunenburg Winery
Sainte Famille Winery
Petite River Winery
L'Acadie Vineyards
Malta
Montekristo Wines
Delicata Winery
Marsovin
Merridiana
Ta' Mena
Camileri Wines
Italy
Umbria
Cantina Novelli
Bocale
Cantina Colpetrone (Salagricola)
Cantina Cesarini Sartori
Tenuta Rocca Di Fabri
DeFilippo
Gruppo Matura
Lungarotti
Cantina Perticaia
Colle Coicco
Antonelli San Marco
Veneto
Tommasi
Pasqua
Tedeschi
Cantina Negrar
Sartori Di Verona
Tenuta Sant Antonio
Zenato
Gruppo Italiano Vini/Bolla
Guerrieri Rizzardi
Portugal
Alentejo
Malhadina Nova
Esporao
J. Portugal Ramos
Duorum
Quinta Dona Maria
Herade Sao Miguel
Ribatejo
Quinta da Lagoalva
Quinta da Alorna
Casal Branco
Estremadura/Torres do Sado
Jose Maria Da Fonseca
Quinta da Cortezia
Jose Santos Lima
Qunita de Chocopalha
Quinta dos Lorridos (Bacalloa)
Barraida
Luis Pato
Quinta Do Encontro
Vinho Verde
Quinta Da Lixa-Monte
Casa de Sezim
Aveleda
Porto
Sogrape Vinhos (Sandeman)
Douro
Quinta Da Pacheca
Quinta Vale D. Maria
Quinto Do Crasto
Quinta Do Portal
Quinta Casa Amarela
Douro Superiore
Ramos Pintos
California
Santa Ynez Valley
Fess Parker Winery
Firestone
Curtis
Zaca Mesa
Sanford
Foxen
Rancho Sosqui
Terravent Winery
Hitching Post Winery
Bernat Wines
Lucas & Lewellan Vineyards
Epiphany Cellars
Andrew Murray Vineyards
Buttonwood Winery
Fontes&Phillips Wines
Paso Robles
Ortman Cellars
Arron Hill
Grey Fox
Castoro Wines
Ancient Peaks
Rancho Margarita

Finally a big thanks to all the wineries and restaurtants that helped us with food demos and lunches/dinners. The numbers here are quite numerous and you will always be held in the highest acclaim by me!
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