Oklahoma WineFest 2008



Volunteers Needed

The ‘artsy’ and sophisticated 50 Penn Place will host Oklahoma’s largest wine festival, with 25 state wineries gathering to offer the city tasting, and some good ole’ Oklahoma hospitality!

Oklahoma Wine Festival

Denim and Diamonds” WineFest Reception
Friday, November 14, 6:30-10 pm

A tasting to benefit The Muscular Dystrophy Association Don your best denim and visit “Tuscany, Oklahoma Style!” The eclectic music of the great “Horseshoe Road”, will intrigue you – as will the savory dishes from local restaurants paired with complementary Oklahoma wines.  Bid on auction items ranging from wine barrels to vacation packages. You may even acquire a “taste” for diamonds! All proceeds from this “rustically elegant” event will benefit The Muscular Dystrophy Association, our Partner in the Harvest.
“Denim and Diamonds” WineFest Reception Tickets only $75
 
Must be 21 to sample wine

 

Oklahoma WineFest ’08!
Saturday, November 15, 10am-8 pm


Come rain or shine! Workshops begin at 9:00 am, shops open at 10:00, and tasting begins at 11:00. Sample wines from 25 wineries, take in a workshop, or have a bite to eat while enjoying live music on two stages, like OKC’s popular Scott Keeton & the Deviants. Get a great start on your holiday shopping with an eclectic collection of 50 Penn Place shops and galleries, vendor booths, wine accessories, jewelry, wine cellar systems, and more. And if you prefer a faster pace, Jeff Gordon’s 2002 season Daytona and Talladega NASCAR will be at WineFest and will be auctioned off on eBay in conjunction with the festival.

Nashville recording artist, Devin Derrick will be performing at Oklahoma WineFest at 5:00 pm

Come Celebrate Oklahoma Wines! Come Celebrate Oklahoma! Are we a Grape State or What?

WineFest Tickets:

Must be 21 to sample wine
 
$17 in advance, $20 at the door
Seniors and “Happy Trails” Members $15
Saturday VIP pass $75 (includes free workshops and more)
Above tickets include souvenir wine glass and $8 in "festibucks" for use at wineries and “WineFest” merchandise booth.
Designated drivers and children $5

Wine Workshops, $10 each

Must be 21 to sample wine

VIP pass includes 1 year “Happy Trails” membership; access to the “VIP Cellar” where you can check game scores and sample exceptional, limited quantity, award winning Oklahoma wines; a souvenir wine glass with special marker; a wine glass holder; reserved seating, and complimentary workshops.
Note: Only a limited quantity of VIP passes are available.

The “Happy Trails” Club is sponsored by OklahomaWines.org and offers discounts at the festival, and participating wineries and restaurants throughout the year. Get the scoop on local wine events via email, as well as invitations to “Happy Trails” tastings, and OklahomaWines.org events.  Members will receive a complimentary wine glass holder at the festival along with valuable discounts  and perks.  Single membership $20, Couple $25. Click Here for Registration Form

We Gratefully Acknowledge:
Associated Glass Company - 50 Penn Place - Summerside Vineyards & Winery
Scott Keeton and the Deviants - OklahomaWines.org - The Heartland Express

Wine workshops are 45 minutes each, and will be offered more than once on Saturday, beginning at 9am

  •  Wine Tasting – with 2nd level sommelier, Ian Clarke, of the cutting edge, Red PrimeSteak Restaurant.
  •  Amateur Wine Making – with David Martin of Deer Creek Vineyard, and vice president of OklahomaWines.org
  •  How to Build a Wine Cellar – with Jonathan Kuhlman, Wine Cellar Innovations
  •  Food and Wine Pairing – with Kurt Fleischfresser of The Coach House
  •  Wine Collecting – with Scott Duncan of Covenant Financial Services
  •  How to Grow Grapes in Oklahoma – with Andrew Snyder of Sand Hill Vineyard, Chapel Creek Winery, Redlands Community College, and President of OklahomaWines.org.

Live Music: Devin Derrick, Nashville recording artist, Scott Keeton and the Deviants, Heartland Express, Dolce (Steven & Laura Franklin), Annie Ellicott, and more!

To request booth space or more information email: OklahomaWineFest@sbcglobal.net or call 405 525 2138
Click Here for the Vendor Registration Form (PDF, opens in a new window)

Staying overnight for the festival? Ask for Oklahoma WineFest Special Rates!
Stay at the beautiful Crowne Plaza for only $82 per night, you save over $65!
Offer is valid through November 10, 2008
To reserve call 405-602-6124 and ask for Pam or call toll free 1-800-2CROWNE
Your discount code for the reduced room rate is OGG

 

Participating Wineries:
Canadian River Winery - Chapel Creek Winery - Deer Creek Vineyard
Grape Ranch - Whirlwind Winery - Legends Winery - Plain View Winery
Oak Hills Winery - Indian Creek Village - Territory Cellars - Parsons Winery
Panther Hills Winery- Nuyaka Creek Winery - Plymouth Valley Cellars
Prairie Rattler Winery - Prairie Wind Winery - StableRidge Winery
Sailing Horse Vineyards & Winery -  Sparks Vineyard & Winery
Stone Bluff Cellars - Sand Hill Vineyards - Tidal School Vineyards
Summerside Vineyards & Winery - Woods & Waters Winery & Vineyards
Whispering Meadows - Quartz Mountain Winery & Vineyard

Volunteers Needed
"Volunteer Sign-up"  

Join other Oklahoma wine friends and sign up to volunteer during Winefest 08!
Sat., Nov 15th, 2008
Choose your shift:  11-3:30 or 3-7  

For your participation, you'll receive your choice of  1) free entry  2) free t-shirt or 3) free poster (Must be 21 to sample wine).

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