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2003 BURGUNDIES
from
MAISON JOSEPH DROUHIN

Dear Wine Associates:

It is a pleasure to invite you to join us on Tuesday, June 21, 2005, for a fascinating seminar featuring "2003 BURGUNDIES from MAISON JOSEPH DROUHIN." Joseph Drouhin founded this famous "negociant firm" in 1880 when he purchased an existing wine house established in 1796. Located in the heart of Beaune, France, Drouhin produces some of the world's finest wines from some of France's most famous Burgundian vineyards. In addition, the Drouhin Family owns the outstanding U.S. winery, Domaine Drouhin Oregon.

The House of Drouhin produces upwards of 80 different wines each year, many of which are extremely limited and difficult to obtain. Chardonnay for White Burgundy and Pinot Noir for Red Burgundy are the grapes used in this treasured appellation. The three massive cellars (all preserved in their original states) of the Drouhin Family include one with Gothic architecture and vaulted ceilings built in the 13th Century, one situated beneath the 14th Century former palace of the Dukes of Burgundy and one located under the ancient Parliament of Beaune - a cellar that was built for the kings of France in the 16th Century.

The current issue of Wine Spectator referred to both the 2002 and 2003 red Burgundies as "great." The Spectator's writers rated the 2003 Vintage 92-96, describing the wines as "exotic, ripe and concentrated," and said that the best are destined to be classics. The record-breaking heat in France in 2003 caused extraordinary ripeness. At Maison Joseph Drouhin, the harvest was begun on August 20, the earliest since 1822! We are fortunate to have the opportunity to preview Drouhin's exciting 2003 white and red Burgundies, which are being sent to us from their cellars in Beaune especially for our event.

In a repeat of previous successful Burgundy seminars, we are delighted to welcome back our special guest NETTA WILLIAMS, the long-time and knowledgeable Regional Sales Manager for Maison Joseph Drouhin. Netta will lead us in this barrel-sample tasting, which promises to be an illuminating experience for all of us. Among the treats will be the 2003 Beaune Clos des Mouches Blanc, 2003 Beaune Clos des Mouches Red and 2002 Charmes Chambertin (not a barrel sample). In addition, we will show three wines from the Drouhins' Oregon property. All of the wines served will be available to order at very special "futures" pricing for delivery in November, 2005.
MAISON JOESPH DROUHIN
2003 Saint-Véran
2003 Chablis Domaine de Vaudon
2003 Meursault
2003 Chassagne-Montrachet
2003 Puligny-Montrachet, Les Folatières - Premier Cru
2003 Beaune Clos des Mouches Blanc - Premier Cru
 2003 Chorey Les Beaune
2003 Côte de Nuits-Villages
2003 Gevrey-Chambertin
2003 Chambolle-Musigny
2003 Beaune Clos des Mouches Rouge - Premier Cru
2002 Charmes-Chambertin - Grand Cru
DOMAINE DROUHIN OREGON
2003 Chardonnay, "Arthur"
2001 Pinot Noir
2001 Pinot Noir, "Laurène"


The cost for our "2003 BURGUNDIES" wine seminar is $39.50 per person for the member and the first guest, all inclusive; additional guest and non-member reservations are $44.50 per person. Due to the limited amount of wine being sent for the evening, we must limit this event to the first 75 reservations. We hope you will respond promptly so you will be able to attend. Full payment must accompany your reservation. No tickets are issued; you will be notified if your reservation cannot be accepted. Cancellation deadline for full refund is June 15. For information, please call the DUKE OF BOURBON at 818-341-1234.
Date:TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2005Location:WARNER CENTER MARRIOTT
21850 OXNARD STREET
WOODLAND HILLS, CALIFORNIA
Time:7:15 P.M.
Parking:In Parking Structure compliments of The Wine Association - please ask us for exit pass.(One-half mile north of the 101 Freeway at the south-east corner of Topanga Canyon and Oxnard.)
Please reserve _____ places at THE WINE ASSOCIATION's "2003 BURGUNDIES" on Tuessday, June 21, 2005, at $39.50 per person for the member and the first guest and $44.50 per person for additional guests and non-members. 
Name_________________________________________________      Enclosed is my check for:
Address______________________________________________      ___  $39.50 (1) Reservation
                                                           ___  $79.00 (2) Reservations
Telephone(s)_________________________________________      ___  Additional Reservations
If possible, I would like to be seated with                     @ $44.50 = $_________
Please make checks payable and mail to:
THE WINE ASSOCIATION, P.O. BOX 9201, CANOGA PARK, CA 91309




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