WINES OF CHILE EXHIBITS AT 12TH ANNUAL WORLD OF PINOT NOIR

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WINES OF CHILE EXHIBITS AT 12TH ANNUAL WORLD OF PINOT NOIR

NEW YORK, NY (March 12, 2012) - The Wines of Chile joined in the festivities at the 12th annual World of Pinot Noir, held in Shell Beach, CA. The mission is to bring Pinot Noir producers from the most exceptional and unique regions in the world together with Pinot Noir enthusiasts for a weekend of celebration and education at the edge of California's beautiful Central Coast.
Approximately 800 Pinot Noir Aficionados, press and trade professionals attend this annual event in Shell Beach, CA.  This was the first year that Wines of Chile participated with its exciting Pinot Noirs.

Lori Tieszen, of Wines of Chile, and Fred Dexheimer, MS poured 8 wonderful pinot noirs from Chile including:

• Veranda Pinot Noir 2009, Bio Bio Valley
• Porta Pinot Noir 2009, Bio Bio Valley
• Llai Llai Pinot Noir 2010, Bio Bio Valley
• Vina Lauca Pinot Noir 2009, Maule Valley
• Kingston Family Vineyards Alazan Pinot Noir 2009, Casablanca Valley
• Santa Carolina Reserva Pinot Noir 2011, Casablanca Valley
• Ritual Reserva, by Veramonte, Pinot Noir 2010, Casablanca Valley
• Cono Sur Ocio Pinot Noir 2009, Casablanca Valley



About Wines of Chile
Wines of Chile is an organization committed to promoting the quality and image of Chilean wine throughout the world. It has offices in Santiago, London, and New York, as well as representatives in Canada, Ireland, and Denmark. WOC also works closely with ProChile to develop and offer promotional and educational programs in Asia, Latin America and Europe. Wines of Chile’s 92 member wineries belong to Vinos de Chile and represent 92% of Chile’s bottled wine exports.