Thursday, June 5, 2008

The Participating Wineries

RW International was joined by over 18 participating wineries from around the world - welcoming major Winemakers, Managing Directors and Export Managers on the booth to meet with various media outlets, trade and F&B visitors.

The booth was never silent!

The following wineries were participating - further information on their history and wines can be found on RW's website: http://www.redandwhite.net/ or via their websites by clicking on their logos.

Capannelle - Tuscany

Established in 1975, Capannelle are one of the exclusive and top classified wine producers in Chianti(located in Gaiole – the heart of Tuscany). They are recognized by connoisseurs for the exceptional quality of their wines. www.capannelle.com

Champagne Devaux - Champagne Founded in 1846, the Champagne of Devaux was taken over by Madame Auguste Devaux, one of Champagne’s great characters who ran their companies with as much energy as skill. The company was renamed “Maison Veuve A.Devaux” upon her death. www.champagne-devaux.fr

Forrest Estate - Marlborough

Forrest Estate produces classic New Zealand wines. Since its first vintage in 1990, John and Brigid Forrest have carved out a high reputation for their powerfully flavored, appetizingly crisp whites and perfumed, rich concentrated reds. www.forrest.co.nz

Francis Ford Coppola Presents 'Rosso & Bianco' - Sonoma The Francis Ford Coppola Presents as a company represents the innovation of its founder: Francis Ford Coppola. Some of the very successful projects under the umbrella of FFCP have been resorts, restaurants, magazines. The Francis Ford Coppola Presents Rosso & Bianco Winery is located in Sonoma, and offers 5 different labels of wines: Director’s Cut, Francis Coppola Reserve, Diamond Collection, Rosso & Bianco and Sofia (a sparkling wine). www.ffcpresents.com

Geografico - Tuscany The vineyards of the 200 growers of the Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico are located in the most prestigious Tuscan production zones. They total 571 hectares of which 486 hectares are registered as DOCG. Along with Sangiovese, there are other indigenous vines that contribute characteristic aromas and flavors to the wines. www.chiantigeografico.it

Georges Duboeuf - Beaujolais Duboeuf and Beaujolais are something of a love story; a story about the happy marriage between the Duboeuf family and the fruits of the Beaujolais soil. With annual sales of 30 million bottles, Georges Duboeuf is one of France's largest and best-known wine merchants. www.duboeuf.com\

Gianni Gagliardo - Piemonte Originally started by his father-in-law Paulin Colla in the 1950’s, Gianni Gagliardo joined the winery in 1974. Today, he carries on the family tradition, running the estate with his 3 sons. With a production of 25,000 cases, and a majority of the grapes coming from single vineyards, Gianni Gagliardo uses a contemporary winemaking approach to produce hand-crafted wines. www.gagliardo.it

Hob Nob - South of France HOB NOB is an exciting new wine brand and lifestyle concept, backed by one of the largest and most innovative wineries in the world. Personifying a “social-style” and appeal found in today’s young adult society, the range was developed following extensive qualitative and quantitative research in the United States. HOB NOB Range has a new world style, appealing to young, modern wine consumers, while over delivering value with sharp, distinctive package and high quality taste. http://www.hobnobwines.com/

Marques de Murrieta - Rioja Marqués de Murrieta is a winery where traditional and modern techniques are combined to achieve the highest quality wines possible. The white wines of Marqués de Murrieta are well-known for their rich nutty flavour, balanced by vivid fruit and acidity, whilst the reds have a noticeable power, acidity and pronounced colour in their youth, becoming mellow and delicate in their old age. www.marquesdemurrieta.com