Woodinville, Wash. – Meet winemakers and taste rieslings from three continents at the Riesling Rendezvous Grand Tasting Sunday, July 27.  Hosted by Chateau Ste. Michelle, the leading North American Riesling producer and Dr. Loosen, the famed German Riesling estate, the Grand Tasting will be held on the grounds of Chateau Ste. Michelle in Woodinville from 5-8 p.m. Winemakers from Germany, Alsace, Austria, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Michigan, Washington, Oregon, California and New York will be on hand to celebrate the versatility and enjoyment of Riesling.  In addition to showcasing their finest Rieslings, many winemakers will bring a “surprise wine” from their winery to share.  Appetizer pairings will be offered by Chateau Ste. Michelle Executive Chef Janet Hedstrom and Lisa Dupar Catering.

To purchase tickets for the Riesling Rendezvous Grand Tasting, go to ste-michelle.com/riesling.  Tickets are $50.  (Attendance is limited to ages 21 and older.)

In addition, several Seattle, Kirkland and Woodinville area restaurants will join in the Riesling celebration for the Riesling Rendezvous Restaurant Dine Around on the evening of Monday, July 28th.  Participating restaurants will feature special Riesling winemaker dinners and pair Riesling with Northwest cuisine to showcase Riesling’s great versatility with food.  For restaurant locations and reservation information, visit ste-michelle.com/riesling.