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1991 Convention, Virginia
APRIL 11-14
THE WESTPARK HOTEL
ROSSLYN, VA
3:00 p.m. REGISTRATION AT THE WESTPARK
3:00-4:30 p.m. BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING Dogwood Room
6:40 p.m. Bus leaves the hotel
7:00-9:00 p.m. OPENING RECEPTION at the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, Washington DC*
The 1991 convention will commence with a reception featuring wines from all eleven wine growing areas of Germany. In addition, a sekt and a wine from eastern Germany will be presented. A light buffet will be served.
Friday, April 12 1991
8:30 a.m. BREAKFAST IN THE PROMENADE *
10:00 a.m.-Noon NAHE/BADEN/FRANKEN TASTING *
Conducted by: Peter M.F. Sichel Rosslyn Ballroom
Continuing the series of regional tastings at the Annual Convention, the focus will be on three wine regions little known in the USA.
Noon-2:30 p.m. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE LUNCHEON
(Board of Directors and Chapter Chairpersons)
Shenandoah C Room
2:30-4:30 p.m. WINE AND FOOD WORKSHOP
Moderators: Dieter Kaminski, Helmut Jung, Fred Williams & Paul Krupenie
Rosslyn Ballroom
Sample a variety of sauces and wines under the guidance of an international panel.
Afternoon WINE STORE TOURS
Co-ordinator: Tom O’Shaugnessy
Take advantage of many special offers and discounts from selected Washington retailers.
5:30 p.m. Transportation leaves the hotel
6:00-9:00 p.m. POTOMAC CRUISE aboard the ‘ADMIRAL TILP’
with wines from the “RIVERS OF GERMANY” Conducted by: Helmut Jung
The floodlit monuments of the Nation’s Capital and German Wine, what a perfect combination! Finger food will be served.
Saturday, April 13 1991
8:30 a.m. BREAKFAST IN THE PROMENADE *
10:00 a.m.-Noon 1989 VINTAGE TASTING *
Conducted by: Terry Theise
Rosslyn Ballroom
A review of some of the best wines from the greatest vintage in recent memory with renowned importer Terry Theise.
Noon-2:30 p.m. BUSINESS MEETING AND LUNCHEON FOLLOWED BY THE CHAPTER ADMINISTRATION WORKSHOP
Shenandoah AB Rooms
All members are urged to attend even if not partaking of the optional luncheon.
2:30-5:00 p.m. TEAM TASTING COMPETITION
Moderators: Helmut lung and Christie Marrian
Rosslyn Ballroom
A tasting competition … with a difference. Test your wine knowledge on seven wines and have a great time. Team size is not critical!
3:00-4:30 p.m. ‘TRINK VERGNÜGEN’
Moderator: Hanne Caraher
Shenandoah C Room
An illustrated guide to those pesky German wine names and expressions!
7:00 p.m. RECEPTION AND ANNUAL BANQUET *
Vantage Point, 17th floor
A ‘Kabinett & Sekt’ reception will precede the lavish banquet. Savour local delicacies carefully matched to wines shipped from Germany especially for the occasion. The rooftop setting gives spectacular views over Georgetown and Washington DC. Black Tie optional.
Sunday, April 14 1991
9.00-11.00 a.m. ‘FAREWELL’ SEKT BRUNCH
Conducted by: Dieter Kaminski
Shenandoah AB
Make plans to attend the 1992 convention and sample some of Germany’s finest sparkling wines.
11:00 a.m. Transportation departs for Linden Vineyards
Noon WINERY TOUR AND GOURMET PICNIC
Co-ordinator: Carol Watkins
Visit one of Virginia’s most innovative vineyards with owners/winemakers, Jim and Peggy Law.
4:00 p.m. Return from Linden Vineyards
Events indicated with * are included in the Convention Package
The Board of Directors of the German Wine Society greatly appreciates the contributions of the following people and organizations towards the success of our convention:
The Deutsches Weininstitut, Mainz
The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, Washington DC
Deinhard & Company, Koblenz
Peter M.F. Sichel
Dieter Kaminski
Terry Theise
Tisa Meer and the Staff of the Westpark Hotel, Rosslyn VA
Christie Marrian & Members of the Capital Chapter of the German Wine Society.