Treat for wine buffs at art fair

9:24am Wednesday 12th March 2008

Gallo Family Vineyards will be the official drinks sponsor of the Affordable Art Fair for the second successive year.

The Spring Collection, which runs from 13th to 16th March 2008 in London's Battersea Park, will feature thousands of paintings, drawings, original prints, photography and sculpture from art galleries, dealers and hot new artists. All pieces are priced between £50 and £3,000, making it a truly accessible event for connoisseurs and new collectors alike.

As part of its sponsorship, Gallo Family Vineyards will host a wine bar serving a delicious selection from its Turning Leaf, Coastal Vineyards and popular tier ranges. The bar area will provide visitors with a comfortable place to relax together and discuss the works they have seen over a glass of award-winning wine.

Visitors will also be able to enjoy free samples of Turning Leaf wine, to complement their art experience. The wines will consist of the deliciously crisp Sauvignon Blanc, the warm and peppery Zinfandel and the fruity, summery Shiraz Rosé and Pinot Noir.

Edward Ward, European Controller Brand Marketing at E&J Gallo Winery, said: "With 75 years of wine heritage behind us, we see winemaking as an art form in itself and so we are delighted to be sponsoring such an inspiring yet accessible art event like the Affordable Art Fair for the second year.

"Wine is perfect for sharing with friends and family, helping to make any occasion more memorable.

"The Gallo Family Vineyards wine bar will be a great place for people to come together, reflect on what they've seen and ponder their purchases."

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