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RMA GUEST EVENTS

In addition to the annual golf tournament, several special guest events are offered this year with the focus on the Napa Valley 's prominence in the worlds of wine production and the culinary arts. All event participants must be registered for the convention. The convention registration fee does not cover guest events, which each have a separate fee (see registration form). Onsite registration for guest events will be subject to space available.

Event refund policy: To be eligible for an event refund, cancellation notices must be received in writing. A full refund minus $25 for administrative costs will be made for cancellation notices received before June 21, 2008. No refunds will be made for cancellation notices received after June 21, 2008. Events have minimum and maximum signups. RMA reserves the right to cancel an event; full refunds will be made for events cancelled by RMA.

Sunday Afternoon in Wine Country
Date: Sunday, June 22, 2008
Time: 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Fee: $80 per person

Clos Pegase Winery – You will first arrive at “ the intersection of wine and art.” In the mid 1980s, a new wine estate set out to build something more than a roof and walls, incorporating the majesty of its natural setting and providing a showcase for an extensive art collection. The spectacular structures created by Princeton architect Michael Graves and the surrounding sculpture garden have been hailed as " America 's first monument to wine and art." Home also to 20,000 square feet of aging caves carved deep into a rock knoll, as well as a renowned Cave Theater, Clos Pegase has a fascinating story and a wine style which is “most of all, about the balance of sophisticated elegance and inviting food-friendliness.”

Mumm Napa – The allure of sparkling wine awaits you at the elegant Mumm Napa winery, where you will gain an appreciation of its customs and process – as well as enjoy what Wine Enthusiast Magazine has called " one of the best tasting experiences in America ." Along with the world's best sparkling wines, Mumm Napa wines are made using a complex process called méthode traditionelle, originated in Champagne over a century ago. While sparkling wine is often served at the beginning of a meal or with dessert, it can complement an entire meal. Enhance your wine education as well as enjoy a gracious setting and fine sparkling wine on your visit to Mumm Napa.

Please note: This event is not available to anyone under the age of 21. The fee includes transportation to Clos Pegase and Mumm Napa, tours and tastings.

Cooking Event at the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone

Date: Monday, June 23, 2008
Time: 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $160

The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) is the world's premier culinary college. You will visit
CIA at Greystone, the beautiful California campus located in the Napa Valley for an exclusive , interactive cooking demonstration, with wine, of course. Learn the basis of making a fabulous Pesto using a mortar and pestle with ingredients such as garlic paste, chopped herbs, grated cheese, olive oil, lemon juice or zest, salt and pepper. While you will produce your own perfect Pesto, the chef will demonstrate the proper technique for making a traditional version, and will create fresh risotto as an accompaniment. Enjoy wine that perfectly compliments your epicurean creation as well as a lesson on the proper pairing of food and wine with the Institute's Sommelier. Don't miss this opportunity for a once in a lifetime culinary experience.

Please note: The fee includes a sample of each demonstrated item with recipes, a mortar and pestle gift set, and a pairing of two glasses of wine. (The consumption of alcohol is limited to persons 21 years of age and older).

RMA Annual Golf Tournament

Date: Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Time: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Fee: $250 per person
Golf Rental Clubs: $65

RMA's annual golf tournament is a four-person scramble with a shotgun start format. This year's tournament will be at the Silverado Golf South Course, one of Napa Valley's premier courses. The 6,685-yard course designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. challenges golfers with side-hill lies and more than a dozen water crossings. For more information click here.

Please note: This event is limited to the first 144 guests to sign up. The fee includes lunch; green fees and cart; beverages and snacks on the course, golf bag pull; tournament fees and awards.

Trefethen Family Vineyards Tour and Tasting
Date: Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Time: 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $40 per person

Trefethen – “One Family. One Estate. One Passion.” One of Napa Valley 's few remaining family wine estates, Trefethen Vineyards has never purchased a single outside grape. Celebrating 40 years of winemaking, Trefethen Vineyards produces internationally renowned, 100 percent Estate Grown Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Riesling and Cabernet Franc.  A 19th century historic winery is the centerpiece of the 600-acre estate located in the Oak Knoll District at the southern end of the Napa Valley . Enjoy a Riesling tasting in the vineyard and join Head Winemaker Peter Luthi for a tasting of select reserve wines on the winery's historic second floor. This is a unique visit to a very special place.

Please note: This event is not suitable for anyone under the age of 21. The fee includes transportation to Trefethen, tour and tasting.

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