MIAMI INTERNATIONAL WINE FAIR ANNOUNCES NEW DATES AND LOCATION FOR 2003

The largest wine trade and consumer show in Florida will be held at the James L. Knight Center (Downtown Miami adjacent to Brickell Avenue) on October 2-4, 2003.

The 2003 Miami International Wine Fair will be held at the James L. Knight Center (PRWEB) April 18, 2003 -4, 2003. The new dates will facilitate local importers and distributors participation before their fourth quarter mayhem begins. Simultaneously, it will allow exhibitors to reach professional buyers and consumers in time for Thanksgiving and New Year celebrations.

We expect the Miami International Wine Fair to become the largest wine shopping experience in the Americas," said David Bernad, MIWFs General Manager. Not only are we committed to attracting buyers from Florida, the Caribbean and Latin America, but also to offering Floridas consumers the opportunity to learn, taste and shop from the largest selection ever, all under the same roof and at unbeatable prices".

Miamis 2nd Annual International Wine Fair will open exclusively to the wine trade and media on Thursday, October 2nd from 11AM to 5PM. On Friday and Saturday the Grand Tasting Floor will also be open to the general public.

Over 1,000 wines from nearly 400 wineries in 20 countries will be available for attendees to taste paired with exquisite gourmet delicacies prepared by South Floridas finest chefs. A comprehensive program of industry seminars and educational tastings for restaurateurs and consumers alike will run parallel to the Grand Tastings of Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Other amenities in the program will include a VIP room showcasing wines retailing at over $100 paired with unique culinary samples, a Cigar & Brandy Lounge, a Saturday brunch and special wine-maker dinners before, during and after the Fair.

Qualified wine producers with or without representation in Florida, US importers and Florida distributors interested in exhibiting can register now and obtain a $200 discount before May 15, 2003. To learn more about the Miami International Wine Fair and whether or not your business may qualify to exhibit, contact the Fair organizers at 1-305-777-2255 or via email at info@miamiwinefair.com. You may also visit the Wine Fairs website at www.miamiwinefair.com.