Producer of Premium Pinot Noir and Italian Style Wines

Producer of Premium Pinot Noir and Italian Style Wines

APOLLONI VINEYARDS

Producer of Premium Pinot Noir and Italian Style Wines

14135 NW Timmerman Road

Forest Grove, Oregon 97116

N E W S R E L E A S EContact:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASELaura Gordon, Director of Sales and Marketing

April 22, 2013503-307-3250

APOLLONI VINEYARDS ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING OF

NEW TUSCAN-INSPIRED WINE CAVE

(Forest Grove, Oregon) --Apolloni Vineyards, producer of premium Pinot Noir and Italian style wines in the north end of the Willamette Valley, is pleased to announce the grand opening of a new underground barrel cave to the public onSaturday,May 11, 2013.

The cave is located adjacent to the Apolloni Vineyards winery and tasting room in Forest Grove. The underground facility can store up to 400 barrels for aging the winery’s red varietals under naturally moderated, ideal temperature and humidity conditions. The cave relies on 100% passive geothermal regulation to maintain optimalbarrel storage temperature and high relative humidity. This allows for barrel aging with minimal intervention, reducing ullage and oxidation. The barrel cave's architecture includes a Tuscan-inspired arched ceiling and stucco finish, and traditional wooden doors with custom iron strapping. The cave reflects those of the Apolloni family’s villa and vineyards in Italy, south of Venice.

At the grand opening event on Saturday, May11th from 4-7pm, guests will enjoy a special tasting featuring an exclusive selection of library wines, with vintages dating back to 2002. In fitting with the celebration, Italian appetizers, gourmet cheeses and charcuterie will also be served. The cost is $20 per person. The limited library wines will also be available for purchase, as well as additional case discount pricing on Saturday only.

“We are thrilled to have this new facility to allow us to further improve our winemaking process,as wellas to showcase our wines to our friends and fellow wine enthusiasts,” said Alfredo Apolloni, winemaker and owner. “We invite everyone to come out for our grand opening and join in our celebration of the new cave.”

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Apolloni Vineyards Press Release

April 22, 2013

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Apolloni Vineyards is located at 14135 NW Timmerman Road (Hwy 6 @ Milepost 44), in Forest Grove. For more information and directions please visit or call 503.359.3606.

ABOUT APOLLONI VINEYARDS: Established in 1999, Apolloni Vineyards is a family-owned vineyard and winery. Part of the Willamette Valley AVA, the location provides superb microclimate soil,perfect for the cultivation of grapes for premium red and white wines. Totaling just over 90 acres, the vineyard site includes 30 acres of Pinot Noir, 15 acres of white varietals (Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay), one acre of Sangiovese and Nebbioloas well as pear and hazelnut orchards. The vineyards are certified sustainable by the Oregon LIVE Viticulture and Salmon Safe programs. Apolloni also producesMerlot,Cabernet Sauvignon, Viognier, Rosé and sparkling wine, as well as a Super Tuscan blend.

Alfredo Apolloni developed his passion for winemaking as a young man, working at the family vineyard in Fano, Italy. His Italian roots have a strong influence on his winemaking style and attention to detail. The wines of Apolloni Vineyards represent the best of old world Italian tradition, brought to the soil of Oregon,representing aquality of excellence in viticulture.Alfredo, his wife Laurine and their three children share in this family adventure.

Apolloni Vineyards is located at 14135 NW Timmerman Road (Hwy 6 @Milepost 44), Forest Grove, Oregon. For more information and directions please visit or call 503.359.3606. The tasting room is open Thursday – Monday, 11:00 AM to 5 PM.

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