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CRUSHING IT
alling
all wine
lovers
to take
part in
the University of
San Diego’s 10th
Anniversary Wine
Classic, an annual
summer event that pairs wine enthusiasts with USD’s family of
wineries for a spectacular event on campus, while raising money
to support the Alumni Endowed Scholarship Fund.
The University of San Diego Celebrates
Its 10th Anniversary Wine Classic
The event, scheduled for July 14-15, will feature some popular
favorite events, as well as some new elements. The weekend will
kick off at 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 14, with a Vintners Dinner, an
intimate dining experience featuring a four-course meal with wine
pairings at USD’s La Gran Terraza.
Sunday’s festivities will start with a VIP Crush Reception at 12:30
p.m., an exclusive opportunity to mingle with participating wineries
prior to the Wine Classic. At 2 p.m., more than 700 guests will
gather behind the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice, at
the Garden of the Sea overlooking Mission Bay. The afternoon’s
festivities include live music, gourmet food stations and a unique
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silent auction
featuring many
wine-related
items, including
magnums, tasting
experiences,
sailing adventures
and more.
Guests will learn about wines that are poured directly by the
owners or winemakers from more than 25 wineries - each
owned or managed by USD alumni, parents or friends. They
will also have the opportunity to purchase some limited-edition
commemorative items, pull a bottle of wine from the Wine Wall,
or enter the raffle for a chance to win a luxury getaway in the
heart of California wine country.
Proceeds from all opportunities support the Alumni Endowed
Scholarship Fund, which was established in 2006. Since its
inception, the Wine Classic has raised $450,000 to support
that scholarship fund, which is vital at USD where seven out of
every 10 students rely on scholarships or other forms of financial
assistance.
To learn more or to purchase tickets, go to
www.sandiego.edu/wineclassic.