For Immediate Release:
August 15, 2008

Media Contact:
Cathy Ferreira
ferrec@miamidade.gov
305-235-1668



Enjoy fine wine, fine food, and fine art at the 7th annual "Wine on Harvest Moon"


(Miami-Dade County, FL) -- 
The Select South Florida BMW Dealers proudly present the Deering Estate Foundation’s 7th annual fall wine tasting event “Wine on Harvest Moon” at the Deering Estate at Cutler on Saturday, September 13, 2008 from 7-10 pm.

“The Essence of Spain” is an exquisite Mediterranean journey featuring fine wine, fine food and fine art under the golden light of the Harvest Moon over Biscayne Bay. Enjoy an evening that embodies Charles Deering’s legendary love and appreciation for Spain featuring:

  • Wines of Spain presented by Crown Wine & Spirits
  • Tapas prepared by a select group of Miami's Top Chefs
  • The Best of Flamenco presented by Clarita Filgueiras - Flamenco Puro
  • The official opening of the new permanent exhibit "Marycel and Tamarit" in the historic
    Stone House.

Now in its 7th year, “Wine on Harvest Moon” caters to South Florida’s connoisseurs of fine wines and delicious foods who are also strong supporters of historic preservation, natural habitat conservation and the cultural arts. Proceeds benefit the Deering Estate Foundation; a private 501(c) 3 community based Florida Corporation that serves as the advocacy support group and philanthropic arm of the Deering Estate at Cutler.

VIP Tickets for Members are $120 and for Non-members $150; General Tickets for Members are $60 and Non-members $75. Please note that this is a limited engagement. Purchase your tickets in advance by calling 305-235-1668 ext. 263.

VIP Reception 6 – 7 pm
As a VIP Ticket holder, you are invited to arrive one hour early to enjoy a special VIP Tasting with Professor Chip Cassidy, Wine Director of Crown Wine & Spirits, a culinary tour with event sommelier Marita Leonard, Ortanique on the Mile, preview the art and enjoy a special tour of Spain as seen through the eyes of Charles Deering. You will also receive preferred VIP parking and reserved VIP seating on the Stone House Court Yard for scheduled performances throughout the evening.

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The Deering Estate at Cutler, a Miami-Dade County Park, is located at 16701 SW 72 Avenue in Miami. This 444-acre natural and archaeological preserve and historic site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as a center for education, culture and recreation. During the summer, historic house tours are offered daily with admission to the Estate. Eco-tours are also offered throughout the year for an additional fee. For more information on the Deering Estate's educational and cultural programs please visit www.deeringestate.org.


 

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