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MEET THE MAKERS OF SOME OF THE WORLD'S BEST-TASTING VINTAGES AT LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY'S 24TH ANNUAL WINE CLASSIC

Event Recognized by Vintners as One of the Best Consumer Tasting Events in State

August 5, 2004 –Taste California's top wines and meet the makers of some of the world's best-tasting vintages at Loyola Marymount University's 24th Annual Wine Classic on Sunday, Feb. 6, from 2-5 p.m. The event will be held in the Albert Gersten Pavilion on the LMU campus.

Considered one of the best tasting events in California, patrons will sample more than 150 wines from nearly 50 California wineries. An exclusive selection of rare wines also will be offered in a silent auction during the event.

Admission for the LMU Wine Classic is $90 per person. The event includes a complimentary wine glass and light hors d'oeuvres. All proceeds will benefit LMU student scholarships.

For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact the LMU special events department at 310.338.5278.

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