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The 6th annual Grape Stomp Festival
October 3, 2015 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
A Vintage Affair hosts 6th Annual Grape Stomp Festival
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The 6th annual Grape Stomp Festival will be held on Sat., Oct. 3rd from 3-6 p.m., at O’More College of Design.
Whether your notion of grape stomping conjures up romantic images of Keanu Reeves and his love interest in the 1995 film A Walk in the Clouds, or of the iconic scene from the famous I Love Lucy “Grape Stomping” episode, those bold enough to brave the messiness are invited to experience traditional wine making as they stomp barefoot in competition against others in a tournament bracket-style competition.
The teams to collect the most juice at the end of a four-minute stomp will advance to the finals, where the top three teams will compete to be the Grape Stomp champion. Members of the winning team will receive a half of a case of wine as reward for their stomping talent. The stomp will be hosted by Buzz Brainard of The Highway SiriusXM Channel 59 and Radio Disney. Buzz is sure to add his own flare to the event.
T-shirts or creative costumes are strongly encouraged, and there will be awards for best costumes throughout the event. The cost to sponsor a team of five is $500 and up to 30 teams will be assembled. Those wishing to enjoy the event from the sidelines may purchase general admission tickets for $50.
Wine and food will be plentiful. To date participating restaurants and wineries include: Papa Boudreaux’s, Taziki’s of Downtown Franklin, Moonshine Caterers, Gina’s Stone-fired Pizza and Chuy’s, and wine from Robledo Family Winery from Sonoma, CA,. Winemakers from each of these wineries will be in town to pour many varietals of their award winning wines. Four Roses Bourbon and Ole Smoky Moonshine will all be on hand for tastings and signature cocktails.
Visit AVA’s website at www.avintageaffair.org for more details and to purchase tickets. For more information on registering your grape stomping team please contact Ashley W. Roberts at 615.351-8165.
About A Vintage Affair
A Vintage Affair is an organization whose mission is to provide significant financial contributions to various nonprofit organizations in Williamson County whose services benefit the community at large. All funds contributed to the nonprofit organizations are designated for programs to support the well-being of women and children of need. In its 15th year in the community, they have identified 15 worthy beneficiaries to support this year in honor of the anniversary. The 15-year anniversary is a major milestone for A Vintage Affair, and it really underscores the many ways the organization has directly benefitted the non-profits doing critical work in the community with women and children in need.