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G rammy-nominated saxophon- ist Dave Koz and Whole Foods Market are making beautiful music and benefi ting the Starlight Foundation thanks to a rare partner- ship with Napa's Vinum Cellars. The President of Whole Foods Mar- kets for the Southern Pacifi c region, Patrick Bradley, is a musician (key- boardist) himself and a longtime fan of Koz. Hearing Dave speak about his wine project and the Starlight Founda- tion in 2008, Bradley told Koz that if he ever wanted help distributing his wines, Whole Foods would be happy to provide support. A partnership was born the very next year. Whole Foods has worked in this manner before, and KOZ Wines has represented a truly active partnership, from researching vineyards and tast- ing wines, to package development, shipping and marketing. Chris Con- dos of Napa Valley's boutique winery Vinum Cellars was ultimately selected as winemaker, due in large part to an openness, creativity and passion seen as critical in this collaboration. Today, KOZ Wines are available at all Southern California Whole Foods Market locations in addition to those in Nevada and Arizona. KOZ currently features a 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon and 2008 Sauvignon Blanc, both from Napa Valley, as well as a 2007 Red Alto blend from El Dorado. "Wine is especially appropriate at holiday time, both for meals and entertainment, in addition to serv- ing as an ideal hostess gift or holiday present with true character," notes Bradley. "The fact that proceeds from KOZ Wines also benefi t the Starlight Foundation for seriously ill children and their families makes this gift the ultimate holiday expression." "That this project directly benefi ts Starlight, my longtime charity, makes it all worth the effort—and the folks at Starlight are just thrilled to have the support," comments Koz. "I have loved wine almost as long as I have loved music. KOZ Wines allows me to bring both of those passions to the forefront." Whole Foods Market has erected special KOZ Wine–themed dis- plays in stores throughout the South- ern Pacifi c region in support. KOZ Wines 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley ($29.99) 2008 Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley ($16.99) 2007 Red Alto Blend, El Dorado County ($16.99) KOZ Wines and Whole Foods Market form a rare partnership from a shared love of music and a passion for charity O Buzzword Solution Creating Original Teddy Bears For World Class Brands Since 1985 Congratulations to The Cheesecake Factory, Russell Greene, and the Beverage and Bakery Team on their Lifetime Achievement Award! herringtonteddybears.com • 949-727-9482 -Chris Herrington We proudly celebrate 25 Years of partnership with The Cheesecake Factory as supplier of uniforms, retail, and plush toy products. their Lifetime Achievement Award! -Chris Herrington We proudly celebrate 25 Years of partnership with The Cheesecake Factory as supplier of uniforms, retail, and plush toy products. Making Music Together Patrick Bradley, President of Whole Foods Market for the Southern Pacifi c region (left), with Grammy-nominated saxophonist Dave Koz. PHOTO: CATHY TWIGG-BLUMEL