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Society of Wine Educators 36th Annual Conference July 25-27, 2012 2012 Seminar Highlights: • Barrel Maturation of Wine: The Art and Science, presented by Stephen Ghiglieri • Captivating Chile, Amazing Argentina, presented by Sharron McCarthy, CSW • Teaching Burgundy & Making it Fun, presented by Don Kinnan, CSS, CWE and Missi Holle, CSS, CSW • Fishing for Wine Pairings, presented by Jerry Comfort, CSW, CWE J oin the Society of Wine Educators this summer for a stunning array of sessions, covering beverages from wine and spirits to sake, beer and water. Held in San Mateo, just south of San Francisco, there will also be special winery tours the day before (Santa Cruz Mountains Winery Showcase) and the day after the Conference (Sonoma County Pinot Noir). Exams will be given for: Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW), Certified Specialist of Spirits (CSS), Certified Wine Educator (CWE) and the new Beverage Specialist Certificate. Then immerse yourself in tastings and lectures on the wines and spirits of France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Chile, Scotland and the US. Kick back and relax at evening events, such as "Bubbles Brews, Bourbons & Blues" or the "Spirited Soirée." Accommodations: The Marriott Hotel — San Mateo, California 650-653-6000 For additional information or to register: http://www.societyofwineeducators.org/conference.php or Andrew Knerr, Events Manager, aknerr@societyofwineeducators.org The SWE Conference offers a unique opportunity to attain and share knowledge, while networking with professionals all across the globe