Colorado Mountain Winefest is the fundraiser for the trade organization of grape growers and winemakers of Colorado. Thousands of wine lovers make the annual pilgrimage to Palisade to sample a growing array of Colorado wines and participate in a variety of events. 2009 events will include: Hands-on workshops Wine and food pairing events Dueling chefs Grape stomps Winery tours Winemaker competitions Chocolates and wine tasting Wine and dine experience Bicycle tour of the vineyards Shopping at artisan booths Jazz concerts The exclusive First Class Pass experience Golf and Reception at Redlands Mesa Golf Course Toast the grape harvest and raise your glass to Colorado’s finest vintages at the state’s oldest, largest and best wine festival, and the only festival held in the heart of Colorado’s wine country.