Inglenook Doubles Donation Support for Breast Cancer Research 

CONCORD, Calif., August 12, 2002 – As a sign of its ongoing commitment to help raise public awareness and find a cure for breast cancer, Inglenook Vineyards announced plans to build on the success of last year’s inaugural “Find A Cure” campaign by doubling its support for research in 2002.  During National Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, Inglenook has pledged to donate a portion of nationwide sales to breast cancer research, up to a total of $150,000.

Inglenook’s successful 2001 inaugural program generated total donations of $75,000 for national and regional breast cancer research and events.  In partnership with distributors, wine retailers, and local charities committed to the cause, the company hopes to double last year’s contributions to breast cancer research. 

Brand manager Diana Pawlik feels the “Find A Cure” campaign is especially important to Inglenook’s customers, a majority of whom are women.  “Funding for scientific research is a critical need in the search for a cure for breast cancer, and greater public awareness of the disease is the first step,” she said.  “We want to make a positive contribution to an issue that directly concerns our customers.” 

A portion of the contribution will be used to establish Scholar in Training Awards for cancer scientists in partnership with the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR).  These Inglenook Awards will enable as many as 20 top breast cancer researchers to attend the AACR Annual Meeting – the largest gathering of international cancer scientists in the world.  The Awards will give these early career scientists the opportunity to present the findings of their breast cancer research and exchange ideas with colleagues, thus accelerating the progress against this devastating disease.  The AACR, founded in 1907, is the country’s oldest and largest scientific organization dedicated to preventing and curing cancer.  The Inglenook Award recipients will be selected by a prestigious international panel of more than 200 leading cancer experts in the coming months. 

In stores, distinctive pink satin bottlenecker ribbons will alert consumers to Inglenook’s “Find A Cure” campaign.  Tied in the popular single loop style, the ribbons can be removed and worn on the lapel to show support for breast cancer research.  Banners, end caps and case cards in bright colors will also encourage consumer awareness of the fight against breast cancer.  

Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer among women in the United States.  Statistics show that one in eight women will develop breast cancer during her lifetime.  Inglenook, a Canandaigua Wine brand that sells nearly 5 million cases of wine each year, hopes to use its high visibility and large number of customers to raise public awareness of the disease and to aid in finding a cure. 

Canandaigua Wine, a division of Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ, STZ.B), is the second largest wine company in the world. Canandaigua Wine satisfies millions of consumers nationwide by providing quality wines for the enjoyment of everyday life. Canandaigua Wine produces, markets and sells more than 40 well known brands. Leading table wine brands include Alice White, Almaden, Columbia, Covey Run, Dunnewood, Inglenook, Talus and Vendange. Constellation is a leader in the production and marketing of beverage alcohol brands in North America and the United Kingdom and is a leading independent drinks wholesaler in the United Kingdom.

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