Talus Cellars and Netflix Offer a Classic Wine and Movie Lineup

LODI, Calif., August 20, 2002 – Tired of summer re-runs on TV?  Talus Cellars, the award-winning California winery, and Netflix, the world’s largest online DVD rental service, have teamed-up to offer the perfect wine and movie pairings for an enjoyable evening at home.

The two companies have formed a two-year partnership to encourage people to “Wine, Dine and DVD,” by offering a two-week trial membership to Netflix when they pick-up a bottle of popular Talus wines.  Talus produces rich, complex wines made for everyday enjoyment from the finer coastal and valley appellations of California.  The goal of the partnership is to make home entertaining easier and more enjoyable.

Talus (www.taluscellars.com) and Netflix (www.netflix.com) recommend the perfect Talus wine to complement this classic movie lineup selected by Netflix’s own Mr. DVD: 

•  Cabernet Sauvignon – The full-bodied, classic taste of Cabernet Sauvignon is just right for the classic film “The Godfather.”
•   Merlot – With Merlot and pizza making a good match, give “Mystic Pizza” a try and watch Julia Roberts find her match. 
•  Pinot Noir – The complex flavors and lingering finish of Pinot Noir go well with a sexy film noir like “Body Heat” or “North by Northwest.”
• Shiraz – Since Shiraz invokes images of Australia, try “Strictly Ballroom,” an exciting Australian romance from Baz Luhrmann.
• Zinfandel – Smooth and Californian; try Steve Martin's “L.A. Story,” or “The Player.” 
• Chardonnay – The forward fruit aromas of our Chardonnay are just right for the America-meets-Europe romance between Ethan Hawke and July Delpy in “Before Sunrise.”
• Pinot Grigio – “Big Night,” a sumptuous celebration of Italian food, high spirits and family love complement this Pinot Grigio.

Launched in 1998, Netflix (Nasdaq: NFLX) is the world's largest online DVD rental service, with more than 670,000 subscribers and a comprehensive library of over 12,000 titles.  For $19.95 a month, Netflix subscribers can view as many DVDs as they want and keep the movies for as long as they like.  There are no due dates and no late fees.  DVDs are delivered directly to the subscriber's address by first-class mail from 11 regional distribution centers throughout the United States.  The company also provides background information on DVD releases, including reviews, member reviews and ratings, and personalized movie recommendations.  For more information on the company, visit www.netflix.com.

 Talus is made by Canandaigua Wine, a division of Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ, STZ.B), which 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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