Talus Cellars and Netflix Partner to Help Consumers “Wine, Dine And DVD”

LODI, Calif., June 3, 2002 – Talus Cellars, the award-winning California winery, has joined forces with Netflix, the world’s largest online DVD rental service, to make home entertaining easier and more enjoyable.  

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.

“We know our consumers are looking for new ways to entertain and enjoy life,” said Don Enos, brand manager for Talus.  “We hope this exciting partnership will encourage people to open a bottle of Talus with dinner and enjoy a movie from Netflix – with friends, family or that special someone.  Stay home tonight and Wine, Dine and DVD.”

“We are very pleased to work with Talus on the 'Wine, Dine and DVD' program,” said Leslie Kilgore, vice president of marketing at Netflix.  "By providing Netflix an in-store presence at thousands of retail grocery and specialty stores nationwide, Talus is helping introduce our popular online rental service to millions of potential customers who already appreciate the joys of a relaxing evening at home.”

Talus (www.taluscellars.com) produces delicious versions of the best-selling varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Shiraz and Zinfandel.  Talus wines are created from the finer coastal and valley appellations of California, using the blending process to produce rich, complex wines at affordable prices.  Talus is a member of the Canandaigua Wine family.

Launched in 1998, Netflix (Nasdaq: NFLX) is the world's largest online DVD rental service, with more than 600,000 subscribers and a comprehensive library of over 11,500 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.   Based in Los Gatos, California, 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.

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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