Shawangunk Wine Trail Appoints Marketing Director



Shawangunk Wine Trail appoints Debbie Gioquindo as Marketing Director. Gioquindo, a Certified Travel Counselor will focus on creating greater awareness for the Shawangunk Wine Trail to increase tourism to the region.

Gioquindo brings her experience in the travel industry as well as her experience in the advertising industry to the wine trail . She has been instrumental in creating awareness about the Hudson Valley wine region through her work as owner of Exclusive Wine Vacations. She takes on this position in addition to her duties at Exclusive Wine Vacations.

Gioquindo plans to create a monthly electronic newsletter highlighting the wineries on the wine trail along with the events the trail and wineries offer throughout the year. The Shawangunk Wine Trail Pasta Primo-Vino is the kick off event of the season. It takes place April 22 & 23, 2006 and is a benefit for the Hudson Valley Food Bank.

The Shawangunk Wine Trail is an exciting area holding much promise for the future of New York Wines. The Shawangunk Wine Trail is located 85 miles north of New York City and 72 miles south of Albany. The trail has eight member wineries and growing. You will find wine varieties from sparkling wine, French/American varietals and blends and some beautifully crafted fruit wines. The Shawangunk Wine Trail is easily accessible by the New York State Thruway at Exits 16, 17, and 18, and from Route 17 at Exit 119.





Shawangunk Wine Trail Appoints Marketing Director