----The Paso
Robles Vintners and Growers Association (PRVGA) honored Deborah and
Justin Baldwin, co-proprietors of JUSTIN Vineyards + Winery, as the
2004 Wine Industry Persons of the Year during the organization 's
thirteenth annual Vintners and Growers Ball held Friday night (Feb. Each was presented with a
plaque thanking them for their leadership over the past two years. The 200 horse equestrian
center, Garrod Farms Riding Stables, offers horseback riding daily on
trails with panoramic views of Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay.

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After both overcoming personal challenges last year, the Baldwins
hosted the first annual JUSTIN "Harvest for Hope and Harmony Gala ," to
support the American Cancer Society.5% state tax credit, third is a 10%
federal tax credit , and fourth is a five year accelerated depreciation
schedule that applies to the system.

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at the Park Ballroom in downtown Paso Robles.

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Additionally, the 2002
vintage, bottled this year, will feature the first new Chateau
Montelena Estate wine label produced since 1974. The winery was completed in
1987, which marked their first crush using 100% estate JUSTIN wines. Completing the wine country
experience, JUSTIN Vineyards + Winery opened their tasting room in
1989 and in 1991 opened a three-room country inn call the JUST-Inn.

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Paying tribute on behalf of the County of San
Luis Obispo was Supervisor Harry Ovitt, who presented the couple with
an official Resolution.

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About Auction Napa Valley

Established in 1980, and with total auction grants of over $52
million, Auction Napa Valley (formally called the Napa Valley Wine
Auction) is considered the world's most successful charity wine
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Saratoga Mayor Kathleen King officiated, and was joined by over 100 local
dignitaries, visitors, wine aficionados and equestrians .

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Renowned Winery to Donate Complete Span of
Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignons to Commemorate
25th Anniversary of Charitable Auction Napa Valley

Premier Calistoga-based winery Chateau Montelena will donate 25
three-liter and 25, 750-milliliter bottles to Auction Napa Valley
(formerly called the Napa Valley Wine Auction), the world's most
successful charity wine event.
At the forefront of the Baldwins' philosophy is a desire for their
wines to be entirely estate grown, produced and bottled and to remain
a family business with a reputation for being the leading boutique
producer of premium wines in Paso Robles and on the Central Coast .

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"We see this auction lot as a unique piece of
Napa Valley history.J.

About Chateau Montelena

Established in 1882, Calistoga-based Chateau Montelena is credited
for helping California wine earn worldwide recognition.

About Cooper-Garrod

Cooper-Garrod is a family owned and operated 28-acre estate vineyard and
winery specializing in the Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon,
Syrah, and Viognier varietals, as well as a Bordeaux-style blend.

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The lot includes one bottle, in each
size, of Montelena Estate Cabernet from 1978 through 2002,
representing every vintage bottled from The Montelena Estate Vineyard.

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The couple's community
leadership and vision for promoting Paso Robles Wine Country
attributes to their outstanding industry service."
The Baldwins are involved in many aspects of the organization's
promotional efforts.
For more information about JUSTIN Vineyards + Winery go to
www. The 96 rooftop solar modules
will replace the equivalent 22,000 kwh of energy previously bought from
PG&E each year.

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Deborah and Justin Baldwin Honored 2004 Wine Industry Persons of the Year

Paso Robles Mayor Frank Mecham honored the Baldwins on behalf of
the City of Paso Robles.
The winery produces approximately 45,000 cases, making JUSTIN wines
available in 48 states and 13 countries.justinwine.

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These incentives combined to provide
an 18% rate of return on the system with a $73,000 Net Present Value, and a
payback in fewer than 5 years.

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The lot is the only known vertical of its
kind outside the winery. The couple was also influential in developing the
2005 Grand Tasting Tour, a four-city national marketing tour promoting
Paso Robles Wine Country , which kicks off on March 9 in New Orleans.

Malani Anderson -- Turley Wine Cellars -- served as Winery
Chair

Dover Canyon Winery -- served as Zinfandel
Festival Chair

Rob Murray -- Red Hills Vineyard -- served as Grower Chair

The 2005 board members representing the industry's grower and
winery members and executive team were announced. As
California's fastest -growing wine region, the 40-mile territory
encompasses 25,000 vineyard acres and nearly 90 wineries .

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A shared dream of producing fine wine and
living a quality lifestyle was the inspiration for JUSTIN Vineyards +
Winery.

Total cost of the system was approximately $120,000. The 17
kw system installed at the Vineyard will eliminate 1,140 tons of carbon
dioxide emission over the system's 50 year lifespan.

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It is expected that
Chateau Montelena's wine-only entry will command a winning bid in
excess of $100,000. -- Chair

-- Dennis Collins -- Big Red Vineyard -- Vice Chair

-- Jon Cagliero -- Cagliero Vineyards -- Secretary/Treasurer

-- Deborah Baldwin -- JUSTIN Vineyards + Winery -- Marketing
Co-Chair

-- Don Brady -- Robert Hall Winery -- Winery Co -Chair

-- Dana Merrill -- Pomar Junction Vineyards -- Grower Co-Chair

-- Jerry Reaugh -- Sereno Vista Vineyards -- Grower Co-Chair

-- Gary Stemper -- Eagle Castle winery -- Winery Co-Chair

-- Chris Vix -- EOS Estate Winery -- Marketing Co-Chair

JUSTIN Vineyards + Winery Background

The Baldwins began their family-owned wine business with the
purchase if 160 acres of land in the Adelaide Valley located 15 miles
west of Paso Robles in 1981. For more information , visit www. The system is wired into the facility's existing electric
service so that their electric meter actually runs backwards on sunny days. And at the
current level of state solar incentives , these systems are also a terrific
financial investment," added Cinnamon.

"We are a family run business and will be producing wine on these hills for
many years to come," said Bill Cooper , Production Manager and Sales
Director.

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Professional photographer M. This year, Auction Napa Valley celebrates its 25th
anniversary.

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Paso Robles Wine Country is centrally located between San
Francisco and Los Angeles along California's Central Coast. Offsetting this cost
are four large financial incentives for businesses that install solar
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This year, the Auction Napa Valley will showcase its live bidding
auction on June 4th in Napa.
Guests can also experience the combination of great food and JUSTIN
wines at Deborah's Room located in the hospitality center.
Cooper -Garrod Vineyards officially
commissioned its solar power system at a ceremony yesterday, the second
Santa Cruz Mountains winery to install an Akeena Solar system in a year. "Long-term sustainability with our environment was a key
decision factor for us. And the fact that this environmental commitment
has increased the retail interest in our wines is a terrific benefit,"
added Cooper.

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In addition to the Baldwins' announcement, the evening program
recognized PRVGA outgoing board members.
Justin and Deborah live on the vineyard along with their children,
Evan and Morgane, and their dogs, Sunny and Zamboni. Located
above the village of Saratoga on unirrigated hillsides in the eastern Santa
Cruz Mountains, the vineyards capitalize on the sunny days, moderate
nights, and long growing season which bring this appellation due
recognition for world class wine production. First is a rebate from the California
Energy Commission, second is a 7. Producing power on site with a solar
electric system benefits both the environment and local power grid.

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The winery has been owned and operated by the
Barrett Family since 1972. "Their passion for Paso Robles Wine Country and
commitment to quality wine production are important as our industry
grows. Wineries, like homes, are perfect for solar power. Now, when I look at our meter running backwards
-- even on cloudy days like today -- I just wish we would have installed
the system sooner," added Garrod.
Akeena is a member of the Silicon Valley Leadership Group, Solar Energy
Industries Association, Northeast Solar Energy Association, Northern
California Solar Energy Association and California Solar Energy Industries
Association.

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In 1976,
Chateau Montelena was one of two Napa wineries to come out on top in a
blind tasting held for a who's-who of the French wine and food
establishment gathered at the Inter-Continental Hotel in Paris.

-- Neil Roberts -- Viticulture Management, Inc. Currently 72 acres are planted to vines of Cabernet Sauvignon,
Cabernet Franc, Merlot and limited acreage of Burgundian-style
Chardonnay .

The 17 kilowatt system is used to run the tasting room, wine offices,
stable offices and riding-arena lighting.akeena.html.

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The collection commemorates both the 25th anniversary of Auction Napa
Valley as well as the 25th vintage of Montelena Estate Cabernet
Sauvignon, the 2002 vintage ."
The auction lot, which is one of only 57 available for live
bidding at the world-renowned Napa auction, includes Chateau
Montelena's 1978 Centennial Vintage that was released in 1982 to
celebrate the 100th anniversary of the winery.
"Justin and Deborah have been instrumental in guiding the industry
as we strengthen our marketing efforts nationally," said Neil Roberts,
chairman of PRVGA and executive vice president of Viticulture
Management, Inc. Additionally, Syrah, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo and Orange
Muscat add to the estate vineyard program.pasowine.

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Environmental Benefits

California vineyards are making great strides towards environmental
stewardship and social responsibility. The goal is to produce the finest
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"Auction Napa Valley has been helping the community for 25 years
and, as a part of that community, we wanted to honor this legendary
event by sharing something from our own wine heritage," said Montelena
Vintner Jim Barrett. Coordinated by community volunteers, as well as the Napa
Valley Vintners (NVV) association, the 2005 Auction Napa Valley will
commence on June 3rd with a wine festival, followed by live auction
events on June 4th.
In addition to their commitment to the wine industry, the Baldwins
give back to many worthy causes locally , regionally and nationally. With a
greater day-to-night temperature swing than any other appellation in
California, Paso Robles is an optimal area for producing more than 15
wine varieties.
"Fortunately , farsighted businesses such as Cooper-Garrod Vineyards
realized that they can help solve these problems by generating their own
power.
Up-to-the-minute power production from the system can be viewed at
http://www.

"We have been talking to Akeena Solar about this system since 2002," said
Jan Garrod, Vineyard Master.

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Chateau Montelena to Auction 25-Year Vertical of Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

Wickham, who has been capturing
wine and vineyard images in the wine country for over 22 years , is
producing two collector prints of the Montelena Estate Cabernet
collection, one to be included in the auction lot, the other to be
displayed at the winery.
Chateau Montelena produces Chardonnay , Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel
and Riesling varietals. From hosting trade, media and consumers at their
new ISOSCELES Center to participating in the PRVGA Wine Festival and
Paso Robles Wine University , the Baldwins have helped lead the
recognition of Paso Robles Wine Country nationally and
internationally .

"Oil hit a record price of $57 per barrel this week, worldwide reserves of
fossil fuels continue to decline and California is woefully short of new
power generating capacity," said Barry Cinnamon , President of Akeena Solar.

Founded in 2001, Akeena Solar's philosophy is simple: we believe that
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