Parkinson's Disease Society of the United Kingdom, Patron HRH The Duchess of Gloucester GCVO, in association with Lay&Wheeler, presented a unique wine tasting event with guest of honor Al Braunstein of Diamond Creek Vineyards- on November 22, 1999 at Ten Trinity Square, London. With a special introduction by writer and broadcaster Jancis Robinson MW, plus a tutored wine tasting by Hugo Rose MW of Lay&Wheeler.

Contributors helped to try to raise one million Pounds Sterling to continue the program of the PDS and research new treatment methods, and eventually a cure for Parkinson's Disease.

Al Brounstein has had Parkinson's Disease for 16 years. This remarkable man has challenged his condition by enthusiastically maintaining his business and family interests. It is a great honor to welcome him to this event. Special thanks to the following contributors: Diamond Creek Vineyards, Lay&Wheeler, Willis, Shadow Creek, Monticello Vineyards, Duckhorn Vineyards, Frog's Leap Winery, Jancis Robinson MW, Michael Broadbent MW