MODESTO, Calif., May 11, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — This spring, over 40 million Americans – nearly 13 percent of the total population – are expected to attend a Minor League Baseball game. More than 160 ballparks will play host to baseball fans looking to experience America’s favorite pastime, cheer for the home team and enjoy the concessions. In celebration of Spritzer Season – the time of year when weather heats up, memories are made, and light, fizzy drinks are in demand – Barefoot Refresh is hitting one out of the park for a number of Minor League Baseball fans.

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To kick off Spritzer Season, Barefoot Refresh will be buying out a part of five Minor League Baseball parks, giving away thousands of game tickets to those in the surrounding communities. These celebratory game nights will be complete with Barefoot Refresh sampling stations, wine and food pairings, one-of-a-kind photo opportunities and plenty of swag. For fans looking to get a better view of the action, a ‘Refresh Your Seat’ digital upgrade challenge will offer attendees the opportunity to try their luck on social media for the chance to score a better seat. Fans across the country who cannot make it out to the ballpark can share in the excitement by using #SpritzerSeason to showcase how they are celebrating this refreshing time of year.

“Like Minor League Baseball, Barefoot Refresh recognizes the importance of building strong bonds in local communities across the country,” said Jen Wall, Winemaker for Barefoot Wine & Bubbly. “We look forward to introducing Barefoot Refresh and its unique versatility to baseball fans at Spritzer Season events across the country and knocking expectations out of the ballpark.”

Barefoot Refresh is a light-bodied, vibrant wine inspired by the classic spritzer style. Specifically created for the ever-increasing number of wine occasions that extend beyond the traditional dinner table setting, Barefoot Refresh is often served over ice and perfect for casual occasions and get-togethers, such as backyard barbecues or a day at the ballpark. 

Barefoot Refresh will be kicking off Spritzer Season in the following cities:

For additional details and official rules for the open ticket giveaway, please visit BarefootWine.com.

About Barefoot Wine & Bubbly
Barefoot Wine is the most awarded wine brand in US competitions. Barefoot’s wines are attractively priced and can be found in bottles bearing the fun, iconic footprint label. Barefoot’s still wine portfolio includes 17 offerings and is available for a suggested retail price of $7 for 750-ml bottles, $12 for 1.5-liter bottles. Barefoot Bubbly ($10) is available in 11 offerings, including Barefoot Bubbly Fusions, and is the most awarded Sparkling Wine in US competitions. Barefoot Refresh ($7) is available in five new lively and light-style offerings. For additional information, visit BarefootWine.com or Facebook.com/BarefootWine.

About Minor League Baseball
Minor League Baseball, headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, is the governing body for all professional baseball teams in the United States, Canada, Venezuela and the Dominican Republic that are affiliated with Major League Baseball clubs through their farm systems. Fans are coming out in unprecedented numbers to this one-of-a-kind experience that can only be found at Minor League Baseball ballparks. In 2014, Minor League Baseball attracted 42.4 million fans to its ballparks to see the future stars of the sport hone their skills. From the electricity in the stands to the excitement on the field, Minor League Baseball has provided affordable family-friendly entertainment to people of all ages since its founding in 1901. For more information about Minor League Baseball, visit www.MiLB.com.