There's no escape in a bottle, but if wine is a passion for you — and you enjoy a challenge — make plans to spend the coming weekend in Pennsylvania.

On Saturday, more than 50 wineries across the state will participate in the Great Pennsylvania Wine Toast, an effort to break the world's record for the largest wine tasting ever conducted. The current record of 17,429 was set by more than 400 pubs across the United Kingdom in 2009.

The plan: Take a leisurely morning drive to Pennsylvania, stopping at more that one winery and taking along a picnic lunch.

For Marylanders, wineries in York County and Adams County are probably the closest. Participating wineries include Adams County Winery, Hauser Estate and Reids Orchard in Adams County.

Allegro Vineyards, High Rock Winery, Hummingbird Ridge Winery, Moon Dancer Vineyards & Winery, and Naylor Wine Cellars will participate in York County.

The details: Hours vary, but most wineries will open their doors by 3:30 p.m. and the toast will take place at precisely 4 p.m. Wine enthusiast and racing legend Mario Andretti will serve as the toastmaster, leading all locations in a simultaneous toast via video.

Some wineries are planning other events in connection with the toast, but the activities vary depending upon which winery you choose. Also, some wineries, like Hummingbird, have already reached capacity. You can still visit Hummingbird, but will not be able to join in the toast. The best bet is to call the winery before you go.

For more information on the event, go to pennsylvaniawine.com/overviewtoast.aspx or uncorkyork.com

michelle.deal@baltsun.com