Doctors Orders - Take Your Medicine

 

Wine And Cheese Tasting

Every Friday 5-8 PM No Charge

If you need an excuse to get out of the house and come downtown for the weekly tasting - how about "Doctors Orders." A weekly dose of something to clear your head and get you in the right frame of mind for the weekend. This Friday - 5-8 PM

Chateau La Reyne - "Le Prestige"

South America is where most people associate great Malbec - but did you know it was originally a grape made famous in France?

Located in the town of Puy L'Eveque, the vineyards of Chateau La Reyne are comprised of carefully tended 35 year old vines. Owned and operated by the Vidal family, the winery is currently run by the family's fifth generation, Johan. He combines their traditional production methods with today's modern technology in order to produce quality wines that still reflect the terrior of his family's land.

This rich, concentrated Malbec displays intense notes of blackberry, cherry and red currants on the nose and palate. Light floral notes merge with dense tannins and balanced acidity on the long, spicy finish. Enjoy with beef, lamb or duck.  

Torrebruna - Sangiovese

Virtually synonymous with the red wines of Tuscany, and all the romanticism that goes with the territory, Sangiovese is the core constituent in some of the great names in Italian wine. Italy's love affair with Sangiovese - and indeed the world's - is generations old.

At the dawn of the 21st Century, Sangiovese equated to roughly one in every 10 vines on the Italian peninsula.

"For our Torrebruna we attentively select the best Sangiovese grapes with the aim of producing and authentic Tuscan red dominated by fruity and spicy notes that only this vine can express thanks to the Tuscan soil and climate." -winemaker

 

Bogle Phantom

The wait is over...Phantom has reappeared for the season! Bogle's tantalizing apparition of rich berry and relentless spice returns to tease wine lovers. Full of flavor, concentration and intensity, this mysterious wine will haunt you well after the last sip is gone.

Bright red cherry fruit and black pepper tempt you to take that sip, with hints of brawny juniper, rich blackberry and briary boysenberry in the background. Succulent in mouthfeel, the wine showcases its versatile grape varietals: Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Mourvedre.  

Aged for over 24 months in 1 and 2 year old American oak, tones of spicy vanilla and toasted coconut moderate the firm tannins and create a focused and intense finish.  

Enjoy this passionate and commanding red wine, yet another vintage impossible to ignore.  Please try it this Friday night.

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Michel Couvreur Whiskey

Michel Couvreur is a Belgian and an independent bottler of single malt scotch. His cellars are located in Bouze-les-Beaune in the heart of Burgundy. Michel ages his single malts for years in sherry butts and then in demijohns or giant bottles kept in total darkness in the exceptional well-protected underground galleries of Bouze-les-Beaune.

Vatted from 54 whiskies aged more than 12 years (12 to 27 years) in oak casks, this malt has a rich amber color, a nose full of dried flowers, tobacco leaf, Jerez wine and fat almond, and a powerful, fruity, long finish. What a fantastic accompaniment to smoked salmon when served over ice. It is also perfect as a dinner digestive served at room temperature.

If you have a whiskey lover in your life, take a good look at these.
A great gift.

 

Nancy's Hudson Valley Camembert, Quickes Glouchester Cheddar

& Capri Goat & Honey. Try them all this Friday night.

All Wednesday night events begin at 6:00 pm. No Charge - 860-443-6817All events are an opportunity to purchase at special prices Wednesday October 15 - Sold Out Thank You   The Wines Of Shannon Ridge   In the late 1980's they began working with wine grapes from Lake County and recognized the area's potential to grow great mountain fruit.  At altitudes of 2,100 to 2,400 feet above sea level these steep mountain ridges are cooled by steady winds off Clear Lake and from the higher peaks just north. The vines produce small berries with concentrated flavors.  Lake County California and the folks at Shannon Ridge make award winning wines.          Wednesday October 29th Burgundy Tasting rsvp required    * Marie Pierre Manciat Pouilly Fuisse     "Les Petites Bruyeres"   * Billaud Simon Chablis per Cru Vaillons   * Janotsbos Pernand Vergelesses Blanc   * Franck Givaudin Irancy 2012 * Lou Dumont Morey St. Denis 2010   Diedre Magnello is one of the most knowledgeable people in the wine business.  A sought after presenter we are proud to share our stage with her for the special tasting of wine from Burgundy. Deidre's frequent trips to the Burgundy region allow her a personal connection and access to some of the best producers and their wine in Burgundy.   This will be an opportunity to purchase wine from her amazing portfolio at a special price. Please join us and discover why Burgundy is the most sought after wine on the world. Wednesday November 12 Vinifera - Italian Wines   Wednesday November 26 - The day before Thanksgiving. Ryan Connolly will present the Michael Skurnik Holiday Portfolio. An opportunity to discover wine that you need for the holiday season.

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Cantina Parroco Barbera d'Alba, Clos du Tue-Boeuf Cheverny, Thierry et Pascale Matrot Meursault, Donna Laura Sangiovese, Bogel Phantom

Greetings from all of us in New London,
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We have a tasty line up for Friday night. The list is just below a few items of news and interest.


• Thanks everyone that came out to support the Books, Brushes, Jazz & Blues weekend -
We were lucky enough to host a performance by Andre, Eddie, & Friends.
Andre Danford, Mary & Eddie Alida, and Phil the "horn doctor" - played a marvelous two hour show that filled the air with beautiful music.
Thanks for a great performance.

• We will begin taping all new episodes of our WineRadio show this week - as we enter the new season we have a great line up of guests and as requested we will be adding more "food guru's" to the line up. All of our shows are available on iTunes - and remember you can watch these shows on any computer - it works with Macs & PC's - and there is no charge to watch. And our video is enhanced for this new season - "High Res" and they say. We have also gotten a few requests to make our shows available on DVD's - we are looking into it - stay tuned.

• Our Burgundy Dinner is set - Tuesday October 2 - 6 p.m.
The menu will feature Beef Bourgogne -
AND just look at the wines that we have in store for you.
Reserve early - 8 6 0 - 4 4 3 - 9 4 6 3

WHITES
Francine et Oliver Savary Chablis V.V. 2004
Domaine Francois et Antoine Jobard Meursault 200
Domaine Francois et Antoine Jobard Meursault-Poruzots 1er cru 2004
Domaine Bouchard Pere & Fils Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 1999

REDS
Paul Pernot et ses Fils Pommard "Noizons" 2005
Bruno Colin Chassagne-Montrachet La Boudriotte 1er Cru 2004
Bruno Colin Chassagne-Montrachet En Remilly 1er Cru 2004
Domaine Bouchard Pere & Fils Le Corton grand Cru 2002


• Guest Chef Jina Taylor returns to guide us on another tour of Asian Cuisine.
Mark your calendars for SATURDAY September 29 - 6 p.m. - 8 6 0 - 4 4 3 - 9 4 6 3
This is a very popular dinner - please call to reserve your seats early.
$75 plus tax & service - Wine will be served with each course.
And as many of you know - there may be a surprise or two.
The menu will include:

Appetizer
Vietnamese Shrimp Spring Roll w/ Dipping Sauce
Salad
Spring mix & Grilled Scallion w/ Korean Fusion Dressing
Entrée
Bul-go-gi Seasoned Grilled Flank Steak
Soba Noodle (Buck Wheat Noodle) with Cucumber
Asparagus with Black Bean Sauce
Dessert
Poached Asian Pears

***Vegetarian Option Available***
BUT We must know in advance -



• Dave's Fave
Monday Wine Tasting - No Charge
Dave says:
Cantina Parroco Barbera d'Alba $16
"This rustic, affordable Barbera is a bottle I've been enjoying all summer. I love this wine. I lurve it. I blurve this wine. This is one of those treasures that we always are seeking out - made traditionally, in this case by Italians for Italians, and by a small co-op of farmers and wine artisans. I sip this and marvel at how well it was made, with pleasant spices mingling with dark fruit, a long finish, and some smokiness. If you come in Monday afternoon maybe we can dwell on it together, this is truly one of my personal favorites."


Wine Tasting Please Join Us
Friday September 14 - 6-9 p.m. - No Charge


1 - Clos du Tue-Boeuf Cheverny 2005 $15
This is one of the most affordable and drinkable wines that we have had all summer. It is currently a staff favorite and we have all be drinking it with great abandon. Sauvignon Blanc from one of the lesser known villages of the Loire. This wine has all of the lime zest and minerality you would expect from Sancerre or Pouilly Fume at $8-$10 a bottle less. Organic and Biodynamic this wine is bottled unfiltered and has a slight cloudiness that adds to it's character and charm. Please try this on Friday night - it will find a place in your heart from the first sip.

2 - Thierry et Pascale Matrot Meursault 2005 $17 -(half bottles 375ml)
This White burgundy from the great 2005 vintage was rated 86 points by Wine & Spirits Magazine. Wine matures faster in smaller bottles so the 375 ml should give us some insight into where this great vintage will take us. This wine has a bright citrus nose and a lip-smacking crispness that is wonderful with food - and the small bottles are fun.

3 - Donna Laura Sangiovese di Toscana "Ali" 2004 $12
Very approachable and forward little sangiovese from Tuscany. A blend of two clones, one providing fruit the other structure. The wine captures terroir, yet is lush and affordable. This wine has aromas of juicy red berry fruit. Medium-bodied and soft on the palate, with balanced acidity and ripe tannins. Delicious with pastas and grilled meats, yet also very drinkable without food -

4 - Bogel Phantom 2004 $24
We have just one case of this wine -
People that have discovered this wine, wait for it all year long.
Here are the winemaker's notes for this vintage:
"The black magic is back…Phantom. Three unique varietals combine lush berry and fierce spice into a full-bodied wine. Intensely fruit forward on the entry, this deep ruby apparition begins with aromas of blueberries, violets and chocolate-covered cherries, dusted with touches of black pepper. From the deep dark depths, subtle notes of spice, clove and mocha emerge and compliment the concentrated fruit characters of this wine. Aging for two years in 1, 2 and 3 year-old American oak barrels has yielded a vexing array of toasty oak aromas to Phantom. Though this wine is remarkable now, age in the bottle will only integrate the three distinct varietals more. Welcome the winery ghost into your home again with this latest vintage, and enjoy with full-flavored and hearty meals…before it vanishes again."


We hope to see you this week. Thanks for all of the emails, comments, suggestions, and for your support. We appreciate it.


Please join us. It's fun, informal, and a great way to start your weekend.



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