Special Holiday Hours - Let's Have Some Fun!

This Friday Night

A Holiday SpectacularPresented by Eric Belnier

We have selected our favorites for the season.  

We hope you can join us this Friday from 5-8 PM
Let's Have Some Holiday Fun! 

Thank you one and all for taking the time to shop locally with us.  It makes a difference to all of the downtown merchants. Sure, it is easier to shop online - but you can't sample a new gourmet item, try a wine from a tiny town in France or actually laugh out loud reading a new card that is just right for someone special on your list.

This is the local connection - and we thank you.

Special Items
Have Arrived For The Holidays.

On Our Shelves Now

We have too many things to list here. But those of you that know us have seen the variety of unique items that we have. Stocking Stuffers in every category.  One of a kind things that will make your family and friends smile. Please join us this Friday and take a good look around.

 

Only 600 Cases Produced

Only 5 Six-Packs in Connecticut.   

We have one of them.

The pinnacle wine for Terlato Vineyards, EPISODE stands shoulder to shoulder with
the very best Bordeaux Blends in the world.

The Terlato family makes this Bordeaux blend of classic varietals from the best Napa Valley fruit. Made with a focus on quality from select fruit that meets the highest standards, EPISODE stands out as truly elegant wine-a classic.

EPISODE is crafted in very limited quantities.

For the wine appreciator in your life - a very special gift. At a special holiday price.

Normal Price  $199

Email Price    $169 

 

 

 

ORDER YOUR HOLIDAY CHEESE NOW

 

This is the time to order your cheese platters and gourmet specialties. Make your entertaining easy.

We will have several to sample this Friday night.

 

 

 

We Have What It takes

We love trying to get hard to find items.

And we have a pretty good success rate.

Don't be afraid to ask if you don't see it.
We will put our top people on it.

CALENDAR 

RSVP Line:  860-443-6817
No Charge - All rsvp events start at 6:00pm  

Wednesday December 17 - RSVP Required

Italy - The Wines Of Conte Vistarino

6:00 PM presented by Ted Brown Vinifera Wines

FINAL TASTING BEFORE THE NEW YEAR

Friday December 19th

Eric Belnier - Monsieur Touton Selections

BUZZ

     

HOLIDAY HOURS:
Closed Christmas Day

Friday 26th -
Wine store open
Flower Shop Closed

Saturday 27th -
Wine Store Open
Flower Store Open

New Years Day
Both Stores Closed

Friday January 2nd
Regular Hours Resume

 

 

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.

Back In Stock

Very Hard To Find

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.

Coming In November Amarone Tasting

A Big Night In New London

A VERY BUSY WEEK FOR ALL OF US RIGHT?

This Friday we will be pulling the corks on a few very special bottles.
You should start your weekend here. Bring your friends, family, and out of towners to try a little wine and to see New London at it's finest. There will be skaters on The Rink, lights on the buildings, and local stores open to welcome you all.

And just around the corner Hot Rod's - they are throwing an anniversary party.
Safe Harbor Beer will be featured and the Safe Harbor Girl herself will be there
to meet, greet, sign free posters and take photos.


Live Music hosted by Andre Danford starts at 8:00 p.m. and if all that was not reason enough to visit Hot Rod's - there will be a DJ too. If you still haven't tried the Official Beer Of New London this is a great opportunity to share it with your friends.




And just a reminder to those of you that placed special orders last week for those amazing Italian wines presented by Eric Bellnier - All orders are ready for pick-up, or if you prefer - give us a call to arrange delivery.

Thanks to everyone shopping locally this year. All of the merchants appreciate it. And they continue to offer last minute ideas and gifts for just about anyone on your list. We hope to see you all this week.

Thames River Greenery

Flowers, Wine, Cheese, And So Much More.

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Thames River Greenery
ThamesRiver.com

70 State Street

New London, Connecticut 06320

860-443-6817

Special Guest - This Friday

In addition to our regular Friday night salute to the grape - we have a special guest joining us and pouring one of a kind wines from Italy in our "Back Room."

1. Zeni Pinot Grigio 2010
2. Sardus Pater Is Solus Carignan 2007
3. Caruso and Minini Sachia Perricone 2007
4. Cascina Chicco Bric Loira Barbera D’Alba 2008
5. Icardi Barbaresco 2006
6. Sapaio Volpolo 2006
7. Monte Faustino Amarone 2006


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