Cakebread Cellars, Domaine D'esperance, Domaines Ott, Gouguenheim Cabernet, Costozza Veneto Rosso,

Greetings from New London -
Thames River Wine & Spirits - 860-443-9463
Brie & Bleu - 860-437-2473
Thames River Greenery - 860-443-6817
IMPORT - 860-443-6817
www.thamesriver.com


It's a short holiday week for everyone so we will kep it short - and to the point.
Friday's wine list is just below a few of items of news & interest:

• Closed 7/4 - We will be closed for the Holiday • Closed 7/4 - Enjoy.

• ChessFest II - Saturday July 28 - New London's Chess Tournament for all ages. If you missed it last year - it was a great turnout and lots of fun. There is still time to register for this year. Cash Prizes, Guest Speakers, and lots more. Great for the kids.
Visit the website or call for all the details at: www.nlchessfest.com
Phone: 860-449-3667 - Bryan Desautell tournament director

• Far East Dinner - Tuesday July 24 - 6 p.m.
Visit the Calendar of Events Page for details: http://thamesriver.com/wine/calendar.html

• Cakebread - the line starts here.

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

1 - Domaine D'esperance cuvee D'or 2006 $12
The domaine d'Espérance, an 18th century country house surrounded by vineyards and the gently rolling hills of Gascony, is in the heart of Bas-Armagnac, 1-1/2 hours from Bordeaux. The Domaine was purchased by Jean-Louis and Claire de Montesquiou in 1990, having been left to run wild. Formerly one of the Grand Crus of Armagnac (Bas-Armagnac), the domaine produces this popular fruity dry white wine, typical of the region. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Gros Manseng ( for those of you tired of Petite Manseng) from Gascony. A light, floral summer wine, a perfect aperitif or well paired with fish and poultry.

2 - Domaines Ott Chateau De Selle Cotes de Provence Rose 2006.
For me the wine in this bottle is a complete experience - it dopes all of the pleasure receptors in your brain with a lush life giddiness - it paints the world with its soft rose colored hue and makes everything all right with each sip - Life Is Good.
Rosé is all about casual drinking and enjoying Summer weather and food. Widely considered the finest of Provencal Roses, this wine sells out every summer. Last year someone photographed Paris Hilton with bottle and that was that, gone. But don't hold that against it - try it for yourself on Friday night.

3 - Gouguenheim Cabernet 2005 $14
From Mendoza Argentina , this vineyard is more than 1000 meters above sea level. A distinctive Argentine wine , combining ripe fruit and good structure. These Cabernet vines grown at very high altitudes benefit from hot days and cool nights that produce balanced and harmonious wines. Winemaker Patricio Gouguenheim is advised by the renowned Susan Balbo. A Decanter World Wine Awards winner, this Cabernet is deep ruby purple in color and offers the palate rich cassis-like flavors. Supremely smooth, infinitely drinkable and fantastic value for money.

4 - Costozza Veneto Rosso 2002 $26
From year to year, Italy and France trade the title of world's leading wine producer. But Italians point out it was the ancient Romans who introduced wine making to France. In fact, Italians were cultivating grapes some 2,500 years ago, before the rise of the Roman Empire. The Veneto produces more premium wines than any other part of Italy. In the heart of the region, an hour's drive west of Venice, fields of grapes surround the tiny towns and villages. This classic Veneto red is a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Cabernet Franc making a lighter more "open" red wine, perfect for warm weather drinking.

Thanks for all of your support - we appreciate it.
And thanks for all of the comments and email - we are listening.


Please Join Us -
It's fun, informal, and a great way to start your weekend.

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