Thames River Wine & Spirits - 860-443-9463
Thames River Greenery - 860-443-6817
Brie & Bleu - 860-437-2474
IMPORT - 860-443-6817
www.ThamesRiver.com
Our list of wine for Friday night is listed just below these items of interest.
Well the reports are in and by all accounts this years fireworks and the spectacular grand finale was the best ever. The photo of the event featured on the front page of The Day's Region section was taken from our deck - that is how close we are to the action. Photographer Tim Cook set up his tripod and big "digital guns" about a half hour before the show started and captured a memorable show. The weather was perfect, the wine was flowing and we were so close that I could actually feel the "heat" from a few of the big shells. Thanks to The Day for including us, and thanks to all of our friends that joined us - see you next year. • Due to the overwhelming popular demand for our theater and wine dinner event - we have added a second show on July 28 - 6 p.m. Basically it goes a little something like this: It starts with a Champagne reception in our cellar - featuring "Grower Champagne."
(did you know we have the largest selection in the State of Connecticut?)
This is followed by a one act play by Tennessee Williams "A Perfect Analysis Given By A Parrot." Performed by a New York City acting troop. This is part of a series called "Pub Plays" that is being presented in various venues in New York. After the show we pulling out the stops and serving a French wine dinner.
Seating is limited - please call to reserve early. $100 plus tax and service.
Visit the web site for more information: http://thamesriver.com/wine/calendar.html
Or call - 8 6 0 - 4 4 3 - 9 4 6 3
• We are about to post the next list of Wine Dinners for the Summer & Fall keep an eye on the Calendar of Events page. One night in particular is worth mentioning in advance - Wednesday August 1 - 6 p.m. - did you write that down? Special Event - Guest Chef Series - From Baltimore - Meet Chef Emil "Buddy" Suek Jr. He will preside over a real Baltimore Steamed Crab Extravaganza - we will match each course with wines that will make you weep. Limited Seating - Please Call Early to Reserve - $85 plus tax and service - 8 6 0 - 4 4 3 - 9 4 6 3
Buddy will eat with us, he will drink with us, and he will answer all of your questions and perhaps reveal the secrets of preparing an extravaganza.
• For Collectors: Available with the purchase of a complete set - DRC - Romanee St Vivant 2002, box and La Tache 2004 box with straw wraps - irresistible, yes? We have these wines in stock - They are meticulously cellered in our 18th century "cave" - it would be difficult to find them anywhere - and we mean Nation Wide - that's why customers turn to us to set up everything from wedding registries and special occasions to building significant collections that will grow in value.
• Dave Anderson's Monday Selection - "Dave's Fave": Santa Martina Toscana Rosso $12 In his own words: "The parties, the music, the action, the explosions of Sailfest have left me kind of dazed and dumb. That's why the Santa Martina bottle, with the big attractive red dot on the label has visually grabbed my attention and asked to be my friend. It's from Tuscany, full of Sangiovese, Merlot, Cab and Syrah, and only $12. How can it get to Connecticut all the way from Italy for that kind of money? It's like a present. Thank you Santa Martina!"
Wine Tasting - Please Join Us Friday July 20 - 6-9 p.m. - No Charge
1 - Terra do Gargalo bianco 2005 $12 from Monterrei (Galicia) Spain
Terra do Gargalo, is a light, racy, mineral-laced, but nicely fruity wine that Iberia Airlines serves its business class passengers. Gargalo is located in Verín, a quaint, sprawling town that is watered by the Tamega River and located less than ten miles north of the Portuguese border. It's a small winery with a chic, modern cubist design that befits owner Roberto Verino, a Spanish fashion designer and Verín native. Gargalo is set amid sloping vineyards planted primarily with the native white grapes treixadura, godello and dona blanca. Great floral, tropical fruit and spice flavors, balanced by a beautiful palate cleansing acidity and moderate alcohol. Great acidity with a finish that lasts forever. This is a food wine and should be part of your summer party routine - your guests will love it and the price is just right too.
2 - Varaschin Prosecco Rose Brut $13
We have a hard time keeping this wine in stock.
It drinks so easy that..... Even cavemen like it. ( I could not resist )
Our friends and customers buy it by the case. - and for good reason - It is delicious and a fantastic food wine. it should be priced much higher - this is a bargain. Do not let the soft pink color fool you - This is a dry prosecco with a large dosage of Mosacato Rosa adding flavor and aromatics. Varaschin's wine-firm was founded in S. Pietro di Barbozza around 1930 by Matteo Varaschin. He is considered one of the "patriarchs" among the wine-growers of the area close to Valdobbiadene, who passed his own "wine culture" on to his sons, Renzo and Luigitogether with the young nephew and oenologist Orfeo, the firm's present leaders.
Please try this on Friday night.
3 - Tellus Vinea Bordeaux 2005 $15
From the Pueyo brothers, owners of Chateau Belregard Figeac in St. Emilion whose cellars sit on the outskirts of Libourne, we have the "Tellus Vinea", a Bordeaux appellation with the first vintage being produced in 2002. The vineyards that produce this wine are literally on the border of the appellation of Lalande de Pomerol. Those few meters of distance provide a real pricing edge. So, this wine of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon from 25 to 30 year old vines planted to gravelly soil bears the modest appellation of Bordeaux and a more than comfortable price tag. Yet, it is a solid wine with delightful freshness. Vinified entirely in cuve, it sports a rich red color and lively fruitiness with a suave and lingering finish - simply a delicious wine.
4 - Paul Hobbs Napa Cabernet 2004 $85
Pioneer. Trailblazer. Trendsetter. These are all words used to describe Paul Hobbs. One of the first California winemakers to focus on single-vineyard wines, Paul Hobbs took the challenge one step further by dedicating himself to crafting unfiltered and unfined wines, fermented with native yeasts. His vision has resulted in exciting, structured wines that are rooted in classic old world techniques and, at the same time, are distinctly Californian in their expression. Not bad for a farm boy from upstate New York.
Winemaker notes: "Dark red. Lush, candied blackberry and boysenberry aromas, with a suggestion of dark chocolate. Creamy in texture and packed with sweet berry and cassis flavors and an exotic fruitcake quality. Takes on a ripe, tarry note on the gently tannic finish, which shows very good grip and length." All of the big reviewers love this guy - and always rate his wine at the very top of the scale - 90's plus. This Friday you can review it yourself.
Thanks for all of your support - we appreciate it. The summer is picking up speed and we are glad to be right in the middle of it. We have lots of surprises planned for you.
Please Join Us. It's Fun, informal, and a great way to start your weekend.
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