Greetings from all of us in New London.
A great week here in the Whaling City. The harbor was full of cruise ships - in fact as you read this, the National Geographic Explorer is docked at the the State Pier. The streets were full of visiting tourista's and America's Tall Ship The Eagle is stationed proudly at the City Pier, if you have the opportunity take a little walk down and have a look - it's beautiful.
We continue to use our secret weapon - we listen.
We are working hard to bring as many of your suggestions as we can to the mix. For example - look at the menu items and wine by the glass list on the right - All based on your comments and suggestions. Thank you.
*Note: Arriving Monday - Shafer Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay, by the glass at Brie & Bleu.
Florence Griswold Museum
Save The Date
Jeff Anderson has got to be one of the hardest working men in the museum business. Under his direction and with the help of his incredible team, they have transformed the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme into a world class institution that is the benchmark for all others in its class. We are honored to be participating in their Annual Benefit Auction.
The Florence Griswold Museum's 2008 Benefit Auction
celebrates the sculptures of Bessie Potter Vonnoh, whose small-scale bronzes and garden statues made a significant and distinctive contribution to American sculpture during the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
Cocktails, Hors d'oeuvres, Dinner, Dancing, and an Auction offering exceptional works of art, antiques, decorative items, unforgettable events and getaways. One of the many exciting auction items is a Wine Dinner to Remember with us!
For more information visit their WebSite
OR call 860-434-5542 x 122
Sinbad
at The Garde
Friday October 3 8pmat The Garde
Ranked by Comedy Central as one of the top 100 standup comedians of all time, comedian Sinbad's "hit' em in the face" style of comedy has kept audiences laughing in the aisles for the past two decades. Sinbad is internationally known for his appearances in hit movies like Jingle All the Way with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Houseguest with the late Phil Hartman. He starred in television sitcoms The Sinbad Show and A Different World as well as his highly-rated HBO comedy specials "Brain Damaged" (1991), "Afros & Bellbottoms" (1993), "Son of a Preacher Man" (1996), and "Nuthin But The Funk" (1998).
Start your evening of laughs with us. Visit our wine tasting at 6pm, then move from our wine cellar to Brie & Bleu for a nice glass of wine and something to eat. Then get a little air with an easy walk up to The Garde - A great night out, right here in New London.
Sinbad at The Garde HERE
Dinner Reservations for Brie & Bleu - 8 6 0 - 4 3 7 - 2 4 7 4
Dave's Fave
The Monday Tasting 9.29.08
Chateau de Cazenove Bordeaux Superieur 2005 $16
I used to think if I worked hard here at Thames River and sold enough Chateau de Cazenove, the lovely Baroness de Cazenove would show up one day in her midnight blue Ferrari and whisk me away at high speed.The Monday Tasting 9.29.08
Chateau de Cazenove Bordeaux Superieur 2005 $16
Fast forward to the present day: I'm still trying and pouring Cazenove on Monday!
This Merlot-based blend from the family estate near Margaux is an elegant, rich red with an everyday price. Spicy, earthy, and as Jim has pointed out "We will never be drinking Bordeaux of this quality under 20 bucks again!" Please come by Monday and enjoy.
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1 - Cave Des Vin de Sancerre, Sancerre 2005 $18
Sauvignon Blanc from the most famous of all Loire villages. This is not the laser beam of citrus and minerality of some of our other Sancerres, like for instance, the Lucien Crochet Sancerre Le Chen. No this is the kinder, gentler side of Sancerre, a more approachable, floral, soft Sauvignon Blanc, more akin to wine from Quincy or even New Zealand. Very quaffable, and very affordable.Get It Now
2 - Moillard Cotes Du Rhone "Les Violettes"
Cotes du Rhone 2006 375ML $7
People are always asking us to help them drink. Whether the average 750ml is too small or too big we have a solution.
The 375ml Les Violettes is the perfect little bottle of wine when you only want a glass or two. Mostly Greanache, with touches of Syrah and Cinsault, the wine drinks dry and spicey and very French.
It's the perfect little stocking stuffer. Pairs well with our NEW Rosemary lamb and Casseoulet entres at Brie and Bleu, or roasts and stews at home.
3 - Terredora Diapaolo Lacryma Christi Rosso 2005 $24
From the back label: " God cried as he found into the Gulf of Naples a corner of Heaven stolen by Lucifer. So where his tears fell, there grew the Lacryma Christi vine"
From the volcanic soils on the shoulders of Vesuvius. The unique terroir and the indigenous grape Piedirosso combine for a singular drinking experience. A wine loaded with black cherry, licorice and pepper, medium to full bodied, with chewy tannins and definite
minerality. Get It Now
4 - Allegrini Palazzo Della Torre 2004 $25
"This blend of 70% Corvina Veronese, 25% Rondinella and 5% Sangiovese is a smooth, full-bodied cru made in an innovative ripasso style.
After the harvest, the grapes from the Palazzo della Torre vineyard follow two different paths: 70% of the grapes picked are vinified immediately, the remaining 30% are left to dry until the end of December. They are then vinified and re-fermented with the wine from the fresh grapes.
Dense and deep ruby red in color, Palazzo della Torre is loaded with luscious aromas of currant, blackberry and licorice. Full-bodied and rich it is a classic accompaniment to grilled or roasted meats and barbecued ribs.
One of the greatest values from Winebow, Palazzo della Torre was selected by Wine Spectator as one of the "Top 100 wines of the World" for five years in a row, from 2000 to 2005."
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Thank you all for the fantastic support and for making this so much fun.
Please join us, it's fun, informal, and a great way to start your weekend.
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