This holiday season, give the sweetest gift of all - Moonstruck Chocolates are handcrafted and available only through selected retailers across the country. We are proud to be included on that list.
Established in 1993 Moonstruck was founded on the premise that chocolate is not simply a candy, but an experience to be enjoyed by all of the senses. Today, the company's delicately crafted truffles and other confections are inspired works that have been enjoyed in such prestigious locations as the White House and The Academy Awards. We offer the full line - Please call for details. 8 6 0 - 4 4 3 - 6 8 1 7
This just in: Ken Wright Pinot Noir. Abbott's Claim, Merideth Mitchell, Freedom Hill, Savoya, Carter, Mcrone, Shea all just $50 a bottle. Ken Wright Cellars
Robert Parker on the subject of Ken Wright and the 2007 Vintage "Ken Wright Cellars has long been one of the reference points for Pinot Noir fanatics. Ken Wright is the ultimate terroirist"
"2007 appears to be a superb vintage for Pinot Noir. It will appeal to fans who like the intellectual appeal of Burgundy as well as those who come down more on the hedonist's side of the coin.There was a significant rain event on 9/29/07.
Those who panicked and picked everything before the rain were able to make decent wine but those who waited (and most did) were rewarded. The grapes gained flavor but not alcohol due to the cool weather. The resulting wines have superb natural acidity, modest alcohol levels, but also superbflavors and concentration. It may be the best vintage since 2002."
Extremely Limited Quantities - First Come First Served. 8 6 0 - 4 4 3 - 9 4 6 3
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We have seriously fine cigars in stock at City News, including many famous brands for the holiday season. Combine cigars with any of our other decadent treats in a gift basket and you've got a gift that will bring hours of enjoyment to the connoisseur in your life. Of course we will gift wrap your choices at no extra charge.
Singles & Gift Box Samplers Ready To Go.
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City News
70 State Street New London
Porta Sole Montepulciano D'Abruzzo 2006 $8
From the eastern coastal hills of Italy near Pescara comes this very affordable treat! A spicy, rustic, easy-drinking Montepulciano.
This wine would make a nice companion to say, some skirt steak in wine and olive sauce with a handful of wild braised greens... or eggplant rollatini with a side of mushrooms?
Why don't we raise a glass on the deck, squint out at Long Island Sound and pretend it's the Adriatic?
Please stop on by! Order Now
1 - Hugel Gentil 2006 $15
The Hugels have been making wine in Alsace since 1639 and own one of the oldest wine casks in the world "Sainte Caterine" dated 1715. This sense of history and place comes through in their wines as they express the varied terroirs of Alsace.
The Gentil is a field blend of classic Alsace varietals such as Gewurztraminer, Riesling, Pinot Gris and Sylvaner. Anyone who has met Etienne Hugel at our wine dinners can attest he is enthusiastic about Asian cuisine (actually he is enthusiastic about a lot of things, but mostly food and wine).
True to his passion, this wine is a perfect pairing for Thai, Schezuan or Indian food. This wine can take the heat, but is also well paired with cheese, pate, fried mushrooms, shrimp cocktail, pho, white bean soup, mixed green salad and holiday Turkey. Order Now
2 - Casaia Rosso Toscano 2006 $14
This is a nice little Super-Tuscan, a blend of 50% Sangiovese and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon. It's delightful right out of the gate, but give it and hour or so in a decanter and the wine really finds it's stride.
A wine of dark roasted plums, dark cherries and cassis. Affordable enough for pizza night with the heft and complexity to take on the richest stew or roast.
Order Now
3 - Mclaren Vale Associates "Squid Ink" Shiraz 2006 $34
From It doesn't happen often enough, but sometimes a guy walks in the store with a case of wine and says, "Drink these and tell me what you think". So it was with Chris from 2fly imports, a new kid on the block. 2fly imports small production Australian wines that exhibit a refreshing sense of restraint and integration, yet have the massivity you would expect from wine called Squid Ink.
From the tasting notes, " The nose is complex with ripe berry and hits of chocolate and vanilla. The palate is rich, full bodied with intense flavors and a lingering finish. The tannins are firm and concentrated but clean. The most intense wine we have ever bottled. "
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4 - Steltzner Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 $42
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City News
70 State Street New London
The Monday Tasting 12.15.08
Porta Sole Montepulciano D'Abruzzo 2006 $8From the eastern coastal hills of Italy near Pescara comes this very affordable treat! A spicy, rustic, easy-drinking Montepulciano.
This wine would make a nice companion to say, some skirt steak in wine and olive sauce with a handful of wild braised greens... or eggplant rollatini with a side of mushrooms?
Why don't we raise a glass on the deck, squint out at Long Island Sound and pretend it's the Adriatic?
Please stop on by! Order Now
Elegance & Decadence
The Friday Tasting - Please Join Us
Friday December 12 -19 - 9 p.m. - No Charge
The Friday Tasting - Please Join Us
Friday December 12 -19 - 9 p.m. - No Charge
1 - Hugel Gentil 2006 $15
The Hugels have been making wine in Alsace since 1639 and own one of the oldest wine casks in the world "Sainte Caterine" dated 1715. This sense of history and place comes through in their wines as they express the varied terroirs of Alsace.
The Gentil is a field blend of classic Alsace varietals such as Gewurztraminer, Riesling, Pinot Gris and Sylvaner. Anyone who has met Etienne Hugel at our wine dinners can attest he is enthusiastic about Asian cuisine (actually he is enthusiastic about a lot of things, but mostly food and wine).
True to his passion, this wine is a perfect pairing for Thai, Schezuan or Indian food. This wine can take the heat, but is also well paired with cheese, pate, fried mushrooms, shrimp cocktail, pho, white bean soup, mixed green salad and holiday Turkey. Order Now
2 - Casaia Rosso Toscano 2006 $14
This is a nice little Super-Tuscan, a blend of 50% Sangiovese and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon. It's delightful right out of the gate, but give it and hour or so in a decanter and the wine really finds it's stride.
A wine of dark roasted plums, dark cherries and cassis. Affordable enough for pizza night with the heft and complexity to take on the richest stew or roast.
Order Now
3 - Mclaren Vale Associates "Squid Ink" Shiraz 2006 $34
From It doesn't happen often enough, but sometimes a guy walks in the store with a case of wine and says, "Drink these and tell me what you think". So it was with Chris from 2fly imports, a new kid on the block. 2fly imports small production Australian wines that exhibit a refreshing sense of restraint and integration, yet have the massivity you would expect from wine called Squid Ink.
From the tasting notes, " The nose is complex with ripe berry and hits of chocolate and vanilla. The palate is rich, full bodied with intense flavors and a lingering finish. The tannins are firm and concentrated but clean. The most intense wine we have ever bottled. "
Order Now
4 - Steltzner Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 $42
Remember when California Cabernet was great? Remember when it didn't have to cost $100 a bottle to wow you?
Steltzner Cabernet harkens back to those simpler times, when family wineries made great wine with estate fruit and didn't charge and arm and a leg for it.
Their vineyard is not only in Napa, but in the very prestigious Stag's Leap District. A great value from one of the premiere Cabernet producing regions on Earth.
Steltzner Cabernet harkens back to those simpler times, when family wineries made great wine with estate fruit and didn't charge and arm and a leg for it.
Their vineyard is not only in Napa, but in the very prestigious Stag's Leap District. A great value from one of the premiere Cabernet producing regions on Earth.
Thanks very much for your support over the holiday season - we appreciate it.
Please join us. It's fun, informal and a great way to start your weekend.
AAA.
Please join us. It's fun, informal and a great way to start your weekend.
AAA.
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