Greetings from New London,
Many Thanks to Lisa Sanseverino from Iberia Wines. She poured and poured and poured some more at our weekly tasting last Friday. Thank you all for the great turnout - she loved your comments and questions. And the great wines of Portugal were a true delight.
This week at Brie & Bleu we will be featuring some Fall classics on the menu. Sauerbraten with real Potato Dumplings - From a very old family recipe.
Try it with a nice glass of red like maybe a Muga Rioja, or perhaps a favorite Octoberfest Beer. Remember Kitchen is now open until 10 p.m. - Please Reserve Early.
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Last Wednesdays Beer tasting was a great success. Thanks to all of our Beer Aficionados for the great turnout.
Due to popular demand we will be extending the program right through the month of November.
We will be offering a new selection of beer every week, paired with appetizers & cheese that will make you appreciate beer in a whole new way.
No Charge - starts at 5:00 p.m. - This is a perfect after work stop over - we hope you will join us.
We mentioned last week a special announcement for Scotch & Cigar Lovers. We received a lot of email about it - so we are including the information again this week. This will be a great night out - please pass the word along.
City News in Conjunction with the Thames Club will be hosting an Ashton Cigar
"Taste Of Excellence" Dinner.
Ashton only does this event a few times a year and only with approved merchants like City News.
Saturday November 14th - 6:00 p.m.
The venerable Thames Club will be the site for an evening of great food, amazing whiskey, and award winning cigars from Ashton. There will also be a door prize of Ashton Cigars & Humidor valued at over $150.
Ashton Ambassador Mr. Andrew Green will be on hand to keep it lively.
$65 includes E V E R Y T H I N G.
Drinks, dinner, cigars, and the chance to win the big prize. If you have been waiting for a special occasion to get out of the house - this is it.
Seating is very limited for this event. You must reserve early with your credit card - which will be billed by the Thames Club directly.
Call the Thames Club - 8 6 0 - 4 4 3 - 5 5 0 4
Ask for Club Manager Paula Guido - Explain that you are a guest of City News and would like to make a reservation. It is just that simple.
If you have been wondering just what goes on at the Thames Club this is a perfect opportunity to take a little tour. It is the second oldest private club in the United States - and it is right here in New London.
Please Join Us For A Great Evening.
******
Other Highlights for the coming season include:
Wine dinners, beer dinners, guest chefs, authors and holiday surprises.
New food & wine series coming to Brie & Bleu.
New wine dinners & special events coming to City
News, Brie & Bleu, and our one of a kind cellar.
A Great Way To Start Your Weekend.
1 -
Felsner Gruner Veltliner $13
Here's a favorite sight around here - a big green one-liter bottle with an Austrian flag bottle cap on it.
From the Felsner family estate overlooking the Danube river, this light Gruner shows bright, fresh fruit with a mellow peach and apricot finish.
A perfect pairing with antipasti, light cheeses and seafood, and just a fun bottle to have around!
2 - Cono Sur Pinot Noir $12
This little hit from Chile features a bicycle on the label - the "Bicycle Pinot" (people ask for it by name).
Honestly, at this price point it's the best Pinot Noir we've found, made by a small farming collective committed to sustainable agriculture.
Classic Pinot wild berry tones mingling with a touch of smoke and a long finish - we've stocked this wine before but believe this is their best vintage yet. It blows the doors off mass-produced brands at the same price!
3 -
Tenuta Vitanza Chianti Colli Senesi $18
On the subject of sustainable farming, tiny Vitanza runs a fossil-fuel free estate (wow).
They also are the producer of some of the best Brunello de Montalcino in the world (check this space as the holidays approach).
This is their gorgeous, old-school Chianti - fine, elegant, not overblown, with classic Italian leather and smoke tones.
A great food wine - this would pair perfectly with a lamb chop, but is silky enough to match with pork and mushrooms.
An impeccable wine from Tuscany.
Speaking of which:
4 - Gaja Ca'Marcanda Promis 2006 $50
The myth, the legend - for winegeeks everywhere, you only have to say the one word: GAJA.
Angelo Gaja is an extraordinary winemaker and Italian gentleman - in The Pantheon of Major Dudes, we put him up there with, say, Enzo Ferrari - In idle moments, we gaze with longing at the magnum of 2005 Gaja Barbaresco resting in the cellar - but that particular bottle is $500.
So let's call this "entry-level" Gaja, a wine the rest of us can spring for on special occasions!
Promis is made from a blend of Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese, from the loam and clay soils of coastal Tuscany. Gorgeous, round and musical with an endless finish - made with the care and genius of all Gaja wines. Please come early to try a sip!
Sauerbraten
with potato DUMPLINGS.
Perfect with a nice glass of red wine OR a great OctoberFest Brew.
Sweet Potato &
Sausage Soup
Classic Combinations
Great Wine & Beer
Affordable Indulgence.
Rediscover A
Great Night Out.
C I T Y N E W S
NEW LONDON
Congratulations To Cigar Master Tomas Lochem on the great story in The Day newspaper.
If you missed the article by Anthony Cronin
CLICK HERE
We are proud to offer the entire line of Lochem
Cigars at City News.
There is no charge for these readings - we hope you can join us.
City News is a great place to have a lunch, meet friends, or for just buying the daily papers. All in the original 1900's architecture that we uncovered almost a year ago.
And as always - thanks for your support we appreciate it.
Please Join Us.
It's fun, informal and a great way to start your weekend.
AAA.
Many Thanks to Lisa Sanseverino from Iberia Wines. She poured and poured and poured some more at our weekly tasting last Friday. Thank you all for the great turnout - she loved your comments and questions. And the great wines of Portugal were a true delight.
This week at Brie & Bleu we will be featuring some Fall classics on the menu. Sauerbraten with real Potato Dumplings - From a very old family recipe.
Try it with a nice glass of red like maybe a Muga Rioja, or perhaps a favorite Octoberfest Beer. Remember Kitchen is now open until 10 p.m. - Please Reserve Early.
***
Speaking Of Beer
Last Wednesdays Beer tasting was a great success. Thanks to all of our Beer Aficionados for the great turnout.
Due to popular demand we will be extending the program right through the month of November.
We will be offering a new selection of beer every week, paired with appetizers & cheese that will make you appreciate beer in a whole new way.
No Charge - starts at 5:00 p.m. - This is a perfect after work stop over - we hope you will join us.
****
Now - we want to announce to you that Lunch Time in November just got VERY interesting. The Connecticut Cajun himself - Chef Phil Hubbard - will be cooking authentic Cajun Cuisine at The Beanery on the
5th, 12th, and 19th of November.
If you have been waiting for a reason to visit the authentic 1900's seating area at City News this is it.
If you had no idea that we even had a busy lunch time scene going on at City News & The Beanery - this is a great opportunity to make plans and meet your friends downtown for something special. We have lots of seating and the mood will be festive - we hope you can join us. Questions:
8 6 0 - 4 4 3 - 6 8 1 7 - Option # 2 for The Beanery
Now - we want to announce to you that Lunch Time in November just got VERY interesting. The Connecticut Cajun himself - Chef Phil Hubbard - will be cooking authentic Cajun Cuisine at The Beanery on the
5th, 12th, and 19th of November.
If you have been waiting for a reason to visit the authentic 1900's seating area at City News this is it.
If you had no idea that we even had a busy lunch time scene going on at City News & The Beanery - this is a great opportunity to make plans and meet your friends downtown for something special. We have lots of seating and the mood will be festive - we hope you can join us. Questions:
8 6 0 - 4 4 3 - 6 8 1 7 - Option # 2 for The Beanery
***
We mentioned last week a special announcement for Scotch & Cigar Lovers. We received a lot of email about it - so we are including the information again this week. This will be a great night out - please pass the word along.
City News in Conjunction with the Thames Club will be hosting an Ashton Cigar
"Taste Of Excellence" Dinner.
Ashton only does this event a few times a year and only with approved merchants like City News.
Saturday November 14th - 6:00 p.m.
The venerable Thames Club will be the site for an evening of great food, amazing whiskey, and award winning cigars from Ashton. There will also be a door prize of Ashton Cigars & Humidor valued at over $150.
Ashton Ambassador Mr. Andrew Green will be on hand to keep it lively.
$65 includes E V E R Y T H I N G.
Drinks, dinner, cigars, and the chance to win the big prize. If you have been waiting for a special occasion to get out of the house - this is it.
Seating is very limited for this event. You must reserve early with your credit card - which will be billed by the Thames Club directly.
Call the Thames Club - 8 6 0 - 4 4 3 - 5 5 0 4
Ask for Club Manager Paula Guido - Explain that you are a guest of City News and would like to make a reservation. It is just that simple.
If you have been wondering just what goes on at the Thames Club this is a perfect opportunity to take a little tour. It is the second oldest private club in the United States - and it is right here in New London.
Please Join Us For A Great Evening.
******
Other Highlights for the coming season include:
Wine dinners, beer dinners, guest chefs, authors and holiday surprises.
New food & wine series coming to Brie & Bleu.
New wine dinners & special events coming to City
News, Brie & Bleu, and our one of a kind cellar.
Please join us.
Wine Tasting
Please Join Us
Friday October 30 - 6-9 p.m. - No Charge
Please Join Us
Friday October 30 - 6-9 p.m. - No Charge
A Great Way To Start Your Weekend.
1 -
Felsner Gruner Veltliner $13Here's a favorite sight around here - a big green one-liter bottle with an Austrian flag bottle cap on it.
From the Felsner family estate overlooking the Danube river, this light Gruner shows bright, fresh fruit with a mellow peach and apricot finish.
A perfect pairing with antipasti, light cheeses and seafood, and just a fun bottle to have around!
2 - Cono Sur Pinot Noir $12
This little hit from Chile features a bicycle on the label - the "Bicycle Pinot" (people ask for it by name).Honestly, at this price point it's the best Pinot Noir we've found, made by a small farming collective committed to sustainable agriculture.
Classic Pinot wild berry tones mingling with a touch of smoke and a long finish - we've stocked this wine before but believe this is their best vintage yet. It blows the doors off mass-produced brands at the same price!
3 -
Tenuta Vitanza Chianti Colli Senesi $18On the subject of sustainable farming, tiny Vitanza runs a fossil-fuel free estate (wow).
They also are the producer of some of the best Brunello de Montalcino in the world (check this space as the holidays approach).
This is their gorgeous, old-school Chianti - fine, elegant, not overblown, with classic Italian leather and smoke tones.
A great food wine - this would pair perfectly with a lamb chop, but is silky enough to match with pork and mushrooms.
An impeccable wine from Tuscany.
Speaking of which:
4 - Gaja Ca'Marcanda Promis 2006 $50
The myth, the legend - for winegeeks everywhere, you only have to say the one word: GAJA.Angelo Gaja is an extraordinary winemaker and Italian gentleman - in The Pantheon of Major Dudes, we put him up there with, say, Enzo Ferrari - In idle moments, we gaze with longing at the magnum of 2005 Gaja Barbaresco resting in the cellar - but that particular bottle is $500.
So let's call this "entry-level" Gaja, a wine the rest of us can spring for on special occasions!
Promis is made from a blend of Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese, from the loam and clay soils of coastal Tuscany. Gorgeous, round and musical with an endless finish - made with the care and genius of all Gaja wines. Please come early to try a sip!
BRIE & BLEU:
Octoberfest Anyone?
This week - A true Classic.
Please Reserve Early
Octoberfest Anyone?
This week - A true Classic.
Please Reserve Early
Sauerbraten
with potato DUMPLINGS.
Perfect with a nice glass of red wine OR a great OctoberFest Brew.
Sweet Potato &
Sausage Soup
Classic Combinations
Great Wine & Beer
Affordable Indulgence.
Rediscover A
Great Night Out.
C I T Y N E W S
NEW LONDON
Congratulations To Cigar Master Tomas Lochem on the great story in The Day newspaper.
If you missed the article by Anthony Cronin
CLICK HERE
We are proud to offer the entire line of Lochem
Cigars at City News.
***
We have to take a minute to thank everyone for turning out last Sunday for the second installment of the Red Tree Poetry Series at City News. The last Sunday of each month will host a new author at a wine & cheese reception at City News. A reading by the author followed by Q&A is all part of the fun - from 2-4 p.m.There is no charge for these readings - we hope you can join us.
City News is a great place to have a lunch, meet friends, or for just buying the daily papers. All in the original 1900's architecture that we uncovered almost a year ago.
And as always - thanks for your support we appreciate it.
Please Join Us.
It's fun, informal and a great way to start your weekend.
AAA.
Friday will be a special night featuring a lineup of four great new finds from Portugal - our guest,
Alvarino Vino Verde $16
Here's a great big chewy red - Aragones (Tempranillo), Trincadeira, and Syrah grapes - this is clearly related to Port flavors, robust, dark and plummy, unfiltered and unoaked.
Herdade do Pombal Alentejo $14
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon plus the traditional Baga grape from the Bairrada region. Blackberry, chocolate and plum notes, this sees one year in French oak, adding smokiness and balanced tannins.
This is a light Rhone with an interesting story, sourced from a family vineyard of young winemaker Gilles Gasq, an understudy of the great winemaker Paul Jeune from Domaine Montpertuis.
The flagship of the Bogle portfolio, a deep ruby California blend of Petit Syrah, Zinfandel and Mourvedre. Rich, smooth, and detailed - we highly recommend it.
"We Take Under-$20 Pinot Seriously" 
The Goretti Family of the Umbria region of Italy creates this Montefalco Rosso at Fattoria Le Mura Saracene from a blend of Sangiovese, Sagrantino and Merlot. The process begins in stainless steel tanks, then 12 months in oak barrels followed by 8-10 months in bottle.
