Hi Everyone,

I’m sending this email a little early since I will be leaving tomorrow for a mini vacation with my family. I wanted to fill you in on our wine tastings for next week. We will have 3 days of tasting! Thursday and Saturday will feature 2 wonderful local NH winery’s. If you haven’t tasted wines from Labelle Winery or Zorvino Vineyards you’re in for a treat. And Friday’s tasting will feature our new “Wines of the Month”.

I also want to give you advance notice on our special “Mother’s Day” wine tasting. On Saturday May 9th, Patrick Dunn will be back pouring his extra delicious wines! We will also be tasting Cabot Cheeses. They contacted me a few months ago and would love all of you to taste a variety of their cheeses. It should be a lot of fun (it always is with Patrick). I will send out more information next week. 

Thursdays Wine Tasting – LaBelle Winery, Amherst NH

Heirloom Apple - This unique wine is made with only heirloom apples. Their historically valued characteristics yield a more complex wine, replete with floral notes of roses and tulips.  

Seyval Blanc - This elegant, fruity wine is slow-fermented, resulting in a delicate and beautiful wine with floral, fruity notes and soft tannins.

Cranberry Wine - This refreshing wine is the perfect balance of light sweetness and tart cranberry. Made from 100% New England cranberries, the wine’s brilliant red color and bright flavor entice and compliments a wide variety of food pairings. 

Red Raspberry Wine – Be prepared to challenge your preconceptions of fruit wine! This sinfully good wine is sweet but not cloying, intense but soft. The texture is clean, medium-bodied and ripe, with seductive aromas of fresh raspberries. This wine smells as good as it tastes. Excellent with chocolate, fresh fruit and cheese, or cheesecake, or simply sip as dessert itself.

Blueberry Wine - A light red, meduim bodied wine, this Blueberry Wine will please the palate with rich, soft notes of vanilla and fresh fruit. Made with 100 % New Hampshire wild blueberries, this light dinner wine has something for everyone with a hint of sweetness and a lingering, dry finish. 

Friday’s Wine Tasting – Wines of the Month (WotM)

“New Wine” 2007 Lake Sonoma Winery – Chardonnay – Russian River Valley, California - Ripe flavors of Bosc pears and green apples are integrated with hints of vanilla from French oak.  ($19.99 WotM $18.00)    

“New Wine” 2004 Lake Sonoma Winery - Zinfandel – Dry Creek Valley, California -  Plum, blackberry and cherry mingle with an elegant mid-palate of creamy vanilla. Light oak and a medley of spice lengthen the finish. ($23.99 WotM $21.60) 

Saturday’s Wine Tasting – Zorvino Vineyards, Sandown NH

Sauvignon Blanc - The grapes for this Sauvignon Blanc come from Chile and has some nice minerality and citrus notes. The finish has pear and green apple flavors.  

Pearz – Light and crisp with nice acidity and subtle fruit notes. The finish has flavors of caramel and raison.

Peachz - Light and crisp, slightly sweet, with nice acidity and subtle fruit notes of peaches.

Fragolez – Reisling with a touch of Strawberry - Like drinking a fruit salad. Light refreshing and well balanced. 

Alicante Bouschet – A wonderful red wine made from this unique grape varietal. Fruity, not sweet and slightly floral. This wine was a big hit at the YMCA wine tasting.

We will be closed on Tuesday April 28 but will be open our regular hours for the remainder of the week.

Our wine tasting on Thursday and Friday is from 4:30 to 7:00 and on Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00.

Until then – Cheers!

Paula

Hi Everyone,

Hope all is well and your looking forward to tasting some new wines. Please join us on Thursday, Bob from RP Imports will be pouring 4 fantastic wines.

Thursdays Wine Tasting 

“New Wine” 2007 Telmo Rodriguez Basa, Verdejo, Macabeo, Sauvignon Blanc – Rueda, Spain - From one of Rioja’s most popular producers comes a delicious white. Aromas of stone fruit and citrus with notes of green apple, lime and roses on the palate. Great with a bowl of olives. ($16.99) 

“New Wine” 2007 Mt. Nelson – Sauvignon Blanc – Marlborough, New Zealand - A fabulous Sauvignon Blanc that explodes from the glass with ripe gooseberries. Boldly-flavored, this medium-bodied, silky-textured wine offers layers of pink grapefruit, gooseberries and spices. It has terrific mouth-feel and a long fruit-filled finish. ($21.99 )

2006 Morgan, Syrah, Monterey, California - Aromas and flavors include sweet berries, spice and black pepper. The black/purple color hints at a wine of rich fruit and structure. The wine picks up barrel spice, brown sugar, and pepper notes on the finish with firm, round tannins. ($24.99)  

2005 Girard Artistry – 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Cabernet Franc, 14% Petit Verdot, 9% Malbec, 1% Merlot – St. Helena – California - Aromas of baked cherries, dark plum, lavender, cinnamon, allspice and freshly-cut herbs. There are also hints of tobacco, leather, and toasted pecan. On the palate, this smooth-textured wine offers a full-mouth, medium bodied feel. The firm tannins are very well integrated, making the wine elegant and approachable at an early age. There are multiple layers to this complex blend that reveal themselves through decanting or by giving the wine time to open up in the glass. ($42.99 )

Saturday’s Wine Tasting

2006 Grove Street – Chardonnay – Sonoma, California - Fragrances of green apple and papaya. Citrus and green apple on the palate, this well-balanced wine will complement any meal. ($16.99)    

“New Wine” 2004 Easton House - California Red Wine – Amador County, California -  House or “H” is an easy drinking everyday table wine composed of predominately Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromas of plum and round on the palate.  Have a bottle open on the counter to relax with after work when other beverages just won’t do the trick! ($14.99) 

New Wine

2005 D-Cubed - Zinfandel – Napa, California -  Bright cherry, raspberry fruit and some nice spice. This medium bodied wine has rich tannins that are smooth and supple, with balanced acidity. ($15.99/375ml) 

Our wine tasting on Thursday is from 4:30 to 7:00 and on Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00.

Until then – Cheers!

Paula

Hi Everyone,

I wanted to send out a reminder about the benefit wine tasting and auction the YMCA is having this Friday, April 17 at the Executive Court Banquet Facility in Manchester. Lots of great auction items and lots of great wine to taste. There will be many distributers at this event pouring their wines. I will be there – just hanging out and having fun. Tickets are $35.00 and can be purchased at the door. The event is from 6:30 to 8:30.

Until then – Cheers!

Paula

Hi Everyone,

Hope you all had a great Easter/Passover celebration – some of you are still looking forward to Greek Easter – all of us are looking forward to some wonderful Spring days.

Please join us on Thursday, Ambra from F & F Imports will be pouring 4 fabulous wines.

Thursdays Wine Tasting 

“New Wine” 2007 Jelu, Malbec Rose, San Juan, Argentina - Hand harvested and organic, this wine offers aromas of red cherries and raspberry jam with bright acidity and freshness. ($16.99) 

“New Wine” 2006 Diogenes – Sauvignon Blanc – Lake County, California - Ripe citrus, tropical fruit, mango and pineapple. Medium-weight and refreshing. Finishes with notes of honeyed grapefruit and lemon zest. ($17.99 )

“Returning Wine” 2007 Jelu, Malbec, San Juan, Argentina - Hand harvested and organic, this wine has a dense purple color with floral notes of blackberry and vanilla. Great with BBQ and savoury meats. ($16.99)  

2006 Hobo – Zinfandel – Dry Creek Valley – California - This is a Zin built for dinner. The nose offers a mix of sweet plums, red berries, black and white peppercorns, smoke and earth. It is supple and rich on the palate, with cracked pepper, plum and red licorice. Great for pork roast, barbecued ribs or a pizza. ($21.99 )

Saturday’s Wine Tasting

“New Wine and Customer Pick” 2007 Vina Chocalan - Carmenere – Maipo Valley, Chile – 91 Pts WS - Great aromatic intensity, with a vegetal character reminiscent of cooked green beans, black pepper, dried chili peppers, and dried grass. High acidity, persistent and consistent with the characteristics of the variety. The tannins are especially round. ($15.99)

“Returning Wine” 2005 Alaia - 50% Prieto Picudo, 35% Tempranillo, 15% Merlot – Castilla y Leon, Spain – 89 Pts WA - This is a no-oak blend. Dark ruby-colored, it offers a fragrant, fruity nose of blackberry, blueberry and black currant. Supple, fleshy and ripe, it is an excellent value. ($14.99)

New Wine

2004 Easton House - California Red Wine – Amador County, California –  House or “H” is an easy drinking everyday table wine composed of predominately Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromas of plum and round on the palate.  Have a bottle open on the counter to relax with after work when other beverages just won’t do the trick! ($14.99) 

Our wine tasting on Thursday is from 4:30 to 7:00 and on Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00.

Until then – Cheers!

Paula

Hi Everyone,

Thanks to all who came out on Saturday for our artist reception/wine tasting/fundraiser. Thanks to Connie for sharing her artwork and to Sandy for pouring many tasty wines. We had a great time and will make a wonderful donation to Londonderry Warm Homes.  And the winner of the raffle basket is – Deb Levins. 

Thursdays wine tasting will feature 4 new wines poured by Jill from Perfecta. All of these wines will pair with your Easter meal. A great variety, something for everyone.

We also have some very cute chocolate Easter bunnies and chocolate Easter eggs. All from Granite State Candy. 

Thursdays Wine Tasting 

2007 Urban, Riesling, Mosel Saar Ruwer, Germany - Urban Riesling is a contemporary wine with traditional roots. The best grapes available from neighbors’ vineyards are selected to produce a wine which reflects the authentic taste profile of top quality Mosel Rieslings: racy and spritzy with ripe aromas, smoky and floral in the nose, with brilliant fruit and the typical Mosel slate minerality. ($14.99) 

“New Wine” 2006 Taft Street – Pinot Noir - Sonoma, California - Distinctive black cherry and earthy complexity are evident, and a balanced acidity brings the wine into harmony. ($19.99 )

2006 Red Dust – Shiraz – South Eastern Australia - Intense bouquet with black fruit balanced by spicy, peppery notes that add complexity. Rich ripe fruit on the palate and great depth of flavor combining dark chocolate and ripe currant in smooth silky tannins with a soft slightly smoky finish. ($13.99 )

“New Wine” 2006 S3X – Late Harvest Riesling - Russian River Valley, California - “When one is drinking this sumptuous dessert wine one only needs to take small, sweet, sips to enjoy the harmonious balance of bright acidity and the ripe fruit of apricots and pears. The wine just melts in your mouth.” Winemaker, Matt Cline. (Sheila loves this dessert wine) ($38.99)

Saturday’s Wine Tasting

2007 Valley of the Moon - Pinot Blanc – Sonoma, California - Rich and complex flavors of pears, tropical fruit and a hint of tangerine leads to a creamy finished balanced with bright acidity. ($16.99)

“New Wine” 2006 Ruffino Santedame Chianti Classico - Sangiovese – Tuscany, Italy - Medium-bodied and smooth with elegant, soft fruity notes. The tannins are velvety and well integrated in the fruity core. The after taste is long lingering and characterised by notes of strawberry pie and cherry jam. ($21.99)

Our wine tasting on Thursday is from 4:30 to 7:00 and on Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00.

Until then – Cheers!

Paula

Hi Everyone,

Since you most likely won’t be able to get to that yard work tomorrow – be sure to drop in for our wine tasting/artist reception. We have an additional wine that Sandy will be pouring, an Argentinean Malbec. As an extra bonus we will also have bread from The Good Loaf to purchase.

Saturday’s Wine Tasting

2007 Hendry - Unoaked Chardonnay – Napa Valley, California - This is a wonderful California duplication of a fine French Chablis. Lovely notes of lemon blossoms, quince and white currants are accompanied by zesty acidity, medium body, and excellent freshness. ($21.99)

2007 L’Ecole No. 41 “Walla Voila” - Chenin Blanc – Columbia Valley, Washington - Delicious peach and pear notes on the nose and palate, a honey sweetness, with crisp acidity on the finish. ($17.99)

“New Wine” 2006 WillaKenzie Estate – Pinot Noir -  Willamette Valley, Oregon - On the nose, it offers bright cherry and hints of earthiness. On the palate, it is a bit sweet with that distinctive candied cherry taste but with decent acidity and some tannins. ($28.99) 

“New Wine” 2006 Vignobles Brunier Le Pigeoulet -  80% Grenache – 10% Cabernet Sauvignon,  5% Syrah, 5% Cinsault - Provence, France - Fresh, well-balanced flavors of red fruits, slightly mentholated. The tannic structure is very unobtrusive and well integrated, the end is full of finesse. ($20.99)  

“New Wine” 2006 Familia Barberis - Malbec – Mendoza, Chile - Smooth palate, with very good fruit to wood balance. The finish is solid and spicy, with tangy tannins and pepper notes. ($18.99)     

Our wine tasting on Saturday is from 1:00 to 4:00. Hope to see you.

Until then – Cheers!

Paula

Hi Everyone,

2 great wine tastings this week and lots of new wines – what a great combination.

Thursdays wine tasting will feature 3 new wines poured by Sheila and me. So be sure to drop in – you don’t want us to develop a complex.

On Saturday, Londonderry artist and photographer Connie Price will be here at 1:00 pm. We will have a wine tasting with Sandy from R.P. Imports as well as light refreshments. We look forward to seeing you.

Thursdays Wine Tasting 

“New Wine and Wine of the Month” 2007 Veramonte - Sauvignon Blanc, Chile – 91 Pts. WS - Zesty on the nose, with herb and floral notes, and zesty on the palate, with melon and citrus. Voted best Sauvignon Blanc and a top 100 value wine of the year by Wine and Spirits. ($14.99 WotM $13.50) 

“New Wine and Wine of the Month” 2005 Primus - 51% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Carménère - Casablanca Valley, Chile - 92 Pts. WS – On the palate, spicy, good fruit, blackberry juice and clove, touches of plums and cherries. Closer to a French Bordeaux than a California Meritage. ($24.99 WotM $22.50)

“New Wine” 2006 Sagelands – 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Malbec, 6% Merlot, 3% Syrah, 1% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot - Sierra Foothills, California - The perfect combination of ripe fruit, smooth tannins and balanced acidity. Elegant and ruby colored with a delicate nose of Bing cherry and chocolate aromas. The palate shows juicy mixed berry flavors and cinnamon with silky tannins and a round, smooth black licorice finish. ($16.99)

Saturday’s Wine Tasting

2007 Hendry - Unoaked Chardonnay – Napa Valley, California - This is a wonderful California duplication of a fine French Chablis. Lovely notes of lemon blossoms, quince and white currants are accompanied by zesty acidity, medium body, and excellent freshness. ($21.99)

2007 L’Ecole No. 41 “Walla Voila” - Chenin Blanc – Columbia Valley, Washington - Delicious peach and pear notes on the nose and palate, a honey sweetness, with crisp acidity on the finish. ($17.99)

“New Wine” 2006 WillaKenzie Estate – Pinot Noir –  Willamette Valley, Oregon - On the nose, it offers bright cherry and hints of earthiness. On the palate, it is a bit sweet with that distinctive candied cherry taste but with decent acidity and some tannins. ($28.99) 

“New Wine” 2006 Vignobles Brunier Le Pigeoulet -  80% Grenache – 10% Cabernet Sauvignon,  5% Syrah, 5% Cinsault - Provence, France – Fresh, well-balanced flavors of red fruits, slightly mentholated. The tannic structure is very unobtrusive and well integrated, the end is full of finesse. ($20.99)  

New Wines

2006 Grove Street – Chardonnay – Sonoma, California - Fragrances of green apple and papaya. Citrus and green apple on the palate, this well-balanced wine will complement any meal. ($16.99)   

2006 Familia Barberis - Malbec – Mendoza, Chile - Smooth palate, with very good fruit to wood balance. The finish is solid and spicy, with tangy tannins and pepper notes. ($18.99)    

Returning Wine

Fire Fly – Shiraz – Victoria,Australia - This Shiraz is produced from grapes harvested under the cool night skies. These ideal conditions help to preserve the fresh and vibrant fruit flavours, which are of dark plum with pleasing hints of spice and pepper. ($12.99)  

Our wine tasting on Thursday is from 4:30 to 7:00 and on Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00.

 Until then – Cheers!

Paula