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Volume: # 2 Issue: # 22
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In Brief
Our Patio is open for Lunch & Dinner Daily - weather permitting.
Sun Singer offers a 10% discount on full case wine purchases.
June Already!
Wow! We can't believe that May is already passed. Between U of I Graduation and the Memorial Day holiday the month sped away. It's time to get in the summer routine or that will be gone just as quickly.
During June, Brian Bowman will be offering both Wine 101 and Wine 102 classes. To help you feel inspired, we're offering a $5 discount when you register for both June classes as a package. Just think, while June is busting out all over you can exponentially increase your wine knowledge and pleasure. Summer looks just a bit sweeter now.
Father's Day is a traditional part of June festivities. Sun Singer has lots of goodies to tickle Dad's fancy and make you look like a real hero. While that new set of golf clubs might be appreciated, a selection of his favorite whiskey or scotch and a tasting glass to accompany can go along way without the expensive price tag. A selection of fun beers from the country's best microbreweries or a bottle or two of highly sophisticated wine that shows your good taste and his. Or, if you're truly undecided a Sun Singer Gift Card is always appreciated and who knows, he might take you out to dinner! Whatever you decide, just remember that Dad is a pretty impressive guy and your choice at Sun Singer is sure to impress him.
You'll Love Torrontes!
If you like muscat, especially its seductive aroma of exotic fruits and heady white flowers, try its Argentinian soul mate: torrontes. Like muscat, the torrontes grape produces wines that are ntensely aromatic and high in acidity. Grown at extremely high elevations in Argentina's Cafayate region, it is the country's most widely planted white grape. Scientists at the University of California at Davis discovered that torrontes is a cross between muscat of Alexandria and criolla chica, one strain of the grape known as mission n California. In the world of grape genetics, the 'child' grape does not necessarily mirror the characteristics of its tow parents; however, in this case, torrontes did seem to inherit the traits of at least one onf its predecessors. While it's not quite as effusive as muscat of Alexandria, one sniff of a torrontes will definitely make you believe there's a muscat nearby.
We look forward to you joining us soon.
Best Wishes,
Mark, Jackie & the Sun Singer Staff
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Sensational Saturday Tasting
Tried & True!
Saturday, June 6th 12noon - 4:00 p.m.
Price: Complimentary
Sun Singer offers complimentary tastings every Saturday afternoon between 12noon - 4:00pm. We invite you to join us each and every Saturday afternoon as we explore the many pleasures of the palate!
Proven worthy over the long term, this week's selections include wines that you can count on in those moments of need. We need you to join us this Saturday!
Click here for a complete list of Saturday's tasting.
P.S. We offer a great lunch in our Wine Bar Cafe. Stop by for the fun, stop by to refresh and refuel. Join us for 'Lunch and a Taste' every Saturday at Sun Singer.
Next week: What Is This?
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Wine 101: An Introduction
Sunday, June 14th 
4:00 - 6:00pm
Our Price: $20/person
Join us at Sun Singer as we
de-mystify the world of wine. Wine 101 will introduce you to the everyday pleasures of wine.
We will begin this interactive class by discussing the various approaches to wine. We'll cover some of the basic wine terminology and flavor components of wine. We'll also talk about where wine comes from, how it is made and the characteristics of the 7 basic wine grape varieties as well as tasting the wines.
Class is scheduled to last 2 hours. However, the Question & Answer time at the end of the prepared class has been known to last an additional hour as Brian likes to answer all of the participants' questions.
After this introduction you'll feel more comfortable with the 'language' of wine, ordering wine in a restaurant and how to explain what you want from a wine when choosing one in the store. With any luck you'll be on the road to a lifetime of enjoyment in a world of wine!
Sign up today by calling Sun Singer at 351-1115.
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 Summer Menu Debuts in the Wine Bar & Cafe!
Chef Sherry Casillas has refreshed our menu as we swing into summer. To reflect the season, there'll be changes to every category, and we'd like you to be the judge. Make a date to stop by
as we usher in the season with some
sensational new treats in the Wine Bar & Cafe!
Here's a taste of what's new to tempt your taste buds:
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Indian Vegetable Salad
Mixed
greens with cucumbers, tomatoes, rd onion, garbanzo beans, Indian
spices, fresh herbs and peanuts served over warm naan bread.
**Vegetarian
Caribbean Marinated Shrimp
Caribbean spiced shrimp served cold over greens with pineapple salsa and mango glaze.
Greek Nachos
Mediterranean spiced pita chips topped with cucumber, tomato, red onion, capers, olives and feta cheese.
Texas Caviar
A zesty mix of blackeyed peas, celery, red onion tomato, hot sauce and cilantro served with tortilla chips.
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Marinated Portobello Sandwich
Served open faced with balsamic marinated portobello mushroom, roasted red peppers, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil and balsamic vinaigrette on ciabatta bread.
Chipotle Chicken Wrap
Roasted chicken breast, chipotle mayonnaise, black bean salsa, tomatoes, romaine lettuce and salsa jack cheese in a wrap.
Blueberry Krunch Pie
Crumbly topped blueberry pie served with lemon cream.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
Silky chocolate-peanut filling served with shipped cream.
Brownies, Brownies, Brownies!
Your choice of Butterscotch Blondies,White Chocolate Lemon and/or Almond Oatmeal. |
Sparkling Suggestions
on a Budget
Whether
it's a barbecue or a brunch for a large group of friends and you want
to serve sparkling without spending an arm and a leg consider two
economical favorites: cava and Cremant de Bourgogne. Cava
is a sparkling wine from the Penedes region of Spain. It is made in
the traditional Champagne method, but from the local grape varieties
macabeo, xarel-lo and parellada. A brut or extra brut cava is a good
choice for a large group - you can expect crisp, citrusy fruit with a
touch of minerality and earthiness.
Or try a Cremant de Bourgogne from
Burgundy, France made from chardonnay and pinot noir grapes and
featuring nice apple fruit and just baked bread flavors. The best part
of these wine? The price. Many examples range from $9 to $17 a bottle.
Both
cava and Cremant de Bourgogne are also great for making Kir royale
cocltails. Just add a teaspoon of cold creme de cassis to each glass
of bubbly and turn a party into a festival!
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Give Yourself A Hand!
with True Tools Ceramic Buffet Plates
Wine and cheese please! Never feel tipsy again with our two-in one party favorite. NOW ON SALE!Reg. $39.99 Now $24.99 While supplies lastPerfect for summer entertaining. Each set of Ceramic Buffet Plates comes in four stylish colors - hot pink, lime
green, electric yellow and neon orange - leaving a place for you to
rest your wine glass. You will be able to snack, drink and talk with
your one free hand.
Check out our Gift area for other fun selections!
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Make Your
Summer Table Sparkle
Put a sparkle on your summer table with the addition of these Pearl Rainbow Martini glasses and the 6" Prism Bowl exclusively from Merritt International. These very popular and extremely pretty group of glasses and tableware are being offered in small groups rather then large sets, so our
customers can assemble their own sets.
 Both pieces are made from acrylic.
Acrylic is extremely durable and will wear well if not washed with scrub pads.
NOW ON SALE
Martini Reg. $7.49 Sale $5.99
6" Bowl Reg $6.99 Sale $3.99
While Supplies Last
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Upcoming Events
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The Morning Show WCFN
Wednesday, June 17th approximately 8:35 am
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Barbeque & Wine |
Nowadays, most Americans celebrate Memorial Day as the official kick-off of Barbeque Season. Get ready to warm up the coals, slather on the sauce, and pull the cork.
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Bodegas Catena Alamos Torrontes '07
Mendoza, Argentina
Torrontés has a unique
expression in Argentina and has often been called the country's signature
white varietal. Alamos Torrontés captures all of the explosive aromatic
character of this Argentine grape, with lively notes of citrus and peach
fruit interwoven with delicate layers of jazmine blossom and fresh herbs.
The wine is light and fresh on the palate with excellent balance and
finishing with bright, crisp acidity.
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New In The Hangar
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HANGAR ONE
Spiced Pear Vodka
Very Limited!!!
This is a limited edition, seasonal bottling from one of our favorite vodka producers, Hangar One. The Bartlett pears for this vodka come from Colorado's high dessert, they are small and fragrant becoming even more so when they're macerated and distilled on a small copper still. The result is a vodka that's clean, with focused pear fruit aromas and a subtle pear flavor with a hint of clove spice. Try it chilled for a festive martini.
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