| January 28, 2011 | Volume: # 4 Issue: # 4
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JOIN US BEFORE AND AFTER THE GAME! Sun Singer News
The road to great wine is littered with beer bottles.
~ Anonymous
 While We Wait for Spring!
PREDICADOR 2007 RIOJA, SPAIN
regularly $39.95 On Sale $29.95 Save $10
Predicador (Tempranillo 84%, Garnacha 11%, Viura 3% and Graciano 2%) is clearly an expertly crafted wine - very well balanced, with great structure, delicious flavours and a long finish. This is delicious now, but a wine of this quality is certainly capable of improving for five years or so if cellared carefully.
There are few winemakers in Spain more famous then the legendary Benjamin Romeo. From his early days at Artadi where he spearheaded the idea of new-wave Rioja, aged in French, rather then American oak and bottled far earlier with minimum intervention through the winemaking process. From Artadi he set up on his own, producing Contador, the most prized Rioja in all of Spain. Now he produces a range of superlative wines from the new Predicador cuvee, through La Vina des Andres, Cuevo de Contador and the top wine itself. All get whopping scores from Parker, all are impeccable wines.
Mark, Jackie & the Sun Singer Staff
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The Morning Show
Whet Your Whistle
Join Brian Bowman
as he explores the
history of Madiera
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Sensational Saturday Tasting
WHAT'S NEW?
Saturday, January 29nd
12 noon - 4:00 p.m.
Tastings are free!
Click here for this week's listings.
Join us this Saturday and every Saturday as
Sun Singer explores the world of wine!
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from the cellar:
At the Wine Bar!
Sun Singer offers more than 30 wines by the glass every day of the week. Here's a sampling of this week's selections at the Sun Singer Bar.  Click here to have a look at this week's wine selection. 
Wine Feature
Atteca Armas 2007 Old Vine Calatayud, Spain Bodegas Atteca is a collaboration between the Gil family of Jumilla and importer Jorge Ordonez. The grapes for the 2007 Atteca Armas were sourced from a 13 acre hillside vineyard planted in 1909. It was aged for 18 months in new French oak. 2 oz. $6.75 5 oz. $13.50 bottle $52 92 pts. Opaque purple. Heady aromas of black and blue fruits, incense, smoky minerals and cured beef. Deep, sweet and expansive,offering vivid blackberry and blueberry flavors alongwith candied violet and suggestions of cinnamon, allspice and clove. The spiciness repeats strongly on the finish, which is strikingly fresh, energetic and long. 100 % Garnacha. - Stephen Tanzer |
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WELL STOCKED BAR
 TRUE TRADITIONAL DECANTER
Our traditional decanter has a broad base for maximum surface area exposure. Capable of holding 67 ounces, this decanter is a True classic.
* Broad base increases surface area
* 67 fluid ounces
* Dim: 10" H x 9" D
RSVP OLIVATOR
Use the RSVP Olivator Olive Stuffer to create delicious custom cocktails and hors d'oeuvres by plunging flavor into pitted olives. The olive stuffer cores the perfect size and shape of pimento, onion, jalapeņo, garlic or semi-firm cheese and then delivers it into the pitted olive with a simple press of the button. It's an olive stuffing machine. Take the Olivator Olive Stuffer beyond the bar and plunge chocolate or mascarpone cheese into cherries or strawberries, or add tangy goat cheese or chipotle into pitted figs for tasty dessert or appetizer creations. Be creative with your culinary combinations. The RSVP Olivator Olive Stuffer is durably constructed of stainless steel with a soft, padded grip and is dishwasher safe. Care and use instructions included. The Olivator is not designed for pitting olives.
RABBIT RECHARGABLE ELECTRIC CORKSCREW
The Electric Rabbit Corkscrew quickly removes wine corks with the simple touch of a button. Locks on all size of wine and champagne bottles for easier operation than other electric corkscrew. Pulls all types of corks, including plastic.
CORKPOPS ELECTRONIC WINE THERMOMETER
Maximize the flavours of your wine by drinking at the correct temperature for that wine. Did you know that Red wine should be enjoyed at room temperature - not a room in a  centrally heated house but a room in a castle! The Perfect Temperature Electronic Wine Thermometer takes away all the guesswork! 4 simple pre-set settings to assure that your reds, rose wines, whites, and sparkling wines are served at the perfect temperature. Easy to use, turn the unit on and place the probe inside the bottle. If you want to use one of the recommended settings select your choice and place the wine in the fridge or in the room as required. The LCD then displays the actual wine temperature at all times as well as the target temperature. When the two temperatures meet the red light is replaced by a green light and the wine is ready to serve. Easy to use, and a fun gift for the wine lover who has everything.
Sun Singer has everything for the wine lover in your life!
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MASSENA '04
the howling dog
barossa valley, australia
Early experimental batches of Petite Sirah (some as small as 120kg's) produced wines which were rich and deep, but had pronounced tannins which caused tasters to release a slight howl as it crossed the palate. The name Petite Sirah acknowledges that the variety produces Shiraz like berries that are smaller, giving a much darker colour and rich, deep tannins.
100% Petit Sirah (Durif). Black as night and laden with an abundance of natural structure and personality. 100% Petite Sirah, open fermented and left on skins for up to 8 weeks prior to an elevage in new and used French barriques and puncheons. Built more along the lines of a marathon runner than a sprinter, it is already approachable but will greatly reward those who choose to keep a few bottles well into the future.
Remember, this is Durif, not Syrah or Cabernet Sauvignon,
but this dog came to hunt!
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winter BREWS rock:
From Foreign Shores
It may still not be Christmas time, but it's sure looking like it in CU; we're on track to expect snow almost every other day and our temperatures have been plenty cold - enough to complain about. As our Winter Wonderland continues strong after the holidays, we thought it was the perfect time to enjoy some Strong Dark Ales. HEARTY WINTER BREWS....SAVE 10%....THESE ALES AND MORE CHRISTMAS SELECTIONS ARE NOW ON SALE.
 OLFABRIKKEN JULE ALE Denmark
An unconventional Christmas brew that departs from the tradition of Winter warmers being sweet and malty. This Christmas brew is abundantly hopped with the four American C's: Cascade, Chinook, Columbus and Centennial. Cinnamon and coriander provides the Christmas spirit and adds to the merriness.
Brewed on Maris Otter ale malt, crystal malt, wheat malt, soft brown sugar and Demerare cane sugar.Olfabrikken Jule Ale is, of course, unpasteurized, unfiltered and cask conditioned like all of our beers.
 KERSTMUTSKE
CHRISTMAS NIGHTCAP
Belgium It poured a deep, dark ruby brown, with a creamy off-white head, which stuck around as long as I had beer in my glass. Its aroma, to me, was of apples, dark cherries and honey-slathered biscuits; very sweet. I could barely contain my excitement in trying it.Christmas Nightcap has a smooth, medium mouthfeel; a brew you know you have in
your mouth. Its carbonation was hundreds of tiny little bubbles, effervescent but not overpowering to take away from its heavier feel. This incredible beer tasted much like raisins with a hint of apples or a dark cider and sweet molasses. Before swallowing, Christmas Nightcap overall, is a sweet brew, but in the finish, there was an enjoyable apple tartness in the aftertaste.
 BRASSERIE DE LA SENNE
X-MAS ZINNEBIR PALE
Belgium
The name Zinnebir refers to a term from Brussels tradition, - 'zinneke' - slang for the wild mixed-breed dogs that used to inhabit the poor quarters of the city along the Zinne. It means 'little bastards,' and has been applied more recently to those young men living in the poor quarters of Brussels who have flemish-speaking fathers and french-speaking mothers (or vice versa). De La Senne brewer Bernard LeBoucq identifies strongly with the 'little bastards'; he is a French-speaking Bruxellois, brewing in the heart of the Flemish Payottenland. X-mas Zinnebir is a top fermentation beer, re-fermented in the bottle with an alcohol content of 6.50%. Brown color, cloudy. Sweet, spicy aroma with notes of roasted malt. This holiday brew is rich and malty with a kick of spice and a warming feel in the mouth.
HEARTY WINTER BREWS....SAVE 10%....THESE ALES AND MORE CHRISTMAS SELECTIONS ARE NOW ON SALE.
'Tis the season for beer, what's your brew tonight?
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Upcoming
Events
Saturday, Jan. 29nd
Sensational
Saturday
Tasting
12noon - 4:00 p.m.
Free!
Sat., Sun. & Mon.
February 12, 13, 14
Valentne
Sun Singer KEEP LOVE ALIVE 5:00 - Close
Thursday, February 17
Krannert Center
Uncorked 5:00 - 7:00pm
Free!
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cafe special:
ITALIAN
CHEESE
PLATE
ITALIAN CHEESE PLATE
$12.95
served with grapes, apples, dried fruit & baguette
PEPATO Sicily
Sheeps milk: sharp flavor with black peppercorns added.
CLARISSA sardinia
Goat's milk: fruity with grassy & citrus notes-well rounded flavors.
PIAVE belleeno
Cow's milk: aged 12 months, dense texture with bitter almond finish
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Limited Supplies!
Illinois River Winery
Cranberry Snow | | |
Keep the spirit alive!. You loved it during the holidays. True to the fruit, this wine is
100% Cranberry with great aroma, flavor
and a beautiful
Ruby Red color.
Stock up while supplies last.
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Anytime Cheer!
Gift Baskets
by Jackie | | |
Sun Singer is the Gift Basket Capital! Whether you need one or one hundred, Sun Singer can make you a hero(ine) any time of year. Choose among our ready-made selections or let us help you design a custom basket tailored to you specific desires.
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party perfect:
Cocktail
Confections |  |
Brighten your winter and expand your bartending horizons with this collection of unique and hard-to-find cocktail mixers from
Fee Brothers of Rochester, New York,
Old Fashion Bitters
A classic cocktail flavoring for any bar. Made with Angostura bark, along with other spices and citrus oils.
Mint Bitters
Use Fee Brothers Mint Bitters to add the fresh taste of peppermint to your cocktails, cake frostings, sauces, dessert toppings, milk shakes and more.
Lemon Bitters
A Fee Brothers original, Lemon Bitters lend a snappy citrus taste with a hint of lemongrass to your drinks.
Falernum
This Caribbean favorite has flavors of lime, almond and ginger. Once a lost ingredient, it's making a comeback in the cocktail community.
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it won't last:
Bell's
HOPSLAM |  | |
Starting with six different hop varietals added to the brew kettle & culminating with a massive dry-hop addition of Simcoe hops, Bell's Hopslam Ale possesses the most complex hopping schedule in the Bell's repetoire.
Get yours before
it's gone!
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always perfect:
Sun Singer
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