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Cape Cod Package Store    August 2008

In This Issue
Frosty cold brews
Wines of Summer
Going Green
Special August Events
New Products
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Greetings!
As summer begins to wind down, we hope this email finds you 'chilling and grilling' with family and friends. Select a 'summer' wine or craft beer from the suggestions below to accompany your favorite recipes!
 
Next time your in the store be sure to ask for your complimentary copy of 'Simply Wine'. Highlights in this month's issue;
  • Fantastic whites from the Finger Lakes region, including the Rieslings coming out of the three wine trails in upstate New York,
  • Women in Wine, the first in a series of insightful interviews with movers and shakers in the American wine industry.
  • Whimsical wineries and their labels.

Learn more about upcoming events and new products. Summer contests are brewing...see direct links below.

 Craft Beers
Summer Wezen
 
Take time to enjoy a frosty cold beer  
and save 10% off when you create your own
variety pack of 6 craft beers.
 
Stop in today to take advantage of our selection of summer brews. They won't last much longer!
 
 
  • Geary's Summer Ale
  • Boulder Beer's Sweaty Betty Blonde
  • Red Sky at Night Saison Ale by Clipper City Beer
  • Long Trail's Blackberry Wheat

    Enter to Win a Long Trail Adventure Package which includes a two night stay in Killington, Vt, a foliage helicopter tour of the Killington region, lunch and tour at the brewery and Long Trail gear!

    Click here to enter to win a kayak package from Geary Brewing Co. and EMS

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    Wines of Summer

     ''Wines of Summer' Tasting  ~ TODAY ~ August 15th at 4pm
     
     Whites
    • Trinchero & Clos du Bois Riesling
    • Seaglass Sauvignon Blanc
    • Sonoma Chardonnay
    • Terrazas Reserva Chardonnay
    • Livio Fellauga Pinot Grigio
    • Domaine Chandon Brut Rose Sparkling Wine

    Reds

    • Trinchero Pinot Noir
    • Ravenswood Zen of Zinfandel
    • Casa Lapostolle Cabernet Sauvignon
    • Terrazas Malbec

     Going Green...

    French Rabbit TetrapakParty-friendly boxed wines are great for beach or backyard barbecues! Light-weight, recyclable, easy to open and reseal, they chill quickly, and they won't break if you drop them. Instead of the standard 5-liter size, higher quality boxed wines have reduced their size. They range from 3 liter (equal to four bottles), to 1 liter, and are even available in 250 ml. that equals a single glass of wine.

    The Boisset family, who has been a leader in introducing sustainable, biodynamic and organic winemaking methods at all of its vineyards have took things to the next level with French Rabbit wines in Tetra-Prisma containers. The Tetra-Prisma containers take less energy to produce, transport and recycle.  Others you may want to try are
    Hardys, Black Box , Fish Eye , and Bandit by Three Thieves

    Read a review by Leslie Sbrocco, a highly reputable wine expert, who highlights the positive attributes of these surprisingly tasty convenient options.



     

    Special August Events

    Barnstable Land Trust LogoGifts from the Sea,  Barnstable Land Trust's  annual fundraising event will be held on this upcoming Saturday, August 16th from 5:00-8pm. Call 508-771-2585 for more information. ~

    Upcoming Tastings
     
    Saturday, August 16th, 4pm
    St. Germain Liqueur
     (see description below)
     
     
    Friday, August 22nd 
    Wine Tasting with Ralph from Baystate Wines
     
    Saturday, August 23rd, 4pm
    featuring the 'Wines of Summer'
     
    Sunday, August 24th, 2pm
    Kahlua Tasting
     
    Click on the 'Events' link above for a complete listing...
     
    New Products
    Rain Organic Vodka  is 100% organic, distilled 7 times from organic white corn. Available in 4 great flavors; Lavender Lemonade, Honey Mango Melon,
    Red Grape Hibiscus, and Cucumber Lime. Try this delicious vodka with your favorite mixers!
      
     
    St GermainSt-Germain, Délice de Surea, is the first liqueur crafted in the artisanal French style from 100% handpicked fresh elderflower blossoms. With flavor notes of pear, grapefruit and tropical fruits, St-Germain is ideal in cocktails, pairing well with a variety of spirits . Great for  a summer hostess gift for parties and events.A unique ingredient cocktail recipes that are ideal for summer entertaining. Purchase a 750 ml. bottle and receive a complimentary shaker!
     
    The St. Germain Cocktail
    2 shots Champagne (or Sauvignon Blanc)
    1 1/2 shots St. Germain Liqueur
    Top with 2 shots of sparkling water
    Mix in tall, ice-filled Collins glass,
    Garnish with a twist of lemon
     

     
     
    John Pendergast, Jr., Andrea Pendergast, Danette Atsalis and everyone here at
     

    Cape Cod Package Store, Inc.
    508-775-2065