Vacation? Staycation? Libation!
+ Grenache reigns supreme at our next two tastings!
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Vacation or Staycation:
We have the Libations!
The 2015 edition of our annual Vacation Pack has arrived! Is this the most splendiferous pack thus far? We're pretty certain that it is! This care package of six delicious and versatile Wine Authorities Selections features two crisp whites, two tangy rosés, and two sumptuous reds to accompany you on your various summer adventures and relaxing moments at home. These wines clock in at a deep discount, and we're also throwing in a stylish blue Wine Authorities tote so you can totally take them wherever the fun is! It's only $65 (plus tax) after a 30% discount! Click here to read more.
Also! If this year's Vacation Pack isn't quite what you have in mind for the journeys you've planned, we're always happy to help put something special together for you!
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Grenache!
Our next two tastings bask in the Mediterranean glory that is Grenache. We begin, on Saturday, by tracing the famed varietal back to its northern Spanish birthplace of Aragón. Then, at next week's Tasty Tuesday, we'll follow the grape to the southwestern reaches of France's Rhone valley for fantastic new rosé from Tavel, as well as a bold red, and voluptuous white (courtesy of Grenache's white-skinned mutation, Grenache Blanc). Gotcha, Garnacha!
Real Customer Comment:
"I don't pretend to be a wine guy. I come here because
I trust you to always make the right suggestions."
- Alex S.
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Meinklang Dinner!
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Angela & Werner Michlits of Meinklang
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Wednesday, June 17th
Most likely, since you're reading our email, you're a fan of adventurous and artisan cuisine, so this should be right up your alley. Next Wednesday (June 17th) is set to provide a unique and exciting opportunity to discover (or revisit) the fabulous wines of Austria's Meinklang (one of our favorite wineries) while reveling in the singular cuisine of downtown Raleigh's Garland! Chef Cheetie Kumar's adventurous, Southeast Asian and Indian-inspired flair promises to perfectly balance the iconic producer's biodynamic and distinctive wines. We couldn't be more excited to be involved! There are only a few seats remaining, so go to garlandraleigh.com or call Garland today (919-833-6886) for your reservations!
First course:
Strawberry shrub marinated beets, cucumber, radish, yogurt paneer, crème fraiche, popped rice
Paired with:
Pinot Noir Rosé Frizzante "Prosa" 2013
Second Course:
Local fish crudo, pink peppercorn, microsalad
Paired with:
Grüner Veltliner 2014
Third Course:
Ham and Littleneck clam custard, chili, green onion
Paired with:
Pinot Gris "Graupert" 2013
Fourth Course:
Grilled fank steak, charred summer squash,
bagna cauda, roasted onion-fennel relish,
Spring chimichurri
Paired with:
Fifth Course:
Beet compote tart, blueberry gastrique, whipped local cheese, coriander candied almonds
Paired with:
2010 Sank Laurent "Konkret"
*Vegetarian options available for all courses w/ 48 hour advanced notice
 Wednesday, June 17th 14 W Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601 Garland: (919) 833-6886
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The pink oasis that refreshes our mouths and nourishes our souls is once again in bloom! The Rosé Garden has arrived. As always, a portion of each and every bottle of rosé sold will be donated to the fight against breast cancer! We recently donated $2,500 from last year's rosé sales thanks to you!!
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Tasty Tuesday!
La Rocalière:
Lirac & Tavel
This Tuesday, May 16th, we present our FREE
midweek wine tasting! Every Tuesday is tasty...
5:00 - 7:00 pm
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Sisters Mélanie & Séverine of La Rocalière
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We're bursting with bold, Mediterranean excitement to introduce everyone to the wines of Domaine la Rocalière, one of the newest additions to our stable of "Wine Authorities Selections"! Hailing from the Southern Rhone's right bank and producing gorgeous examples of Tavel (the king of rosé!) and Lirac (in both majestic red and white varieties), this estate is essentially smack across the river from Chateauneuf-du-Pape and yields truly phenomenal wines of excellent value. See you there!
And don't forget:
Our Tasty Tuesday 15% Half-Case Discount!
After you taste, put together 6 bottles from our Tasty Tuesday lineup, and we'll take an entire 15% off!
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This Saturday from 12 to 3 PM
"try before you buy" at
our FREE tasting
The Gargantuan Garnacha Values of
Bodegas Tempore!
Introducing Finca La Cañada!
If the phrase "Kingdom of Aragón" evokes thoughts for you of an imposing landscape filled with ancient castles and fortified cities, then you're on the right track, but there's also treasure in the hills, and that powerfully purpley quarry is the equally ancient Garnacha grape. Garnacha (or, as the french call it, Grenache) is a native to these northern Spanish climes, and it continues to reach its rich, ripe zenith in this arid and awe-inspiring environment. Join us on Saturday for a tangy rosé, three exemplary reds featuring the varietal at work as well a fantastic young Tempranillo. Two of these selections, the "Finca La Cañada" wines, are completely new and among the best values we've encountered in ages. Garnacha guaranteed!
Bodegas Tempore
{organic} 100% Garnacha
(Aragón, Spain)
STRAWBERRY & BLOOD ORANGE, TANGY & MOUTHFILLING
Aragón might take its name from an ancient kingdom and countryside littered with the ruins of imposing fortresses and medieval castles, but there's nothing imposing or ancient about this delightfully tangy rosé made from the region's native Garnacha grape. Its striking fuchsia iridescence...
Bodegas Tempore
Tempranillo 2014
"Finca La Cañada"
{organic} 100% Tempranillo (Aragón, Spain)
PLUM, LIGHTLY EARTHY,
SMOOTH & DELICIOUS
The Finca La Cañada is a vineyard recently planted by Bodegas Tempore using the same focus on quality, organic viticulture, and grape character as their "Terrae" and "G" wines. Just south of Rioja, this area is no stranger to making...
Bodegas Tempore
{organic} 100% Garnacha (Aragón, Spain)
BRIGHT BLACK RASPBERRY. SPICY, SMOOTH, DELICIOUS!
From this area, the birthplace of the Grenache/Garnacha grape, comes this lovely, refreshingly fruity red. And no, it's not from Canada, eh? (bonus info: The label is made from stone paper, instead of wood paper.) Another new Wine Authorities exclusive...
Bodegas Tempore
Garnacha Joven 2013
"Terrae"
{organic} 100% Grenache
(Aragón, Spain)
A BOUQUET OF VIOLETS,
A BOWL OF BLACKBERRIES
The Yago Aznar family continues a long history of respectful farming practices and viticultural sensibilities, evident in their organic "Terrae" wines. Their old vine Garnacha grapes ripen on the arid plains where Zaragoza, Teruel, and Bajo Aragón meet...
{sustainable} 100% Garnacha
RICH BLACKBERRY, SPICY FIG, SILKY COCOA
Another beautiful take on Aragón's native Garnacha grape from Bodegas Tempore, and this one tips the scales. The iconic "G" only spends four months in oak, which speaks to how naturally luscious and concentrated...
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Hope to see you Saturday!
Our best to you,
Grand Poobah & the Wine Authorities staff
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