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THIS FRIDAY NIGHT
The Black Sheep Of Chile

7th Annual Wines of Chile Awards - Oveja Negra Wines

Best Value Award for Oveja Negra Wines

For the past couple of months, one of our regular salespeople, Mr. Shawn Taylor, has been cajoling us to let him host a Friday night and present to you a selection of wine. We put him off as long as we possibly could - but we ran out of reasons to postpone. And so, for the very first time, on our big stage - please welcome Shawn Taylor and the wines of Oveja Negra. He sincerely looks forward to meeting you and sharing these award winning selections from Chile.

This emblematic San Rafael Estate is located in the geographical area of San Rafael in the Maule Valley, close to the Andes Mountains and the Descabezado Volcano.

Since 1994 550-hectares have been planted predominantly to red varieties. In 1998 this all organic project commenced totaling today 38 hectares planted to Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Malbec, Syrah and Pinot Noir. In search of better expression and identity of each variety, Oveja Wines has investigated the range that best match the characteristics of the soil in San Rafael.

The climate is Mediterranean throughout the valley, with variations from the coast to the Andes. Even temperatures and scant precipitation is the norm due to the proximity to the Pacific Ocean.

There is no doubt that these wines are a bargain for upcoming holidays and you may consider stocking up a bit. Please join us on Friday night.

1 - Sauvignon Blanc/Carmenere - 11 90 Points

2 - Cabernet Sauvignon / Syrah - 11 88 Points

3 - Cabfranc / Carmenere - 11 89 Points

4 - Lost Barrel - 14 90 Points

This is an opportunity to get a taste of the Maule Valley wine region in Chile's Central Valley. Although not as well-known as some of the country's other wine regions, Maule is the largest and one of the oldest in Chile.

Calendar Review

November & December are full of special visitors and events - please mark your calendars, AND
Please be sure to RSVP when indicated.
There Is No Charge For Any Of The Following Events

RSVP - 6 PM - Wednesday - 11.14.12 Wines of the Rhone

Presented by Roger Hoadley of Slocum & Sons. Senor Hoadley has been part of the team here since it all stated over ten years ago. If your interested in the the South of France and The Rhone Valley - each wine he serves is like taking a tour of the region with a local.

RSVP - 6 PM - Thursday November 11.15.12

Michael Mondavi Joins us via Skype from his home in Napa Valley. Limited Seating for this event. We will be joined locally by Stefan Wich from Hartley & Parker distributors.

6PM Friday 11.16 .12 - A special night that unites the experts from Artisanal Cheese in New York and Jim Kowalyschyn from Esprit Du Vin Wines. Both will be here in the store pairing wine and cheese and answering questions that should all add up to a great night and a way to make your holiday shopping very easy indeed.

3 PM - Saturday

11.17.12 - 3pm - Italian Super Tasting - with Eric Bellnier.
LETS HAVE A LITTLE FUN - 8 different wines AND we will open and share a 1979 bottle of Barbaresco! - because we can.

Wednesday November 21st - Ryan Connolly Martin Scott Wines

6 PM - Friday Novenber 30 - Book Signing
Meet Local Author Marci Alborgheti - and have copies of her latest books signed just in time for your holiday giving.

DECEMBER -

RSVP - 6PM - 12.12.12. - Oregon Super Wines

Doug Rankin of Fountainhead Selections & Janie Brooks of

Brooks Wines

Doug Rankin only brings an A-Game - the wines and inside information that he shares in a deliciously casual manner gives us all a fly-on-the-wall perspective of the industry and honest to goodness gems from people and places we would most likely never encounter otherwise. In this case we will be joined via Skype by the owner of Brooks wines. It doesn't get any better than this if your looking to discover the wine of the Great Northwest. Please reserve your seats early.

BUZZ - News & Events

Because of the storm last week, we know that many of you missed the email and are wondering about seating for some of the events.

If any of the upcoming events strikes your fancy - give us a call. We can review availability and accommodate as many people as possible. It is better to call now and make a reservation than to wait until the last minute - limited seating goes quickly - 8 6 0 - 4 4 3 - 6 8 1 7.

And if your plans change - please call to let us know - there are people on the waiting list that can be offered your seats.

First of their kind, ground breaking, one on one - that's what we are working on now. And it is only because of your remarkable support that we are able to make these types of events happen. Thank you for being part of the revolution. Drink Different.

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Please Join Us On Friday Night.

It Is Fun Informal And A Great Way To Start Your Weekend.

Wine & Cheese Tasting Every Friday 5-8 PM - No Charge