TRG SHADOW


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Mr. Kevin Haggerty of Opici Wines will be presenting for the first time at the store this Friday night from 5-8 PM.

Tupungato is the northernmost sub-region of the Uco Valley in Mendoza. The region lies at the foot of the Mt Tupungato volcano, which, at 21,555ft (6570m) high, is onPaisaje Tupungatoe of the highest peaks in Argentina. The altitude of the vineyards brings clarity of light, water and air and moderates the high temperatures associated with lower latitudes. Full-bodied red wines made from Malbec and crisp, elegant whites made from Chardonnay are specialities of the terroir here.
 
Sunlight exposure at this high an altitude is more intense than in lower-lying areas, but the altitude also means that nights are much colder, cooled by westerly winds from the Andes. This kind of daily temperature range is excellent for the production of quality grapes; the nightly cooling-off extends the ripening period, letting grapes develop rich varietal character while retaining acidity.

Tupungato is in the rain shadow of the Andes and, as such, experiences very little rainfall. Most vineyards are drip-irrigated using high-quality Andean meltwater. The lack of water in the soils stresses the vines, reducing vigor and yields and causing them to grow small, concentrated berries. The resultant wines are rich and complex, with firm tannins and good structure.

 

This Friday night enjoy a delicious dark Malbec from the far reaches of the Andes Mountains. 

 

 

   

   

Pennywise - Petite Syrah

"Inky purple color, aromas of blueberry cobbler, fresh figs, and black raspberry jump from the glass. In the mouth, this Petite Sirah shows the depth from old vine Petite Sirah in Lodi as well as Paso Robles. The flavors show wild Maine blueberry with flickering flavors of sweet leather, raspberry jam, and sweet cinnamon latte.

This wine finishes with lingering blackberry, balsamic glaze, bittersweet chocolate, and smoked caramel. This is a fun glass of Petite Sirah. This blend would be fine on its own as a fireside sipper."

"Pair with short ribs, fried chicken with mashed sweet potatoes and cornbread, or sweet sausage pizza with caramelized fennel and ricotta cheese."

This is a great wine to try on Friday night.


   

   

Hahn Vineyards Chardonnay

Hahn Winery is located in the Californian cool climate winegrowing region of Santa Lucia Highlands (SLH) which is a sub region of the much larger Monterrey wine growing area.

Hand harvested grapes from the east facing 156-acre Lone Oak Vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands, which benefit from plenty of early morning sunshine and the cooling sea breeze from Monterrey Bay make up this wine.

 

A beautifully balanced wine with a nose of apricots, ripe apples and a slight touch of peach followed by flavors of pear, melon and peach fruit in the mouth.  

 

 A slight creaminess is apparent on the finish and is complemented by a line of crisp acidity which makes this wine ideal food wine matching well with baked fish and creamy pasta dishes. .

 

If wine and cheese are not enough to bring you downtown this Friday -

Consider this:
Stop in, pick up a little wine and cheese, maybe a baguette, and then stroll down to the city pier with your date to take the FREE water taxi. Enjoy a "petite voyage" to Ft. Trumbull or the Groton side of the river and have yourself a little end of summer picnic!
Taxi runs every 30 minutes. It does not get any better.


Cocktail Contest Winners: 
All in all we received over 20 submissions.
It was very difficult to choose because it is such a subjective exercise. The three winners here all had interesting New London backstories. We hope to publish all of the recipes with their full stories as soon as possible. But time and space do not allow that here.

Congratulations to the winners! 
You may pick up your gift cards at the store.

First Prize - Lynn Torpe of North Stonington - $100.
  • 1.5 oz of good Barbados rhum.
  • 0.5 oz white Vermouth
  • 0.5 oz Orange Curaçao (I like Contreau)
  • orange rind
  • 1 cherry - Luxardo cherries are the best.
  • Combine in a shaker with cracked ice. Shake well, strain into chilled martini glass.
 Second Prize - Krisann Freilino of New London - $50
  • 1 oz Farmer's Gin
  • 1 oz Dolin Dry Vermouth
  • 1 oz and a dash Kina L'avion D'or
  • 1/4 oz fresh squeezed Lemon juice
  • An orange twist
  • Combine and stir well with ice - strain into a 4-5 oz coupe glass.

Third Prize - Leah Perin of Madison - $25

  • 1.5 oz El Dorado 15 year rum
  • 0.5 oz brewed coffee or espresso
  • 1 dash of "smoked" or plain orange bitters
  • Orange peel.
  • Add all to shaker with ice. Shake vigorously for 10 seconds. Strain into rocks glass over ice.
 

Red Dragon is a Welsh Cheddar with wholegrain mustard seeds and Welsh ale, coated in a bright red wax. This gourmet cheese combines the subtle sharpness and depth of natural mustard with the mild, piquant taste notes of the Welsh ale and traditional Cheddar.

 

Red Dragon is a buttery and spicy cheese with plenty of bite, but is not too hot, not only do the mustard seeds give Red Dragon its marvelous flavor, but also its texture. Red Dragon is aged for 3 months.


 
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CALENDAR: 
  
Friday September 12th
Opici Wines

Friday September 19th
Alan Godycki - Fine Terrior Selections

Wednesday October 15th
No Charge - RSVP required
Meet the owners of Shannon Ridge Vineyards.

Friday October 17th
Eric Bellnier - Monsieur Touton 
 
Coming In November
Amarone Tasting