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The Savory Grape Newsletter - 4.7.09 | |
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Greetings!
Also, tune in this Thursday, April 9 to Fox Providence's new morning show, The Rhode Show,  from 8-9 AM. The Savory Grape's Jessica Granatiero will be featuring top wine picks for your Easter and Passover cuisine, including the La Posta Red blend (Malbec, Bonarda and Syrah) that we will taste this Friday. You can also click on the image above anytime on Thursday to link to the live streaming video of the segment or visit The Savory Grape page on The Rhode Show. Please note: We will be closed on Easter Sunday.
Enjoy ~ The Savory Grape Team
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News & Events
Wine Spectator Mention. We are pleased to share with you that in the January/February issue of the Wine Spectator, The Savory Grape was listed as one of the outstanding wine shops to visit.
RI Monthly's "Best Of" Contest. As we mentioned last week, RI Monthly  Magazine is holding its Best of RI contest. Through April 30, we hope you again will vote us Best Wine Shop, West Bay. Voting is only available online by clicking here. Then you can scroll down to the West Bay section, where we hope you will consider The Savory Grape for Best Wine Shop, West Bay! Please tell your friends and fellow oenophiles where to vote. April 20th Monthly Wine Tasting. Come join us for a fun evening of wine and hors d'oeuvres on Monday, April 20th at 7 PM. Held at Main Street Coffee in EG, Nick Zeiser of Wine Wizards, one of RI's top wine importers & distributors, will feature Best Budget Wines - wines that deliver great quality at value prices. Seating is limited to 20 people, and reservations must be made in advance by calling us at 886-9463 or Main Street Coffee at 885-8787. Tickets are $25.
April 11th Artist Reception and Wine Tasting. Artist Larisa Micheletti will  conclude her showing at The Savory Grape at the end of April, and on April 11th, we will hold a closing reception and wine tasting for her from 3-7 PM. Bold and beautiful, her artwork is a combination of many different approaches and techniques. For more information about Larisa and her work, please visit www.larisa-designs.com. Please join us this Saturday to bid farewell to Larisa. |
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This Week's Savory Selections
 2006 El Molinet, Valencia, Spain. El Molinet started as a tribute to Tempranillo, the backbone of Spain's most famous wines. This decadent combination of Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon create jammy blackberry and blueberry aromas with notes of tobacco and cardamom. Red fruit flavors of cherry and raspberry, espresso and chocolate offer great depth and structure that then provide a fantastic, silky finish. Is it summer yet - this wine is itching to be paired with most things grilled. Lamb is always a great partner too. ($15.49)
2006 Vivir, Vivir Ribera del Duero, Spain. With the use of 20-60 year old vines at their finger tips, the winemakers have created this gem from 100% Tempranillo. Racy aromatics of allspice, black cherry and blackberry carry you right along to a silky, round palate of rich fruit with a subtle lingering note of cinnamon spice through the finish. This selection can be enjoy now or over the next three years. ($12.49)
 2007 La Posta Cocina Blend, Argentina. This blend of Malbec, Bonarda and Syrah impresses right from the start. Dark purple colored with beautiful aromas of red cherries and raspberries infused with mocha and spice hints, the wine has savory flavors of ripe blackberry, plum and black raspberry. This wine will drink nicely over the next 3-5 years, and when you are ready to open, we recommend decanting for about 30 minutes. It earned 89 points by Wine Spectator. ($15.99)
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Weekend Wine Tastings
Friday, April 10th, 5 to 8 PM - Argentina Here We Come!
2 007 Arido Sauvignon Blanc, Argentina. The wine opens with fresh aromas of citrus fruit, white flowers and fresh cut grass, typical of the varietal. Additional aromas of peach and apricot lead to a lush palate featuring a crisp, clean acidity. Some say this wine is like a lighter version of France's Sancerre (made from Sauvignon Blanc), with a fresh texture, round fruit and nice fruitiness. This is a wine that is meant to be drunk within the next 1-2 years. Chill slightly, open and enjoy! ($12.99)
2007 La Posta Cocina Blend, Argentina. Please see tasting notes above in this week's Savory Selections. ($15.99)
Saturday, April 11th, 3 to 7 PM - Artist Reception and Spanish Features
 2007 Pares Balta Ros de Pacs, Spain. Rosés have already started arriving at our door step. Pares Balta is no stranger to the store, but we always look forward to the newest releases. This Merlot and Cabernet blend has an inviting aromas of raspberry and cherry that fill the nose, preparing you for a light and fresh palate. The wine has an interesting balance between acidity and cherry fruitiness, but it always leaves you wanting more, especially on a warm spring day for which we all are longing. ($10.99)
2006 Vivir, Vivir Ribera del Duero, Spain. Please see tasting notes above in this week's Savory Selections. ($12.49)
2006 El Molinet, Valencia, Spain. Please see tasting notes above in this week's Savory Selections. ($15.49) |
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