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E-Newsletter 1/21/14
- January 21, 2014
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WINE OF THE WEEK: Why the word “steal” in quotes? Because that was one of 19 crimes in 18th and 19th Century England that might have gotten you sent to a penal colony in Australia. Enter this week’s WOW, the …
Tasting Notes for Mattucci Winemaker Event, 1/10/14
- January 16, 2014
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NCWC WINEMAKER EVENT WITH MATTUCCI WINERY 1/10/14 MATTUCCI BRUNO’S BLEND 2011 We lead off with this blend of 35% Merlot, 23.5% Cabernet Franc, 17.5% Syrah, 12% Petite Verdot and 12% Malbec. The rich and vibrant fruit includes raspberries, blueberries, and …
E-Newsletter 1/14/14
- January 14, 2014
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WINE OF THE WEEK: We’re just gonna cut to the chase and start with this review: “The 2009 Cabernet from atop the Mayacamas Mtns. displays notes of licorice, camphor, charcoal, truffles, graphite and cassis. Rich, full-bodied, deeper, longer and more …
E-Newsletter 1/7/14
- January 7, 2014
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GREAT VALUE SAUVIGNON BLANC: Are we crazy to make a Chilean Sauvignon Blanc our Wine of the Week in January? If we were located in Minnesota or Montana, then yes. We’d be crazy. But this is San Diego, the home …
Tasting Notes, 12/27/13
- January 3, 2014
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NCWC 2013 RETROSPECTIVE WINE TASTING EVENT 12/27/13 ARGYLE BRUT 2009 This Oregon sparkling wine truly brings zest to life! The nose of lemon curd, raw honey, and almond biscotti harkens to the uplifting and refreshing palate to follow. With a …
January Wine Club Newsletter
- January 2, 2014
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Happy New Year! We start with a reminder that your 1st Quarter Stock-up Days are the final weekend in February, 2/23-2/24. That’s when you get 10% off everything in the store, so please make a note of it! Your Wine …
Friday 1/31/14
- December 26, 2013
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This Friday, January 31st, marks the return of the Penny Sale! This is our very rare event (once or twice a year) when we offer selected wines, accessories, and gift items at the ridiculous close-out price of “Buy One Get …
Friday 1/24/14
- December 26, 2013
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This Friday, January 24, our Tasting Event theme is “A Wine By Any Other Name.” We’re playing, of course, with Shakespeare’s famous quote: “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet,” from Romeo and Juliet. To paraphrase Juliet, …
Friday 1/17/14
- December 26, 2013
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This Friday, 1/17, our focus falls on the state of Washington! The wonderful world of Washington wine is worth wandering over for. This event runs just $10, including snacks, and is available any time from 4-10 pm. Check out these …
Friday 1/10/14
- December 26, 2013
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We have a huge treat in store for you this Friday, 1/10! The Winemakers from Mattuci Winery will be here to pour their delicious creations. The wines will be available any time from 4-10, with the winemakers present from about …