19 Crimes Wine Tastings
Poquonnock Road 931 Poquonnock Road, Groton, CT, United StatesThe Banished - Dark Red – A blend that is brooding with richness. Like the wine rations served on convict ships, every sip deserves to be savored. Hard Chard – Our Hard Chard honors the brave contributions of the women banished to Australia with the boldest expression of Chardonnay we could make. Shiraz – Criminally [...]
California/Napa Wine Tasting
Grand Wine & Spirits Old Lyme (G5) 28A Halls Road, Old Lyme, CT, United StatesOberon Cabernet Sauvignon – Grown in Napa Valley, this wine boasts a seamless mouthfeel by marrying volcanic soils from the Napa’s hillsides with deeper soils from the valley floor. Hints of coffee and dark chocolate create a lingering and delightful finish. Oberon Merlot – Napa Valley fruits are blended from different areas around the valley [...]
Hartley Wine Tastings
Grand Wine & Spirits Old Lyme (G5) 28A Halls Road, Old Lyme, CT, United StatesRavage Cabernet Sauvignon The grapes in this vintage came in fast and early, causing the small berries to ripen quickly in the heat. This caused the flavors to come into balance with true Cabernet Sauvignon characteristics. The wine is dark, rich and bold. One will taste dark berries, vanilla, and mocha to round out the [...]
19 Crimes Wine Tastings
Grand Wine & Spirits Old Lyme (G5) 28A Halls Road, Old Lyme, CT, United StatesThe Banished - Dark Red – A blend that is brooding with richness. Like the wine rations served on convict ships, every sip deserves to be savored. Hard Chard – Our Hard Chard honors the brave contributions of the women banished to Australia with the boldest expression of Chardonnay we could make. Shiraz – Criminally [...]
International Gin & Tonic Day!
There seems to be two International Gin and Tonic days - one on April 9th and another on October 19th. Some links of possible interest: Here's To Your Health! It's International Gin & Tonic Day at laist International Gin & Tonic Day: Celebrate With Tasty Cocktail at Hamptons.com Facebook Wikipedia: Gin and tonic
Celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness
Great neck country club a craft beer tasting to benefit Terri Brodeur breast cancer foundation. 25.00 entry people can buy tickets on their website.
National Brandied Fruit Day!
Some links of possible interest: Celebrate National Brandied Fruit Day with tasty recipes at examiner.com Wikipedia: Brandy Alexander
Barossa Valley Wine Tasting, or just Wine Tasting
Grand Wine & Spirits (G3) 825 Hartford Turnpike, Waterford, CT, United StatesBarossa Valley Estate was started in 1985 on the Southern edge of Australia. Grapes grown here are small in size, but hold an enormous amount of flavor. They have to be picked to ensure a fresh varietal character. The wines are aged in barrels so that the have time for the flavors and textures to [...]
National American Beer Day
Some links of possible interest: National Harvey Wallbanger Day at Wine Enthusiast BANG YOUR HEAD FOR NATIONAL HARVEY WALLBANGER DAY at Chilled Magazine Wikipedia: Harvey Wallbanger