Day: April 7, 2022

From the MassDOT Twitter account regarding Blynman Bridge traffic.

We are going to be prepping (sanding and scraping and painting) the three race boats and practice boat for the season at Erik Dombrowski’s house 28 Gee Ave.  The dates are Saturday April 9th, 16th and 23rd.  We will start each day at 8:00 AM depending on weather.  Any one with extension cords, sanders, scraper or able arms please bring them.  The more people that help the faster we get the boats in.  Also, we will need to clean up after each prepping.   

Thank you in advance for your help. 

IDRC Board

WHAT & WHY: Continuing our springtime theme to taste transitional wines matched to the season, gratefully moving from cool to warming climes as kitchen prep increasingly includes available in-season food and the wines that will elevate our daily dining to a special occasion. Our special guest host Tara Mathison, who leads Carolina’s Connoisseur Portfolio joins with Kathleen to sharing their wine to food paring experience and expertise, the occasion to learn while you sip, about the finer points of six standout bottles and the fare to pair  

WHO: Guest Host Tara Mathison, Carolina Wines and Savour’s Kathleen Morgan have selected an eclectic mix of fine wines as we continue to follow our transition to everything spring

WHEN: This Saturday, April 9, from 2pm to 4pm +… @ Savour

HOW: Saturday tastings are complimentary, as is parking behind the store with rear entrance.

For Saturday’s Pouring…It’s Kermit & Louis  
Borgoluce Lampo Prosecco Brut, NV, Alc. 11.5%
Varietals: Glera, Tasting: This bubbly stands out for its vivacious, fine perlage and brilliant, yellow color. Lampo, a young, fresh sparkling wine with an elegant taste and well-orchestrated aromas. Great bubbles and high acidity with  apple, lemon, yeast and cheese on palate.The ideal aperitif and toast for all special occasions! Pairs Well: Shellfish, Vegetarian, Appetizers and Snacks, Apertif,… $17.99

Sincerely Sauvignon Blanc, So. Africa, Western Cape, 2018, Alc. 13%,Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Tasting: Very pale yellow with a green tinge. Subtle aromas of citrus peel, gooseberry and tarragon. Juicy and lively but supple too, offering modest complexity and density but an easygoing subtle sweetness to its brisk white fruit and citrus flavors. Finishes firm and salty, with decent persistence. Pairs Well: Shellfish , Vegetarian, Goat cheese….   $14.99

Christina Ascheri, Gavi di Gavi, Piedmont, It., 2019, Alc. 13.5% Varietals: Cortese
Tasting:  Notable from Gavi…pale straw colour, citrus nose with hints of peach. Crisp dry lemon and grapefruit on the palate. A nice sharpness about it. Herbaceous notes. Medium body, dry, crisp. Citrus (lemon, tangerine) with almond and stone. A great seafood starter.
Pairs Well: Pasta, Shellfish, Appetizers & Snacks, Lean Fish, Cured Meats….$19.99

La Pepie, Cabernet Franc, Louis Dressner Wines, Loire Valley, Fr, 2020 certified organic, 13.5%,Varietals: Cabernet Franc, Tasting: There was a very light nose of cranberry and tart, red fruit with hints of fresh white pepper.  In the mouth this wine had textured and lively acidity, tart dry red fruit, and a ripe, wood polish note.  Its hard to describe but there was a nice contrast to the ripe flavors and dryness of the wines. Pairs Well: butterflied leg of lamb, Charcuterie (terrines / pates ), tuna tartare, goats cheese, young pecorino… $18.99

Carpineto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Toscana, 2016, Alc. 13.5%
Varietals: Sangiovese  (mainly), Canaiolo, Tasting: This beauty is rich and ripe, almost Brunello in style. Notes of black cherry, sandalwood, smoked meat, and a touch of violets. It’s full in body, the biggest wine out of this set. The wood is integrated really well here. The wine is round and plush before the supple tannins add some grip on the backend. Pairs Well: Grilled Beef, Game ( deer/ vernon), Grilled Chicken Thighs….  $35.99

Le Pigeoulet Vaucluse, So. Rhone Valley, Fr., a Kermit Lynch Selection, 2019, Alc. 14.1
Varietals: Blend: 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 5% Carignan, 5% Cinsault, practicing organic farming, Tasting: A floral expression with roses and violets, dusty tannins and cured meats. The structure is sturdy with density and freshness, herbs, licorice and blackberries.  Oak tannins show through with 50% of the wine aged in oak foudres for 18 months. Pairs Well: works nicely with summer fare: grilled fish, roast chicken, grilled vegetables. The life of the party at any cookout, picnic, impromptu gathering…. $21.99

Everything Savour Deli Foods – American & Imported Artisan Producers
starting with our signature cheese portfolio curated to pair well to our wines as do all our food…pates  l  Charcuterie  l  cured – uncured meats  l condiments  l  spreads  l
fab-frozen baguettes from Canada  l  distinctive crackers l  Boston sweets  l  imported
chocolate bars l  you-pour imported Greek Olive Oil  l  fresh foods to-go  ….the unexpected.  

Adding to the This Saturday’s Carolina Wines Tasting is Savor’s Everyday Tech Tastings at the North Shore’s Only Digital Wine Machine. Fun to use and enjoy!  Taste up to 20 wines with new selections regularly added…& yes, complimentary. Kathleen welcomes your questions for food pairings.

Welcome Your Donation in any amount for Pathways for Children.
                                                                                                      Thank You! …Kathleen

For Your Mobile Calendar l April – May Savour Wine Tastings!

April 9   -Tara Mathison, Carolina Wines Divi. of Martignetti
April 16  -Bob McVicker, Masciarelli Wines  
April 23 – Gary Ballard, M.S. Walker
April 30 – Danny Giddings, Classic Wines (Martignetti)
May 7    – Marco Deary, Antinori Wines, Italian Wine Specialist
May 14  – Gordon Alexander, Terroir Wines (owner) spotlight “Italian Wines”
May 21 – Harry Zarkades, Main Street Wines (owner)
May 28  – Manny Gonzales, portfolio manager, Horizon Beverage Company
June 4  – TBD
June 11– Ciro Pirone, Director of Italian Wines, Horizon Beverage Company

PLEASE NOTE: Updated Mask Policy: Gloucester’s Board of Health has ended mask requirements in all public spaces including the retail community while encouraging people to continue to wear face coverings when indoors and with people of unknown vaccination status, and to respect, to be tolerant of people’s choice to wear masks.
> In accordance with the new policy, we welcome customers and vendors without mask and welcome customers and vendors wearing masks.
>Savour continues to provide the safest possible shopping environment for the health & well-being of our customers & our Savour team.
>We continue using our 5 Molekule high performance air purification units that clear the air of 99.9% of viruses, bacteria and allergens every hour, store wide.
>We ask you to respect customers who continue to socially distance. Thank you!

                          We are pleased to continue curbside pickup service

                  Savour Wine & Cheese  l  76 Prospect St.  l  Gloucester l  978. 282 .1455    
  savourwineandcheese.com

NFL retro. Tough choice. Pick one.

Via @mfarrellsports, 📸 @CBSSports)

I’ll go Oilers, Bucs, Dolphins

Red sky at morning…

Only one week remaining before we can return to Lobsta Land on Causeway Street! We are looking forward to a visit early in the season. They are hosting a giveaway on Facebook if you are interested.

Two important recent updates from the City of Gloucester Facebook page. The bridge repair is currently causing traffic issues for vehicles in area of Blynman Bridge. FYI on beach stickers too.

This female Siberian Husky is 6mths old. Learn more at https://www.petango.com/Adopt/Dog-Siberian-Husky-49677769

• Breed: Siberian Husky / Mix
• Age: 6m 5d Gender: Female
• Color: Tan / Black
• Spayed/Neutered: Yes
• Size: Large

This is Jordi. She’s 5 months old and came all the way from Mississippi just to meet you! Jordi is currently in a foster home with a 12-year-old boy, another dog and 2 cats. She is Great with the other dog and great with kids. She doesn’t bother the cats. 
Jordi is good in the crate and sleeps through the night. When she get up in the morning she sits by the door and waits to go out. She is Doing well with potty training, even having days with no accidents. She loves car rides, and does well in the car. 
Jordi is a super sweet, happy, playful, smart puppy who loves a good belly rub, scritches behind the ears and a good snuggle. She loves to play with the dog in her foster family and would do well in a home with or without another dog and she will learn fast! 

Visit the following section of our website if you are interested in adopting:
https://www.capeannanimalaid.org/adopt.html

Shelter Information

Cape Ann Animal Aid

Website
www.capeannanimalaid.org

Email
info@capeannanimalaid.org 

Phone
(978) 283-6055

Address
4 Paws Lane Gloucester MA 01930 USA

I visited the newly organized Pastaio Via Corta on Main Street recently and continue to be amazed by the variety of goods offered. All great quality to bring the taste of Italy right into your home! Chef and Proprietor Danielle Glantz shared some recent photos of the inside for us to share. Follow them on Facebook or use their website for updates. The sugo and pasta were amazing.