Month: November 2023

Joey, maybe you could post this photo? I found this phone on Cape Hedge beach on Sat 11/25. Hopefully the owner is a GMG follower! It can be picked up at the Rockport Police station.

Thanks

We noticed this update from the House of Raven on Main Street. No additional information is available.

HIS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2 – 4 pm

COMPLIMENTARY

FINE WINE TASTING @ SAVOUR WITH MORGAN DOWNS, SAVOUR’S NEWEST STAFF MEMBER AND FRENCH WINE EXPERT

WINES

Domaine Barmès-Buecher 2021

Alsace, France

Varietal: Pinot Blanc Alc. 13.5%

Situated in the village of Wettolsheim, at the foot of the hills beneath the Vosges mountains, Domaine Barmes-Buecher’s 17 hectares of vines lie south of Colmar and Turckheim and produce an average of 100,000 bottles and around twenty different cuvées every year. The Domaine grows a number of Alsatian grape varieties and its production is split over seven different terroirs, three of which are classified as Grand Cru.

The Pinot Blanc is a golden color, and the nose has aromas of minerals and flint along with some peach. Pineapple and orange, lemon, pepper, and clove are present on the palate. The fruit is luscious and weighty, but the wine also has good acidity and a clean mouthfeel. Clay and limestone with some sandstone, primarily north and east-facing, give life to old vines of Pinot Blanc on this terroir. These noble soils make a short to medium-term cellar stay quite appropriate for this wine, though not obligatory. Ripe, full, crisp and dry all at once, eminently suitable for aperitif, white baked fish, simple Asian cuisine. $32.99

Clos Floridène 2019

Graves (Blanc), Bordeaux, France

Varietals: Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle Alc. 12.5%

Eminent estate of the left-bank created by the late Denis DUBOURDIEU (the ‘Pope’ of dry white Bordeaux). Spread over 25 hectares of limestone plateau in Pujols-sur-Ciron, adjacent to Barsac (famous appellation for sweet wines), Semillon heads the vineyard’s varietal list (53%), followed by Sauvignon Blanc and a small dose of Muscadelle. (15 additional hectares are devoted to the elaboration of red and rose cuvees). Tight but full-bodied, but with agreeable acidity which sustains buttery notes, pine-nut, white truffle and herbaceous undertones. Lovers of white wines from Burgundy, the Rhone Valley, and of course classic, old-fashioned white Bordeaux have reason to be satisfied. Veal, chicken, turkey, fish with Sauce Beurre Blanc will elicit harmony from this wine, preferably decanted one to two hours before serving. Ten years in the cellar will amply reward the patient.

Champagne Drappier Brut Rosé, France

Varietal: Pinot Noir Alc.12.5%

Preferred Champagne producer of the General De Gaulle, pillar of the Aube subregion, Drappier have excelled since their inception in 1808 at producing robust Pinot Noir-based Champagne in the town of Urville, on the site of a former Benedictine monastery founded by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux. Several days of maceration confer depth of color and character to this rich Champagne. Modest Brut dosage rounds out the edges without dulling freshness. Strawberry, violets, and discrete spices entice and command attention. Be similarly generous and serve it at mealtime with guinea fowl or roast turkey. $64.99

Château du Hureau ‘Tuffe’ 2020, Saumur-Champigny, Anjou, France

Varietal: Cabernet Franc Alc.13.5%

15 parcels drawn from across the towns of Saumur and Dampierre, all comprised of the famous ‘tuffe’ limestone emblematic of the soils, cellars and Chateaux of ‘white Anjour’ and the middle Loire provide the basis for this accessible Saumur-Champigny. 100% Cabernet Franc vinified and aged primarily in stainless steel. Dark berries and wet underbrush with hints of tobacco bely the small pretensions of this delicious wine, full of finesse. Opened several hours in advance, it will ravish your palate accompanying a rare steak, pheasant, or the delicious silence of a fire-warmed November evening. $21.99

Bergerie du Capucin ‘Dame Jeanne’ 2019

Pic-Saint-Loup, Languedoc, France

Varietals: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre Alc. 14.5%

Drawn from 12 hectares in one of the Languedoc’s great appellations (3 additional hectares are devoted to white wines) this is a rich, smooth, and elegant red wine. With 70% Syrah rounded out by 15% Grenache and Mourvedre respectively, the depth of color is attractive indeed. Faithful to the traditional character of the terroir, the wine exhibits aromas of black pepper, garrigue, wild berries and violets in abundance, with a cool acidity redeeming the solar circumstances of its fruition. Lamb, beef, or indeed well-seared white meats, prepared with rosemary and thyme would be most appropriate. $32.99

Tenuto di Biserno ‘Il Pino di Biserno’ 2015

Toscana Rosso, Italy

Varietals: Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot Alc. 14.5%

From the Tenuta di Biserno, an estate created in 2001 in the Upper Maremma adjacent to Bolgheri comes this sturdy wine. At 90 meters above sea-level, seated on mostly limestone soil with some clay and stone with generous calcium deposits, coming to fruition in a maritime climate, all elements of this wine’s terroir indicate the setting for a brilliant expression of Bordeaux varietals in the Super-Tuscan style. A bold, powerful wine requiring big-game, steak or duck, preferably accompanied by a truffle, foie gras or mushroom sauce. Multiple decades in the cellar remain for those who prefer the merits of age. Decant vigorously. $74.99

And don’t forget to check out what’s new in our beer case, including two juicy NE IPAs and a clean, refreshing rice lager from East Regiment Brewing, a veteran-owned brewery in Salem and a crisp new lager and a smooth, refreshing kolsch from Rockport Brewing.

Find out about new wine arrivals and other events at Savour by following us n Facebook and Instagram. 

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Kathleen’s Price-Value Gems:

Unique to SAVOUR our three price-value collections, with

each category ($9.99ers – $14.99ers -$19.99ers) offering hundreds of wines

at one price, personally curated by Kathleen, some have limited availability

9.99ers…the quality is taste delivering above-price enjoyment …Value!

14.99ers…exhibiting qualities of complexity…Elevating the Experience!

19.99ers…value laden wines by innovative vintners…Expect Exceptional!

Adding to this Saturday’s wine tasting with Morgan is Savour’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. (We have just changed 18 of the wines on the machine, so come in and try something new)!

Welcome Your Donation in any amount for Pathways for Children.

Thank You! …Kathleen

 For Your Mobile Calendar – July

Savour Wine Tastings!

Nov. 25 – Morgan Downs – Savour

December 2 – Marc Bergeron – Masciarelli Wines

Dec. 9 – Semi-Grand Tasting

Continuing to offer case discount 0f 10% on wines and all items purchased with the case to all customers. Wine Club members get 5% off on 6 bottles and all items purchased with the 6 bottles. Thanks again for your support!

 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 are pleased to continue curbside pickup service

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

This handsome dude was watching over the activities at the dock at Capt Joe’s recently. Every business needs a manager…..

Kate and I are going to feature one or two local places to buy holiday gifts each day highlighting the fact that there’s no need to buy your presents online or trudge up to the mall. There’s excellent places to shop right here in Gloucester. For more visit www.goodmorninggloucester.com

Previous videos:

Good Morning Gloucester Shop Local Series ’23 With Katelyn Ciaramitaro- Mystery Train

Good Morning Gloucester Shop Local Series ’23 With Katelyn Ciaramitaro- Cape Ann Olive Oil

Good Morning Gloucester Shop Local Series ’23 With Katelyn Ciaramitaro- The Cave

Good Morning Gloucester Shop Local Series ’23 With Katelyn Ciaramitaro- The Bookstore Of Gloucester

Submitted 10/28/23

Today was amazing out there on the water. Here is Jameson our boat-dog and yes he’s named after the whiskey. 

Aboard our boat, Knot-4-Nothin
Thanks,
Rebecca & Jim
P.S. love the boat dog pics

On Balance…

It’s that time of year for the PRESENT Christmas pop-op at the Last Stop in Gloucester! Stop by and see the all Cape-Ann artists and makers latest creations. I’ll be selling m newest version of my Kim’s Nauticals Buoy & Lobster ornaments, and keychains. I’ll have lighthouses ready this week as well. I’m here 10-2 today, and we’re open until 5pm everday. Sundays open at 12 noon.

Affordable Climate controlled units

Boat, RV & vehicle parking spots for rent

Convenient 24 hour access

Monitored 24/7 by security cameras

Gated accessEasy online pay

Safe and clean facility

Conveniently near 128 and close to downtown Gloucester

Friendly staff

61A Grove Street Gloucester MA 01930978-879-4524

When we drive by Cedar Hill Farm on 133 in Essex , I am often tempted to stop and take some photos as it can be very picturesque. So when these horses posed for me, I just had to comply with some portraits. Feeling very much like fall.

The baked haddock was great. Buttery cracker crumble on top. The fingerling potatoes were so soft and delicious and the half Caesar salad that was my other side was fresh as can be and the dressing was oh so garlicky. Loved it.

Kate got the chicken sandwich and she took half home. Our bartender was Ricky and he was attentive and friendly.

The room is cozy. It’ll close January 15 for the season and open back up April 15. I’d get there if you haven’t already. It’s a gem for East Gloucester

115 East Main St

Gloucester

LINK TO PURCHASE HERE

Kate and I are going to feature one or two local places to buy holiday gifts each day highlighting the fact that there’s no need to buy your presents online or trudge up to the mall. There’s excellent places to shop right here in Gloucester. For more visit www.goodmorninggloucester.com

Previous videos:

Good Morning Gloucester Shop Local Series ’23 With Katelyn Ciaramitaro- Mystery Train

Good Morning Gloucester Shop Local Series ’23 With Katelyn Ciaramitaro- Cape Ann Olive Oil

Good Morning Gloucester Shop Local Series ’23 With Katelyn Ciaramitaro- The Cave

For Others less Themselves 

Several years ago, it was an early August morning while lying-to in Folly Cove.  I awoke in the v-berth at approximately 6am and could hear my brother’s guttural snoring from the salon couch. Years earlier while standing alongside one another watching the Fourth of July fireworks, at the age of 55, Dean dropped to the ground and suffered a traumatic stroke which left him paralyzed from the waist down. 

Knowing Dean‘s strength declines as the day passes I laid in the bunk fading in and out of sleep. With an occasionally tap upon the cell phone clock I longed for 8am. At that time, I felt the sun would rise over the trees and the cockpit warm enough for me to dive off the stern and Dean spray himself with the cockpit saltwater wash-down. 

Finally, at 8am I grabbed two Starbuck espressos from the fridge and climbed the steps into the salon. I was shocked to find my brother uncovered frantically shivering while white-foam poured from his mouth. I vaulted up the stairs to the helm and hailed the Gloucester Coast Guard. 

What should have felt like hours seemed like minutes. I turned to see Rockport Harbormaster’s Rosemary Lesch and Scott Story pulling alongside. Rose introduced herself asked for our names and immediately knelt, grabbed Dean’s hand and began the chant, ”Dean stay with me…open your eyes… look at me.” Pursuant to Rosemary administering oxygen she read Dean’s blood pressure outload to Scott who like clockwork radioed the Coast Guard, EMT’s and awaiting Firemen now parked at the Folly Cove beach head. Normal is 120 / 80 Dean’s blood pressure was 69 / 59. As these two numbers form a marriage…. its lights-out. 

Shortly after the Coast Guard pulled alongside. Later that week I heard Petty Officer Hieser and his crew raced up the Annisquam River at Mach – 4.

 It was decided to keep Dean aboard “Message She Gave”.  While Rosemary maintained her mantra, Scott off my bow, manned the lead boat directing me around Halibut Point into Rockport Harbor while the Coast Guard traveled shortly aft. 

Scott coordinated the docking with the waiting police and trailing Coast Guard. The edge of the harbor was lined with locals and tourists drawn via the number of flashing emergency lights.  Once tied to the town-dock, the cockpit quickly teemed with care-givers. At that point Rosemary provided the latest vitals to the EMT’s.  While continuing to caress Dean’s hand, it was surreal to watch Rosemary whisperer to my inattentive semi-conscious brother “Dean, don’t give up …you’re in good hands.” 

The following morning while Dean was in and out of consciousness I left Addison Gilbert’s ICU drained and drove to Rockport’s Harbor Master Office. I knocked and heard Rosemary yell..”Doors open come in!” I stepped up into the office and saw Rosemary with her head glued to the computer screen. Without looking-up she said “I’ll be with you in a minute.” When Rosemary turned she immediately sprung to her feet. We stood silent looking into one another’s rapidly glossy eyes. I raised my index finger signifying I needed a moment to compose myself.  

I pointed to the chair subsequently Rosemary nodded her head. Again both raw with emotion from the previous day we sat motionless. 

“Been busy?” Rosemary gratefully replied “Always something?” “How’s Dean?” Having broken the ice we recomposed ourselves discussed the previous day’s events and I acknowledge the professional and timely response from all those involved. 

It wasn’t long before I noted we had met approximately 15 years earlier.  I had written an opinion page article about Rosemary which for months I kept on file however never submitted due to the plight of the local fishing industry. The letter spoke of entering Rockport Harbor with Barry Pieper, an associate from Minneapolis. I expressed to Barry” This is not a transient friendly harbor however it is esthetically beautiful.” As was expected, within moments the Harbor Master boat rushed alongside my port beam.  I yelled down noting who Barry was and we were turning-around. Rosemary yelled “Can you handle the boat!” I calmly answered “I can handle the boat.” Rosemary yelled back “Can you handle the boat Cap!” I clinched my teeth looked down and without raising my eyes with a grin I said “I can handle the boat.” Rosemary shouted “I thought so…if you steer between the stern of the lobster boat and towards the bow of the sailboat with extended spring-lines tie-up to the sea-wall. You have about 2 hours of tide!” $355 later…we ate at Roy’s, both bought docksiders, Barry purchased gifts for his wife and kids, I bought Barry a nautical alphabet-belt to this day fondly reminds him of Cape Ann. 

We sat discussing local waterfront politics and soon it was time for Rosemary to get back to work and I back to the ICU.  We walked to the doorstep and as we faced one another we embraced and the heart-felt emotions and humanity of the previous day hit. Other than knowing she was Rockport’s Co- Harbor Master, I had no idea if Rosemary was married, gay, where she grew up, her ideology, had children was a veteran or a grandmother. All I knew …she held his hand and helped save my brother’s life. 

As we pulled apart it was evident emotions got the best of us.  As my chin quivered and my face taut I dug deep into my soul to barely whisper “Thank you.”  I turned and stepped down onto the side walk.  As her voice cracked I heard Rosemary say “I guess we’re friends for life.”  I clinched my teeth, looked down and without raising my eyes with tears rolling down my face, musingly I said “I can handle the boat.”

My brother remained in the hospital for 28 days. To those Coast Guard, Firemen, Police, EMT’s, Addison Gilbert ER-ICU, volunteers and Co –Harbor Masters a heart-felt….. Happy Thanksgiving!

Bob Alves 

Gloucester, MA 

Big news coming from the winner of the Meatball Challenge Richie Baressi! He will be offering trays of his famous meatballs for sale. More info to follow!

Hi,

These pictures were taken 10/27/23. Our dogs name is Izzy Capone and is my daughter Aliyah and son Anthony Capone’s dog.

Thank you,

Stacey Capone