Day: February 2, 2024

Create a flyer for a February 10 promotion at your spot. It should include a rough idea of what you’ll be handing out if anything (we’re suggesting something sweet or valentine related) and what your promotion for that day will be!

The flyer should be these dimensions roughly see image (instagram post size, see the event flyer for a rough idea)

So send me a flyer with your promotion asap to goodmorninggloucester@yahoo.com

Thank you to peg at pop gallery for creating the event flyer 

The name of the event – “Glosta So Schweeeet!”

This what we have so far, I’ll add to it as they come in (click on images to expand)

Link To Gloucester Apparel Shop- https://gloucesterapparel.square.site/

Up North…

THIS SATURDAY, February 3, 1 – 4 pm

The Magical Wines of Portugal with Savour’s staff

We are pouring wines from two major regions of Portugal: the Dão and the Douro River Valleys. The Douro, also home to Port wines, produces reds that are luscious, concentrated, and dense. The best examples have a line of firm tannins that allows them to age for 10–15 years or more. The Dão, with its granite soil, produces wines that are driven by minerality and structure.

Dão

The Dão viticultural region is in the north of the country. It takes its name from the Dão river, along which the majority of the region’s vineyards are located. The Dão is a tributary of the larger Mondego and several other rivers also flow through the region. However, only the Dão is significant enough to have the local DOC named after it – mostly due to the tough, crystalline granite that the river has carved its path through for many millennia, which gives the wines their minerality and structure.

Arguably, the finest red wines from the Dão today are deep reds made from Tinta Roriz and Touriga Nacional. White wines are also produced in Dão, with the finest examples based on Encruzado, the region’s most widely planted light-skinned grape variety. Traditionally, white wine from the region has been full-bodied and lush.

Douro

Terraced vineyards on sun-baked slopes plunging down to the wide, slow-flowing Douro river as it winds towards the great Port houses in Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia…the Douro region of northern Portugal is the photogenic home of Port and, increasingly, a number of powerful, dry red wines often made from the same native grape varieties. The Douro’s most unifying trait is its mountainous terrain, although the area covers a broad array of terroir with any number of different aspects, altitudes and soil types. Typically, however, the vineyards stretch up the steep, dry slopes on either side of the river and its myriad tributaries on narrow rocky terraces – a sight that has been classified as a Unesco World Heritage site. Wines tend to be full-bodied, fruit-forward and structured.

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WINES

Beyra Reserva, Beira Interior, Portugal

Varietals: Siria, Fonte Cal Alc. 13%

Rui Roboredo Madeira’s’s roots are in the Douro Superior. As a young winemaker, Rui was instrumental in converting to organic agriculture, improving processes, and focusing on producing high quality estate wines (Quinta do Coa) and sublime CARM extra virgin olive oil. In 2011 Rui decided to depart from the family business and move to the village of Vermiosa on Portugal’s eastern border with Spain and on a high-altitude granitic plateau (800m+). Here, converting an old run-down winery, Rui started Beyra. Here, Rui works exclusively with indigenous varieties and local clones, Tinta Roriz, Jaen, Touriga Nacional, Siria, and Fonte Cal, well adapted to this environment of extremes. Beyra Branco has aromas of peach, lemon, and mayflower. The palate is rich with minerals, grapefruit, and vibrant acidity. Pairs well with shellfish, fatty fish, and goat cheese. $18.99

Textura Dão Pretexto Branco, Dão, Portugal

Varietals: Encruzado, Bical  Alc. 12%

The Dão is unique. Resistant to the Atlantic influence that characterizes so many of Portugal’s wine regions, this little enclave of viticulture exists to defy expectations. One of the projects highlighting the possibilities within the region is Textura. Begun in 2018, the project pulls from over 20 hectares of organic vineyards within two subregions: Castendo and Serra da Estrela. At Textura, winemaker Luis Seabra shows a commitment to low-intervention practices that have served him well. He works with varieties like Encruzado, Arinto, and Gouveio that deliver vibrant wines full of character. In Dão, like so many regions of Portugal, the blend is key. The wines here are all about harmony. The floral and tea aromas, citrus, and orchard fruits like pear all emerge in wines like Pretexto. Pairs well with grilled fish, roasted chicken. $29.99

Quinta do Ribeiro Santo Tinto Riserva

Varietals: Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro, and Tinta Roriz, Alc. 12.5%

The Quinta do Ribeira Santo is an ancient property once belonging to the Catholic Church and featuring one of the few perennial streams in the area, the Holy River, the Ribeira Santo. Owner and winemaker Carlos Lucas has over 25 years of experience in the cellars of Portugal, Spain, and southern France. His father bought and renovated the hacienda and vineyards of the ancient Quinta do Ribeiro Santo property in the Dao wine region, a mountainous territory, mostly on a high-altitude plateau surrounded by the higher mountains of the Serra da Estrela, Serra do Caramulo, and Serra da Nave in 1995. He handed the reins to Carlos in the 2000s. Carlos now makes complex and compelling wines from the indigenous varieties planted on the property. Pinha Tinto Reserva is a blend of Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro, and Tinta Roriz. Destemmed and fermented in stainless, then racked over to 225l French

oak barriques to finish fermenting, racked into oak for an additional 9 months ageing before bottling. Deep red color with touches of purple, black fruit and spices, from pepper to vanilla. Velvety and long. Ages well. Pairs well with Cuban-spiced pork and beans, barbequed beef, Gruyere cheese, black beans and lentils. $19.99

Carlos Lucas Herédias Tinto, Douro, Portugal

Varietal: Touriga Nacional,Touriga Franca,Tinta Roriz,Tinta Amarela Alc. %

With a history of 900 years, Quinta das Herédias was one of the properties founded by the Cistercian Monastery of São Pedro das Águias, in the spirit that presided over the Order of St. Bernard: to populate and cultivate areas that were donated to the monastery. Later, these same properties were leased by the monastery to families of the region, some of them nobles. It was the last descendant of the Herédia family, D. Leonor Amália Falcão Sarmento, who was the first owner of the estate, after the extinction of the religious orders in 1834. Since 2021, Quinta das Herédias has been owned by Carlos Lucas. Located in the demarcated Douro region, in the municipality of Tabuaço, this farm has 108 hectares, of which 30 hectares are vineyards and 35 hectares are olive groves. The vineyards, aged between 30 and 130 years old, are located between 200 and 600 meters above sea level and produce an average of 220,000 bottles per year. Herédias is young and complex at the same time, with notes of red fruits present. In the mouth it is elegant, with good structure and good volume in the mouth. A wine with some complexity and acidity, and a long and persistent aftertaste. Pairs well with grilled steak, venison, and other game. $19.99

Quinto do Casal Monteiro Clavis Aurea, Tejo, Portugal

Varietals: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Cabernet Sauvignon Alc. 13.5%

Quinta do Casal Monteiro produces estate wines from Portuguese and international varietals planted on about 200 acres of vineyards, located on the Campo terroir directly along the Tejo (Tagus) River in Portugal’s Tejo wine district. The winery was founded on the legacy of Dom Luis de Margaride, who inherited the estate in 1928 and devoted his life to the study of viticulture in the Tejo River valley – one of the oldest wine regions on the Iberian Peninsula. When the current generation of the family took the reins in 1979, they modernized the winery and returned the vineyards to a more natural form of management, including replacing pesticides with integrated pest management (IPM, biocontrol through natural predators). Today, the Quinta produces a range of terrific wines showcasing the best of the Tejo district’s bright fruit and clean style. Clavis Aurea is a blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Cabernet Sauvignon from 30-year old vines. This is a rich, velvety wine. Brilliant deep garnet in color, with aromatic hints of red ripe fruit, jelly, black plums and cocoa on the nose. On the palate it is powerful and velvety with an intense and persistent finish. Pairs well with roasted meat, aged cheese. $24.99

For Your Mobile Calendar: Upcoming Tastings

Feb. 10 (for Valentine’s Day) – Gordon Alexander, owner Terroir Wines

Feb. 17 – Marc Bergeron of Masciarelli Wines

Feb. 24 – Harry Zarkades, owner Main Sreet Wines

Grand Tasting – March 23, 1- 4 pm

Class Update

We started off our class schedule with a great class on Burgundy. Now, Morgan will go on to our class on Champagne, Tuesday, Jan. 30 and Tuesday, Feb. 6 from 6 – 8 pm. (We still have room so join us if you can)! Go to the Events page of our website – www.savourwineandcheese.com to see our updated schedule – https://www.savourwineandcheese.com/events.

Also – Susan Richards is offering a one-night seminar on the wines of Piedmont as well as a group tasting club to meet regularly on Sunday afternoons. We are all looking for something fun and interesting to do in winter – so check these out!

Italy Wine Region of Piedmont Class

The wines of the Piedmont are world famous and home to some of the most iconic wines of Italy. Come learn about the history of Piedmont, the viticulture, and the wines it produces, including Barolo, Barbaresco, Gavi, and Arneis. The class will be led by Savour Wine Consultant and Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) Susan Richards, who has recently traveled to the region. While tasting through five to six wines from this region, Susan will share her knowledge and experiences with you in this engaging, interactive, and educational class. For more information contact the store or stop by the shop.

Where: Savour Wine and Cheese, 46 Prospect Street, Gloucester

When: Monday, February 19th , 6-7:30 pm

Cost: $75 per person

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Become a Better Wine Taster

Have you always wondered how wine reviewers come up with the words to describe a wine, including the aroma, flavors, and quality? If so, then join the Savour Tasting Group with Susan Richards. Susan will lead you through the structured process wine professionals use to taste and describe

wine, including color, aroma, flavor, acidity, tannin, body, and finish. Learn language that will help you describe to a restaurant waitperson or sommelier the kind of wine you want to order.

Where and When: At Savour one to two times a month (interest dependent).

Starting: Sunday, Feb. 18, 3:00 -4:30 pm

Cost: $20 per session; advance registration preferred.

The five wines being tasted will be offered at a discount of 10% for six or more bottles.

Who: Minimum of four participants with a maximum of eight to allow for lively discussion

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 our staff 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

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

Chef Rob is doing fantastic stuff in the space at 49 Washington Street

Our friend Susan L recently celebrated a birthday so she had a free dinner and dessert added to her Serenitee account. We decided to go to Minglewood Harborside on Rogers St to “cash in”. Bonus, it was wing night (GREAT deal, GREAT wings). In case you were unaware, Minglewood offers specials each weeknight you should consider when making dinner plans. It’s a warm and friendly atmosphere, made even more cozy with the fireplace and music. This evening, there was a special event in the Captains Courageous Room (something to keep in mind for your future events) so it was hopping in there. Hoping to see you there soon! Thanks Minglewood for a great evening with friends.