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Alice Gardner Submits:

Hi Joey ,

I always consider my self extremely lucky when I visit the Jodrey State Fish Pier and get to watch the fishermen mending their nets and get a chance to say hello . Such nice people .

One more reason I love Gloucester .

Alice Gardner

Hey Joey

Growing up in Pigeon Cove was truly magical.  We had the quarries and Dogtown behind us with the Tool Company hammers and ocean in front. Riding our bikes ‘in to town’ was a big adventure.  

Seeing the Motif was never casual.  Its red siding dotted with colorful buoys sitting stop the harbor reassured me that I belonged to Cape Ann and the sea.  It’s grip has never let go.

In the early 70’s our neighbor had secured MOTIF 1 on his Mass plate and even made it into the GD Times when he did do.  I thought that was pretty cool, even as a kid.

After moving to CA in the 90’s I decided I was going to have the same plate.  I researched and found that it was available despite the fact that one of the guy’s sons lives down in Laguna Beach.

So thanks for the sticker.  It will sit proudly next to the MOTIF 1 plate and my UMass alumni sticker. Once a townie always a townie.

Jeff Mangarpan
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Showoff…

Happy Labor Day

We have been looking forward to Vita Bella opening in the former Windward Grill in Essex (Eastern Ave). They have only been open for about a week, but we decided to give it a try. Our experience was one of a well run longstanding restaurant with very few opening week glitches. Honestly, I was expecting a few little issues but we had none. The inside is refreshed with the layout basically the same as I remember from the Windward. There was a decent crowd there for a Tuesday evening. Kristina was our attentive and helpful server.

Jim had a side salad and the Bolognese. I had ravioli with a sausage side dish. We also ordered the crostini app (which as you can see, was very generous in portions). We each enjoyed our entrees and brought enough home for another meal. We each had a drink and the bill was very reasonable. We thought the menu was nicely varied and we are intrigued to try Vita Bella for lunch someday soon. Give them a try! They are ready for you!

Join us for our last Maritime Saturday of the 2023 season. There is a lot going on in the harbor this weekend! Come and see it from there “other side”!!

THIS SATURDAY, Saturday, Sept. 2, 2 – 4 PM, COMPLIMENTARY

FINE WINE TASTING with Savour’s Susan Richards.

Susan Richards has had a lifelong interest in and love of wine and knew that someday she would turn her passion for wine into a second career. In 2018 Susan began to make that dream a reality and while still working full-time in healthcare completed the Wine Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 Award in Wine and Spirits and Level 3 Award in Wine.

To gain practical experience Susan worked for the Tasting Company, running wine tastings, and Westport Rivers Winery as a wine educator and salesperson. In 2020 Susan achieved the Certified Specialist of Wine credential from the Society of Wine Educators and is currently a candidate for the Master of Bourgogne Certificate from the Wine Scholar Guild.

Today, Susan is a wine sales consultant at Savour Wine and Cheese in Gloucester, MA, and recently launched her own company, Always Sharing Wine, through which she offers private wine tastings, wine education, and wine and food writing. Susan has published over 50 articles for the online magazine “Recette” and currently writes for “NapaValley Life” Magazine. Susan loves helping customers with food and wine pairing for any occasion. Her passion for and knowledge of wine is infectious. We are so pleased to have her on our team!

WINES

Westport River Winery, Westport, Massachusetts

We’re pouring three wines from Westport River Winery, which is on the southeast coast of Massachusetts and is owned and operated by the Russell Family. They have been producing wine since 1986. On 80 acres of farmland near the Westport River, Westport River produces approximately 10,000 cases of wine a year, including their signature traditional method sparkling wines, whites, reds, and vermouth.

Mayflower Sparkling Rosé

Varietal: Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay Alc. 12.5%

This Mayflower Rosé has a powerful aromatic nose of orange

marmalade, toast, strawberry jam, and bread dough. It is rich and toasty, with bright notes of cherry, strawberry, tangy mandarin orange and yellow peach. With its clean and lingering flavors, it is reminiscent of classic aged Champagne, finishing with a touch of nutty sherry and caramel. Powerful, mouth-filling fruit flavors are nevertheless crisp and balanced. Pairs well with richer foods such as garlic sausages and charcuterie. $36.99

Mayflower Pinot Gris

Varietal: Pinot Gris Alc. 12.6%

Aromas of white peach, ripe yellow apple, and sweet anise hint at the complexity of this wine. Smooth, balanced, and rich, this Pinot Gris takes advantage of grapes grown on Long Island to produce a classic example of this popular grape variety. Ripe, unoaked, textured, and silky on the finish. Pairs well with quiche, shellfish, spicy Indian and Asian cuisine. $27.99

Silk & Spice Silk Route Red Blend, Portugal

Varietals: 40% Tinta Roriz, 40% Baga, 20% Merlot Alc. 13%

Silk & Spice is a tribute to the spirit of adventure shown by the

Portuguese navigators who explored the globe in the 15th century and discovered the commercial silk and spice routes. Silk Route celebrates its namesake and is a smooth, ruby-colored red wine with aromas of red fruit, white chocolate, and vanilla. It has a finish that is both silky and smooth. Pairs well with cured meats, lamb, pork. $14.99

Evesham Wood Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon

Varietal: Pinot Noir Alc. 13%

Nestled on a lower terrace of the Eola-Amity Hills’ eastern slope in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, this 13 acre-estate vineyard was planted in 1986. The soils are primarily basalt-derived volcanic and very well-drained, thus yielding pinot noir with great structure and at the same time aromatic and with finesse. Evesham Wood obtained organic certification in 2000. In addition, the winery is a charter member of the Deep Roots Coalition, an advocacy group for wines produced exclusively from non-irrigated vines. Since 2005 Evesham Wood has been associated with the international organic/biodynamic organization, “Renaissance des Appellations,” whose members are required to adhere to rigid organic and quality standards. Their Willamette Valley Pinot Noir has dried strawberry and dried orange zest on the nose, as well as ash. It is medium-to full-bodied with fine tannins and slate, stone, and bark undertones to the subtle fruit. Pairs well with grilled salmon, roast pork, coq au vin.

$27.99

2019 River Flatts Red

Varietals: 80% Marquette, 20% Petite Pearl Alc. 13.5%

 As the grape growing culture of Massachusetts matures, new

hybrid grape varieties are being developed specifically for a

North American climate, and Westport is at the forefront of

these efforts. One grape variety they are having success with is

Marquette. This hybrid grape, genetically a grandchild of Pinot Noir, has been bred to withstand cooler northern climates and disease pressures. River Flatts Red is a blend of Marquette with Petite Pearl, another recent hybrid that brings a splash of Italian personality to the wine. The result is a wine with a fruity nose, a touch of autumn leaves, citrus rind, and a lovely bouquet of spice (cardamom and nutmeg). The wine is full of bright red cherry and fresh blackberry fruit flavors. Medium bodied yet quite refreshing, it needs a few minutes to open up to its full potential, but once it does it is lively, fresh, and food friendly. Pair with pizza, pasta with red sauce, and burgers. $29.99

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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 from Rockport Brewing.

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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 Susan 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.

Welcome Your Donation in any amount for Pathways for Children.

Thank You! …Kathleen

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Savour Wine Tastings!

August 26 – “Semi-Grand” tasting with 4 tables (32 wines)

Sept. 2 – Susan Richards – Savour’s wine expert

Sept. 9 – Paige Farrell – Hogshead Wines

Sept. 16 – Augusto Gabriel with wine of Portugal

Sept. 23 – Mike Guinard – Sales Manager, Village Wine Imports

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Continuing to offer a 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