Bolero Snort Brewery Beer Tasting - September 20th

Bolero Snort Brewery Beer Tasting

September 20th, 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Blackhorn American Black Lager,

Ragin’ Bull Amber Lager &

NEW There's No Rye-ing in Basebull

South Plainfield, New Jersey Store Only

#DrinkLocal

Cocktail Country: The Big Apple Manhattan

The Big Apple Manhattan

• 1/2 oz Wild Turkey bourbon

• 1/4 oz Amaretto Di Saronno

• 1/4 oz apple pucker liqueur

• 1 oz cranberry juice

• cherry garnish

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Add ice. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds, then strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a cherry.

Richard’s Kosher Wine Commandments

With the new addition of Kosher Wine Expert, Richard Fishman to the staff of Wine Country Bergenfield. We wanted to share:

Richard’s Kosher Wine Commandments

Thou shall let me help you to select the perfect wines for your special occasions
Thou shall decide what you like and drink what you like
Thou shall appreciate both the vineyards and the wine makers skill when judging
and comparing wine qualities
Thou shall purchase wines on sale as often as possible
Thou shall break out of your wine rotation once in a while and try new arrivals
Thou shall drink good wines with simple foods in order to appreciate and concentrate
on the wine qualities
Thou shall drink wine out of a wine glass
Thou shall place both red and white wines in the refrigerator to enjoy over several days
Thou shall not purchase a wine only for its label or judge a wine by its label.
Thou shall always swirl and smell a wine before tasting a wine
Thou shall linger over the finish of a wine to determine a wines quality
Thou shall get in the habit of writing down the names of wines you like
Thou shall expand your budget once in a while to be rewarded with delicious wines

Cocktail Country: Gin Gimlet

Gin Gimlet

* 2 oz Bulldog Organic Gin

* 1 3/4 oz Rose's lime juice

* Lime for garnish 

Pour the ingredients into a mixing glass with ice cubes.

Stir well.Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Sips and Tips Tasting (Bergenfield, South Plainfield and Hackettstown Stores)

As vacation season 2013 draws to a close and we all try to grab a last taste of the Summer, we've lined up 4 selections that would make for a great season send-off via your deck...pick up a couple of each of these and invite the neighbors...you'll be the wine all-star of the neighborhood!

J Lohr Vineyards and Wines

As one of the pioneering winemakers of California's Central Coast, Jerry Lohr in 1972 unveiled his first vineyard in the Arroyo Seco appellation of Monterey County, an area reknowned for having the state's longest growing season because of it's cooler heat index, providing the perfect conditions for the development of world-class Pinot Noir and Riesling.

J Lohr Bay Mist White Riesling

With an inviting honeysuckle aromatic, this clean and bright selection would make for an excellent apertif as its rich fruit fills the tongue with flavor.  That honeysuckle smoothly transitions into a touch of lycee fruit, with a tangerine essence and the pulpiness of blood orange citrus.  Consider this an ideal choice for Thai Chicken, Teriyaki-Grilled Vegetable Skewers, or the season-ending toast to another great Summer!

J Lohr Falcon's Perch Pinot Noir

Named for the Falcon that inhabits the lone Pine Tree in the vineyard, this delicious selection is a classic example of the potential Monterey has for producing versatile and richly-flavored Pinot Noir that can relate to delicate or full-flavor wine consumer.  The exuberance of the pulpy cherry fruit is enhanced by blending 24% Valdigue, or Napa
Gamay grape, a very fruit forward variety, while the richness and depth are due in large part to the Pommard and Dijon clones of Pinot Noir used in the vineyard, two French varieties of Pinot Noir well-known for their fuller body and flavor.

This Pinot is rich enough for grilled tender meats, but would pair best with grilled Alaskan King Salmon.

Carmen Winery of Chile

Founded in 1850, Carmen was Chile's first wine producer, maintaining a continuous production history of 160 years and sold in 50 countries around the world.  A landmark in its prodigious history was the 1994 rediscovery of Carmenere in Carmen's Merlot vineyards.  That discovery changed the course of Chile's wine industry, giving it a wine which is distinctly its own.

Carmen Gran Reserva Chardonnay

This is a Chardonnay lover's dream...slightly oaked nose with a nice dose of inviting vanilla, butterscotch, and figgy spice.  The flavor delivers a big texture of dried fruit flavors and ripe pineapple, with the juicy tropical acidity to balance the touch of creaminess on the finish.  Pair this with a big Summer grill food like Swordfish Steaks.  It will stand up to the best of Napa Carneros' Chardonnays at twice to three times the price!

Carmen Gran Reserva Carmenere

Considered to be a Cabernet-family variety, Carmenere was traditionally part of the blends of the best Bordeaux wines.  Today, it is almost exclusive to Chile, having been mistaken for a Merlot clone for a long time...until it was isolated in 1994 at Carmen Winery, it is believed that this variety is what made Chilean Merlot so unique.  This wine is the perfect grill match for the Aussie or Napa Cab lover...Full body, brambly, wild, diverse fruit flavors, hints of clove and bell pepper, and a touch of earthiness that lends beautiful character.  While it certainly matches to big grill meats, it also generates such great aromatics and flavors that it can be savored on its own...think cool late summer evening, with the first nip of Fall in the air!

El Buho Mezcal Cocktail Tasting

El Buho Mezcal Cocktail Tasting!

See how this high quality liquor mixes and matches at this upcoming event.

Wine Country Bergenfield  August 16th 5:00 - 8:00PM

Wine Country South Plainfield August 17th 6:00 - 9:00 PM

THE SMOKY PALOMA:

El Buho Mezcal

San Pellegrino Pomelo Soda

Pink Grapefruit

Lime Juice

Created By Toby Cecchini

THE NIGHT OWL:

El Buho Mezcal

Pickett's Ginger Beer

Serve as a Punch With Lemon Wheels

    Created By John Henry 

Summertime Rosé

For those of you that visited our stores this weekend, you may have tasted Artazu Garnacha Rose. What a truly little gem of a wine. A beautiful pink hued wine that is crisp, refreshing and dry and oh so balanced...You wouldn't believe how many people tossed it back like a shot of liquor. This one was not sipped and analyzed, just enjoyed. Most everyone asked for more. Remember, we offer wine tasting samples in store... not an open bar. We are only permitted by ABC law to offer samplings. Sorry.

But for those who missed it, we have plenty in stock till the end of summer. It's a great wine to have on hand.

I happened to take a bottle to my friend's pool party/ BBQ yesterday. There were a bunch of craft beer guys with absolutely no interest in even looking at my pink colored wine. But, their wives paid close attention to the Artazu Garnacha Rose as it was chilling down in a plastic sand pail with ice.

Once opened, it went in a split. I explained the qualities of fine rosé, we talked about the inviting bouquet of rose petals and the hints of strawberries and red raspberries. The wine was so well balanced and totally refreshing. The women were so into it. The guys didn't care but the ladies now know and understand how a good rosé works.

Mention this blast and get 25% off. It's a great deal.

-Scott