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Wine Tasting Seminar “Argentina, the Wines of Susana Balbo” Friday September 23rd, 7pm

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We’ll taste ten wines with a break for heavy hors d’oeuvres
Liz Sathe of Folio Fine Wine Partners will present 10 wines from the iconic Argentine winemaker Susana Balbo who, in 1999, founded the Dominio del Plata Winery in the Lujan de Cuyo region of Mendoza. She was the first female enologist in the history of Argentine winemaking, and is credited with creating the floral, citrusy style of Torrentes that has become Arentina’s signature white. Balbo’s reds are all very highly regarded, she’s know as one of the finest Malbec producers in the region. Join us and learn more about Argentine wines through the wines of one of its best producers!

The Wines:
Crios Torrontes
Susana Balbo Signature Barrel Fermented Torrontes
Susana Balbo Signature Rose
Ben Marco Malbec
Susana Balbo Signature Malbec
Ben Marco Cabernet
Susana Balbo Signature Cabernet
Ben Marco Expresivo
Susana Balbo Signature Brioso
Nostros Malbec

Space is Limited Sign up now!
Stop by Wine World 133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC
or Call us at 803 279 9522 to reserve your space.
Only $25/person ($18 for WINE CLUB Members)
Attendees will be offered special prices when ordering these wines.
Pre-Paid reservation is required to save your place.
The Seminar will begin promptly at 7pm

WINE CLUB September 2016 Selections

WINE CLUB!

“The first rule of WINE CLUB is… ALWAYS talk about WINE CLUB!”
The Wine buyers (Andrew and Dale) pick two wines each month for you that we love, and you will too. One white (or rose, or bubbly) and one red. The total value of wines will exceed $40 (usually between $45 and $50) and the longer you sign up for, the better the deal! (see below for pricing and perks)

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Praxis Gewurtztraminer 2013
Russian River Valley, Sonoma, CA
This is a dry Gewurztraminer, with full Gewurztraminer character, similar in style to the structured and complex Alsatian Gewurtz’s. Many Gewurtraminers you encounter will be at least a little sweet, we love this grape as a dry wine!! The grape tastes and smells a little like a Lychee Nut. If you’ve never tried a Lychee, you can sometimes find them canned at Asian markets, and definitely worth trying if for no other reason than to compare with a gewurtz! We always recommend Gewurztraminer as the ideal match for Thanksgiving Turkey, but it’s also one of the best wines for Asian and Indian food. Be sure to let the bottle warm up a bit before you drink this, the flavors are muted at refrigerator temperature, but really jump out of the glass as the wine approaches room temperature.
A good inexpensive sweet gewurtz we have in the shop, is the Robertson from South Africa, it’s also yummy!
Wine Enthusiast gave the Praxis a respectable 89, I would rate it higher!!
http://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/praxis-2013-gewurztraminer-russian-river-valley/

The Pundit Syrah 2014
88% Syrah, 6% Grenache, 4% Mourvèdre, 2% Viognier
This is a collaboration between renowned Rhone winemaker Michel Gassier, and Washington State Winery Chateau Ste. Michelle. The grapes are sourced in Washington State. Approximately 22% of the grapes were fermented as whole clusters, remember the Whole Cluster Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley? (April 2016 selection) We tasted the 2013, thought it was great, wanted to use it for Wine Club in January, but couldn’t get any. It had sold out completely! (found out later that it got ratings in the 90s from many of the major critics) Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate gave this wine, the 2014, 92pts, and had this to say:
The Wine Advocate – “The finest vintage of this cuvee to date (it’s only the second year for the cuvee though), the 2014 Syrah The Pundit has loads of ripe dark fruits, charcoal, smoked herbs and licorice in a concentrated, rich, yet always balanced and fresh style. Made from 88% Syrah, 6% Grenache and the rest Mourvedre, aged mostly in French oak (which is a positive change from the American oak used for the 2013), with a small part in concrete, drink this pleasure-bent effort over the coming 4-5 years. ”
Pairing? Syrah is know for it’s flexibility, this would be considered a warm climate heavy syrah, so you’re going to want a meal with some heft, and some interesting spice, a little mint, for example is going to bring out extra flavors in this wine
Here’s some ideas I pulled off the internet from “Food&Wine”, I’m getting hungry!!
Grilled Bison with Black Rice and Shiso-Plum Compote
Lamb Chops with Fennel Relish
Olive-Crusted Lamb with Adzuki Bean Stew
Paprika-Roasted Leg of Lamb
Pork and Purple Taro Stew

Here’s the price structure WINE CLUB:
3 months $40/month = $120 and you also receive a FREE Riedel glass
6 months $36/month = $216 and you also receive two FREE Riedel glasses
12 months $32/month = $384 and you also receive four FREE Riedel glasses
All WINE CLUB members get a substantial discount on Wine Tasting Seminars at Wine World (usually 25%)
WINE CLUB members get a 15% Case discount when you pick up your club wines, since you are picking up 2 you only need to pick 10 more wines to make it a case!

Sign Up Now!
Come by the shop, 133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC 29841
or give us a call at 803.279.9522

First Friday September 2nd Drop-In Wine Tasting 5-8pm

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We’ll taste 6 wines, 3 whites, 3 reds, and cheese.
Drop-In anytime between 5 and 8pm.
$5 and a $3 rebate when you buy a bottle of featured wine.

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Wine World Wines, Friday, August 5, 2016

Tricky (Rabbit), Sauvignon Blanc ,Valle del Maule, Chile 2015
With 10% skinless Carmenèreso. Peach and melon aromas are straightforward and mildly grassy. A fresh mouthfeel and simple flavors of tangerine, lime and grapefruit finish. Eggplant Dip, Goat Cheese, Chicken Tarragon, Greek Salad, Oysters in white wine sauce.

E. Guigal, Côtes du Rhône Blanc, Rhône Valley, France 2015
65% Viognier. Offers terrific clarity and purity in its tangerine, citrus and orange blossom, in a clean, and crisp. On the palate, fruity with plenty of richness and body. Roasted Asparagus w/Feta, Scallops in Ginger Sauce, Asian Style chicken.

Pfefferer, Moscato Giallo, Colterenzio, Italy, 2015
Golden Muscat dry. Aromatic and elegant, dry, youthful and zesty with grapey fruit and lots of freshness. Perfect aperitif , delicious with spicy hors d’oeuvres and fish based dishes.

Aveleda, Charamba, Douro, Portugal, 2014
With soft tannins and ripe berry fruits, this is an immediately accessible wine. It has a fresh character, with a smoky edge and a ripe, smooth aftertaste. A great barbecue wine

Circius, Côtes du Rhône, Rhone, France, 2013
Gorgeous red reveals a lot of sucrosity (sweetness from ripeness) along with loads of lavender, black raspberry, kirsch, licorice and a touch of pepper. Mexican Steak w/Avocado Salsa

Penfolds Club, Tawny Port, South Australia, Australia, NV
Currants, caramel and vanilla clove. Big flavors of walnut, honey & dates w/toasty oak.
Hard cheeses, crème brûlée, Chocolate covered figs, full-bodied cigars.

Bordeaux Wine Tasting Seminar Friday, August 26, 7 pm with Jean-Pierre Chambas, CEO of Aleph Wines

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Stop by Wine World 133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC
or Call us at 803 279 9522 to reserve your space.
Only $25/person ($18 for WINE CLUB Members)
Attendees will be offered special prices when ordering these wines.
Pre-Paid reservation is required to save your place.

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We’ll explore wines from Bordeaux with Jean-Pierre as our guide.  He’ll share his deep knowledge (and opinions!) about the region and its producers.   JP’s seminars are not to be missed; great wines, great stories, great information on the wines. (sign up early)
We’ll taste 11 wines with a break halfway-ish for heavy Hors d’Oeuvres

The Wines
Cru de la Maqueline, Bordeaux Rouge 2012
C’Anice, Graves Blanc 2014
Ch Mirefleur, Bordeaux Superior 2012
Ch Roc Taillade, Medoc 2015
Ch Malmaison Rothschild, Moulis 2010
Ch Paveil de Luze, Margaux 2012
Fleur de Pesdesclaux, Pauillac 2010
Ch Chantegrive, Graves Blanc 2010
Ch Villa Belair, Graves Blanc 2010
Ch La Grange Clinet, Premieres Cotes de Bordeaux 2014
Ch du Bosquet, Cotes de Bourg 2011

Space is Limited Sign up now!
Stop by Wine World 133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC
or Call us at 803 279 9522 to reserve your space.
Only $25/person ($18 for WINE CLUB Members)
Attendees will be offered special prices when ordering these wines.
Pre-Paid reservation is required to save your place.

Third Thursday August 18th Drop-In Wine Tasting 5-8pm

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We’ll taste 6 wines, 3 whites, 3 reds, and cheese.
Drop-In anytime between 5 and 8pm.
$5 and a $3 rebate when you buy a bottle of featured wine.08-18-16_TT_Pic

Hopler, Pannonica White Blend, Weinland, Austria 2015
Grüner Veltliner 40%, Chardonnay 35%, Pinot Blanc 25%. Light yellow green, with spicy hay and apricot, hint of roses and lime. Roasted Chicken, Spicy Shrimp, Wiener Schnitzel.

J Vineyards, Pinot Gris, Russian River, California 2015
Crisp, with bright fruit and a kiss of minerality. Kaffir lime and Asian pear plus tropical notes of pineapple and jasmine flowers. Asian Thai cuisine, Tomato Gazpacho or Goat Cheese with Rosemary Crackers, Crab Salad.

E. Guigal, Côtes du Rhône Rosé, Rhône Valley, France 2015
Grenache 60%, Cinsault 30%, Syrah 10%. Fresh with an expressive nose of red fruits and citrus. Notes of raspberry and red currant. Fruity, fine and round. Charcuterie, Leg of Lamb, Enchiladas, Gyros, Margarita Pizza.

Sierra Batuco, Pinot Noir, Maule Valley, Chile 2013
Floral nose, cherry flayors and fresh acidity. Pungent oak notes. Forest floor smoky nose, but lovely darker fruit. Braised Duck w/Grapes, Beef Stew w/Olives, Grilled Spareribs.

L. Bosio, Barbera d’ Asti, Piedmont, Italy 2013
“Leda Truffle Hunter” Ruby red in color, shows ample red fruit on the nose. It has silky tannins that give it a smooth mouthfeel. Freshness and approachability. Antipasti, Chicken Yakitori, Osso Buco, Neapolitan Pizza.

Prime Cuts, Red Blend, Swartland, South Africa 2015
Nose is super bright, appealing, a salad of mixed fruits. Masses of strawberry, raspberry, red fruit flavours with a slightly creamy finish. Grilled Roast, Pasta and Aged Cheeses.

WINE CLUB August 2016 selections

WINE CLUB!

“The first rule of WINE CLUB is… ALWAYS talk about  WINE CLUB!”
The Wine buyers (Andrew and Dale) pick two wines each month for you that we love, and you will too.   One white (or rose, or bubbly) and one red.  The total value of wines will exceed $40 (usually between $45 and $50) and the longer you sign up for, the better the deal! (see below for pricing and perks)

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Galerie, Naissance, Napa Valley, Sauvignon Blanc, 2014
A wonderful California style Sauvignon Blanc made by Laura Diaz Munoz. Originally from Spain, she’s worked there, New Zealand, and Chile, but has settled in Napa and makes the Galerie line of wines for the Jackson Family. Her first wine memory is of enjoying a Spanish Albarino. This Sauvugnon Blanc displays some of the minerality I associate with a good Albarino or Califonia Sauvignon Blanc. This wine is beautifully balanced, you’ll really appreciate this wine’s elegance as it grows in the glass. Broiled Sea Bass with olive oil and Goat’s Cheese, Grilled Shrimp tacos with guacamole, light Asian fare, sushi or Thai salads.
92pts from the Wine Enthusiast:
http://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galerie-2014-naissance-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley-223126/

Read about it on the Galerie website:
http://www.galeriewines.com/naissance-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley

Böen, Pinot Noir,Russian River Valley, Sonoma, CA, 2015
This is Joseph Wagner’s project, part of his Copper Cane company, you may know him as the winemaker of the Belle Glos single vineyard Pinot Noir wines that he still makes, and for the Meomi Pinot Noir which he developed but has since sold to Constellation Brands. The Wagner family has farmed the Caymus vineyard since the 1940s and established the Caymus winery in 1972. (the same year Wine World opened in North Augusta!) The Wagners also make the Emmolo, Mer Soleil, and Conundrum wines. Elouan is made by Joseph as well. This Russian River Pinot is definitely in the Wagner style, big, bold, and fruity. As fruit forward as this wine is, it also shows lots of richness, complexity, and nice balance across the palate. The Tech. sheet says “Cola, vanilla cream soda. Chocolate and black licorice carries through to the palate. Dried strawberry flavors with hints of cranberry and prune. Fresh, bright acidity. A dustiness or earthiness and very fine and persistent tannins.” Seems just about right to me! Cuban style sandwich with ham, gruyere, and chopped olives, Jerked Chicken, pasta salad with bacon and Italian sausage, veggie lasagna w/ portabello.
Read whole tech sheet here:
http://www.coppercane.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/BOEN-RR-Pinot-Noir_Techsheet_2015.pdf

Here’s the WINE CLUB pricing structure and perks:
3 months $40/month = $120 and you also receive a FREE Riedel glass
6 months $36/month = $216 and you also receive two FREE Riedel glasses
12 months $32/month = $384 and you also receive four FREE Riedel glasses
All WINE CLUB members get a substantial discount on Wine Tasting Seminars at Wine World (usually 25%)
Fill out a case and get a 15% case discount on any non-red tag wines when you pick-up your WINE CLUB wines…. aaaand the wine club wines count toward the case!

Sign Up Today!
Come by the shop, 133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC 29841
or give us a call at 803.279.9522

First Friday August 5th Drop-In Wine Tasting 5-8pm

Events

We’ll taste 6 wines, 3 whites, 3 reds, and cheese.
Drop-In anytime between 5 and 8pm.
$5 and a $3 rebate when you buy a bottle of featured wine.

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Wine World Wines, Friday, August 5, 2016

Tricky (Rabbit), Sauvignon Blanc ,Valle del Maule, Chile 2015
With 10% skinless Carmenèreso. Peach and melon aromas are straightforward and mildly grassy. A fresh mouthfeel and simple flavors of tangerine, lime and grapefruit finish. Eggplant Dip, Goat Cheese, Chicken Tarragon, Greek Salad, Oysters in white wine sauce.

E. Guigal, Côtes du Rhône Blanc, Rhône Valley, France 2015
65% Viognier. Offers terrific clarity and purity in its tangerine, citrus and orange blossom, in a clean, and crisp. On the palate, fruity with plenty of richness and body. Roasted Asparagus w/Feta, Scallops in Ginger Sauce, Asian Style chicken.

Pfefferer, Moscato Giallo, Colterenzio, Italy, 2015
Golden Muscat dry. Aromatic and elegant, dry, youthful and zesty with grapey fruit and lots of freshness. Perfect aperitif , delicious with spicy hors d’oeuvres and fish based dishes.

Aveleda, Charamba, Douro, Portugal, 2014
With soft tannins and ripe berry fruits, this is an immediately accessible wine. It has a fresh character, with a smoky edge and a ripe, smooth aftertaste. A great barbecue wine

Circius, Côtes du Rhône, Rhone, France, 2013
Gorgeous red reveals a lot of sucrosity (sweetness from ripeness) along with loads of lavender, black raspberry, kirsch, licorice and a touch of pepper. Mexican Steak w/Avocado Salsa

Penfolds Club, Tawny Port, South Australia, Australia, NV
Currants, caramel and vanilla clove. Big flavors of walnut, honey & dates w/toasty oak.
Hard cheeses, crème brûlée, Chocolate covered figs, full-bodied cigars.

Third Thursday July 21st 2016 Drop-In Wine Tasting 5-8pm

Events

We’ll taste 6 wines, 3 whites, 3 reds, and cheese.
Drop-In anytime between 5 and 8pm.
$5 and a $3 rebate when you buy a bottle of featured wine.

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Wine World Wines, Thursday, July 21, 2016

Ch Jolys, Jurancon Sec, 2013, Jurancon, France
Petit & Gros Manseng. Nose is elegant & intense with floral & fruity aromas: honeysuckle, jasmin. Fresh, fruity and rich favors. Crab Cakes, Lobster Tails, Mussels in cream sauce.

Jéan~Paul, Blanc de Blanc, 2015, Gascogne, France
Aromatics, zesty and invigorating. Flavour is equally fresh & zingy, dry but fruity. Sushi, Citrus fruit, pineapple.

Belstar, Cuvée Rosé, NV, Veneto, Italy
Elegant fusion of Merlot, Pinot Nero & Sauvignon. Bouquet of delicious fruity and floral aromas. Fresh, juicy, soft and sweet with citrus, licorice, melon and ripe strawberries. Clean, easy style with light, creamy mousse.

Valentin Bianchi Elsa, Malbec, 2014, Mendoza, Argentina
Aromas of ripe plum and violets, with hints of vanilla. A rich and weighty mouth feel
with soft silkiness. The soft, supple palate leads to a lingering finish. Salmon or other flavorful fish, pork and beef. Supreme Pizza, Veal Scallops, Aged Cheddar Cheese.

Chamisal, Pinot Noir, 1213, Central Coast, California
Red cherry, plum and wild blackberry, with attributes of briar and forest floor. The palate is full and round with bright fruit, hints of cotton candy. Chateaubriand, Bison Burger, Pasta

Barossa Valley, GSM, 2013, Barossa, Australia
Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre grapes. Fragrant violet with a burst of red berry fruits lingering softly on a velvety texture. Ripe fruit, plummy flavors. Grilled Hanger Steak, Ratatouille

Wines of Veneto, Italy. Wine Tasting Seminar Friday July 29th 7pm

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The Veneto, in northeastern Italy, is among the most well known, most popular, and most beautiful Italian wine regions. It stretches from Lake Garda at its southern end to the foothills of the Alps and Austria in the north. Dan Suchko will be our entertaining and informative guide. We’ll taste some classic whites, and a rose. We’ll taste an example of single varietal Cabernet Sauvignon, representing the recent use and acceptance of “international” grape varietals in the region.
 
The heart of the seminar is in the Corvina-based red wines: a marvelous close comparison of five wines from three of the best producers, starting with traditional Valpolicella and progressing through the “raisined wines” leading to Ripassa and Amarone. We’ll sample examples of these world class wines, truly an exceptional opportunity!
 
The Wines:
Lamarca Prosecco
Bertani Bertrarose
Pieropan Soave
Tenuta Polvaro Oro White Blend
Tenuta Polvaro Cabernet Sauvignon
Allegrini Valpolicella
Masi Campofiorin
Allegrini Palazzo Della Torre
Zenato Ripassa
Allegrini Amarone
 
We’ll taste the first five wines then take a break for heavy Hors d’oeuvre then taste the other five wines
 
Space is Limited Sign up now!
Stop by Wine World 133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC
or Call us at 803 279 9522 to reserve your space.
Only $20/person ($15 for WINE CLUB Members)