AWS Meadowlands
Chapter - January Meeting Update
The Meadowlands
Chapter would like to extend a special thanks to Maria Stevens representing Soares Franco Family,
Palm Bay International and Fedway Associates for her wonderful presentation and
wealth of knowledge, and history on these wines.
Wines presented: Available at Stew Lenard's - Clifton
ü Twin Vines White Vinho Verde -
Vinho
Verde DOC
ü Periquita Original Red 2013 -Península de Setúbal
ü Periquita Reserva 2012 -Peninsula de Setúbal
ü
Ripanco Red 2013 - Alentejo
ü
Domini Douro 2012 -Douro DOC
ü
Jose de Sousa Red 2012 -Alentejo
ü JMF Alambre Moscatel de Setubal 2010 -Setúbal
DOC
Ports: Ruby, Fonseca Bin #27 &
10Yr Old aged Tawny Port, Taylor Fladgate.
News and Updates
Welcome
Everyone - To a Healthy New Year
- Holiday Party Recap: We like to thank everyone who participated in
setup, those who brought the wonderful deserts, and cleanup of facility. Also, thanks to “Make Wine With Us” for the donations of various varietal of
wines. Thanks to all the members and
guests for your participation and support thought the 2015 calendar year.
- Thanks to all members,
we have had the best membership drive and fastest growing group in New Jersey. Let’s
do it once again!
- New AWS membership
renewals discount options is available for 3 yr memberships. Visit http://www.americanwinesociety.org/
for more details. Also, please remember
to renew for 2016.
- Wine evaluation chart –
How to: This month we discussed the Appearance
of Wines.
- Portuguese style food pairing
provided by Tony da Caneca Restaurant.
- Chocolates provided by
Kathryn's Confections – Known for creating unique and tasty chocolates. Place your orders early for Valentine’s Day. Visit: http://kathrynsconfections.com/
- Racking of the wines –
Will take place at “Make Wine With Us” tonight Friday starting at 7pm. Then
again tomorrow Saturday starting at noon. Come and see how and why it’s done!
- Wine selections presented
here can be found at Stew Leonard's Clifton NJ location. Present
your AWS membership card for additional discount. (selective wines only) – see a store
manager for detail
Special
Thanks:
Stew Leonard's Mario DeChellis,
Manager
Additional appetizers provided by Nana,
Denise, Grace, Griselle, Elena…
John and Diann for taking time from
their very busy day
Maria Stevens for the Gift bags and Aprons, wines, food.
Meadowlands 2016
Calendar – Save the dates!
January
- Thursday 14th
Wines
of Portugal & What is a Port?
February - Thursday 25th
- Guest Speaker to be announced.
- Wine evaluation chart:
Aroma and Bouquet
March
- Thursday 24th - Guest Speaker to be announced.
April
–Friday 22nd - Earth Day – The influence of terroirs on wines.
May
- Thursday 19th - Annual Restaurant
month – Food and wine paring.
June
- Thursday 16th – Summer Wines
Websites:
Tony de Caneca Restaurant:
www.tonydacaneca.com
