AWS Members and friends would like to thank Monika Elling for the presentation. Monika is also CEO of the Paradigm Collection, a newly launched, national importer of fine wines and craft spirits. She provided us with comparison of various wines.   Comparison of white Bourdeauxs to Santa Ynez Valley; Rose from Bourdeaux to Provance; old world to new world Malbec and Merlot.

                     The List of Wines for this Evening:
Amelia White Bordeaux Blend 2015 - Group favorite in white wine category
Gainey Sauvignon Blanc 2015
Amelia Bordeaux Rose 2015 - Group favorite in rose wine category
Domaine D'Astros Rose 2015

In the red category... it was a very tough getting a good read from the crowd between these delicious reds.

Amelia Bordeaux Red 2009 - Group favorite in Malbec category
Milo Gran Reserve Malbec 2014
Gainey Merlot 2014 - Group favorite in Merlot category
Chateau Peyfaures Bordeaux 2014   

UPCOMMING EVENTS:    @ MAKE WINE WITH US        SATURDAY MAY 5TH  

+ Barrel tasting  starting at  1 PM - 4 PM.   then same evening come to
+ Comedy Night starting at 7 PM - 9 PM     RSVP recommended as this is normally a sell out event. 

AWS Meadowlands Wine Tasting - April 26th



Monika is a noted speaker and author, and a regular presenter at numerous industry events, such as the Society of Wine Educators Conferences.    
As usual, we will have fantastic wines to cover for this month.  She will review a couple of special whites, now that spring is here a few awesome rose, and of course various reds.  These wines are specially selected and brought in by our speaker for this meeting, and will be topic of discussion.  

Location:

Monika is author of  Wine 123: All you need to know about wine in 90 minutes or less.   Tired of 300+ page wine education books?  Wine 123 is all you need to know about wine in 90 minutes or less.    Think of this book as the "Cliffs Notes" on wine.  Whether you are trying to identify your taste preferences or simply looking to pick up a good bottle for dinner, this is an intuitive guide to wine confidence used by many novice and professionals.   Book will be available at a special price for attendees.  

LIMITED SETTING - DONT FORGET TO RSVP

Sparkling wine, various whites, reds, and unique varietal blends of indigenous grapes.

Friday, March 23, 2018    6:45PM – 9:00PM
Make Wine With Us: Winemaking School 21 Curie Road, Wallington NJ
For Meadowlands please RSVP to: Angel Martinez at : Email: wineclub201@gmail.com
Members pay only $15               Non-Members pay only $20

Due to limited space, RSVP required 

Portuguese Tavern wine and food pairing was a fantastic event, hosted by AWS member Maria Stevens of  JMF - Grupo Faustino - Palm Bay International and Executive Chef José Luis Santos.  Maria's knowledge of culture, food and wines of this region is unmatched.   Special discounts for those who attended, at Stew Leonard's of Clifton NJ store for all of the wines listed below.   The event took place at the wonderful Portuguese Tavern at 507 Crooks Avenue, Clifton, NJ. 

Wine selections for this five course meal were:

1. Twin Vines (Vinho Verde DOC), 2017
2. Lancers Rosé (Península de Setúbal)
3. Ripanço Private Selection Red (Alentejo), 2016
4. Periquita Reserva (Península de Setúbal), 2014   90 pts  WE
5. Domini (Douro DOC), 2014       90 pts  WE
6. José de Sousa (Alentejo), 2015   94 pts WE
7. JMF Alambre Moscatel de Setúbal (Setúbal DOC), 2010    91 pts WS

Thanks to all of the American Wine Society members who attended and made it a fun evening.

This was a sell out / full house event.

The House of Mondavi event was rocking good.  This was another successful event and we are very happy that so many members and guest came out for this tasting event.     It's due to on-going member support that allows us to bring in awesome wines and presenters.    We like to shout out special thanks to Bill McPharlin & Andrew McKenna of Charles Krug Mondavi for a fun evening.    

Wine lineup for the evening were

1.            Charles Krug Sauvignon Blanc 2016  

2.            Charles Krug Chardonnay 2016    

3.            Charles Krug Pinot Noir 2015    

4.            Charles Krug Merlot 2013             voted #3

5.            Charles Krug Cabernet 2014         voted #2

6.            Charles Krug Generations 2014    voted #1

7.            Purple Heart Wines - Napa Valley Red 2015   

AWS Membership

Do not forget to renew your membership via the American Wine Society web page.  Simply click on the last tab on the right-hand side of the screen.     Our numbers gets us these awesome speakers, presentations, unique opportunities, and wines.    Let us get everyone one else, here updated before end of February. 

You said you wanted more... Here are a few more up coming events 

Make Wine With US: 
Sat 3/3/18 Barrel Samplings - No charge and no reservations required. 1:00-4:00pm.  Taste the wines, choose one and you can buy into a barrel.   In addition, you can check out the delicious selections of Olive Oils, Balsamic Vinegars,

Make Wine With US: 
Sat 3/17/18 Comedy Night 7:30-11:00pm

The Portuguese Tavern
Thursday March 8th at The Portuguese Tavern, they have a Food and Wine Pairing.  Maria De Fonseca brand wines.   Must RSVP    located at  507 Crooks Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011 – Phone no. 973-772- 9703  Price: $ 55.00 (Tax & Gratuity Included) – RSVP Required (Limited Seating)

Thursday March 8th Sussex Chapter will also have Mondavi presentation, CK Mondavi on Thursday, March 8, 2018.

SAVE THE DATE:   Friday March 23 – Presentation in Greek Wines by Jason Martinez

Do not forget to visit our Blog: www.wineclub201.blogspot.com for dates and events, like us on Facebook: American Wine Society Meadowlands Chapter

Don't forget to RSVP to AWS Meadowlands February 23rd event @ wineclub201@Gmail.com

THE HOUSE OF MONDAVI!

This month we will focus on the history of 
Mondavi and the Charles Krug Winery.

Join Bill McPharlin & Andrew McKenna of CK Mondavi to discover the amazing wine produced by the Royalty of Napa Valley.   We will try them all, from the crisp and fruity Sauvignon Blanc through the bold and complex Cabernet Sauvignon.    The Charles Krug Winery was the first Commercial Winery established in Napa, California in 1861 and to this day remains one of the best wine producers of Napa valley.   

DATE:   Friday, February 23, 2018            TIME:  6:45PM – 9:00PM 

LOCATION:   Make Wine With Us Winery   21 Curie Ave, Wallington NJ

Members pay only $15      Non-Members/Guest only $20         ( space is filling up fast )

Don't forget to renew your membership to take advantage of everything American Wine Society has to offer. Visit the AWS webpage:   http://www.americanwinesociety.org/


If your not able to make this event, our Friends at Sussex County Fairgrounds will host CK Mondavi on Thursday, March 8, 2018.  Time: 6:45PM – 9:00PM.  Located at 37 Plains Road, Augusta NJ in the Administration Building.  For Sussex please RSVP to: Russell Ruffino at Email: awssussex@gmail.com

We are non-profit education program with an appreciation of wines and wine education for everyone. 

More Events:
Portuguese Tavern Presents Spring in Portugal.   Food pairing will feature José Maria da Fonseca Wines.  Hosted by Chef Jose Luis Santos; wine selections by Maria Stevens.  March 8th at 6:30 PM  For reservations call 973-772-9703.  Price $55 (This includes Tax and Gratuity)       All of the wines for this event can also be located at the Stew Leonard's Clifton Store.    

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If your interested in learning more about wines visit Make Wines With Us.  Tel: 201-876-9463 or Email: info@makewinewithus.com  or visit web site:  www.makewinetasting.com for upcoming events.     Barrel Sampling takes place on Sunday  2/11/18 between 1 - 4 PM        Don't miss out.

DO NOT FORGET!

BARREL SAMPLING on SUNDAY 2/11/2018  1 - 4 PM  @   MAKE WINE WITH US 

Join in the fun and explore by sampling various varietals, see which one appeals to you.  Bring friends, select the wine, design a label, and share and enjoy anytime.   No cover charge or reservations needed.  If you have questions about wines, knowledgeable staff on hand will be happy to answer them all and the process of wine making.    

Make Wine With Us is conveniently located at 21 Curie Ave. Wallington, NJ 07057

For more on this and other events visit: http://www.makewinetasting.com/