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

Tony da Caneca Restaurant:  72 Elm Road, Newark, NJ 07105. www.tonydacaneca.com

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 25^th
        - 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:

Make Wine With US:  http://www.makewinetasting.com/

American Wine Society: http://www.americanwinesociety.org/

AWS Meadowlands Blog for news and updates: http://wineclub201.blogspot.com/

Kathryn's Confections: http://kathrynsconfections.com/

Tony de Caneca Restaurant: www.tonydacaneca.com