Keep up-to date with AWS Meadowlands upcoming events.

Take a look at the schedule on the right and update your calendar reminder.


YOU SAY YOUR LOOKING FOR MORE FUN?   Save the date: Saturday, June 24th. 

Our friends at the AWS NY-Kylix Chapter will be setting up another trip to the Long Island wineries, takes place on Saturday, June 24th.    

Jay and Bonnie have spent  time and worked in Long Island winery so they are very knowledgeable with the area.  This is essentially their back yard and have many friends there. 

They were able to provide us with special time slots with winery owners for an inside look on LI wineries.  Jay and Bonnie did one last year and it turnout to be very educational and a fun trip. Be sure to let us know if your interested before end of the month so they can make needed arrangements.    

                   Yes - There is more!   

Take a trip to the finger lakes for the AWS 50^th Anniversary Celebration at Dr. Frank’s Vinifera Wine Cellars on Sunday, August 13, 11:00 AM. Cost is 65 per person. Email was sent to all AWS members. 

As expected.. Spring in Portugal was a hit and everyone enjoyed the fantastic selections of wine presented.    Here is the list of sampled wines.    

TWO SPARKLING WINES:

        PV Cava Rosado (Rose) / Penedes  

        PV Cava Brut (White) / Penedes

ONE WHITE WINES:

        JMF Twin Vines Vinho Verde 2016 / Vinho Verde DOC, Portugal

ONE ROSE WINES:

              Lancers Rose / Portugal

FOUR RED WINES:

      Periquita Original 2014 / Peninsula de Setubal, Portugal 

      Domini Douro 2014 / Douro DOC, Portugal

      Domini Plus 2014 / Douro DOC, Portugal

      Portia Roble 2015 / Ribera del Duero, Spain

AWS Meadowlands members would like to thanks Maria Stevens of Palm Bay International for sharing her knowledge and presentation.   We also like to thank Make Wine With Us for their hospitality.   http://www.makewinetasting.com/

Upcoming Events

AWS Meadowlands Meeting is Thursday May 18th.    7 PM - 9 PM

Many who were disappointed not able to make it to restaurant night in February for the Portuguese dinner... you have one more change to sample some fantastic wines from Portugal.   

This month we feature:  Portugal In The Spring,  Presented by José Maria da Fonseca brands.

Be sure to RSVP for all events - send email to wineclub201@gmail.com



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American Wine Society - Meadowlands Chapter Presents

Restaurant Night at Segovia Steakhouse & Seafood 

American Wine Society Meadowlands Chapter is proud to be hosting a Restaurant Night at Segovia’s Steak House.    Segovia’s Steak house one of the premier restaurants in Bergen County is opening their doors and their hearts to support the AWS Meadowlands Chapter.  This wonderful meal will be served family style and there will be a cash bar available for all those wishing to have a little something extra aside from wine pairing. Did someone say Sangria?

Segovia Steak House menu

Assorted appetizers of Calamari, Shrimp, Mussels

Salad

Seafood Paella, Sirloin Tips Marsala, Lemon Chicken with Artichokes

Assorted Vegetables, Spanish style Potatoes

Dessert Flan

Soda, Coffee and Tea are included

Segovia Steak House is located at 217 Main Street, Little Ferry, NJ.  Seating at 6:30 with dinner starting at 7:00 PM.   Price $30.00 per person.    

Seating is limited, RSVP is required.  If you’re interested in tasting good food, and learning about wine pairings, contact us via email at wineclub201@gmail.com for reservations no later than June 14, 2017.    

They are allowing us to bring our own wine for this event.  Members, please bring a bottle of your choice that you wish to share with your chapter buddies and offer your opinion on why your feel this wine will pair well with this meal.

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Sunday, May 7, 2017 - Last Barrel Sampling until 2018  

Come to Make Wine With Us for the last Barrel Sampling of the season.   This is a free event and no reservations are required.  A Barrel Sampling is an open house event and runs from 1:00-4:00pm.    This is an opportunity to taste various fantastic wine varietals from various regions. You may even want to take some home.   Bring food and snacks, friends and family and if you don't want to taste out of a plastic cup BYOG (bring your own glass).  Location: 21 Currie Avenue, Wallington, NJ 07057    This is an award wining wine school, come and visit them to learn more.  Website:  http://www.makewinetasting.com