WOW!!    The AWS Meadowlands BANFI presentation was a splendid tasting event.  We started the year with the industry’s best and extremely knowledgeable educator of wines.   Sharron McCarthy was fabulous!      

The background stories were entertaining and a lot of fun to hear.      Sharron was wonderful, as were her wine selections.  Some wines were exclusively selected for the event and a real treat for the club members who attended.   She gave us an in-depth look at the Tuscan region and the stories that enhanced our enjoyment and discovery of Italian wines.

 It was VERY difficult to pick a favorites from that bunch.  Banfi is indeed dedicated to producing fine wines and each one of these proved it.   All were uniquely fabulous.   All of these wines are rated over 90 plus points.
1. La Pettegola Vermentino        

2. San Angelo Pinot Grigio 2016 

3. Fonte Alla Selva Chianti Classico  2013

4. Stil Novo Governo All’Uso Toscanno 2016

5. Aska Bolgheri   Cab Sauv. & Cab Franc blend 2014

6. Belnero Castello 2013

7. Brunello Di MOntalcino Castello 2012

8. Summus Castello Red Blend 2013  

We had a fantastic turnout and a fun night with over 50 seats filled.   Thanks to all of the members and friends who attended this great evening.   Also, we like to thank Sharron for the drip stop wine pourer that she handed out to everyone, as they always comes in handy.   

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AWS Meadowlands Friday, February 23
Don't forget to RSVP for next month's meeting:  HOUSE OF MONDAVI!  This will be a sell out so get your reservations in early, we do have limited sitting if you plan to attend and want to experience Napa Valley Wines. 

If you are not able to make this one be sure to catch it at the Sussex County Fairgrounds on Thursday, March 8, starting at 6:45 PM

February
Experience the French American hybrid grape varieties session at the Sussex County Fair.

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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.

Next AWS Meadowlands meeting takes place on JANUARY 25th. We will have a special presentation from Banfi wines called "Tuscany Revisited"

This awesome session will be presented by Sharron McCarthy, VP of Wine Education at Banfi.  She is a subject matter expert and will be sharing various delicious white and red Tuscan wines with us.   Do not Miss out.

RSVP is needed for this event 

sent email to wineclub201@gmail.com to reserve your seat.   Share this event with a friend or family member and help them learn all about wines.     

Hello Everyone hope your holiday season was fabulous and you are now looking forward to getting back to tasting some new wines for our 2018 calendar year.    Well... we do have an awesome lineup for you.   Please renew your memberships to get most benefits from the American Wine Society.  Visit us at http://www.americanwinesociety.org/  under the membership tab. 

Please come to our next meeting JANUARY 25th.  We will have a special presentation from BANFI wines.     Tuscany Revisited  by  Sharron McCarthy, VP Vintner Wine Education team and has traveled the world over.  She is a subject matter expert and will be sharing lots of wonderful Italian wines with us.

Please RSVP for this event.

Season's Greetings   

Wishing you all a wonderful Holiday Season. 

Our Holiday meeting was a huge success!   Many thanks to everyone who participated and also to folks who provided additional door prizes.   The baskets were wonderful and congratulations to the winners.

Special thanks to:  John S, Barbara, Grace, Cherilyn, Denise, Rodney and Lynn for your support and contributions. John and Diann for their hospitality.  Danny for his resources, and Fiesta Banquets for their support with our fund raiser. 


Make Wine With Us: All are welcome to learn to make wine.  Visit their website for more inforamtion at  http://www.makewinetasting.com/winemaking-events/


If you missed it; AWS Sussex Chapter will present : The history of ancient Israel and the wines of Yarden.

Wednesday, December 13, 2017.   Time: 6:45PM – 9:00PM 
Sussex County Fairgrounds at the Administration Building
37 Plains Road, Augusta NJ
RSVP to: Russell Ruffino at Email: awssussex@gmail.com

November 8th meeting is Sensory Practice.  A great learning session of wine appreciation 101.   Practice makes perfect so lets see how much you can pick up from a wine's aroma/bouquet.   Starting at 7 pm.

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Don't Forget to send check in for the event of the year!   AWS Holiday Party.   AWS Members is only $25.  You can can bring guest, friends, and family for $50 per person. 

Limited to first 125 seats.
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Look for our 2018 calendar updates by mid-December.   

There will be over 800 Members celebrating our 50th year.   See you at Kalahari Resort !!!

Join the club... visit  www.americanwinesociety.org for more details.   

Thanks to everyone who came out to this month's meeting.     

Yarden Inc provided us with a fantastic selection of outstanding wines.    The Meadowlands club would like to say thanks to Annne Marie Markjovich-Girard for the wonderful presentation of history and background on these delicious wines. 

Selection of White wines: 
YARDEN  

   2009  Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Wine

   2016 Gewurztraminer -Crowd favorite #3

GILGAL 

    2016 Sauvignon Blanc     

YARDEN

    2014 Malbec

    2014 Cabernet Sauvignon

    2014 Syrah    - Crowd favorite #1

Galil Mountain Winery - Ela    2014 Red Blend   - Crowd favorite #2

Galil Mountain Winery - Yiron    2014 Red Blend

Feedback from the room was all positive, and delighted.  Many were very curious because they were not aware of Israeli wines and their outstanding quality.  Old world taste with modern state-of-the-art facilities.

Visit: www.yardenwines.com for more details on these wines.  

These wines are available at majority of wine outlet stores.  

        Hello Members - Sorry we do not have any available space left we have a FULL HOUSE

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Due to limited space, meeting requires RSVP to wineclub201@ gmail

News:  AWS Conference event news:   We have an individual who has reserved  a room at the Kalahari Resort  but will not be able to attend.   Anyone who still needs a room must get back to me by Wednesday 10/25.