TYPICAL GREENWICH WINE SOCIETY EVENTS

Our Club held it’s first event on April 23, 2008 at The Gingerman Restaurant in Greenwich, Connecticut -- a tasting of “old world” vs. “new world” reds featuring the four great international red grape varieties. There was good wine, good food, fellowship and it seems a good time was had by all. Certified wine educator and wine judge, Ned Towle, led our group in a sit-down tasting which was both fun and informative (and that’s pretty much going to be the modus operandi of the organization – events where you’ll definitely learn more about wine but also in a setting which allows for fun and networking).

Our second event in May 2008 featured “The Wines of Summer” and every seat in the house was filled thanks to some very favorable articles in the local press about our new Club.

In June 2008 we visited two excellent Connecticut wineries (Chamard and Gouveia Vineyards) and had a savory 3-course lunch (with excellent wine, of course) at the historic Griswold Inn in charming Essex, CT.

Two other 2008 events included "Fine Art and French Wine" at the Cavalier Galleries in September and a Food and Wine pairing dinner in November.

Our first event in 2009 was a delicious tasting of "The Wines of Alsace" paired with savory hors d'oeuvres from this unique region of France. Wines were provided by Le Wine Shop and the presentation was held next door at Le Gourmet Store where Monsieur Alex provided his insightful commentary. "Magnifique!"

On May 6th we celebrated the Wine Society's first anniversary with a Prosecco tasting at Solaia Ristorante and Wine Bar on Greenwich Avenue: "Prosecco! Prosecco! Prosecco!". It's hard to say which was preferred more...the delightful bubbly or the delicious hors d'oeuvres. The overflow crowd seemed to love both and a good time was had by all.

We held "The Wines of Summer" May 20th at Gingerman's restaurant. We introduced our guests to some delightful wines that are perfectly refreshing for summer sipping...including Albarino from Spain, Gavi from Italy, Torrontes from Argentina, Moschofilero from Greece, and more. And on July 15th we celebrated Bastille Day with wines from France's Loire Valley.

Please check www.GreenwichWineSociety.com periodically for news about upcoming wine programs.

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