Ramspeck Tasting this Saturday 5/14

Join us in store this Saturday from 1pm - 3pm as we taste through the 2009 vintages of three fantastic offerings from Napa Valley's Ramspeck.

2009 Pinot Noir - $19.99
2009 Merlot - $19.99
2009 Cabernet Sauvignon - $19.99

These drink like wines twice the price (or more).

Cheers!

It's Derby Time...

Woodford Reserve Tasting in store today from 1pm - 4pm.

It's Kentucky Derby time. And that means Mint Julep time. Everyone seems to have a favorite way to prepare this classic American cocktail. Here's one of our favorites, courtesy of Imbibe Magazine.

Classic Mint Julep

6–7 fresh mint leaves
1 Tbsp. simple syrup
2 oz. bourbon
Crushed ice
Tools: barspoon
Glass: silver julep cup (or highball)
Garnish: mint sprig

Combine mint leaves, syrup and bourbon in a glass. Using a bar spoon, crush the mint to release its essence into the liquid. Fill the glass with ice. Gently press the spoon into the ice, shaking it to incorporate the bourbon-syrup mixture. Garnish.

Cheers!

Rosé season...

Time to stock up for those afternoon picnics and barbecues. I love a dry Provencal rosé with zesty acidity and fruit that reminds me of strawberry rhubarb pie. Maybe with a grilled octopus salad or perhaps some Prosciutto e Melone. You?

Browse our selection of rosé on the web or stop into the store and say Hello.

- Paul

Drinking Local

Westford Hill Kirsch Eau-de-vie (Ashford, CT), Olde Burnside Ten Penny Ale Reserve (East Hartford, CT), Sharpe Hill Dry Riesling (Pomfret, CT).

These days, everybody's talking about eating local. And with good reason. Eating local is environmentally responsible, and means more for the local economy. But what about drinking locally? You'd be surprised how many high quality beers, wines, and spirits are made right here in Connecticut. Amity Wine & Spirits is proud to offer a wide selection of these products with plans to bring in more in the future.

Click here to see a few Connecticut products available on on website, and stop in to see them all...

A Visit From Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Owner/Winemaker Todd Anderson

Date/Time:

Thursday June 9th from 6-8pm

Please join us for this very special tasting. Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards owner/winemaker Todd Anderson will be opening and sharing some of his finest wines in our Tasting Room. This will be a wonderful opportunity to meet one of California's most respected winemakers. Additional information to come. Did I mention, this event is free? In the meantime, please RSVP here, by clicking this image:

Or call/email us:
1.866.406.9463
info@amitywines.net

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