Your host will be Inaki Castro of Maja Imports. William describes Inaki as The international man of mystery and likens him to the man in the Dos equis commercials. Pictured with him today is Fairfield Cheese Company's newest addition, Stephanie terenzio. Stephanie stated with them about a month ago and has quickly become one of the gang over there. A recent graduate of the university of New Hampshire where she had a double major in Ecogastronomy and Nutrition it seems to be a perfect fit. She has an easy smile and a helpful nature which Chris and Laura picked up on immediately, in fact before she actually started Laura told me about her and i could tell that she was happy that Stephanie came looking for a job. Welcome to the neighborhood!
There is also a few other new people to meet in the coming weeks as we add a new store to Harry's corner. If you've been by in the past week or two you have seen some of the work going on and we think it will be another great addition. More on that in the coming weeks...
Anjos Vinho Verde 2011 $7.99
Vinho Verde wines come from the northwest of Portugal, and are intentionally made in a zingy, zeasty, lively style. This one is slightly fizzy with a little spritz on the tongue which contributes to its liveliness. The crisp flavors of apples and citrus make this a refreshing summer wine to sip alone or with all types of light foods.
Val Sotillo Ribera del Duero Crianza 2009 $25.99
A superb, rich and concentrated crianza, showing a deep and atractive cherry colour with purple glints. On the nose there are powerful ripe fruit aromas with balsamic and mineral hints. It is round with good backbone, a lingering finish, and excellent aging potential. This wine had lost its CT distributor for several years, so now it is great to have it back in stock – a top-shelf Ribera.
Canasecas Prieto Picudo Red 2010 $8.99
Prieto Picudo is a fantastically rare grape indigenous to the northwestern reaches of Castilla y Leon in Spain. Its name translates basically to "black beak" referring to the crow-headed shape of each cluster of grapes. Rich and filled with black pepper, spice and rustic brambliness, this example from Meoriga (which specializes almost exclusively in Prieto Picudo) gives us a clear look at the dark and mysterious character of this illusive grape.
Canasecas Rosé 2011 $8.99
Hints of wild cherry, strawberry, and spice. The palate is dry and zesty with pale red fruits, citrus, and a lean yet supple finish.
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