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November 6, 2016
Franklin Wine Club
Boston Winery Event
Our 50th Meeting Since 2014!
Saturday November 5th 2016
Top Photo First Meetup 2014
Bottom 50th Meetup 2016 Over 440 Members later!
Guest Hosts:
Host Vito Bruno
The Boston Winery was created by wine pioneer and vintner Raffaele Bruno in 2006. Mr. Bruno grew up in Abruzzi, Italy crafting fine wines with his forefathers. Rafaelle samples every vintage of wine, which is produced by his oldest grandson. All Boston Winery wines are produced Bio-dynamically, using grape sourced from
California, Chile, Italy, and South Africa.
http://www.bostonwinery.net
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234943172/
The Wines:
Wine #1
2012 Chardonnay
750ml $16.99
Napa Fruit 3 months in oak
Wine #2
N/V Without Papers
750ml $12.99
Zin, Syrah, Tempranillo, Grenache Blend From California Fruit
Wine #3
2014 Pinot Noir
750ml $16.99
Club Favorite!
Unfiltered aged in French oak
Wine #4
2014 Super Tuscan
750ml $16.99
50% Sangiovese 25% Cabernet Sauvignon 25% Merlot
Wine #5
2014 Boston Red Blend
750ml $16.99
50% Syrah 25% Cabernet Sauvignon 25% Merlot
Wine #6
2014 Cabernet Sauvignon
750ml $16.99
Alexander Valley Fruit
5 Months in Oak
Event Photos
Franklin Liquors 2016 Events
Hosted By:
Franklin Liquors
363 East Central St
Franklin, Ma 02038
Tags:alcohol, Barboursville Winery, Barton & Guestier, Best Year Ever Wine, Big Y, Boston Winery, Buttery, Cider, Four Vines, France, Franklin Liquors, Franklin MA Wine Tasting, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wines, Girl Scout Cookie, Hanzell Winery, Italian Wine Scholar, Liquors in franklin, Lucky Star, Meetup, Nozzole, Proemio, quini, Readers choice award, Ruby Wines, SCANKART, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, Snowdrift Cider Company, The Moonlight Chef, Thomas Barton, Torii Mor, Undurraga, Vampire, Virginia, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, wine pairing, wine tasting, Winery, Zonin
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October 21, 2016
Franklin Wine Club
Artisanal, Handcrafted Wines And Ciders From The West Coast
Thursday October 20th 2016
Guest Hosts:
Judy Lebel
BestYearEverWine.com
The Wines:
As one of the Willamette Valley’s oldest wineries Torii Mor started with the vision to pursue elegant, Old World style wines in 1993. Jacques Tardy, 5th generation winemaker from Nuits St Georges, has been producing our wines with elegance and balance for nearly 15 years. The name Torii Mor derives from the Torii gate in the property’s Japanese garden and the ancient Scandinavian word for earth. Together the name is a nod to Pinot’s expression of terroir and connection to the earth. Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir.
Hanzell is one of California’s iconic Chardonnay and Pinot Noir producers. Established in 1948 with the vision “to produce wines equal to the finest in the world” our Estate sits atop the Mayacamas Mountains in Sonoma Valley’s Moon Mountain AVA. 46 acres of vineyard are planted on a 148 acre estate. Hand tended vineyards, hand harvested and hand sorted grapes, making the way for exceptional wines. In 2012 we introduced our “Sebella” Chardonnay from younger vines and made in a more modern style.
The Ciders:
It is from the 2nd and 3rd generations of apple farmers that Snowdrift Cider was born. This 2 ingredient beverage is hand crafted from a variety of tree-ripened apples and fermented with Champagne yeast. Modeled after the dry, English ciders, our Cornice is partially aged in used whisky barrels and our Red is crafted from red-fleshed apples. Both are dry on the palate and offer clean, crisp apple flavors. From the heart of Washington State apple country and available in only 7 states!
About Our Guest Host:
Judy Lebel, CSW, Founder
Judy began her wine career in San Diego, presenting boutique wines to restaurants and hotels, where she brought not only great wines to their tables, but her unique experience working with and learning directly from founders of California wineries.
A move to Ohio spurred her love affair with European wines and she launched several new wine labels. After that, a series of promotions working for Robert Mondavi brought her to Boston via the Northwest. In 2005, the Raymond family brought Judy in to manage their Northeast portfolio.
In 2010, with over twenty years of industry experience behind her, Judy realized the BEST way to fulfill her passion for enjoying fine wine and great food with interesting people (while still paying the rent!) was to embark on her greatest adventure yet. Best Year Ever Wine Agency was born.
At Best Year Ever, Judy helps wine companies and distributors define and achieve their sales goals while respecting their brand and company image. She is a proud recipient of the title “Certified Specialist of Wine” from the Society of Wine Educators, an education organization whose mission is to advance wine education through professional development and certification.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234598476/
The Wines:
Wine #1
2014 Torii Mor Pinot Blanc
750ml $21.99
Wine #2
2014 Torii Mor Pinot Gris
750ml $$21.99
Wine #3
2014 Hanzell Sebella Chardonnay
750ml $39.99
Wine #4
2014 Torii Mor Pinot Noir
750ml $29.99
Cider #1
Snowdrift Cornice Cider
750ml $16.99
Cider #2
Snowdrift Red Cider
750ml $16.99
Event Photos
Franklin Liquors 2016 Events
Hosted By:
Franklin Liquors
363 East Central St
Franklin, Ma 02038
Tags:alcohol, Barboursville Winery, Barton & Guestier, Best Year Ever Wine, Big Y, Buttery, Cider, Four Vines, France, Franklin Liquors, Franklin MA Wine Tasting, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wines, Girl Scout Cookie, Hanzell Winery, Italian Wine Scholar, Liquors in franklin, Lucky Star, Nozzole, Proemio, quini, Readers choice award, Ruby Wines, SCANKART, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, Snowdrift Cider Company, The Moonlight Chef, Thomas Barton, Torii Mor, Undurraga, Vampire, Virginia, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, wine pairing, wine tasting, Winery, Zonin
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October 12, 2016
Franklin Wine Club
Italian Wines Of Zonin
Tuesday October 11th 2016
Guest Hosts:
Francesco Rabellino
Wayne Dobrutsky
About Zonin:
With its close ties to the land for the past seven generations, the Zonin family heads the largest private vine growing and winemaking company in Italy (and one of the most important in Europe as well.)
The heart of the company is located in Gambellara, in the province of Vicenza, an oasis of lush green hills, meticulously arranged vineyards, and also the ancestral home of the Zonin family.
Today the Zonin family honor their family’s historical passion for the vineyard, the sine qua non for producing high-quality wines, by including “Vintners since 1821” on their logo.
About Our Host:
Francesco Rabellino was born in Ventimiglia, on the Italian Riviera and raised between the rugged Ligurian shorelines and the gentle slopes of Dolcetto in the Langhe Region. Francesco left his native country in his early 20ies and developed a strong multicultural background throughout his travels, becoming fluent in 5 languages
A true wine and food aficionado, Francesco has been a strong promoter in the US of his country’s traditions and of the Italian excellence for decades. Among other endeavors, Mr. Rabellino has been a restauranteur in NYC in the 1990’s, and his Ligurian restaurant “Cinque Terre” was awarded 2-stars from the New York Times.
Francesco has excelled in the wine business for 20 years, the past 11 of which with his current employer, Zonin USA. His position today is northeast division manager, overseeing all aspects of business development in NY and the northeast region.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234390906/
The Wines:
Wine #1
2015 Zonin Winemakers Collection Pinot Noir
1.5Lml $10.99
Wine #2
2013 Castello del Poggio Barbera d’Asti
750ml $$15.99
Wine #3
2015 Rocca di Montemassi Maremma Toscana Le Focaie
750ml $14.99
Wine #4
2014 Masseria Altemura Salento Primitivo Sasseo
750ml $15.99
Wine #5
2012 Feudo Principi di Butera Symposio
750ml $22.99
Wine #6
N/V Castello del Poggio Rosato
750ml $10.99
Event Photos
Franklin Liquors 2016 Events
Hosted By:
Franklin Liquors
363 East Central St
Franklin, Ma 02038
Tags:alcohol, Barboursville Winery, Barton & Guestier, Big Y, Buttery, Four Vines, France, Franklin Liquors, Franklin MA Wine Tasting, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wines, Girl Scout Cookie, Italian Wine Scholar, Liquors in franklin, Lucky Star, Nozzole, Proemio, quini, Readers choice award, Ruby Wines, SCANKART, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, The Moonlight Chef, Thomas Barton, Undurraga, Vampire, Virginia, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, wine pairing, wine tasting, Winery, Zonin
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October 7, 2016
Franklin Wine Club
French Wines Of Barton & Gustier
Thursday October 6th 2016
Host Chris Ferraro
About B&G
It was in 1725 that Irishman Thomas Barton settled in Bordeaux to start his company, which is today the city’s oldest winehouse still in activity… His grandson Hugh teamed up with Frenchman Daniel Guestier and in 1802 their partnership became official. From the Chartrons area in the center of Bordeaux, barrels and bottles were loaded on board of ships that sailed via the Garonne river to numerous countries, starting with Ireland, England, Holland and the USA to reach over 130 countries at present.
http://www.barton-guestier.com
About Chris
Chris Ferraro is the New England Sales Director for Barton & Guestier USA. This is his third year with the brand, which itself dates back to 1725 and was the first company to ship French wine to the United States, imported by none other than Thomas Jefferson, himself. Prior to working in the beverage industry, Chris spent 3 years doing national sales for Banco Santander. Before the excursion into finance, Chris was a manager and hospitality consultant for 8 years with restaurants including Erbaluce, Mistral, Teatro, and Restaurant L. He graduated from Tufts University with a degree in International Relations.
The Wines:
Wine #1
2014 Barton & Guestier Passeport Bordeaux Blanc
750ml $9.99
Wine #2
2014 Thomas Barton Reserve Graves Blanc
750ml $$14.99
Wine #3
2014 Barton & Guestier Passeport Bordeaux Rouge
750ml $9.99
Wine #4
2012 Thomas Barton Reserve Saint-Emilion
750ml $19.99
Wine #5
N/V Barton & Guestier Heritage 290th
750ml $19.99
Wine #6
2013 Chateau Magnol Cru Bourgeois
750ml $21.99
Event Photos
Franklin Liquors 2016 Events
Hosted By:
Franklin Liquors
363 East Central St
Franklin, Ma 02038
Tags:alcohol, Barboursville Winery, Barton & Guestier, Big Y, Buttery, Four Vines, France, Franklin Liquors, Franklin MA Wine Tasting, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wines, Girl Scout Cookie, Liquors in franklin, Lucky Star, Nozzole, Proemio, quini, Readers choice award, Ruby Wines, SCANKART, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, The Moonlight Chef, Thomas Barton, Undurraga, Vampire, Virginia, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, wine pairing, wine tasting, Winery
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September 21, 2016
Franklin Wine Club
Proemio Wines Event
Tuesday September 20th 2016
Proemio – Prologue in old Medieval Spanish, stands for kick- start or first page. This is indeed the beginning of the winery’s story. In 2001, Marcelo Bocardo, third generation winemaker and the descendant of a traditional Italian immigrant family founded Proemio with the goal of producing high quality wines that truly represent his ancestors’ passion for viticulture and a legacy for the generations to come.
Proemio Wines are unique due to the personality imposed on them. They assure an important grape concentration with selective extraction of aromas, tannins and poly-phenols. All these processes aim at giving excellent volume, body and structure. Outstanding vineyards, passionate people, experience and friendship come together in the creation of their wines. Finally, aging is carried out in the finest French oak accompanied by a long bottling period.
The Wines:
Wine #1
2015 Malbec
750ml $9.99
Wine #2
2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
750ml $9.99
Wine #3
2014 Reserve Malbec
750ml $17.99
Wine #4
2014 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
750ml $17.99
Wine #5
2013 Grand Reserve Red Blend
750ml $27.99
Event Photos
Franklin Liquors 2016 Events
Hosted By:
Franklin Liquors
363 East Central St
Franklin, Ma 02038
Tags:alcohol, Barboursville Winery, Big Y, Buttery, Four Vines, Franklin Liquors, Franklin MA Wine Tasting, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, Girl Scout Cookie, Liquors in franklin, Lucky Star, Nozzole, Proemio, quini, Readers choice award, Ruby Wines, SCANKART, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, The Moonlight Chef, Undurraga, Vampire, Virginia, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, wine pairing, wine tasting, Winery
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September 16, 2016
Franklin Wine Club
An Italian Night With Claudio Event
Thursday September 15th 2016
Claudio Andreani (US Brand Ambassador) of Tenute Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari of Tuscany, a great portfolio that includes Nozzole in Chianti Classico, La Fuga in Montalcino, TorCalvano in Montepulciano as well as Campo al Mare in Bolgheri.
“The Folonari family has been making wine since the late eighteenth century. In 1825 the family-owned business took the name “Fratelli Folonari” and adopted the mission of developing, producing and distributing the finest Italian wines throughout the world. In 1912, Italo Folonari – Ambrogio Folonari’s grandfather – and his brother Francesco purchased the Ruffino company in Tuscany that was famous for its Chianti wine in straw-covered flasks. After World War II, major changes in terms of economic development and improving standards of living began taking place in Italy. This also affected the wine industry where the Folonari family and Ambrogio in particular were among the first to promote this trend by producing new, high quality wines that contributed to creating the “new frontier” of the Italian wine. Ambrogio and his father Giovanni own some of the top Tuscan estates in Tuscany’s main appellations such as Nozzole in Chianti Classico, La Fuga in Montalcino, TorCalvano in Montepulciano, Cabreo in Panzano as well as Campo al Mare in Bolgheri.”
The Wines:
Wine #1
2014 Campo al Mare Vermentino
750ml $19.99
Wine #2
2014 Nozzole “Le Bruniche” Chardonnay
750ml $14.99
Wine #3
2013 Nozzole Chianti Classico
750ml $17.99
Wine #4
2013 Nozzole Chianti Classico Riserva
750ml $21.99
Wine #5
2012 Torcalvano Vino Nobile de Montepulciano
750ml $26.99
Wine #6
2014 Campo al Mare Bolgheri
750ml $29.99
Event Photos
Franklin Liquors 2016 Events
Hosted By:
Franklin Liquors
363 East Central St
Franklin, Ma 02038
Tags:alcohol, Barboursville Winery, Big Y, Buttery, Four Vines, Franklin Liquors, Franklin MA Wine Tasting, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, Girl Scout Cookie, Liquors in franklin, Lucky Star, Nozzole, quini, Readers choice award, Ruby Wines, SCANKART, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, The Moonlight Chef, Undurraga, Vampire, Virginia, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, wine pairing, wine tasting, Winery
Posted in big y, Buttery, Chile, Chocolate, Food And Wine Pairing, Four Vines, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, Gift, Gift Ideas, Girl Scout Cookie, Horizon Beverage, Italy, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Lucky Star Wines, more on tap, musings on the vine, Nozzole, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Table&Vine, The Moonlight Chef, Tri County Adult Education, Undurraga, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Wine, Wine Club, wine education, Wine Education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery | Leave a Comment »
June 2, 2016
Franklin Wine Club
Barboursville Winery Event
Wednesday June 1st 2016
The Wines And Quini Reviews:
Wine #1
2014 Pinot Grigio
Quini Review
Wine #2
2014 Vermentino
Quini Review
Wine #3
2014 Viognier
Quini Review
Wine #4
2013 Cabernet Franc
Quini Review
Wine #5
2012 Octagon
Quini Review
Wine #6
2010 Passito (Malvaxia)
Quini Review
Quini Somm Results
Wine #4 Detailed Reviews (Best Rated)
Event Photos
Franklin Liquors 2016 Events
Hosted By:
Franklin Liquors
363 East Central St
Franklin, Ma 02038
Tags:alcohol, Barboursville Winery, Big Y, Buttery, Four Vines, Franklin Liquors, Franklin MA Wine Tasting, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, Girl Scout Cookie, Liquors in franklin, Lucky Star, quini, Readers choice award, Ruby Wines, SCANKART, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, The Moonlight Chef, Undurraga, Vampire, Virginia, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, wine pairing, wine tasting, Winery
Posted in Barboursville Winery, big y, Buttery, Chile, Chocolate, Food And Wine Pairing, Four Vines, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, Gift, Gift Ideas, Girl Scout Cookie, Italy, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Lucky Star Wines, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Table&Vine, The Moonlight Chef, Tri County Adult Education, Undurraga, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Wine, Wine Club, wine education, Wine Education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery | Leave a Comment »
