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A SINGULAR MONTALCINO TASTING, FOUR BRUNELLOS FROM THE  GREAT 2016 VINTAGE HIGHLIGHT THIS SAVOUR - SATURDAY’S TASTING COURTESY OF SPECIALTY WINE MERCHANT HARRY “Z”, PLUS  AN EXOTIC, BEGUILING  WHITE FROM MARCHE, ITALY.  TRULY A NOT TO BE MISSED WINE EVENT

WHAT: Headlining this Saturday’s complimentary Italian wine tasting are 4 Brunello di
Montalcino beauties from the celebrated 2016 vintage offering structured, ageworthy wines
of matchless depth, bright acidity & defining…drinking pleasure.  And, taste an intriguing
white crafted with the indigenous Maceratino organic grape. As always, the tasting is elevated using our imported Riedel stemware   

WHY: The opportunity to experience a horizontal tasting of four acclaimed Tuscany Brunellos with the pedigree of the singular 2016 vintage…to be a memorable tasting and a deep-dive learning event with guest host, wine merchant, Italian specialist and owner of Main Street Wine Imports, Harry Zarkades.  The white, Asola, packs an intense and spicy nose, exotic fruit, nougat, caramel, honey and a touch of oak.     

WHO: Joining owner & wine merchant Kathleen Morgan is wine import specialist Harry “Z”
for a memorable tasting of among the very finest wines of Tuscany.    

WHEN: This Saturday, October 16th, from 2p to 4p at Savour

HOW: Saturday tastings are complimentary, as is parking behind the store, rear entrance.

Saturday’s Pourings
Fontezoppa  Asola, Colli Maceratesi, White, Italy, 2017, Varietal: Maceratino organic grapes,
18 months in barriques + 6 months in bottle before release. Alc. 13.5, Pairs well: white fish    

Poggiotonodo Brunello di Montalcino, Agricola Centolani, Toscana, Italy, 2016, Varietal: 100% Sangiovese, Alc. 14%, Pairs well: game (venison, deer), beef, lamb, poultry  mature cheese, complex dishes, Ratings: James Suckling 95  

Pietranera  Brunello di Montalcino, Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy 2016, Alc. 14%, Varietal: 100% Sangiovese, vintner: Peluso Centolani, Pairs well: venison,  beef, Ratings: James Suckling 94, Wine Enthusiast 90

Celestino Pecci, Brunello di Montalcino, Toscana, Tuscany, Italy 2016, Varietal: Sangiovese, Alc. 15%, Pairs well: game (venison, deer) beef, lamb, poultry. Rating: James Suckling 95    

Piancornello Brunello di Montalcino, Montalcimo, Tuscany, Italy, 2016, Alc. 15, vintner Claudio Pieri, Varietal: Sangiovese, Pairs well: beef, venison, lamb, poultry, Rating: Vinous 94, Wine Enthusiast 90, James Suckling 94

Savour’s everyday day tech-tastings, North Shore’s Only Digital Wine Machine. Taste up to 20 fine wines and yes, complimentary.  The wine machine is a breeze to use…and fun!
                                                    
Welcome Your Donation of any amount (suggest $5) Pathways for Children. Thank You!

Please Note: If you are not fully vaccinated FOR COVID19/Delta, request wearing a mask upon entering Savour, except when tasting wines…All are welcomed wearing masks for our mutual health and well-being.  Thank you, Kathleen & the Savour Team        
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