NEVER MISS SAVOUR COMPLIMENTARY WINE TASTINGS, THE OCCASION TO EXPERIENCE YOUR PERSONAL TASTING, WHEN YOU VISIT, AT YOUR CONVENIENCE.
WHAT: Inviting your personal “tech” wine tasting, the occasion to sample up to 20 fine wines using our Digital Wine Machine, throughout the day, Tuesday thru Saturday, at your convenience. Using this “digital taster”, unique on the North Shore, couldn’t be easier…and it’s complimentary.
WHY: For your sensory enjoyment…a wine’s color in the glass, the array of aroma, what tastings reveal…learning about each wine. >new fine wine selections are regularly added, the opportunity to sample wines new to you. >sip fine wine with imported Riedel glassware >Ask Kathleen for wine to food pairing recommendations >each wine is stocked below the wine machine
WHO: Just You & “The Machine”
WHEN: Whenever you visit – Tuesday to Saturday – during business hours, 11am to 6pm
HOW: Insert a plastic card into the slot, upper left side of each of the 4 units. Place glass below a spout, and press the lit green button above the selected bottle …it’s a breeze.
A Sampling of New Wines Recently Added Les Launes, Crozes-Hermitage, Northern Rhone Valley, Delas, 2018 Alc. 14% Varietal: 100% Syrah, Alc. 14.0, Tasting: Black raspberries, sappy herbs, and Christmas spice notes, a elegant texture, and polished tannins. Pairs well: lamb, game (deer, venison), beef, Ratings: Jeb Dunnuck 91, specialist Southern Fr. grapes.
Allomi, The Hess Collection, Napa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2018 , Alc. 14.4% Tasting: red fruit, herbal notes complements a dense black cherry and blackberry core, bright acidity, full-bodied, smooth texture. Pair well: game, mature & hard cheese, lamb, cured meats Ratings: Wine Spectator 90, Wine Enthusiast 90, James Suckling 92
San Salvatore Falanghina, Campania, It, southern Italy white wine, Varietal: Falanghina, 2019, Alc. 13%, Tasting: This Campania white reveals the delicate interplay between blossom, nectarines and fresh herbs, exciting on the nose. The acidity is electric and really takes this through a wealth of layered stone fruit to a spicy finish. Ratings: James Suckling 92
Special Wines to Celebrate Halloween: From Tasmania, Australia Devil’s Corner Pinot Noir 2019, Tasmania, Australia, Alc. 13%, Tasting: fruit forward, elegant dark cherry, raspberry, strawberry earthy oak red fruit, vanilla, pepper and dried cranberry. Rating: Wine Enthusiast 90
Devils Corner Chardonnay, 2020, Tasmania, Australia, Alc. 13%, Tasting: flavors of melon, peach, ginger and toasty oak nuances. It’s both corpulent and refreshing, linear and crisp, Rating: Wine Enthusiast: 92 Welcome your donation any amount (suggest $5) for Pathways for Children. Thank You!
Please Note: If you are not fully vaccinated, please wear a mask when not tasting wines.
Welcome all wearing masks for our mutual health and well-being. Thank you, Kathleen
Upcoming Savour-Saturday Guest Host Wine Tastings in November!
Bring out the neon, high tops, and glow sticks for this fun night on the water-we’re sailing back in time to the 80’s! Enjoy our dinner buffet, dance to DJ Scottie Mac tunes, and throwback on this exciting 80’s themed Halloween Cruise! 80’s attire is strongly encouraged!
CLOSING OUT OCTOBER SAVOUR SATURDAY WINE TASTINGS IN GRAND STYLE & TASTE WITH MARTIGNETTI’S CONNOISSEUR WINE’S GUEST HOST BROOKE OVERSHISER. TAKING US TO FINE WINES FROM CHABLIS, NORTHERN RHONE, TO CRU BEAUJOLAIS, THE ORGANIC HILLS OF MONTALCINO IT, LANDING IN LUXURY IN NORTHEASTERN NAPA VALLEY…. A SINGULAR TASTING JOURNEY.
WHAT: Every Saturday guest host tasting offers multiple opportunities that begin with the introduction of wines that may be new to your palette coupled with a learning experience…asking “what to expect from a wine”, deepening enjoyment. Brooke is both a wine specialist and educator, welcoming conversation about the finer points of wines she knows all too well As always, the tasting is elevated using our imported Riedel stemware.
WHY: Saturday’s wines, beyond their sensory qualities are “text-book” in the variety of wine to food pairings they offer. Both Brooke and Kathleen have the ready-to-share-expertise elevating a wine’s contribution to every food occasion…snacks to hors’ d to restaurant choices …take advantage of this Saturday.
WHO: For this tasting guest host Brooke and Kathleen have selected wines from renowned vintners to emerging stars of the grape
WHEN: This Saturday, October 23rd, from 2p to 4pm at Savour
HOW: Saturday tastings are complimentary as is parking behind the store with rear entrance.
Saturday’s Pourings include: Grand Regnard Chablis, Bourgogne, 2019, Varietal : Chardonnay, Alc. 12.5, A luxurious wine, one of the oldest, most prestigious houses in Chablis. Tasting: very lean and long in the mouth, defined flavors of white peach, green apple, lemon zest and chalky minerality. Pairs well: with luxurious dishes; lobster, Poulet de Bresse with truffles, or foie gras … just the sort of thing! Ratings: KM, simply classic and brilliant!
Maison L’Envoye, Ch. Vivier Monopole, Fleurie, Beaujolais, 2018, 13.0 Alc.,Varietal: 100% Gamay, Tasting: fresh and crisp on the palate, lively aromas and flavors of tart red fruit, chalk, minerality, velvety tannins, well-balanced natural acidity. Rating: wine.com 89 Pairs well: grilled cheeseburgers topped with minced shallots, dare we say “fried pickle”.
Les Launes, Crozes-Hermitage, Northern Rhone Valley, Delas, 2018 Alc. 14% Varietal: 100% Syrah, Alc. 14.0, Tasting: Black raspberries, sappy herbs, and Christmas spice notes, a seamless, elegant texture, and polished tannins. Pairs well: lamb, game (deer, venison), poultry, beef, Ratings: Jeb Dunnuck 91, specialist Southern Fr. grapes. Allomi, The Hess Collection, Napa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2018 , Alc. 14.4% Blends small amounts of Petite Sirah, Petite Verdot, Merlot and Malbec, Tasting: perfumed red fruit, herbal notes complements dense black cherry and blackberry core, bright acidity, full-bodied, smooth texture. Pair well: game, mature & hard cheese, lamb, cured meats Ratings: Wine Spectator 90, Wine Enthusiast 90, James Sucking 92 Argiano, Solengo, Rosso Toscano, 2017, 14.5 Alc. Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Sangiovese. Tasting: A beam of pure blackberry, black currant, earth flavors accented by vanilla and coconut, in new oak. Pairs well: juicy, grilled steak, lamb chops, Veal, cured meats, Ratings: Wine Spectator 93, James Suckling 95
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
Savour Wine & Cheese l 76 Prospect St. l Gloucester l 978. 282 .1455
Bring out the neon, high tops, and glow sticks for this fun night on the water-we’re sailing back in time to the 80’s!
Enjoy our dinner buffet, dance to DJ Scottie Mac tunes, and throwback on this exciting 80’s themed Halloween Cruise! 80’s attire is strongly encouraged!
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, BEGUILLING 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
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
Savour Wine & Cheese l 76 Prospect St. l Gloucester l 978. 282 .1455
The air is crisp, but the coastal Cape Ann sights are as serene as ever aboard Beauport Cruiselines. Bundle up and come aboard for these upcoming cruises!
Live Music Brunch Cruise with Mari Martin and the Lucky Boys Trio
Join us for a Brunch Cruise around enjoying the tunes of Mari Martin and the Lucky Boys Trio! Mari and her trio play an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, soul, r&b, pop, and even a little rock-n-roll. Sunday, October 17th from 11AM-2PM.
Find paradise on Beauport Cruiselines! We’re bringing the good vibes on Saturday, October 23rd from 5:30-8:30PM, on our Island Cruise with Pier Ave! Acoustic duo Chris and Jake sing and play your favorite covers along with Pier Ave originals, blending reggae sounds with blues, pop, and rock! Enjoy Island themed hors d’oeuvres, dinner, cocktails and more.
OCTOBER’S FIRST SAVOUR-SATURDAY COMPLIMENTARY FINE WINE TASTINGS WITH DANNY GIDDINGS, CLASSIC WINE
WHAT: For this October 9th Saturday Complimentary Wine Tasting we focused on an eclectic selection of especially food-forward wines moving into the heart of the fall season. As always, the tasting is elevated using our imported Riedel glassware
WHY: The opportunity to learn about a singular collection of fine wines with guest host Danny Giddings whose wine expertise matches his deep knowledge of food, making for interesting pairings.…the occasion to learn what Danny has in mind.
WHO: Joining owner & wine merchant Kathleen Morgan is wine and food specialist Danny Giddings, Classic Wine…a consummate restaurant guy.
WHEN: This Saturday, October 9th, from 2p to 4p at Savour
HOW: Saturday tastings are complimentary, as is parking behind the store, rear entrance.
Villa Wolf, Pinot Noir Rose, Pfaltz, Germany, Abv 11.5%, 2020, Varietal: Pinot Noir Pairs Well: Holiday means featuring ham, grilled shrimp in a piquant sauce.
Savour’s Everyday Day Tech-Tastings, North Shore’s Only Digital Wine Machine.Taste 20 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.
Savour Wine & Cheese l 76 Prospect St. l Gloucester l 978. 282 .1455
Joe writes- When I’m not drinking tequila or whiskey I’ll have a nice IPA – @channelmarkerbrewing is introducing a New England style IPA featuring my tail art on can – just in time for October – check them out in Beverly – I’m sure I’ll do a giveaway or two