LANGE TWINS WINES AT GRAND RIVER GROCERY!

 Tina and I had the pleasure of meeting with Randall and Charlene on their recent trip to Michigan. They brought along their LangeTwins staples along with a few limited production treats. Jim (my wine rep) was excited for me to check out these wines because in addition to being super yummy their company philosophy is right in line with ours at Grand River Grocery. A small, family run (since the 1870’s) organization taking great strides towards “sustainable winemaking.”

“Unlike other farming practices, sustainable winegrowing is all encompassing in its approach, with concern for all surrounding environments, not just with the winegrapes that are grown. It is the balance of environmental health, economic profitability, and social equity. From vineyard management to sales, we have a commitment to improve our environmental practices. Ultimately, each element plays a vital role in the integrity and quality of our wine.”

 For more information on their Michigan visit, follow this link:  

http://www.langetwins.com/blog/2009/03/09/back-to-michigan-for-sub-zero-temps/
 

 

 

 

LANGE TWINS 2007 SAUVIGNON BLANC

The 2007 Sauvignon Blanc is grown within a mile of the winery. Opening with a lemon blossom and lime zest aroma, a light and refreshing Meyer Lemon note with undertones of honeydew melon pleases the palate. This well-balanced light-creamy palate, from sur-lie aging, leads to a mellow and long lingering finish.  $14.49

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LANGE TWINS 2007 CHARDONNAY

The Delta Rim Chardonnay Vineyard consistently creates unique tropical fruit flavors. The 2007 Chardonnay has an overall brightness of fresh-cut pineapple and honeydew melon that carries in both the aroma and taste. Subtle banana and creamy vanilla notes, from French and American oak, will also please the palate. The wine slowly finishes with a smooth texture and unexpected length.  $14.49

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LANGE TWINS 2005 MIDNIGHT RESERVE

The Midnight Reserve is a wine crafted from the classic Bordeaux red wine grape varietals that they grow in the Lodi Region: Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Merlot. The 2005 blend is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Malbec, 18% Petit Verdot, and 9% Merlot. It opens with the aromas of dark berry fruit with a touch of spice from barrel aging, and pleases the palate with ripe red raspberry, black cherry, and chocolate with a long velvety finish.  $28.99

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AGAVE LOCO PEPPER CURED TEQUILA

91 Points- Tequila.net
$35.49 per bottle

Agave Loco Tequila starts with 100% Agave Reposado aged in used bourbon barrels for 3-6 months, and is then cured in a proprietary formula of 6 pepper varieties including Jalapeño, Habanero, and 4 other types. Each variety of pepper was chosen for unique characteristics, some for heat, some for sweetness, and some for flavor.

Strawberry Jalapeno Margarita
1 ½ oz Agave Loco Pepper Cured Tequila
¼ oz triple sec
Juice of half lime
1/2 cup frozen strawberries (or fresh in a few weeks)

Blend with ice, pour into margarita glass

 

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SAKE AND SUSHI TASTING THIS THURSDAY!

Wednesday March 26, 2009

6-8 PM at Schnitz Ada Grill

We are almost sold out!!  This will be a fun night at the Schnitz Grill in Ada - sake is one of those “mysterious” beverages that we’re all interested in . . . but don’t really understand. This is your chance to learn, ask questions and TASTE! Join our Grand River Grocery Culinary Genius, Wes Davis, Wine Chick Sarah Andro and Gary Poirer of Estate Wines as they pair up some yummy Japanese food pairings to enhance your Sake experience. $30.00 per person plus tax and gratuity. Call us at 676-9292 to reserve your spot or email us at events@grandrivergrocery.com .

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UPCOMING TASTINGS

CALIFORNIA FOR UNDER $20!!
Apr 22, 2009

6:00 - 8:00 PM at Schnitz Grill in Ada.
 

SUMMER SIPS
May 21, 2009

6:00 - 8:00 PM at Schnitz Grill in Ada

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OTHER NEWS . . .

Congratulations to Betsy Maresko for winning our Grand River Grocery Chocolate Decadence gift basket Saturday at the Forest Hills Business Expo!!  Enjoy Betsy!

COMING SOON TO GRAND RIVER GROCERY:  Prepared foods!  The kitchen is finished, our Culinary Genius, Chef Wes Davis has been hard at work on recipe development, packaging, labeling . . . whew . . . it's a long "to do" list but he's wrapping our first phase up and by the end of this month you can stop by Grand River Grocery and pick up dinner!!

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