Virtual Wine Tasting-Spanish Wines-January 23, 2021

The Spicy Olive continues the journey with another Virtual Wine Tasting Experience.   Gil Nuñez Domenech,  Co-Founder Key Wines, Sommelier and Winemaker will lead the tasting with stories and wines from northern Spain.
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Call ahead for curbside pick up or come in to The Spicy Olive to get the wines prior to the event so you can taste along with Gil and all of us.  On the day of the event, we will meet on Zoom to join Gil as we taste four wines on a live, interactive web conference. A link with a Zoom login and password will be sent to those interested. Please reply by email or text to make sure the list of participants includes you!   
 
Call or visit the Shop: 513.847.4397, or Nicholas: 513.378.7244 to get the wines and join in the fun.  Email: WineDirector@TheSpicyOlive.com
You may buy any or all of the wines to participate. We are able to discount purchases of 6+ bottles.  Get the four planned wines and 2 of your usual selections.
 
Spanish wines in the program:
From Galicia (Rias Baixas), Bodega Pascual Leira Reyero 2019 at $17.99 
100% Albarino 
 
From La Rioja (Rioja Alta), Las Garnachas de Tritium 2019 at $17.99 
100% Grenache Noir 
 
From Catalonia (Priorat), Clos Berenguer del Molar MIN Red Blend 2018 at $17.99 
50% Grenache Noir, 28% Samso, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Syrah 
 
From Basque Country (Rioja Alavesa), Cuna de Maras Obscurio Red Blend 2018 at $33.99 
85% Tempranillo, 10% Grenache Noir, 5% Viura  
 
A line-up sheet is attached to print out and use for note taking during the event.
 
Please join us on Saturday, January 23 at 5:30 on Zoom.
Again, confirm with me that you are on the list.  Share this message with friends as well.

Virtual Wine Tasting- A Tour of Italian Wines Jan. 9. 2021 5:30pm

The Spicy Olive starts the new year right with another Virtual Wine Tasting Experience.  John Camacho Vidal, a USA Brand Ambassador for Italian Wine producers will lead the tasting with stories and wines from Italy (north and south).  I understand Chris Hensey (now in Colorado) may join in the call as well.

Call ahead for curbside pick up or come in to The Spicy Olive to get the wines prior to the event so you can taste along with John and all of us.  On the day of the event, we will meet on Zoom to join John as we taste four wines on a live, interactive web conference. A link with a Zoom login and password will be sent to those interested. Please reply by email or text to make sure the list of participants includes you!   

Call or visit the Shop: 513.847.4397, or Nicholas: 513.378.7244 to get the wines and join in the fun.  Email: WineDirector@TheSpicyOlive.com

 

You may buy any or all of the wines to participate. We are able to discount purchases of 6+ bottles.  Get the four planned wines and 2 of your usual selections.

Italian wines in the program:

From Campania, Taburno Falanghina del Sannio 2017 at $13.99

 From Piemonte, La Caudrina La Solista Barbera d’Asti 2017 at $14.99

 From Lombardy, Sandro Fay “Tei” Rosso di Vatellina, Nebbiolo 2018 at $21.99

 From Sicily, Valle Dell’Acate II Moro IGT Nero d’Avola 2015 at $24.99

Healthy Eating in The New Year

Happy New Year! If you are looking to begin the New Year with healthy eating, the Italians have habits that you would be wise to adopt! Here is an article from Apple News on the things that Italians do that we should imitate. Of course, my favorite one is making olive oil the healthy fat in your diet! In January and February, the newly crushed, fresh olive oils (from the Northern Hemisphere) will be arriving at The Spicy Olive. The first ones to arrive are from Spain, California and Greece. Fresh olive oils are full of active biophenols that impart many health benefits such as fighting inflammation naturally, high amounts of antioxidant vitamins, and cancer fighting agents. Fresh olive oils also lower bad cholesterol levels and raise good cholesterol and also lower blood pressure. Here is the link to the article and be sure to stop into The Spicy Olive to see the difference fresh olive oil can make for your health and also for your taste buds!

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Dry Creek Vineyard- Virtual Tasting Nov. 21, 2020 5:30pm

At 5:30 on Saturday, November 21st, our Virtual Tasting will feature selections from Dry Creek Vineyard. One of the pioneers of grape growing and winemaking in Sonoma County, David Stare and his family have been making fine wine for nearly 50 years. Their National Sales Director, John Doxon, will lead us through four of Dry Creek Vineyard’s wines.
 
Zinfandel Old Vines:
 
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You may call ahead for curbside pick up or come in to The Spicy Olive to get the wines prior to the event so you can taste along with John; we will be able to deliver the wines if you prefer. You can sign in to Zoom to join John, Chris, Melanie, Nicholas, and anyone else participating as we taste through the four wines on a live, interactive web conference. A link or Log In and Password for the Zoom Meeting will be sent to those who indicate their interest. Please call The Spicy Olive (513.847.4397), or Chris (513.560.7007) and let us know you want to get the wines and join in the fun.
 
You do NOT have to buy all of the wines to participate. Remember, we are able to discount purchases of 6 or more bottles by 10%. Please continue to observe current guidelines for Social Distancing.
 
Wines and prices:
 
2019 Chenin Blanc, $12.99
2019 Fumé Blanc, 12.99
2017 Old Vine Zinfandel, 29.99
2017 Mariner, a Bordeaux-style “Meritage” blend, 39.99

Tuck Beckstoffers Estate Virtual Wine Tasting-Spicy Olive Nov. 7th, 2020 5:30pm

At 5:30 on Saturday, November 7th, our Virtual Tasting will feature selections from Tuck Beckstoffer Estate. You may associate the Beckstoffers as one of the largest premium vineyard owners in California; Tuck is the only member of the family making wine. Scott Johnson, Region Director and longest-tenured staff member of Tuck Beckstoffer Estate, will guide us through four wines made by Tuck, Sean Johnson, and Philippe Melka. Tuck would have liked to join us, but he has his hands full dealing with severe fire damage to his vineyards and winery.
 
You may call ahead for curbside pick up or come in to The Spicy Olive to get the wines prior to the event so you can taste along with Scott; we will be able to deliver the wines if you prefer. You can sign in to Zoom to join Scott, Chris, Melanie, Nicholas, and anyone else participating as we taste through the four wines on a live, interactive web conference. A link or Log In and Password for the Zoom Meeting will be sent to those who indicate their interest. Please call The Spicy Olive (513.847.4397), or Chris (513.560.7007) and let us know you want to get the wines and join in the fun.
 
You do NOT have to buy all of the wines to participate. Remember, we are able to discount purchases of 6 or more bottles by 10%. Please continue to observe current guidelines for Social Distancing.
 
Wines and prices:
 
2018 Seventy-Five, Sauvignon Blanc, $15.99
2016 Melée, Grenache, 39.99
2018 Seventy-Five, Cabernet Sauvignon, 19.99
2017 Mad Hatter, (67% Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, and Malbec), 39.99
We hope to see you virtually on Nov. 7th for another great virtual wine tasting!

Spicy Olive Virtual Tasting Oct.24, 2020 Wines Down Under-On the Barbie!

At 5:30 on Saturday, October 24th, our Virtual Tasting will offer “Australian Wines on the Barbie.” Kelly Voelkel, Director of Market Development for Hudson Wine Brokers, will guide us through 4 of his company’s wines. Hudson specializes in Australian wine and selects just one winery from each of their myriad wine growing regions. Kelly has 10 years of experience in wine education. He began his journey by working with Sommeliers and Winemakers in Nortern California and continued after moving to Texas where he worked in wine bars and bottle shops; as well as, with a wine distributor for a few years before taking his current position.
 
You may call ahead for curbside pick up or come in to The Spicy Olive to get the wines prior to the event so you can taste along with Kelly; we will be able to deliver the wines if you prefer. You can sign in to Zoom to join Kelly, Chris, Melanie, Nicholas and anyone else participating as we taste through the four wines on a live, interactive web conference. A link or Log In and Password for the Zoom Meeting will be sent to those who indicate their interest. Please call The Spicy Olive (513.847.4397), or Chris (513.560.7007) and let us know you want to get the wines and join in the fun.
 
You do NOT have to buy all of the wines to participate. Remember, we are able to discount purchases of 6 or more bottles by 10%. Please continue to observe current guidelines for Social Distancing.
 
Wines and prices:
 
2019 Delinquente, “Screaming Betty”, Vermentino, $21.99
2018 McPherson Wine Company (MWC), Pinot Noir, 15.99
2018 McPherson Wine Company (MWC), Cabernet Sauvignon, 15.99
2018 Kalleske, “Clarry’s”, GSM (Grenache, Shiraz, Mourvedre), 29.99

Spicy Olive Virtual Wine Tasting -Justin Winery Saturday Oct.10, 2020

Master Sommelier, Joseph Spellman will guide us through five of Justin Winery’s bottlings on Saturday, October 10th beginning at 5:30. In 1997 he won the French sommelier Competition in Paris and earned the title “Best Sommelier in the World in French Wines and Spirits.” Joseph has served as Sommelier and wine director for numerous Chicago landmark establishments including Maxim’s, La Tour at Park Hyatt, and Charlie Trotter’s. His wine notes for Trotter’s series of recipe and photography books earned high critical praise.
 
You may call ahead for curbside pick up or come in to The Spicy Olive to get the wines prior to the event so you can taste along with Joseph; we will be able to deliver the wines if you prefer. You can sign in to Zoom to join Joseph, Chris, Melanie, Nicholas and anyone else participating as we taste through the four wines on a live, interactive web conference. A link or Log In and Password for the Zoom Meeting will be sent to those who indicate their interest. Please call The Spicy Olive (513.847.4397), or Chris (513.560.7007) and let us know you want to get the wines and join in the fun.
 
You do NOT have to buy all of the wines to participate. Remember, we are able to discount purchases of 6 or more bottles by 10%. Note that we are offering Half Bottles of the 2014 Isosceles (Bordeaux-style blend) and Standard bottles of the 2017. We regret that we were not able to obtain both sizes from the same vintage but we did want to offer both sizes to present a more affordable option. Please continue to observe current guidelines for Social Distancing.
 
Wines and prices:
 
2019 Justin, Sauvignon Blanc, $15.99
2018 Landmark, Overlook, Chardonnay, 21.99
2017 Justin, Cabernet Sauvignon, 26.99
2014 Justin, Isosceles, 43.99 (Half Bottle, 375ml)
2017 Justin, Isosceles, 84.99 (Standard Bottle, 750ml)

Wine Tastings Oct. 2 and 3, 2020 Chateau Ste. Michelle

We will be tasting the wines from our virtual wine tasting last weekend. Please call the store for a reservation, as we are limiting the number of people in the store at one time.  Time slots- Friday 4-5pm, 5-6pm and 6-7pm. Saturday 3-4pm, 4-5pm and 5-6pm. West Chester phone # 513-847-4397

Wines and 2 ounce pour prices for the wines this weekend:

Domaine Ste Michelle Brut Sparkling, $2
Liquid Light Sauvignon Blanc, 1
Cosmic Egg Cabernet Sauvignon, 2
Northstar Merlot, 4

The Spicy Olive’s 12th Virtual Wine Tasting! Chateau Ste. Michelle Wines

On Saturday, September 26th at 5:30, our twelfth Virtual Wine Tasting will feature wines from Ste Michelle Wine Estates. Tom Kelley, Field Sales Manager for SMWE, will lead us through 4 of his company’s specialized, smaller-production wines. He has more than two decades of experience in the wine business, specializing in Washington State wines, and holds a WSET 1 certificate. He also has a small catering business. I wonder which of the 4 wines will go best with his BBQ? 
You may call ahead for curbside pick up or come in to The Spicy Olive to get the wines prior to the event so you can taste along with Tom; we will be able to deliver the wines if you prefer. You can sign in to Zoom to join Tom, Chris, Melanie, and anyone else participating as we taste through the four wines on a live, interactive web conference. A link or Log In and Password for the Zoom Meeting will be sent to those who indicate their interest. Please call The Spicy Olive (513.847.4397), or Chris (513.560.7007) and let us know you want to get the wines and join in the fun.
 
You do NOT have to buy all of the wines to participate. Remember, we are able to discount purchases of 6 or more bottles by 10%. Please continue to observe current guidelines for Social Distancing.
 
Wines and prices:
 
N.V.  Domaine Ste Michelle, Brut Sparkling, $15.99
2019 Liquid Light, Sauvignon Blanc, 14.99
2017 Cosmic Egg, Cabernet Sauvignon, 17.99
2015 Northstar, Merlot, 42.99

Spicy Olive Virtual Wine Tasting-Bordeaux Aug. 22, 2020 5:30pm

 
Dan Greathouse, President of Heidelberg Importing, will lead us through four of his company’s wines on Saturday, August 22nd at 5:30. You may have seen Dan behind his Salmanazar-laden Decanting Cradle at the Cincinnati International Wine Festival. He has long-time personal and business relationships with the winemakers and/or owners of each of the wines we will be tasting and will spin stories to edify and entertain. This will also present a great opportunity to learn more about the wine business from the vineyard to the shelf.
You may call ahead for curbside pick up or come in to The Spicy Olive to get the wines prior to the event so you can taste along with Dan; we will be able to deliver the wines if you prefer. You can sign in to Zoom to join Dan, Chris, Melanie, and anyone else participating as we taste through the four wines on a live, interactive web conference. A link or Log In and Password for the Zoom Meeting will be sent to those who indicate their interest. Please call The Spicy Olive (513.847.4397), or Chris (513.560.7007) and let us know you want to get the wines and join in the fun.
 
You do NOT have to buy all of the wines to participate. Remember, we are able to discount purchases of 6 or more bottles by 10%. Please continue to observe current guidelines for Social Distancing.
 
Wines and prices:
 
2018 Nicolas Idiart,  Sancerre, $24.99
2017 Margot’s Mirror, Bordeaux, 16.99
2016 Petite Paveil, Bordeaux 14.99
2016 Chateau Teyssier, Saint Emilion, 29.99
 
 Please join us on Saturday, August 22nd at 5:30 on Zoom.