March | Wine-Sense Newsletter Issue 375

2021 | wine-sense

166 North Main Street, Andover MA 01810 Tel: 978-749-9464
0.005574 hectares of meticulously-chosen wines from around the world

wine-sense winter/spring 2021
 

HOW TO PLACE YOUR ORDER 

The best way to place an order for either curbside pickup or home delivery is to call us at 978-749-9464. (If we don't pick up, leave us a message and we'll call you back.) We'll be happy to discuss what you're looking for and get your order together. If you shop here, we probably already know what you like.

Or if you prefer, feel free to send us an e-mail  or message us on Instagram instead of calling.

 
 

Looking for something tasty?

Buy 3 bottles of the same and save 10%
Offer expires end of March or while supplies last!

Gurrieri, Donna Grazia, Sparkling, Spumante
 
 

Gurrieri, Donna Grazia, Sparkling, Metodo Classico $32
Organic

SPARKLING/WHITE
grape: Nero/Frappato 

"Gurrieri is a family which has been tied to the land in the Vittoria winemaking region of Sicily for generations. The principal family business is the growing and selling of table grapes, ones you would eat as a snack or with cheese. Giovanni and his family are committed to organic production, believing that it will produce wines that are 'terroir driven' and true representations of their varietals." - Importer

Fresh citrus notes at first, with an ever-so-soft tone of salinity. Long and expensive finish. - SE

 

Domaine de la Hersandiere, Muscadet Sevre-et-Maine Sur Lie
 

Domaine de la Hersandiere, Muscadet Sevre-et-Maine
Sur Lie $14

WHITE
grape
: Melon de Bourgogne

Generally when I suggest a Muscadet, I follow the sentence with, "this is not driven from Muscat the grape, usually interpreted in a sweet version." This is a wine from the vast region that stretches from east to west along the three main rivers in the center of France. Always made with the grape called Melon de Bourgogne, the wines are fresh, vibrant, and immensely influenced by the salinity of the Atlantic Ocean. This wine has become one of my favorites due to its ability to transmit freshness and food pairability with a perfect body weight. - SE

Eric Kent, Chardonnay Appellation Series

Eric Kent, Chardonnay Appellation Series $26

WHITE
grape: Chardonnay

Eric Kent is one of the very first producers I brought to the shop almost 16 years ago. It is such a true pleasure to see a wine production like this grow, succeed, and remain truthful to the potion we revere: wine. - SE

"Richly proportioned while remaining fresh, this chardonnay excels in being delicious and immediately drinkable, without going over the top. Packed with classic baked apple, pear and quince flavors, the full-bodied 2019 vintage stays fresh throughout, all the way to a long and enticing finish highlighted with lemon oil and wet stone." - Producer

Domaine Gardies, Cotes Catalanes Je Cherche Le Ciel
 
 

Domaine Gardies,  Je Cherche Le Ciel $32
Organic

RED
grape: Mourvèdre and Carignan

"Nestling in the foot-hills of Corbières, the black schists of ESPIRA DE L'AGLY mixed with the scrubland's limestones gives this a part of the Domaine's soil its typical finesse. Family's Gardiés original land - the old vines of Grenache and Carignan, positioned against the cliffs, open out on a clay and limestone soil to give their signature to the great vintages of the estate." - Producer

Powerful flavors without heaviness, with fine and integrated tannins. Such a pleasant wine!" - SE

Domaine Reveille, Tous des Oiseaux

Domaine Reveille, Tous des Oiseaux $22
Biodynamic

RED
grape: Carignan

"France Crispeel's adventure began in 2006 with the acquisition of old Carignan and Grenache. The passion for wine and organic culture are the starting point of my project, Projet Sud et Freshness. Brightness and freshness in this thirsty cuvée. 2019 is a vintage that presents beautiful acidity, intense substance, supple tannins. No sulfites added" - Producer & Importer

One of hardest-working women I have ever met in the wine world - SE

Cascina Ballarin, Barolo
 

Cascina Ballarin, 2016 Barolo $35
Sustainable

RED
grape: Nebbiolo

Yes, you are reading this correctly. 2016 Barolo. The most impressive Barolo I have ever had at this price! Created from the three Crus: Bricco Rocca, Panerole, and Bussia. Aged 26 months: (14 months in French oak barriques, 12 months in large Slavonian oak barrels.) At La Morra everyone calls them "Ballarin" (dancer), but their real name is Viberti. This DOCG emerges with soft fruit, the expected floral notes, nuttiness, and garnet color with a bright, fresh overtone.
- Producer & SE

 

We're adding new wines almost every week. 
You know us, there's never a dull moment. 

Call us, we'd love to talk to you.

 
Musk-up!

WHY ARE WE STILL OPERATING CURBSIDE?
wine-sense is navigating the Covid-19 pandemic as responsibly as possible. As you probably know by now, we've been operating curbside and delivery-only since March. Not because we have to, but because we feel that continuing to provide this service is the safest way to operate during these strange times. So please, when you come to the door and notice that you can't come in, don't be upset. Understand that the shop is tiny, and we’re concerned about our mutual protection. Thank you for understanding our decision.

 

Regular Store Hours

Monday - Closed
Tuesday - Friday: 11 to 7
Saturday: 10 to 7
Sunday: 12 to 6

(978) 749-9464

 
 

Club•WS | red • Spanish-Style Lamb Stew

This recipe is included with the Club•WS tasting notes for the month of February. Every month we share food pairings with each of the club wines. Also, one of the pairings comes with full and detailed ingredients and preparation.

Club•WS | 2021 - NYT Cooking Recipe

Andrew Scrivani for The New York Times

Club•WS | red • MARCH TO MAY

• March wine club will be ready for pickup as-of Thursday, March 4th
• If you haven't picked up February, no worries. It's at the shop ready when you are!
• Virtual club tasting is Thursday, March 11th • 7:15PM  to 7:55PM - Club members only. RSVP and we'll send you an invite to the Zoom meeting.

Join the club - only 3 months at a time
• what: 4 wines each month
• how long: 3 month commitment
• you pay: $159.99 ($53.33 per month)
• you get: 4 bottles, detailed notes, and first dibs on many new wines arriving at the shop
• virtual tasting: You'll be invited to the virtual tasting each month

DELIVERY AVAILABLE! For an additional $20 we'll deliver all three months of the club to you in the Andover or North Andover area

 
 
 
We Deliver
 
 

CURBSIDE PICKUP

  • Effortless contactless shopping 
  • We use your purchase history to make an ideal selection or consult you on the phone or outdoors. 
  • You can also e-mail us
  • We'll process your order
  • Call us or wave once you arrive, or simply approach the table outside our door.
 

$5 HOME DELIVERY

We'll deliver your wine order to any residential or business address in Andover or North Andover for a $5 flat fee (free with orders over $160). Minimum order of $40.  Just contact us to arrange your order and choose a delivery time. Please note that we'll need someone over 21 present to accept the delivery. No deliveries across state lines
* Club•WS delivery for $20 additional to club membership

     
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    Sincerely,
    wine-sense