Wine Tasting at 109 Wine this Saturday 12-5 with Jim Morrison
Come taste some of the new finds at 109. There will be cheese and wine to make everyone feel fine.
See you all Saturday at 109 Danbury Road 12- 5
Kelley Fox of Kelley Fox Wines, Bret Csencsitz of Gotham Bar & Grill and Support for The Iris Fund all on Saturday, February 23rd at 109 Ridgefield!
Saturday the 23rd is shaping up to be an amazing day at 109! 12 – 5pm
A very special visit from winemaker Kelley Fox in our wine store and Bret Csencsitz, Managing Partner of the Gotham Bar and Grill in NYC in our cheese shop.
Kelley will be in our wine store tasting some of her favorite wines from 2-4 with the amazing Jim Morrision and Bret will be sampling some of our favorite Gotham chocolates and olive oil.
Along with all of these amazing food and wine tastings going on, we will also be having a raffle for “The Iris Fund” and a percentage of the days sales will go to the support of the charity as well.
But there’s more! Mark from GoldenVines will be in the wine store from 12-2 and maybe even a little longer pouring some of his favorites just because he can and we love him.
About Kelley Fox from her website;
“Kelley Fox Wines is a small winery I created in 2007 along with my father, Gerson “Gus” Stearns. Though I have lived in the Willamette Valley for over 28 years, and I find myself loving Oregon more every year. The first vintage (2007) started with just over 100 cases. The annual case production is now between 2700 and 3000 cases, all from the historic Maresh Vineyard, the Demeter-certified biodynamic Momtazi Vineyard (both since the beginning) along with Hyland (1988 Coury Clone Pinot), Freedom Hill (barrel-fermented Pinot blanc), and beginning in 2018, Weber (1983 and 1988 Pinot), and Durant Vineyard (Chardonnay). Both Weber and Durant are family owned and farmed old vine vineyards in the Dundee Hills.
I’ve been a full-time, year-round, on-the-floor Oregon Pinot noir winemaker since 2000. My education includes a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Biology from Texas AM University. I graduated Magna Cum Laude with dual degrees in Biochemistry and Biophysics from Oregon State University and was admitted to the PhD program in Biochemistry.
Before completing the doctorate, I changed my path to pursue winemaking. I learned winemaking not from a classroom or textbooks or from other regions, but directly from Oregon winemakers who had put in some serious time. I was deeply influenced by my dear friend and former employer, the late David Lett of The Eyrie Vineyards. David was the ultimate iconoclast who pioneered the Oregon wine industry in the 1960’s.
My winemaking experience includes Torii Mor, Hamacher, and Eyrie, and ten years as winemaker at Scott Paul Wines (August 2005 to about mid-April 2015). I now happily work for my own winery exclusively.”
About Bret Csencsitz,
For the past seven years Bret has served as Managing Partner of Gotham Bar & Grill, ensuring that the restaurant lives up to its legacy while continuing to push boundaries as a leader in the New York dining scene. During his time at the helm, he has also helped develop the Gotham Chocolates program, as well as a collection of fine culinary products under the label, Gotham Selections. Csencsitz has also demonstrated his commitment to New York and the food movement through his ongoing work with GrowNYC.
Like many in the industry Bret has his roots in the performing arts, having spent much of his early time in the city as an classically-trained actor, director, and producer. His studies in the work of the Bard have impacted nearly every aspect of his life and work, including naming his son William… and his daughter Cordelia.
Food, family, and the arts remain Csencsitz’s driving passions.
About The Iris Fund;
To help mothers and babies realize healthy, safe pregnancies and labors by understanding what causes labor and preterm birth. We believe that the answers to the fundamental question of what causes labor is applicable to all mothers. We understand that it is impossible to provide the best care for mothers when working off an outdated understanding of how a pregnant body works during labor. We can do so much better. It starts at the Columbia Preterm Birth Prevention Center, where paradigm-shifting research is underway that will one day, in the not too distant future, become the new medical standard.
Wines that speak to us in value and on a cold winter’s night. Tasting 1/12/19 – Saturday 12-5 – 109 Wine Ridgefield
Wines that speak to us in value and on a cold winter’s night.
This Saturday from 12-5 come join Andres and Anna for a wonderful and casual tasting. A little cheese pairing will be there and Otis may make an appearance too!
Licia, Rias Baixas Albarino 2017
Beautiful straw yellow with greenish hues, Lícia Albariño has strong varietal characteristics with hints of grapefruit, candied fruit, quince jelly, notes of fresh herbs, green apples, and minerals. This full-bodied and well-balanced wine highlights the aromas of citrus and green apple, with a long and persistent finish. This Albariño is perfect with your favorite grilled fish or shellfish, Asian cuisine or even Paella.
Tarapaca, Gran Reserva Carmenere, Maipo 2015
This fabulous carmenere has an expressive, complex, fresh aroma characterized by spicy notes such as clove and pepper, as well as subtle vegetal notes such as red pepper. These aromas are apparent due to the fact that the vineyards are situated very close to the river, with its cool waters, and also due to the summer afternoons, whereby fresh breezes travel up through the valley from the Pacific Ocean to the Andes mountain range. This wine stands out for its unique red ruby color and black fruit aromas; in mouth it is well rounded and rich in flavors, where the figs notes and wild fruits, together with delicate spices aromas, are in perfect harmony. For this reason, on the palate the wine is round, smooth, full-bodied, and with ripe tannins. Black fruit aromas are present, such as blackcurrant, blackberry and plum.
Chateau Saint Andre Corbin, St Greorges-St Emilion 2015
From the smallest of the Saint-Emilion satellite villages, this wine has swathes of black fruit aromas that go well with its firm tannins, dense blackberry flavors and concentration. Ripe Merlot dominates the blend, giving both structure and fruit. It perfect for that cold winter evening by the fireplace!
Join us in welcoming back Jim Morrison to 109 Wine! Tasting Saturday 8/4/18
Join us in welcoming back Jim Morrison to 109 Wine!
This iconic industry legend will be pouring 4 beautiful wines for us.
Why, because wine is delicious and it’s a Saturday 🙂
Chateau Maupague Rosé 2017: a truly classic Provence rosé, the Sumiere family has roots going back to at least the 13th century in this area. The family (and vineyards) are based around Mont Sainte Victoire, the same area where Paul Cézanne found inspiration for his Post-Impressionist paintings. This rosé has layers of complexity due to the higher percentage of Grenache in the blend.
Endrizzi Masetto Bianco 2014: An estate going back to 1885, this family is doing really cool things up in the mountains of Trentino. The Bianco 2014 is a blend of primarily Chardonnay, with assisting roles played by Riesling, Sauvignon blanc, and Pinot Bianco. Think golden delicious apples, yellow pear, and wet stones, with a remarkable palate presence for such an inexpensive wine. Really tasty, high altitude Italian white wine.
Domaine Santa Duc Cotes du Rhone 2015: Biodynamically farmed Gigondas – focused, polished, sturdy, and immensely drinkable. This estate goes back to 1874 and is currently on it’s 5th generation; the current winemaker has been there for 32 years! Red and black fruit, minerals with great texture, and of course, delicious.
Chateau Tour des Gendres Bergerac 2016: Everyone knows Bordeaux, but many people forget that there’s much more to southwest France than that! Bergerac (and the southwest of France generally) is a true stronghold of old school, classic French culinary and gastronomic traditions, and this cheeky Bergerac rouge is no different. A blend of Merlot and Malbec, this wine is pleasurable, crunchy, and bright, with loads of supple black fruit. Also of note, this was the first estate in the region to go organic, being certified as such since 1994 – clean!
2 wines from Cement This Saturday 12-5 at 109 Wine
2 wines from Cement
Join 109 Wine this weekend as we brace for another potentially snowy, “spring” weekend. Nonetheless, the rosé is tasting way too good not to pour! Besides rosé, we’re also featuring a beautiful little Côtes du Rhone red with the hope that spring is seriously right around the corner.
Âme du Vin is a classic expression of the freshness and liveliness of Provençal sun – a feeling of warmth, refreshment, and leisure. This wine is soft and texturally pleasing with excellent melon flavors and immense drinkability. Life is too short to overthink one’s rosé after all.
Domaine de la Biscarelle is relatively new to the winemaking scene, founded in 2009, but they’re working with excellent vines – their 2015 Côtes du Rhone is 90% Grenache from vines at least 70 years old, with some exceeding 100 years in age! The balance is made up of various amounts of Cinsault, Mouvedre, and Carignan. Cement fermentation and 12 months of aging in concrete lend this wine freshness, vivacity, and a very pleasant nose of red and black berries, spice, and minerals.
A “Sense of Place”, this Saturday, March 3rd at 109 Wine 12-3
A “Sense of Place”, Saturday, March 3rd @109Wine 12-3
part 1
Terroir is one of the most common words winemakers and critics alike throw about – indeed, terroir could be considered one of the most fundamental of all wine concepts. Generally, terroir can be understood as a ‘sense of place’; the soil, the climate, the land, the history of a place, the emotions it evokes. Burgundy is probably most famed for this notion, but all wines of pedigree will evoke this concept. Terroir is to wine as personality is to people – it is what makes us memorable, unique, and interesting.
This weekend, 109 Wine will be highlighting this idea as we explore three wines, all made from the same grape yet utterly unique in style, presentation, and of course, in their terroirs.
Join Brett from 12 to 3 this weekend and let’s get to know these wonderful wines!
At 109 Wine our goal and ambition is to make Thanksgiving easy
Thanksgiving 2017
It’s that time of year again! At 109 Wine, our goal and ambition is to make Thanksgiving as easy – and enjoyable – as possible. Let us help you build a perfect case of Thanksgiving wines to work with whatever food you’re serving. That being said:
- Don’t try to please everyone. Pick wines that work with the food, and let people settle into whatever they’re comfortable with. We recommend a sparkling wine, rosé, and lighter and heavier options for both red and white.
- Champagne is often overlooked but do not doubt the deliciousness of a bottle of Tarlant or Drappier Brut Nature with roasted turkey – it is sensational – as well as being versatile and food-friendly.
- Lighter dishes work well with rosé, sauvignon blanc, Chablis or riesling; heavier dishes work well with Beaujolais, Italian, and Rhone wines.
Some of our favorite picks for Thanksgiving this year:
Sparkling
André Clouet Silver NV (Champagne) – Crisp, racy, & bright, with tangy minerals and hidden notes of delicious brioche. Pair with white meats and lighter side dishes.
Rosé
Prevostini Chiavennasca 2016 (Lombardy, Italy) – What can you say, except “wow”. This rosé is light, delicate, and crisp, yet offers enough backbone to hold up to the richness of Thanksgiving food. Notes of rose, tart cherries, & just a pinch of cinnamon, with a long, alluring finish. This will work throughout the meal.
White
Ruhlmann Riesling 2016 (Alsace, France) – Fresh; aromas of pear, pineapple, & quince. Energetic, with smooth, silky texture. Great floral flavors on the palate. Traditional style.
Hopler Pinot Blanc 2016 (Burgenland, Austria) – A bit denser than the Ruhlmann riesling; great minerals and acid on the palate, with flavors of crisp green apple and underripe pear. Zesty, youthful, and great with almost everything. A great crowd pleaser and supremely versatile.
Reds
Jaffelin Pinot Noir 2014 (Burgundy, France) – Light and elegant. Classic red fruit profile on the nose, with a tasteful amount of baking spices. Great with green beans, light pastas, & roasted white meat.
Alexana Pinot Noir 2015 – (Willamette Valley, Oregon) – A step up in expression. A blend of pinot noir from all over the Willamette Valley yields this perfect representation of Oregon. Approachable & delicious, with enough energy to hold up to all but the richest dishes. The fruit is just a touch richer on this wine.
Domaine Harmand-Geoffroy Gevrey-Chambertin 2014 (Cote D’Or, Burgundy) – For the Burgundy lover, from a producer going back to the 1890s. A powerful, energetic wine that’s effortlessly balanced. A masterful demonstration of all the 2014 vintage had to offer, with a bit of that wild, unrestrained earth that draws people to Gevrey-Chambertin, framed by brilliant red fruit. Drinking exceptionally well. The most refined of the pinot noirs mentioned here.
Chanrion Cote-de-Brouilly 2016 (Beaujolais, France) – Another classic & traditional French red. This is a great example of the 2016 vintage and offers major food compatibility. Fresh and fruity, with aromas of red & black summer berries, and just a hint of pepper & spice. Good palate presence, and simply tasty. This one works with all your savory dishes, while also not overwhelming your palate with tannin or oak.
Bolmida Barbera D’Alba 2015 (Piedmont, Italy) – Maybe our biggest hit of the fall season. A tremendous wine that is without parallel for food friendliness. Expressive red & dark fruit, earth, plums, and figs. Solid body, and great sense of self. Refined, unctuous, & clear, this wine again will work with heartier, savory dishes like sweet potato souffle, casseroles, and of course, stuffing.
Henri Bonnaud Palette Rouge 2011 (Palette, Southern Rhone Valley) – A wine with power and structure that retains its clarity, balance, freshness, and terroir. A traditional Rhone blend makes an utterly satisfying red, with great aromas of dark fruit, minerals, figs, and violet flowers. This wine will work for all but the lightests dishes you’re serving this year, but to me, is calling out for roasted meats with savory herbs.
Come on in on Saturday a taste a little Torre Maggiore – Wine & Beer Notes 10-27-17
Come on in on Saturday a taste a little Torre Maggiore with Brett at 109 Wine.
We will have a sampling of cheese too!
Wine
Torre Maggiore 2010 (Umbria) A classic Italian red.
Generations ago, Giorgio Lanzetta brought down Montepulciano plantings from his native Abruzzo to the hills surrounding the mountain of Torre Maggiore. The result is a unique expression of both terroir and Montepulciano grapes.
Notes of rich red and black berries, plum, leather, and earth, with a subtle note of iron and mint. Balanced, with a great finish and distinct earth flavors on the mid palate.
Great with grilled or roasted meats.
Cheese pairing, Pleasant Ridge Reserve
Beer
New Holland Dragon’s Breath
A serious beer, not for the faint of heart! An Imperial Stout that sees some time in bourbon barrels, for added toastiness and a creamy texture. The oak smell abounds from the glass, with plenty of bitter chocolate, figs, vanilla, and wood. For such a burly style, this brew has balance and still keeps the crispness high to cut out the rich flavors from the malts. Wonderful with heartier foods like streaks, and stinky cheeses like Oma or Gubbeen from our cheese shop.
Ommegang Witte
A craft witte from Cooperstown, NY. A straightforward and delicious Belgian-style ale with wheat, sweet orange peel, and coriander brewed in. A lighter beer, this one is floral and grassy with the usual citrus notes. It has just a hint of spice which makes this beer excellent with BBQ or curry dishes.
Testun
Breckenridge Brewery Nitrobrew Vanilla Porter
A new take on a classic brew. A dark beer with a bear black liquid and a dense foam head. The use of nitrogen brewing has rendered this porter extra smooth and silky. Notes of milk chocolate, malt, a hint of roast, and above all, vanilla are present in this beer. Right now, drinking at the perfect spot between sweet and bitter. Try this with some Delice de Bourgogne for an added treat.
Sixpoint Resin Double IPA
An insanely bitter and hoppy beer, also for the bold! Featuring Centennial and Chinook hops up front which deliver loads of pine and resin aromas, this beer is serious and will slap you around with its complex hop bouquet. Put this ultra-sharp beer with a sharp cheddar, like Avonlea or Montgomery to match the aromas of the hops.
Von Trapp Brewery Dunkel Lager
Von Trapp’s darkest year round beer however, looks can be deceiving. Dunkel features notes of chocolate, pumpernickel bread, and a certain nuttiness with a full malt back bone. Contrary to its dark color, this beer finishes crisp and clean with a round hop flavor. It has a lovely texture that coats the tongue but the effervescence washes the palate clean for a refreshing drink that pulls you back. Pair this with Gruyere or Emmenthaler.
Wine Tasting Saturday 10/14 at 109 Wine with Alessandro Peirano of Vinifera Imports
Alessandro Peirano of Vinifera Imports will be pouring some of his favorite and Spectacular Italian Wines.
Join us this Saturday, October 14th from 12-3 in our newly renovated wine store in Ridgefield. Alessandro, a true gentleman and wine lover, will share some of his favorite wines and stories. We will also have a wonderful sampling of cheeses to compliment the selected wines. Hope to see you Saturday.
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