O'Hara's Symposium
Friday, May 8th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
New Wines from Spain & Argentina along with a Martini!!!
Don't cry for me Argentina
truth is I never loved
I wanted some Malbec
it was Altos Las Hornmigas
I finally found it
and I will share it
if you can bare it!!!!
That's called carrying a tune baby.
My deaf grandmother loved my singing. I think I'll become an internet singer and try out for American Idol next year.
I was in a Domaine in Spain feeling no pain with Lorain.
I found great wine in little time that cost no more than a dime and that's no crime.
Talk about carrying a rhyme.
See you there!!
Jim
-2008 Altos Las Hormigas Malbec -Argentina
(Robert Parker 90 points)
-2006 Altos Las Hormigas Malbec Reserva -Argentina
(Wine Spectator 92 points)
-2007 Altos de la Hoya Monastrell -Jumilla, Spain
-2006 Faustino VII -Rioja, Spain
-2007 Raimat Albarino -Rias Baxas, Spain
-2007 Pannotia Torrontes -Argentina
-Smirnoff Pomegranate Martini
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Friday, May 1st
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
New Wines from California!!!
I'm back from a nice Sabbath in Germany with knowledge and knowhow.
Life is not as tough as one would imagine. All you need to do is stop and smell the roses, realize that grass really is green and life does not evolve around work.
I need to follow the old Greek saying,"don't do today things you can accomplish tomorrow." The thinking behind the saying is tomorrow never comes.
But should I really worry about over-working? Is what I do here work or pleassure. I do taste wine through most of the day. I do see everyone at The Wine Symposium every week. I do eat lunch everyday and I can walk out that door anytime I want to. I'm out of here babyyyyy.
See you there!!
Jim
-2007 Esser Cabernet Sauvignon
-2007 Sterling Vintners Meritage
-2007 McManus Petite Sirah
-2006 Steltzner Claret -Napa Valley
-2007 Valley of the Moon Unoaked-Chardonnay
-2007 Columbia Winery Riesling -Washington State
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O'Hara's Wine
Symposium
Friday, April24th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
New Zealand, California & Italy!!!
Andrew Cadron from Ruby Wine Imports will be pouring and talking about these exciting wines. See what you think.
See you there!!
Jim
-2006 Tohu Pinot Noir -New Zealand
-2005 Cellar #8 Merlot -California
-2006 Cellar #8 Zinfandel-California
-2006 Rocca Delle Macie Sasyr -Italy
-2007 Tohu Chardonnay -New Zealand
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WEBSTER HOUSE
1 Webster Street at Webster Square
Worcester, MA 508 757-7208
Tapas & Spanish Wine Dinner
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 6PM sharp!
WELCOME
BUNUELOS Spanish Cheese Puffs
2008 Cortija Rosado
TAPAS
STUFFED YELLOW PEPPER
Fresh roasted pepper filled with almonds, tomato, rice, raisins & herbs, topped with goat cheese
TORTILLA ESPANOLA
Potato, caramelized onion, egg, peas, fresh tomato and Manchego cheese baked omelet
PAN FRIED FRESH SOLE FILET
With Lemon and Capers
2007 Oro de Castilla
2007 Ipsum
CHICKEN CHILINDRO
Sauteed white chicken with Serrano ham in sred pepper sauce
SPICED CLAMS
Steamed with herbs and spices, white wine and parsley
MARINATED TENDERLOIN SKEWER
Topped with paprika sauce
2007 Pelta Tempranillo
2007 Nabuko
MAIN COURSE
SEAFOOD PAELLA
Senior Chef John’s version of the Classic Seafood Dinner complete with shrimp, squid,
mussels, Chorizo, on rice with peas and saffron
2007 Dacu
2006 Calma- Rioja
DESSERT
To be announced
Time for our Tapas and Spanish Wine Dinner, please note that it’s on a TUESDAY. We’re tried some new tapas and brought back a couple of your favorites. Of course, we must have Paella, Chris’ favorite.
The Spanish wines really enhance the Spanish foods and we know you’ll enjoy the complete dining experience.
Won’t you join us on Tuesday, April 28. Call to reserve 508 7577-7208. Seating is limted.
$70 inclusive. !
Friday, April 17th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
Old Favorites New Vintages!!!
Cline winery has been a favorite winery of ours for many vintages. It is one of the few California wineries able to produce great wines year after year.
Dave Bodourtha from Classic Wine Imports will be pouring and talking about these wines. He's quite knowledgable and he knows something about wines also. See what you think.
See you there!!
Jim
-2006 ClineOakley Five Reds
-2007 Cline Ancient Vines Mourvdre
-2007 Cline Ancient Vines Zinfandel
-2006 Santa Ema Reserve Merlot -Chile
-2008 Chateau Recougne Bordeaux Blanc -France
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Friday, April 10th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
Wines for Easter dishes!!!
See you there!!
Jim
-2007 Laboure Roi Sanglier Pinot Noir -France
-2006 Flaio Negroamaro -Puglia, Italy
-2005 Campo Viejo Crianza -Rioja, Spain
-2007 Bogle Old Vine Zinfandel -California
-2008 Layer Cake Shiraz -Australia
-2007 Dr Loosen QBA Riesling -Germany
-2008 Nobilo Sauvignon Blanc -Marlborough, New Zealand
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Friday, April 3rd
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
New Wines from France & Austria!!!
Have you started preparing for Easter yet? Just so you know it's a week or so away.
I'll lighten the stress with wines that should pair well with many dishes. And for some reason you don't find a wine to match a certain dish you're offering, change the dish.
See you there!!
Jim
-2007 Georges Duboeuf Morgon Jean Descombes -Beaujolais
90 points Robert Parker
-2006 Louis Latour Marsannay -Burgundy
-2003 Domaine Le Murmurium Cotes du Ventoux
Capri Diem -Rhone 91 points Robert Parker
-2003 Domaine Le Couroulu Vacqueyras -Rhone
-2006 Louis Latour Grand Ardeche Chardonnay
-2006 Louis Latour Vire-Clesse
-2006 Laurenz Gruner Veltliner -Austria
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Friday, March 27th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
New Wines from Italy!!!
Finding new wines from Italy is like finding the Asian longhorn beetles in our neighborhood, they're everywhere. Finding Italian wines which pass the rigorous test we use here at O'Hara's is like having sex with your wife once she's giving birth, not so often.
These new Italian wines are very well made wines. They stimulate all your tastes buds and at very affordable prices. You won't need an AIG bonus to purchase these wines!
See you there!!
Jim
-2007 Caleo Primitivo -Puglia
-2006 Monrosso Chianti DOCG -Tuscany
-2006 La Corte Salice Salentino -Puglia
-2004 Saladini Pilastri Rosso Piceni Piediprato
-2007 Falesco Est! Est! Est!
-2007 Lagaria Pinot Grigio
-Canella Blood Orange Mimosa
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Friday, March 20th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
Wines from Washington State & California!!!
Finding new wines from California or Washington State is easy, every week a new winery hatches. The challenge is finding great wines that offer more than their peers. It's not only the price that matters when picking a new wine, if you don't like a wine and it costs only $5 would you still buy it?
A new wine has to be flavorful, more so then it's peers, has to pop a spark in the palate when you taste it and maybe even woww me. All of the wines at this weeks Wine Symposium certantly had a spark and some woww's.
The Zinfandel is quite amazing. The Merlot is one of the best Merlot's I've had since I can remember. The Cabernet's are hard to beat at their price points. Both whites are creamy and lusciously delicious. They all fit like Michael Jackson's glove.
See you there!!
Jim
-2007 The Flying Wine maker Zinfandel -Lodi
-2007 Tortoise Creek Cabernet Sauvignon -Paso Robles
-2006 Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Merlot
-Washington State
-2005 Novelty Hill Cabernet Sauvignon -Washington State
-2006 Chateau Souverain Chardonnay
-2006 Snowqualmie Riesling -Washington State
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Friday, March 13th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
Jim's New Finds from Spain!!!
Having tasted through 50 plus wines at a recent Spanish wine tasting from Ole Imports, I chose 8 very flavorful wines. Spain still over-delivers with quality at very fair prices!
See you there!!
Jim
-2007 Dacu Tempranillo -Ribera Del Guadiana
-2007 Pelta -Valencia
-2007 Traza -Rioja
-2006 Nabuko -Yecla
-2006 Vinos Sin Ley M5 -Yecla
-2007 Oro de Castilla Verdejo -Rueda
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O'HARA'S WINE & LIQUORS
And The Webster House Restaurant
508-757-7208 One Webster Sq. Worcester Ma.
California Wine Dinner
Wednesday March 18th , 2009 at 6pm
Welcoming Hors d’oeuvres
Cheese and fruit
NV Gloria Ferrer Brut Sparkling Wine
Appetizer
Grilled Shrimp sallad
California style grilled marinated shrimp on greens with avocado, orang, blue cheese and balsamic vinaigrette
2007 Hess Chardonnay
Entries
Hazelnut crusted Salmon fillet
Fillet choped hazelnuts, tarragon and orange zest form the top crust on the salmon filet
2007 Bogle Old Vine Zinfandel
Grilled Pork tenderloin
California pear rellish rosemarry marinated pork tenderloin topped with California bartlett pear rellish and balsamic rum syrup
2006 Bogle Petite Sirah
2007 Folie A Deaux Menage A Trois Red
Grilled filet mignon
California raisin onion jam presented with baked plum potato with basil and spinach saute
2006 Hess Cabernet Sauvignon
2006 Steltzner Estate Claret Stags Leap District -Napa Valley
Dessert
Working on it
Please reserve early by calling the Webster House Restaurant at: (508) 757-7208. The price is $70 per person inclusive.
Chris & Helena & all the Webster House staff
Jim Vasiliadis of O’Hara’s Wine & Liquors
Webster House Restaurant email: webster@websterhouseweb.com
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Friday, January 16th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
Jim's New Finds from Bordeaux & the Rhone Valley!!!
I taste a lot of wine. France, Spain, Romania, Greece to name a few countries. I taste wine from top vintages, fair vintages and poor vintages. To me it doesn't matter what country it's from or the vintage as long as the wine is special. Sort of like my ex girlfriends.
All that matters to me is first; to smell the wine. There's nothing like a great nose on a wine that wet earth, barnyard, closet, stinky sock nose. I love it. Most of you have witnessed these distinguishing smells through your daily routine.
Secondly I look at the color. Straw like on Chardonnay's, clear like water on Sauvignon Blanc's especially from New Zealand, deep dark purple color on Shiraz's and pretty pink on Rose's. This is appealing stuff!
Am I the only one getting turned on right now?
Finally I make it to the first sip. I put the glass on my lips and as the wine is going down the first thing I notice is the texture. I love a smooth and vibrant texture in the mouth.
Then I focus on the flavor. I swirl the wine in my mouth to try to get all my tastes buds involved. This really puts me in the mood.
Lastly if the wine has proper acidity it will sparkle all over my palate and finish me off. Sometimes I draw a swet.
Do I want more or am I done?
No more!
Yes more!
No more!
Yes more!
At the end all I'm left with is the fragrance from the last sip of wine, like a one night stand.
I think I have a wet spot. On my shirt of course.
Cigarette anyone?
See you there!!
Jim
-2005 Chateau Nicot -Bordeaux
-2005 Chateau Segonzac -Bordeaux
-2007 Pierre Amadieu Cotes du Rhone
-2007 Domaine La Garrigue Cotes du Rhone Cuvee Romane
-2006 Aussieres Blanc -Languedoc
-2007 Chateau L'Hoste Blanc -Bordeaux
-Carolans Irish Cream Liqueur -Ireland
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Friday, February 27th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
Jim's New Finds!!!
A little insight into what I have to go through to offer you wines that are worth while.
Monday through Thursday from 9am till 2pm I taste wines from many different sales representatives. Reds first, whites last, most remember but some forget and they hear it from me.
No price please, I don't want to be influenced by the price. I taste the wine, I consider the flavor, texture, color, acidity and most important balance. I then patiently listen to their reasoning how their wines are the best and why I should buy their particular wines. At this point I'm ready for the price, usually this is where I get the biggest laugh, and then tell them what I really think of their wine. Most come back some don't and the process continues week after week.
When I do find something worth while my first expression is mmmmmm nice or if the wine really hit the spot it's ooooooo I like it, and if it's well priced they get a rare woooowww!! That's the wine you'll sea at our in store wine symposium.
It isn't easy you know!
See you there!!
Jim
-2007 Poppy Pinot Noir -Monterey
-2007 Flying Winemaker Zinfandel -Lodi
-NV Toad Hollow Eriks the Red
-2007 Palo Alto Reserva Cuvee Red -Chile
-2006 Razors Edge Unoaked Chardonnay -Australia
-2007 Palo Alto Reserva Cuvee White-Chile
Friday, February 20th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
Organic Wines & Beers!!!
Green is the theme this week with wines made from organically grown grapes. For those that want to be eco friendly these wines fit the occasion.
What are organic wines or sulfites you ask?
Labels that read"made with organic grapes" indicate that the grapes are grown without the use of any synthetic additives, such as herbicides or chemical fertilizers. Sulfites are added unless it specifically reads "Sulfite Free".
Organic wines are not supposed to contain added sulfites according to the USDA.
I think the USDA needs to work on clarifying that a little better.
Sulfites are commonly added to wine (and other foods) to act as a preservative and disinfectant; without them, wines tend to oxidize rapidly. However, sulfites have been blamed for causing headaches, allergic reactions and asthma attacks. Even wines that don't contain added sulfites do contain small amounts of sulfur dioxide, which occurs naturally during fermentation.
If this is too technical for you, wearing a green shirt or having green teeth will be eco friendly enough.
See you there!!
Jim
-2007 Our Daily Red -California
-Sulfite Free
-2007 Domaine La Grand Ribe Cotes Du Rhone -France
-2006 Bonterra Merlot -California
-2006 Bonterra Cabernet Sauvignon -California
-2007 Bonterra Chardonnay -California
-2007 Sterling Sauvignon Blanc-California
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O'HARA'S WINE & LIQUORS
And The Webster House Restaurant
508-757-7208 One Webster Sq. Worcester Ma.
French Wine Dinner
Tuesday February 24th , 2009 at 6pm
Welcoming Hors d’oeuvres
Light cheese puffs
2007 Lurton Fumees Blanches
Appetizer
French Mustard Tarte
Fresh tomatos and cheeses on mustard lined pastry crust topped with herbs de Provence
2007 Domaine Lafond Tavel Rose
Entries
Scallops St Jacques
Sautéed fresh sea scallops, sweet onions, fresh mushrooms, white wine and cream, presented in a French puff pastry basket
2006 Aussierres Blanc
French Country Chicken Au Gratin
Chicken prepared with white wine, cognac, crème fraise and grated cheddar served on brown rice
2007 Laboure Pinot Noir
2006 Aussierres Rouge
Roasted Beef Tenderloin
Classic style, encrusted with seasoned bread crumbs and served with caramelized sweet onions and butter sautéed wild mushrooms, roasted potato and vegetable
2007 St. Cosme Cotes du Rhone
2005 Marc Kreydenweis Perrieres
Dessert
Raspberry, white chocolate mousse cake
Please reserve early by calling the Webster House Restaurant at: (508) 757-7208. The price is $70 per person inclusive.
Chris & Helena & all the Webster House staff
Jim Vasiliadis of O’Hara’s Wine & Liquors
Webster House Restaurant email: webster@websterhouseweb.com
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O'Hara's Wine
Symposium
Friday, February 13th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
Wines from the Australia &
New Zealand!
See you there!!
Jim
-2006 Yard Dod Red
-2006 Marquis Phillips Sara's Blend
| Wine Advocate # 178 Aug 2008 | 91 | Drink: 2008 - 2016 | ||
| The 2006 Sarah’s Blend is composed of 60% Shiraz, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the balance Merlot and Cabernet Franc. It was barrel-fermented and aged in seasoned French oak for 12 months. Deep crimson-colored, it yields a complex aromatic array of cedar, spice box, clove, pepper, cassis, and blueberry. Full-bodied, fruit-driven, and intensely flavored, this layered blend has a 45-second finish. Drink it over the next 8 years. | ||||
-2006 Tapestry Shiraz -McLaren Vale
-2007 Two Hands Angels Share Shiraz
| "Big, bold and expressive, with some unexpected transparency to the black cherry, raspberry, red plum and Asian spice aromas and flavors, lingering on the open-textured finish. The aftertaste just keeps coming. Drink now through 2015. 6,300 cases made." –HS | Score: 92Wine Spectator Issue: Oct 15, 2008 Top 100: 2008, Rank: 83 |
-2007 Greg Norman Chardonnay
-2006 Thornbury Sauvignon Blanc -New Zealand
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Friday, January 30th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
New Wines from Spain
See you there!!
Jim
-2006 Alto Almanzora Este
R.P.90 points
-2006 Paso A Paso Timpranillo
-2006 Bodegas Hornillos Ballesteros Mibal
R.P.92 points The 2006 Mibal is 100% Tempranillo aged for 12 months in French oak. It is opaque purple with a super-expressive nose of mineral, spice box, cedar, leather, blackberry, and licorice. Dense and layered, it has gobs of sweet fruit, incipient complexity, several years of aging potential, and a lengthy finish. Drink this superb effort from 2011 to 2022.
-2006 Bodegas Ateca Atteca
R.P.91 points The 2006 Atteca is 100% Garnacha old-vines ranging from 80-120 years. Dark ruby-colored, it delivers an alluring bouquet of Asian spices, wild black cherry, and blueberry. Layered and sweetly-fruited, the wine is nicely balanced and lengthy. It has enough stuffing to evolve for 1-2 years but can be enjoyed now. It is a superb value.
-2007 Paso A Paso Verdejo
-2007 Ipsum Verdejo
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Friday, January 23rd
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
New 2005 Bordeaux's
See you there!!
Jim
-2005 Chateau Tour Dauron -Bordeaux Superior
-2005 Chateaux Tour St. Georges -Bordeaux Superior
-2005 Chateaux Olce -Bordeaux Superior
-2005 Chateaux Moulin -Listrac St. Emilion
-2007 Novellum Chardonnay
-2006 Thornbury Sauvignon Blanc -New Zealand
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School is in session once again kids. Hope 2009 keeps you healthy and brings you happiness!!
We're kicking off the new year with wines which do not require compensation from any government stimulus package. These wines really offer special flavors.
See you there!!
Jim
-2004 Ironstone Cabernet Franc
-2005 Ironstone Cabernet Sauvignon
-2004 Ironstone Petite Sirah
-2006 Excelsior Cabernet Sauvignon -South Africa
-2007 Chateau Ste. michelle Gewurztraner
-2007 Ironstone Obsession
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Italian Wine Dinner Announcement Wednesday,January , 21st 2008 at 6 pm Welcoming Hors D'Oeuvres Italian Cheese Puffs with a hint of pepperoni NV Carpene Malvoti Prosecco Appetizer Antipasto Marinated fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, artichoke, fresh tomato and basil, zucchini sticks 2007 Massone Gavi Entries Sicilian Swordfish steak Crusted swordfish steak with fresh tomato, olive and caper relish 2006 Garofoli Macrina Verdicchio Roast Ostrich Mignons Gorgonzola butter 2006 Salvalai RipassoValpolicella 2006 Flaio Negroamaro Tagliata di Manzo con Rucola Rare peppered sirloin of beef on a bed of arugula, drizzled with olive oil and sea salt 2006 Boroli Barbera D'Alba 2006 Brusco di Barbi Dessert Tiramisu Please book reservations early by calling the Webster House Restaurant at: (508) 757-7208. Price is $70 per person inclusive. ******************************************************
Friday, December 12th from 5 to 7pm with Dr Liquid
Big Guns from California, two Highly rated Sparkling wines from Carneros and an Irish Ceam!
Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley is king or the big gun among red wines. Full-bodied with plenty of tannins is a typical characteristic of the wine but one that is exetremely appealing. We'll be pouring five Cabernet based wines Friday along with Gloria Ferrer Brut and Blanc de Noir Sparkling wines..
Jim
-NV Gloria Ferrer Brut "W.S. 90 points" |
Friday, December 5th
from 5 to 7pm
with Dr Liquid
Special Wine's from Chile,
Argentina,New Zealand
and a Port!
Macallan Single Malt Scotch tasting!
Hopefully you've saved some money after black Friday for the best gift of all, wine.
Whether it's for someone special or just your neighbor wine is the perfect gift. From $10 to $100 there's something for everyone.
Jim
Macallan Single Malt Scotch Tasting.
This Friday a representative will be pouring:
-Macallan 17 year
-Macallan 18 year
-Macallan 21 year
"W.S. 93 points"
-DeBortoli 8 year old Tawny Port "Wowwww!!"
A Special After Thanksgiving
Wine Tasting
with wines that are blends
of two or more grapes
Friday, November 28th
All of these wonderful wines are blends that really hit the mark.
It's like a big orgy in every bottle.
More Single Malt Scotch tasting are coming sooooooonnn!!!!
Jim
-2007 TheWolftrap Red -South Africa
-2007 Peace Red -Australia
-2006 Oakly Five Reds
-2005 Columbia Crest Five Reds -Washington State
-2007 Guigal Cotes Du Rhone -France
-2006 Lafazanis Roditis White -Greece
-2007 Memsie White -Australia--------------------------------------------------------------
-2007 Memsie White -Australia
Holiday Wine Dinner Announcement
Wednesday, December, 3rd 2008 at 6 pm
Welcoming Hors D'Oeuvres
Cheese Puffs served with a flight
of twelve different complimentary wines
Appetizer
Oysters Rockefeller
Prepared with Fresh spinach, bacon and anise liquour
2005 Chateau Fonreaud Blanc, Bordeaux
Entries
Baked Dijon Salmon
Fresh salmon brushed with Dijon mustard, and served with a fresh fruit and ginger relish
2006 Chateau L'Hoste Blanc, Bordeaux
Roast Turkey with Meat Dressing
Roasted turkey breasts served with a traditional French pork and beef dressing, pan gravy and cranberry relish.
2005 Chateau Courreges, Bordeaux
2005 Chateau Haut Gaudin, Bordeaux
Roasted Beef Tenderloin
Beef Tenderloin roast served with a port and shiitake reduction, and accompanied with Chef's vegetables
2005 Chateau D'Agassac, Haut Medoc
2005 Chateau du Taillon, Haut Medoc
Dessert
Turtle Pumpkin Cheesecake
A luscious pumpkin cheesecake served with chocolate, caramel and roasted pecans
Please book reservations early by calling the Webster House Restaurant at: (508) 757-7208. Price is $70 per person inclusive.
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A Special After Thanksgiving
Wine Tasting
with wines that are blends
of two or more grapes
Friday, November 28th
All of these wonderful wines are blends that really hit the mark.
It's like a big orgy in every bottle.
More Single Malt Scotch tasting are coming sooooooonnn!!!!
Jim
-2007 TheWolftrap Red -South Africa
-2007 Peace Red -Australia
-2006 Oakly Five Reds
-2005 Columbia Crest Five Reds -Washington State
-2007 Guigal Cotes Du Rhone -France
-2006 Lafazanis Roditis White -Greece
-2007 Memsie White -Australia--------------------------------------------------------------
-2007 Memsie White -Australia
Holiday Wine Dinner Announcement
Wednesday, December, 3rd 2008 at 6 pm
Welcoming Hors D'Oeuvres
Cheese Puffs served with a flight
of twelve different complimentary wines
Appetizer
Oysters Rockefeller
Prepared with Fresh spinach, bacon and anise liquour
2005 Chateau Fonreaud Blanc, Bordeaux
Entries
Baked Dijon Salmon
Fresh salmon brushed with Dijon mustard, and served with a fresh fruit and ginger relish
2006 Chateau L'Hoste Blanc, Bordeaux
Roast Turkey with Meat Dressing
Roasted turkey breasts served with a traditional French pork and beef dressing, pan gravy and cranberry relish.
2005 Chateau Courreges, Bordeaux
2005 Chateau Haut Gaudin, Bordeaux
Roasted Beef Tenderloin
Beef Tenderloin roast served with a port and shiitake reduction, and accompanied with Chef's vegetables
2005 Chateau D'Agassac, Haut Medoc
2005 Chateau du Taillon, Haut Medoc
Dessert
Turtle Pumpkin Cheesecake
A luscious pumpkin cheesecake served with chocolate, caramel and roasted pecans
Please book reservations early by calling the Webster House Restaurant at: (508) 757-7208. Price is $70 per person inclusive.
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A Special Thanksgiving
Wine Tasting
Friday, November 21st
We're concentrating on wines that pair well with many dishes for the Thanksgiving feast. From ham to lamb and even spam we'll have wines for your dishes.
More Single Malt Scotch tasting are coming sooooooonnn!!!!
Jim
-2007 Rex Goliath Pinot Noir
-2006 Carmel Road Pinot Noir
-2006 Razors Edge Shiraz-Granach -Australia
Wine Spectator 90 points
-2007 Villagio Nero D'Avola -Sicily
-2006 Bodegas Castano Monastrel -Spain
Robert Parker 90 points
-2007 Forest Glenn Pinot Noir
-2007 Villa Fassini Toscana Blanco -Italy
-2007 Villagio Viogner -Italy
-2007 Man Chenin Blanc -South Africa
-2007 Dr Loosen Riesling -Germany
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Wine Spectator 90 points
Robert Parker 90 points
-2007 Forest Glenn Pinot Noir
Wines from Italy
Friday, November 14th
I'm under a lot of pressure to perform so here it goes; We'll have some really good Italian wine to taste this Friday at O'Hara's Fine Wine Symposium. It's really freakin good stuff so don't miss it.
Thank You very much!
We'll also have an all natural Lemoncello to taste.
More Single Malt Scotch tasting are coming sooooooonnn!!!!
Jim
-NV Voga Pinot Grigio Extra Dry Sparkling
-2003 Villa Pillo Borgforte -Tuscany
-2005 Monsanto Chianti Classico Reserva - Tuscany
-2005 Stefano Farina Barbaresco -Piedmont
Wine Spectator 90 points
-2004 Stefano Farina Barolo -Piedmont
Wine Spectator 91 points
-2006 Macrina Verdiccio Classico
-Sorento Lemoncillo -----------------------------------------------
Wine Spectator 90 points
Wines from France & Germany
Single Malt
Scotch Tasting!!
Friday, November 7th
On behalf of the two major political parties in the United States I'd like to invite you to The Famous O'Hara's Wine & Liquors wine tasting for a night of fun and remorse. This will be a night that all people can join hands and be one together. You can put away your differences and enjoy the moment with some fine Vino, Scotch and good conversation.
The way I see it, one day soon both the male and female political parties with some effort can start agreeing on issues. Issues like picking up after yourself, contributing in a conversation instead of just having the female party do all the talking. Making important decisions together, like which football game to watch or what color curtain should be hung. Racking leaves together can become a favorite past time.
But the most important issue, as Father Dean my spiritual leader says, is to "Love each other" I have to agree.
Our first Single Malt Scotch tasting will focus on The Balvenie line of fine Scotch's. We'll have a representative straight in from Boston. Boston is a big city just West of Scotland. We'll be pouring up to 6 different Scotch's.
Jim
-2005 Chateau Valcombe -Nimes, Rhone
-2007 Domaine de la Guicharde Cotes du Rhone
-2005 Chateau Gobert -Bordeaux
-2005 Marc Kreydenweiss Perrieres WOWW! -Nimes, Rhone
-2006 Fournier Sauvignon Blanc -Loire Valley
-2006 Markus Molitor Spatlese WOWW! Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany -----------------------------------------------
Arnold Land
Scary Friday, October 31st
Our presidential candidates are spending millions of dollars to boost up their image. From commercials to face lifts and expensive haircuts it's good to know our money is being spent properly.
Thinking this through though, all Obama needs to do is be honest and be more specific about the policies he wants to implement. John Mcain just needs to be real and get angry once in a while and live up to what he's suppose to be, a maverick. Also get a new running mate. I'm sick of her sarcasm, and she's always on that Saturday Night Live show?
Assuming either one of these candidates gets elected are we settling for a president or progressing as a country with a new commander at the helm? Is there a green party candidate?
Since we have to settle for low quality candidates at very high prices at next Tuesday's presidential elections, I figured I'll switch the trend. We'll have high quality wines at prices these candidates cannot relate to, low and real low.
In this week T & G it was reported that Worcester residents sent money to these candidates. I thought they were supposed to give us money not the other way around? I guess this is not Greece. In Greece when we have elections it's a good opportunity to make a little extra money. All you have to do is pretend you like someone and vote for them. Sound familiar?
Once Election Day comes around everyone waits for their envelope. It's a very festive occasion. Here the candidates do provide you with an envelope BUT IT'S EMPTY. I don't understand American politics.
This week we are featuring new wines that won't scare your pocket. Whether you come wearing a costume or nothing at all you'll be comforted by Dr Liquid!
Scotch tastings are coming soon!!
Jim
-2006 Forest Glen Merlot
-2006 J Lohr Valdigue
-2005 Sacred Stone Masters Red
-2005 Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon
-2007 Chateau St Jean Fume Blanc
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Burgundy, France
Friday, October 24th
Perhaps some of the most stylish and elegant wines in the world are the Pinot Noir's and Chardonnay wines from Burgundy. The reds have floral aromas, toasty oak and a lot of acid which contributes to its longevity in the bottle. The whites have lush fruit flavors that are balanced with proper acid.
In Burgundy vintage matters due to the volatile and rough climate. Add the finicky Pinot Noir grape to this climate and you have either tasty grapes or sour grapes. Finding well priced wines in Burgundy is difficult due to the this factor.
The 2005 vintage was a huge success in Burgundy among other regions in France. The 2006 whites are turning out to be very promising also. We'll open another find from Alsace to top it all of. See you there!
We have new craft beers from California that are exetremely tasty. We'll have Scott Man Due from Atlas distr. pouring them.
Scotch tastings are coming soon!!
Jim
-2005 Claude Marechal Cuvee Gravel Grands Vins
-2005 Jean-Luc Joillot Hautes Cotes De Beaune
-2005 Domaine Vincent Girardin Santenay 1er Cru La Maladiere
-2006 Olivier Laflaive Les Setilles
-2006 Willm Cuvee Emile Pinot Gris Reserve-Alsace
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Rhone Valley, France
Friday, October 17th
The Rhone Valley certainly produces wines of distinct character with its unique varieties of grapes like Grenach, Mourvedre and Syrah. Most of these wines are very affordable compared to other regions from France.
Zind-Humbrecht is one of the top five wine makers in the world according to Robert Parker with his white wines from Alscace. We'll have his Gewurztraminer available for you taste. The pronunciation might difficult but the wine is real easy to sip.
For those of you who enjoy a fine Gin we'll be pouring the newest hip Gin, New Amsterdam from the great US of A.
Jim
-2005 Le Paradou Cote Du Luberon
-2006 Perrin of Beaucastel Cotes Du Rhone
-2001 Mas de Boiluzon Chateauneuf du Pape
-2007 Cote Jardin Cotes du Rhone Blanc
-2006 Zind-Humbrecht Gewurztraminer -Alsace
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O'HARA'S WINE & LIQUORS
And The Webster House Restaurant
508-757-7208 One Webster Sq. Worcester Ma.
Harpoon Beer Dinner
Thursday October 23rd, 2008 at 6pm
Welcoming Hors d’oeuvres
Harpoon Apple Cider
Appetizer
Roast butternut squash soup
Laced with brown rice, kernel corn and sausage pieces
Harpoon Brown Ale
Fried Haddock
English style
UFO Belgium Style Beer -Unfiltered
Bratwurst
German sausage simmered with onions and apples
Harpoon Oktoberfest Beer
Weiner Schnitzel
Fried Veal, chips
Harpoon Original Ale
Sauerbraten
Marinated pot roast of beef, ginger gravy buttered noodles and blaukraut
Harpoon IPA (Indian Pale Ale)
Dessert
Apple strudel with raisins and walnuts
Please reserve early as the seating is limited. $60 inclusive.
Chris & Helena & all the Webster House staff
Jim Vasiliadis of O’Hara’s Wine & Liquors
Webster House Restaurant
Chris & Helena Liazos
Your Hosts
email: webster@websterhouseweb.com
phone: 508-757-7208
A little bit on HARPOON Brewery
Dan Kenary, a Worcester native along with Rich Doyle and George Ligetti started the Harpoon Brewery on Northern Avenue, Boston MA twenty years ago. At the time Bass Ale was the only ale around and it was considered an almost exotic thing. Today the company has sales in 25 states, but 80 percent of its business is in New England. Dan said "We got into the business at a good time. People were open to new ideas. We went around bringing samples to bars. It was challenging because most bars had only a couple of Beers on tap." Today most taverns have up to 20 or more lines on tap. Today Harpoon is the largest craft beer brewer in New England, and one of the largest in the country. A craft beer is one produced by a regional, small or micro-brew company. This year they'll produce more than 100,000 barrels - offering four year-round beers and four Seasonal beers. Brian Carey is the Central MA Sales Representative for Harpoon Brewery. He has been with the company for 7 years and has a passion for the brand. Beer is a culture not just a drink, and Brian's goal is to invite as many new people to this fun culture that he can. He will be our guide through the dinner. We are very proud and pleased to have Dan, James and Maryanne Kenary "initial investors" (Dan's parents) joining us for the evening. Enjoy the presentations.See you on the 23rd, Chris & Helena & staff at Webster House, Jim Vasiliades, O'Hara's Liquors
Webster House Restaurant Chris & Helena LiazosYour Hostsemail: webster@websterhouseweb.com phone: 508-757-7208
Wines from The States
California & Washington State
Friday, October 10th
It will be tough to top last weeks wine tasting Symposium but it sure will be fun trying. We'll have new wines from California and old favorites that might have fallen out of favor, or out of flavor is more like it. These wines have found themselves once again.
It's as though these wines went through a transformation. They were young and innocent, then they became teenagers and lost their touch, and finally grew up and found their magic touch again. It's never easy going through your teenage years or as my father would call my brothers and I knuckleheads, in Greek of course, but there is some satisfaction making it through your teenage years with some brain cells left. Even if its just a few and I'm not reffering to Javier again.
When I think of wines from California I think of lots of fruit up front. Add in tannins and good acidity and you have what I call the Feluja effect which basically translates to a suicide bomber in your mouth. The wines just explode in your mouth.
That's flavor baby!!
For those of you who enjoy a fine brew we'll have 5 to 6 different Samuel Adam beers.
Jim
-2006 Blackstone Sonoma Reserve Pinot Noir
-2006 Blackstone Sonoma Reserve Merlot
-2005 Genesis Cabernet Sauvignon -Washington State
-2006 Solex Chardonnay
-2006 Genesis Riesling -Washington State
Wines from Chile
Concha Y Toro Winery
Friday, October 3rd
At our wine tasting Symposium, we typically focus on wines from a particular country or region. It's been a long time since we have poured wines from only one winery.
Concha y Toro is a winery that deserves special attention because they consistently make wonderful wines. Even though Concha y Toro makes wines at different price points, they all are enjoyable wines that show varietal and micro-climate distinctiveness.
Accessible early, these wines have the depth and structure to age for years. I've recently re-tasted these and they all 'WOWED' me. Come and taste for yourself and see why we're excited about these wines!!
Jim
-2007 Concha Y Toro Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon
-2007 Concha Y Toro Casillero del Diablo Carmenere
-2006 Concha Y Toro Casillero del Diablo Resrva Privada
-2005 Concha Y Toro Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon
-2007 Concha Y Toro Casillero del Diablo Chardonnay
-2007 Concha Y Toro Casillero del Diablo Sauvignon Blanc
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Wines from Spain
Friday, September 26th
We don't offer you a typical wine tasting experience. Our wines are not wines with cookie cutter flavors that are just barely good. If you want servicable wine buy Woodbridge or Sutter Home. They're good but it doesn't mean you have to like them.
We take the time to taste, re-taste and then taste again before we offer them to you at The Famous O'Hara's Symposium. Our task is never easy when it comes to finding wines that are worthy. We don't settle for good wine at our Symposium. For us, they're either great wines or not for us.
If you're not certain wether you like a particular wine we are pouring that's alright. I realize everything I like may not be what you like. I might like home cooked cabbage and beans and you may not. I know Javier likes cabbage and beans and not everyone likes him. One thing is certain we'll give you a great tasting experience along with a joke or two.
This week's line up of exceptional Spanish wines are versatile and pair wonderfully with many dishes including cabbage and beans.
I also put some thought in the process of picking wines for the Symposium. There I was thinking and before I nodded off I said to myself, 'Jim we have not tasted Madeira for quite a while.' I did a little magic and viola Madeira re-appeared in the store again!
I won't take all the credit for remembering Madeira. Our good friend, customer, and confidant Hanu mentioned to me last week that we don't have Madeira in the store. Reccomendations from the customers are accepted. Unless they are obscene reccomendations. Then again we consider those as well.
Jim
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-NV Mont Marcal Brut -Cava
-2006 Antano Tempranillo
-2006 Almira Los Dos Old Vine Grenach-Syrah
-2005 Las Rocas Vinyas Viejas (Old Vines) Grenacha (R. P. 91 points)
-2005 Lan Reserva -Rioja (W. S. 90 points)
-2006 Raimat Chardonnay
-Broadbent Rainwater Madeira
Wines from way down under
Friday, September 19th
We have a large selection of Australian wines. Everytime I say we don't need anymore Australian wines I find some that I must have. These new wines are complex and fruit forward and and are ready to drink on release. They are "MUST HAVE wines."
Jim
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-2007 Margan Shiraz Rose
-2007 Bitch Grenach
-2004 Yering Station Nell Cabernet-Shiraz
-2004 Billi Billi Shiraz
-2004 Frank Potts Red Blend
-2006 Billi Billi Pinot Gris
Our Next Wine Symposium will be held on Friday, September 12th from 5 to 7 pm here at O'Hara's Wine and Liquors
I love wines that offer a lot more than what you pay for them. This week's line-up of Italian wines delivers character and lots of flavor without breaking the bank. That's not so easy to do today with Italian wines considering the strong value of the Euro. We're sure that most of you will want to take home some of these delicious, well-made Italian wines after tasting them for yourself!!!!
We will also be pouring the most popular summertime drink in Italy this Friday. I won't tell you which one it is in the line-up. See you there!!!
-Jim
2007 Regaleali Rose- Sicily
2005 Casato Monticelo Barbera D'Asti- Piedmonte
2006 Falesco Vitiano Rosso- Umbria
2005 Sella Mosca Cannonau- Sardinia
2006 Morgante Nero D'Avola- Sicily WS 90 points
2006 Ca Montini Pinot Grigio- Trentino
Campari Bitter (an Aperatif)- Italy
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Northwest Wine Dinner
Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at 6 pm
Dear Wine Dinner Lovers, We are excited about serving you our first Northwestern wine dinner. We knew this would be a fantastic wine dinner when the tasting panel paired the food and wines. to thank the Webster House and our wine dinnner patrons for making this a special meal and evening!!
Welcoming Wine
2006 Chateau Ste. Michelle "Nellie's Garden Dry Rose
served with Cheddar cheese and crackers
Appetizer
Seared Scallops en Brochette
Prepared with shallots, fresh tomatoes, oregano and lemon
2007 Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley Gewurtztraminer
Entrees
Salmon with Smoked Almond Beurre Noisette
Salmon Filet topped with macerated cherries and beurre noisette
2007 Erath Pinot Gris, Oregon
2006 Erath Pinot Noir, Oregon
Grilled Chicken Breast
Topped with grilled apples and pears with Morita Chile Salsa
2006 Snoquaimie Chardonnay- Washington
Grilled Beef Tenderloin Steak
On sauteed mushrooms and blue cheese, roasted red potatoes and fresh green beans
2004 Chateau Ste. Michelle "Indian Wells" Cabernet Sauvignon
2005 Chateau Ste. Michelle Orphelin "Rhone style blend"
Dessert
Apricot- Mango Cheesecake
Seating is limited so please call early to make reservations at (508) 757-7208. Costs $70 per person inclusive.
Here is what we poured at the September 5, 2008 Wine Symposium:
2006 Carmel Road Pinot Noir- CA
2005 The Consultant Shiraz- CA
2006 Hahn Meritage- CA
2005 Sebastiani Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon- CA
2006 Valley of the Moon Chardonnay- CA
2006 Snoqualmie Riesling- Washington
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SPANISH WINE DINNER
Wednesday, August 20th, 2008 at 6 pm
We would like to thank the Webster House and our wine dinnner patrons for making this a special meal and evening!!
Appetizer
BUNELOS SPANISH CHEESE& CHORIZO PUFFS
Soup
WATERMELON GAZPACHO
Delightfully refreshing with the addition of melon to a traditional favorite 2007Muga Rose -Rioja
2007 Muga Rioja Rose
Tapas
STUFFED YELLOW PEPPER
Fresh roasted pepper filled with almonds, tomato, rice, raisins & herbs, topped with goat cheese
TORTILLA ESPANOLA
Potato, caramelized onion, egg, peas, fresh tomato and Manchego cheese baked omelet
2007 Naia Verdejo -Rueda
2006 Wrongo Dongo Monastrell
CHICKEN AND ANDOUILLE STRUDEL
Andouille and chicken breast pieces combined with sweet sauce, onions, parsley and tomato wrapped and baked in filo pastry
STUFFED MUSHROOM CAP
Bread based dressing with shallots and Serrano ham
2007 Paso A Paso Verdejo
2006 Paso A Paso Tempranillo
SALMON
Blackened salmon cubes with Orange-Yogurt Sauce
2005 Volver -LaMancha
Main Course
SEAFOOD PAELLA
Senior Chef John's version of the Classic Seafood Dinner complete with shrimp, squid, mussels, Chorizo, on rice with peas and saffron
2006 Nora Albarino -Rias Baxias
2005 Venta Mazzaron Temprarillo
Dessert
CARMELIZED FLAN with FRESH FRUIT
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Friday,June 27th from 5 to 7 pm
The Season Finale!!!!
It has been a great first half of 2008 and the Symposium will back in full swing this September. I'd like to thank everyone for your support in making the Symposium so vibrant and so much fun! We poured the following wines:
N/V Martini & Rossi Prosecco- Italy
2006 Kenwood Red- California
2004 Kenwood Reserve Zinfandel- California
2006 Aquinas Pinot Noir- California
2006 Aqua de Pietra, Malbec- Argentina
2006 Oberon, Sauvignon Blanc- Napa Valley
2007 Weingut Erbes Riesling Kabinet, Urziger Wurzgarten- Germany
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Our previous O'Hara's wine tasting Symposium was held on Friday, June 20th. We poured the following:
2006 Affreschi, Nero D'Avola- Sicily, Italy
2005 Ruffino Il Leo Chianti- Tuscany, Italy
2005 Vietti, Nebbiolo Perbacco- Piedmont, Italy 90 Pts Robert Parker
2005 J.J. Vincent, Bourgogne Chardonnay- Burgundy, France WOW!!!!
2007 Chateau Grande Cassagne Rose- Nimes, France
2007 Twin Vines, Vinho Verde- Portugal
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Our previous O'Hara's wine tasting Symposium was held on Friday, June 13th from 5 to 7 pm here at O'Hara's Wine and Liquors. We poured the following:
2006 Cortijo Tinto, Rioja- Spain
2006 Vinos Sin Ley Zestos Especiales- Spain
2006 Vinos Sin Ley G3- Spain
2006 Vinos Sin Ley M4- Spain
2006 Vinos Sin Ley M5- Spain
2006 Ipsum, Rueda- Spain
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After tasting dozens of different wines over the past two weeks, we cherry picked these six new wines that we are excited to share with you! These wines not only show a diverse range of styles and personalities, but also tremendous quality and value. Here is what we poured on Friday, June 6th at our in-store tasting Symposium:
2006 Oracle, Pinotage- South Africa
2005 Le Vieille Ferme Red- Southern Rhone Valley, France
2004 Canalletto Primitivo- Italy
2006 Ashby Vineyards, Semillion/ Chardonnay blend- Carneros, California
2007 Steenberg, Sauvignon Blanc- South Africa
2007 Josef Reuscher Erben, "Piesporter Goldtropfchen", Riesling Kabinett- Mosel/ Saar/ Ruwer, Germany
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Here is what we poured on Friday, May 30th at our in-store tasting Sympsosium:
2004 Brancott Pinot Noir- New Zealand
2006 Menage a Trois Red Blend- California
2004 Match Book Syrah- California
2004 Renwood Old Vine Zinfandel- Sierra Foothills, California
2007 Francis Ford Copolla Pinot Grigio- California
2006 Cono Sur Sauvignon Blanc- Chile
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On Friday, May 23rd from 5 to 7 pm we poured wines from the "Wine that Loves Food Line" which were blended by the world renown sommelier, Ralph Hermson of Le Circ 2000. Blended with the goal of having food and wine complement each other seamlessly, these wines don't require cellaring and show how different wine makers are trying new approaches to marketing wine. We tasted and enjoyed these wines recently and we hope that you will enjoy them as well. Here is what we will be pouring:
Wine that Loves Pizza, Corvina and Rondinella Ripasso with Lambrusco, Italy
Wine that Loves Pasta with Tomato Sauce, Nero d'Avola and Syrah, Italy
Wine that Loves Roasted Chicken, Predominantly Garnacha, Spain
Wine that Loves Grilled Steak, Reserve Merlot and Carmenere, Chile
Wine that Loves Grilled Salmon, Pinot Grigio/Garganega/Chardonnay, Italy
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We poured the following wines on Friday, May 16th at our in-store wine tasting Symposium:
Our next O'Hara's wine tasting Symposium will be held on Friday, May 16th from 5 to 7 pm here at O'Hara's Wine and Liquors where we'll be pouring:
2006 Vina Alarba old vine Garnacha, Spain
2006 Pascual Toso Malbec, Argentina
2006 Concha y Toro, Casillero del Diablo, Cabernet/Syrah, Chile
2006 Can Feixes Blanco, Spain
2003 Cockburns Quinta dos Canais Vintage Porto 93 points WS
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O'Hara's and the Webster House thanks everyone who attended the wine dinner on May 21. Everyone seemed to have a wonderful time and many people seem very enthusiastic about buying the wines that were served with this special meal.
California Wine Dinner
Welcoming Wine:
2005 Clos La Chance Sauvignon Blanc
2006 Clos La Chance Pinot Noir
Cheese and Fruit
Appetizer
California Avocado Grilled Shrimp Cocktail
on Romaine
2006 Clos La Chance Chardonnay
Entrees
California White Pizza
Artichokes, black beans, scallions, Monterey Jack Cheese,
fresh tomato with guacamole and sour cream on the side
2005 Clos La Chance Zin Puff Bel
California Fig-Apple Chicken Stir Fry
Stir fried with snow peas, carrots, cashews and scallions, served on brown rice
2004 Clos La Chance Merlot
Grilled Steak California-Style
Sirloin presented with a cucumber-dill sauce, grilled tomato and roasted potato slice
2005 Clos La Chance Meritage
2005 Clos La Chance Cabernet "Ruby"
Dessert:
Chocolate Pavlova
Filled with fresh berries & fruit, dollop of cream
All of these wines are available at O'Hara's Wine & Liquors!
We poured the following wines at our tasting Symposium on Friday, May 9th:
2005 Columbia Crest "Vineyard 10", Washington State
2005 Avalon Cabernet Sauvignon, California
2004 Artesa Elements, California
2004 Artesa Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa & Sonoma County
2005 Columbia Crest Grand Estates Chardonnay, Washington 90 pts WS
2006 Ferrari-Carano Fume Blanc, California 90 pts WS
We poured the following wines on Friday, May 2nd at our in-store wine tasting symposium:
2003 Hill & Dale Cabernet- Shiraz
2006 Boekenhouskloff Wolftrap Red
2005 Hill & Dale Pinotage
2004 Stellenzicht Shiraz
2007 Stellenzicht Sauvignon Blanc
2007 Man Chenin Blanc
We poured the following wines on Friday, April 25th:
We also poured beers from Magic Hat and Ladder & Hook Brewing Co.
2006 Santa Carolina Reserve Carmenere, Chile,
2006 Santa Carolina Reserve Merlot, Chile
2007 Biblia Chora Areti Red, Greece
2004 Domaine Mercouri, Greece WS 90 Points
2004 Biblia Chora Areti White, Greece
On Friday, April 18th, we poured the following wines:
N/V Domaine Ste. Michelle Extra-Dry Sparkling Wine
2004 Red Diamond Merlot
2005 Columbia Crest Grand Estates Merlot
2004 Columbia Crest Grand Estates Shiraz
2004 Chateau Ste. Michelle "Indian Wells" Cabernet Sauvignon
2006 Chateau Ste. Michelle "Indian Wells" Chardonnay
2005 Chateau Ste. Michelle "Indian Wells" Riesling
Springtime French Wine Dinner
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008 at 6 pm
Welcoming Wine:
2005 Hugel Pinot Blanc "Cuvee l'amour"
Gougere Light Cheese puffs
Entrees
Filet de Sole Bonne Femme
Fresh sole filet prepared with a mushroom, white wine and cream sauce
2005 JJ Vincent Bourgogne Blanc "JJ"
Poulet Cordon Bleu
Sauteed chicken breast stuffed with cheese and ham,
served on brown rice with cream sauce
2005 JJ Vincent Pouilly Fuisse
2005 Nicholas Potel Bourgogne Rouge
Cassoulet
A classic style bean and duck casserole with vegetables, crumb topping
2005 Potel Aviron Julienas Vielles Vignes
Boeuf a la Mode
Beef braised in the oven with carrots, shallots, dried plums,
celery, with a touch of wine; served in a nest of cheese whipped potatoes
2004 Chateau Compassant, Bordeaux
2005 Lelande-Coutier, Bordeaux
Dessert:
Eclair a la Cindy
Custard filled pastry topped with a chocolate glaze
Please call early to make reservations at: (508) 757-7208. $70 inclusive per person. Chris, Helena & all the staff at WEBSTER HOUSE
http://www.websterhouseweb.com/
Last week, we will be poured the following wines at our Friday Night Wine Symposium:
2005 Paul Jaboulet "Parallele 45" Cotes du Rhone
2005 Chateau de la Maltroye Bourgogne Rouge
2005 Domaine Gachot-Monot Cotes de Nuits Villages
2005 Louis Latour Marsannay
2005 Louis Latour Saint Veran "Les Deux Moulins"
2005 Domaine de Montmeix Bourgogne Blanc
Dow's 10 year old Tawney Port
We poured the following wines on Friday, April 4th:
2002 Foris "Fly Over" Red, Oregon
2004 Kenwood Reserve Zinfandel, CA
2005 Solaire Cabernet Sauvigon, CA
2005 Midnight Estate Melot, Paso Robles, CA
2006 Solaire Chardonnay, CA
2005 Murphy-Goode Fume Blanc, CA
2001 Dow's Late Bottle Vintage Porto, Portugal
On Friday, March 28th, we poured the following wines:
2006 Alamos Malbec, Argentina 87 points WS
2006 Alamos Bornarda, Argentina 87 points WS
2006 Tilia Chardonnay, Argentina
2006 Tilia Malbec, Argentina 89 points WS
2006 Tilia Syrah/Malbec Blend, Argentina 89 points WS
2006 Tohu Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand 87 points WS
Dow's Trademark Porto, Portugal
On Friday, March 21st, we poured the following wines:
2006 Garrison-McBride, Pinot Noir, CA
2006 Finca El Portillo, Malbec, Argentina
2005 Capestrano Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Italy
2006 Penfold's Koonunga Hill Shiraz-Cabernet, Australia
2004 Next Generation Shiraz, Australia
2006 Finca El Portillo Sauvignon Blanc, Argentina
2004 La Craie Vouvray, France
2007 Domaine Houchard, Provence Rose, France
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Springtime Australian Wine Dinner
TUESDAY, March 25th, 2008
Welcoming Wine:
2006 First Love White
2005 Memsie Red
Accompanied with Cheese Puffs
Appetizer
Aussie Coconut Shrimp
Served with fresh salad greens dressed with balsamic vinaigrette
2005 Memsie White
Entrees
Baked Stuffed Sole Filet
Bread dressed shallots, green peppers and parsley with an herb-butter
2005 Yard Dog White
Grilled Marinated Chicken
Presented on an apricot pilaf with lime
2006 Tait Ball Buster Barossa Valley Red
Down Under Tenderloin with Mushroom Ragout
Beef tenderloin on whipped red potato and asparagus spears
2005 Lights Out Barossa Valley Shiraz
2005 Barrel of Monkeys McLaren Vale Shiraz
Dessert:
Kiwi Cheesecake
Our cheesecake topped with sour cream, fresh kiwi fruit and apricot glaze
Chris, Helena & all the staff at WEBSTER HOUSE
On Friday, March 14th, we poured the following wines:
2005 Chateau La Sauvegarde, Grand Vin de Bordeaux
2005 Chateau Bois des Graves, Cotes de Bourg
2005 Barons de Rothschild Reserve Speciale, Bordeaux
2005 Chateau Coutet, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru W.S.90 points
2005 Chateau Magence Blanc, Graves
2005 Chateau Fonreaud "Le Cyngne" Blanc, Bordeaux blanc W.S.89 points
2003 Chateau de Myrat Grand Cru Classe, Sauternes W.S.95 points
On Friday, March 7th, we poured the following wines:
2006 Layer Cake, Primitivo, Italy
2005 Tomasi JPoggio Al Tufa, Rompicollo, Italy
2006 Bricco Al Sole Montepulciano D'Abruzzo Organically Grown
2005 Luigi Bosca Malbec Reserva, Argentina WS 91 points
2006 Don Miguel Gascon Malbec, Argentina WA 90 points
2005 San Viglio Cortese, (white) Piedmonte, Italy
N/V Villa Jolanda Prosecco
N/V Villa Jolanda Procecco Rose
Scotch Master Brad Jarvis also poured some exciting Irish Whiskies from Bushmills.
OUR BIG FAT GREEK WINE DINNER WAS HELD ON
TUESDAY, February 26th, 2008
Welcoming Reception:
Greek Cheeses and Olives with GOAT CHEESE AND SPINACH VILLAGE BREAD
2006 Amethystos White2005 Fare Dry Red
Appetizer:
TRADITIONAL CHICKEN EGG-LEMON SOUP-Laced with orzo
2006 Spyros Hatziyiannis Santorini
Entrees:
SHRIMP SAGANAKI-Sauteed shrimp with tomatoes, onions, green peppers and feta, finished with a splash of wine, served on brown rice pilaf
2005 Anastasi Moschofilero
SALMON KATAIFEBaked fresh salmon filet weapped with spinach leaves and kataife (shredded wheat pastry)Presented on egg-lemon sauce
2004 Spiropoulos Porfyros Red
M O U S S A K A- A classic dish prepared with eggplant and beef topped with a béchamel sauce
2005 Anastasi Agiorgitiko (St George)
2004 Anastasi Dry Red
Dessert:
GALATOBOUREKO-A Greek custard baked in filo with chocolate and berries.
Friday, February 29, 2008
We poured the following wines:
2006 Louis Bernard Cotes du Rhone Villages
2005 Louis Jadot Chateau Des Jacques, Moulin a Vent WS Top 100- 91pts
2005 Chateau de Puligny-Montrachet, "Bourgogne", France
2005 Chateau de Puligny-Montrachet, "Monthelie", France
2004 Chateau de Chamirey, "Mercurey" Burgundy Blanc, France
2005 Domaine Fournier, Grande Cuvee Fournier Sancerre, Vielles Vignes, France
2002 Forster Winzerverein EG, Deidesheimer Herrgottsacken Riesling, Kabinett- Germany
FRIDAY 2/15/08
On Friday 2/15 we poured the following wines:
2006 Tormaresca Neprica
20005 Tommasi Valpolicella "Rafael"
2003 Villa Antinori Toscana Rosso
2005 Villa Pillo Borgoforte
2006 Tormaresca Chardonnay
2006 Villa Antinori Toscana Blanco
N.V. Banfi Rossa Regale
*****NEW BEER****** The award winning Lion Stout from Sri Lanka
FRIDAY 2/1/08
On Friday 2/1, we poured the following wines:
FRIDAY 1/25/08
We poured the following wines:
1. NV Domaine Ste Michelle Brut -Washington State
2. 2005 Concannon Pinot Noir Limited Release
3. 2006 Concannon Zinfandel Limited Release
4. 2004 Concannon Petit Sirah Limited Release
5. 2004 Oberon Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
6. Foris Pinot Gris -Oregon
FRIDAY 1/18/08
We poured the following wines:
- 2005 Bogle Pinot Noir -Russian River Valley
- 2005 St Francis Old Vine Zinfandel
- 2004 St Francis Cabernet Sauvignon
- 2005 Newton Claret Napa
- 2005 Kenwood Chardonnay
- 2005 Buttonwood Sauvignon Blanc
WELCOMING:
Bruschetta
NV Villa Jolanda Pinot Rose
2006 Tomaiolo Pinot Grigio
Appetizer
ANTIPASTO MISTO Marinated fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, artichokes, fresh tomato and basil, white bean dip
NV Villa Jolanda Prosecco Frizzante
MAIN COURSES:
EGGPLANT PARMESAN Ann Leone's Classic Italian recipe
2005 Greco di Tufo la Guardinse - white
2004 Tomaiolo Chianti Classico Riserva - red
CHICKEN SALTIMBOCCA Chicken Breast sauted with Prosciuto in a light wine sauce Served on orzo primavera
2005 Tommasi Valpolicella Rafael
RACK OF VEAL Roasted mustard-vinaigrette marinated rack of veal with rosemary, Chianti reduction sauce Served with smashed Parmesan Potato and roasted onions
2001 Millennium Rosso di Toscana
2005 Monte Defli Angeli Monferrato Pinot Noir
DESSERT:
RICOTTA CHEESECAKE Traditional style with almonds and white raisins on tangerine sauce
FRIDAY 12/14/07
This week we are presenting a wide variety of wines:
1. NV Chevalier de Grenelle Cuvee Reserve 1.5Liter Saumur
2. 2006 Ottone Barbera, Piedmont, Italy
3. 2005 Catherine & Claude Marechal Cuvee Gravel, France
4. 2005 Francis Coppola Rosso -California
6. 2001 Kiona Cabernet-Merlot, Washington State
7. 2005 Josephine Dubois Chardonnay- Bourgogne, France
8. 2006 St. Michel Eppan Pinot Grigio Italy
9. 2005 Kiona Chenin Blanc Washington State
10. 2000 Dows Late Bottle Vintage Porto
FRIDAY 12/07/07
This week we're pouring several wines from Wine Spectator Magazine's Top 100 wines for 2007:
1. 2005 Chateau Haut Nadeau- Bordeaux Superieur, France
2. 2005 Perrin & Fils, Vacqueras "Les Christins", France Top 100
3. 2004 Chateau Pipeau, St. Emilon Grand Cru, France Top 100
4. 2005 Dom. du Vieux Telegraph, Chateauneuf du Pape, Top 100
5. 2004 Bodegas LAN rioja Edicion Limitada, Spain, Top 100
6. 2005 Chateau Coucheroy Blanc, Pessac- Leognan, France
7. 2005 Faively Bourgone Blanc, France
8. JJ Prum, Wehlener Sonnenuhr/ Auslese, Germany Top 100
9. Wares Special Reserve Tawny Porto
FRIDAY 11/30/07
This week we're featuring Californian wines that would pair well with a variety of holiday dinners.
1. 2006 Cline Ancient Vines Zinfandel
2. 2005 Cline Ancient Vines Cashmere
3. 2004 Imagine Chalk Hill Cabernet Sauvignon
4. 2005 Edge Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
5. 2004 Turnbull Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon WS 92 points
6. 2005 Cambria Chardonnay Kathryne's Vineyard
7. 2002 Mondavi SLD Sauvignon Blanc
8. NV Gloria Ferrer Brut Sparkler
9. NV Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noir Sparkler
FRIDAY 11/16/07
This week we featured a wide assortment of wines that will pair nicely with many traditional Thankgiving Day meals.
1. '06 Domaine Brunet Pinot Noir, France
2. '05 Kenwood Russian River Valley Pinot Noir, USA
3. '05 Louis Jadot Pinot Noir, France
4. '05 Lemelson Pinot Noir "Thea's Selection", Oregon, USA
5. '05 Kenwood Zinfandel, USA
6. '06 Willm, Pinot Blanc, France
7. '05 Willm, Pinot Gris "Cuvee Frederick Emile", France
8. '05 Chateau Ste. Michelle, Gewurztraminer, Washington, USA
9. 03 Josef Friederich, Bernkasteler Kurfurstlay, Riesling Auslese, Germany
FRIDAY 11/9/07
This week we featured eight wines from Spain and one from Argentina:
1. N/V Aria Brut Cava
2. '06 Campos Real
3. '05 Castano, Monestrel RP 90pts
4. '06 Tres Picos Garnacha
5. '06 Palacios Remondo La Vendimia, Rioja
6. '06 Fillaboa, Albarino
7. Lo Tengo, Torrentes- Argentina
8. N/V Broadbent Rainwater Madeira
FRIDAY 11/2/07
This week we featured French wines from several different French wine regions along with a late bottle vintage port from Portugal.
1. '06 Domaine de Bonnese, Brouilly- Beaujolais
2. '05 Chateau Ayolles Julien, Corbieres- Languedoc
3. '05 Jean Luc Columbo, Cotes du Rhone "Les Abeilles"- Rhone
4. '05 Domaine Caboche, Chateauneuf du Pape- Rhone
5. '05 Haiku Bridge, Chenin Blanc- Languedoc
6. '04 Leon Beyer, Pinot Gris- Alsace
7. N/V Quinta do Noval LBV Port- Portugal
FRIDAY 10/26/07
For the last week of October '07, we featured some fantastic Italian wines and some cream liquors from Tequilla rose.
1. '05 Di Majo Sangiovese- Tuscany, Italy
2. '04 Alviano Turlo- Umbria, Italy
3. '03 Castello Querceto, Chianti Classico Riserva-Tuscany, Italy 90pts WS
4. '01 Fattoria Torrione Petrolo-Tuscany, Italy 93pts WS
5. '05 Salviano, Orvieto Classico- Umbria, Italy
6. '05 Saracco, Moscato D'Asti-Italy
We also poured Tequilla Rose Strawberry Cream, Tequilla Rose Cocoa Cream, and Tequilla Rose Java Cream liquors.
FRIDAY 10/19/07
Both the Wine and Scotch tastings held on Friday, October 19, 2007 were a huge hit with most everyone there. We would like to thank everyone who came for helping to make it another fun and lively O'Hara's Symposium. Please come to this web page if you would like to see a list of what we poured at a given wine tasting.
We featured several French wines and Scotch Master, Brad Jarvis poured some wonderful scotches.
This week's wines are:
1. '04 Los Planos Syrah, Cotes Catalanes- France
2. '04 Chateaux Compassant, Bordeaux Superior- France
3. '05 Lanlande Coutier, Bordeaux Superior- France
4. '01 Chateaux Recougne Terra Recognita, Bordeaux- France
5. '05 Domaine de la Tourmaline, Muscadet, Loire Valley- France
6. '05 La Piece Sous Le Bras Blanc- France
7. '01 Helfrich "Steinklotz" Gewurztraminer Grand Cru, Alsace-
France
Scotch Master, Brad Jarvis poured some amazing single malt and blended scotch wiskeys including:
Johnny Walker blended Blue label scotch
Johnny Walker blended Gold label scotch
Johnny Walker blended Green label scotch
18 year old Talisker single malt scotch
15 year old Dalwhinney single malt scotch
12 year old Cragganmore single malt scotch
18 year old Caol Ila single malt scotch