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Wine Tip of the Week
La Clape is a named sub-appellation of the Languedoc appellation in Languedoc-Roussillon, located in southern France. Unusually for a Languedoc sub-appellation, the La Clape title covers both red and white wines.
La Clape's much-respected red wines are produced from Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre - the local cepages ameliorateurs ('improver' varieties). While Carignan and Cinsault can also be used to a limited extent, they are being gradually phased out from the local vineyards.
The lesser-known white La Clape wines are made from the classic Languedoc white-wine blend, which includes Grenache Blanc, Clairette and Bourboulenc, with smaller amounts of the Rhone Valley varieties Marsanne and Roussanne. The appellation laws even permit the use of Picpoul, the specialty grape of Pinet, half an hour's drive up the coast (see Picpoul de Pinet).
The official La Clape viticultural area covers the villages of Armissan, Fleury-d'Aude, Salles-d'Aude and Vinassan. It also covers vineyards on the eastern fringes of the town Narbonne.
Located less than four miles (10km) from the southern French coast, the sub-appellation has a climate that is definitively Mediterranean, bringing long, hot summers and relatively mild winters. There is a clear marine influence, as a result of the area's coastal location and its proximity to the various etangs (coastal lagoons) that line the southern Languedoc-Roussillon coast. These have become famous for their resident flamingo populations. This is about as far from the Equator as flamingos live (although some spend the summer in the lagoons of Venice in Italy, slightly further north than Narbonne), confirming just how warm the climate is here. Around half of these flamingos remain here even during the winter months.
The soils of La Clape are largely free-draining and sandy, with a presence of mineral-rich clay. There is also a high proportion of grès (sandstone) here, which echoes the soils found in the Gres de Montpellier sub-region just to the north-east.
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Upcoming Store Events
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In store wine & cheese tasting this Sat. from
4 to 7 pm
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"Old friends and old wine are enough provision"
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Hello fellow wine enthusiast! Our W.O.W.! selection this week is a perennial favorite and an amazing value; under $15! However, going forward this bottling will no longer be offered. It's your last chance to purchase this La Clape. Time to stock up!
Chateau des Karantes is owned by the Knysz family, who also own Michigan importers Eagle Eye Brands (who we buy direct from). Stop by this
weekend and try a sample. Cheers!
Specials from the Emporium Deli this weekend- 
We've got hand-cut,
USDA PRIME graded
BACON WRAPPED F
ILET MIGNON steaks available for your grilling pleasure this weekend for $22.95/lb. and
USDA PRIME graded NY STRIPS for $21.95/lb.
Anyone
that has savored a prime graded steak knows that it is delightfully tender and juicy with a buttery flavor which makes it distinctively superior to any other steak. Of all the beef produced in the US, less
than 2% is certified as USDA Prime. We have lots of side dishes, salads and desserts to accompany your delicious steak too.
Our delicious hand crafted pizza is available tonight and
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Our "Margherita" specialty pizza with bacon & spinach added
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tomorrow night from 4 to 9 pm. Try one of our specialty pizzas, or customize your pie with your favorite toppings. We make our dough from scratch, our sauce is Italian style with roasted garlic and herbs, and we top our pizza with a 4 cheese blend. Our new GOURMET CHEESEBREAD is a "must try". Don't forget to grab a family size salad to accompany your pie.
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This Week's W.O.W.! (wine of the week)
'12 Château des Karantes "Bergerie"
Languedoc La Clape AOP, France
About the wine-
This harmonious wine has a cherry red color and  concentrated, ripe red fruit aromas. On the palate, flavors of dense mocha and dark chocolate accent the taut flavors of roasted plum, dark olive and cherries, with notes of spice and vanilla. Well balanced and round, this wine is soft and wonderfully fruity, making it friendly and enjoyable now. A blend of 35% Syrah, 35% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre. The wine is aged in stainless steel tanks to preserve the freshness and natural fruit character of the wine. 14% abv.
Professional Reviews-
"Ripe blackberry and boysenberry notes weave together with licorice, dried herb and coffee accents in this full-bodied red. Hints of black olive and bay leaf linger on the finish. Drink now through 2019. 4,000 cases made." Rated 88 pts. Wine Spectator
About the winery-
Château des Karantes is a magnificent vineyard situated in  Languedoc-Rousillon. The domaine is in the heart of a small valley located two minutes away from the Mediterranean between the seaside resort towns of Narbonne Plage and St. Pierre sur Mer. The estate offers a beautiful panoramic view of the Mediterranean Sea with the Pyrenee Mountains visible in the distance.
The vineyard is named after the Bishop of Carcassonne, owner of the estate hundreds of years ago.
The estate, nestled in the Mediterranean Garrigue, is made  up of 190 hectares, 44 of which are currently planted under vine. The vineyard extends along the limestone, clay and rocky slopes which form the "Massif" or Ridge of La Clape.
The entire vineyard is in the Languedoc - La Clape appellation. The location allows the production of quality wines because of its exceptional South-East/East exposure, its proximity to the sea and its Mediterranean climate.
*No other discounts apply. Pricing valid through 9/23/16 while supplies last*
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What's Going On In Boyne Country?
Aten Place hosts conservancy fundraiser concert Sunday
Aten Place has been a supporter of two of Northern
 Michigan's finest non-profit organizations for several years. The Top of Michigan Mountain Bike Association fund-raiser was held last week and the Little Traverse Conservancy concert event will be held from 5-8 p.m. this Sunday, Sept. 18. Please consider this an invitation to attend.
The Muteflutes join us from Grand Rapids to share their lyric-driven indie folk-rock. Aten Place, Beards Brewery, and Grain Train are all graciously donating for this first-time event. If you'd like to join in the potluck, bring a dish to pass and your own place-settings. Members receive free admission, an LTC mason jar, and two Beards' brews. To commemorate our founding in 1972, LTC invites non-members to join for just $19.72. This includes a one-year individual or family membership, an LTC mason jar and two brews. Not interested in becoming a member just yet? No problem, come enjoy the music and food anyway. No dogs, please. Register online at
landtrust.org or call 231-347-0991.
Sept. 24 Harvest Festival includes farmers, music, crafts and fun
Boyne City will again celebrate its autumn bounty at the
 Harvest Festival Saturday, Sept. 24. The event brings music, crafts and fall produce to the downtown from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Portions of Water and Lake Streets will be closed to traffic. The Farmers Market will move from Veterans Park to Water and Lake Streets for the event. There will also be an arts and crafts show and folk art demonstrations. Pony rides run from 12 to 2 p.m. and there will also be children's games, pumpkin painting and more. The festival is sponsored by the Boyne City Main Street Program and the Boyne Area Chamber. More than 20 scarecrows will be displayed around downtown from mid-September until Halloween. Six musical performers will be featured during on three stages in the downtown. For more information, call (231) 582-6222 or visit
www.boyneharvestfestival.com.
Vendor application.
Thanks to our major sponsor, the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau. For lodging information while attending Harvest Festival, visit
www.PetoskeyArea.com.
Harvest Festival live music schedule:
11 am to 1:30 pm
Jim Rivers Band
Spectrum
Hoaglund & Gold
1:30 to 4 pm
Indigo Moon
That 70's Band
Kellerville
Humane Society plans Dining For Paws dinner fundraiser
The Charlevoix Area Humane Society has several
 fundraising events planned for the weeks ahead:
Sept. 23 - Dining for Paws - Organize your own dinner party with friends who donate to the Humane Society. Then join others at the afterglow for dessert and dancing at the Charlevoix Country Club Shanahan Barn.
Details.
Oct. 1 - The Great Pumpkin Run - 5k Run/Walk at 8 a.m. Friendly dogs welcome, prizes T-shirts and fun for everyone. Saturday morning registration starts at 7 a.m. in Sunset Park behind the Chamber in Boyne City. Enjoy the fall colors as you walk or run along Lake Charlevoix. Friendly dogs welcome. The race/walk/run will start at 8 a.m. Registration forms at CAHS.
WIN A TRIP TO MAUI - The Humane Society is holding a raffle with $50 tickets to win a 7-night trip to Maui or $10,000 cash. Drawing will be held Dec. 16.
Firefighters concert features Byrnes and Morgan Frazier
The Boyne City Firefighters Association is proud to present
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David Adam Byrnes
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the 34th Annual "Country Music Spectacular" starring Nashville recording artist David Adam Byrnes with special guest Morgan Frazier from "The Voice." This year's show will be held Sunday, September 25, at The Boyne City High School Performing Arts Center, with two shows, 3 and 6 p.m. Each year the proceeds are used for new and updated advanced safety equipment and training for the Fire Department. Your local firefighters are grateful for the support of the business community. Businesses that would like to advertise in the event program are invited to contact Chief Dennis Amesbury or Jerry L Petty III, 231-225-0275 or boynecityfirefighters911@gmail.com.
TICKETS are available from firefighters and at the Chamber office - $25 per person or $60 for a family. Tickets are also included with any advertising purchase.
Create Arts Studio grand opening set for Saturday, Oct. 1
Stop by the studio from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, to say  hello, check out the
new space and make some really cool art.
* Studio Tours
* Scratch-Foam Printmaking
* Tin Can Robots
* Art Starts
* and of course... yummy treats
*This is a free event that will be fun for the whole family*
Get an update on State of the Community at Oct. 13th luncheon
Everyone in the community is invited to attend the Boyne
 Area Chamber's 7th annual State of the Community luncheon, presented by 4Front Credit Union. This year's event will be held in the Vienna Room at Boyne Mountain Resort from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13. Speakers will be Boyne City Manager Mike Cain, County Commissioner Chris Christensen, School Superintendent Patrick Little and Chamber Executive Director Jim Baumann. Admission is $20, which includes salad, deli sandwich buffet, potato chips, assorted dessert bars, iced tea, coffee, tax and gratuity. Table sponsorship, which include eight seats, table sign and introductions at the event, are available for $210. A crowd of more than 100 business and civic leaders is expected.
RESERVATIONS are required by Oct. 7th and can be made online here. You may also call the Chamber at 231-582-6222 or email jim@boynechamber.com.
Farmers Market continues twice a week in Veterans Park
It's the height of the produce season at the Boyne City  Farmers Market, as tomatoes, sweet corn, melons, peaches, blueberries and numerous other fresh fruits and vegetables are in great abundance right now. The market is open rain or shine in Veterans Park from 8 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
The Boyne City Farmers Market is a program of the Boyne City Main Street / Downtown Development Authority.
The market
is open rain or shine every Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon in Veterans Park.
Freshwater concerts start with Lee Harvey Osmond, Steve Poltz
Freshwater Gallery and Concert Venue has booked two
 great performers to start their concert season - Lee Harvey Osmond on Oct. 15 and Steve Poltz on Nov. 18. Osmond's lead singer is Tom Wilson, who played Freshwater in 2011 as a member of Blackie and the Rodeo Kings. Poltz, who co-wrote Jewel's big hit "You Were Meant For Me," performed here in 2014. Freshwater fans remember both as among the best concerts ever in the local venue. Tickets: (231) 582-2588.
Video of Poltz playing "You Were Meant For Me" at Freshwater.
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Hope you enjoyed our newsletter! We love what we do and love being "Facilitators of Liquid Enjoyment"!
Thanks & Cheers!
The Staff at Boyne Country Provisions and the Wine Emporium & Market
127 & 123 Water St.
231.582.2151
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