Editorial Notes
Welcome to our November 2016 newsletter. A lot has happened since I last wrote, we finally opened our new premises in High Point, NC, which will serve as our U.S operations base, show rooms and event space.
I am pleased to welcome two new staff members, Warehouse Manager Chris Rispoli and Jerry Leeman who heads up NC coastal sales.
We kicked off our soft opening in partnership with Belgian furniture manufacturers BuzziSpace during High Point's October 'Fall" market and joint-hosted a party event for the Association of Interior Designers (ASID) which was a lot of fun. We are open by appointment only so feel free to call me on the number below if you'd like to stop by our showrooms. My thanks to all those who helped prepare and furnish our building.
SIGNED RELEASES FOR THE HOLIDAYS
A recent visit to our premises by winemaker Wynand Grobler saw him sign several bottles of The Bridge, which is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon made using old bush vines, each 2014 vintage bottle individually numbered and labelled with a maximum of 2700 made; and our 'Road to Santiago' Natural Ferment Semillon, also a 2014 vintage. Each one of these comes in its own wooden box. The Semillon is made using 111 year old vines and our winemaker, Wynand Grobler managed to produce 840 bottles of this stunning and critically acclaimed wine. He also signed some of our delicious Paulina's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon which comes in a limited edition black tube. All three of these wines will make amazing gifts for you or friends during the holiday season.
For stockists and restaurants check our website which is kept up to date with new listings. www.ricketybridgewineryusa.com and click on the 'Purchase' tab.
PUBLIC TASTING APPEARANCES
I will be conducting public events featuring our wines at the following venues in the remainder November and December:
NOVEMBER
NOV 16 - Arthur's Wine Shop, Charlotte, 6-7:30pm
NOV 17 - Rioja! Wine Bar, Greensboro, 6-8pm-
NOV 19 - Arthur's Wine Shop, Charlotte, 12-2pm
NOV 19 - Tasting Room, Greensboro, 6-8pm
NOV 29 - Wine Merchants, Winston-Salem, 5pm-
DECEMBER
DEC 2 - Uncorked, Raleigh, 5pm-
DEC 7 - Bond Street Wines, Charlotte, 5-7pm
DEC 8 - Wine Merchants, Winston-Salem, 6-9pm
DEC 10 - CRU Wine & Beer, Greensboro, 4-7pm
DEC 13 - Cravin' Wine, New Bern, 5-8pm
DEC 15 - Wine Merchants, Winston-Salem, 5:30-
DEC 16 - Salisbury Wine Shop, Salisbury, 5:30-
DEC 17 - Arthur's Wine Shop, Charlotte, 1-3:30
These events support some talented local businesses and offer a great way to get to know how we make our wines, learn about our storied history as a winery in South Africa, and enjoy some wonderfully crafted food pairings. More events may be added so please be sure to check our Facebook page (Rickety Bridge Winery USA) for updates.
THANKSGIVING WINE PAIRING IDEAS
J.DE TELMONT GRANDE RESERVE N.V CHAMPAGNE
This delicious Cuvee pairs amazingly well with a traditional roasted turkey and trimmings, and is equally 'at home' with roasted oysters.
A balanced blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay, Telmont's Grand Reserve is a beautifully delicate wine that oozes class and distinction, at an affordable price.
RICKETY BRIDGE FOUNDATION STONE RED BLEND 2014
Our versatile Rhone style Shiraz based blend works as well with traditional fare such as pork, turkey and bacon dishes. The wine is a blend of Shiraz, Mourvedre, Grenache, Cinsault and Tannat, providing the perfect balance and smoothness, with no harsh edges.
Both wines are available from most Rickety Bridge retailers (see 'stockists' tab on our website), www.ricketybridgewineryusa.com and if you're located outside of North Carolina we can ship via one of our retailers.
