Oct. 21 Newsletter

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You're receiving this newsletter because you provided Campus Fine Wines with your email address. If you do not wish to receive this newsletter, you may scroll to the bottom to unsubscribe.  View this email in your browser   REGULAR HOURS: SUNDAY: NOON - 6PM MONDAY - SATURDAY: 11AM - 9PM JOIN OUR MONTHLY WINE CLUB! Scroll down for details November is right around the corner, which doesn't seem possible... but does seem a little terrifying given the teetering state of, ah, everything? So let's just get right to what's new & what's happening in the shop––our little universe, as it were :-) ROSÉ IS NOW 20% OFF! Until it's gone. Excludes sparkling, boxes, & Blue-Tags. Use discount code ROSÉ20 WINE TASTING TONIGHT 5PM-7PM This evening's line up is pretty much all bang-for-your-buck, including two under $15 Italians, an under $30 Chablis, and a $20ish Italian liter, which has many fans already, but we decided to crack one open anyway. Tombacco began as a fruit farming business in the 19th century. In 1919 they began cultivating vineyards, and then built a winery and made wine from their own fruit. Over the decades they have purchased other vineyards, and make wine throughout Italy. Their approach is traditional, and the wines are balanced, true to place, and very affordable. Rinomata Cantina Tombacco Pecorino Terre de Chieti 2021 $13.99 Pecorino makes a lemony, mineral or herbal driven dry white wine though this example, from Abruzzo just south of Marche, has a plush impression not typical of the variety offering a golden color, tropical aromas and flavors with a complex spicy finish. A cool fermentation in temperature controlled tank captures primary characteristics of lemon zest, red grapefruit, and mango skin. Post fermentation lees aging brings texture and spice complexity. Rinomata Cantina Tombacco Biferno Rosso Riserva 2018 $13.99 80% Montepulciano and 20% Aglianico from Molise province of Campobasso sandwiched between Abruzzo and Campagnia. After a traditional red fermentation the wine is aged in tank for 36 months prior to blending. The resulting wine has a deep ruby color, aromas and flavors of cherry, plum, and vanilla with velvety tannins. Tombacco is certified organic and vegan. Christophe Patrice Chablis 2021$27.99 After learning at the side of his father and uncle, Christope Patrice branched off by acquiring his own 5 hectare of vineyards in the Yonne during 1996. By 2013 he’d gained more vineyards until his estate holdings amounted to 22 hectares at the age of 45. This Chablis (always 100% Chardonnay) is grown at low density plantings on limestone soils giving a wine with minerality, vivid fruit, and refreshing acidity. Unlitro Roccatederighi Toscana 2021 1Liter $21.99 Elisabetta Foradori took over the grape growing and winemaking duties at the family estate in Trentino, Italy, when her father died young in 1985. Since then she has transformed the estate from the ground up, converting to biodynamic viticulture and bringing the region back to valuing quality over quantity. When the website Corkbuzz asked her back in March what her 10-year goals were, this was her answer: “To create an independent agricultural union. To help ease my children into adulthood. To have a garden that can feed all those that come to visit. To be aware and happy every day.” Ampeleia started in 2002 as a collaboration between Elisabetta Foradori and a couple of friends. They saw the potential of the mineral-rich hills of Colline Metallifere in Maremma for making transparent, gentle wines, that are true to place. Farming is biodynamic. There are now many more friends involved. Unlitro is produced from a blend of Grenache, Carignano, Mourvèdre, Sangiovese and Alicante Bouschet grapes grown close to the sea at 200-350m elevation. Native fermentation is followed by 2-3 days post-fermentation maceration to soften the tannins. The wine is then racked off its skins to concrete tank where it rests for 6 months before bottling with minimal S02. The result is an inviting aromatic red with exuberant red fruit flavors along with balsamic and spice notes.  We got a bunch of new stuff but only have time to mention a few Very limited Keller: Keller Riesling Trocken Von der Fels 2021 $49.99 Vom Muscheligen Kalk 2021$38.99 Riesling Limestone 2021 $31.99 Gruner Sylvaner 2021 $35.99 Welcome fall with this organic orange wine from Bordeax: Vincent Lacoste "Orange" Semillon 2021 $19.99 This is a delicately spicy, herbal, autumnal wine with citrus oil notes and a mouth-watering, saline finish. And a cute label to boot. And lastly in the quick mentions: We're really digging the Precedent wines lately. Yup, we do occasionally get into domestic wines too! These are just lovely, expressive, and understated––from some serious vineyard sites. We currently have three for sale, but more on order...we're thinking Thanksgiving...even though it seems too soon! Precedent Evangelho Vineyard Zinfandel Contra Costa County 2018 $34.99 Precedent Kirschenmann Vineyard Zinfandel Mokelumne River 2018  $38.99 Precedent Massa Vineyard Carmel Valley Chenin Blanc 2019$26.99 Ok, now we are legit out of time. Swing by for a tasting if you can make it. Cheers to decent humans! SATURDAY BEER TASTING IN THE SHOP 4PM-6PM WHALERSIS POURING First beer tasting since the pandemic started... We were in Wine Enthusiast as one of the Best Wine Shops in the U.S.; According to Pros! That's crazy talk, but we'll accept it.   MONTHLY WINE CLUB Join our Monthly Wine Club! We now have two tiers, $50 and $100. $50 club features two curated wines per month. $100 club includes three to four selections per month. Each tier will come with producer notes, pairing suggestions, and/or recipes. Price includes delivery within RI, which will be scheduled the second week of each month, Tuesday through Saturday, depending upon location. In-store pick-up is also an option. Pictured above is the March club, all from the Wine Traditions portfolio. We specialize in, and feature Rhode Island's largest selection of, organic, natural and small-production wine and grower-Champagne, as well as numerous spirits, sakes, and craft beers, ranging in price from the everyday to the special occasion.  Gift cards available in any amount.  12% discounts on a case of wine, mixed or otherwise. Our Blue Tag section is  buy one/get one half off – everyday. Check out our Staff Picks! Join our rewards program!   WE ARE OPEN FOR INDOOR SHOPPING BUT feel free to still order through oure-comm if you are more comfortable that way, or you may also call 401-621-9650 (don't leave a message) or email shop @ campusfinewines.com. We offer statewide delivery Tuesday through Saturday with a $50 minimum order; Providence and immediate surrounding areas can be same day depending on time received, next delivery day for all other areas. Also: we have two air purifiers going full time at the shop (front and back), we keep our front door open as much as we can, we have fans blowing air out the door, and we have an exhaust fan running in back. We're in Wine Enthusiast ! Twice! It's a really great article on natural wine shops and we never won't be excited to be included in it. 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