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'Remember our Presidents' Wine & Food Tasting

Please join Angelini Wine and Waterford Wine and Spirits

at the ’Remember our Presidents’ Wine Dinner to benefit the Eastern CT AAA Lions Club

When:  Feb 21, 2014 ◊ 6:00pm -9:00pm ◊ $25 Donation

Where:  The Clarion Inn ◊ 269 North Frontage Road ◊ New London, CT 06320 in New London, CT

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Come celebrate President’s Day with a 6 course sampling of specialty Outback Steakhouse food selections coupled with matching choice wines!

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Carpenѐ Malvolti Proscco NV -Made from 100% Prosecco di Conegliano grapes. Compared to true champagnes, it’s softer without the dryness, and less acidic. An alluring bouquet of aromatic fruit and fine beaded effervescence.

Palagetto Vernaccia “Santa Chiara” 2012 -A fresh Vernaccia with nicely dosed aromas of stone fruit, pear and honey. It’s an easy light-bodied wine that goes well with fresh light foods.

Piazzo Moscato d’Asti 2012 -Made from grapes of great richness, Floral bouquet of tropical fruit. This fresh sweet taste of peach and honey explodes in the mouth yet finishes clean and refreshing. Perfect dessert bubbly!

Apaltagua Carmenere Riserva 2013  -A classic Bordeaux grape. Ripe plum aromas with spice notes. Brambly dark fruit flavors with hints of tobacco, toasty vanilla, dark chocolate and jalapeno. Full-bodied, with smooth tannins.

Vignedileo Sangiovese 2011 - A bouquet of plum and spices. On the palate, well balanced with layers of blackberry jam. Ideal with grilled meats, pork, and pasta dishes.

Dalliance Lake County Red 2011 -A stylish A robust blend of red varietals, has a ripe cherry and vanilla oak aromas. Flavors of blackberry and cinnamon spice with elegant, rich, soft tannins. Nice balance with a lush finish.

Hand selected wines will be paired with Outback Steakhouse favorites including:  Buttermilk Fried Shrimp, Classic Seasoned and Seared Filet, Wood Fire Grilled Sirloin, Caesar Salad, Grilled Chicken on the Barbie and Carrot Cake Pops for dessert.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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