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Volume #55: January 2010 |
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| Wine Enthusiast Scores | |
| Wine Enthusiast Magazine continues to appreciate our Syrahs. We've just been informed that the publication awarded our 2007 Black Ridge Syrah a rating of 90 points, and our 2007 Madden Ranch Syrah a rating of 93 points. We enjoy producing Syrah from two different appellations, one being from a warmer climate (Madden Ranch) and one being from a cooler, coastal climate (Black Ridge Vineyard). It is especially interesting to taste these wines side by side to show what climate and terroir does to differentiate wines that are produced in similar manners with the same grape variety. Visit us at our Tasting Room to taste and purchase these wines, or order online. | |
| New Release - 2006 Choreography, Napa Valley Cabernet Blend | |
| Our 2006 Choreography, Napa Valley Cabernet Blend is now available. This wine will be the next shipment for our Wine Club members, and we will have a Wine Club Pickup Party on Saturday, February 13th. For this event, Choreography will be paired with a variety of chocolates, a perfect match for Valentine's Day. Choreography is a blend of four classic Bordeaux varietals – 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot. Click here to place your order, or visit us at our Tasting Room to be one of the first people to try this delicious wine. |  |
| 2010 Olympic Winter Games | |
| In a few short weeks, from February 12th through February 28th, the Olympic Winter Games will take place in Vancouver. While Peggy will not be commentating on air, she will be on hand for many of the festivities. Peggy had this to say about her Olympic experiences: "I represented the United States in two Olympic Winter Games. Both experiences challenged me to rise and meet the extraordinary responsibilities of competing against the world's best skaters for the Olympic Gold Medal. I placed 6th in my first Olympics, and then four years later was proud to stand at the top of the podium and see the American flag raised after finishing my performance in Grenoble, France. The lessons learned then have guided me ever since. While not everyone can compete in the Olympics, we all can draw on our own personal experiences in helping us reach our goals and overcome challenges." |  |
| Valentine's Day | |
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Valentine's Day is right around the corner! We have thoughtful gifts for your sweetheart that fit every budget. Consider our two favorite
wines for this memorable day - 2008 Jenkins Vineyard Chardonnay from Greg and Peggy's home vineyard or the 2006 Choreography from Napa
Valley. Both wines can help you choreograph your candle-lit dinner or can be enjoyed while snuggling by the fire on February 14th.
Please visit our Tasting Room so our staff can help you find the right gift, or click here to visit our online shopping page or to download our order form. |
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| Upcoming Events | |
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Saturday, January 30th, 4:30 – 6:30 pm - Wine Club Skating Party at Sharks Ice in San Jose - Join Greg, Peggy and the FJ team at
our first Ice Skating Party! We have reserved a private ice surface for our Wine Club members at Sharks Ice in San Jose. This is the
perfect event to celebrate the upcoming Winter Olympics! Skating coaches will be on the ice to help everyone learn to skate. When you're
ready for a break, we will have hot cocoa and cookies at rinkside. All ages are welcome! Tickets are $18 each in advance and include
skate rental. Please note that due to the athletic nature of this event, we will not be serving wine. To reserve your tickets or receive
information on joining our Wine Club, please visit
the Tasting Room, call us at (408) 358-4949 or email us at info@flemingjenkins.com.
Saturday, February 13th - 12 noon to 3 pm at our Tasting Room - Wine Club Members can receive their latest shipment, the 2006 Choreography, Napa Valley Cabernet Blend at our Wine Club Pickup Party. Just in time for Valentine's Day, we will be featuring various chocolates to go along with this latest Wine Club shipment. For more information on joining our Wine Club, please click here. |
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| Best Regards, | |
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Greg & Peggy
and the Fleming Jenkins Team | |