Robert Parker’s rating system employs a 50-100 point quality scale. It is my belief that the various twenty (20) point rating systems do not provide enough flexibility and often result in compressed and inflated wine ratings. The Wine Advocate takes a hard, very critical look at wine, since I would prefer to underestimate the wine’s quality than to overestimate it. The numerical ratings are utilized only to enhance and complement the thorough tasting notes, which are my primary means of communicating my judgments to you.

NEW FROM WACHUSETTS BREWING: GREEN MONSTER ALE… A BIG PALE ALE. NOW AVAILABLE IN LIMITED SUPPLY AT STAN’S.

Visit Wachusett Brewing for more info:   http://www.wachusettbrew.com/beers_green_monsta.htm

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“Hebrew Kosher Microbrew”

Why is this beer different from all other beers? “In the beginning there was an idea, and it was a good one. A Gourmet Kosher Microbrew to celebrate the bounty of our own American land of milk and honey. Our first creation is Genesis Ale, a rich, smooth, and distinctive light brown ale. A smidgen of Middle East, a dash of American West… Then we tasted it, and it was very good. After 5000 years of civiliation, finally a microbrew with chutzpah to call itself The Choosen Beer. From the Golden Gate to the City of gold, may HEBREW join in the blessings of our lives… To Life! L’Chaim. Jerry Cohen, Creator

read more about Shmaltz Brewing at: http://www.shmaltz.com/

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Acme IPA    88 Point Rated

Visit the North Coast Brewing Co. for additional information:

               http://www.northcoastbrewing.com/beer-AcmeIPA.htm

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“A Taste of Tuscany”

“A Taste of Tuscany”

The sound of Tuscany, the feel of Tuscany, “A Taste of Tuscany”.

A selection of six wines from the Tuscan, and other regions of Italy, was selected for the tasting by wine purveyor Connie Milusich of Stan’s Liquors.  Tuscany, on the rolling hillsides between Siena and FlorenceItaly, the region that caps between Genoa and Rome, is considered the heartland of the nation.

In addition to enjoying a taste of Italian wines, attendees enjoyed a bountiful array of Italian cheeses and hor d’oeuvres, which were prepared and presented by Currier and Chives Catering. A local classical ensemble provided background music during the event.

Each guest received a free commemorative red wine glass when entering the tent, and a gift basket featuring a bottle of wine brought over from Tuscany was won by one of the guests.

Big thanks to all who participated and particularly the board members: Linda Lee, Cindy Jack, Carla Rabinowitz, Beth Gospoderek, Steve Buxton, Peter Gagliardi, Roy Lake, JoAnn Lake, Debbie Biechele, Linda Cotter, Hutchinson Curtis, Kathy Smith, Jean Shaughnessy, Pat Roix, and Ken Vaidulas.  

WINE TASTING – Connie Milusich, of Stan’s Liquors, displays a bottle of Italian wine which will be among the six varieties to be sampled at the Athol-Royalston Education Foundation’s gala “Taste of Tuscany” event on June 12th. Tickets may be obtained at Stan’s Liquors or from AREF board members.  Proceeds from the event will benefit grants for educations programs for the children in the Athol and Royalston schools,.