{"id":2626,"date":"2015-05-17T15:39:52","date_gmt":"2015-05-17T15:39:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cbws.eu\/archive\/?p=2626"},"modified":"2015-05-17T15:41:04","modified_gmt":"2015-05-17T15:41:04","slug":"may-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.cbws.eu\/archive\/may-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"Newsletter May 2015"},"content":{"rendered":"

May \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\"Image_001\"<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Dear Members,<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

April Tasting<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

65 members and guests gathered in the Punta Negra Restaurant at the MR Hotel in Denia to taste wines presented by the owner of Bodegas Arr\u00e1ez, Toni Arr\u00e1ez based in Font de la Figuera, in the province of Valencia.\u00a0 Matthew Kane from Casa del Vino J\u00e1vea kindly organised this tasting but could not attend due to commitments at a US wine fair in Miami.\u00a0 Toni Arr\u00e1ez explained that his bodega is celebrating 65 years on May 1st and he is the third generation now managing the bodega. Their philosophy is to develop excellent wines positioned to increase wine consumption and linking top quality innovative wines at attractive prices. \u00a0\u00a0 He presented five wines, two white and three reds.\u00a0 \u00a0A full report can be found on the Society\u2019s web site costablancawinesociety.com<\/span> under \u201cRecent Tastings\u201d.\u00a0 Anyone wishing to purchase these wines can obtain them from Casa del Vino in their new shop premises at Avenida La Fontana 12, J\u00e1vea, where members will enjoy a\u00a0<\/strong>5% discount<\/strong>. They are exceptional value for money!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Wine Trip<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Wine Trip for Galicia leaves on Monday 4th<\/sup> May.\u00a0 A coach will take those participants who wish to use it to Alicante airport, leaving<\/strong> J\u00e1vea (Rafalet car park) at 09.30 and Calpe (Bedding Centre \u2013 Biblos) at 10.00. Please be on time, we cannot afford to wait for anyone. <\/strong>Given that we are flying and would wish to keep baggage weight down, jackets and ties for men are not required, but dress in the evenings is smart casual. Please remember to bring some form of identification, with photo, otherwise you may not be allowed on the aircraft. The hotel will also require it for checking in.<\/span><\/p>\n

May Tasting<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The May tasting will take place at Restaurant Ca La Iaia, Moraira on 21st<\/sup> May and will be a presentation by Bodega Borsao, DO Campo de Borja. This bodega has some excellent wines all rated highly by Peni\u00f1 so I am sure our taste buds will receive a treat!<\/span><\/p>\n

The menu is:<\/span><\/p>\n

APERITIVO<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Blini de Salm\u00f3n Ahumado y Crema de Queso<\/span><\/p>\n

STARTERS<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Jam\u00f3n Ib\u00e9rico de Bellota con Foie de Pato<\/span><\/p>\n

Sardina Ahumada sobre fondo de Tomate<\/span><\/p>\n

Brandada y Tempura de Bacalao<\/span><\/p>\n

Sorbete<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

PLATO PRINCIPAL \u2013 To Choose<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Pluma de Cerdo Ib\u00e9rico de Bellota con dos Salsas<\/span><\/p>\n

o<\/span><\/p>\n

Ravioli de Pescado con Salsa de Cava<\/span><\/p>\n

POSTRE<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Tarta Casera de Whisky<\/span><\/p>\n

The cost is 30\u20ac for members and 35\u20ac for guests<\/span><\/p>\n

We look forward to seeing you on the night but would recommend that reservations are made in good time, since the capacity has been reduced, to 64 members and guests, in response to requests from various members. In fact our last tasting here worked very well with the new table layout.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dress Code<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Members are reminded that the dress code for tastings in the winter is jacket preferably with a tie and in summer, smart casual and no shorts.<\/span><\/p>\n

Reservations and Choice of Main Course<\/span>, please to: SANDY FAWLE \u00a0 Tel.\u00a0 9666461088\u00a0 or email sandyfawle@gmail.com<\/a> <\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Reservations no later than the deadline 12.00 noon on Monday 18th<\/sup> May<\/em><\/strong>, cancellations and no shows after the deadline are liable for payment<\/span>. Sandy will always confirm your booking. If you do not receive confirmation from Sandy then you are not booked in.\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

LATE CANCELLATIONS AFTER THE MONDAY DEADLINE<\/span> TO SANDY FAWLE Tel: 96646 1088 or Sandy\u2019s email address ONLY AND NOT<\/span> DIRECTLY TO THE RESTAURANT. <\/strong>Places will be allocated by a draw from the bag. Therefore there is no need for early arrival to secure your places.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

THE DOORS WILL OPEN AT 19.30<\/span><\/strong>. \u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>This will allow the committee to arrange seating and tables.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Unfortunately I will not be attending this month due to a commitment in the UK so our Vice President John Sloggie will be hosting this interesting tasting.<\/span><\/p>\n

I am sure everyone will have a most enjoyable evening!<\/span><\/p>\n

Best Wishes<\/span><\/p>\n

Tim Fawle<\/span><\/p>\n

President<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

May \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0 Dear Members, April Tasting 65 members and guests gathered in the Punta Negra Restaurant at the…<\/p>\n

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