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Castiglion del Bosco and Prima Pietra
15 October 2021
9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Castiglion del Bosco, a wine estate located in Montalcino, Siena, Italy, is one of the founding members of Consorzio del vino Brunello di Montalcino (the Brunello di Montalcino Consortium), established in 1967.
With a history dating back to 1100, it recently underwent restoration under new owners, Massimo and Chiara Ferragamo, in 2003. The estate cultivates the Sangiovese grape to produce Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, one of which, the Castiglion del Bosco Brunello di Montalcino 2016, was recently awarded the Decanter 2021 Best in Show with 97 points.
Their line of wines focuses on expressing two local denominations: three interpretations of Brunello and the Rosso di Montalcino. Prima Pietra is the second vineyard of Massimo Ferragamo in Riparbella that cultivates Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. With its first vintage in 2007, Prima Pietra’s shared winemaker, Cecilia Leoneschi, creates a ‘Super Tuscan’ with rich complexity and persistence.
Join us in welcoming them for this special first in-person tasting!
Venue: Gonville Hotel
Venue Website: https://www.gonvillehotel.co.uk/
Description:
Gonville Pl, Cambridge, CB1 1LY. Open Google Maps more…
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Annual Dinner — Southern Rhône
9 March 2020
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Dress code: Black Tie
- Timings: Pre-dinner drinks start at 7pm in the Old Music Room. Dinner will begin in the Wordsworth Room at 7:30pm.
MENU
APERITIF
– Allendorf Riesling Brut 2015 –
STARTER
– Château de Saint Cosme, Le Poste, Côtes du Rhône 2010 –
Pinney’s of Orford Wester Ross Smoked Scottish Salmon
with watercress and rocket leaves tossed in Quinta dos Murcos Estate extra virgin olive oil and unwaxed lemon, hot avocado and buckwheat
OR
Spinach Parcel (v)
with coconut harissa sauce and kale, avocado and pomegranate salad
SECOND
Beetroot Tartare (v)
Finely diced beetroot with sweet balsamic in a ring, topped with avocado cream and herbs, basil oil and beetroot crisps oil
THIRD
– Château de Saint Cosme, Gigondas 2012 –
Terrine of Duck and Pork Shoulder, wrapped in Pastry
with pistachios, rhubarb chutney and dressed salad of oranges, pineapple and endive leaves
OR
Roasted Celeriac (v)
with mung beans, forestiere fricassee and tarragon oil
MAIN
– Château de Beaucastel 2007 –
– Clos des Papes 2007 –
Pan Fried Local Peppered Venison Fillet
with sweet and sour red onions, grand veneur sauce
OR
Spinach, Lentil and Courgette Shepherd’s Pie (v)
topped with creamy potatoes and cheddar gorge cheese and served with braised spiced butter beans
CHEESE
– Domaine du Pegau, Chateauneuf du Pape 2004 –
A careful selection of 3 Artisan Farmhouse British and Irish Cheeses
with peeled celery, grapes, wheat wafers and dessert bowl
Venue: St John's College. Wordsworth room
Address:
Description:
Go up the staircase in the far left corner of First Court to the first floor. map.cam.ac.uk more…
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Hamilton
6 March 2020
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
South Africa
Hamilton Russell Vineyards have set the standard in South African wine for quality and sophistication with their hugely successful Burgundian-style wines.
Produced only from Burgundian Pinot Noir and Chardonnay varieties, their wines are true expressions of the terroir and remain both restrained yet complex. Come join us in welcoming owners Anthony Hamilton Russell and his wife Olive in tasting their wines, which are widely regarded as the best in South Africa and among the best in the New World.
Please note that due to producer availability this tasting is at 11.30am on Friday 6 March.
Venue: Cambridge University Centre Wine Bar
Venue Website: http://www.cucwinebar.org
Address:
Description:
The wine bar is on the Ground floor of the University Center which is by Scudamore punts near Queens’. The entrance to the University Center more…
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Querciabella
2 March 2020
9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
*CANCELLED*
Unfortunately, due to travel restrictions now in place in Italy, the producer will no longer be able to hold this tasting. We hope to arrange an alternative date in the future.
Tuscany, Italy
Querciabella, ‘beautiful oak’ in Italian, responsible for one of the most acclaimed Italian whites, Batàr, and also many Maremma wines, is one of the most innovative wineries in Italy. Sebastiano Castiglioni with South African winemaker Manfred Ing spearheads vegan and biodynamic practices on the estate in Chianti to produce some of the purest expressions of Chianti Classico. Founded in 1974 by Sebastiano’s father, Guiseppe, the Querciabella of today reflects the commitment of father and son to protecting the terroir and traditions of Tuscan wine. We hope you can join us for this exciting tasting!
This event has a very limited number of places available and so will be a balloted event for members only.
Tickets will be restricted to one per member.
Venue: Hughes Hall, Pavilion Room
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Cheese + Wine
19 February 2020
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
We are co-hosting a joint event with the Cambridge University French Society this term. Expect all the fun mingling and amazing wines of one of our drop-ins, but this time, there will be French Society members and French cheese! Yum!
Venue: Cambridge University Centre Wine Bar
Venue Website: http://www.cucwinebar.org
Address:
Description:
The wine bar is on the Ground floor of the University Center which is by Scudamore punts near Queens’. The entrance to the University Center more…
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S.E.R.V.E. Winery
11 February 2020
9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Romania
Located in Southern Romania in the Dealu Mare DOC, S.E.R.V.E., which stands for Societatea Euro Română de Vinuri de Excepţie (The Society for Exceptional Euro-Romanian Wines), is the first independent wine-making company in post-Communist Romania.
Established in 1993 by Count Guy Tyrel de Poix, owner of Domaine Peraldi in Corsica, S.E.R.V.E. was also the first winery in Romania to make a dry rose. They grow many international grape varieties along with some native varieties, including Fetească Neagră, a rather challenging grape to grow (which the Count particularly admired). The winery is now under his wife Mihaela’s direction with Louis Herade de Breuil as winemaker.
Please join us for this special evening!
Venue: Darwin College, Old Library
Address:
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CUWS Drop-in session
9 February 2020
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
CUWS invites you to our Lent term Drop-in with the Cambridge Wine Merchants at the University Centre Wine Bar. Whether you are a connoisseur or just wine-curious this is a great chance to taste some delicious wines from the CWM range, reconnect with old friends and meet new members.
Entry is **£5** online or on the door (cash only) and you can stay as long as you wish!
The wine bar is on the Ground floor of the University Centre which is by Scudamore punts near Queens’. The entrance to the University Centre is close to the Doubletree Hilton hotel. maps.google.com
Once capacity is reached, we will be operating a one in, one out policy. Priority will be given to those who have booked in advance.
Wine List
*10% off all retail prices below with your wine society card
- Deutz Classic Brut NV – £39.99
- Jansz Premium Rosé NV Tasmania – £17.99
- Dom. Gayda Figure Libre Chenin Blanc Pays D’oc 2017 – £17.99
- Kilikanoon Pearce Road Semillon, Clare Valley 2016 – £19.99
- Ch. Rives-Blanques Cuvée Odyssée Chardonnay, Limoux AOC 2018 – £15.99
- Max. Ferd Richter Graacher Domprobst Riesling Kabinett Feinherb 2014 – £16.99
- Ch. La Chapelle D’Espagnet St Emilion Grand Cru 2015 – £17.99
- Gibson Barossa Valley Shiraz 2004 – £19.99
- Luis Canas Rioja Reserva 2014 – £26.99
- Amalaya Gran Corte Malbec/Cabernet Franc 2016 – £16.99
- Roger Sabon Chateauneuf Du Pape Cuvée Reserve 2015 – £32.99
- Disznoko Tokaji Late Harvest 2017 – £15.99
Venue: Cambridge University Centre Wine Bar
Venue Website: http://www.cucwinebar.org
Address:
Description:
The wine bar is on the Ground floor of the University Center which is by Scudamore punts near Queens’. The entrance to the University Center more…
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Ukrainian Wine Tasting
5 February 2020
9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Ukrainian Wines. Have you ever heard anything about them? Ever tried a Telti Kuruk or Odessa Black Grape? First of all, yes, Ukrainian wines do exist! And secondly, they can be absolutely amazing; sparkling, red, white, and even orange. The country offers a little bit of everything, despite the fact that it has only just started its journey into high-quality wines. This evening will be led by Evgeniya Nikolaichuk, the first person to earn DipWSET in Ukraine and a co-owner of a chain of wine bars. She is especially passionate about promoting local wines and offers a treasure trove of information about them. With her, we’ll be tasting six wines of different styles while learning a bit about the history of Ukraine and its wine industry.
Venue: St John's College. Wordsworth room
Address:
Description:
Go up the staircase in the far left corner of First Court to the first floor. map.cam.ac.uk more…
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Thirsty Cambridge
30 January 2020
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
King Street, Cambridge
You’ve probably heard of Thirsty for their craft beer, nightly food trucks, and biergarten, but did you know they also do wine? Join us at their King Street location, Thirsty & Hungry, to sample some of their English wine collection – and perhaps find a new favourite to make use of that CUWS 10% discount! Some super tasty English cheeses will also be provided!
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Dry River
22 January 2020 - 23 January 2020
9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Martinborough, New Zealand
Dry River is one of five wineries in The Martinborough Terrace that help define the unique qualities of this appellation. It was established in 1979 by Dr Neil and Dawn McCallum and was sold to Julien Robertson and Reg Oliver in 2003. However, Neil remained onboard as chief winemaker until his retirement in 2011.
In 2013, Wilco Lam took over as chief winemaker, continuing to build the reputation of one of New Zealand’s most iconic and pioneering wineries, making wines of optimal phenolic ripeness, distinct from many others in New Zealand.
Join us to taste Dry River’s characteristic wines!
Venue: St John's College. Wordsworth room
Address:
Description:
Go up the staircase in the far left corner of First Court to the first floor. map.cam.ac.uk more…