MAY 2018 As the oldest winery in the state of Michigan, St Here at St. Julian, we don t choose wines by the calendar. Sparkling isn t just for New Year s, crisp whites can hit the spot with holiday turkey and big hardy reds are amazing with a summer BBQ. While choosing what to drink is very personal, we think you ll agree that after a long Michigan winter, we are ready to enjoy some lighter style wines. For May, we have new release wines of every color that are perfect for the spring season. Rosé wines instantly come to mind when you think of warmer weather. They are light and refreshing with racy acidity and vibrant fruit. Fans of the sweet rosé wine will be happy to see this easy drinker back for May. We also have a new from our Mountain Road Estate Vineyard that is perfect for lovers of crisp, refreshing porch pounders as we lovingly call them. Spring is the perfect time for crisp, aromatic whites like the newest vintage of the. New to us last year, this wine won top awards from wine professionals and top praise from members. This year s vintage will not disappoint with its crazy pop of acidity and bright tropical flavors. You can also wake up your palate from the colder months with the new vintage of and the first time bottling of our! Both of these wines are elegant and graceful with snappy acidity. We can t decide which we like best so we will just have to get one of each! Sweet wine lovers, we have the return of to tantilize your senses. Infused with Pure Michigan honey, it screams spring! Late Harvest wine fans, you have two new sweet wines to try; the new vintage of the and the first ever. Tropical sweet, yet with a hint of acidity, these wines will refresh your taste buds! Let s not forget the reds! Warmer weather has us thinking of burgers on the grill. We are thrilled with our first ever. This dry beauty starts off earthy and then reveals bright fruit flavors that are lively. We are loving this wine!
SPOTLIGHT ON: 2016 BR TEMPRAÑILLO In our quest to introduce you to new and exciting varietals, we proudly present our first ever bottling of the Braganini Reserve Temprañillo. This grape has been grown in Spain for the last 2,000 years and is relatively new the United States. Grown for St. Julian by Mike Nitz in Baroda, our Temprañillo (pronounced temp-rah-nee-yo) is loving the growing conditions found in Southwest Michigan. Similar to the region of Rioja, Spain, the Lake Michigan Shore Appellation has a dramatic temperature swing between warm days and cool nights. This is called a diurnal shift and creates a beautiful acidity in the grapes. Tempranillo is not especially deep in color because it doesn t have very thick skins. In terms of body and color, it s in between a Pinot Noir and Syrah. Aged in French oak barrels for 12 months, the 2016 Braganini Reserve Temprañillo is packed with an almost savory flavor, created by notes of cherry, tomato jam, spice, peppered grilled berries and tobacco. The acidity keeps the wine fresh and interesting on the palate, making it a great match with a variety of foods. Roasted vegetables, cured meats, pizza, BBQ and burgers all taste amazing with Temprañillo s savory flavors. Chewy with big tannins, yet delicate on the finish, fans of Chambourcin and Pinot Noir will love this wine. Temprañillo is frequently used in the making of traditional Spanish Sangria. For a refreshing summer variation, add ¼ cup A & G Brandy, 2 tbsp. lime juice and 2 tbsp. orange juice to the wine. Pour over ice, top with Sparkling Sweet Nancie and garnish with limes, oranges and cherries. BELLA BEE At St. Julian, we pride ourselves on creating not only beautiful single varietal wines, but fun and exclusive blended wines; like fan favorite Bella Bee. Named for St. Julian President John Braganini s daughter, Isabella (Bella Bee), this sweet white has been one of the most requested wines to have brought back by Wine Club Members. Bella Bee starts with a blend of three white wines; Vidal Blanc, Seyval and Cayuga. Blending different wines together allows us to craft unique wines of wonderful balance and harmony. Vidal Blanc lends fruity aromas and sweet flavors of citrus and pineapple and gives a great acidity to balance with the sweetness. Sevyal adds citrus and a touch of minerality. Cayuga gives the blend structure and flavors of stone fruit; almost like a Riesling. Then the fun begins! Pure Michigan honey from Christensen Family Apiaries out of White Pigeon is added to the blend. Imagine trying to incorporate raw honey into a liquid not easy! It takes over 1 pound of honey per 1 gallon of wine to make this complex and distinctively delicious wine. At 8.5% Residual Sugar, Bella Bee has hints of peach blossom, dried apricot and honeycomb balanced with some acidity on the finish. This wine is will go perfect with a creamy spring pasta or your fried chicken picnic. For a twist on enjoying this wine, try it mixed with some peach tea over ice. It s the ultimate way to sit on the porch and welcome in spring!
Ask Winemaker Nancie s In warmer weather, I like to drink my wines ice cold. I was told this is not a good thing to do. Is that true? Jessica in Cheboygan, MI When the weather turns warmer, many of us love a nice cold glass of white or rose wine, myself included! There is something about an ice cold glass of wine that is so fundamentally pleasing to the eye. The problem is that the other senses might be missing out if your wine is too cold. Serving wine too cold can mute the aromas and flavors. The cold might make it go down easy, but it will be a very different wine than if it was less chilled. The perfect temperature for your wine is a matter of individual taste, but generally speaking, white and rose wines should be served between 40 to 50 degrees. This will preserve their freshness and fruitiness. The best way to get one of these wines at the perfect temperature is to place it in the fridge immediately after bringing it home and leaving it in the fridge for several hours. If you want to enjoy it sooner, place it in the freezer for 30 minutes before drinking, or add some frozen grapes to your glass for 5 minutes. This will put the wine right in that sweet spot temperature wise where the flavors and aromas are at their peak! When it comes to your favorite sparkling wines, ice cold is the way to go (between 41-45 degrees). This will keep the bubbles fine and light, rather than foamy; while, keeping the fresh citrus notes and acidity. The bottom line is the ideal temperature for you is a matter of personal taste. Try the same wine ice cold and slightly chilled. Which do you prefer? That s what s most important! Try the same wine ice cold and slightly chilled. Which do you prefer? Members of St. Julian Join Winemaker Nancie Oxley on a Wine Club member exclusive trip of Tuscany, Italy! Discover for yourself the sprawling vineyards and Italian wine making styles that St. Julian was founded upon. Explore charming medieval hill towns, partake in Tuscan cooking classes, relax in the countryside and explore the many cultural treasures of the region. Savor some of Nancie s favorite local wines and cuisine, while getting a unique and personalized perspective from YOUR winemaker. This is Tuscany as you always imagined it! Space is limited and filling quickly! APRIL 27- MAY 5, 2019 Connect with us on Facebook Instagram #stjulianwinery Twitter wineclub@stjulian.com
SPRING more beautiful. Share CLEANING your story atnews Glass CRAZE NEW RENOVATIONS IN PAW PAW In 1934, St. Julian Founder Mariano Meconi moved his winery from Detroit to its current location in Paw Paw in order to be in the heart of Michigan s premier fruit growing region. The winery is housed in what was once an old ice house, originally built in the late 1800 s and has a tremendous amount of history and tradition. As you can imagine, a building with this much character needs some updating and sprucing up from time to time. Well it s time! In addition to major improvements in the wine cellar, our Paw Paw tasting room and Apollo Event Space are being transformed into areas that invite you to easily enjoy your wine experience. Whether you are coming in to grab your favorite wine for dinner, experience a guided tasting with one of our wine consultants, enjoy sunshine on the patio or sit in front of the relaxing fireplace at one of our events, your visit will be top notch- just like our wine! Look for exciting updates at all St. Julian locations! GOOD WINE, GOOD WELCOME, CAN MAKE GOOD PEOPLE. ~WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE NEW LOCATIONS NEW TASTING ROOM IN TROY & ROCKFORD St. Julian is excited to have two new retail locations in the works for 2018. The first will be opening this June in Troy. You can find us near the Oakland Mall at the northwest corner of the intersection of 14 Mile Road and John R. Road; adjacent to 1-75. This is an awesome location to come taste and grab your favorite wines when you are on the east side of Michigan! Wine Club members will be able to also pick up their quarterly shipments in Troy starting in August. Please contact the Wine Club to make this change to your account! Our second location is under construction and will be opened later this year. It will be located at 4425 14 Mile Road NE in Rockford, north of Grand Rapids. It will be sharing a space with the new Pizzeria by Flo s. Look for information on grand opening celebrations at both locations soon! SHIPPING ISSUES SOLVED OPTIONS FOR WINE DELIVERY Having delicious St. Julian wines sent directly to your door is a dream come true! As long as you keep in mind that Federal law requires an adult signature on all shipped wines upon delivery. Here are some suggestions for getting your wines into your glass! 1.When at all possible, we suggest shipping to a business address. 98% of shipments sent to businesses are received on time the first time! 2. Send your wines directly to a UPS Store or FedEx Ship Center near you. They will sign for your wines and hold it for 3-5 business days. That way you can pick it up! 3. Walgreen s is now in conjunction with FedEx! You can have your wines shipped directly to the Walgreen s nearest you to pick up on your way home. Please call your Walgreen s first to make sure they are participating. 4. The shipper will attempt to deliver the package 3 times. You can contact them to make special delivery arrangements. Try FedEx Delivery Manager or UPS My Choice. Also, if you know you will not be home, just contact us and we would be happy to hold your shipment until your return. Our goal is to get your wines into your hands in a timely and pain-free manner; thus, we have chosen only to pass along what the carriers charge us. St. Julian has some of the best shipping rates and as members, you do get a shipping discount! And with our flat rate shipping, you can take advantage of getting the most wine for your shipping dollars! To further discuss shipping solutions, please give the Wine Club office a call.
Please visit www.stjulian.com/events for more details & to RSVP & purchase tickets. CINCO de MAYO May 5 th in Paw Paw Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with frozen sangria slushies and a tank sample of our new Blue Agave Spirit! Taco Bar included. $15 SUMMER SANGRIAS June 20 th @ 5:30 What better way to enjoy the fresh fruits and of the season than in a refreshing sangria! Come learn the history of this popular drink and try a couple versions. Then have fun creating your own Sangria flavor combination. Fruit has never been so fun! DRY RED BLEND EVENT May 27 th in Paw Paw Join Winemaker Nancie in the cellar for a barrel tasting of wines made using the cap drain process. Enjoy smaill bites paired with each barrel tasting as you get a sneak peak of the 2017 vintage of dry red wines! RSVP required. $30 per person/ $25 per member Wine Club 101 Wine Club members are invited to join us for free Exclusive Guided Tastings held in each tasting room. Taste and learn about the wines you love in a fun and relaxed setting. Each month will focus on a different topic. 2 people per membership. RSVP to the tasting room you wish to attend to reserve your spot. Walk-ins welcomed if space permits. WHAT S IN THE GLASS July 18th @ 5:30 pm What s in the Glass: SUMMER EDITION! Back by popular demand, join us for our fun learning game where you try to figure out which wine is in your glass. Using various flavors and aromas, use your deductive reasoning to decide which wine is in which glass. WINE CLUB POKER RUN PARTY May 12 th in Dundee Members and up to 4 guests are invited to our exclusive pick up party. Sample the newly released wines and small bite pairings. Play along with the poker run and collect cards to be entered in a raffle for prizes! $5 per peson in advance. RSVP required. MOMosas FOR MOM May 13 th at all locations Celebrate mom with our Mimosa bar. CASE SALE WEEKEND June 1 st - 3 rd at all locations Members receive 25% off mix & match cases for pick up or on shipping orders. PAW PAW PATIO PARTY June 10 th in Paw Paw Come enjoy being outside on the patio while dining on 3 small plates prepared by Feed The World Café. Each dish is paired with your choice of a dry or sweet wine option. RSVP required LAKE MICHIGAN SHORE WINE FEST June 16 th Warren Dunes Join us with the other Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail wineries for a great day at the beach! Food trucks, live musc and delicious Michigan wine, cider and beer. Tickets are $10 in advance and available at www.stjulian.com/events SUMMER SMALL PLATES w/ THE WINEMAKER June 23 rd in Frankenmuth St. Julian teams up with Frankenmuth favorite Prost Resturant. Enjoy 5 small plates each pairied with a summer wine and the opportunity to have dinner with Winemaker Nancie Oxley. RSVP required.
2017 BR LATE HARVEST RIESLING PORK TACOS Smoky and salty Pork Tacos, made with fresh tropical toppings are the perfect match for Riesling. This Late Harvest Riesling has notes of grapefruit, lime and apricot with a sweetness that will balance with the spicy salsa. 3 pounds pork shoulder Avocado Sauce 2 ½ tsp salt ¼ cup sour cream ¾ tsp onion powder avocado ¾ tsp garlic powder juice from ½ lime 1 tsp dried oregano pinch of salt 1 ½ tsp chili powder ¼ tsp cumin ¼ tsp paprika Mix and rub on pork. Add olive oil to bottom of slow cooker and put in pork. Cook on low for 8 hrs. Shred pork. Add all sauce ingredients to food processor and pulse until smooth. Assemble tacos with corn tortillas, pork, salsa, avocado cream, fresh avocado, pickled onions, cilantro, and lime. 2017 BR TEMPRAÑILLO BEEF TACOS The wine s smooth flavors of cherry and raspberry, with its great acidity and earthiness are a knockout with hearty, meaty tacos. The boldness of the meat, matches the body and tannins of the wine. 3 pounds chuck roast flour or corn tortillas 1 ½ tbsp olive oil diced avocados 14 oz beef broth pico de gallo or 1 ½ tbsp chili powder green pico de gallo ½ tbsp cumin fresh lime ½ tsp onion powder shredded Monterey jack Juice of 1 lime cilantro Season beef with salt and pepper and sear in a pot until browned on both sides. Transfer to a slow cooker. Pour beef broth over roast. Sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, onion and garlic powder. Cover and cook over low heat for 8 hours. Remove from cooker and shred (removing fat). Add lime juice to meat and stir Then build your tacos with your choice of toppings! WHAT WE ARE DRINKING IN VINEYARD SELECT 2017 BR Grüner Veltliner 2016 BR Temprañillo 2017 BR Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2017 BR Estate Cab Sauv Rose 2017 BR Viognier 2016 BR Chambourcin PERFECTLY PAIRED 2017 BR Grüner Veltliner 2017 BR Late Harvest Riesling 2016 BR Temprañillo Bella Bee 2017 BR Estate Cab Sauv Rose Flirt SWEETER HARVEST 2017 BR Late Harvest Riesling Bella Bee Flirt Blackberry Wine 2017 BR Late Harvest Vignoles Bella Bee VINEYARD SELECT RED 2016 BR Temprañillo 2016 BR Chambourcin 2014 BR Chancellor (library) Founder s Red 2011 BR Cabernet Franc (library) 2016 BR Temprañillo PERFECTLY PAIRED WHITE 2017 BR Grüner Veltliner 2017 BR Late Harvest Riesling 2017 BR Estate Sauvignon Blanc Bella Bee 2017 BR Viognier 2017 BR Late Harvest Vignoles Read about a wine you didn t receive? Wine Club members have access to any wine, in any shipment, if available. Call to check availability @ 800.732.6002 ext 785. Seasons change and so do our tastes. If you see a club that looks more tempting, call now to change before August s shipment! 800.732.6002 ext. 785 wineclub@stjulian.com