Thursday 17th November

Well it’s that time of year again, our annual xmas tasting takes place on Thursday 17th November from 6pm – 9pm, followed by a 2 course supper for those who want to continue the evening.   Regulars will know that this event is very informal and with around 80 – 100 wines, spirits and liqueurs  to taste,  a great night is guaranteed.   This event allows you to taste as many of the wines etc. as you wish to and at your own pace.   Just don’t forget to book the taxi home!
This event always sells out quickly so with places limited don’t leave it too late to book your place.  Tickets can be purchased through the shop.  
Wine Tasting £10/person   Supper£15/person.

Barrica

Jean Bousquet Malbec from Argentina. A fantastic wine and one of our best selling reds at Barrica. Smooth and fruity with gentle tannins and a long finish – and it’s organic! Normally £9.95 – get into Barrica this week and buy it for £8.50 while stocks last – if you mention this blog!

Clitheroe Food Festival

We had a great day at Clitheroe Food Festival on Saturday – sold out of most wines – but had very sore feet by Saturday evening! It was lovely to meet new customers, but also to see some familiar and friendly faces and be able to catch up.

We recommended the wines for Paul Heathcoat’s 3 course meal demonstration – Distant Land Gewürztraminer 2007   (for starter), Domaine La Croix Belle No 7 Blanc 2008  (for main course) and Ritornello Brachetto    (for dessert). They went down extremely well and sold out during the Festival!

Looking forward to Lancashire Market this Saturday in Preston – let’s hope the elements are kind to us again! We’ll have more wines to taste and hopefully some interesting chat along the way.

Now on the second stage of our top secret mission – things are looking good and we’re really excited about it . I can’t wait to let the cat out of the bag – I really struggle keeping secrets – especially good ones like this one!

We’re confirming all the details this week for the Barrica Ball. Anyone interested in having a great night at Farington Lodge, and helping to raise funds for two very worthy charities, St Catherine’s Hospice and The Legacy Rainbow House? The get yourself a ticket and join us at our posh bash. Friday 30th September 7pm. Tickets are £50 each and include Champagne and canapés on arrival, four course dinner with wine, live entertainment and dancing until the small hours. Only a small number of tickets left, so contact us for details and don’t be left out!