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Spanish Flight
Tasty Tempranillo
2008-05-05

Greetings Dionysians, Two weeks ago Monday, our Spanish Flight cruised the land of Tempranillo. 'Twas a lovely excursion indeed; a viticultural voyage graced with a bounty of pulchritudinous people, laudable libations, and sheer savory goodness. We found safe harbor in the cozy confines of the Hob Nob where our dear host, Chef Amy, outdid herself in cooking a giant paella of most tasty proportions. She also helped provide lots of stuffed piquillo peppers, lamb empenadas, two large tortilla espanoles, and 4 lbs. of Manchego cheese. True generosity in the Dionysian spirit! Members take note. To keep the lusty crowds at bay during last minute organization, a cold and refreshing Dibon cava was served. Thence, after some introductory remarks and notable announcements, the following four Tempranillo-based selections were sampled in our primary tasting: - Vina Tondonia 1998 Rose (Rioja) - Prima 2005 (Toro) - Pesquera 2004 (Ribera del Duero) - Muga 2003 Seleccion Especial (Rioja) In the overstock and special visitors department, we also partook of the following: - Vina Gravonia 1996 Blanco (Rioja) - Valduero Reserva 1998 (Ribera del Duero) - Muga "Prado Enea" Gran Reserva 2000 (Rioja) - Marquez de Riscal Reserva 2003 (Rioja) - Chozas Carrascal "Las Ocho" 2003 (Utiel-Requena) - Servilio 2005 (Ribera del Duero) Many, many thanks to Chef John T. and Du Vin Dan who stepped in to set up, pour wine, and educate where this reporter failed. Special thanks also to Denise and Nicole and all those who helped clean up and pack up and move the after party down to Lucky 13, where our surpluses were commensurately reduced. We are a movable feast. To Arnie, to Professor Longhair, to everyone that pitched in a bit extra, I toast your health and well-being. Returning to the aforementioned announcements, be aware that Dionysians dare to dream ...and hallucinate. A recurring vision is putting a float in this year's Alameda Fourth of July parade. Yes, we'd like to stimulate America's birthday party with a little floatation of our own -- and we need your energy and creative inspiration to help realize that dream. We'll be having a number of creative tete-a-tetes over the next couple of months, full of wine, sniffing, paint, paper-maiche, cocktails, and more, starting with tomorrow night's Full Moon. Our Creative Director, El Chupacabre, will be offering guidance. High Councillors, Special Members, and others seeking the betterment of mankind are all expected to participate. Please consult with me or Lord Chestnut, if interested. On deck: Malbec (6/1). For reference, check our budding website: http://dionysianclub.org Love, The Satyrical One .

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Spanish Flight Tasty Tempranillo 2008-05-05
		Greetings Dionysians, Two weeks ago Monday, our Spanish Flight cruised the land of Tempranillo. 'Twas a lovely excursion indeed; a viticultural voyage graced with a bounty of pulchritudinous people, laudable libations, and sheer savory goodness. We found safe harbor in the cozy confines of the Hob Nob where our dear host, Chef Amy, outdid herself in cooking a giant paella of most tasty proportions. She also helped provide lots of stuffed piquillo peppers, lamb empenadas, two large tortilla espanoles, and 4 lbs. of Manchego cheese. True generosity in the Dionysian spirit! Members take note. To keep the lusty crowds at bay during last minute organization, a cold and refreshing Dibon cava was served. Thence, after some introductory remarks and notable announcements, the following four Tempranillo-based selections were sampled in our primary tasting: - Vina Tondonia 1998 Rose (Rioja) - Prima 2005 (Toro) - Pesquera 2004 (Ribera del Duero) - Muga 2003 Seleccion Especial (Rioja) In the overstock and special visitors department, we also partook of the following: - Vina Gravonia 1996 Blanco (Rioja) - Valduero Reserva 1998 (Ribera del Duero) - Muga "Prado Enea" Gran Reserva 2000 (Rioja) - Marquez de Riscal Reserva 2003 (Rioja) - Chozas Carrascal "Las Ocho" 2003 (Utiel-Requena) - Servilio 2005 (Ribera del Duero) Many, many thanks to Chef John T. and Du Vin Dan who stepped in to set up, pour wine, and educate where this reporter failed. Special thanks also to Denise and Nicole and all those who helped clean up and pack up and move the after party down to Lucky 13, where our surpluses were commensurately reduced. We are a movable feast. To Arnie, to Professor Longhair, to everyone that pitched in a bit extra, I toast your health and well-being. Returning to the aforementioned announcements, be aware that Dionysians dare to dream ...and hallucinate. A recurring vision is putting a float in this year's Alameda Fourth of July parade. Yes, we'd like to stimulate America's birthday party with a little floatation of our own -- and we need your energy and creative inspiration to help realize that dream. We'll be having a number of creative tete-a-tetes over the next couple of months, full of wine, sniffing, paint, paper-maiche, cocktails, and more, starting with tomorrow night's Full Moon. Our Creative Director, El Chupacabre, will be offering guidance. High Councillors, Special Members, and others seeking the betterment of mankind are all expected to participate. Please consult with me or Lord Chestnut, if interested. On deck: Malbec (6/1). For reference, check our budding website: http://dionysianclub.org Love, The Satyrical One .
Wine, Fertility, Creative Ecstasy