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HUGEL - Winegrowing Ancestors Since 1639
The first traces of the Hugel family in Alsace can be traced back to the XVth century.
Some two centuries later, Hans Ulrich Hugel settled in Riquewihr, which had been devastated by the terrible Thirty Years War.
In 1639 he was made a freeman of the city and soon took charge of the very powerful Corporation of Winegrowers. In 1672 his son built a fine house in the Rue des Cordiers, and over the doorway was carved the family crest which was the origin of the company’s logo still used today.
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The Hugel family gained an enviable reputation for their winegrowing skills and for the meticulous way in which they cultivated their vineyards. In 1902, Frédéric Emile Hugel left the old family property and established himself in premises in the centre of Riquewihr which still form the heart of the family business.
This Friday night meet Jennifer Young the Hugel Family Ambassador for Frederick Wildman Imports. She will lead our tasting of the Hugel portfolio - don't miss this special night.
Start your weekend here - a little wine, a little cheese, and maybe a surprise or two.
Don't Wine Without Us
Please join us on Friday night. 5-8pm - No Charge
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The Only Wine You Need
For The Holidays
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The Wines Of Hugel are the perfect match for the rich and savory dishes of Thanksgiving - This Friday night we offer a special presentation to celebrate the holiday and Hugel Day.
"With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, there is no better time to begin planning your Thanksgiving holiday menu and include the perfect wines to complement the always-abundant and scrumptious spread. HUGEL, of course, has a wine for each course!
The tricky job is finding the right wine to go with the variety of tastes, textures and aromas that make up the never-ending repast.
On #HUGELDAY, NOVEMBER 10th—we are running wine specials on Rieslings, and all other varieties, for this favored national holiday!"Charlotte Hugel
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Gentil "HUGEL"
Produced exclusively from hand harvested grapes in predominantly clay and limestone vineyards, from a dozen of the most favored localities in and around Riquewihr. Gentil "Hugel" allies the suave, spicy flavor of Gewurztraminer, the body of Pinot Gris, the finesse of Riesling, the grapiness of Muscat and the refreshing character of both Pinot Blanc and Sylvaner.
This is the perfect introduction to Alsace wines as it combines the qualities of all our white varietals. This wine revives an ancient Alsace tradition that wines assembled from noble grape varieties were called "Gentil". Gentil "Hugel" allies the suave, spicy flavor of Gewurztraminer, the body of Pinot Gris, the finesse of Riesling, the grapiness of Muscat and the refreshing character of Pinot Blanc and Sylvaner.
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Pinot Blanc HUGEL
It is now the most planted varietal in Alsace. Delicate, subtle and well built, it makes an excellent aperitif because, although nicely rounded, it is also refreshing. The perfect all-purpose dry white wine, it goes well with country buffets, seafood and white meats.
It is the most approachable wine of Alsace and also the most consistent year in year out. Not far in style from an unoaked Chardonnay such as a Macon or Chablis.
This is one of our favorite wines all year long. Please try it this Friday night.
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Gewurztraminer
The spice of Alsace and one of Famille Hugel's signature wines. It is both aromatic and extroverted through its floral and spicy notes. Gewurztraminer is an invitation to accompany a variety of spicy Asian dishes as well as smoked salmon and strong cheeses.
"This wine has a wonderfully intense and lively colour with a nice crystalline metallic sheen over a young, fresh and alert pale green with hints of pale yellow. When rolled in the glass its legs are structured and oily.
It has a magnificent pure and sophisticated nose which generously releases a sense of freshness, openness and perfumed, expressive, fruity and floral spontaneity with delicate hints of Muscat, white peach, lemon balm, rose, hawthorn, jasmine, freesia, lime tree and cherry blossom, lychee and pear.
One is immediately impressed by its rare elegance and aromatic charm." Wine Maker
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Pinot Gris Famille Hugel
Pinot Gris truly dry and gastronomic which reveals itself at the table! Rich and rounded, although still dry, it is ideal with terrines, white meats and fish in sauce. Of all the Alsace varieties, Pinot Gris has the greatest ageing potential.
"A very fresh yellow, pale green with dominant hints of green with lighter hints of the pale yellow of lime trees in spring, some silver, crystalline highlights, a pleasant energetic sheen, full and lively legs.
The aroma is still a bit restrained and serious but with the fresh, clear, precise and well stated fruitiness of lime, fresh kiwi, lemongrass, gooseberry, fresh moss and a lightly mineral flinty nuance.
On the palate this is a dry, refreshing and lively wine with a pleasant sense of tension and vivacity which enlivens the palate, it's rounded and full flavor amply quenches the thirst." Wine Maker
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SOLD OUT - WAIT LIST ONLY
Wednesday November 14th
6:00pm - RSVP Required No Charge - 860-443-6817
FORGET WHAT YOU THINK YOU KNOW ABOUT SHERRY
Robert Colopy, Sherry Ambassador and New England Market Manager for Gonzalez Byass of Jerez de la Frontera, will lead you through the extraordinary range sherry wine has to offer. Gonzalez Byass is the oldest family-owned winery in Jerez, the capital of the sherry wine region, founded in 1835. Gonzalez Byass is world renowned for their FINO sherry brand Tio Pepe, the first dry sherry ever exported from Spain in 1840 and the very first trademark of Spanish commercial products. Today the company ages sherry wines in more than 70,000 barrels in their cellars in Jerez.
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The Perfect Hostess Gift.
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The Wow Factor - Fill it with Wine, Cheese, Flowers, Chocolate Truffles...You get the idea. Order now for timely deliveries or bring it with you to break the ice at the front door. 860-443-6817.
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 Questions - 860-443-6817
Friday November 9th - Special Hugel Tasting - Don't Miss It.
Wednesday November 14th - RSVP REQUIRED
The History Of Sherry - Gonzalez & Byass Tasting
Friday November 16th - Barberani Wines
Friday December 7th - James Gilles
Friday December 14th - Alan Goodman
Friday December 21st - Eric Bellnier
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Meet your friends, sample and taste and start your weekend with us.
Drink Different!
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