AROMAS CASK ALE FESTIVAL

Beer enthusiasts unite!

Mark your calendars for November 15th and rendez-vous at Aromas in Five Points for the inaugural Cask Ale Festival !

A cask, for those of you who are new to the crazy world of beer, is a small vessel made of metal or wood for re-conditioning beer. The beer is allowed to finish fermentation in the cask (or Firkin) for about two weeks, in which time a soft, natural carbonation develops. When tasting the beer, the light carbonation permits the flavors and subtle nuances of the beer to shine through.

This event will be held partially outdoors, so make sure to dress for the weather. Since this is all happening on a Sunday, you can bet that the whole crew from Five Points Bottle will be there so come raise a pint with us!!

The Cask Ale Festival will kick of around 1:00pm on Sunday November 15th featuring 10-12 different casks!!!

The tickets are $30 which buys you all the cask ale you can drink! Get your tickets at www.aromaswinebar.com today!

HOLIDAY WINE AND COCKTAIL PARTY AT SQUARE ONE FISH COMPANY

Thursday November 5th from 6:00 to 8:00pm Square One Fish Company will be hosting a festive holiday party! The cost is $25 per person and includes a flight of 5 wines, heavy hors d'oeuvres and a kitchen demonstration!

I also heard through the grapevine that there are going to be some door prizes and gifts, not to mention live music following the tasting! The food and atmosphere at Square One are fabulous, so call them today for a reservation 706-353-8862.

WINE TASTING AND LIVE MUSIC AT HOTEL INDIGO

Thursday October 29th join us on the Indigo Patio for a wine tasting and live music from 5:30 to 7:30pm. I know it's hard for some of you to get there by 5:30pm so feel free to drop by anytime during the event, as it will be very casual.

If you haven't had the opportunity to visit the swanky new eco-friendly hotel, you are in for a real treat!! The decor is fabulous and the patio is very inviting even in this cooler weather. Don't forget your hat and scarf though, because the cool weather is upon us!

K-9 HAPPY HOUR AT THE INDIGO HOTEL

Wednesday October 28th, from 5:30-7:30pm on the patio at the new Indigo Hotel on College Avenue downtown.

Bring your dog to happy hour! There will be music and delicious wine to taste so come on down. There is no cover, so come enjoy the fellowship of other dog enthusiats as we sip the affternoon away.

RIALTO ROOM SPANISH WINE TASTING

Join us Thursday October 22nd from 5:30-7:30pm at the swanky Rialto Room adjacent to the new Indigo Hotel. The venue itself is something to see, but don't miss the gorgeous Spanish wines we'll be pouring from the Jorge Ordonez portfolio!

The Wines:

Marques de Gelida Cava (Sparkling White)

Botani Moscatel Sec

Muga Rioja Reserva

Atteca Old Vines Garnacha

Altos de Luzon Monastrell/Cabernet/Tempranillo

Alvear Pedro Ximenez

The cost is $20 per person and will include some lovely hors d'oeuvres to pair with the wines. Call Five Points West for Reservations 706-316-2337, but walk-ins are welcome!!

Check out the musical acts coming to the Rialto this season at www.therialtoroom.com

CASK ALE FESTIVAL!!!

Beer enthusiasts unite! Mark your calendars for November 15th and rendez-vous at Aromas in Five Points for the inaugural Cask Ale Festival ! A cask, for those of you who are new to the crazy world of beer, is a small vessel made of metal or wood for re-conditioning beer. The beer is allowed to finish fermentation in the cask (or Firkin) for about two weeks, in which time a soft, natural carbonation develops. When tasting the beer, the light carbonation permits the flavors and subtle nuances of the beer to shine through.

This event will be held partially outdoors, so make sure to dress for the weather. Since this is all happening on a Sunday, you can bet that the whole crew from Five Points Bottle will be there so come raise a pint with us!!

The Cask Ale Festival will kick of around 1:00pm on Sunday November 15th featuring 10-12 different casks!!!

The tickets are $30 which buys you all the cask ale you can drink! Get your tickets at www.aromaswinebar.com today!

ASHFORD MANOR WINE FESTIVAL

This annual festival is loads of fun so get your tickets today! The event wil be held on Sunday October 24th from 3pm to 6pm at Ashford Manor in old downtown Watkinsville. Our table this year will feature scores of different wines for you to taste. In addition, many of your favorite local restaraunts will be there to serve up their specialties for you to enjoy with your wine. This year's participants include: Cali n Tito's, Speakeasy, DePalma's, Lumpkin Cafe, Mama's Boy, Square One Fish Co., White Tiger Gourmet, Casa Mia and many more. Visit the link below for more details!

Tickets for non-foundation members are $30 in advance and $35 the day of the event. Arts Foundation members can purchase tickets for $20 in advance and $35 the day of the event. All the proceeds go to the Oconee County Arts Arts Foundation. For advance ticket information visit www.OCAF.com or call 706-769-4565. Also there is a great slide show with photos from last year posted on the OCAF website...check it out!

LUCA FEDRIGO OF L'ARCO WINES

Unfortunately this event has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience. Be sure to stop by and meet the Five Points Bottle Shop staff at Ashford Manor this weekend!