Thursday, February 24, 2011

3/24 - Karl Wente Wine Pairing Dinner


Join us on Thursday March 24th at 6:30 PM as we welcome 5th generation winemaker, and guitar man Karl Wente to Wayne for a 5 course wine pairing dinner at DaVinci Restaurant.

Wente Vineyards is the country’s oldest, continuously operated family-owned winery that today draws from approximately 3,000 acres of sustainably farmed Estate vineyards to create an outstanding portfolio of fine wines.

Please join us for a great evening of wine and food and find out why Appellation America calls Karl Wente a “mind-altering experience” with an infectious enthusiasm for all things wine and music.

Who: Yourself, your friends and Karl Wente
What: 5 Course Pairing Dinner featuring the wines of Karle Wente
When: Thursday March 24th, 6:30 pm
Where: DaVinci Restaurant, 1055 Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne
Cost: $64.99 per person including tax, tip and gratuity

Here are the details:

1st Course: Mushrooms stuffed with lump crab meat, finished in a Wente sauvignon blanc scampi sauce paired with 2009 Wente Vineyard Selection Sauvignon Blanc

2nd Course: Mesculin salad with roasted red peppers, fresh mozzarella, and balsamic vinaigrette paired with 2008 Wente 1883 Chardonnay

3rd Course: Penne pasta in a pink champagne sauce paired with 2007 Wente Sandstone Merlot

4th Course: Filet mignon finished in a Wente cabernet sauvignon mushroom sauce paired with 2007 Wente 1883 Cabernet Sauvignon.

Dessert Course: Profiteroles (Italian cream puffs) with coffee or espresso and 2008 Wente Vineyard Selection Riesling


For Reservations: Please call Jason Oppenberg at Gary’s Wine & Marketplace of Wayne. 973-633-3900 or e mail him: jason@garyswine.com

Event Location:
DaVinci Restaurant
1055 Hamburg Tpke
Wayne, NJ 07470-3235
http://www.davinciristoranteinwayne.com

Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

3/5 - Wines of the Americas supporting the New Philharmonic of NJ


Taste wine from North and South America and enjoy the food of the Hibiscus Restaurant of Madison while listening to jazz pianist, Jerry Vezza.

Tickets $50 in advance, $55 at the door. Call for information.

Sponsered by Gary's Wine & Marketplace. All proceeds benefit the New Philharmonic of New Jersey.

Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

2/18 - Monday Beer Tasting: Long Trail Brewing Company


Stop in next Monday February 28th and taste a few brews that are not only delicious but are consciously brewed by Long Trail’s “Eco” method to minimize impact on the surrounding environment. Find out here why Long Trail is the beer of choice for many a happy Vermont cow!

Long Trail Ale: Full-bodied amber ale modeled after the "Alt-biers" of Dusseldorf, Germany.

Blackbeary Wheat: This Belgian style wheat beer is light and refreshing with just a hint of blackberry on the finish.

Long Trail IPA: A traditional IPA, naturally carbonated, dry-hopped and unfiltered.

Double Bag Ale: A malty, full-bodied double Alt beer.

Pollenator: This spring ale is made with nugget and cascade hops. It is highly drinkable, flavorful, and finishes clean & crisp.

Brewmasters Coffee Stout: This imperial stout is brewed with fresh dark roasted coffee from the Vermont Coffee Company!

Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

2/27 - Prime Your Tastebuds for the New Jersey Food and Wine Festival


Stop by Gary’s Wine and Marketplace in Wayne this Sunday February 27th from 12 PM – 3 PM to meet Executive chef Michael Weisshaupt of Crystal Springs Resort Restaurant Latour for a taste of chef Weisshaupt’s deliciously modern twist on classic culinary fare.

Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

2/26 - Saturday Napa Valley Wine Tasting at Gary's Wine & Marketplace


Gary is in Napa this week, tasting and buying some of the top wines of the ’09 vintage, before they’re even finished. But we can’t let him have all the fun, so join us at our tasting counters this Saturday as we taste some Napa wines on our own, from 12-4 PM. While Gary’s away, the wine staff will play…never should’ve left us with the cellar keys, G!

2008 Oakville Ranch Chardonnay
2007 Cakebread Merlot
2007 Robert Craig Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon




Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

Thursday, February 17, 2011

2/21 - Beers from around the World Tasting at Gary's Wine & Marketplace


Our beer samplings have moved to Mondays from 5-7pm! Stop by all three Gary’s Wine & Marketplace locations on Mondays to sample some of the best brews available in NJ.

Join us Monday, February 21st, from 5-7 pm to sample beers from around the globe.

Leffe Blond: A dry, fruity and lightly spiced Belgian Abbey Ale

Bass Ale: English malts, aromatic hops and water rich in essential salts and minerals combine to give Bass its slightly roasted aroma and full-bodied flavor.

Lowenbrau: This classic German beer is brewed according to "Reinheitsgebot" (Purity Law) dating back to 1516.

Kirin: This Japanese-style pilsner is brewed with the finest ingredients, including two-row barley malt and the finest Saaz hops.


Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

2/19 - ’09 Burgundy Preview Wine Tasting at Gary's Wine & Marketplace NJ Wine Store


Pick up a wine magazine this season, and you can’t miss the hype surrounding the ’09 Burgundy vintage, hailed as an “early drinker’s dream.” The first few ’09 Burgundies have just begun to arrive, so join us this Saturday from 12-4 at our tasting counters for a taste of what’s to come.

2009 La Greffiere Macon La Roche Vineuse

2009 Billard-Gonnet Bourgogne Rouge

2009 Evening Land Bourgogne Rouge



Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

2/18 - Zyr Vodka Tasting at Gary's Wine & Marketplace of Madison, NJ


Nine filtrations, five distillations and three tastings ensure consistent, pure quality in every bottle of this ultra smooth Russian Vodka.

Stop by our Madison store this Friday 2/18 from 4-7 pm for a taste.

Click here for more info about Zyr Vodka!


Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Gary's Wine & Marketplace sponsors New Jersey Food & Wine Festival


Gary's Wine and Marketplace is pleased to sponsor the New Jersey Food & Wine Festival at Crystal Springs Resort- a celebration of the world's best wines and top local chefs. Come out and mingle with chefs, winemakers, sommeliers and fellow wine lovers for a day of tastings, dinners, pairings and seminars.

Tickets are now on sale!


Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

Saturday Tasting: Sparkling Wine, Port and Chocolate at Gary's Wine & Marketplace NJ Wine Store


Wine and Chocolate can be a tricky pairing but our own Chad Watkins says port is a delicious choice. Read his blog on the subject then stop by this weekend from 12-4pm to see for yourself why this fortified wine is the perfect choice for long sea voyages or that special someone on Valentine's Day.


Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

Take Our Advice - She's Not Looking For a Toaster This Valentine's Day


Stop by this weekend and taste a little wine, pick up some chocolates and a dozen roses. Because when it comes to romance, Gary's Wine and Marketplace has everything that's good for her heart.


Also, don't miss our Strawberry & Chocolate Dipping in our Wayne store Saturday & Sunday, 11am-4pm. And choose from an assortment of new bakery treats, jumbo cupcakes, cheesecakes, Valentine's Day chocolates and other sweet "Love Bites".




Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

Friday, February 4, 2011

William Paterson Foundation Wine Tasting sponsored by Gary's Wine & Marketplace


Gary’s Wine and Marketplace will sponsor a wine tasting at William Paterson University on February 10, from 7:00 –9:00 p.m., featuring wines from various regions, appetizers, live music and special guests.
$100 per ticket.
VIP tasting 6:15-7:00 p.m. $150 per ticket.

More info:
http://www.wpunj.edu/campaigns/wine-tasting.dot

Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

Thursday, February 3, 2011

1/5/11 - Saturday tasting: Football Wines at Gary's Wine & Marketplace


Football wines? Yes, football wines. While we appreciate and acknowledge the requirement of game-day beer, why not a little Zinfandel to go with those ribs, and a little Nero d’Avola for that pizza? Stop in this Saturday from 12-4 for a taste of these selections for game day.

  • Going Forward Sonoma Coast Chardonnay
  • Baus Family Zinfandel
  • Natale Verga Nero d’Avola
Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store

2/12 & 2/13 - Valentine’s Weekend Chocolate Dipping at Gary's Wine & Marketplace of Wayne, NJ


Chef Larry of Champagne Services will be on hand in our Wayne store Saturday February 12th & Sunday February 13th, from 11AM-4PM both days, for a chocolate and strawberry dipping. Pre-orders are welcome or shop that day while your strawberries are freshly dipped and packaged to go.

Also choose from an assortment of new bakery treats, Valentine’s Day Chocolates and Love Bites.

Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Madison | Bernardsville | Wayne
1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS
http://www.GarysWine.com • Buy Wine Online • NJ Wine Store