Explore the World of Wines with Campbell's

Explore the world of Wines with Campbell’s

Sangria

Sangria is a wine from Spain, Portugal and Argentina. It normally consists of wine, chopped fruit, a sweetener, and a small amount of added brandy. Chopped fruit can include orange, lemon, lime, apple, peach, melon, berries, pineapple, grape, kiwifruit and mango. A sweetener such as honey, sugar, syrup, or orange juice is added. Instead of brandy, other liquids such as Seltzer, Sprite or 7-Up may be added.

Sangria is named after the Spanish word for "blood" - "sangre" because of its typical dark-red color.

Because of the variation in recipes, sangria's alcoholic content can vary greatly, usually from 4 percent up to about 11 percent. The ingredients in sangria vary, particularly in the type of fruit used, the kind of spirits added (if any), and the presence or lack of carbonation.

White wine can be used instead of red, in which case the result is called sangria blanca or, as in Argentina, clerico. Some recipes that use heavier reds can be lightened by mixing a bottle of white in the mix. In some parts of Southern Spain, sangria is called zurra and is made with peaches or nectarines. In most recipes, wine is the dominant ingredient and acts as a base. In some regions of Portugal cinnamon and "medronho" (the fruit of strawberry trees) brandy are used.

Mulled wine can be used to provide a rich full-bodied taste, chilled with orange juice, lemonade and a sliced pear to add sweetness.

Preparation consists of cutting the fruit in thin slices or small cubes, then mixing in advance all ingredients except for ice and carbonated sodas. After several hours, or a full day in a refrigerator to allow time for the fruit flavors to blend with the rest of the ingredients, the ice and any last-minute ingredients are added and the drinks are poured.

A non-alcoholic version of sangria is made from wine grapes, carbonated water, essence of lemon, and cane sugar.

Sangaree (drink) is a similar drink associated with the West Indies and the name sangaree is an archaic English name for sangria itself.

"Mangria" is a variation created by radio/television personality Adam Carolla. It is a red wine mixed with vodka, thus giving it a higher alcohol content. The commercial version sold by Adam Carolla is red wine and grape vodka with orange juice.

Sangria is served throughout Spain and Portugal during summer, and in the southern and eastern parts of the countries year-round. In these places it is a popular drink among tourists at CAMPBELL LIQUOR STORE Tel (780) 419.3444 July 19 th & 20th, 2013 http://www.campbell-liquor.ca/ 3 Curial Drive, St. Albert, AB * Price correct at time of printing. [email protected] Page 1 of 7 * Price subject to change without notice. bars, pubs and restaurants where it is often served in 1-litre pitchers or other containers large enough to hold a bottle of wine plus the added ingredients. A lid or other strainer for the container helps prevent the fruit and ice cubes from falling into the glass. Among the Spanish and Portuguese, sangria is most typically served at informal social gatherings, much like punch, from a punchbowl. Sangria is often served with a wooden spoon, used to get fruit out of the bottom of the punchbowl or pitcher. Sangria is also commonly served in Cuba, Peru, Mexico, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Chile, and Argentina.1

Although Spaniards and Portuguese have been drinking sangria for centuries, the brandy-spiked drink didn’t make an official appearance in the United States until 1964, at the World’s Fair in New York City.

Two Oceans Sauvignon Blanc CSPC: 340380 Price: $10.95*

Background Amidst the tangy sea spray, crisp breezes and energizing ozone mists, something almost mystical occurs where Two Oceans meet and merge along the southern coast of Africa. The Indian and Atlantic oceans fuse in a purity of power to release a magnetizing life force over the endless blue horizon. In its energizing slipstream, you’ll find abundant marine life, healthy coastal vineyards and lively, refreshing wines enjoyed by people who live the way they like. We call it the Two Oceans effect. The Cape’s Coastal Region enjoys a temperate climate, cooled by day-time maritime breezes from both oceans and a drop in night-time temperatures to allow grapes to ripen slowly. In addition, the moderate humidity means vines are far less prone to disease than in areas with higher moisture levels. The winemaker works very closely with a team of viticulturists and he rigorously supervises pruning, suckering and canopy management for optimal crop yield. During the ripening season the grapes are tasted daily for ripeness and also chemically analyzed to ensure they are picked when varietal flavours are most concentrated and there is a good balance between fruit and acid.

The vineyards (viticulturist: Annelie Viljoen) Grapes were sourced from vineyards in the Stellenbosch, Paarl, Robertson and Worcester regions. The vines, between 10 and 18 years of age at the time of harvesting, were grown in soils with excellent drainage, ranging from decomposed granite to deep Clovelly and Hutton. Located some 200m above sea level, the vineyards are trellised while appropriate canopy management and row orientation minimizes wind damage.

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The winemaking (winemaker: Elize Coetzee) Grapes were picked on taste upon showing green fi g flavours. The grapes were harvested by hand at 20° to 23° Balling during February. The fruit was crushed and destemmed at the cellar and no skin contact was allowed. The clean juice was fermented cold at 12° to 16° C thereby ensuring maximum fruit concentration.

Winemaker’s comments Colour: Brilliant with a green tint.

Bouquet: Upfront tropical fruit flavours, gooseberries followed by a hint of green fig.

Taste: An elegant, crisp wine displaying ripe gooseberry flavours on the fore pallet backed by tropical fruit and a hint of grassiness that lingers long on the aftertaste.

Food and wine pairing An ideal sipping wine, it is also excellent served with fish, pasta and poultry dishes.

Chemical analysis Alcohol 11.66% by volume Residual sugar 6.80 g/l Total acid 6.47 g/l pH 3.34

Frontera Cabernet Sauvignon CSPC: 116426 Price: $9.95*

Frontera, The best-selling Chilean wine in the world has its presence on more than 120 countries around the globe.

Frontera wines are born in Chile’s beautiful Central Valley, a winemaking paradise where the vineyards are protected by four natural frontiers:

South: the awesome glaciers.

North: the arid Atacama Desert.

East: the majestic Andes Mountain range.

West: the immense Pacific Ocean

Winemaker’s notes: Fruity character with red plums and chocolate aromas, a soft flavour and medium body. Ideal to serve with red meats, cheese, spicy stews and pasta with spicy sauces.

Color: Bright and intense ruby red, with violet reflections.

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Nose: Candied fruits, essences of plums with notes of chocolate.

Pallet: Harmonic tannins, medium body and a good aftertaste.

Temperature: Serve at 15- 20ºC.

Appellation: Central Valley.

Osborne Solaz Temp/Cab CSPC: 610188 Price: $12.95*

Country: Spain

Our estate is located in Malpica de Tajo in the Tierra de Castilla region, an area which offers rich clay soil and a unique microclimate with plentiful sunlight throughout the growing season and during harvest, conditions for producing wines of the highest quality.

Tempranillo (80%), Cabernet Sauvignon (20%)

Following malolactic fermentation, the wine spent four months in new American oak, and aged in bottle for minimum of four month before release.

Color: Good color depth. Intense, deep cherry color, clean and brilliant.

Bouquet: Elegant and direct. Intense aromas of ripe red fruit mingle seamlessly with a touch of oak.

Taste: Balanced, broad and structured with a long and smooth finish.

CHAMgria™

750 mL Bottle Red Wine

240 mL Chambord Liqueur

1 pint Raspberries

1 whole Lemon, sliced

1 whole Orange, sliced

8 tsp Brown Sugar

Mix all ingredients in large pitcher. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours. Serve on the rocks.2

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The Select Sangria

1.5L Fontera Cabernet Sauvignon

2L Fruit juice mix (5 alive tropical +berry )

2oz. St Remy Brandy

2oz. Mount Gay Eclipse Black

1 Small can 7UP

Apples, oranges diced, seasonal berries/peaches/nectarine

Mix wine, alchool & fruit juice into a 4l container store in fridge

Before serving add 7up and cup up fresh fruits in container with some ice cubs ,or put fruits and ice in glass and pour sangria on top …garnish with fresh mint

Always store in fridge without the fruits,will last up to a week/10days

Traditional Sangria

Ingredients (remember, these ingredients are just a guide, you can change or add to taste):

•1 liter of red wine, ideally from La Rioja

•3 peaches

•1/2 lemon

•2 oranges

•1/2 glass of lemon juice

•50 grams of sugar

•1 glass of freshly squeezed orange juice

•1 spiral lemon peel http://www.spanish-food.org/drinks-sangria.html

White Sangria

Ingredients:

•3 tbsps of sugar

•3 shots of apple liquor

•1 lime, slice

•1 lemon, sliced CAMPBELL LIQUOR STORE Tel (780) 419.3444 July 19 th & 20th, 2013 http://www.campbell-liquor.ca/ 3 Curial Drive, St. Albert, AB * Price correct at time of printing. [email protected] Page 5 of 7 * Price subject to change without notice.

•2 ripe peaches, cut into wedges

•3 ripe green apples, cored and cut into wedges

•1 bottle dry white wine (such as Rioja)

•1 pint raspberries

•Sparkling soda water

Directions:

•Combine the sugar, apple liquor, lime, lemon, peaches and apples in a large drink jug.

•Cover with the white wine and chill for several hours

•To serve, spoon the fruit into glasses, adding some raspberries to each glass, then pour the wine over the top.

•Top off the glasses with soda water and serve.

Other products used in our Sangrias.

Chambord Royale De France 711447 $42.95

St Remy X.O. 557108 $34.95

Mount Gay Eclipse Black 745341 $35.95

The Anatomy of Sangria: Now if you’re ready to experiment with your own recipe, follow this flow chart to mix and match your favorite flavors and come up with a “house” sangria all your own. (via Wine Enthusiast Magazine)