The Thirsty Thursday Theme

So it's an extra-alliterative headline today. And while the season officially changed in late September, we need the calendar to hit October before we really accept that summer's over. Let's take a look at what October brings.

Vampire wines are a seasonal favorite. Today or tomorrow, Joe Canal's in Lawrenceville and Woodbridge will receive vampire Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Pinot Grigio. The Cabernet is full-bodied, with Blackberry and Dark Cherry aromas, with just the right amount of Oak flavors leading to a lingering finish. Classic, small-lot fermentation, followed by aging with oak, gives full expression to the rich varietal flavors in this wine.

Vampire Merlot is smooth and medium-bodied, with a fresh, Black Cherry aroma, and hints of Herbal spices. Aged in oak, our Merlot develops graceful Fruit flavors in the cellar, complemented by subtle shadings of Vanilla and Toast from the Oak.

Vampire Pinot Grigio offers Melon, Citrus, and Tropical Fruits accented with a pleasant Floral note that leads to an easy-drinking and lively wine full of youthful, refreshing acidity.

The wines are all priced at $8.99 in the Bottle Club®, so the only difficult decision is which one to take with to the Halloween party.

More importantly, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Joe Canal's is fully behind that important cause.

In Lawrenceville, our wine tastings will tie in to BCA, and we will work with Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure all month, to raise money for that vital research. Both stores will have a Ladies Night Out as a centerpiece in that effort. Ladies Night Out in Lawrenceville is October 19, and it's October 26 in Woodbridge. These are after-hours events (7:30-9:30pm on Sunday nights) that feature expanded wine tastings, food and fun. The Ladies Night Out agenda is still being finalized, so please check the Events page at www.jcanals.com for updates.