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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>I’d recommend that participants who’ve registered secure their bottles ASAP, as most wine shops won’t necessarily have all (or even any) of the selections. As mentioned, Paul and I have available limited quantities of the wines we each selected (bottle #s 1 & 2 for me; #s 3 & 4 for Paul), so make arrangements with us (in exchange for your online contribution to the Gotham Foundation) to pick up your bottles. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>You’re welcome to taste all four (or fewer) bottles; if you are concerned about opening multiple bottles in one night, there are ways of preserving open bottles for several days, including: <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Private Reserve: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Private-Preserve-25300-True-1026/dp/B00IB7PHSE/ref=asc_df_B00IB7PHSE/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198078681519&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2905169471644768788&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9004448&hvtargid=pla-352081173838&psc=1">https://www.amazon.com/Private-Preserve-25300-True-1026/dp/B00IB7PHSE/ref=asc_df_B00IB7PHSE/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198078681519&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2905169471644768788&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9004448&hvtargid=pla-352081173838&psc=1</a> <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Use an empty half-bottle: Pour half of a freshly-opened full-sized bottle of wine into a clean half bottle (completely filling the half bottle), and secure it with a stopper or screwcap closure; drink what’s left of the full bottle. The absence of any air in the filled half bottle should preserve it for several days. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Use a Vacu Vin wine saver pump and stoppers: <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoListParagraph><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Vacu-Vin-Black-Saver-stoppers/dp/B07ZTXD1R6/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2D1E5XQNL8U2P&dchild=1&keywords=vacuvin+pump+and+stoppers&qid=1616445498&s=home-garden&sprefix=vacuvin%2Cgarden%2C136&sr=1-4">https://www.amazon.com/Vacu-Vin-Black-Saver-stoppers/dp/B07ZTXD1R6/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2D1E5XQNL8U2P&dchild=1&keywords=vacuvin+pump+and+stoppers&qid=1616445498&s=home-garden&sprefix=vacuvin%2Cgarden%2C136&sr=1-4</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:6.75pt'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Be sure to store the bottle upright; laying it on its side will increase the area of wine exposed to the air. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>In each instance, refrigerating it may help preserve the opened bottle. If it’s a red, take it out of the refrigerator about 45 – 60 minutes before drinking, so that it’s not too cold. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Note: Lighter reds generally expire sooner after being opened; heavier, fuller bodied reds tend to last a day or two longer. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Paul and I are looking forward to tasting the wines and talking about them with everyone. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Best, <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>David <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b>From:</b> Fredslist <fredslist-bounces@gothamnetworking.com> <b>On Behalf Of </b>Norman Spizz<br><b>Sent:</b> Monday, March 22, 2021 1:24 PM<br><b>To:</b> fredslist@gothamnetworking.com<br><b>Subject:</b> [Fredslist] Only six more spots left for Gotham's Wine Tasting Event on April 26<o:p></o:p></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Join us for Gotham’s first “Wine Tasting 101” online event, presented by pseudo-sommeliers Paul Napolitano and David Abeshouse, both long-time Gotham members. The event will take place on Monday, April 26, from 6 – 7:15 p.m. (no charge other than for the wine you purchase independently, in advance). </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>This will be a fun, educational, and interactive discussion and tasting of up to 4 different bottles of red wines. Buy any or all 4 bottles in advance, and join the conversation, Gotham-style. </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>In no particular order, the 4 red wines that will be tasted and discussed are: </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>1. 2019 Willamette Valley Vineyards “Whole Cluster” Pinot Noir (Oregon, $19).</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>2. 2017 Cune Rioja Crianza (Spain, $10).</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>3. 2016 Cassa Douro Reserva (Portugal, $15). <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>4. 2018 La Garenne (Bordeaux, $13). </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Bring your corkscrew and glass, and get ready for a viniferous good time! <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Limited to the first 15 participants/couples. Please register only if you do intend to attend. <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Bottle Buys in Glen Head recently had bottles #3 and #4 in stock, and Total Wines in Westbury recently had bottles #1 and #2 in stock, but if anyone has any problem accessing them, they can contact Paul and David, as they have some limited additional supply, available for pickup at our respective houses. Subject to availability (first come, first served), these bottles are offered free, in exchange for a $15 per bottle contribution to the Gotham Foundation. </span><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>RSVP by Tuesday, April 20 via Evite: <a href="http://evite.me/7MXg8QBgfR">http://evite.me/7MXg8QBgfR</a> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>E-mail any questions to <a href="mailto:David@BizLawNY.com">David@BizLawNY.com</a> or <a href="mailto:Paul@twosonsenv.com">Paul@twosonsenv.com</a> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><img border=0 width=72 height=72 style='width:.75in;height:.75in' id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:image001.jpg@01D71F38.887C5C00"></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>