Dear {FIRST_NAME},

Welcome to the very first edition of the Little Penguin Wine Times. As the definitive voice of the fast growing colony of Little Penguin loyalists, we're happy to bring you all the latest news, events, offers, and fun from the land of the Little Penguin.

A Note to say Thanks!
We'd like to thank our many Penguin Pals for making the Little Penguin one of the hottest new wine brands in the US and Canada. All in just three months!

Based on the fun pictures we've received from Penguin Parties all over, it appears that the Little Penguin has been a busy bird. For those looking to throw your own Penguin Parties, don't forget to send us your pictures for the Penguin Gallery!

the Little Penguin has become a cyber-seabird and is now appearing on computer screens everywhere.

At the Little Penguin's online burrow you'll also find free downloads of his favorite party tunes from the Groove Boutique CD to get the whole colony shaking their tail feathers.

This Month's Feature - the Little Penguin Shiraz

Shiraz, a robust red wine, is often recognized by its distinctive flavors of spice and pepper. Australia, the home of the Little Penguin, has officially joined the ranks of the best producers of Shiraz in the world, despite the wine's French heritage. Try the Little Penguin Shiraz and you will enjoy scents of chocolate, spice and juicy strawberries while your mouth is treated to sweet fruit, closing with a smooth finish. Learn more about wines.

Rave Reviews
Always looking for the latest wine gossip, our roving reporter has been foraging for opinions about the Little Penguin Shiraz. Here is what they've been saying:

'Best red wine values from around the world'
"Smooth and easy-drinking, with blueberry and black berry flavors that linger on the slightly light finish". - Wine Spectator, August 2004

A wine.com Customer - Sunnyvale, CA
"We tried this new Shiraz with a couple of others and are impressed with this newcomer...has a relaxed spiciness and a very mellow mocha finish...I could drink it all day."

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Food Pairings - Shiraz
Nothing enhances a meal more than a good bottle of wine. But, in deciding which wine to serve with which food, the Little Penguin says there are no rules! But that doesn't mean he doesn't have some favorites.

Nothing pleases the Little Penguin more than helping his friends create fun and unforgettable experiences with wine. To help, he's happy to offer the following advice on food pairings, from quick and easy meals to more formal gourmet gatherings:

the Prompt Penguin  •  the Practical Penguin  •  the Perfect Penguin

Coming Soon

Be sure to visit the Little Penguin's website as often as you can, because you never know what new fun and freebies the Little Penguin may have for you. Soon the Little Penguin will release his own way for you to figure out which wine suits you the best. Stay tuned for more details...