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TABLE OF CONTENTS 10 UPCOMING EVENTS IN DOUGLAS COUNTY 14 CHARTING THE TOP LUXURY CREDIT CARDS 18 FILM: PAVAROTTI 20 TRAVEL: ABOARD THE RUM CRUISE 24 HOW TO SHOW YOUR DOG YOU LOVE THEM 26 TOP SIX CIGARS FOR WOMEN 28 RED WINES THAT CAN BE CHILLED FOR SUMMER

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The Douglas County Fair & Rodeo starts July 27th at the Douglas County Fairgrounds

C O P Y R I G H T: K O B B Y _ D A G A N

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NORAH JONES WITH MAVIS STAPLES Jul 16, 2019 │Red Rocks Amphitheatre 18300 West Alameda Pkw, Morrison │ redrocksaccess@denvergov.org │ $50-100

orah Jones ﬁrst emerged on the world stage with the February 2002 release of Come Away With Me, her self-described moody little record that introduced a singular new voice and grew into a global phenomenon, sweeping the 2003 Grammy Awards and signaling a paradigm shift away from the prevailing pop music of the time. Since then, Norah has sold over 45 million albums worldwide and become a 9-time Grammy-winner.

DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR & RODEO July 27-August 1, 2019 │ Douglas County Fairgrounds 500 Fairgrounds Dr., Castle Rock, CO │ douglascountyfairandrodeo.com

he Douglas County Fair & Rodeo is a community event put on by both the Douglas County Government and the Douglas County Fair Board. The Douglas County Fair Board is a volunteer group that manages and organizes several functions necessary to continue this historical event such as marketing, sponsorship, 4-H support, livestock and horse shows, entertainment and rodeos. The Fair Board works directly with the Douglas County Fairgrounds Staff all year long to produce the annual Douglas County Fair & Rodeo!

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TASTE OF DOUGLAS COUNTY August 22, 2019 │ Events Center 500 Fairgrounds Dr., Castle Rock, CO │ 720.733.6900

oin friends and family as they sample food from over 50 restaurants and food service establishments at the 16th Annual Taste of Douglas County. This will be held at the Douglas County Events Center on Thursday, August 22, from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Tickets and information are available at www.tasteofdouglascounty.com

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MENDELSSOHN VIOLIN CONCERTO

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2019-2020 │ Throughout Douglas County │ www.douglas.co.us/artencounters/2019-sculptures

he celebrated Douglas County Art Encounters outdoor public art program has recently installed 26 pieces by 19 artists in public places throughout Castle Rock, Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree, Parker and Roxborough. You are invited to visit all 26 sculptures online and then use the Vote4Art tool to nominate your favorite for a People’s Choice Award.

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hen considering a financial service that effectively involves spending between $250,000 to upwards of a Million Dollars of your money, there is much to consider. When choosing a luxury credit card, there is far more than we can cover on one page. There is more than just convenience — security, points, the financial company’s reputation — are just some factors to take into account. You may also want to stay informed by reading financial COMPANY

publications, as this is a very ﬂuid sector and each company’s reputation is a factor in trust and effectiveness. You need to contact the credit card company to get a complete report. We cannot show all the perks on this page, for example. This is meant to be a starting point for your ﬁnal choice. But the “choice” may not be your choice after all, as many of these cards cannot be applied for, and are available only by invitation, based on your prior record.

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avarotti is a documentary created from a combination of Luciano Pavarotti’s genre-redefining performances and never-before-seen footage from estate archives, the film will give audiences a stunningly intimate portrait of the beloved opera singer. Luciano Pavarotti was born in 1935, just outside of Modena in Northern Italy. After a difficult start, he had already achieved international success when his recording of “Nessun Dorma” from Puccini’s Turandot was used as the theme song for BBC’s coverage of the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. The aria became immensely popular, and chosen as the official World Cup soundtrack. In the same year, the first “Three Tenors” concert was held on the eve of the FIFA World Cup Final in Rome with 18 The Presidential Magazine

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fellow tenors Plácido Domingo and José Carreras and con-

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ISLAND WINDJAMMERS CRUISES

PIRATES AND MERMAIDS WEEK

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Sail on an epic swashbuckling adventure. There will be spice islands and rum. Costume contests, and rum. Legends of mermaids, pirate lore, and rum. It’s safe to say we know where the rum’s gone!

ISLAND WINDJAMMERS RUM CRUISE ABOARD THE VELA November 24 – 30, 2019 French West Indies Round Trip St. Lucia Home Port Rodney Bay, St. Lucia Visit Guadeloupe | Iles des Saintes | Marie Galante | Martinique Link: islandwindjammers.com

Rum away with Island Windjammers and your host, noted rum expert Dave Russell of Rum Gallery on a Rum Cruise. Learn the history of rum, how it’s made, and how to mix the perfect rum cocktail. Sample premium whites, darks, aged, spiced, ﬂavored and even a wee bit of over-proof! Sail to islands where traditional distilling methods are still used to produce some of the world’s ﬁnest rums. For rum connoisseurs or those who just like to drink it! Cruise rate includes daily samplings of some of the world’s most exotic rums, and all other rum-related activities hosted by Dave Russell. Island Windjammers does not promote over-consumption of alcohol. Please practice responsible sipping. M O R E C R U I S E S O N T H E N E X T PA G E

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TRAVEL – CONTINUED

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Aboard a luxurious modern cruise ship visiting distilleries with VIP Land Tours. Sign up for the Ultimate Rum Adventure — Rum Renaissance Caribbean Cruise in the Eastern Caribbean. If you love the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival, you’ve love the Rum Renaissance Caribbean Cruise. Experience a week of delicious adventures through the Eastern Caribbean islands, discovering the birthplaces of great rums, savoring the best rums of the region with rum seminars, tasting events, rum shopping, excursions to rum distilleries and visitor centers. Rum cruisers will meet rum experts from around the world, ﬁnd great rum bargains on each island and revel with fellow rum enthusiasts. Experience pure relaxation and incredible views along the way. The ship is delightful. The rum tours are intriguing. Searching for collectible rum bottles along the way, enjoying the company of fellow rum enthusiasts.

2020 FRENCH WEST INDIES ISLAND WINDJAMMERS CRUISE ABOARD THE VELA November 8, 2020 French West Indies Round Trip St. Lucia Home Port Rodney Bay, St. Lucia Visit a selection of: Dominica | Guadeloupe | Iles des Saintes | Martinique | Marie Galante | St. Lucia Link: islandwindjammers.com

That’s right! You can plan for your 2020 rum sipping a year ahead of time. This schedule is ideal for those who enjoyed past rum cruises and plan on coming back, and for those like to plan their year’s activity. These Islands are larger, more populated, and have a wide variety of activities and things to do. The Operations Manager will review things to do on your own, as well as a variety of optional extra excursions (not included in your cruise fare). You may help yourself to the included beverages at any time. You’re welcome to bring your own spirits on board to mix your favorite drinks. Pick it up at the duty free on your way down, or at a local market before you board.

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TAKE YOUR DOG FOR LONG WALKS. Those short morning walks are nice and welcomed by your dog, but it is those longer strolls that will make them feel loved the most. During these walks, you can explore new areas of the neighborhood or even take them to a dog park to meet up with other dogs. The dogs over at the local park love to play and can be seen dashing from one new dog friend to the next.

PLAY WITH YOUR DOG. There are plenty of options when it comes to playing with your puppy, or older dog. A rousing game of fetch will keep them intrigued for what seems like hours, while a quick game of tug of war will tire them out easily. Set aside a few minutes, multiple times a day, to play with your dog and they will reward you with barks and kisses.

BUY YOUR DOG A NEW TOY. Your dog is going to miss you every time that you leave your house, but you can show your dog that you love them by buying them a new toy to play with while you are gone. Many dogs will 24 The Presidential Magazine

be happy with a little stuffed animal, while others will prefer a ball or a rope that they can tug around. Your goal is to ﬁnd something that will keep them occupied when you are away, while also allowing them to know how much you love them.

the water, as well as the wind in their fur, as they ride along soaking up the sun right next to you. This is the perfect way to get some relaxation with your best friend by your side and get away from all the stress in life.

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ith women now accounting for over seven percent of the cigar consumption, it is not surprising that more and more cigar products are made to appeal to this demographic. We have compiled a list of six cigars “for women” — brands that have consistently gotten good ratings in the media and excellent reviews from critics. Although none of these are “cigarillos” (a topic for future explora-

tion), they are mostly small cigars with a mellow-to-medium body that women tend to prefer.

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Size: Petit Corona 5” by 42” ring gauge. Origin: Connecticut, with a ﬁller from Nicaragua. It is a layered smoke, with subtleties and depth that will keep your interest from beginning to end.

Size: Panetela 3” by 38 ring gauge. Origin: Nicaragua. Unique; the smallest cigar on the list, and perhaps the most popular. Tasting notes: hint of caramel, smooth, medium-body. A blend that isn’t bland.

Size: Petit Corona 4 5/8” by 40 ring gauge. Origin: Cuba. The closest we come to a full-bodied cigar on our list, this chocolaty little cigar layers elegantly with classic leather and subtle ﬂoral tones.

❸ ROMEO Y JULIETA ROMEO NO. 2 TUBOS ❻ ARTURO FUENTE HEMINGWAY BEST SELLER Size: Petit Corona 5 1/8” by 42 ring gauge. What might be described as “genderqueer” complexity, this little cigar’s traditional leather/toast qualities complement its more “feminine” ﬂowery and gingersnap.

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Size: Figurado 5” by 55 ring gauge. Origin: Dominican Republic. An unusual shape—one side has a rounded end; the other end is a big bulb with a nipple. Honeyginger-almond layering in a medium body setting.

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WINE I BY GEORGE DAUPHIN

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SURVIVING SUMMER: REDS THAT CAN BE CHILLED

S SUMMER APPROACHES, WE TEND TO STAY AWAY FROM THE WARMER, HEAVIER RED WINES. SO, HOW DO WE KEEP GETTING THE

SAME ANTIOXIDANTS THAT REDS SUCH AS CABERNETS AND MERLOTS OFFER? Let’s first address some misinformation regarding red wine. The common wisdom is that we are supposed to drink a red wine at “room temperature.” But does mean that if you’re at a garden party in South Beach where the temperature is 90 degrees, the wine in your hand should also be 90 degrees? I hope not. The myth comes from a misunderstanding of what the French refer to as “room temperature.” French winemakers prefer their reds at the temperature of the tasting rooms in the cellars where their wines are sampled and aged. That cellar temperature is about 55-58 degrees Fahrenheit. If you have a wine cellar in your house, keep it at that constant, and enjoy refreshing red wines all summer long. Obviously, the same holds for smaller wine coolers. Connoisseurs have a number of options, from built-in climate control units, to off-site storage services, which include Cat. 5 hurricane resistant vaults. If you are serious about wine, such a vault will ensure the safety of your wine during such a storm, although your house might be gone. When buying wine, here are some tips to getting the best quality and to keep your purchase from overheating: • It begins in the parking lot of the store where you purchase your wine. Park your car in a cool spot. Once you place the wine in your cool car, take it straight home.

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Don’t make stops along the way, leaving the wine to cook in an overheated car. You may consider putting a portable cooler in your trunk for just for the trip. Otherwise, the floor behind the driver’s seat may be the best spot for your purchase. • Choose your wine merchant carefully. Buy from a retailer who knows how to store wine. Make sure his wines are stored with the bottle lying down, in a cool place, away from direct sunlight, and away from the front door, where it could be affected by blasts of heat as customers walk in. • If you buy by the case, ask to see the cases before you pay for them. Make sure they were stored so that the bottles are either lying down or upside down. This applies to corked bottles. • Check to see if the store is kept clean. A clean store means the management cares about how your product is handled. You should also know that a bottle of wine, whether

corked or screw-capped, interacts with its environment. Bad odors, chemicals, agitation, and even sound will affect the quality of a wine. It sounds crazy to say that really bad, loud music will diminish the quality of a wine. But if you are spending over $100 for a bottle, you are entitled to consider every little thing that could affect that wine. There are some red wines that can be chilled on ice. Lambrusco, red viño verde, and Beaujolais — to some extent — come to mind (see the list below). But for the traditional dry red varietals — such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz, Sangiovese, Syrah, just to name a few — you do not want to icechill them to a temperature that is lower than the aforementioned “cellar temperature.” Lastly, if a guest brings a bottle of red to your dinner party and the bottle is warm to the touch, if for whatever reason you wish to serve it immediately, a 5-minute cool-off in a regular refrigerator before opening will not do any harm.

Yeti makes many portable coolers that you can take with you to the wine shop. They come in various sizes. It helps to keep the wine at a constant temperature until you get home.

Helpful links: yeti.com winecellarinternational.com George Dauphin is a certified sommelier with extensive experience in writing about wines and spirits.

a short List of reds that can be consumed cold As a rule of thumb, if you can’t find the specific wine on the list, try one of the same varietal that your local wine shop carries and can recommend to drink cold.

VARIETAL

WINE

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN

Grolleau

2017 Domaine des Sablonnettes Anjou Les Copains D’Abord

France (Loire Valley)

Gamay

2015 Domaine Jean Descombes (Georges Dubœuf) Morgon

France (Burgundy)

Pinot Noir

2013 August Kesseler Pinot Noir

Germanuy (Rheingau)

Nebbiolo

2015 La Kiuva Arnad-Montjovet

Italy (Vallee D’Aosta)

Lambrusco

2017 Medici Ermete Concerto Lambrusco Reggiano

Italy (Emilia-Romagna)