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Wine Tastings

Wine tastings are hosted in the store weekly on Saturdays from 1-5 PM

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November 23rd 2024 Wine Tasting

  • 2023 Camille & Laurent Schaller Chablis

    (sale price $26.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - New Stock

    Domaine Camille & Laurent Schaller is a family estate located in Préhy in the heart of Chablis. The Chablis from this father/son duo comes from 30 year old Chardonnay vines from their vineyard sites around the village of Préhy. On the nose, this wine enjoys intense aromas of white flower, lemon and stone fruit. On the palate, an exceedingly well-balanced wine with exceptional minerality comes forward and the exceptional finesse and purity make for a lingering and solid finish. While this wine has many meals that it can accompany, its best qualities come forward with a fresh piece of fish in a simple beurre blanc with a squeeze of lemon.

  • 2020 Domaine Bernard Delagrange Beaune

    (price $39.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    Domaine Delagrange is a classic example of a Beaune Burgundy. This wine has a striking and vivid color - a luminous scarlet, introducing aromas of black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry) and red (cherry, gooseberry), as well as humus and underbrush. When older, it is redolent of truffle, leather, and spices. In youth, it charms the palate with the taste of crunchy fresh grape. Firm, upright and full of juice, it evolves with time, revealing a solid and absolutely convincing structure.

  • 2023 Drew Mid-Elevation Pinot Noir

    (sale price $37.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    The vineyard for the Drew Mid-Elevation is a rather extreme coastal site in Northern California. This site resides just north of the Sonoma Coast border and immediately south west of the Anderson Valley. Grapes grown at this elevation produce low yields and intense concentration that are overall refreshing. Smaller berries and thick skins on the fruit produce flavors with deep tones and mouthwatering aftertastes. This richly colored wine has an intense nose of black cherries, heirloom plum all along a forest floor base. In the mouth the flavors of pomegranate and hint of persimmon are balanced out by a long, mineral finish.

  • 2022 Willm Kirchberg de Barr Grand Cru Riesling

    (sale price $24.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    The Willm Grand Cru Kirchberg de Barr Grand Cru Riesling offers up yellow hue with hints of green, the nose is fine and delicate, elegant and racy, presenting the aromas of fresh fruit. The attack is supple, suggesting notes of lemon. The final reveals hints of ripe fruit and candied fruit with a finish that is fat and long.

November 16, 2024 Wine Tasting

  • 2022 Nicolas Delfaud Macon Verze

    (sale price $24.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    The Nicolas Delfaud Macon-Verze from Newcomer Nicolas DelFaud is grown on eastern-facing clay limestone slopes in the appellation of Macon-Verzé. Currently in organic conversion, Nicolas farms 4 hectares of Chardonnay and Gamay vines ranging in age up to 55 years old. Fresh and nervy with citrus fruit notes and a mineral core, this Chardonnay reveals the natural verve and mineral tension in the terroir of this under-the- radar village.

  • 2022 Holloran Pinot Noir

    (sale price $29.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - New Stock

    The grapes for the Holloran Pinot Noir are blended from carefully selected barrels from several of the Holloran vineyard sites. These sites are a mix of volcanic-based sites, and vineyards planted on sedimentary soils. All sites are farmed in an organic/biodynamic manner. Brimming with bright cherry aromas on the nose, once in the mouth, undercurrents of black fruit surround the elegant and structured core.

  • 2023 Clear Skies Fear No Bolts

    (sale price $21.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    “Clear Skies” draws from the Greek folk phrase for “purity”, delineating the character of this no-intervention organically grown blend of three indigenous Greek grapes, Malagousia, Xinomavro & Assyrtiko. These grapes have a 15 day maceration with skin contact, then vinified with no additives and bottles unfiltered and unfined, all of which gives this wine its signature orange hue. This dry wine enjoys a fruit-forward nose with notes of wet stone, baked citrus and persistent minerality.

November 9, 2024 Wine Tasting

  • 2022 Louis Jadot Chateau Des Jacques Moulin a Vent

    (price $36.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    The Chateau Des Jacques Moulin a Vent is one of the Cru Beaujolais from Louis Jadot. This full, robust Beaujolais offers a fleshy texture and greater longevity than any other Beaujolais cru. Its exceptional structure supports vivid red fruit aromas.

  • 2023 Lafon Mâcon Villages Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon

    (sale price $29.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    Considered one of the finest winemakers in France, Dominique Lafon produces some of the most coveted white Burgundies. His Mâcon-Villages is fleshy, with a mélange of citrus, melon and mineral aromas and flavors, a bright profile and good persistence. Following certified biodynamic farming practices, this wine is made from 30+ year old chardonnay vines that thrive in the deep clay/limestone soil.

  • Croft Reserve Tawny Port

    (sale price $24.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    The Croft Reserve Tawny Port is light brick red, with an amber hue. On the nose, rich red fruit, notes of caramel, raisins and cloves. On the palate, cardamom, spice, butterscotch and elegant redcurrant, interwoven with attractive nutty aromas. Smooth and round on the palate, full of luscious strawberry jam flavors and an elegant finish.

November 2, 2024 Wine Tasting

  • 2021 Domaine Anderson Estate Chardonnay

    (sale price $34.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - New Stock

    Winemaker Darrin Low (previously at Flowers Vineyards) is now winemaker at Domaine Anderson and brings you this incredible Chardonnay. The Domaine Anderson Estate Chardonnay is alive with aromas of tangerine peel and grilled peaches. The palate is crisp with a focus on Meyer lemon and baked apple notes. This Chardonnay has depth, energy and balance and completes is journey with a long and refreshing finish.

  • 2022 Three Otters Pinot Noir

    (sale price $22.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - New Stock

    Balanced and smooth, Three Otters Pinot Noir brings both the flavor and scent of fresh red fruits to the table. With playful hints of leather, mushrooms, sassafras, sage, and rosemary, it is best paired with light cuts of meat, charcuterie, and cheese.

October 26, 2024 Wine Tasting

  • 2019 Poggiotondo Brunello di Montalcino

    (sale price $54.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    This vintage in Italy is off the charts in both taste and quality. The Poggiotondo Brunello di Montalcino is extremely focused and round and ready to drink. In the mouth the soft, velvety tannins give this wine both length and grandeur, paired with its full-bodied style this wine will easily lead you into an intense and textured finish. This wine exemplifies Poggiotondo's commitment to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking in Montalcino. This wine is an excellent addition to any cellar.

  • 2021 Cieck Erbaluce di Caluso "Misobolo"

    (sale price $29.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    Erbaluce is a grape native to Piedmont, Italy. The “Misobolo” is the most cherished vineyard on the estate, home to the 4000 of the oldest Erbaluce vines. The flavor profile of this wine shows off a straw-yellow hue with pronounced aromas of pear and honeydew. Well structured and balanced on the palate with a long mineral and savory finish. The crisp, dry taste makes it an ideal companion to fish, and also pairs excellent with vegetable pastas and mild cheeses.

  • 2019 Château Malleret Le Baron de Malleret

    (sale price $24.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    Le Baron de Malleret is a blend of both Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that is bold and fruit-driven on the nose with aromas of blackberries and toasted oak. Elegant flavors of dark fruit, black cherries, and vanilla are supported by supple tannins.

  • Dignitat Cava

    (sale price $15.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    Crafted organically, this single vineyard Cava delights with its captivating yeasty notes and a refreshing, graceful effervescence. On the palate, it reveals a symphony of pear, apple, and citrus flavors, accentuated by delicate hints of honey and mineral. Whether paired with a spread of tapas or savored solo, its persistent bubbles add vivacity to any occasion, making it a splendid choice for gatherings of all kinds

  • Isotta Manzoni L'Essenza Prosecco Brut

    (sale price $15.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    A delicate, well-balanced Prosecco, showing a good blend of baked apple, sour lemon and grapefruit, with a lightly creamy mineral texture on the palate. Medium froth, with some body and a pleasant lemon and mineral finish.

October 19, 2024 Wine Tasting

  • 2021 The Verge Cabernet Sauvignon

    (sale price $26.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    The Verge Cabernet Sauvignon is a great find from California’s Alexander Valley. Deep purple in color with aromas of blueberry and black cherry, the palate is intermingled with blackberries, and touch of cacao and firm, round tannins leading you into a velvety, graceful finish.

  • 2023 Domaine Zafeirakis Assyrtiko

    (sale price $27.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - Inactive

    The Domaine Zafeirakis Assyrtiko is grown in Tyranayos located in the region of Thessaly. This stunning Greek white wine throws off a pale yellow hue in the glass as aromas of meyer lemon rise up to greet the olfactory senses. In the mouth flavors of saline notes of tropical fruit and citrus flood the tastebuds before the classic acidity and minerality take over and lead you into a crisp, refreshing finish. Assyrtiko is famously grown on the isle of Santorini, but this superb Assytiko from the mainland will not disappoint. This white wine will pair beautifully with any white fish as well as raw shellfish and would be a classic match with a traditional tomato-feta salad.

October 12, 2024 Wine Tasting

  • 2023 Essay

    (sale price $12.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    This South African white wine is a unique blend of Chenin Blanc, Viognier and Roussane. These vines thrive in shale soil which produce wines with a distinct freshness and minerality. The Chenin Blanc produces appetite-whetting aromas of pineapple and guava which greet you on the nose and once in the mouth, the Viognier and Roussanne gives the wine an aromatic lift and a touch of richness on the palate. Not much to think about here, just open, relax, and enjoy.

  • 2022 Mas de Gourgonnier Les Baux de Provence

    (sale price $19.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - In Stock

    Provence Winemakers Luck Cartier and his daughter Eve have carried on their family tradition of winemaking since the eighteenth century. One of the first certified organic estates in Provence, their Mas de Gourgonnier rouge is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carignan. Once in the glass, you are greeted with a bright cherry nose and flavors of spiced berries, plums, dark chocolate and a hint of ginger. For those of you who may be grilling some lamb chops, this wine would make a perfect pairing.

October 5, 2024 Wine Tasting

  • 2023 Tenuta Il Bergo Gavi di Gavi

    (sale price $17.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - New Stock

    A classically styled Gavi di Gavi, the Tenuta Il Bergo is an outstanding example of what can be down with the Cortese grape. This white wine from Piedmont shows off aromas of white flowers and light citrus. This wine is clean, mineral driven and well balanced. Grilling up some swordfish or Sea Bass and this wine will pair beautifully.

  • 2022 Tunella Pinot Nero

    (sale price $19.99)

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    750ml - Bottle - New Stock

    The grapes for the Tunella Pinot Nero are harvested at the peak degree of ripeness, destemmed and crushed before being fermented on their skins in stainless-steel vats and aged in French oak barrels. The result is a Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir) with an intense ruby red color and an inviting warm hue as you pour it into the glass. The distinct aroma gives off a bouquet of raspberry and wild berries that intensifies as the wine opens. In the mouth, this wine has a pleasant, dry and aromatic palate that is followed up with a subtle brightness leading you into a lingering velvet finish

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