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Wine Tastings

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

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May 16th 2026 Wine Tasting

@ $29.99/ea

2024 Bezel Pinot Noir by Cakebread
(sale price $29.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
The Bezel Pinot Noir, crafted by the renowned Cakebread Family, from California’s San Luis Obispo Coast is a vibrant, elegant red with bright acidity and refined tannins. Aromas of tart cherry, plum, and cedar lead into flavors of raspberry, cranberry, and subtle baking spice. Bezel Pinot Noir is a versatile wine that pairs beautifully with roast duck, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, or potstickers. A standout expression of cool-climate California Pinot Noir, it balances fruit, earth, and elegance in every sip.
@ $29.99/ea

2024 Le Petit Silex Sancerre
(sale price $29.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
The Le Petit Silex Sancerre is sharp, stony, and seriously satisfying. This Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire’s prized silex (flint) soils delivers zesty citrus, green pear, and a streak of gunflint minerality that cuts clean through the palate. It’s brisk and elegant, with electric acidity and a dry, polished finish. Think lime zest on wet stone, with a whisper of white flowers. A wine for oysters, chèvre, or warm afternoons when nothing but crisp will do.

May 9th 2026 Wine Tasting

@ $26.99/ea

2024 Buglioni Gabriella Lugana
(sale price $26.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
The Gabriella Lugana from Buglioni is a vibrant expression of estate-grown Trebbiano di Lugana from a single vineyard south of Lake Garda. Hand-harvested fruit benefits from a balanced growing season of early rains and warm, sunny ripening, resulting in a wine of freshness and structure. In the glass, it shows a straw yellow hue with green reflections. Aromatically, it is intense and floral, layered with bright citrus and fresh fruit notes. On the palate, it is crisp and well-balanced, with lively acidity and delicate mineral undertones, delivering a clean, refreshing finish.
@ $39.99/ea

2023 Jacopo Biondi Santi Castello di Montepò Sassoalloro
(sale price $39.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
The Castello di Montepò Sassoalloro from Tuscany, Italy, is a refined expression of Sangiovese Grosso, also known as "BBS11" (Brunello Biotipo Biondi-Santi), a unique clone cherished for its depth and elegance. Crafted by the Biondi-Santi family, renowned for their Brunello heritage. The Sassoalloro is beautifully balanced and structured wine, capturing the essence of Sangiovese Grosso, rich fruit, smooth tannins refined, and approachable style. Its richness and complexity make it an excellent choice for pairing with roasted meats, game, and aged cheeses, yet it remains versatile enough to enjoy on its own. The exceptional balance that makes it both age-worthy and enjoyable in its youth

May 2nd 2026 Wine Tasting

@ $27.99/ea

2023 Altruria Cabernet Sauvignon
(sale price $27.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
The Altruria Cabernet Sauvignon opens with expressive aromas of black cherry, violets, and cardamom, layered with subtle notes of sage and warm spice. The palate is plush and full- bodied, featuring a concentrated core of cassis, blackberry, and ripe plum, accented by touches of vanilla bean, clove, and nutmeg. Silky, well-integrated tannins provide structure and depth, leading to a long, elegant finish that remains dry and refined. This Cabernet is a natural match for grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, or slow-cooked beef ragu, and also pairs beautifully with aged cheeses whose nutty or smoky flavors complement the wine’s dark fruit and gentle oak spice.
@ $10.99/ea

2025 Mapreco Vinho Verde
(sale price $10.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
The Mapreco Vinho Verde is a classic, easy-drinking white from Portugal’s Minho region, prized for its bright acidity, light effervescence, and refreshing, low-alcohol style. This Vinho Verde is a blend of Alvarinho (Albarino) and Loureiro grapes. It shows lively notes of apple, citrus, and pear, making it an ideal aperitif or pairing for shellfish, salads, and light summer fare and a terrific pairing for a summer fish fry.

April 25th 2026 Wine Tasting

@ $10.99/ea

2024 Groiss Grüner Veltliner Landwein
(sale price $10.99)

1L - Liter - In Stock
Weingut Groiss presents this delicious Austrian Grüner Veltliner. Here is a wine that radiates character, with its forward notes of aromatic fruit and crisp acidity. Its long, dry finish makes it especially well-suited to serving alongside seafood and shellfish dishes, or as a refreshing aperitif. In the summer, this wine is a perfect fit for salads, cold poached salmon, and even take-out sushi. The low alcohol (usually around 12%) is also a plus in the hot weather. Another added plus is the one liter size bottle which gives you an extra glass or two in each bottle. If you have yet to introduce yourself to an Austrian Grüner Veltliner, the Groiss is definitely the one you want to try!
@ $19.99/ea

2023 Cœur de Granit Chénas
(sale price $19.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
The Cœur de Granit Chénas is a Cru Beaujolais offering both freshness and depth and an excellent example of the Gamay grape. This wine shows a deep ruby hue with purple highlights, an aromatic nose of red fruits and delicate florals, and a palate layered with blackberry, cassis, and subtle spice. Balanced tannins and a granite-driven minerality support its vibrant acidity, leading to a fresh, lingering finish of raspberry, cherry, and cranberry.

April 18th 2026 Wine Tasting

@ $24.99/ea

2019 Podere Casanova Rosso di Montepulciano
(sale price $24.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
The Podere Casanova Rosso di Montepulciano is a smooth, medium-bodied Super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot, offering bright garnet color and expressive aromas of dried rose, violet, marasca cherry, red currant, plum, and mulberry, accented by warm spices like cinnamon, star anise, and clove. The palate is fresh and balanced, with ripe cherry and plum fruit, mature mid-palate tannins, and a lively, savory finish touched by blood orange. Sourced from sandy, clay-rich Montepulciano soils, this wine pairs beautifully with grilled meats, game, mushroom dishes, and medium-aged cheeses, and can age gracefully for up to eight years.
@ $15.99/ea

2024 Aquamarine Sauvignon Blanc
(sale price $15.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
The Aquamarine Sauvignon Blanc is a shining example of why Marlborough wines are so captivating. Bursting with zesty citrus, juicy passionfruit, and a hint of freshly picked herbs, it’s a lively, aromatic delight. The tropical aromas draw you in, while the crisp acidity delivers an invigorating sip. Bright flavors of white grapefruit and peach take center stage, with subtle notes of spiced lime, green berries, and fresh-cut grass adding depth. This elegant yet well-structured Sauvignon Blanc is a perfect match for goat cheese appetizers and shines alongside fresh seafood.

April 11th 2026 Wine Tasting

@ $24.99/ea

2020 Bodegas Riojanas Monte Real Reserva Rioja
(sale price $24.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
The Monte Real Reserva has a very intense cherry color with a tawny rim. On the nose clean and powerful aromas, with an harmonious blend of ageing in oak and vinous notes. In mouth wide structure tasty, with nice body. Polished and smooth tannins. Aromas extend retro-nasally, with a long, persistent finish.
@ $17.99/ea

2024 Château Les Valentines "Miss Valentine"
(sale price $17.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
Dry, delicate and refreshing the Miss Valentine rosé from Château Les Valentines is a blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah. Notes of fresh red berry and touch of citrus surround this light bodied wine. Soft on the palate with flavors of cherry and strawberry, this wine enjoy both balance and minerality leading you into a smooth, satisfying finish

April 4th 2026 Wine Tasting

@ $29.99/ea

2022 Château Les Valentines Rouge
(sale price $29.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
Château Les Valentines Rouge has a deep ruby hue that pulls you in with its seductive aroma. This wine is rich and full- bodied wine and comes alive with notes of ripe fruit and warm, toasted spice. Crafted from a harmonious blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Carignan, and Cabernet Sauvignon, it’s a layered and expressive red, perfect for any red mean you have on your menu.
@ $39.99/ea

2024 Romain Reverdy Sancerre
(sale price $39.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
The Romain Reverdy Sancerre comes from the family’s vineyards around Verdigny, where the Reverdy family has tended vines for generations with a deep commitment to sustainable viticulture and terroir expression. Vineyards include classic Sancerre soils, chalky terres blanches, gravelly caillottes, and flinty silex, which contribute vibrant acidity, purity, and minerality to the wine. Romain and his team practice careful vineyard work and gentle, temperature-controlled vinification to preserve freshness and fruit character. The resulting Sauvignon Blanc is dry, precise, and aromatic, with crisp citrus and mineral notes that showcase the unique character of Sancerre’s varied soils.

March 28th 2026 Wine Tasting

@ $39.99/ea

2023 Jacopo Biondi Santi Castello di Montepò Sassoalloro
(sale price $39.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
The Castello di Montepò Sassoalloro from Tuscany, Italy, is a refined expression of Sangiovese Grosso, also known as "BBS11" (Brunello Biotipo Biondi-Santi), a unique clone cherished for its depth and elegance. Crafted by the Biondi-Santi family, renowned for their Brunello heritage. The Sassoalloro is beautifully balanced and structured wine, capturing the essence of Sangiovese Grosso, rich fruit, smooth tannins refined, and approachable style. Its richness and complexity make it an excellent choice for pairing with roasted meats, game, and aged cheeses, yet it remains versatile enough to enjoy on its own. The exceptional balance that makes it both age-worthy and enjoyable in its youth
@ $33.99/ea

2024 Domaine Frantz Chagnoleau Macon Villages Clos Saint Pancras
(sale price $33.99)

750ml - Bottle - In Stock
Frantz Chagnoleau has done it again! This renown winemaker of Burgundy along with his wife Caroline Gon bring this fabulous Macon Village. Working his vineyards sustainably, hand picking, hand prunning and using only indigenous yeast this winemaking duo present to you the Macon Villages Clos Saint Pancras. This White Burgundy hails from the Maconnais region and is derived from 30 year old Chardonnay vines grown organically in soil that is comprised rocky, limestone soil. Thanks to this unique terrior, this wine first greets you with bright and fresh crispness. The bouquet is a symphony of aromas of pear, lime and green apple. Once in the mouth, the flavor of lightly toasted nuts leads you into a crisp palate fill with notes of citrus.

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