February 1st, 2018
Your Monthly News & Updates
We are fast approaching February 4th and we all know that means SUPER BOWL 52!!! There are tons of events and activities happening this week all around our great state. We hope you are getting out there and enjoying all Minnesota has to offer! When it gets to be game time we'll have the libations ready. Come and see us there is plenty of parking in our lot!

Come in and check out our "BOLD NORTH" display.
Every locally distilled spirit in our shop is set out on our center table...

Our "BOLD NORTH" display includes :
Tattersall, Vikre, J.Carver, BET, Norseman, Twin Spirits, Lawless, Wander North, Skaalvenn, Far North, Panther, Prairie, Du Nord, 11 Wells, Fulton + Copper & Kings Collaboration, Chankaska Creek Krem Liqueurs, and Crooked Water.
Who knew MN was so prolific?!
UPCOMING EVENTS
TODAY (Thursday, Feb. 1st) :
Free Tasting with Tattersall Distillery
Tattersall Distilling will be at our back tasting table TODAY (Thursday, February 1st) from 4:30-7:30pm serving up complimentary samples of their spirits and cocktails for your enjoyment. Join us!!!
Coming Soon : Scotch Class
Thursday, February 22nd
Scotch Tasting - The Debate: Independent Bottlers vs Small Distilleries
Jeff Peterson and William Skelly will be guiding us through this comparative tasting of 8 outstanding Whiskies in our cellar. Find out more details including the full tasting lineup and buy tickets on Eventbrite (link below).
FEATURED WINES
Wines you didn't know were cool (staff selections):
Emily's Pick:
Morotti Campi, "Orgiolo" Lacrima di Morro d'Alba Superiore (2014)

Who doesn't like getting flowers? The Lacrima grape is so exceptionally aromatic, it's as if your significant other bought and delivered the whole flower shop to your glass. This grape is native to the region of--you would never guess--Lacrima di Morro d'Alba. It's a unique flavor with notes of pink peppercorns, herbs, roses (obviously) and velvety black and dark red fruits.
Dave's Pick:
Bhilar, Rioja (2015)

Sourced from the high altitude vineyards of Rioja Alavesa, this value driven red has bold berry fruit framed by spice, brambly earth and a bracing freshness provided by well draining, chalky soil. This wine has plenty of interest while remaining elegant and approachable. Delicious on its own, its even better then most Riojas with food. Try with a meaty stew.
The Star Tribune's (Super Bowl) Wine of the Week:
Domaine Mas de Rey, Coeur de Camargue (2015)

"Winter usually is associated with red wines but sometimes an aromatic, energetic white is just the ticket. The Coeur de Camargue 2015 is just such a treat, with a heady nose, gorgeous stone and citrus fruit flavors, and a persistent, refreshing finish. The “lift” in this white blend comes from mouthwatering mineral notes and just a bit of saline, not surprising since the grapes are sourced a few miles from the Mediterranean Sea. Ideal for a Super Bowl (or other) party thanks to its affinity for appetizers, this French beauty also should play well with most any preparation of fish or fowl." -Bill Ward
WHAT'S NEW
New Wines :
Forlorn Hope, Gemischter Satz (2014)
Forlorn Hope, "The Kerrigans" Carignan (2015)
Matthiasson, Napa Valley Red Wine (2013)
Matthiasson, Napa Valley White Wine (2015)
Horse and Plow, "The Gardener" Pinot Noir (2014)
Abeja, Cabernet Sauvignon (2013) - 92 Points Wine Advocate
Abeja, Chardonnay (2015) - 90 Points Wine Enthusiast
Hacienda Monasterio, Ribera Del Duero (2012) - 94 Points Wine Advocate

Our Warre's Vintage Port Selection is now on the shelf:
(1970, 1980, 1994, 2000, & 2007)
We have 15 Different Vintage Ports/LBV ports in total to choose from!
FRIDAY & SATURDAY'S FREE WINE TASTINGS
Friday's Free Tasting Lineup:
Domaine Mas de Rey, Coeur de Camargue Blanc, FR
Cline Family, Farmhouse White, CA
Abeja, Chardonnay, WA
Wines of Substance, "CS" Cabernet Sauvignon, WA
Lioco, "Sativa" Carignan​, Mendocino, CA
Cedar + Salmon, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR


We are still picking the wines for the free tasting on Saturday (3-7pm). We will post the lineup to Facebook prior to the tasting Saturday, and as always make sure to ask for the secret sipper!