Post-Thanksgiving feelings.
Tis' the season: It's starting to feel a lot like the holidays here at the shop. The lights are up and the back table tastings are looking busy. Our gift wrap station is up and running - Make gift giving a cinch: let us help you find a great bottle of wine, pick out a bag, and we'll make it look so good that no one will know it took you less than 5 minutes, start to finish. Stocking up for a party? From the high end to the bargains, just ask one of our wine people for help.

In other news: those dreaded tariffs look like they aren't leaving anytime soon, meaning we'll start seeing price increases on wines in January and are already seeing some increases on European spirits (even Bailey's). Enjoy your French, Spanish, and German wines? Stock up now or you'll be paying 25% more in the near future.
ON THE TASTING TABLE THIS WEEKEND.

Friday
3pm to 8pm with Meredith of Domace Vino.
Bortolotti Prosecco
Gini Soave
Maysara Pinot Gris
Grimaldi Nebbiolo d'Alba
Durigutti Malbec
Amavi Cabernet Sauvignon


Saturday
3pm to 7pm with Alexei of Lompian (he's back for an encore and we may!)
Corta Aura Franciacorta Brut Lombardy Italy
Enkidu E Series Sauvgnon Blanc Sonoma CA
Katharina Wechsler Pinot Blanc Trocken Rheinhessen
Chateau le Crock, Chateau La Croix St. Estephe Bordeaux
Rivetti Massimo Barbera d'Alba Froi Superiore Piedmont Italy
Parajes Del Valle Monastrell Jumilla Spain

As always, all wines on the tasting table are 10% off.
Staff Picks

Domaine De Villaine, Bourgogne Cote Chalonnaise, 'La Fortune' 2016 $45.99
One of the most famous and revered names of the Cote d'Or decided to purchase some land in the Cote Chalonnaise (just South of the Cote d'Or). These wines are like peering into the heart of the great wines of Domaine Romanee Conti, which Aubert is a co-owner. Savory, soulful, satiny tannins and a touch of non-organic minerality which reminds me of river rocks baking in the sun. As a bonus, its certified oranic.
-Mary

Pullus Pinot Grigio, Slovenia 2018, $16.99
From the oldest winery in Slovenia (Ptujska Klet, 13th Century!) this is a great introduction to anyone wishing to try an "orange wine". The grape skins are left in contact with the pressed juice for 72 hours before fermentation - The resulting wine is dry, a beautifully light "orange" color with fresh lime and pear notes leading to a savory minerality. Clean, crisp, and complex at the same time this wine is great with fresh seafood and polenta.
-Patrick

Lopez de Heredia Vina Bosconia Rioja 2007, $38.99
Of all of Lopez de Heredia's offerings, this is the most Burgundian. It is a quietly complex and elegant wine with a savory component that makes it a wonderful option for the dining table.
-Doug

Massimago 'Marchesa Mariabella' Valpolicella Ripasso Veneto 2015, $39.99
This is one of my favorite new arrivals. Classically Valpolicella: it is full of bright red cherries, savoury, and wonderfully structured with a smooth, rich texture. The wine is organic and very responsbily farmed - things that we like very much here at the shop. Plus, it is downright delicious and so, so satisfying. The perfect fireside wine after a long cold day.
-Madison
The Holidays are busy enough - it's a good time to remember that we deliver. Free delivery in the downtown area with purchases over $25 pre-tax; delivery for a fee to any area further. Think of us when you need a big haul for that holiday party - no limit on delivery size.