Bottles and Bites

Shopping for wine can be difficult, especially when you don't quite know how to describe what you like. One easy way to shop for wine is by shopping from our staff picks - tried and true wines hand chosen by our employees. Here's what some of us are drinking these days: Andy Sui Lieviti Frizzante This versatile wine is gently effervescent. It has aromas of peach and apricot, and it tastes like stone fruit, green apple, and cider. Enjoy with appetizers and great company. $19.99 - Add to Cart Clean Slate Riesling  With peach undertones and subtle minerality, this crisp and...

So you’ve decided to serve wine at your holiday party, but where do you start? What kind should you get? How much should you buy? This guide will help you answer these questions and more. WHAT KIND OF WINE SHOULD I BUY?   Make yourself more interesting! A bottle of wine can be a great conversation piece at any event, so ask questions at your local shop.  When buying for a number of people and you don't know what they all drink, stay away from the extremes; think crowd appeal. Bubbly is a great palate cleanser and a festive way to...

Welcome to the latest installment of Wine Wednesdays with Adam! Each week we'll explore some of my favorite wines and what makes them stand out from the crowd. This week, we’re looking at my favorite lesser-known varietals. Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir... these varietals have dominated the US wine world for quite some time. That makes them really easy to find, but there are lots of benefits to enjoying varietals that are a little off the beaten path. For one, an unfamiliar but tasty bottle of wine is way more interesting! If you're enjoying it with a group, it can...

Ingredients 1 bottle of dry red wine, chilled (we suggest Protocolo Tinto) 1/4 cup orange liqueur (we suggest Walcher Arancello Liqueur) 2 tablespoons pomegranate syrup (optional; we suggest Powell & Mahoney Pomegranate Mix) 1 cup water 1 apple, sliced 1 orange, sliced (blood orange is optimal) 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds 2 torn rosemary sprigs 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar (optional) Directions Stir water, orange liqueur, pomegranate syrup, sugar, and rosemary sprigs in a pitcher or carafe. Add sliced apple, orange, and pomegranate seeds and refrigerate overnight. When ready to drink, stir in the bottle of chilled dry red wine. Serve over ice if desired.  Tools of the Trade True Chill...

Shopping for wine can be difficult, especially when you don't quite know how to describe what you like. One easy way to shop for wine is by shopping from our staff picks - tried and true wines hand chosen by our employees. Here's what some of us are drinking these days: Elizabeth Jo Landron Amphibolite Muscadet This natural, organic wine from France is crisp and so satisfying. Drink with oysters or sushi for the ultimate experience! $14.99 - Add to Cart Lise et Bertrand Jousset Exile Blanc This French wine is a blend of organic Chenin & Chardonnay grapes. It's...