SOLD OUT! Join us for an evening of Tuscan wines from the historic producer Villa Calcinaia. The estate, home to Italian Counts Capponi, has been around since the 1500's and been producing wines of acclaim since the early 20th century. They of course are most known for their Chiantis - it is Tuscany after all […]
Once a darling of the wine world, Merlot's fate went sideways. With this tasting we are out to reaffirm just how delicious Merlot can be and demonstrate its much deserved place in your hearts. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 to participate […]
We had so much fun at our Italian American kick-off to Family Meal season that we're making it a tradition! This meal will be sure to bring you back to the checkered tablecloths and red sauce joints of our collective memories. Grab your friends and family members and come prepared to eat and drink like […]
Halloween is in a couple of days, so our theme for this Saturday is a riff on Trick or Treat: we'll be tasting six classic grape varieties grown in non-classical places. Think Sauvignon Blanc... from Italy, and Syrah... from Morocco. Of course, all of them are delicious, per Arroyo Vino standards, so there's no real trick just the […]
Haus Alpenz is an awesome import company, bringing in some of our favorite rums and amari. They also have a great portfolio of fortified wines and Madeiras which is what we will be focusing on in this seminar-style tasting. We will be hosting J Henahan, who has helped choose the wines for the Sotolon Selections […]
Presidential elections are always nerve-wracking, and this year is no different. The media coverage and conversations are wall-to-wall, ceiling-to-floor, all encompassing with little room for anything else. Regardless of whether one is a politico or not, space will need to be made for sustenance and a break from the fray; that's where we come in. We'll be serving […]
Izakaya are Japanese pubs, places where hardworking folks go to unwind after a long day, places with heart- and belly warming food and drinks. Our ode to the Izakaya, complete with binchotan grills, will be made all the merrier by the awesome folks at Floating World who will be in the house selling some great […]
We're so excited to welcome Santa Fe's own Chris Romero back for another seminar! This time around we will be featuring spirits from the famed Willet Distillery as well as Tequila Tapatio. Currently a sales rep for Santa Fe Boutique Wine and Spirits, Chris cut his teeth working at and running some of the best […]
Though the Thanksgiving meal and the faces around the table may change from year to year, the question of what wine to serve with it can be guaranteed to make an appearance. As always, we are here to help! Come check out our six picks for Turkey Day 2024. $10 per person; credited back with the […]
Join us for an intimate wine dinner with Spottswoode Winery The opportunity to host a dinner with Beth Weber Novak fell into our laps at the last minute, and we jumped at it. Daughter of Spottwoode's founder, Mary Novak, Beth has been an integral part in the estate since 1987; she is now its President […]
We're taking you up to Northern Italy with this iteration of Family Meal. Known for being heavy handed with meat and starch - which can be true - Piedmontese cuisine has so much more to offer. We will be exploring what this region has to offer, from classic dishes to hidden gems. And, obviously, we'll […]
Collio, in the Northeastern corner of Italy is fast becoming the latest darling of the wine industry. Though the folks at Venica & Venica pay this new attention no mind and keep making the same stunning wines that have brought the spotlight to their home. We will have Giampaolo Venica - the fourth generation to […]
Thanksgiving is our kind of holiday: entirely focused on eating and drinking with the folks you care about most. Join us this year for a 3-course, prix fixe meal; we'll be serving the classics as well as some non-traditional dishes, all of which will be sure to satisfy any palate. Let us do the cooking […]
We could wax poetical about Burgundy until the end of time, but this isn't the time or place for that. Suffice it to say, this rainy, mercurial region in France puts out what is undoubtedly the best wine in the world and this oenophilic output would be impossible without a delicious culinary backbone to support […]
Agave spirits have taken the U.S. by storm these past few years and, as it tends to happen, prices have skyrocketed. Join us this Saturday to taste our favorite, cult high-end agave spirits and decide for yourselves if they're worth the price... $25 per person; credited back with the purchase of $75 No Reservations Required Tasting […]
Having a glass of red wine whilst a roaring fire keeps the cold winter night at bay is perhaps on of the most iconic scenes out there. Come by this Saturday to taste our top fire-side vinos and get inspired for the long cold nights ahead. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 […]
It's time for our annual Feast of the Seven Fishes Family Meal. This classic, Italian-American holiday dinner is one of our favorites, and judging by the turn-out each year, you all love it as well. As with many traditions, the origins of the Seven Fishes Feast are hard to pin down and seem to have […]
Wine makes any holiday more divine so no matter your reason for celebration this holiday season, we've got your libation station covered. Though it's true that Champagne goes with everything, we'd be copping out if we just left it at that, so come by this Saturday to taste what other celebratory juice we're excited about. […]
The holidays are busy and filled with running around, last minute shopping, family, and lots of cooking. Let us relieve some of that pressure by doing the cooking and cleaning on Christmas Eve. Our annual 3-Course Prix Fixe Dinner is sure to be delicious, with something to please every palate. And of course, there is […]
What to drink on New Year's Eve: Bubbles, bubbles, bubbles, and more bubbles! Louis Roederer is widely considered on of the best 'Big Houses" in Champagne. They grow almost all of their own fruit - the only purchased fruit is used in the annual Collection series - and they use organic and biodynamic practices in […]
Come ring in 2025 in style! We're offering a 3-course prix fixe menu full of luxuriously delicious items that will be sure to bring joy to your tastebuds - a truly auspicious start to a new year and a fitting way to say good bye to to 2024. New Year’s Eve 3-Course Prix Fise Tuesday, […]
There's a reason we do this Family Meal every year: it's delicious and everyone loves it! The lasagna possibilities are potentially endless; for this iteration of our Lasagna Night, we're going new-classic spinach & mushroom with a gilding of truffles and, as always, Chef has created an awesome menu to round out our star. Seatings […]
We have a love affair with the Crescent City. New Orleans, NoLa, is world renown for its cuisine, a cuisine that draws from the city's century-long history, from the French, the Spanish, the African and Native peoples, and the entirely unique Creole culture that grew from the mixing of these cultures. NoLa's foodscape continues to […]
We are excited to host the one-and-only Robert Sinskey for a wine dinner on Tuesday, January 28th! Robert has been making wine in Napa Valley for over forty years. During this time, he has built a name for himself as not only a master of his craft, but as a champion for sustainable growing practices and for […]
We're taking a spin on the traditional Spring/Winter theme of Groundhog Day for this Saturday Tasting. Being that groundhogs live in the ground, we're focusing the lens of our tasting on dirt, aka terroir. We'll be opening six wines that distinctly display and celebrate the unique place from which they are grown. Come taste just […]
Another of our favorites, Prime Rib night is our chance to travel back in time to the glory days of the Supper Club, and we do love a bit of vintage kitsch: relish trays, wedge salads, and big 'ol slabs of beef! This family meal sells out fast so be sure to call to join […]
Celebrations practically scream out for wine; Valentine's Day, when the focus is on romance, probably more so than most - even if one is forgoing the canoodling in favor of a friend hang, wine will be sure to enhance your evening. So, with this in mind, this Saturday Tasting will focus on wines to set […]
Come celebrate the one(s) you love in style this Valentine's Day with our three-course prix fixe dinner. Valentine's Day is synonymous with romance and paying homage to the one you love. The flip side of this is that there's too often unnecessary stress around choosing a gift and snagging the perfect dinner reservation; let us […]
Join us for a Barolo Wine Seminar. Barolo is the king of Italian wines; 100% Nebbiolo, the wines are powerful with serious aging potential - traditionally they were made to drink in 25 years, though, with improved vineyard management and winemaking techniques, the Barolos of today are quite approachable in their youth. Our very own […]
We will be participating in New Mexico Restaurant Week, February 17th through the 26th. We'll be offering a 3-course prix fixe menu for $60 per person + tax & gratuity. Our normal, a la carte menu will not be available during Restaurant Week.
The wild party before the restrictions of Lent, Mardi Gras can get crazy! This Saturday Tasting will feature wines that would make Bacchus smile in this classic celebration of excess - the storm before the calm if you will... $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; […]
We are quite excited to host Alberto Grimaldi for a seminar! The wines of Piedmont, in northern Italy, are some of our favorites, and, judging by the turn-out for our tastings, seminars, and wine dinners, the wines are beloved by you all as well... This great wine region is home to many amazing producers, the […]
It's unsurprising that we have a mild cookbook addiction. The best of them provide an education in both food and culture as well as delicious - and successful - recipes, the lesser of the category provide pretty pictures and glimpses of ideas; Yotam Ottolenghi's cookbooks somehow manage to do all of these things. They are […]
Daylight Savings Time removes an hour from our days - there are many times when wine does this as well... This Saturday we're opening six wines that we think are worth losing an hour to. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 to […]
Join us for a seminar about every wine professional's favorite grape: Riesling. Our one and only Elizabeth will be guiding us through the many faces that this amazing grape can take; from acerbically dry to lushly sweet, Riesling can do it all! As a former regional sales manager for Skurnik Fine Wines - importers of […]
Not much needs to be said about this one: Fried Chicken. It sold out in less than a day last year, and about as quickly every year that we've done it. Being from Texas, Chef Allison knows a thing or two about frying chicken so grab your pals and come chow down! Seatings at 5:00 […]
It's time for our annual Giuliana Wine Company direct import tasting. We're switching things up this year: instead of doing a single walk around tasting, we're doing two seminars. This will be part one of these dueling seminars. The wines this week will focus on the wines of Piedmont excluding the famous regions of Barolo […]
It's time for our annual Giuliana Imports direct import tasting. We're switching things up this year: instead of doing a single walk around tasting, we're doing two seminars. This will be part two of these dueling seminars. The wines this week will focus on the famous regions of Barolo and Barbaresco, where Nebbiolo reigns supreme. […]
As we've mentioned, we go a bit gaga for retro dining experiences. This is particularly so for the booming Tiki culture of the 1940s and 50s. In case you'v been living under a rock these past few years, Tiki is back in a big way and we couldn't be happier about it! While this renaissance […]
We have the pleasure of hosting Marc Hochar, the third generation of Chateau Musar, for a wine seminar! Founded in 1930 by Gaston Hochar, Château Musar has been the leader in Lebanese wine, and wines from the greater Middle East in general, for decades. Farming organically in the Bekka Valley, where grapes have been grown […]
We would likely drink all the wine in France if left to our own devices, but we're not arrogant enough to think we can do it alone, so we're enlisting your help! Our July Grand Deck Tasting will feature France and nothing but, so don your berets et amis and come taste your way around […]
Hop on in to taste some wines that will provide that extra something special to your Easter meal - or just brighten your Sunday in general! $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 to participate
This iteration of Family Meal will focus on the iconic cuisines of Mexico City and Oaxaca. Mexican flavors and dishes have already laid claim to the American palate and are currently having a moment on the global food scene. So many ingredients have their origins in this part of the world that many international cuisines […]
Rioja is fast becoming one of our biggest sellers, so we figured it was time for a wine seminar about this vast region in Northern Spain. Roughly the size of Texas and about as varied in landscape, Rioja is a hard thing to pin down. Our local Spanish wine expert Chris Barnes, the national sales […]
Alice Waters, at her restaurant Chez Panisse, literally redefined American cuisine and the way we think about food and dining. The emphasis on farm-fresh produce and sustainably raised meat that is second nature today can be traced back to her and her restaurant - an establishment which is still at the forefront of the Restaurant […]
Though the classic Mother's Day tradition is to take mom out to brunch, we think it's way more fun to show up with a lovely bottle of wine and a selection of tasty treats. Along those lines, we'll have our lovely James pouring wines we think will put the biggest smiles on the faces of […]
It's time for our first Grand Deck Tasting of the season! The theme for this tasting is spring wines: think crisp whites, fresh reds and a few rosés to round it all out. As always, we'll have all of our distributers pouring their faves and a yummy snack from Chef. $50 per person; credited back […]
Portugal is having a bit of a moment these days; it tops the latest lists of must visit travel destinations (including our own), its wines are popping up on wine lists and bottle shop shelves; and it seems that new Portuguese restaurants are opening their doors in cities across the country. Since getting there is […]
The Loire River Valley - the longest in France - is home to a wide array of wine regions from Muscadet at the river's Atlantic mouth to Sancerre in the center of the country. Each appellation has its own unique styles and official regulations. The lovely Chris Barnes will be back to lead us through […]
Join us for an all French Wine extravaganza on our lovely deck! All of our distributors will be present and pouring their best French Juice and Chef Allison will have some tasty snacks to match. $50 per person; credited back with the purchase of 12 bottles of wine from the tasting Reservations Required; 505.983.2100
Susie Mayr is the regional sales representative for Kobrand Imports. For this seminar-style tasting she'll be putting the stars of her Burgundy portfolio head-to-head with their peers from California and Oregon - think Chablis vs. Willamette Valley Chardonnay and California Pinot v. the Côte d'Or. These tete-a-tete tastings are some of our favorites because they […]
Take two on our Riesling Seminar! Join us for a seminar about every wine professional's favorite grape: Riesling. Our one and only Elizabeth will be guiding us through the many faces that this amazing grape can take; from acerbically dry to lushly sweet, Riesling can do it all! As a former regional sales manager for […]
We did this tasting for the first time last year and it was such a success we decided to put it into the annual rotation. Everyone loves an excuse to splurge (sometimes the fact that it's a splurge is excuse enough), especially our wine reps and it's not often that they get a chance to […]
It's Labour Day Weekend, and in honour of all those hardworking grape growers and winemakers, we're doing a seminar on organic and biodynamic wines. Despite the myth that organic and biodynamic wines involve simply tossing grapes into a barrel and letting nature do her thing, making these types of wines is actually far more labour intensive: without […]
It's easy to become focused on the wines of Piedmont and Tuscany because they are so darned delicious; though the world of Italian wines is so much larger than these two regions. This week we will be delving into wines that hail from regions to the south - think Campania, Puglia, Marche, and Sicily. Come […]
Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson, of Benvenusa Wine Imports and Frasca, will be joining us for a wine dinner. He will be discussing wines from some of his best Friulian winemakers that have been pared with a menu inspired by this Norther Italian region. Seating is extremely limited. Friday, October 3rd 6:30pm $150 per person + tax & […]
At this point many of you are familiar with the import company Benvenusa; run by the folks behind Frasca, Sunday Vinyl, and Tavernetta, in Boulder and Denver: Bobby Stucky and Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson. The company started with a strict focus on Friulian wines but has expanded to other regions in Italy, to include Sicily. Lachlan and […]
It's Family Meal Season! Our first two Family Meals of the year will be limited to a single seating at 6:30pm, after which we'll return to our regular two-seatings. We're doing our traditional, Italian American themed kick-off to Family Meal season! This meal will be sure to bring you back to the checkered tablecloth, red-sauce joints […]
Our Grand Italian Tasting is always in the fall; perhaps it's because we always save the best for last or maybe it's that so many Italian wines seem perfectly suited to the weather... Our distributors will all be present and pouring wines from all across and up and down Italy. As always, Chef will be […]
For those who have been keeping up on their food trends and reading the numerous best restaurant lists, you'll have noticed the rise in popularity of Southern cuisine. Much of this can be linked to Sean Brock and his championing of heirloom grains and vegetables lost in the buckets of fried food that came to be […]
We could wax poetical about Burgundy until the end of time, but this isn't the time or place for that. Suffice it to say, this rainy, mercurial region in France puts out what is undoubtedly the best wine in the world and this oenophilic output would be impossible without a delicious culinary backbone to support […]
Brian and Elizabeth will be conducting a wine seminar. The line-up is all Burgundy, all the time, because this wine region is so fine! Many of you have been to seminars hosted by this dynamic duo and are thus familiar with how much fun they have teaching about wine. What you may not be aware […]
Thanksgiving is our kind of holiday: entirely focused on eating and drinking with the folks you care about most. Join us this year for a 3-course, prix fixe meal; we'll be serving the classics as well as some non-traditional dishes, all of which will be sure to satisfy any palate. Let us do the cooking […]
Lasagna. Layers and layers of deliciousness and glory. After a busy Thanksgiving season of hosting, guesting, and entertaining, what one truly needs is wholesome nourishment - this is where we come in with our comfort food laden Lasagna Family Meal menu. We'll be running through all the hits and throwing in some new treats: ravioli […]
Rum is to the spirits world what Riesling is to the wine world: an industry darling that's often under-appreciated. Those that are familiar with our cocktail program will know that we are solidly in camp rum, from the classic daiquiri to tiki to riffs on old fashions and manhattans, rum can do it all. We'll […]
It's time for our annual Feast of the Seven Fishes Family Meal. This classic, Italian-American holiday dinner is one of our favorites, and judging by the turn-out each year, you all love it as well. As with many traditions, the origins of the Seven Fishes Feast are hard to pin down and seem to have […]
Join Chris Barnes, of Jose Pastor Imports and our humble Wine Shop, as he delves into "New Spain": wines that are breaking away from the heady, oak laden style that represented the country for the last couple of decades. We'll be tasting examples that span geographic and stylistic expressions; from crisp whites, fun skin contact […]
The holidays are busy and filled with running around, last minute shopping, family, and lots of cooking. Let us relieve some of that pressure by doing the cooking and cleaning on Christmas Eve. Our annual 3-Course Prix Fixe Dinner is sure to be delicious, with something to please every palate. And of course, there will […]
Come ring in 2025 in style! We're offering a 3-course prix fixe menu full of luxuriously delicious items that will be sure to bring joy to your tastebuds - a truly auspicious start to a new year and a fitting way to say good bye to to 2024. New Year’s Eve 3-Course Prix Fise Wednesday, […]
Join us for a Happy Hour tasting with Jimmy McCabe, of Synergy Fine Wines. He'll be opening wines from iconic Rioja producer Bodegas Muga as well as some surprisingly tasty non-alcoholic wines for those of you doing dry January. 4:00 - 5:30pm Free - purchase of wine strongly encouraged No Reservations
We have a love affair with the Crescent City. New Orleans, NoLa, is world renown for its cuisine, a cuisine that draws from the city's century-long history, from the French, the Spanish, the African and Native peoples, and the entirely unique Creole culture that grew from the mixing of these cultures. NoLa's foodscape continues to […]
Let's just say it, "Pinot Noir is King: long live the king"! By far our biggest seller, which means by far your favorite grape, Pinot Noir reigns supreme in the wine world. For this Saturday Seminar, Brian will be taking us on a global tour of Pinot; from the Southern Hemisphere to Germany, Oregon to […]
This iteration of Family Meal pays homage to the great country of Spain. Spain is a vast country with varied landscapes, climates, and cuisines. Their tapas culture is legendary and became a trend that took the world by storm. The dining cultures of Madrid, the pintxo bars of San Sebastian, the jamón serano, and the […]
Like too many things in this industry, Sherry got a bad rap in the 80's. We're here to set the record straight: Sherry is AMAZING! Our resident Spain expert, Chris Barnes, will guide us through the ins and outs of the vast world of Sherry, from the terroir of Jerez to the complexities of aging […]
Prime Rib Night is one of our favorite Family Meals; it is our chance to travel back in time to the glory days of the Supper Club - who doesn't love a bit of vintage kitsch. We'll have the usual suspects: wedge salads, and big 'ol slabs of beef, plus some fun treats in between! This […]
Arguably the world's favorite grape, Pinot Noir, is grown and vinified in almost every wine growing region on the globe. With so many choices, we could likely do a Pinot seminar a week and still have more to discuss and taste! This particular seminar will focus on the influence of terroir - that amorphous quality […]
We're offering a delicious 3-course prix fixe for Valentine's Day. In the spirit of spreading the love, we're offering a special incentive to all those out there who think that more is merrier: come as a group or 4 or more and receive a a $10 per person discount! Saturday, February 14th Seatings from 5 […]
Izakaya are Japanese pubs: places where hardworking folks go to unwind after a long day, places with heart- and belly warming food and drinks. Our ode to the Izakaya, complete with binchotan grills, is always a blast; from yakitori to curry, we've done it all - come see what we're up to this year. We […]
One of the few uniquely American spirits, Bourbon has become a global phenomenon. Local whiskey expert Chris Romero will be leading our seminar and walking us through what makes Bourbon Bourbon and guiding us through a stellar line-up from some of the best producers. $25 per person; credited back with purchases of $75 of bourbons […]
Join us for Santa Fe Restaurant Week! We'll be offering a 3-Course Prix Fix focused on savory dishes; there will be dessert available for those with a sweet tooth. March 3rd - March 11th; regular dinner hours apply $60 per person + tax & gratuity Reservations Recommended
We're hosting a Happy Hour tasting with Knox Clendenen, owner of the winery; he'll be tasting us through Au Bon Climat's core line-up, discussing each cuvée as well as the winery's illustrious history. Au Bon Climat was founded in Santa Barbara in 1982, by Knox's father Jim, with the ethos of being totally devoted to making classic, Burgundian-styled Chardonnay […]
It's unsurprising that we have a mild cookbook addiction. The best of them provide an education in both food and culture as well as delicious - and successful - recipes, while the lesser of the category provide pretty pictures and glimpses of ideas; Yotam Ottolenghi's cookbooks do both. They are beautiful, at times tactile, slices […]
The undisputed king of American wine grapes and regions: Cabernet Sauvignon from the Napa Valley, in California. The combination of this Bordeaux grape grown in the Napa terroir quite literally put American wine into the international wine world. The style of Napa Cab has fluctuated throughout its reign, from restrained, European-style at the outset, to […]
Not much needs to be said about this one. Fried Chicken. It sold out in less than a day last year, and about as quickly every year that we've done it. Having worked in Charleston and Nashville, Chef Jessie knows the ins and outs of frying chicken, not to mention all those tasty sides, so […]
Join us for a Piedmont Wine Tasting featuring wines from the Giuliana Wine Imports portfolio - our favorite importers of Italian wine. The tasting will be a combination of direct import items as well as wines that are already Stateside. Direct import is exactly what it sounds like: a chance for you all to taste through the […]
This Family Meal is our thank you to a Chef and restaurant that inspired our love of food and the restaurant industry: Gabrielle Hamilton's iconic Manhattan restaurant Prune. In addition to being one of the game-changing restaurants of the early aughts, it also happens to be one of the restaurants that gave Chef Jessie the culinary […]
This will be our final Family Meal of this season so we wanted to really up the fun level! We go a bit gaga for retro dining experiences. This is particularly so for the booming Tiki culture of the 1940s and 50s. In case you've been living under a rock these past few years, Tiki […]
Sophia Charow, the Southwest Regional Sales Manager for Rosenthal, will be in the house to taste and discuss six wines from their French portfolio. The wines will span the country's numerous appellations, from the Languedoc in the south to the Savoie, Alsace, and Burgundy. Sophia has a wealth of knowledge and we are excited to […]
Join us for a Sicilian Wine Dinner featuring the iconic producer COS. We’ll have the National Representative in the building talking about the winery and the wines we will be tasting. Founded in 1980 by three friends - Giambattista Cilia, Giusto Occhipinti, and Cirino Strano; the winery is an acronym of their last names. The […]
Alberto is Giacomo Grimaldi's nephew; he took over primary winemaking from his father Ferruccio in 2020. Alberto is shepherding the respected Grimaldi label into the future - with large investments in a new winery, aging cellar, and vineyards the family is poised at the forefront of modern day Barolo. Alberto also happens to be a […]
We get extra excited for our first Grand Deck Tasting of the year: it's a sure sign that summer fun is just around the corner and our distributors always bring delicious juice that has us dreaming of sunsets on the patio with a great bottle of wine! As always, all of our distributors will be […]
Becoming a Master Sommelier takes years of study and dedication; one is in essence becoming a doctor of wine. Laura DePasquale has put in the hours, days, months, and years of study to earn this prestigious and rare certification - there are currently less than 300 Master Somms in the world. Laura is putting her […]
North Berkeley Imports Wine Dinner Join us for a fun and enlightening evening of French wine and food. We will be featuring wines from legendary producers, to include Egly Ouriet in Champagne, Remoisennet and Arlaud in Burgundy and Clos des Cailloux from Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Along with this insane line-up, Billy Weiss, owner of North Berkeley Imports, […]
Haus Alpenz imports some of our favorite liquors, vermouths, fortified wines, and spirits. They focus on small, craft producers who use sustainable ingredients; their imported and collaboratively made products are produced with bartenders and connoisseurs in mind. The last time they were in town we focused on sherry and other oxidized wines, this time around […]
A “perfect” wine is not about dryness or sweetness, about weight or concentration, but rather about balance and the harmonious collaboration of a multitude of flavors and smells that draw you in and make you want to take another sip” – Johannes Selbach It's not often that one gets to be in the presence of wine royalty; […]
French wine is for lovers and we love French wine. Our Grand French Deck Tasting is a celebration of one of the greatest wine countries in the world. All of our distributors will be popping the corks on bottles from their French portfolios - over 75 different French wines! There will be examples from the […]
The Capponi family has been rooted in Tuscany since the mid 16th Century. Their property and winery, Villa Calcinaia, sits in the center of the Chianti region. They make a wide range of wines from the obvious, Chianti as well as other lesser know indigenous grapes. Come spend an afternoon learning about and tasting their […]
What began with Cabernet Sauvignon in 1962 has blossomed into one of the most well known and respected wineries in the U.S. Since it's inception, Ridge Vineyards has been about single vineyard, terroir focused wines made from sustainably farmed grapes. They were among the first to champion Zinfandel, and their singular Monte Bello Cabernet is […]