Hi there, and cheers! We start with a reminder that your 1st Quarter Stock-up Days are the final weekend in February, 2/22-2/23. That’s when you get 10% off everything in the store, so please make a note of it! Your …
WINE OF THE WEEK: OH, MY GOODNESS, WHAT A WEEK! Let’s start with your WOW, the 2012 Amberhill Secret Blend. I’m gonna back off right now and let the winery talk: “Stylish, Bold, and Alluring – This fabulous red blend …
NCWC TASTING EVENT OF WASHINGTON WINES 1/17/14 EFESTE EVERGREEN RIESLING 2010 This Riesling has an unbelievable sense of balance, opening up with white peach, honeysuckle and a beautiful lift from deeper mineral/slate notes. It passes across the palate with wonderful …
WINE OF THE WEEK: Why the word “steal” in quotes? Because that was one of 19 crimes in 18th and 19th Century England that might have gotten you sent to a penal colony in Australia. Enter this week’s WOW, the …
NCWC WINEMAKER EVENT WITH MATTUCCI WINERY 1/10/14 MATTUCCI BRUNO’S BLEND 2011 We lead off with this blend of 35% Merlot, 23.5% Cabernet Franc, 17.5% Syrah, 12% Petite Verdot and 12% Malbec. The rich and vibrant fruit includes raspberries, blueberries, and …
WINE OF THE WEEK: We’re just gonna cut to the chase and start with this review: “The 2009 Cabernet from atop the Mayacamas Mtns. displays notes of licorice, camphor, charcoal, truffles, graphite and cassis. Rich, full-bodied, deeper, longer and more …
GREAT VALUE SAUVIGNON BLANC: Are we crazy to make a Chilean Sauvignon Blanc our Wine of the Week in January? If we were located in Minnesota or Montana, then yes. We’d be crazy. But this is San Diego, the home …
NCWC 2013 RETROSPECTIVE WINE TASTING EVENT 12/27/13 ARGYLE BRUT 2009 This Oregon sparkling wine truly brings zest to life! The nose of lemon curd, raw honey, and almond biscotti harkens to the uplifting and refreshing palate to follow. With a …
Happy New Year! We start with a reminder that your 1st Quarter Stock-up Days are the final weekend in February, 2/23-2/24. That’s when you get 10% off everything in the store, so please make a note of it! Your Wine …
This Friday, January 31st, marks the return of the Penny Sale! This is our very rare event (once or twice a year) when we offer selected wines, accessories, and gift items at the ridiculous close-out price of “Buy One Get …