CalendarFebruary 2019
Pop-up Beer Tasting: Black Flag has Super Beer for the Super Bowl!Friday, February 1, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Wine Region of the Month - TuscanyThroughout February!
"Wine Lovers" Unite!Saturday, February 2, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
We love the month of February and are feeling the passion for these wines! Featuring intense bouquets, spicy & floral notes and ripe berries to make the perfect pairings. What's not to love? This "Wine Lovers" Tasting will guide you to some of the of the most pleasing drinking types of vino you can buy, from festive bubbles and fresh Pinot Grigio to smooth red blends and a silky Pinot Noir. You don’t want to miss the celebration as we kick off February with these exciting new wines from Italy and the West Coast!
Friday Pop-up "Extraordinaire" Tasting!Friday, February 8, 5:00pm- 6:00pm
Wine Advocate 2005 96 Points 2006 93 Points 2007 94 Points 2012 94 Points!!! When we say "extraordinaire", we aren't kidding...The last vintage produced of this amazing Cabernet Sauvignon was 2007! A reminder of Heitz, Martha's Vineyard Cabernet you are sure to love this delicious wine, like a romantic trip from the past... Spanish Tasting with Special Guest Gloria Zapatero!Saturday, February 9, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Get ready for an unforgettable tasting of Rioja! The wines of CVNE are some of the best of the moment coming out of this historical region. We are pleased to welcome Gloria Zapatero, midwest brand manager for CVNE and Rioja expert to help us learn more about the wines and region. In December 2013 an incredible honor was bestowed on the winery when the 2004 Imperial Gran Reserva achieved the Wine Spectator Number One wine of the year, the first Spanish winery to reach that honor. We will be tasting the 2011 of this iconic wine which received 97 points! We hope you can join us for this special tasting with a very special guest!
Pop-Up Tasting: Taste the PassionWednesday, February 13, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday Pop Up Tasting: 96 Point Arterberry Maresh "Old Vine" Pinot Stunner!Friday, February 15, 5:30-6:30pm An absolute stunner, you don't want to miss this incredibly delicious and irresistable Pinot...One of the best wines going at anywhere near the price point, make sure you grab enough to enjoy from now until the next decade! The Best Portugal Has To Offer!Saturday, February 16, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
President's Day Huge Savings!Monday, February 18, 11:00am-7:00pm It's President's Day and as we make room for new arrivals, we are excited to announce our biggest discounts, ever! Plus, even more surprises await in our store so stop in for even more savings! At an incredibly affordable price and with such limited availability these wines are not to be missed so reserve yours today! Pop-up Beer Tasting: Monumental Beer from Monument City Brewing CompanyFriday, February 22, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Six thousand miles separated brothers Ken and Matt, but good beer kept them close. Ken was living in Baltimore while Matt was working overseas. Despite the distance, they spoke almost daily about new beers they had either tried or brewed. Shortly after, Matt came to Baltimore, and the two set off on their annual hike along the Appalachian Trail. It was on that trip they began discussing a family brewery; one that would become part of the Baltimore community. After their return, they put pen to paper, and Monument City Brewing Company was born. Matt moved to Baltimore, and the two immediately got to work building a pilot brewing system and perfecting their recipes. Their focus was on producing honest craft beer using traditional American brewing methods. Today, the beer that began as a conversation across two continents is ready for you to enjoy with your own family and friends. Here's to the things that matter most, and here's to great beer! 
Pop-up Friday Paydirt Wine Tasting!Friday, February 22, 4:30pm- 6:30pm We really hit the "jackpot" with this knockout Paso Robles blend! The 2016 "Going for broke" Red is a succulent alchemy of old vine Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Mourvedre, Grenache and Alicante Bouschet that offers up an opulent package of black boysenberry jam, mocha and black tea. The wine sweeps over the palate with an unctuous, immensely pleasurable texture. Robert Parker says "Paydirt has consistently produced outstanding wine that merit serious attention."
Wine Of The Week Highly Anticipated 2016 Chateau de Mendis Bordeaux!Friday, February 22 February - Wine of the WeekWe couldn't wait to share the news of the arrival of one our most highly anticipated Bordeaux's, the Chateau de Mendis, a WCA exclusive, from the exceptional 2016 vintage!
Double Tasting On 90+ Point Wines! New Italian Releases, Plus Wente WinesSaturday, February 23, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
With hundreds of wines in the store to choose from, sometimes an amazing bottle can slip through the cracks. Not this week. Four critically-acclaimed Italian wines that all earned 90 POINTS AND ABOVE! Wine critics loved these wines, we loved these wines, and we know you will too. PLUS: WENTE WINES featuring exceptionally crafted wines at superb prices from the oldest family-owned winery in the United States! Guided Tasting: "The Sake' Ninja" is Coming!Thursday, February 28, 6:00pm- 7:00pm
Secure your spot today for an exotic guided tasting of six different Sakés with Chris Johnson, aka "The Saké Ninja"! Chris is the Saké guru and he will be here to transport your taste buds to the far away land of Japan. There is no charge for this event, but reservations are required and will be taken on a first come, first served basis as space is limited. The tasting starts promptly at 6:00pm. Click here to reserve your spot! Meet Chris Johnson aka “The Saké Ninja”! Chris is a certified Saké Sommelier, certified WSET Level 3 Saké Educator and in 2013 earned the distinguished title of Saké Samurai. Chris Johnson fell in love with Saké – and the culture and history that surround it – during the three years he spent living and working in the Japanese countryside. Chris specializes in thought provoking Saké-and-food pairing experiences that are approachable, yet rival the most serious wine and cocktail lists in the business. By combining his reverence for traditional Japanese flavors with a touch of Western ingenuity, he aspires to elevate Saké beyond the confines of the traditional Japanese restaurant, and onto an international platform. Chris has been featured in a number of national publications including The New York Times, Wine Enthusiast Magazine, Cosmopolitan Magazine, New York Magazine and BlackBook, as well as Japanese publications such as Kateigaho, Anan and Erio. |
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Tonight's pop-up tasting will feature beers from a local Maryland brewery. Black Flag Brewing is based out of Columbia, Maryland and has been producing amazing craft brews since 2016. Black Flag is becoming one of the best breweries in the state of Maryland at making a variety of different styles of brews.
When it comes to wine production regions that have stood the test of time, few can compare to Tuscany, one of the most-loved parts of Italy by wine lovers worldwide. Exceptional quality is the hallmark for Tuscany’s legendary wines, often demanding budget-breaking prices, but we think its Tuscany’s affordably-priced gems, with an emphasis on value that capture the essence and beauty of the Tuscan culture.
Valentine’s Day is the perfect moment to show your special someone how much you care. Fortunately for us wine lovers, that’s easy. Stop by our Pop-Up tonight and find the perfect bottle to indulge your sweetie!
Portugal has famously been known for centuries for just one wine: Port. The Douro zone is changing and one fact tells all: over the past 15 years or so, about half of the wine production from the larger Douro zone is now dry, table wine. These emerging Duoro table wines can be thrilling and many offer some of the most dazzling wine values on the market today.
