The world’s third largest wine producing country, Spain is best known for its red varieties, particularly the long-lived and subtly flavorful Tempranillos from Rioja and Ribera del Duero, and the powerful yet seductive Grenache of Priorat. Lost among the many articles and reviews of these and other Spanish reds, however, are the delights of the […]
Been a hot minute since we've had these scientific brewers beers pouring in our store, so we will have come out Saturday 14th, 1-3pm. The very knowledgeable Lisa will be here pouring beer, talking about the beer and brewery, and answer any questions that you might have about what it is you are trying. A […]
Bourbon enthusiast, Matthew Morin will show what’s really in the barrel with three classic cask strength Bourbons. Baker's, Booker's and Maker's Mark (Maker's 46 will also be shown next to the cask strength). The fundamentals of Bourbon are exemplified in these time trialed Bourbons that have paved the way to today's market.
Glenmorangie offers an exceptional range of single malt Scotches, exhibiting the range of flavors from a variety of barrels. This is a great opportunity to learn about the barrel aging process, sample fine scotch aged in several different barrels and see how the world class 10yr develops with 2 extra years in select sherry and […]
This is the first of our newest addition to our tasting lineup: Semi-Grand Rosé Wine Tasting. Unlike our Grand Tastings that are featured over two consecutive weekends and showcase around 50 bottles of wines each weekend. Our Semi-Grand Tastings will take place on one day, will focus on a style that tends to get overlooked […]
Going to finish off the month with our last Brewery of the Month tasting. Lagunitas has been a staple for us, especially since they came out with 12 packs. One thing we don't often give enough love to is their 22oz. bottles. All that is going to change after this tasting. We will be opening […]
This coming Saturday marks the first year anniversary of the Colonial Spirts Wine Weekend program. We started this series of sale and tasting events with the goal of providing customers the opportunity to sample from the great diversity of wines from around the world. In our tasting sessions, we have covered a number of different […]
TASTING NOTES: A brilliant pale green in the glass, this pure and bright Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc has a vibrant fruit driven nose bursting with passionfruit, grapefruit, melon, and gooseberry. On the palate luscious fruit flavours of citrus, ripe tropical fruits, and lifted herbaceous notes are finely balanced with zesty acidity, an underlying minerality, and just […]
How long has it been since we have been having these regularly occurring wine tastings with John? Years. John is both a Portfolio Manager and Sales Rep for Masciarelli Wine Co. so you can say he knows a thing or two about wine. But, unlike many wine experts, John doesn't throw his knowledge around as […]
