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Charles Thomas Vineyards The vineyards of Charles Thomas are organically farmed on an archaeological site with artifacts dating back to the 4th century, with some of the vineyard still being plowed manually by horses. The vineyards produce four varietals, the … Continue reading →

Charles Thomas – 2011 Cotes du Rhone

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The Wine Shop and Spasso would like to invite you to a special night of tapas and Spanish Wines. On Thursday, May 2, we will be holding an intimate tasting led by three world famous winemakers/growers from Northern Spain. It … Continue reading →

Spanish Tapas and Wine with the Winemakers May 2

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Barley Wine is an amazing style of brewing steeped in old English tradition. Domestically, Barley Wines have been picking up momentum this past year as local brewmasters reach for different expressions of high gravity (high alcohol) offerings. Barley Wines are … Continue reading →

Bring on the Barley Wines

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The Wine Shop and Spasso are incredibly excited to announce an intimate evening of food and wine with wine maker, Stephen Ross Dooley. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the wines and hear the stories that lead this amazing … Continue reading →

Special Tasting Event with Stephen Ross Dooley March 12

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Sometimes it’s best to start thinking spring while trying to survive the darkest and coldest of the winter months.  There is no better way to beat those winter blues than uncorking a wonderful rose. Clos Cibonne Tibouren Rose One of … Continue reading →

Start Thinking Spring with Clos Cibonne Tibouren Rose

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From their humble beginnings in 1988, California’s North Coast Brewing Company has won over 70 brewing competitions for its takes on classic beer styling’s from around the world. North Coast has also been very successful at producing unique brews that … Continue reading →

California: North Coast Brew Company’s Grand Cru

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A Champagne Toast at Midnight to ring in the New Year is a time-honored tradition. German Gilabert Cava Personally, I am a huge fan of Spanish Cava, especially when it is time to celebrate. For this New Year’s Eve, try … Continue reading →

German Gilabert Cava Brut Reserva: Ring in 2013 with a Sparkling Treat

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Aventinus As the temperature drops outside during the late fall, my beer palate takes a turn from the hoppy beers of the harvest to darker offerings that warm the body and soul. One of my all time favorite dark beers … Continue reading →

Aventinus from G. Schneider and Sohn

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Ca’ Del Baio – Valgrande Barbaresco 2009 My favorite red wine of 2012 is hands-down the Valgrande Barbaresco (2009 Vintage) from the Ca’ Del Baio Cantina in Piedmonte Italy. I am a huge Nebbiolo fan and being able to get … Continue reading →

Ca’ Del Baio – Valgrande – Barbaresco: Ryan’s Favorite Red Wine of 2012

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Imperial Pumpkin Ale One of the best ways to keep warm and while getting into the mood for endless Halloween “trick or treating” marathons, is to crack one of the very limited pumpkin beers that have shown up at the … Continue reading →

Weyerbacher Imperial Pumpkin Ale is King of Pumpkin Ales