by Heather Fear | Jun 21, 2022 | Wine & Beer
The 2021 vintages are rolling in and our rosé section is filling in nicely. We have everything from a lean and fruity Provence-style, to a more bold and savory rosé de saignée ready for whatever you crave on a hot/cool Maine summer day/night! As with so many things...
by Heather Fear | Apr 25, 2022 | Wine & Beer
Spring has Sprung! As we emerge from our winter slumber into the gradually warming days of April, it’s a great time to start sipping something refreshing to celebrate spring’s rebirth. From light reds to rosés and orange wines, all the way to a special Brew for...
by Heather Fear | Mar 8, 2022 | News, Wine & Beer
Cheers to Mike as he enters his 70th year! We decided what better way to celebrate than to have a surprise sale on bubbly! Now through Sunday, March 13, 2022 pick up ANY sparkling wine – as many or as few bottles as you’d like and you’ll receive a 10%...
by Heather Fear | Feb 4, 2022 | Wine & Beer
Valentine’s Virtual Wine Tasting with Colleen from SoPo Wine Co. Tuesday, February 8 at 5pm on Facebook Live Colleen from SoPo Wine Co. will be back for another free virtual tasting via Facebook Live on Tuesday, February 8 at 5pm. She’ll be opening 3...
by Heather Fear | Jan 17, 2022 | Wine & Beer
All About Wine & Beer January 2022 Terre Rouge Fiddletown Viognier (Shenandoah Valley, California, USA) | $22.99 The husband and wife team of Bill Easton and Jane O’Riordan make some of our favorite Californian wines. They created the Terre Rouge label in the...
by Heather Fear | Dec 27, 2021 | Wine & Beer
Happy New Year! It’s been quite a year and we’re ready to turn the page to 2022. We have excellent stock in sparkling wine (in large format, too!) and we’re here to help you pick out a bottle that will compliment your celebration of the new...
by Heather Fear | Nov 26, 2021 | Recipes, Wine & Beer
Holiday Egg Nog Deck the halls! And while you’re decking, make yourself some sweet and festive homemade Egg Nog – without all those pesky preservatives you get in store-bought. It’s a really easy recipe, which you should make ahead and chill – then drink...
by Heather Fear | Nov 17, 2021 | Wine & Beer
A Wine for Every Holiday Table Whether you’re a traditionalist, looking for a Pinot Noir from Burgundy to drink with a big turkey dinner, or you’re headed to a Friendsgiving and want something unique to intrigue the crowd on a budget, or you’re...
by Heather Fear | Nov 16, 2021 | Wine & Beer
A gift for the person who has everything and loves to try new wines. A chance to expand your palette and learn about new regions and grapes. Details below! Wine Club for $400/year A monthly bottle of wine curated by Heather and Mike. This price point gives us the...
by Heather Fear | Oct 15, 2021 | Wine & Beer
If you’re feeling shocked that it’s the middle of October, you’re not alone. With the days getting increasingly shorter we’re reaching for more medium to full-bodied reds to accompany heartier fall meals, but with the sprinkling of warmer days...
by Heather Fear | Oct 12, 2021 | Wine & Beer
The days are still warm and bright, but the sun is going down earlier and the ends of the leaves are starting to look autumn kissed. The temperature at dinnertime might require a sweater. Fall is upon us and we’re thinking about wines that complement the change...
by Heather Fear | Sep 3, 2021 | Recipes, Wine & Beer
Cheers to fall cocktails and mocktails! We’ve invited co-owner of Vena’s Fizz House & Bitterest Man in the World, Steve Corman, to be our guest for this week’s demo. Vena’s offers a wide variety of drinks for the whole family; from...
by Heather Fear | Aug 12, 2021 | Wine & Beer
Pierre Floral de Melgaco Old Vines Vinho Verde 2020 (Minho, Portugal) | $14.99 Not your typical Vinho Verde, this old vine Alvarinho sees extended lees aging with batonage and is fermented dry, yielding a wine of considerable density and power. Forward aromas of...
by Heather Fear | Jun 7, 2021 | Wine & Beer
Ottella “Roses Roses” Rosato Alto Mincio IGT | $17.99 Most of the wine made by brothers Francesco and Michele Montresor in the Lake Garda region of northern Italy is Lugana, a mineral-driven and textured white wine made from Trebbiano di Lugana (actually local strain...
by Heather Fear | Jun 7, 2021 | Wine & Beer
Ameztoi Getariako Txakolina $21.99 Txakolina (cha-koh-LEE-na) is a high-acid and low-alcohol style of wine that is traditional in the Basque province of Getaria. Ameztoi, now under the direction of fifth-generation winemaker Ignacio, makes their Txakolina only from...
by Heather Fear | Jun 2, 2021 | Recipes, Wine & Beer
Cheers to summer cocktails and mocktails! We recently invited co-owner of Vena’s Fizz House & Bitterest Man in the World, Steve Corman, into our demo kitchen to show us how to make some of his favorite cocktails using Vena’s Spirit Sippers. Vena’s...
by Heather Fear | May 20, 2021 | Wine & Beer
Temperatures are rising, the smell of lilacs is in the air, boat traffic on the Kennebec is picking up, and we’re reaching for more rosé, Maine pale ales, and bubbles to pour in our glasses. While the aforementioned drinks are all fantastic options to wet...
by Heather Fear | Apr 2, 2021 | Wine & Beer
As the saying goes, April showers bring new wines to our shelves. We have a lot of wine we’re really excited to talk to you about and we’re constantly updating our wine and beer list as things are always changing due to availability. Step out of your wine...
by Heather Fear | Mar 4, 2021 | Wine & Beer
Women in Winemaking Celebrating International Women’s Day by raising a glass to the following female winemakers and brewers: Laurence Féraud | Chateau Pegau Côtes du Rhône Rouge | $18.99 In addition to managing the legendary Domaine du Pegau in...
by Heather Fear | Mar 2, 2021 | Wine & Beer
Although current circumstances are preventing us from physically traveling out of the country, we’re being creative about how we can learn about and experience other cultures all while staying safe at home. Let us picture ourselves in the German-speaking alpine...
