Tastings & Events
3Flavors of Greece Wine Dinner
More to come.......There will be a light reception starting at 6pm with dinner promptly at 6:30pm. Tickets are $80/person and limited to 20 people each night. Reservations along with payment are required to secure your seat. Tickets are available by calling the store or online at www.grapenutswine.com the Events page or by clicking this link. https://shop.grapenutswine.com/wine-dinner.html The deadline to register is August 9th.
We look forward to seeing you!
Friday, June 30th from 5-7pm
Nate Harry of Advintage!
Wines Lake County, California – Dancing Crow Vineyards!!
As champions of the region, Dancing Crow is a family-owned and operated winery with a shared winemaking legacy spanning four generations. We specialize in sustainably grown, French-style wines. The unique combination of volcanic soil, high-elevation vineyards, and mountain-grown fruit allows us to make a more delicate alternative to the traditionally bolder Napa Valley wines you might be used to. Our flagship variety, Sauvignon Blanc, grows beautifully in the region’s abundant sunshine and clean mountain air and is celebrated for its citrus flavors and good acidity.
One cool, Spring day in the shadow of Mt. Konocti, a family came to lay out their vineyard using straws to mark where the vines would be planted. While feasting during their midday lunch they saw a murder of crows dancing around the straws, which made them laugh. Yet, when they looked again, the crows and the straws were gone. The family learned two things that day: be wary of dancing crows, and what to name their vineyard.
With An Award-Winning Track Record Of 90+ Point Wines, They Aim To Make Delicious, Approachable Wines That Exceed Their Price And Expand Your Wine-Tasting Horizons.
All these wines are Certified Sustainable!
~Tickets~
$10/per person
2021 Sauvignon Blanc
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Their Sancerre-style Sauvignon Blanc from Lake County, CA, showcases a unique blend of New World and Old World influences, with Citrus and Stone-Fruit flavors supporting nicely-balanced acidity and a hint of minerality on the finish. Unoaked.
2021 Chardonnay
100% Chardonnay
Their first Chardonnay showcases aromas of green apples, white hedge flowers and lime blossoms that gracefully make way for flavors of poached Russet apples, Meyer lemon and honeycomb. The mouthfeel is elegant and bright, followed by an extended citrus-inspired finish.
2022 Rosé
37% Mourvèdre, 28% Syrah, 20% Grenache, 15% Sauvignon Blanc
With it's pale pink hues, fresh floral aromas and graceful red fruit flavors, our Rosé is a nod to our fondness for Provence, The finish exudes a pleasing note of honey accented by a subtly-layered complexity and refreshing crispness.
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
With its mountain vineyards rising as high as 3000 ft., Lake County is renowned for producing full-bodied, beautifully balanced Cabernets. Our Dancing Crow Cabernet Sauvignon shows aromas of cassis and mocha, followed by luscious flavors of ripe cherry, blueberry and dark chocolate.
2021 Field Blend
Zinfandel, Cinsault and Alicante Bouschet,Touriga Naçional, Syrah, Primitivo,
& Cabernet Sauvignon
With a color dancing between red and deep purple, this opulent and vibrant glass of wine gives off aromas of wild iris, sandalwood and blueberry pie. The palate is enlivened by a steady, generous flow of brambly huckleberry and bright blackberry flavors. The mid-palate is accented by a refreshing acidity that pleasantly escorts you to subtle spice notes of wild thyme, white pepper and lavender on the way to a lengthy and lingering smooth mocha finish.
2021 Zinfandel
100% Zinfandel
The wine has deliciously juicy aromas of balsamic strawberries, red currant, boysenberry, plum, spice and purple flower. As one might expect with a Zinfandel, the Dancing Crow is nicely bold with full with flavors of black licorice, strawberry and raspberry that come in for a landing with soft tannins and a smooth finish. Fun to drink by the glass, this is a fresh textured wine that also goes perfectly with Chicago style pan pizza, beef Bolognese lasagna, salami and sharp cheeses.
The purchase of a tasting tier ensures 10% off any of the selections during the tasting!
We hope you can join us for these excellent selections!
332 Winds Wine Dinner
Down a dirt road, nestled behind 8 acres of our vineyards, surrounded by towering olive trees overlooking Dry Creek, you'll find 32 Winds! Mia Mascarin-Oven and her father have perfected Sonoma style hospitality and hand-crafted wines.
Join us on Sunday, June 4th or Monday, June 5th as Mia brings Sonoma to Grapenuts of Wilson! Co-hosted by Garland Homes III of Ocean South Imports.
Enjoy the wines from 32 Winds as they are paired with the menu from Mike Moore, our Executive Chef and Owner of The Blind Pig Supper Club & Catering. He continues to spread his passion for food in Wilson and throughout our state! The menu is available on our Facebook page/Event and by email.
There will be a light reception starting at 6pm with dinner promptly at 6:30pm. Tickets are $100/person and limited to 20 people each night. Reservations along with payment are required to secure your seat. Tickets are available by calling the store or online at www.grapenutswine.com the Events page or by clicking this link. https://shop.grapenutswine.com/wine-dinner.html The deadline to register is May 31st.
We look forward to seeing you!
Friday, May 26th from 5-7pm
Jimmy McRoy of Winebow!
Wines of South Africa – M·A·N Family Wines!!
As budding young winemakers back in 2001, Philip and Tyrell were involved with their family winery (Joostenberg Wines) and José was busy at his (Stark-Condé Wines). They weren’t looking for rockstar bottles that cost a fortune. But they had pretty high standards and wanted wines they could enjoy with their friends. They were wine geeks in need of an everyday wine. They saw a niche in the market and got to work but first had to come up with a name for this new project. To keep peace in the families, they took their wives’ initials — and that is how they explained to Marie, Anette and Nicky that they were going to be “busy” most weekends. “It’s for you!” they told them. They immediately got to work in an old tractor shed and began their line of M·A·N wines!
All these wines are Certified Sustainable and Vegan Friendly! All line priced at $11.99/bottle
~Tickets~
$10/per person
2022 Free-run Steen Chenin Blanc
100% Chenin Blanc
Their Chenin Blanc is made from dry-farmed old vine vineyards in the prime growing region of Agter-Paarl. Gently extracted "free-run" juice is used, which accentuates the crisp fruit flavors for which Chenin Blanc, or Steen, is known. The impeccable balance of refreshing acidity and burst of ripe fruit makes this wine a consistent crowd favorite. This wine is crisp and light-bodied, with appropriate degrees of bright fruit and acidity to entice the palate. A rich mouthfeel makes this wine suitable as an aperitif, and also a fine companion to a wide range of cuisines. Light straw in color with aromas of pear and pineapple. The palate with pick up white peach, green apple and a burst of citrus, with well-rounded acidity minerality and a rich mouthfeel. Unoaked.
2022 Warrelwind Sauvignon Blanc
89% Sauvignon Blanc & 11% Semillon
This Sauvignon Blanc is produced from higher, cooler vineyards in the Cape. Warrelwind (whirlwinds) are common in the vineyards throughout summer. The seasonal winds cool the grapes and turn the windmills dotting the landscape. A refreshing and balanced wine with an abundance of flavors from both sides of the Sauvignon Blanc spectrum. This wine has tropical fruit aromas with just a hint of herbaceousness. Rich tropical fruit on the palate complemented by a crisp and well-integrated acidity. Color: Pale straw, light green tinge. Aroma: Bouquet of tropical fruits. Palate: Passionfruit, pineapple and ripe tropical flavors. Body: Crisp, well-integrated acidity is balanced by richness from the touch of Semillon used in blending, resulting in a well-rounded and creamy mouthfeel. Unoaked.
2022 Padstal Chardonnay
91% Chardonnay, 6% Viognier & 3% Muscat d’Alexandrie
This elegant and well-balanced wine shines a spotlight on the delicate, fruit-forward virtues of the Chardonnay grape. Padstals, or roadside farm stalls, are familiar sights along our rural roads. Our Padstal Chardonnay is a delicate balancing act of crisp and zesty fruit, a smooth mouthfeel and subtle oak flavors. This elegant wine appeals not only to seasoned Chardonnay drinkers, but also to those looking for a fresh interpretation of the classic varietal. Color: Pale straw. Aroma: Pineapple, orange marmalade and butterscotch. Palate: Zesty lime, lemon and white peach. Body: Crisp and fresh, medium texture on the palate, with a creamy mouthfeel.
2021 Jan Fiskaal Merlot
100% Merlot
The Jan Fiskaal (fiscal strike) is a common sight in the vineyards. A small bird with a fierce reputation, its “chee-chee-chee” cry and black and white coloring make it easily recognizable. An elegant, classic style of Merlot with distinctive plum flavors and soft tannins. Dark ruby-red with aromas of plum, cherry and tobacco spices, complemented by savory and earthy notes typical of Merlot. On the palate, the wine is soft with gentle tannins and hints of dark chocolate and blueberry. This medium-bodied wine will be wonderful just by itself or paired with roast chicken, lamb stew, lasagna and barbeque.
2021 Bosstok Pinotage
100% Pinotage
The Bosstok Pinotage vineyards grow close to the ground, producing lower yields of concentrated, flavorful grapes. A modern style that showcases the best Pinot Noir-like characteristics of Pinotage. Juicy bright fruits, soft tannins and a perfumed nose make this a very accessible Pinotage. We like to focus on the juicier, softer side of Pinotage by carefully managing the fermenting wine. We are able to emphasize the soft mouthfeel, perfume and expressive fruit of Pinotage. Just a touch of oak maturation means the result is delicate and pretty, with beautiful red berry flavors, a hint of cinnamon and very gentle tannins. The sweet fruit flavors of this medium- bodied Pinotage make it an ideal match for spicy food, pizza, smoked pork and flavorful venison dishes, or delicious just by itself.
2021 Skaapveld Syrah
85% Syrah, 15% Cinsault
Skaapveld refers to the grazing land for sheep that adjoins many of the Syrah vineyards in their region. Whether the sheep have any effect on the wine is open to debate, but they add a lively encouragement during harvest time. A distinctive wine: juicy and complex with well-rounded and lingering flavors. The bouquet is aromatic and gamey and licorice aromas. The palate has mouth-filling blackcurrant and plum flavors with finely integrated tannins. This layered, medium bodied Syrah will complement slow-cooked stews, curry and barbequed meat.
The purchase of a tasting tier ensures 10% off any of the selections during the tasting!
We hope you can join us for these excellent selections!
Let's take a Deep Dive into South Africa with Thomas Webb of Thelema Mountain Vineyards!
Tuesday, April 25th @ 6 pm
Thelema Mountain Vineyards, a family owned and managed wine estate, part of the spectacular Simonsberg Mountain range in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa.
In 1983, with the help of his wife’s family, the McLean’s, Gyles Webb bought Thelema. The beginning of a family legacy.
The manor house was restored and the first wines under the Thelema label were released in 1988. By the mid 90’s Thelema’s wines sold out within a month after release, making it one of the most sought-after wine estates in South Africa. The Webb family describe Thelema as “one of the most beautiful places on earth”.
Come and meet Thomas Webb, Gyle's son, Director of Wine at Thelema and long time friend of Grapenuts, as he shares their story and amazing wines!
Tickets are $25/person. Reservations along with payment are required. The deadline for registration is Friday, April 21st. Seating is limited. Arrangements can be made by calling the store or online.
Friday, April 28th from 5-7pm
Garland Homes of Ocean South Imports!
Wines of South Africa – Backsberg Cellars!!
Backsberg’s Kosher range celebrates the Lithuanian Jewish roots of the Back family. Made under the auspices of the Cape Town Beth Din and the OU of the United States, this wine is Mevushal and Kosher for Passover.
Backsberg Cellars boasts 100 years of winemaking history. Fourth generation, Simone Back and his team are taking Backsberg Cellars to a new level of excellence, to further cement the existing reputation for innovative and quality set by his father.
While sipping their wines you can feel comfortable in the knowledge that they have extended their gentle approach to wine making to care for the environment and the wine you are enjoying is certified carbon neutral and certified sustainable.
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
2019 Backsberg Kosher Brut
52% Pinot Noir & 48% Chardonnay
Paarl, South Africa
Carefully crafted from hand-picked Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, Backsberg’s Kosher Brut MCC is the first of its kind in South Africa. Expect a lively and extremely fine mousse with delicate fruit flavors and a leesy backbone. Excellent to enjoy with everything from starters to desserts. A festive wine for momentous occasions.
$24.99
2022 Backsberg Chenin Blanc
100% Chenin Blanc
Paarl, South Africa
The wide array of aromatic characters includes peach, melon and pineapple. Ripe fruit is tempered by finely balanced acidity to give a mouth-filling, yet refreshing, palate. Chenin Blanc is exceptionally versatile. It pairs well with salads, vegetables, fish and chicken. Hints of sweetness and a slightly fuller body ensure it complements both spicy and creamier dishes. Unoaked.
$14.99
2017 Backsberg Family Reserve White
58% Roussanne, 25% Sauvignon Blanc & 17% Chardonnay
Paarl, South Africa
A wonderful medley of coconut, peach and aniseed aromas combined with vanilla undertones on the palate and a creamy, long-lasting finish. Eight of the best French oak barrels have been assembled to achieve this deeply concentrated white blend. Pair with rich cheeses, full-flavored and creamy food. Particularly complements chicken and duck. This wine could make an ordinary toasted cheese sandwich look gourmet. Aging Potential: 10-15 years
$38.99
2021 Backsberg Rosé
100% Pinotage
Stellenbosch, South Africa
Red fruit flavours of cherry and strawberry give way to minty freshness gleaned from earlier picked fruit. Lightly tinted from red grape skins, this salmon hued wine is fruity and juicy on the palate. Low in tannins, it displays delightful notes of melon, ripe tropical fruit and strawberry. Pair with seafood dishes and salads or enjoy with light lunches. The perfect partner to Mediterranean platters of olives, cheese, charcuterie and French bread. Unoaked.
$14.99
2018 Backsberg Pumphouse Shiraz
100% Shiraz
Paarl, South Africa
Produced from intensely concentrated Shiraz grapes, this wine exhibits a wonderful velvety depth. Black cherry and mulberry notes give way to hints of aniseed and vanilla, which are derived from maturation in small French - and just a few American - barriques. Pair with hearty stews and roasts.
$22.99
2016 Backsberg Family Reserve Red
50 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot & 17% Malbec
Paarl, South Africa
Concentrated flavors of black forest berries infused with spice, cedar and vanilla. Extended skin contact and aging in small French barriques contribute to its complexity. This wine is the perfect accompaniment to classic hearty fare such as roast beef or lamb. The connoisseur’s preferred red blend. This wine is produced only in exceptional years and rarely exceeds 20 barrels. Best enjoyed within 15 to 20 years
$38.99
The purchase of a tasting tier ensures 10% off any of the selections during the tasting!
We hope you can join us for these excellent selections!
Friday, March 31st from 5-7pm
Brian Flye from Tryon Distributing!
Brian will be pouring wines from around the world!!
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
NV Blanchard Perez Cava Brut
33% Macabeo, 33% Xarel-lo & 34% Parellada
Torelles de Foix, Spain
Made by 4th generation winemakers with great effort to be enjoyed exclusively with the people you love.
Blanchard Perez Brut is straw yellow with green highlights in appearance. The nose is fresh and expressive with primary aromas of green apple and pear along with dried nuts and fresh baked bread notes. On the palate notes of ripe fruit with expressive citrus character are accompanied by a hint of Mediterranean herbs. Balanced acidity, weight and texture result in a long and lively finish. This sparkling wine has the perfect balance of dryness, bubbles and fruit to enrich any dining experience. It is a is a fantastic choice to serve alongside veggies, shrimp and shellfish, or delicious by itself!
$14.99
Le Petite Salvard Sauvignon Blanc
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Vin de Pays du Val de Loire, Cheverny, Loire, France
If only every Sauvignon Blanc could taste like this! Nothing grassy or tropical about this little number from the eastern part of the Loires Touraine region. Instead, picture lime blossoms delivered via a lightning bolt of minerally refreshment, with more zippy citrus and blossoming flowers leaving your palate cleansed and utterly charmed. The wine is vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel cuvees and aged on fine lees in stainless steel tanks.
Organic & unoaked.
$20.99
2021 Stoller Estate Chardonnay
100% Chardonnay
Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon
The Stoller Family Estate Vineyard is the largest contiguous vineyard in Oregon’s Dundee Hills. Extreme attention to detail, from vine to bottle, allows a great wine to reflect a specific place and vintage. This wine opens with ample aromas of wet stone and lemon tart. Firm vibrancy braces the palate, conveying tension alongside satisfying flavors of persimmon and starfruit. The finish is clean and taut with fading plusher fruit flavors lingering on the palate. Though intriguing now, this wine should unravel in complexity for years to come. 81% Stainless Steel | 11% Concrete | 8% Neutral French Oak
$19.99
2020 Volpaia Citto Toscana Red
Sangiovese & Cabernet Sauvignon
Chianti, Italy
An exciting blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine is made in 100% stainless steel vats, maximizing its youthful lift and preserving the aromatic fireworks show that flashes inviting notes of bing cherries, raspberry, blueberry and baking spices. Medium to full-bodied, silky smooth and bursting out the seams– made to be enjoyed right away. Unoaked. Certified Organic.
$20.99
2019 Torres Celeste Crianza
50% Syrah & 50% Cabernet Sauvignon
Ribera del Duero, Spain
Where stars meet the Earth! Only the very best wines reveal their secrets to truly reflect their origin. Celeste Crianza is an opulent, fruit-filled, full-bodied wine with intense color that possesses the freshness, passion, and intensity of a star-filled night. This wine is aged for 12 months in French and American oak barrels and 12 months in the bottle. Fascinating deep, dark cherry red color. Intense, concentrated aromas of black fruit (blueberry jam), revealing notes of ripe figs and an exquisite smoky, mineral (graphite) streak. Velvety and flavorful on the palate with noble, fine-grained tannins. Oak aging endows the wine with fine notes of spices (bitter cocoa) and toast (roasted coffee).
$26.99
2018 Klein Constantia Estate Red
64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Petit Verdot & 17% Malbec
Constantia, South Africa
Their intention for the Estate Red Blend 2018 was to produce a wine that represents our unique location. Deep ruby red in appearance. Rich dark red fruit dominate the nose followed by aromas of black cherries and wood spice. On the palate, finely grained tannins are subtly integrated with delicate oak flavors. Elegant and refined with a savory finish showcasing that typical cool climate Constantia style.
$34.99
The purchase of a tasting tier ensures 10% off any of the selections during the tasting!
We hope you can join us for these excellent selections!
Monday, February 27th 2023 at 6pm
Dueling Sommelier Wine Dinner!
Join us as Steve Eudy of Empire Distributors and Paul DiMario of Epiphany Wine battle it out to be the BEST! One menu, 10 wines ! Each Somm will present a pairing for each course, of which you will have no clue as to what it is . You decide which wine is the best! At the end of the evening, the WINNER will be announced! We will also share information about the wine pairings. Truly a night to experience!
Mike Moore, owner of The Blind Pig Supper Club & Catering, will be our Executive Chef for the evening. He continues to spread his passion for food in Wilson and throughout our state. He will create a 5 course meal worthy of competition!
There will be a light reception starting at 6pm with dinner promptly at 6:30pm. Tickets are $100/person and limited to 50 people. Reservations along with payment are required to secure your seat. Tickets are available by calling the store or online.
The deadline to register is February 17th.
The venue will be:
The Forest Hills Club House
1001 Forest Hills Rd NW
Wilson, NC 27896
We look forward to seeing you!
Laura Booras from Freedom Beverage!
Laura will be pouring Greek wines!!
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
2020 Markou Savatiano
100% Savatiano
Greece
Savatiano is perhaps the most historic variety dating back to 2500 years and most planted variety in Greece due to its resistance to draught and disease. Savatiano gives robust wines of surprising character that are both beautifully drunk in their youth but that also age remarkably well. It is now building a reputation as a truly unique variety of great finesse offering citrus and tropical fruits aromas as well as mineral undertones that climax when aged. A crisp, fruity, white dry wine with mineral undertones; which fully expresses the dynamic character of the variety. Intrinsic, rich and well balanced with a long aftertaste. Aged in stainless steel. Pair with shellfish, seafood, tempura vegetables and seafood. Unoaked.
$17.99
2021 Mercouri Estate Foloi
90% Roditis & 10% Viognier
Peloponnese, Greece
A fine, dry white wine grown at altitude on the plateau of Foloi Ilias and the slopes of the mountains of Aigion, in western & northern Peloponnese, an area famous in Greek mythology for its aromatic wines. hand harvested and fermented on the lees. Translucent yellow-green in the glass, the wine explodes with intense aromatics, white flowers and honeysuckle along with lemon peel. Flavors of melon, apple and pear are offered up in a rounded mouthfeel leading to a light and airy finish. It goes well with fish and shellfish, white meats and meats with sweet or creamy sauces, pastas, cheeses (even Roquefort) and fruits. Unoaked.
$18.99
2017 Seméli Nemea Reserve Agiorgitiko
100% Agiorgitiko of Nemea
St. George, Greece
Deep red color with violet hues. Complex aromas of small red fruits with tones of spices (cinnamon, clove) and hints of oak. Rich palate, full body, velvety tannins with lengthy finish. The wine is matured in French oak casks for 12 months and spends a further 12 months in the bottle before being released. An ideal companion to charcoal grilled red meat, rich dishes, spicy sauces and matured cheese. Organic & sustainable.
$21.99
2019 Domaine Mercouri Red
85% Refosco & 15% Mavrodaphne
Peloponnese, Greece
The Mercouri Estate has been operating since the late 1800s and imported the first Refosco vines from Italy's Friuli region during that time. While Refosco dominates the blend there is also 15% of the iconic red Greek grape, Mavrodaphne. After hand-harvesting and fermenting the grapes, the wine ages for a year in French oak casks. Deep red color and aromas of red fruits with hints of chocolate and coffee harmonically tied with cinnamon and vanilla scents. Medium volume body, elegant, balanced with full but soft tannins. Aged in French Oak for 12 Months. Organic.
$30.99
2018 Gavalas Fragospito
50% Syrah & 50% Cabernet Sauvignon
Crete, Greece
The Fragospito Vineyards take their name from a house that existed on the site in the 1700’s. This wine has aromas of chocolate, herbs and spices in addition to red fruits. Medium tannins with a medium body, acidity and a lingering finish. Aged in stainless steel tanks for one year before being transferred to second use French oak barriques for 18 months before bottling. Organic.
$30.99
2019 Domaine Oinea Amyndeon Lune Noire Extra Brut
90% Xinomavro, ungrafted & 10% Assyrtiko
Amyntaio, Macedonie, Greece
Rich but yet delicate nose, agrumes, resines, Mediterranean bush and stones. Mouth filling creamy mousse with everlasting tiny bubbles in perfect contrast with its refreshing acidity. Balanced. Considerable length. Cold climate wine. Biodynamic & unoaked.
$43.99
The purchase of a tasting tier ensures 10% off any of the selections during the tasting!
We hope you can join us for these excellent selections!
Friday, January 27th from 5-7pm
Garland Homes with Ocean South Imports!
Garland will be pouring Spanish wines
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
2021 Conde Valdemar
85% Viura, 10% Malvasía, 3% Sauvignon Blanc & 2% Tempranillo Blanco
Rioja, Spain
The Conde Valdemar displays a pale-yellow color with greenish highlights. Clean and bright. Intense aroma, very fresh, standing out white fruits, melon and pear, and tropical fruits such as pineapple and lychee. Tasty, vibrant entry, with a persistent and long aftertaste. It is the ideal match for grilled fish, salads and vegetables, as well as pasta dishes and shellfish. A good choice for smoked food and creams. Unoaked.
$14.99
2021 Mentireiro Godello Y Treixadura
60% Godello & 40% Treixadura
Monterrei, Spain
The Mentireiro is shining lemon yellow color with greenish and lemon elegant reflections. Intense where the elegant notes of white fruits such as apricot or apple blend with quince and bay hints. Splendid structure with slight oily texture. Glyceric, exceptionally well-balanced and, pleasant acidity. Paired with grilled fishes (mainly oily), pasta or rice with cheese or vegetables base. Sashimi or sushi and almost any raw fish. With white meats such as chicken with light sauces, grilled lamb and many Galician worldwide dishes such as octopus, clams. Excellent with many dishes from Japanese and Chinese cuisine. Unoaked.
$21.99
2021 Enate Somontano Chardonnay
100% Chardonnay
Somontano, Salas Bajas, Spain
The Enate Chardonnay tastes fruity and fresh, light, easy to drink, Silky and intense. Paired with baked whitefish, fish and gravy, Fish and vegetables, grilled fish, grilled whitefish, Light hors d'oeuvres, Oriental cuisine, pasta with fish, risotto, roasted fish, semi-cured cheese, smoked foods, soft pasta cheese, soup and rice, sushi, white meat with gravy. Unoaked.
$15.99
2019 Bodega Tandem Inmune Red
100% Garnacha
Navarra, Spain
The Bodega Tandem Inmune Red is "deep and attractive red color with a purple rim. Mountain wine with a powerful terroir expression. Intense black fruit, thyme, rosemary and scrubland notes. On the palate shows long, very fresh, wide and savory, with a gentle structure and attractive texture. Unoaked
$16.99
2018 Encomienda De Cervera Dulcinea Del Maar Graciano
100% Graciano
Campo de Calatrava, Almagro, Spain
The Dulcinea Del Maar is an expressive jewel in which its volcanic character and special mineralization can be appreciated. A unique tempered structure that persuades the taster's senses. Cherry red with a high layer. Very lively purple trim. High aromatic intensity with lots of ripe black fruit at the beginning. The toasts are integrated and evolve to toffee, notes of pastries appear along with vanilla and florals. A lot of personality. Balsamic and ink memories. Very powerful on the palate. Ripe tannin that is marked without being clingy, robust and unctuous at the same time. Long finish in the mouth. Aged 12 months in barrel. Pairs with game stews, legumes and to accompany meat sauces.
$24.99
2015 Enate Crianza
Cabernet Sauvignon & Tempranillo
Somontano, Salas Bajas, Spain
Enate Crianza is medium purple with a ruby rim. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo is intense. Lively notes of red fruit, spices and some smoky notions. Dim herbal undertones, alongside remembrances of licorice, coffee and tobacco. Dense and meaty, this wine from the Enate winery has bold tannins, a rock-solid structure and a well-balanced acidity. Black fruit, green bell peppers, dry earth and graphite. This Crianza red wine has a long, spicy finish. Each of the grape varieties was separately vinified. Destemmed and gently crushed, both wine musts were separately macerated and fermented in contact with the grape skins in stainless steel tanks. After that, both underwent malolactic fermentation and were aged for 9 months. Aged in French oak barrels and the Tempranillo in American oak barrels.
$15.99
The purchase of a tasting tier ensures 10% off any of the selections during the tasting!
We hope you can join us for these excellent selections!
Holiday Champagne Tasting Friday, December 16th from 5-7pm
We will be pouring…
Gardet Brut Tradition
45% Pinot Noir, 45% Meunier & 10% Chardonnay
Champagne, France
Maison Gardet was established in the late 19th century when Charles Gardet, an entrepreneurial wine merchant, founded his House in Epernay. In the 1930s, his son Georges Gardet moved to Chigny-les-Roses to continue the tradition and develop the Champagne Gardet brand. Color: Honey gold yellow. Nose: With character, open. Hints of chalk, fruit, and toasted notes. Taste: Expressive. White stone fruits, dominating freshness with some minerality. Soft and supple from the Meuniers and directness from the Pinots Noirs. A fine balance of aroma, taste and long finish. Fine cuisine pairings: By nature a champagne for an aperitif: gougères; bruschettas; grilled prawns and with scrambled eggs for a brunch.
$48.99
2011 Hensken Rankin Brut
70% Chardonnay & 30% Pinot Noir
Tasmania
THE ISLAND STATE of Tasmania finally separated from Australia’s land mass some 12,000 years ago. It is a cooler climate, and in parts much wilder than the rest of Australia. The western part of the island is largely wild, and separated from the east by a series of mountains: Mt. Ossa, the Great Western Mountains, Mt. Wellington, and the Derwent Highlands. Collectively, these formations create a rain shadow effect. While the western portion is thick with verdant forests, the eastern side is drier, and better suited to viticulture. The nose demonstrates lees and bottle age with a roasted hazelnut and marzipan character, but stays remarkably fresh-fruited, with notes of orange oil, quandong (a native red peach), and white flowers. The palate is regal and bright, with a fine but soft effervescence, striking acidity, and a long finish.
$96.99
2016 Gusbourne Blanc de Blanc Brut
100% Chardonnay
Kent, England
At Gusbourne, the goal is simple: to create the finest wines in the world. A deep respect for nature, an uncompromising quest for quality and a fastidious approach to detail is at the heart of everything at Gusbourne. This Blanc de Blancs typifies the linear purity of this classic style. They select their finest lots of Chardonnay that exhibit natural minerality, ensuring that the wine has both finesse and elegance as well as the requisite qualities for extended aging. The 2016 Brut Blanc de Blancs opens in the glass with aromas of crisp orchard fruit, white flowers and citrus zest framed by hints of pastry cream and fresh bread that's less overtly autolytic in profile than its 2015 counterpart. Medium to full-bodied, pure and precise, with racy acids and a delicate core of fruit, it's beautifully balanced and suspect it will age very well indeed. Certified Sustainable by SWGB.
$63.99
2017 Izar-Leku Hondarrabi Zuri
100% Hondarribi Zuri
Zarautz, Vino de Espana, Basque Country, Spain
Though the seacoast towns of the País Vasco may seem worlds away from Rioja, they in fact lie little more than an hour’s drive over the Sierra Cantabria from the Rioja Alavesa. It is this close cultural connection which led Artadi’s López de Lacalle family to develop a stunningly high-quality traditional-method sparkling wine made from Hondarribi Zuri grown in the Getariako Txakolina zone (though not carrying the DO). Here, in the coastal town of Zarautz, they have
collaborated with grower Inaxio Manterola for the sea-kissed, rippingly high-acid raw material ideal for two and half years of sur-lie aging before disgorgement with no dosage. The result is Izar-Leku, a sparkling wine packed with natural energy which after a long aging in bottle produces a wine with great aromatic complexity and an attractive distinct saline minerality.
$39.99
2018 Eva Fricke Extra Brut Rosé Sekt
100% Pinot Noir
German Sparkling Wine
Weingut Eva Fricke is a young estate that was founded only in 2006. However, what makes things even more interesting is that its founder Eva Fricke was born to two doctors, not a winemaking family, and in Bremen, a place better known for beer and cars. Notes of strawberry, blackcurrant and brioche, this extra brut is creamy and intense with a fine bead. Cherry blossoms and raspberries, & delicate notes of brioche, fruity, juicy lightness, dry mineral finish. This was made at the Raumland facility using Méthode Champenoise technique with 22 months on the lees and only 2 g/l dosage.
$79.99
2015 Keller Estate Brut Rosé
87% Pinot Noir & 13% Chardonnay
Sonoma Coast, California
Grapes were picked 2 weeks earlier than normal to ensure the ideal acid/alcohol balance. Once harvested, they had eight hours of skin contact to achieve a light pink color followed by a very gentle press cycle. The base wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks with no malolactic fermentation to achieve the bright yet delicate aromas of
rose and raspberry. After the secondary fermentation, wine was aged on its lees for 24 months, followed by a dosage of 9g/L residual sugar, classifying this as a Brut. On the palate features delicate pink grapefruit a long dry finish with the beautiful minerality that is so clearly the Keller Estate terroir.
$57.99
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Friday, October 28th from 5-7pm
Chris Izzo with Epiphany Wines!
Chris will be pouring…
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
2021 Pieropan Soave
85% Garganega & 15% Trebbiano
Soave, Italy
The Pieropan Soave is a brilliant straw yellow color with greenish hints. The delicate nose is reminiscent of almond blossoms and marzipan. Good depth of fruit on the palate, nicely balanced by a zingy acidity that enhances its long length. The wine remains in glass-lined cement tanks on the fine lees for a period which varies according to the vintage. In the spring following the harvest the wine is bottled and then released after at least a further month in bottle. This wine makes an excellent partner for soups, starters, especially vegetable based such as asparagus, peas, courgette, egg-based dishes or seafood and fresh water fish dishes. It is an excellent aperitif, especially when served with simple canapés. Unoaked.
$18.99
2020 Y3 Chardonnay
100% Chardonnay
Napa Valley, California
Well framed with expressive citrus, delicate pear and green apple notes, JAX Y3 Chardonnay offers lovely aromatics and fresh acidity. The 2020 vintage reflects the complete expression of a picture-perfect vintage. Fermented in concrete and aged. Unoaked.
$21.99
2020 Weather Chardonnay
100% Chardonnay
Sonoma County, California
This lively, floral chardonnay has aromas of spring white flowers and jasmine with chamomile and butter-poached pears. On the palate, flavors of baked apple tart and lemon confit with vanilla crème brûlée. Its fresh, nimble acidity and slight minerality lend refreshing balance to the richness.
$23.99
2020 Weather Pinot Noir
100% Pinot Noir
Sonoma County, California
The Weather Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir has a vibrant ruby hue with translucent core. Wild strawberry and soft, spiced-rhubarb pie greet you in the glass, edged with ocean minerality and rose petal. Generous red fruits of cran-raspberry and plum have a touch of sweet thyme and tarragon on the palate with a barrel-toast, pie-crust finish. Bright and complex drink now or hold for up to 10 years.
$23.99
2019 Terredora Di Paolo Aglianico
100% Aglianico
Campania, Italy
Very explosive fruit nose, displaying an intensity of dark cherry, aromas of ripe red berries, spicy pepper, violet and prune, blended with cacao and toasted notes. Soft and elegant; long in the mouth with notes of mature red fruits and displays the structure necessary for long aging. Ideal with soups, even those which are meat based, cold cuts, white and red meats, roasts and mature cheeses. Fermented in stainless steel tanks and aged in French oak.
$23.99
2019 Serial Cabernet Sauvignon
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Paso Robles, California
Serial Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles strikes the perfect balance of dark, lush fruit and structure. Ripe blackcurrant, roasted fig and cocoa notes give way to complex layers of toasted spice and vanilla on the finish. Our excitement and commitment to the region and this series of wines is captured in their richness and opulence. Barrel aged in French and American oak.
$24.99
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Monday, October 10th 6pm
South African Wine Dinner!
Zingo Munger of Cape Classics and Jimmy McRoy of Winebow will be hosting our dinner from Cape Town!
Mike Moore, owner of The Blind Pig Supper Club & Catering, will be our Executive Chef for the evening. He continues to spread his passion for food in Wilson and throughout our state.
There will be a light reception starting at 6pm with dinner promptly at 6:30pm. Tickets are $80/person and limited to only 20 people. Reservations along with payment are required to secure your seat. Tickets are available by calling the store or online.
Below is the flyer for the event which includes the menu with wine pairings.
We look forward to seeing you!
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Monday, October 10th 6pm
South African Wine Dinner!
Zingo Munger of Cape Classics and Jimmy McRoy of Winebow will be hosting our dinner from Cape Town!
Mike Moore, owner of The Blind Pig Supper Club & Catering, will be our Executive Chef for the evening. He continues to spread his passion for food in Wilson and throughout our state.
There will be a light reception starting at 6pm with dinner promptly at 6:30pm. Tickets are $80/person and limited to only 20 people. Reservations along with payment are required to secure your seat. Tickets are available by calling the store or online.
Below is the flyer for the event which includes the menu with wine pairings.
We look forward to seeing you!
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Monday, September 12th from 6-8pm
Catena Alta Blending Seminar!
Join us and our hostess Ann Marie Sgroi of Catena and Winebow Imports…
During this educational wine tasting seminar, you will experience Malbec from five different regions within Mendoza, reaching almost 5000 feet in elevation. Taste the uniquely different terroirs and beauty of Microclimate blending. You will have the chance to and make your own blend through the guidance of the Catena Task Force.
Tickets are $45/person and can be purchased by calling the store or by the link below.
Friday, August 26th from 5-7pm
Michael Maller with Orsini Wines!
Michael will be pouring…
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
2021 Curran Grenache Blanc
100% Grenache Blanc
Lompoc, Santa Barbara County, California
Hand-sorted fruit was whole cluster pressed. The juice then settled for 2 days at 30°F before it was racked cleanly and inoculated for primary fermentation. It was maintained at 60-62°F in stainless steel tanks until fermentation was complete. A clean and fruity, dry white wine with notes of ripe mango, white peaches, and hints of passion fruit and elderflowers. Medium bodied, with balanced acidity, firm tannins, and a clean, crisp finish. Perfect as a “patio” wine, to sip by itself, it also pairs extremely well with spicy foods including Mexican, Thai and Indian cuisines. Unoaked.
$18.99
2020 Claudie Jobard Rully Montagne La Folie Bourgogne Blanc
100% Chardonnay
Rully, France
This wine has a real presence in the glass, with a lovely pale-golden hue. There's a warming toastiness to the nose, a notable hint of citrus and clementine, with notes of almond and herb. The palate is bold, weighty and full-bodied, there's toasted almond, hazelnut and notes of dried orchard fruit. There's an element of delicate spice and minerality with a creaminess, almost buttery character to the finish which completes with a cleansing citrus zing. The finish is lengthy, warming and complex. This really is full-on, intense white Burgundy.
The fruit was hand-harvested and then fermented and aged in French oak. Fuller-bodied on the palate with great fruit and freshness. A great match for soft and aged cheeses. Organic & Sustainable.
Drink Now – 2025
$43.99
2021 Krupp Brothers “The Damsel” Rosé
72% Cabernet Sauvignon & 28% Syrah
Napa Valley, California
The 2021 Damsel displays scents of strawberry, fresh-squeezed ruby red grapefruit and rose petal. Juicy strawberries and ripe peach mingle for a round mouthfeel with tantalizing crisp citrus offering bright acidity. Pairs well poke tuna tacos or grilled peach and arugula salad with feta and lemon vinaigrette. Barrel Aging: 5 months in 100% stainless steel. Unoaked.
Drink now through 2023.
$48.99
2016 Vinteloper Pinot Noir
100% Pinot Noir
Adelaide Hills, Australia
A collaboration between winemaker and grape grower & minimal intervention winemaking are the technically important features here. Fermented in old oak, ages in 2nd and 3rd use French oak. This wine is crunchy, savory and vibrantly fresh. There is no shortage of fruit, ripe/super-juicy/viscous style that is prevalent. Organic. Biodynamic. Minimal intervention.
$31.99
2016 Paloma Merlot
85% Merlot & 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley, California
The Merlot is once again a blend of Estate Merlot and Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. The resulting wine is a big, world-class red wine capable of improving with bottle aging for 10 to 15 years. Complex aromas of black berry fruits, black stone fruits, chocolate, tobacco, spice and floral notes with a mineral overtone. On the palate the wine has a big silky mouth feel, well balanced, with flavors of berries, fruit, cocoa, cassis, and spice, and a long spicy finish. It is fermented in French oak—33% new—for 18 months before being bottled in the spring, then bottle-aged for an additional 30 months before release.
$69.99
2018 Foxen Cabernet Franc
100% Cabernet Franc
Santa Maria Valley, California
The Heritage Collection is sourced from Foxen’s old-vines, dry farmed and sustainably grown grapes in our upper Tinaquaic Vineyard and deserves to be celebrated. This selection of wine is not only extremely limited in production, it also highlights the unique taste profiles and complexities that only these old vines can provide. This Cabernet Franc is punchy and spicy. Red cherry jam, tobacco, leather and dried herbs confer a great deal of savory intensity. The purity of fruit is spot on, and it has the balance and class to evolve for 10-12 years with no issues. Sustainable.
$62.99
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Monday, August 15th from 6-8pm
Join us and our hosts Jon Ross of Legend Australian Wine Imports and Garland Homes III of Ocean South Imports for an evening Down Under!
Mike Moore, owner of The Blind Pig Supper Club & Catering, will be our Executive Chef for the evening. He continues to spread his passion for food in Wilson and throughout our state.
There will be a light reception starting at 6pm with dinner promptly at 6:30pm. Tickets are $80/person and limited to only 20 people. Reservations along with payment are required to secure your seat. Tickets are available by calling the store or online.
The flyer for the event which includes the menu with wine pairings can be accessed on our Facebook Event page.
We look forward to seeing you!
Friday, July 29th from 5-7pm
Darren Royer with Grapevine Distributors!
Darren will be pouring…
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
2019 Piano dei Daini Etna Bianco
90% Carricante, 10% Cattarato, Inzolia & Grecanico
Etna, Italy
Dusty florals, crushed almonds, lemon confit and hints of yellow apple rise up from the 2019 Etna Bianco Piano dei Daini. It coats the palate in textural richness, and then washes it clean with a stimulating mix of vibrant acids, citrus and salty minerals. Tension builds through the finale, as the cheeks pucker to a sweet-and-sour display of green melon and lasting inner florals. The 2019 is beautiful already, but a year or two of cellaring will bring it fully into focus. A wonderful appetizer, but excellent with any fish that can support the zesty citrus fruit and acidity. Drinking window: 2022 – 2028. Certified Organic, Vegan Friendly and Unoaked.
$39.99
2020 La Spinetta Toscana Vermentino
100% Vermentino
Tuscany, Italy
Yellow straw with subtle green hues with a bouquet of citrus, almond and wildflowers. On the palate, it’s fresh and firm, with aromas of thyme and marjoram. The finish is long and mineral. Alcoholic fermentation with natural yeasts. Aging of about 3 months in steel tanks on its lees.
Sustainable farming. Unoaked.
$23.99
2021 La Spinetta Il Rosé di Casanova
50% Sangiovese, 50% Prugnolo Gentile
Terriccola, Tuscany, Italy
The Il Rosé di Casanova is lovely with a bouquet that’s more savory than
sweet, mixing crushed rocks with white strawberries and peach skins. While soothingly soft, there’s a salty core of minerality and vibrant acidity that creates a juicy and energetic expression, further accentuated by hints of sour melon. The 2021 tapers off remarkably fresh with a candied citrus twang and leaves the mouthwatering for more. The Il Rosé di Casanova is an equal-parts blend of Sangiovese and Prugnolo Gentile. Sustainable farming. Unoaked.
$21.99
2018 Piano dei Daini Etna Rosso
90% Nerello Mascalese, 10% Nerello Cappuccio
Etna, Italy
Zippy citrus fruit, white peaches and white flowers intermingled by mineral notes. This is really fresh, characterized by a wonderful level of acidity. The finish is sapid and long. After malolactic fermentation, the wine ages in neutral French oak tonneau for 10 months then in steel vats. A wonderful appetizer, but excellent with any fish that can support the zesty citrus fruit and acidity.
Certified Organic. Vegan Friendly.
$45.99
2018 SCEG Aglianico del Vulture
100% Aglianico del Vulture
Basilicata, Italy
Intense ruby color with strong garnet reflections. Ample and complex perfume, decidedly mineral, fruity and ethereally youthful with clear spice hints. Aroma provokes strong sensation of cherry, currant, rosemary, tobacco and cinnamon. Has a dry, warm flavor, broad structure and persistent, aromatic and long finish. Wine of strong personality, representative of its territory and destined to have a great future!
Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation takes place in new tonneau for 12 months. Then, the wine is aged for 6 months in bottle before release.
$36.99
2018 La Spinetta Casanova Chianti Reserva
100% Sangiovese
Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
The Chianti Riserva is 100% Sangiovese from old vines (30 years), lending concentration and density. A welcome diversion from the textbook Chianti of the past, this is a surprising wine of personality and character with rich, saturated color and aromas of dark fruit, leather, wet earth and spicy overtones of cinnamon and clove. This Chianti is aged in large oak casks, imparting a broad and bold structure, yet the wine remains silky and aromatically precise at the same time. Sustainable farming.
$29.99
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Friday, June 24th from 5-7pm
Summer Sippers!
We will be pouring…
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
2020 Ca N’Estruc Blanc
52% Xarel-lo, 32% Muscat, 7% Garnatxa Blanca, 5% Chardonnay & 4% Macabeu
Esparreguera, Barcelona, Spain
Bright pale yellow. Intense and fragrant aromas in the nose. Aromas of white flowers accompanied by a charming touch of talcum powder with the freshness of citrus, oranges, peaches, red apples and slightly shortbread notes. Floral fragrances at the end. Fresh and clean. Great with food, especially salty and appetizers.
$14.99
2020 Saint Véran Bourgogne Blanc
100% Chardonnay
Saint Veran, France
The Dutron family has been making wine at their 40-acre estate in the town of Fuissé since 1835. The winery is dedicated to using sustainable farming practices. Pale gold color. Bright aromas of stone fruits, honeysuckle and fern with deeper notes of almonds, cinnamon, butter and honey. Flavors of exotic and citrus fruits, with a dry, well-rounded and full-bodied palate. Smooth with good minerality and balance. Pairs well with fish, risotto and cheese (particularly goat, blue and Comté).
$26.99
2021 Commanderie de la Bargemone Rosé
45% Grenache, 21% Cinsault, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Syrah & 6% Sauvignon Blanc
Provence, France
‘La Commanderie de la Bargemone' was founded in the 13th Century & is located 10 miles away from the historic city of Aix-en-Provence. In 1250 AD - The Knights Templar built their compound of buildings known as ‘'La Commanderie'' in the heart of the surrounding farm fields. The aroma profile of this elegant, naturally produced rosé is complex and fruity, but the fruity notes are not too intense in the foreground and leave enough room for other accents. Strawberries and other red fruits are noticeable, along with notes of watermelon, peach and Citrus fruit. Hints of rose petals, spices and grass set interesting accents on the palate. Above all, there is a radiant minerality and fresh tartaric acidity, which are pleasantly contrasted by a silky-smooth nature. The wine finishes refreshingly with citrus tones.
$21.99
2019 Brunn Blauer Zweigelt Red
100% Blauer Zweigelt
Niederösterreich, Austria
Brunn practices traditional fermentation in small tanks using native yeasts to enhance the
beautiful typicity of its vineyards. The winery owns the oldest traditional basket press in this part of Europe, dating back to 1564 A.D. This Renaissance era basket press has never left the village. Originally used by
the Benedictine Abby of Gottweig near Krems, it eventually found its way to the makers of Brunn.
Completely hand harvested in small batches. 100% Estate Grown. A touch of oak. Few months spent in large Slovenian oak vats. Violet reddish in color with soft tannins. A spicy nose with nuances of pepper. Mature and full-bodied mouth that delivers notes of morello cherry.
$15.99
2015 Miali Campirossi Primitivo
100% Primitivo
Puglia, Italy
Ruby red color is very intense with purple reflexes. Strong and distinctive with sensations of spice and ripe fruit. Full, structured, very well-balanced. Aged in stainless steel. 6-8 months of bottle refining. Food pairing: roasted or stuffed meat, barbeque and pasta with meat.
$17.99
2020 Lovo Colli Euganei Fior d’Arancio Moscato
100% Moscato Giallo
Fior d’Arancio Colli Euganei DOCG, Veneto, Italy
One whiff of this stunning sparkler and you’ll understand the name, which translates to “orange blossom”. Colli Euganei Fior d’Arancio is one of the world’s most unique wines: a rare clone of Moscato Giallo that, when well-managed, is sweet on the mid-palate, then crisp and mouth-watering on the finish. Wow! Produced by Salvatore Lovo, a true hands-on winemaker, and one of only a dozen that can produce this particular DOCG. Perfect for dessert or brunch!
$17.99
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Friday, May 27th from 5-7pm
Jimmy McRoy with Winebow!
Jimmy will be pouring…
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
NV Kilda Brut
80% Chardonnay & 20% Pinot Noir
South Eastern Australia
Very pale straw appearance with aromas of fresh cut lemon and subtle green apple surrounded by rising dough. A generous mousse reveals a quite tight and complex palate of fresh buttered toast and a citrus freshness. Sustainable practices.
About the Cap:
Benefits include ease of use, reseal-ability, less waste, and more efficiency. The bottle features an easy to open screw cap and even easier to re-seal. The closure is called ‘Viiva’ and is the world’s first
screw cap for high pressure sparkling wine. Viiva means ‘alive’ and this specially designed
closure will maintain pressure and keep the wine bubbly up to 21 days after opening. It is exclusive to Australia and New Zealand, so no Proseccos or domestic sparkling wines are using a similar closure.
$9.99
2021 Amity White Pinot Noir
100% Pinot Noir
Eola-Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon
The Amity White Pinot Noir was sourced from a mix of vineyards located predominately in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA of the Willamette Valley. The fruit was picked in the cool early morning and gently pressed to minimize color and tannin extraction yet provide the subtle layers of tart and juicy fruit. After settling for 24 hours, the juice is cleanly racked and fermented in a stainless-steel tank. We age this wine sur lie to create generous yet soft texture, and provide balance to its mouthwatering finish. Notes of pear, orange blossom, and linen. Aged in stainless steel, unoaked.
$20.99
2018 Enemigo Chardonnay
55% Roussane, 25% Marsanne & 20% Viognier
Applegate Valley, Oregon
Jura was the influence and inspiration for this stunning Chardonnay, aged under flor. Leesy, racy, saline and yeasty, with a core of acidity, subtle oak and a long, tapering finish. A boundary-pushing white for Argentina.
Aged in French oak barrels for 9 months, 35% new. Wild yeast. Organic and sustainable.
$26.99
2021 One Stone Rosé of Pinot Noir
100% Pinot Noir
Central Coast, California
One Stone—a special line of wines from the Ancient Peaks family. One Stone is a tribute to all of the women who move mountains, one stone at a time. A portion from every bottle sold is donated to Dream Big Darling, which provides educational opportunities and mentorship programs for the next generation of female leaders in the wine and spirits industry. Dream Big Darling was founded by Amanda Wittstrom Higgins. The 2021 Rosé presents summery aromas of lime and peach with a burst of tropical guava. A clean, crisp texture enlivens the palate with flavors of watermelon, pineapple and pink grapefruit. Zippy acidity lands perfectly on a luscious, refreshing finish. The 2021 Rosé is ideal for seasonal spring and summer enjoyment. Recommended pairings include fish tacos, wood-fired chicken flatbread, Caesar salad and classic picnic fare.
$16.99
2018 Markam Merlot
87% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petite Sirah & 2%Syrah
Napa Valley, California
Their Estate Vineyards provide the backbone to our Napa Valley Merlot. Black raspberry and plum fruit greet you in the glass, which is enhanced by graham cracker, caramel and tootsie roll aromas from the oak aging. Concentrated cherry jam fruit provides silky texture balancing the toasty, vanilla shortbread character.
$24.99
2020 One Stone Cabernet Sauvignon
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California
One Stone is a tribute to the women who move mountains, one stone at a time. In that spirit, we create wines that shine at every occasion. Our wine grapes come from our family vineyard and other select sites that exemplify Paso Robles as a world-class region for Cabernet Sauvignon. The resulting wines are sophisticated, elegant and powerful—much like the land and the women from which they come.
The 2019 One Stone Cabernet Sauvignon offers a rich aroma profile of cherry and cassis with varietal hints of tobacco and olive. A deep, supple palate presents layered flavors of plum, black berry and black currant underpinned by notes of mocha, cedar, cola and vanilla spice. Smooth, sweet tannins unfold into a lusciously rounded finish. The rich yet approachable character of the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a fine match for ground beef tacos, barbecued chicken, braised short ribs and lamb chops with rosemary butter.
$17.99
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Join us for an
Evening in Paris
We are starting a NEW endeavor with our wine dinners! We are now having them at Grapenuts! Yes, you heard us correctly
Thomas Meunier, owner of Authenique Vin will be hosting our FIRST event. Many of you will remember Thomas as he did our Springtime in Paris wine dinner four years ago at Barton College. He will be showing some new and amazing wines that will leave you craving for more.
Mike Moore, owner of The Blind Pig Supper Club & Catering, will be our Executive Chef for the evening. He continues to spread his passion for food in Wilson and throughout our state.
There will be a light reception starting at 5:30pm with dinner promptly at 6pm. Tickets are $75/person and limited to only 20 people. Reservations along with payment are required to secure your seat. Tickets are available by calling the store or online.
We look forward to seeing you!
Cheers!
Friday, April 29th from 5-7pm
Garland Homes with Ocean South Imports!
Garland will be pouring…
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
2020 Nägelsförst Flugkünstler Sauvignon Blanc
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Baden, Germany
After selective manual-harvesting of grapes, they were lightly pressed and then left with their lees for a short period. All stainless-steel fermentation. The must was clarified for 24 hours prior to bottling. The wine has multifaceted aromas of cassis and goose berries. Elegant and balanced on the palate with a delightful freshness. Pairs perfectly with everything from the ocean.
$21.99
2020 Ontañón Tempranillo Blanco
100% Tempranillo Blanco
Rioja, Spain
Once fermented, the juice is transferred to its lees, where it spends 2 months aging, which adds to much more complex aromas and flavors that evolve over time. The wine is then removed from its lees, racked and then bottled after tartaric stabilization occurs. Light-yellow with a touch of green reflection Intense tropical fruit aromas of pineapple and banana with hints of white flowers. On the palate, this wine is balanced with good acidity, a high expression of fruit with a lengthy finish. This wine is perfect as an aperitive with salads, poultry and cheeses.
$16.99
2020 Troon Côtes du Kubli Blanc
55% Roussane, 25% Marsanne & 20% Viognier
Applegate Valley, Oregon
Troon Vineyard is a Biodynamic® Certified regenerative organic farm in Oregon’s Applegate Valley. We naturally craft wines to bring pleasure to your life. All Troon wines are made from Biodynamic grapes spontaneously fermented with indigenous yeasts and no additives of any kind. This rich blend of Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne was sourced from the biodynamic Cowhorn Vineyard and fermented with wild yeasts. The grapes were harvested, lightly pressed then fermented in neutral French oak barrels and aged on their lees for five months. It's thick and viscous, loaded with ripe, almost unctuous fruit flavors of peach, apricot and sweet pear. Though not a dessert wine, there's enough fruit sweetness to give it a full-bodied finish, buoyed by moderate acidity.
$24.99
2019 Nägelsförst Wildromantik Pinot Noir Troken
100% Pinot Noir
Ortenau, Baden, Germany
The name "Wildromantik" translates as "Wild Romance" and means the wild and romantic landscape of the Black Forest around the Nagelsforst winery. Wine grapes are grown in Rehland and in the Buhlertal community. Vineyards located on steep southern and southwestern slopes have light soils of weathered granite. Harvest is carefully selected and carefully harvested by hand. After separation from the ridges, the fruits undergo cold maceration. This is followed by a 15-day traditional wort fermentation and a 15-month wine maturation. Berry-filled Pinot noir, dry, typical aroma, expressive and animating red wine with a delicate spiciness. Pairs well with roast beef and wild feathered game.
$18.99
2018 Seppeltsfield Shiraz
100% Shiraz
Barossa Valley, Australia
100% destemmed, with 7-10 days on skins in 8- ton open fermenters. Matured in combination of stainless-steel tanks and well-seasoned French hogsheads. SO2 addition made after malolactic fermentation. Nose of lifted dark cherry, liquored Davidson plum fruit, and poached lilly pilly (a native purple berry), with complex brown spices. Ripe fruits, subtle floral notes, black pepper, Dorrigo pepperleaf (a menthol like native herb), and polished oak spices find balance and complexity on the palate. Classic Barossa boldness, but with amplified structure to find elegance.
$21.99
2019 Joncier L’O Côte du Rhône Rouge
98% Grenache & 2% Syrah
Côtes du Rhône, France
It has aromas and flavors of bright cherry, red fruit, and peony, with a hint of black pepper and noticeable minerality on the palate. The wine has a medium body, excellent acidity and soft tannins. Pairs well with grilled meats, pastas, or hearty vegetable dishes with our summer favorites: tomatoes, eggplant, and more! Aged 18 months in used French oak.
Certified Organic & Biodynamic.
$19.99
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Wine Class: Central Coast California
Located between San Francisco and Santa Barbara Is California wine country’s Central Coast. This is home to some of the most diverse and overlooked wine regions in the country. Here you can find everything from Burgundian styles of wine in the rugged mountains of Santa Cruz overlooking the foggy Monterey Bay or Rhone and Bordeaux style wines in the Mediterranean climate found in the rolling hills of Paso Robles, or a little bit of it all in the south facing slopes of Santa Barbara. Come explore this unique and exciting region with an evening of wine led by Advanced Sommelier Paul DiMario with Epiphany wines.
Tickets are $15/person. Seating is limited. The deadline for reservations along with payment is Friday, April 1st.
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Friday, February 25th from 5-7pm
Eamonn O’Mahoney with Monsieur Touton!
Eamonn will be pouring…
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
N/V Henri Dubois Brut Champagne
65% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay and 15% Pinot Meunier
Epernay, Champagne, France
Made by the largest family-owned producer in Champagne with a history dating back to the mid-1800s, it’s easy to understand how quality and price come together so seamlessly in this wine. Fresh and lively, if features notes of citrus and toast. Drink it on its own or with light seafood dishes. An elegant pale-yellow color. A fine and subtle nose with citrus and redcurrant fruits aromas. The palate is harmonious and fruity. Excellent Champagne at a down-to-earth price point.
$29.99
2019 Chateau Guiraud “Le G” Bordeaux Blanc
50% Sauvignon Blanc & 50% Semillon
Bordeaux, France
A bouquet of a great finesse with enormous aromatic intensity, rich and complex. An explosion of flavors on the palate, with notes of tangerine and grapefruit peel. There is a long finish with a touch of red fruit berries, red currant contributed by the sauvignon blanc from our wine-stock conservatory. This a crisp, clean wine of great refinement. It is aged for approximately 7 months in the oak barrels that produced the previous year's Grand Cru.
$24.99
2020 Chateau Montaud Provence Rosé
40% Cinsault, 40% Grenache, 20% Mourvedre
Cotes de Provence, France
A classic Cotes de Provence rosé: dry, crisp and refreshing, full of fruit and ideal for anytime. Traditional growing methods are given priority and include ploughing to ventilate the soil and using organic farming rather than chemicals and artificial processes. This pretty Provençal rosé is easily paired with light salads, pastas and rice dishes. It is also especially great with raw or lightly cooked shellfish, grilled fish and goats’ cheeses. Perfect hot weather drinking.
$13.99>750ml - $30.99>1.5L Mag - $35.99 5L BiB
2019 Village La Tourelle Bordeaux Rouge
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Bordeaux AOC, France
100% Cabernet Sauvignon in the Bordeaux that will impress you with its refined style and balance. Elegant and restrained with notes of cherry and black currant. The tannins are mellow, which leads to a smooth and supple finish. This wine is elegant and very food friendly.
$16.99
2016 Capraia Chianti Classico Reserva
100% Sangiovese
Chianti Classico Reserva DOCG, Italy
Chianti Classico Tenuta di Capraia is a wine with an optimal complexity and structure. Ruby red colour with violet tinges. Intense and rich aroma, vinous, fruit-driven. Pleasant cherry notes, refreshing and well-balanced with hints of integrated vivid tannin. At least 1 year in the traditional Chianti barrels, followed by 3 months in steel tanks and at least 6 months in the bottle. Certified Organic.
$27.99
2015 Marquis de Mons Margaux Rouge
Mostly Merlot, followed by around 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and a small amount of Petit Verdot
Margaux, Bordeaux, France
Marquis de Mons is the second wine of Château La Tour de Mons.
The rigorous parcellar selection practiced at La Tour de Mons allows us to offer a second wine full of elegance. The vinification of Marquis de Mons is oriented towards the research of balance, with supple tannins and good aromatic expression.
A low-temperature alcoholic fermentation allows a gentle extraction enabling red fruit aromas to develop.
Marquis de Mons is a wine to enjoy whilst young (3 to 5 years).
Beautifully dark coloured, Marquis de Mons has a complex nose with aromas of black fruits and well-integrated woody notes. On the palate, the attack is frank and the wine has a dense and smooth structure. The fresh finish is long and persistent thanks to its very delicate tannins.
$34.99
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Friday, March 25th from 5-7pm
Nate Harry with Advintage Distributing!
Nate will be pouring…
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
2020 Jean-Marc Brocard St Claire Chablis
100% Chardonnay
Chablis, Burgundy, France
The Sainte Claire Chablis expresses with a great deal of finesse the typicity of its Chablis soil: the Kimmeridgian. Made from Chardonnay grapes, this vintage expresses the singularity of our wines through its strength, precision and freshness. On the nose, notes of lemon, yellow fruits. The mouth is wrapped, balanced, and tangy. Organic and unoaked. $27.99
2019 Reveur Pierres Sauvages Blanc
Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris & Pinot Noir
Alsace, France
Gentle, refreshing and satisfying wine with beautiful notes of citrus. The palate is supple though precise, making you want to pour another glass. Three varieties of Pinots are pressed directly and blended, indigenous yeast fermentation (50% in stainless steel tank and 50% in foudres). Alcoholic fermentation is without any sugar additions, acidification, or commercial yeast. Aged for 9 months in tank, light filtration, and minimal sulfur at bottling. Organic and Biodynamic.
$23.99
2019 Domaine Marcel Deiss Alsace Blanc
Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Muscat à petits grains, Gewurztraminer et Sylvaner, Pinot Auxerrois, Pinot Beurot, Muscat Blanc, Rose d'Alsace, and Traminer
Alsace AOC, France
A gorgeously complex and mineral co-planted field blend from one of the masters of Alsace. The wine shows pure and fresh aromas/flavors of meyer lemon, seductive spices, nectarine, and fresh citrus fruits. It is refined and delicate, with a wonderful tension binding its core. A beautfiully complete white wine. Indigenous yeast. Fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks. Zero sulfur added. Certified organic, certified biodynamic.
$32.99
2018 Domaine Marcel Deiss Alsace Rouge
100% Pinot Noir
Alsace AOC, France
Grapes are hand-harvested, sorted, and de-stemmed before vatting. Traditional vinification with gentle extraction of the fruit. The wine matures 50% in tank and 50% in barrel for one year before bottling. Fined, not filtered. Dark, powerful ruby robe. Fine, elegant, and open aromatics of small red fruits and cream. Fresh and full of fruit on the palate, with volume, vibrant acidity, and lots of energy. A great wine for the table and can be drunk in its youth with a wide range of pairings. Organic and Biodynamic.
$36.99
2015 DOMAINE DE FREGATE BANDOL ROUGE
80% Mourvedre & 20% Grenache
Bandol AOC, Provence, France
Beautiful intense garnet color with purplish reflections, brilliant and limpid. The very expressive nose intensely reveals all the complexity of the Bandol terroir. Notes of very ripe black fruits and liquorice blend with the iodized notes of Mourvèdre grown on limestone soil under the benevolent eye of the nearby Mediterranean. The mouth is full-bodied and complex, expressing silky and velvety tannins present but without being aggressive. A nice balanced wine which will undoubtedly demonstrate a good aging capacity in the cellar.
$26.99
2018 MICHELINI I MUFATTO GY RED
60% Malbec & 40% Cabernet Franc
Mendoza, Argentina
This small production wine is a blend of Malbec and Cabernet Franc from Gualtallary. The nose shows notes of plum, cassis, cocoa nibs, and crushed dried leaves. On the palate the wine comes through with black currant held up by a strong tannin core. This wine is good now but can definitely age as well.
Practicing Organic, Sustainably Farmed.
$29.99
The purchase of a tasting tier ensures 10% off any of the selections during the tasting!
We hope you can join us for these excellent selections!
Reserve Wine Tasting Friday, January 28th from 5-7pm
Chris Izzo with Epiphany Wine Co
Chris will be pouring…
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
N/V Roederer Estate California Brut
60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir
Anderson Valley, California
The current release of the NV Estate Brut is made up mainly of fruit from the 2015 vintage. It is a blend of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir and was made with about ten grams per liter dosage. Disgorged in October of 2018, it has a fresh, open nose with pure fruit expression: crushed apples, pears and lemon peel mingle with touches of stone, flowers and toast. The medium-bodied palate offers a lovely dichotomy of toasty fruits with uplifted citrusy, minerally accents with a finely beaded mousse, and it finishes long and ultra fresh.
$30.99
2019 Pieropan Soave
85% Garganega & 15% Trebbiano
Soave Classico DOC, Veneto, Italy
The 2019 Pieropan Soave is a brilliant straw yellow color with greenish hints. The delicate nose is reminiscent of almond blossoms and marzipan. Good depth of fruit on the palate, nicely balanced by a zingy acidity that enhances its long length. The wine remains in glass-lined cement tanks on the fine lees for a period which varies according to the vintage. In the spring following the harvest the wine is bottled and then released after at least a further month in bottle.
$18.99
2017 Wonderment Sauvignon Blanc
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Hyde Vineyard, Carneros, Napa Valley, California
Right in step with Wonderment’s first-rate 2016 effort from the same site, this year’s version is a very well-crafted, explicitly varietal effort that brings together elements of citrus, ripe melons, peaches, fresh herbs and a deft bit of creamy oak in a deep and seamlessly married mix. It is moderately full-bodied and slightly fleshy in feel with neatly placed acidity affording it plenty of life, and, as was the case with its predecessor, it is a beautifully balanced wine that, while delicious right now, has all of the right pieces in place to guarantee a good half-decade or more of positive growth.
$27.99
2020 Gallica Cabernet Franc
100% Cabernet Franc
Napa Valley AVA, California
Tasty and meant for immediate enjoyment all summer long. We fermented Cabernet Franc gently, taking some liberty with traditional carbonic methods along with minimal intervention. Inspired by the wines of Chinon and Morgon but uniquely from California. Every decision from picking through bottling was designed to show off the beauty of cabernet franc. Oak free and medium in body, the wine is deceptively complex. Fresh roses, ripe and aromatic blackberry with notes of graphite and a hint of cool cedar. Easily paired with an array of food choices from simple green olives, lemon roasted chicken, a young Gouda, to mushroom filled Asian dumplings. We recommend cellar temperature or even slightly chilled for serving.
$47.99
2019 Can Blau Cellars ‘Can Blau’ Rosso
40% Cariñena, 40% Syrah, 20% Garnacha
Monstant DO, Spain
Bright purple. Spice-accented black and blue fruit aromas are complemented by violets and woodsmoke. Round and seamless on the palate, offering juicy blackberry and cassis flavors that are lifted and formed by zesty acidity. The finish is framed by gentle, harmonious tannins, with very good breadth, thrust and persistence. Aged 12 months in French oak.
$19.99
2019 Amizetta Tradition Napa Red Blend
Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Syrah, & Petit Verdot
Napa Valley, California
A lush full-bodied wine with aromatic notes of dark cherry cobbler, Santa Rosa plums and ripe bramble berries. The French oak barrels add subtle accents of French vanilla and toasted caramel on the palate. A luxurious body with smooth satin tannins providing a long, lingering finish. Aged in 55% new French oak barrels, aged 18 months.
$36.99
The purchase of a tasting tier ensures 10% off any of the selections during the tasting!
We hope you can join us for these excellent selections!
Wine Dinner at Jack's Grill, Monday October 25th at 6pm
Jack's Restaurant of Wilson, NC in collaboration with Grapenuts Wine of Wilson NC, Ocean South Imports of Hillsborough, NC, and Blue Rock Vineyards of Cloverdale, California brings you a very special 5 course wine pairing dinner Monday, October 25th, 2021.
Ocean South Imports is a boutique wine distribution and importing company now operating out of Hillsborough, NC. They focus mainly on small family producers who make minimalist style wines that reflect terroir, balance and a sense of place and time. Wine dinner tickets are $65 USD and include 5 paired courses including dessert. Get tickets here or by calling the restaurant at (252) 291-9199. Full menu is available here. Limited seating is available.
Join us for our annual food drive, raffle ticket sale, and virtual silent auction as we salue and celebrate our military veterans for their dedicated service!
Don't forget our Reserve Wine tasting that starts at 5pm on the 12th!
Reserve Wine Tasting Friday, October 29th from 5-7pm
2018 Domaine Chapelle & Fils Bourgogne Aligoté
100% Aligoté
Bourgogne Aligoté AOC, Burgundy, France
Beautiful golden color, bright and fresh. Mineral and white flowers on the nose. The mouth is dynamic, with a nice minerality and balance. Organic. Unoaked. Pairs well with charcuterie, seafood and grilled fish.
$21.99
2017 Domaine des Amphores “Altitude 300” Blanc
80% Roussanne & 20% Marsanne
Rhone Valley, France
This wine shows subtle, fresh aromas of pear, almond, hay, bitter lemon, stone and lime-flower. The palate is refreshing and bright with creamy citrus, pear, apricot, thyme, flint, and stone, with nice density and length with firm acidity. Drink now with fish in sauce, chicken and white meats and cow cheeses. Organic.
$27.99
2019 Domaine des Pothiers Eclipse Sparkling Rosé
100% Gamay
Vin de France
Domaine des Pothiers are producers of Gamay Noir in the Cote Roannaise, in the north of the Loire. Eclipse is their stunning Methode Ancestral (aka Pet Nat.) A verdant pink with silky berry fruit and crunchy acid and bead. Organic, Biodynamic, and considered a "Natural" wine.
$19.99
2020 Valflaunes “Par Hasard” Rosé
50% Syrah, 30% Mourvèdre, 20% Grenache
AOP Pic Saint Loup, Languedoc, France
Hand-pressed wine, must settling at cold temperature within 48 hours, vinification at 20°C, fermenting 15 days and maturing in vats. A beautiful robe tinted like pomelo. A very expressive nose revealing exotic notes like mango and wild strawberries... Smooth final with spicy and peppery hints. Soft and fruity in the mouth, full of gentleness, trendy and popular with a feminine touch!
$19.99
2016 Domaine Chapelle & Fils Santenay Rouge
100% Pinot Noir
Santenay AOC, Cote de Beaune, Burgundy, France
Cherries and spice, brilliant ruby red color in the glass with black fruit and juniper berry. Sourced from vineyards in the Santenay Villages AOC, in the Cote de Beaune. Sees some French oak aging to add depth and character. Organic.
$26.99
2017 Domaine Des Amphores St Joseph Rouge
100% Syrah
Rhone Valley, France
This wine develops a nose with floral (violet, elderberry), fruity (raspberries, blackcurrant) and spicy notes. The palate is fresh, supple and of great indulgence. Certified Organic.
$28.99
The purchase of either tasting tier ensures 10% off any of the selections during the tasting!
We hope you can join us for these excellent selections!
Reserve Wine Tasting Friday, September 24th from 5-7pm
Eric with Kellogg Selections!
Eric will be pouring…
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
2020 Peay Vineyards CEP Sauvignon Blanc
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Hopkins Ranch Vineyard, Russian River Valley AVA, Sonoma, California
Nick and Vanessa met Bob Hopkins a few years ago at an Integrated Pest Management class. As organic farmers you attend IPM classes to learn how to attract beneficial pests that will combat nasty insects in the vineyard. That way you can avoid pesticides. Nick took a shine to Bob and mentioned that his brother wanted to make crisp, minerally, zippy Sauvignon Blanc, but, of course, we cannot grow Sauvignon Blanc at our very cold estate vineyard. Bob was kind enough to offer us Sauvignon Blanc from his blocks of 40-year-old vines. And the result is – uniquely delicious. This is not the Bordeaux style of Sauvignon Blanc that Vanessa made when she was winemaker at Peter Michael where there is barrel aging and often Semillon in the blend. On the contrary, the grapes are picked to capture the citrus, green papaya, lemon blossom, chalky side of Sauvignon Blanc. It is tank fermented to retain acidity and freshness and bottled in the December following vintage. Organic.
$22.99
2018 Pra Monte Grande Soave Classico
70% Garganega & 30% Trebbiano
Soave Classico DOC, Veneto, Italy
Hand harvested. Practicing organic. Age of vines 30 to 60 years. The stems of the Garganega are snipped when the grapes are ripe and left to slightly raisinate in the vineyard for one month. The Trebbiano di Soave is harvested earlier and adds freshness to the Garganega. The 2018 Soave Classico Monte Grande is intense, wafting up masses of crushed stone and mineral tones, dusty florals and notes of green apple. The textures are enveloping, soft and smooth, supported by stimulating acidity and minerals, while ushering in orchard fruits but also a hint of tart tropical citrus, which adds an exotic note. That said, the Monte Grande is more savory than sweet, with an herbal twang through the finale, complemented by hints of raw almond. This is vinified all in stainless steel, mixing 70% overripe Garganega with 30% Trebbiano di Soave, which balances with its elevated acidity, creating a gorgeous expression of Soave.
$31.99
2020 Peay Vineyards CEP Rosé
100% Pinot Noir
Hopkins Ranch Vineyard, Russian River Valley AVA, Sonoma, California
We love “true” Rosé. By that, we do not mean that ubiquitous dark colored, low acid, high alcohol dreck littering shelves. That style of Rosé is often a by-product from bleeding off juice (a process called saigneé) to concentrate the remaining Grenache, Syrah, Pinot noir, or another red wine that remains in the tank. In any event, that style of Rosé is not what we find interesting. We want refreshing, crisp, bright Rosé that has verve, pairs well with spring and summer cuisine, and you can enjoy without having to pick yourself up off the lawn. That is the Cep Rosé in a nutshell. It is made from Pinot noir grown at Hopkins Ranch in the heart of the Russian River Valley. It is rare to find a true Rosé made from Pinot noir as it is a very expensive grape to grow and buy and you cannot charge much for domestic Rosé (with a few notable exceptions). We pick it early, press it off to tank, and bottle it in December. It has a little kiss of strawberry juicy fruit and watermelon on entry and is loaded with acidity, minerality and depth on the palate.
$22.99
2020 Kir-Yianni Akakies Sparkling Rosé
100% Xinomavro
PDO Amyndeon, Greece
Deep bright rose color. Overabundant bubbles pointing out the wonderful smells of Xinomavro. Enticing aromas of wild strawberries, mellow cherries and ruby tomato. Hearty to taste, with perky acidity and long-lasting sweet taste, every bubble comes as an explosion to the aforementioned characteristics. Uniquely tasteful, having a bright balance between acidity and sugars. Excellent pair with Mediterranean cuisine, spicy dishes of the Asian cuisine and oily fishes. It can also be enjoyed on its own as an aperitif or
after a meal.
$19.99
2019 Peay Vineyards “Pomarium” Pinot Noir
100% Pinot Noir
Sonoma Coast AVA, California
The 2019 moves along that progression even more rapidly due to the moderate, cool weather and Pomarium emphasizes red fruits and floral lift over extract and density. There is a livelier note in the 2019 with red fruits peeking out instead of the usual black fruits. The palate is velvety and floral aromas of jasmine tea and rose dance around a supple mid-palate. It is not as large framed or compact as Pomarium often presents and is drinking very well right now as the empty bottle at our tasting bore evidence. This is a wine you can enjoy now and be very happy to have opened but you can also age it for as long as you desire to see what develops in bottle.
$69.99
2015 Mayacamas Merlot
98% Merlot & 2% Cabernet Franc
Mt. Veeder, Napa Valley, California
The 2015 Mayacamas Merlot is luscious yet structured. The vines benefited from a pronounced maritime influence as a result of salty evening breezes off the San Pablo Bay. The wine is well structured–poised between fine tannins and velvety fruit. 2015 was blessedly uneventful, the fifth consecutive outstanding vintage for the Napa Valley. Summer was consistently hot and dry without extreme heat and we enjoyed a gentle harvest. The wine spent a total of 30 months in neutral oak foudre and barrels, softening slowly before bottling. Our 2015 Merlot features dynamic red fruit balanced by savory notes and Mount Veeder's tell-tale fine tannins. The palate is medium bodied with notes of fresh plum jam and black tea. Bright acidity and elegant structure predict a 20-year drinking window
$63.99
The purchase of either tasting tier ensures 10% off any of the selections during the tasting!
We hope you can join us for these excellent selections!
Reserve Wine Tasting Friday, August 27th from 5-7pm
Join Jeremy Overman with 3 Keys Distributing!
Jeremy will be pouring:
~Reserve Tier~
$10/per person
2017 Castellroig Corpinnat Cava Brut Nature
Xarel-lo, Macabeo, Parellada
Corpinnat, Spain
Lemon-lime aromas are slightly briny and dusty. This brut nature sparkler carries the new Corpinnat designation, meaning it's no longer Cava. On the palate it is clean and medium in body. Orange and citrus-peel flavors are direct but limited in depth and complexity. Zero residual sugar, so bone dry.
$19.99
2020 Barnett Sauvignon Blanc
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Dry Creek Valley AVA, Sonoma, California
This light straw gold wine is bursting with aromatics. Loaded with passionfruit and honeydew melon the nose turns to lime zest and white pepper. The wine is quite lush for Sauvignon blanc, with lemon custard and kiwi on the palate. Bright acidity balances out the lushness and the wine finishes with a myriad of tropical fruit. This wine has always been at its best in its youth. 100% Tank fermented. 14.2% ABV Unoaked.
$39.99
2020 Chateau Saint Honore 'La Londe' Provence Rose
54% Grenache, 46% Cinsault
Côtes de Provence AOP Cru Classé, France
This noble vineyard surrounded by vines and delicately nestled between hills and sun, offers a typical seaside Rosé. The nose is delicate and fruity with aromas of banana and peach. The palate is fresh and crisp, but nevertheless rich with acidulated aromas persistent throughout the tasting. Fermentation in concrete vats at a controlled temperature. Unoaked.
$20.99
2018 Trentadue La Storia Cuvee 32 Estate Red
45% Sangiovese, 31% Montepulciano, & 24% Merlot
Geyserville, California
Our 2018 Cuvee 32 is the 21st vintage of this blend for Trentadue Winery. In retrospect our “Super Tuscan” blend has been highly successful and consistently our top selling wine in the Tasting Room. Every vintage has uniquely different blend determined by the best expression of its components and how they work together. Our young Montepulciano has become an important player in the blend as well as our Brunello Clone Sangiovese. The 2018 vintage produced wines with dark red color, bright fruit and firm acidity and well-structured tannins destined to age well. The 2018 Cuvee 32 has intense cherry/cassis aromas contributed by the Sangiovese followed by deeper red fruit aromas of plums, blueberry, and a hint of pomegranate. Typical for the blend is an enticing mixture of herbs and spices making the wine particularly enjoyable with Italian style food. With more air the wine shows more complex yet still in developing stage aromas and flavors of cocoa, cinnamon, leather, and black licorice. The mouth feel is medium to full with relatively high, food friendly acidity and a long and fresh finish.
$25.99
2016 Italics Sixteen Appellations Red
67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot
Napa Valley, California
Truly one of a kind and only found in our portfolio. The 2016 Sixteen Appellations is a wine full of fruit and bright acidity, pairing each AVA to bring together Napa Valley in a bottle. Notes of black cherry, plum, rhubarb, and cassis. Hints of chocolate, vanilla and nutmeg round the palate. Enjoy tonight with braised meats or cellar for 7-10 years. 14.6% ABV.
$49.99
NV Trentadue Chocolate Amore
100% Merlot & Natural Chocolate Essence
Alexander Valley, California
"We produce this opulent dessert wine from Merlot grapes grown on our Geyserville Ranch. Borrowing from the traditions of port making, we add neutral grape spirits to stop fermentation trapping a percentage of sugar in the wine. Once Chocolate Amore is finished aging and is ready for bottling, we infuse a tiny amount of natural chocolate extract to the final blend, creating the perfect marriage of food and wine. This Merlot-based, port-styled chocolate flavored dessert wine is great over vanilla ice cream or as a stand-alone dessert."
Borrowing from the traditions of port making, we add neutral grape spirits to stop fermentation, trapping a percentage of sugar in the wine. Once Chocolate Amore is finished aging and is ready for bottling, we infuse a tiny amount of natural chocolate extract to the final blend, creating the perfect marriage of food and wine.
Aged 12 months in European oak. 18% ABV.
$22.99
The purchase of this tasting ensures 10% off any of the selections during the tasting!
We hope you can join us for these excellent selections!
~Directly from Italy~
A taste of Italy!
Grapenuts is now offering Coffee by LavAzza, Olives, Olive Oil, Pasta, and Sauce!
All directly imported from one of our distributors, certified organic, and wonderfully fresh!
Holiday Selection Series: Italy
This week: Italy
2015 Tenuta di Capraia Chianti Classico Riserva
100% Sangiovese
Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Italy
Tenuta di Capraia Riserva is a deep red-colored wine. The sensory associations that it evokes are complex and highly refined, gradually fading from fruity to spices and licorice. On the palate it is meaty, harmonious and very thick with a long aromatic finish. Aged at least 15 months in typical Chianti barrels and tonneaux, then at least 6 months in steel and 1 year in the bottle.
94 Points James Suckling
$26.99
2018 Prà Monte Grande Soave Classico
100% Garganega
Soave DOC, Valpolicella, Italy
The Prà winery, although only started in the early ‘80s, has become not only one of the top producers in the appellation, but one of the most important and visionary white wine makers in all of Italy. With a hint of white peach and aromas of passionfruit, this wine tempts the senses as it is poured from the bottle. On the palate, a prickly mineral texture coalesces with luscious fruit into a long finish.
$31.99
2013 Tolaini Legit Cabernet Sauvignon
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Tuscany, Italy
Legit is a wine of power and finesse, an organically-farmed Cabernet Sauvignon made from hand-picked grapes grown in the prized San Giovanni Vineyard in the heart of Catelnuovo Berardenga. Here the gently sloping Tuscan vineyard and its gnarled vines mimic the angular melodies and dissonant twists of Thelonious Monk’s great masterpieces. This is broad and incisive, delivering black currant, plum, leather, earth and wild herb flavors. Dense and beefy, yet with ample fruit for balance, driven by vibrant acidity. This is starting to mellow but still has years of life ahead. Drink now through 2036. 15,000 cases made, 3,000 cases imported.
Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2019: #26
94 pts
$34.99
2014 Jermann Vintage Tunina
Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Ribolla Gialla, Malvasia
Friuli Venzia Giulia IGT, Italy
It should be noted that this is a genuine field blend. It has a brilliant straw-yellow colour with golden highlights. Its aroma is intense, full, with enormous elegance and persistence, and with hints of honey and wild flowers. Its taste is dry, velvety, and very well-orchestrated, with an exceptional persistence due to its particularly full body. It is paired with truffled first courses, with a great variety of fish dishes, especially oven-baked fish and fish in sauce, and it can easily be drunk with white meats. The shelf life of this wine is expected to be up to 10 years.
96 points James Suckling
$57.99
2011 Poderi Elia Barbaresco Serracapelli
100% Nebbiolo
Barbaresco DOCG, Piemonte, Italy
From the heart of Barbaresco country in Neive comes this stunningly elegant Barbaresco from Poderi Elia. The Stella family has been making wine since 1890, but only recently have garnered international attention–it is easy to understand why. This spectacular Barbaresco bouquet offers tones of red currant and Morello cherry over a layer of toasty oak; the structure is marble-solid, with fine grained tannins that perfectly compliment the Nebbiolo fruit. Aged 24 months in French Allier and 10 months in bottle.
$57.99
2014 Giuseppi Lonardi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
75% Corvina and Corvinone, 20% Rondinella, 5% Croatina
Valpolicella DOCG, Veneto, Italy
Harvesting of selected grapes, left to dry for about 90 days. Fermentation in steel tanks lasts 30 days, pumping over the must at controlled temperature. Aging for 36 months in traditional 5 and 25 hectoliters barrels made from French and Slovenian oak, refinement in bottles for 6 months. Color: deep garnet. Nose: very intense, characteristic. Taste: full, warm, velvety with hints of ripe fruit and woodland undergrowth. An outstanding wine for aging, which may be served up to 8/15 years from the harvest.
$69.99
2012 Martoccia Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG
100% Sangiovese
Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy
Brunello di Montalcino is surely one of the most well-known and treasured wines in the world. It is a red wine of extraordinary elegance and concentration obtained from a long ageing process. Deep ruby red, tending to garnet. Complex and intense aroma of cherry, raspberry, licorice and balsam notes. Full bodied, with balanced tannins and nice acidity with a long aftertaste of ripe fruit and spices. Aged 42 months in Slovenian barrels and French oak barriques.
98 Points Wine Spectator
$119.99
Vino for Our Vets Food Drive and Fundraiser 2020
We are excited to continue Vino for our Vets fundraiser and food drive benefitting Veterans Residential Services of Wilson. There will be a silent auction, a live raffle, and a chance to donate non-perishable items in small businesses around Wilson.
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Wines of the Month for July Virtual Tasting
Join Garland Homes III, Assistant Manager of Grapenuts Wine, as he talks and tastes through the wines of the month for July! Click below to read more.
Wines of the Month for June Virtual Tasting
Join Garland Homes III, Assistant Manager at Grapenuts Wine, as he tastes and discusses the wines of the month for June. Click below to watch the tasting!
Complimentary Wine Tasting
Join us Friday, June 12th from 5-7pm as Nate Harry with Advintage will be showcasing four wines from across the globe! Click below to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
Complimentary Wine Tasting
Join us Friday June 5th from 5-7pm as we sample four wines we have featured virtually over the past few months! Click to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
Gonzalez Byass Sherry Zoom Tasting
Join Steve Eudy, Fine Wine Manager with Empire Distributors and Garland Homes III, Assistant Manager at Grapenuts Wine, as we taste and discuss three fantastic sherries from Gonzalez Byass! Click below to watch the recorded tasting and find the recipes!
Clos Roussely Touraine Rouge Virtual Tasting
An 80% Malbec and 20% Cabernet Franc blend from the Loire Valley, this rouge is a great fit for those that enjoy Malbec and appreciate old-world integrity at the same time! Click below to watch a virtual tasting on a great value red.
Prà Winery Zoom Tasting
Join Liz Hull, Sales Representative for Kellogg Selections & Garland Homes III, Assistant Manager at Grapenuts Wine for a Virtual Tasting Friday, May 8th at 6:30pm! Click below to watch the previously recorded tasting.
Viña Pomal's White Blend Virtual Tasting
Our third SIP (Shelter in Place) Tasting shows off a great value white wine from Rioja! Viña Pomal's blend of Viura and Malvasia offer a great alternative to anyone that enjoys crisp white burgundies! $15.99 and in stock today at Grapenuts! Cheers.
Domaine Chapelle Zoom Tasting
Check out our Domaine Chapelle Zoom tasting with Jason Tippetts, owner of Barrique Wines in Durham, NC and Garland Homes III, Assistant Manager at Grapenuts Wine in Wilson, NC. We tried two Domaine Chapelle wines, their Bourgogne Aligoté AOC Blanc & their Bourgogne Pinot Noir AOC
Frescobaldi's Rèmole Rosso Virtual Tasting
Another SIP (shelter in place) virtual tasting from Grapenuts! From a large and well-known Italian family comes a very reasonably priced IGT Tuscan red wine! Hear about Rèmole here and come in and try a bottle today, only $9.99! Cheers!
Jean Perrier et fils Virtual Tasting
Enjoy one of our first virtual SIP's (shelter in place) tastings! Here we have the Jean Perrier Savoie... This 100% Jacquere: White gold color with hints of green. Fresh almond, hawthorn and citrus fruit on the nose. A lively attack on the palate but rounds out with lovely mineral notes and orange zest. Excellent balance between fruit and acidity.
In stock at Grapenuts for $14.99!
Washington State Wine Class
Spend the evening with us as Paul DiMario, Advanced Sommelier, of Epiphany Wine Company as he pours eight different wines from Washington, discusses the major appellations, the unique geography and the climate. In addition, he’ll examine (explore) the two prevailing mentalities of Rhone and Bordeaux style wines. Tickets are $15/per person. Seating is limited. Reservations along with payment are required. The deadline to register is Saturday, March 21st. Please call Grapenuts at (252) 246-9463 or click below to reserve your seat now!
Complimentary Wine Tasting
Cancelled due to Gov. Cooper order #118
Join us as we showcase four unique wines from France, Spain, and Argentina. Click to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
Tiered Tasting
Join Steve Eudy and Arlene Kirby from Empire as they showcase Copain Wines! (and two other gems) Click to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
Complimentary Wine Tasting
Join us Friday as Matt Corson with Coastal Beverage brings us four classic California wines, including an old store favorite! Click below to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
Complimentary Wine Tasting
Join us Friday as Jimmy from Winebow will be showing us four very unique selections! Click to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
Complimentary Wine Tasting
Join Eamonn O'Mahoney as he pours five delicious wines from Italy and Spain. Click below to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
Tiered Tasting
Join Steve Eudy and Arlene Kirby of Empire as they pour Valentine's Day selections! Click to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
Chateau Ste. Michelle February Wine Dinner
Join Grapenuts and Pup's Steakhouse for our February Wine Dinner featuring Teri Morgan with Chateau Ste. Michelle! Tickets are $60 per person. Click the flyer to see the full menu and list of wines, and click below or call Grapenuts to get your tickets today! Seating is limited! ***We are sold out of tickets***
Complimentary Wine Tasting
Join Jason Tippetts as he pours four direct-imported wines from France! Click below to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
Complimentary Wine Tasting
Join Laurence Vuelta as he showcases wines from Trinchero Family Estates! Click below to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
Complimentary Wine Tasting
Join Eamonn O'Mahoney with Touton Selections as he will be pouring four FANTASTIC French wines! Click to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
Complimentary Wine Tasting
Join us Friday as Nate Harry will be pouring four fantastic selections! Click to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
Tiered Tasting
Join us Friday as Steve Eudy and Arlene Kirby of Empire will be pouring...A Bunch of Blends! Click to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.
After Hours Holiday Champagne Tasting
"Lock the door and let us pour" during our annual Holiday Champagne Tasting! We will have SIX different true Champagnes to taste along with light hors d'oeuvres. Tickets are $40 per person and reservations are required. Click to purchase your tickets online or by calling the store at 246-WINE.
Sonoma Valley 2020 Trip Informational Session
Have you ever been to Sonoma Valley? Have you always wanted to experience Sonoma Valley wineries? Well, we have exciting news for you!!
Join us for a presentation on a Sonoma Valley trip we are planning for Monday, April 27th - Friday, May 3rd, 2020!
This is a trip of a lifetime as we have the opportunity to visit a few of the wineries we support here at Grapenuts....customer favorites!
If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to us at (252) 246-9463.
Tiered Tasting
Join us Friday as Steve Eudy & Arlene Kirby will be pouring eight staff favorites from 2019! Click to read more and obtain the discount code for this tasting.