Great Grenaches
This Tuesday Tasting (Aug 29) we try 3 juicy, Spanish Grenaches that are consistently written up for their great taste (and value!). Featuring: Ludovicus – Grown in Terra Alta (the highlands of northern Spain) this…
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Rosé Colored Glasses
This Tuesday Tasting, come chase the grey away at Firehouse with 3 beautiful new blushes bursting with summer flavors (and colors)! Featuring: Champs de Provence, France – This crisp, dry rosé from Provence (made from…
Med Reds
This Tuesday Tasting we try three reds from the Mediterranean region perfect for warm weather sipping. Featuring: Cepas Viejas Bobal, Spain – This fresh, bright red culled from old vine Bobal grapes is aged in…
Seeing (Spanish) Reds: Part II
This Tuesday Tasting we take another tour of Spain, with 3 new big-bodied reds that make us say ¡Salud! Featuring: Descendientes de Jose Palacios Petalos – This critically acclaimed wine (Robert Parker: 93, James Suckling:…
Rowdy Red Blends
This Tuesday Tasting we try 3 great red blends out of California that offer more than just a fun name. Featuring: Wine Liberation Society’s “Old School”– This blend of Syrah and Merlot has become a…
Seeing (Spanish) Reds
Hola! This Tuesday Tasting we take a tour of Spain, trying out 3 flavorful, full-bodied reds that will be sure to warm your spirits in this cold spell. Capcanes Mas Donis – This highly rated…
A Pride of Reds
We ain’t lion to ya, this Tuesday Tasting’s going to be grrreat! Featuring 3 big bold reds blends with names to match: Dandelion Lion’s Tooth, Australia—This inky Shiraz from the McLaren Valley includes a surprising…
Meet the Maker: Elena Spadoni of Fossa Mala Winery
This Tuesday Tasting we’re excited to host European Sommelier Elena Spadoni of Fossa Mala Winery at Firehouse between 5pm and 7pm. Fossa Mala is located in the famed Friuli-Grave region of Italy–home to some of…
Rhone Reds
This Tuesday Tasting, we take a tour of Southern France with 3 rich red harvests ready for the drinking. Featuring: Calendal Cotes du Rhone—This highly ranked red is an elegant example of the region and…
Fund-Friendly French Reds
This Tuesday Tasting we try three full-flavored (and surprisingly affordable) French reds that won’t dip into your summer vacation funds. Featuring: Roncier Pinot Noir – Cherry, raspberry and light oak combine in this rich ruby…