South American Reds
This Tuesday Tasting (July 23) we try 3 rich, ripe reds from the other half of the hemisphere. Featuring: La Posta Pizzella Malbec, Argentina – Translated to “The Tavern” where local growers would meet to…
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Rowdy Red Blends
This Tuesday Tasting (April 9) we kick up our heels with some fun red blends out of California. Featuring: The Troublemaker — Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah and Zin are blended from several different vintages…
When in Rhone
This Tuesday Tasting (Oct 16) we try 3 elegant French wines from one of our favorite wineries: Domaine de Chateaumar, a small family-run vineyard that straddles the border of Cotes du Rhone and Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Featuring:…
French Rosés
This Tuesday Tasting (August 21), we try three elegant French rosés perfect for toasting the last days of summer. Featuring: La Perdrix – This blend of Grenache and Syrah is sustainably farmed from old vines…
South African Reds Return
This Tuesday Tasting (Feb 6) we’re excited to pour some newly arrived reds from the western cape of South Africa. Featuring: Rib Shack Vintage Red Blend – Behind the goofy name and rather 80s style…
Roastin’ Hot Reds
This Tuesday Tasting, we try 3 West Coast reds perfect for winter weather – so kick up your heels, relax in front of a warm fire, and enjoy! Treasure Hunter “Dusty Bottoms”, Washington – This…
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…
Shiraz vs Syrah
In this round of Tuesday Tastings we try 3 styles of the heavy weight grape Shiraz/Syrah that pack quite a punch: Jip Jip Rocks Shiraz, Australia – This nimble Shiraz tastes of dark plum and mulberry…
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…