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| - A small but ample wine shop that kicks it up a notch with some very fine food pairings and a fine selection of wines and beers by the glass. When it's wine time, these guys are most deserving of a visit.
So like most boutique-size wines stores, this shop has a couple rooms where the walls and a couple middle aisles are lined with wine divided by region and (sometimes) by varietal. The shop keepers have been in business for quite a while and know their stuff. They, however, are low key and welcome customers just browsing thru the collections. Need a special bottle or looking for a particular varietal? Just ask- warm and friendly knowledge is amply available.
But what sets the shop apart, in my opinion, is the small but gourmet menu of food offerings made and served in house. In addition to a bar, there are 5-6 small tables available to seat small parties. The menu includes expected cheese and crostini plates, but don't miss the smoked almonds or the house-made donuts. The focus is on small plates, and there are sliders, small salads, and sometimes a few house-made pastas available. Don't think full meal- rather, imagine opening a fine bottle of wine and finding a few small bites to pair with it to enhance the experience. The chef took his time with the menu here- picking a few but very well-thought out selections that are savory and pair well with popular wine varietals. I've had most of the menu and can vouch that there is not a poor selection to be made. Servers are also well versed in the menu and available to help with pairings on request.
You can choose a beer or wine from their "by the glass" selections which rotate from time to time. Whites are served cold and reds just below room temp- as they should be. But you can also browse through the store a bring a bottle of choice right back to your table for opening and imbibing. Talk about immediate gratification!
This store is great for an after-work or after-shopping stop off to relax and refresh. Great service, great selection, and you need not leave hungry. This Wine Shop delivers on all fronts.
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