Monthly Archives: October 2011

Pinot Tasting at the Wine Rack Store

Select a Pinot Noir – or two – to go with Thanksgiving Dinner this November 7th.

Florida Tasting

As if Florida doesn’t already offer the draw of warm weather, sandy beaches, and Disney World, there is also a beer and wine tasting event on the horizon to lure chilly Americans away from their fireplaces.

A Rich Sherry at the Wine Rack Store

Sherry is a yummy, warming winter drink. It also finds its way into lots of baked and cooked products.

The Wine Rack Store Sips Traminer Riesling

The Rosemount Traminer Riesling is a pleasant blend reminiscent of an Ortega, but sweeter.

A Wine Rack Store Swirl

Set aside November 12th from 6-9pm if you live near Clifton, Texas. Tell friends you’ll be busy. Better still, invite them to join you for the Clifton Swirl.

Guinness and Oysters

Recently, while visiting a pub for supper, I learned that there was going to be a guinness-and-oyster pairing evening. This was the first time I’d heard of such a combination. Turns out, this couple have been going steady for some time.

Top 10 Wine Bars in the US – Cork Wine Bar

Landing at number 8 on our Top 10 Wine Bars in the US list is Cork Wine Bar in DC.  Created by Diane Gross and Khalid Pitts, this wine bar offers affordable wines in a casually elegant setting.  The experience of Cork is truly laid back and comfortable, unlike so many of those typical “stuffy” [...]

Vinoteque on Melrose

Located in sunny California, Vinoteque on Melrose takes the number 9 position on our Top 10 US Wine Bar list.   Their European style and local charm set a unique and intimate dinning experience for their guests.  They feature locally grown, organic foods that are prepared by Executive Chef Sheila Gomez.

Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar

Taking the last (but certainly not least) spot in our Top 10 US Wine Bars list is Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar.  With an amazing wine selection of over 400 bottles, Carneros’s Sommelier (Christopher Sawyer) works with Chef Andrew Wilson to create fabulous matches to their contemporary, hearty menu.  Their wine list consists mainly of [...]

A Feast at the Wine Rack Store

Forget cooking this Thanksgiving. If you live near Saratoga, California, let Mountain Winery prepare the feast.