The Local Vine Cellar

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From Veneto and Emilia Romagna, Wines That Emerge from the Shadows

Inama Soave Classico ‘Vignetti di Foscarino’ - Intense yellow color, round notes of honey, chamomile and elder flowers finish with hints of sweet almonds, lemon curd, white peach and subtle acidity. Inama Bradisimo - A robust and delicious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenere, Inama claims that these are some of the original Carmenere vines, a varietal thought to have gone extinct pretty much everywhere but Chile. Ca’ Montanari ‘Opera 02’ Lambrusco di Modena - A fizzy red from Super Tuscan hero Luca D’Attoma, this Lambrusco is lively with a beautiful choke cherry bouquet, soft tannins and refreshing acidity. Pair with Margherita pizza or Prosciutto di Parma.

This article also appears in the March 2014 issue of John Eric Home Magazine.

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Tonight, we're drinking adventurously with wines from Puglia and Emilia Romagna. Join us, 4-7!

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Just a lil' ol' Sonoma #Syrah, but oh, so good.

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All About Champagne!

For lacy, effervescent moments, Prosecco has its special place. Sparkling Vouvray is certainly distinguished, and we recently enjoyed a superb Crémant de Bourgogne. But when talking about sparkling wine, let's be honest: There is Champagne and there is everything else.

This article also appears in the February Issue of JohnEric Magazine

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Believe it or not, this hard-to-pronounce wine from Italy's northernmost wine region = pure joy. #altoadige #gewurztraminer

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One word: phenomenal.

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A spicy, flamboyantly fragrant Mascalese from one of the most exciting regions in the world: Sicily! Very bright and energetic.

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"Now, Therefore, I, William J. Clinton, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of February 21-27, 1993, as 'American Wine Appreciation Week.' I call upon the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities." 

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New season, new sign: will you be our Valentine? #vino #laboroflove

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If, for some reason you haven't tried South African wine, I consider this Pinotage blend a delicious introduction.

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A great reason for Tuesdays. #workmeeting #wineoverload

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Currently obsessed with this superb Zweigelt-Blaüfrankisch blend. Why aren't Austrian reds more popular?

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"Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough." - Mark Twain.

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An Early Look Inside the Apartment Complex of CityCenterDC (Photos)

Since opening late last year, about 50 of the 458 rental units at the landmark and mammoth new CityCenterDC complex in downtown Washington have already been filled—about 12 percent occupancy, which the owners consider a strong beginning. At a...

More great news, #CityCenterDC, just 5 blocks from the our bottle shop! That said, of course, we will make any special alcoholic beverage deliveries to whomever in #CityCenterDC. Put us on your speed dial, email us or order online!

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Paso Robles: A Worthy Wine Region Finds Its Moment

Bodegas de Edgar Paso Robles Tempranillo - A nicely soft, gentle red wine starring upfront flavors of cherries, red licorice, bacon, cola and peppery spices, folded into a silky texture.

JC Dusi Vineyard Zinfandel - Big and burly, with ripe blueberry and licorice aromas, revealing a dense backbone of tannins and acidity supporting the concentrated boysenberry, mineral and white pepper flavors.

Foxen Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir - Spicy red fruit and floral scents are complemented by notes of Asian spices and musky herbs.  A sweet vanilla note comes up with air and gives depth to sappy raspberry and rose pastille flavors.

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Here's what accompanied our last cheer of 2013: Grand Cru Billecart-Salmon Blanc de Blancs. Onward to 2014!