Vin Chicago Blog

We’ve just taken delivery of a huge load of highly rated Bordeaux and it’s time to do some tasting! Join us on Thursday June 27th at our Elston Avenue store as we pop the corks on over two dozen hot selections from this prestigious region! Highlights include...

 

Leoville Barton Saint-Julien 2016 (97 Points)Rauzan-Segla Margaux 2016 (98 Points)Larcis Ducasse Saint-Emilion 2016 (99 Points)Monbousquet Saint-Emilion 2015 (95 Points)Cantemerle Haut-Medoc 2015 (95 Points)Domaine de Chevalier Pessac-Leognan 2015 (97 Points)

 

It has been a very long time since we’ve hosted a Bordeaux event and we are super-excited about this one. The quality and the value available from this region are at simply unprecedented levels!

 

WHEN: Thursday, June 27th, 7:30pm - 9:00pm

WHERE: Vin Chicago, 1826 N. Elston Ave

COST: $60 per person

 

To reserve your spot, CLICK HERE or call our Elston Avenue store at 773-489-3454

Vin Chicago's Annual Spring Case Sale & Tasting!Over 30 Specially Selected Wines to Taste and Buy at Savings up to 65%Sunday, April 14th, 11am - 3pm

 

Whatever plans you have for Sunday, April 14th, rearrange them! You do not want to miss the massive savings at our Elston Avenue store's annual Spring Case Sale! We've partnered with two of Chicago's top wine importers to assemble a selection of wines that will tantalize your taste buds and wallets, including...

 

- 50% Savings on a Double 94-Point Napa Cab from Titus- 30% Savings on a GORGEOUS 2012 Chambolle-Musigny- 40% Savings on a 95-Point 2009 Châteauneuf-du-Pape- 2015 Premier Cru Chablis for under twenty bucks- Over 1/3 off 2013 Leroux 1er Cru Chassagne-Montrachet- 47% Savings on a Mouthwatering South Africa Sauvignon Blanc- 2013 Chianti for $4.99 per bottle

 

We hate to toot our own horn, but our previous case sales have been epic and this is shaping up to be the best yet! With an average savings of over 40% on wines from Burgundy, Napa, Rhone, Portugal, South Africa, Italy and beyond, to say there will be something for everyone is an understatement!

 

All wines will be open for you to sample, and will be available for purchase by the case on a pre-arrival basis. (Wines will be ready for pickup the following week.) Supply of many wines will be quite limited, so round up your wine loving friends and arrive early to get first crack at the most exciting deals!

 

This year's "Big Reds" tasting will once more be held at the beautiful Makray Memorial Golf Club, a mere five-minute drive from our Barrington store. We'll be popping the corks on over 80 highly rated wines from around the globe, showcasing hedonistic delights from California, Washington and Australia along with regal selections from Bordeaux, Barolo, Rioja, Rhone, Tuscany and beyond!

 

As always, we will have a broad range of hors-d'oeuvres and cheeses, along with a handful of delicious white wines and sparklers on hand to refresh your palate. This is one of our most popular events of the year. Gather a group of friends and sign up now!

 

WHEN: Friday, March 1st, 6:30pm to 9:30pmWHERE: Makray Memorial Golf Club, 1010 S. Northwest Highway, BarringtonCOST: $50 per person

 

For reservations, CLICK HERE or call our Barrington store at 847-277-0033. We hope to see you there!

 

 

On Sunday, February 24th our Highland Park store will host a Case Sale! From 11:00am to 3:00pm, over 25 wines will be available for you to taste and purchase at crazy by-the-case-only prices - with up to 50% savings!

 

We'll have wines from Napa Valley, Burgundy, Rhone, Tuscany, Alsace, Spain, Oregon and beyond - all at hugely discounted prices. Wines ordered on Sunday will be available to pick up the following week. Round up your wine-loving friends. This is an event you don't want to miss!

 

98-Point Vintage Port: Save $240 per case of six!Kermit Lynch White Burgundy: 50% off!92-Point Willamette Valley Pinot Noir: Only $14.99 per bottle!94-Point Ribera del Duero: Save $16 per bottle!

 

WHEN: Sunday, February 24th, 11:00am - 3:00pmWHERE: Vin Chicago, 1350 Old Skokie Valley Road in Highland Park

 

Any questions? Call Mike, Chris or Tom at 847-831-1049.

 

 

California Night in Highland Park has been rescheduled due to the frigid weather. The new date for California Night is Thursday, February 21st! Please call the Highland Park store (847-831-1049) for more information, and stay warm!

 

There is so much more to California than Napa Valley! Join us on Thursday, February 21st, as we explore both up-and-coming and established wine regions across the entire state of California. From northern Mendocino to southern Santa Barbara, and everywhere in between, we’ll taste white, red, pink and sparkling wines from the entire Golden State. Wines from respected estates like Calera, Shafer and Mount Eden will be featured alongside bottlings from exciting young producers like Idlewild, Massican and Desparada, and many more. Plus, we’ll have delicious tacos and snacks from Rio Bamba in Glenview! Regardless of your style preferences, California has you covered. Don’t miss this event!

 

WHEN: Thursday, February 21st, 7:00pm - 8:30pmWHERE: Vin Chicago - 1350 Old Skokie Rd, Highland ParkCOST: $35 per person

 

For reservations, CLICK HERE or call our Highland Park team at 847-831-1049

 

We hope to see you there!