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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

Wine Tasting Event Chicago, Highland Park and Barrington

 

Please join us for our weekly wine tasting this Saturday, May 25th, from 12:00 - 4:00! Every Saturday, Vin Chicago pours a diverse selection of the hottest new wines from our monthly newsletter. We kick-off the holiday weekend with a spectacular tasting table, including an irresistible South African Sauvignon Blanc, a deliciously fresh Spanish Rosado, a wonderful 92-point red Burgundy, a Vin Chicago favorite rustic Italian red, and a classic, intense Russian River Zinfandel!

 

Check out the entire list below (CLICK on a wine to read the full tasting notes) and stop in Saturday afternoon to taste with us while you shop!

 

Cape Point Vineyards "Noordhoek" Cape Town Sauvignon Blanc 2017Matchbook "Old Head" Dunnigan Hills Chardonnay 2017Vina Zorzal Navarra Garnacha Rosado 2018David Duband Bourgogne Rouge 2016La Posta "Estela Armando" Mendoza Bonarda 2017Cantina Sociale Cooperativa Copertino Riserva 2010Carchelo "C" Jumilla 2016Hartford "Old Vine" Russian River Valley Zinfandel 2016

 

We look forward to seeing you!

Wine Tasting Event Chicago, Highland Park and Barrington

 

Please join us for our weekly wine tasting this Saturday, May 4th, from 12:00 - 4:00! Every Saturday, Vin Chicago pours a diverse selection of the hottest new wines from our monthly newsletter. We kick off May with an irresistible line-up, including a unique and decidedly delicious South African white, a decadent high-scoring Pouilly Fuisse, a fantastic return by Joe Wagner to Pinot Noir, a 93-point "mini SQN" for a mere $13.99, and a classic California Cabernet from Stonestreet!

 

Check out the entire list below (CLICK on a wine to read the full tasting notes) and stop in Saturday afternoon to taste with us while you shop!

 

BLANKbottle "Don't Look Back" Swartland Clairette 2017La Capranera Campania Falanghina 2017Eyrie Estate Dundee Hills Pinot Gris 2016Domaine Eric Forest "L'Ame Forest" Pouilly Fuisse 2016Boen Sonoma/Monterey/Santa Barbara Pinot Noir 2017Bodegas Olarra "Cerro Anon" Rioja Reserva 2010Chateau Saint-Roch "Chimeres" Cotes du Roussillon Villages Rouge 2015Stonestreet "Estate Vineyards" Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

 

We look forward to seeing you!

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!

 

Wine Tasting Event Chicago, Highland Park and Barrington

 

Please join us for our weekly wine tasting this Saturday, March 23rd, from 12:00 - 4:00! Every Saturday, Vin Chicago pours a diverse selection of the hottest new wines from our monthly newsletter. This week's table is packed with delicious wines, including a sub-$10 Chardonnay from a famed Chablis producer, a 93-point Sicilian red, a 96-point Spanish beauty and a pair of exotic Cabernets from Chile and Israel!

 

Check out the entire list below (CLICK on a wine to read the full tasting notes) and stop in Saturday afternoon to taste with us while you shop!

 

Terlano Alto Adige Pinot Bianco 2017Famille Brocard "Margote" Vin de France Chardonnay 2017Wonderwall "Spanish Springs Vineyard" Edna Valley Chardonnay 2017Occhipinti "Il Frappato" Terre Siciliane Rosso 2016Colosi Sicilia Nero d'Avola 2017Losada Vinos de Finca "Losada" Mencia 2016Cousino Macul "Antiguas Reservas" Maipo Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015Yarden Golan Heights Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

 

 We look forward to seeing you!