June Newsletter

Join us on Wednesday, June 4th, from 6:30-8:00pm for the June edition of our Sneak Preview Tasting! We'll be popping the corks on 30 wines from across the planet for our usual low cost of just $10!As an added bonus this month, our neighbors down the block at Sharpies Pizza + Cocktails (1721 N Elston Ave) will be in the shop with complimentary bites and special deals exclusive for Sneak Preview customers! We'll also have guest pourer Collin Moody, of vom Boden, pouring a special selection of stunning wines from some of our favorite small producers from Austria and Germany! Space is limited, so sign up today!

When: Wednesday, June 4, 6:30-8:00 pm
Where: 1826 N. Elston Ave.
Cost: $10

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Please join us on the evening of Wednesday, June 11th, for "Piedmont on the Patio" at Mart Anthony's Italian (est. 1961) with special guest winemaker/owner Carlo Deltetto! The Deltetto family has been producing wines in Piedmont's historic Roero region since 1953. This certified organic winery focuses on Piedmont's traditional method sparkling wines, along with classic whites and reds from their home in the hills of Roero. 

The event kicks off on Mart Anthony's gorgeous patio at 6:00pm with a meet & greet tasting accompanied by delicious passed appetizers. Then sit down and relax for a four course meal featuring classic dishes from the kitchen of Mart Anthony's, each paired perfectly with Piedmont specialties presented by Carlo and his importer, Piedmont native Paolo Cerruti. 

Cost for this special evening is only $159 per person, inclusive of tax and gratuity. Space is very limited and will sell out fast, so make your reservations today for an unforgettable evening celebrating all things Italy and Piedmont!

When: Wednesday, June 11th, 6:00pm welcome reception
Where: Marty Anthony's (1200 W. Hubbard, Chicago - FREE VALET)

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Grab your friends and join us for "California Night" at Elston! We're thrilled to welcome special guest Pax Mahle, of Pax wines, for a super chill walk around tasting featuring his delicious wines, as well as some of the most exciting new wines being made in the Golden State! In addition to Pax wines, we'll be pouring "New California" whites, reds and pinks from folks like Arnot-Roberts, Matthiason, Bedrock, A Tribute to Grace, Jolie-Laide, Lieu Dit, Deovlet, Aperture and many more, plus we'll have some tasty bites to snack on while sampling the delicious future of California vinous craftsmanship. Don't miss this magical night!

When: Monday, June 16th, 6-8pm
Where: Vin Chicago, 1826 N. Elston
Cost: $25 Person

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Today is one of those... "How can this wine be so pure, so clean, so charismatic, and so simply delicious, yet sell for just fifteen bucks" emails.

Juicy, peppery, crisp and oh-so-clean, this 2023 Saumur-Champigny from Éric and Léo Charruau is a real wine made by real people, and it could not be more charming. Click here for more!

The Pamplin Family Winery gone-out-of-business deals continue, this time with an absolutely delicious, and totally under-the-radar, Oregon white.

Only 122 cases were produced of this sophisticated and thirst-quenching Chardonnay from Oregon's cool climate Chehalem Mountains. Showing an exquisite combination of classic orchard and citrus flavors, mouthwatering acidity, and just the right amount of oak nuance, this Boisseau Vineyard beauty went for $35 at the winery. Today, we bring it to you for 50% less! Click here for more!

From the importer that brings you the beloved Ghiomo “Lavai” Barbera d’Alba, we are thrilled today to shine the spotlight on a gorgeously overdelivering Barbera from the hills of Piedmont’s Castagnole Monferrato. 

The 2021 Montalbera “Lequilibrio” Barbera d’Asti Superiore completely knocked our socks off and, after a quick meeting with importer Paolo Cerruti, we struck a deal to bring it to you for the very best price in the country! Click here for more!