Winter weather alert #295 of the year... or at least it feels that way.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Tuesday, 10am to 6pm
Wednesday - Saturday, 10am to 8pm
This Friday, bar closing at 5pm, store at 6pm
Calendar 🗓
February 14 (Friday) - Valentine's Day Dinner, 6-8pm. Reservations required. [SOLD OUT]
February 15 (Saturday) - Soup Saturday: Chicken Tortilla Soup. All day while supplies last.
March 4 (Tuesday) - Fat Tuesday! Looking forward to our annual Mardi Gras celebration.
March 29 (Saturday) - In like a lion and out like a lamb... it's Lamb-O-Rama!
News 🗞
I hope this doesn't come as news to anybody out there... it's Valentine's Day tomorrow. Are you ready? I know we'll be seeing several of you, whether it be at our event or picking up an order, but if you find yourself in need of something special for the day, we are here and stocked up on champagne, steaks, Cabernets, or whatever else you may need. If you are signed up for our dinner tomorrow, we've been slaving away in the kitchen to create the best meal possible for you. Unfortunate news for our Friday night regulars, the bar will be closing early at 5pm for the event, and the store will be closing at 6pm through the remainder of the evening. But hopefully that means you will just stop in Saturday! We will be doing another Soup Saturday, this time Chicken Tortilla Soup. Featuring a savory tomato and cheese base, this soup is packed with juicy chicken and southwestern spices and served with Fiesta Grande tortilla chips, $9.99. As always, the perfect lunch for a cold winter's day.
Wine Feature ⭐️
I'm featuring a nice Cabernet that we tried with a rep last week, the Provenance 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley for $45.99. As I've said before, it's not that common these days to find a good Napa Cab for under the $50 price point, so we were happy to get this in. Provenance is located in Rutherford, Napa's premier Cabernet Sauvignon district, and specializes in small-lot Cabernets. With 93 points from both James Suckling and Wine Enthusiast, this wine is sourced from some of the best AVAs in Napa, including Rutherford, and spends 18 months in French oak. Velvety and full-bodied, it showcases plum and juicy blackberries, raspberries, and cherries with a subtle spice from the oak, has just enough acid to give it a nice lift, and finishes with chewy tannins and a dry finish. Sleek, mouthfilling, and beautifully balanced. A great bottle to pair with a steak this weekend.
Wine Pick 🥂
I know we have a lot of Italy fans and a lot of Zinfandel fans out there, so the pick is the best of both worlds: Masso Antico 2021 Primitivo. It's been a minute since we've had a Primitivo in house, and Masso Antico is new to us, but we're already fans. "With a commitment to purity and tradition, Masso Antico features a range of exceptional wines, including Primitivo, Negramaro, and Fiano, capturing the essence of the region’s rich terroir. What sets them apart is their unwavering dedication to organic practices, ensuring that every sip is a testament to the land’s natural bounty. Our vineyards bask in the Italian sunshine and our wines are the perfect match to our beloved Mediterranean way of life." From Puglia in Southeast Italy (the heel), this wine is made appassamiento, meaning the grapes are partially dried to create a robust, full-bodied wine with loads of juicy fruit. This bottle exhibits raspberry, some spice, and creamy oakiness with just a hint of smoke, finishing soft and smooth. Sure to be a crowd pleaser at $15.99.
Food Feature ♥️
If you don't have reservations for tomorrow and haven't signed up for our to-go box, we do have some great cuts of beef for you to cook up this weekend, including Fresh USDA Choice Bavettes and (new this week) Frozen 12oz Dry Aged Strip Steaks. These steaks are fantastic, dry aged for a full 44 days. If you want any thawed out ahead of time, just give us a call and we can do that for you. If you want an extra special treat, we also have a very limited quantity of Crab-Stuffed Salmon that we made, $24.99/lb.
Oyster of the Week 🦪
Because we love a theme, Heart's Desire oysters from Plymouth, MA. A truly All-American oyster. Light and crisp with creamy textured meat and a light shio broth-like brine and a clean finish. Pair clasically with a nice Muscadet.
Market Items 🛒
*Fresh USDA Choice Bavette, 1/2lb - $12.99
*Fresh North Atlantic Salmon - $18.99/lb
*Fresh Short Rib Burgers, 4pk - $13.99
*Fresh Oysters - $24/dozen
*Fresh White Anchovies - $8.99
Canned Lump Crab, 1lb - $26.99
Frozen 12oz Dry-Aged Strip Steaks - $17.99ea
Frozen 6oz Filet Mignon, 2pk - $18.99
Frozen Center Cut Beef Tenderloin Filets, 8oz - $16.99
Frozen Chuck Prime Burgers, 5pk - $14.99 Frozen Pre-Cooked St. Louis Ribs - $29.99
Frozen Skin-Off Pork Belly - $3.99/lb
Frozen Cooked Demi-Glace Pork Shank, 1.5lb - $14.99 Frozen Cooked Osso Bucco, 16oz - $9.99
Frozen Berkshire Pork Tenderloins, ~1lb - $12.99
Frozen Duroc Dry Aged Bone-In Pork Chops, 14oz - $16.99
Frozen Pounded Veal Cutlet - $18.99/lb
Frozen Weisswurst Veal Sausage - $8.99/lb
Frozen Rinaldi Italian Sausage, 5pk - $8.99
Frozen U-13/15 Raw Jumbo Shrimp Deveined (2lb package) - $39.99
Frozen U-10 Scallops - $29.99/lb
Frozen Lobster Tails (4oz), 2pk - $25.99 (temporarily sold out)
Frozen King Crab (6-9s) - $42.99/lb
Frozen Massa Sicilian Style Pizza (Italian Sausage, Pepperoni, or Roasted Vegetable) - $14.99
Frozen Oven-Roasted Potato Wedges - $8.99
Frozen Au Gratin Potatoes, 2pk - $5.99
Fresh/Frozen Cheese Ravioli, 1lb - $9.99
Fresh/Frozen Spinach & Cheese Ravioli, 1lb - $10.99
Fresh/Frozen Drake’s Pasta Ravioli (Butternut Squash) - $12.99/lb (serving for 2)
Tribeca Oven Bread (Sourdough or Rosemary) - $5.99
Bake House Artisan Multi-Grain Bread - $4.99
Brioche Hamburger Buns - $3.99
Brioche Hot Dog Buns - $3.99
French Macarons, 12pk - $9.99
Miner's Demi Glace - $9.99
Wholesome Farms Salted Butter, 1lb - $4.99
New Wine🍷
Sleight of Hands 2021 Levitation Reserve Syrah, Washington - $65.99
Provenance 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley - $45.99
Masso Antico Primitivo, Italy - $15.99
Arts de Luna NV Murviedro Brut Cava, Spain - $11.99
Cavatina Premium NV Pinot Extra Dry Vino Spumante Rosé, Italy - $12.99
Les Jardins de Rochegude 2023 Gaillac White Blend, France - $10.99 (arriving Friday)
Aves del Sur 2023 Chardonnay, Chile - $12.99 (arriving Friday)
Aves del Sur 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon, Chile - $12.99 (arriving Friday)
Sophie Siadou 2022 Valençay Red Blend by Mary Taylor, France - $18.99 (arriving Friday)
Château German 2020 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux, France - $12.99 (arriving Friday)
Vino Villota 2020 Rioja Selvanevada Tinto, Spain - $22.99 (arriving Friday)
Sierra Cantabria 2014 Rioja Gran Reserva, Spain - $49.99 (arriving Friday)
New Beer & More 🍺
New Holland Dragon's Milk Triple Mash Bourbon Barrel Stout, 4pk bottles - $27.99
Urban Artifact Capy Snacks Black Raspberry Cincinnati Fruit Tart, 4pk cans - $10.99
Carib Lager, 6pk bottles - $13.99
Jackie O's Sing to the Sun Hazy IPA, 6pk cans - $11.99
Kegs - 1/6 Barrel 🛢
Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA - $126.99
Half Acre Sunrise Vallejo IPA - $118.99
Tröegs Nugget Nectar Imperial Amber - $141.99
AleSmith Anvil Pilsner - $121.99
Final Thoughts 💬
Well, I googled Saint Valentine. While he is the patron saint of love and happy marriages, he's also the patron saint of bees and epilepsy... do with that what you will. The more cynical among us may say that Valentine's Day was created by greeting card companies or flower companies or Big Chocolate. While any one of those may be true, it's also a chance to show a little extra appreciation for your someone special. Looking forward to seeing many of you tomorrow. Stay safe out there, and enjoy the weekend with the ones you love.
Cheers from all of us here at the Wine Merchant!
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