Back in the day, I had a routine that I followed for that first day of school, and I’ve done my best to continue that same practice every day since.
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Hours of Operation
Monday – Saturday
10am to 6pm
Calendar 🗓
Sep. 24 - Oktoberfest Dinner (reservations required) — Party on Main St. all day and dine here that evening, 6pm. We have a five spots remaining, so we hope you reach out soon.
Store News 🏬
We got real lucky last week and fell into quite a few new wines. On the beer front, it’s simple — we’re buying all the Oktoberfests and Pumpkins that come our way. We’re moving towards a new season, and that means a little switch in our inventory: more red than whites coming in, and darker beers are beginning to fill our shelves. For many, including myself, the upcoming season is my favorite. Shorter days and cooler nights equates to bigger reds and heartier fare, and we plan on taking you there with us.
Wine News 🍾
Two unexpected but very welcome individuals stopped in to share some new wines with us this week, and we took full advantage. There have been painfully few shows to attend and not as many sales reps bringing wine, so last week was a real bonus.
Dan’s Feature ⭐️
Blue Rock Vineyards of Alexander Valley’s 2019 Baby Blue is my feature for this week. This Bordeaux styled California blend is not necessarily new to the store but has recently come back in, and with a price of $28.99, it’s a real contender for the dinner table this weekend. Their proprietary red blend, Baby Blue, is their most popular wine. It is a distinctive blend of the five Bordeaux varietals - Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Malbec - plus a touch of Syrah that delivers velvety tannins, fine aromatics, and length. Baby Blue is approachable and delicious on release and a perfect complement to a wide range of foods such as grilled salmon, pork tenderloin, or pasta. We’ve always enjoyed this great Sonoma wine and wanted to shared it with you, and we have the salmon, pork, or pasta to accompany this wonderful little gem.
Dan’s Pick 🥂
This week’s pick is the 2020 Pomelo Sauvignon Blanc. We haven’t had this wine in years, and when I ran across it this week, I couldn’t resist. This wine is “bright and vibrant in the glass, and this Sauvignon Blanc offers fragrant white blossoms on the nose, framed by a refreshing palate of melon, white peach, lemon curd, and ripe citrus.” Try it with briny oysters or a summer salad topped with tangy goat cheese, and since it’s priced at only $12.99, why not pick up a few to enjoy during the remainder of these summer days. Sometimes it can be a pleasant change from the characteristics of a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Be brave, give it a whirl, and I think you’ll find yourself pleasantly surprised.
Food News 🗞
Food prices continue to confound me. Apparently I’m used to a degree of consistency within the world of wine. Both beef and fish continue their rollercoaster ride in pricing. I’m doing my best to purchase in the dips and not the climbs.
Food Feature 📣
I was able to bring in a few more Prime Beef Tenderloins this week so that you can still take advantage of last week's feature. However, we have both Lobster Tails and Opilio (Snow) Crab to make that dinner even better. We’re crossing into tailgating season, and we have all kinds of burgers, sausages, and other items to make your weekend tailgate a huge success. If you’re planning on throwing something on the grill this weekend, stop in and pick it up here. It’s a one stop shop for all your weekends needs.
Market Items 🍤
*Fresh Hand Cut to Order Demkota Strip Steaks - $18.99/lb
*Fresh Choice Hand Cut Ribeyes - $18.99/lb
*Fresh Dry Aged Prime Creekstone Farms 12oz Ribeyes - $36.99
*Fresh Dry Aged Prime Creekstone Farms 12oz Strips - $39.99
*Fresh Wagyu Burgers 2pk - $8.99
*Fresh Double Cut Pork Chops - $12.99 per chop
Frozen Prime Whole Beef Tenderloins - $23.99/lb
Frozen Center Cut 8oz Filets - $16.99
Frozen Pre-cooked frozen BBQ Ribs - approx. 3lb racks $29.99
Frozen 8oz Pork Ribeyes - $8.99
Frozen Bacon Wrapped 5oz Pork Filets - $5.99 per filet
Frozen Merguez Lamb and Beef Sausage 4-pack - $9.99
Frozen Rinaldi Italian Sausage 4 per pound - $6.99
Frozen Beef Brisket Sausages 5 per pound - $15.99
Frozen Nueske Cheddar and Bacon Sausages 5 per pound - $9.99
*Fresh Eel Lake Oysters Nova Scotia - $24 a dozen
*Fresh Arnarlax Icelandic Salmon - $17.99/lb
*Fresh Icelandic Cod - $18.99/lb
Frozen Bakkafrost Salmon Burgers Chipotle Lime 2pk - $10.99
Frozen Bakkafrost Salmon Burgers Spinach and Feta 2pk - $10.99
Buddy’s Detroit Style Pizzas Original Pepperoni or Cheese - $17.99
Au Gratin potatoes 4-pack - $9.99
Frozen Chilean Sea Bass 6oz - $16.99
Frozen Ahi Saku Block Tuna AAA Sushi Grade avg. 14oz - $29.99
Frozen Lobster Tails - $12.99 each
Frozen U-16/20 Raw Shrimp deveined (1lb package) - $19.99/lb
Frozen U-10 Scallops - $29.99/lb
Frozen Fontinini Fully Cooked Meatballs - 6 2oz balls for $8.99
Fresh/Frozen Bacchini Paparedelle from Italy - $9.99/lb (serving for 2)
Fresh/Frozen Bacchini Strozzapreti from Italy - $9.99/lb (serving for 2)
1932’s Arrabbiata Pasta Sauce - $7.99
1932’s Pomodorina with Fresh Basil Pasta Sauce - $7.99
1932’s Pomodorina with Barolo Pasta Sauce - $7.99
Fusco Mezzi Rigatoni Dried Pasta from Italy - $6.99
Maurizio Spaghetti Chitarra Dried Pasta from Italy - $5.99
Fusco Casarecce Dried Pasta from Italy - $5.99
Drakes Jumbo Ravioli with Veal 1lb - $12.99
Drakes Jumbo Butternut Squash Ravioli 1lb - $12.99
Tribeca Bakery Asiago & Sourdough Bread - $5.50
New Wines🍷
Chateau Saint-Florin 2020 Bordeaux Blanc France $13.99
Mary Taylor 2020 Pascal Biotteau Anjou Rouge France $15.99
Honora Vera 2020 Rioja Tempranilla Spain $12.99
Bodegas Muga 2020 Rioja Blanco Spain $19.99
Protocolo 2021Vina de la Tierrade Castilla Rosé Spain $10.99
Bodegas Juan Gil 2019 Jumilla Red Blend Spain $19.99
Masciarelli 2020 Trebbiano d’Abruzzo Italy $13.99
Tenuta Regaleali 2020 Cavallo delle Fate Grillo Sicily $19.99
Pomelo 2020 Sauvignon Blanc California $12.99
New Beers 🍺
O’Fallon Pumpkin Beer 6pk bottles $10.99
O’Fallon Vanilla Pumpkin Beer 6pk bottles $10.99
Bell’s Oktoberfest 6pk bottles $11.99
Founder’s Porter 6pk bottles $11.99
Stone 26th Anniversary Ale Triple IPA 6pk cans $16.99
3 Floyds Crushing Mass 4pk bottles $21.99
Flying Dog Dogtoberfest 6pk bottles $11.99
Alesmith Oktoberfest 6pk cans $10.99
Kegs - 1/6 Barrel 🛢
Schlafly Oktoberfest $109.99
Duck Rabbit Milk Stout $109.99
Final Thoughts 💬
Leaving for Italy in a few days. This will be my first real trip in two and a half years, and yes… I will be coming back. In the meantime, I feel quite confident that Chelsea and crew can maintain a semblance of normalcy. They’re always here, ready and willing to assist you in any way. But, just to make sure everything is going OK, stop in and check on them for me while I’m gone. I’d appreciate it.
Cheers from all of us here at The Wine Merchant!
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