Might as well be walking on the sun
- Dan Matheny
- Jun 11
- 5 min read
I was optimistic last week, but this is just too much...
luckily it should be backing off for Huhn this Saturday!
Hours of Operation
Monday - Tuesday, 10am to 6pm
Wednesday - Saturday, 10am to 8pm
Calendar 🗓
June 13 (Saturday) - Huhn in June, our annual chicken dinner. All day while supplies last; no reservations required!
June 20 (Saturday) - Bar closed from 12:30-3pm for a private event. Store will remain open.
June 21 (Sunday) - Father's Day
June 25 (Thursday) - Molly Meeker Meet & Greet, 5-8pm. Pop in anytime to meet winemaker Molly Meeker, learn about her wines, and enjoy some appetizers alongside a glass or two (or better yet, a bottle). No reservations required.
July 4 (Saturday) - Closed for Independence Day 🇺🇸
June 11 (Saturday) - Second Saturday
July 14 (Tuesday) - Bastille Day 🇫🇷
News 🗞
It's Huhn time!!! Our annual Huhn in June is taking place this Saturday for Second Saturday in Downtown Findlay. We'll probably start serving between 11 and 12, and we'll go all day while supplies last... and believe you me, it should last. There's so much chicken in that kitchen. The meal consists of Chicken (both Airline and Jumbo Quarters) that we brine for two full days in our top secret brine, rub with herbs and spices, then grill. It comes with a fresh Summer Vegetable Orzo Salad and some Jalapeño Cornbread. In addition, we'll have a Limoncello Mascarpone Cheesecake for dessert and some special glass pours, especially seeing as it's National Rosé Day as well. Speaking of holidays, don't forget that we are taking requests for two Father's Day special items: Fresh CAB Tomahawks, fully trimmed and ready to go, $81.99 for about a 2lb cut, and Prosciutto-Stuffed Bavette Steak, $29.99/lb. The first round of Tomahawks are in, and we can whip up the Bavette fairly quickly. They're fresh but can be easily frozen and are very easy to prepare while making you look like a true chef. Stop in or drop us a line if you're interested, or if you will need anything else for your Father's Day preparations.
Wine Feature ⭐️
Moving on to another Dad pick this week, Tenuta La Massa 2021 La Massa Toscana from the heart of Chianti. This is your classic Super Tuscan, consisting of 50% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, and a 25% blend of Merlot, Alicante Bouschet, and Petit Verdot. You probably know this already, but Super Tuscan simply means a blend with grapes that are grown in Tuscany but are not of Tuscan origin, in this case the Cab and the Merlot blend which are French. The winemaker says, "The freshness and minerality of Sangiovese, expertly blended with the opulence and nobility of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, allow for this wine to convey our idea of joy and happiness." This bottle received a whopping 94 points from Robert Parker, and his review was... dare I say glowing? "The 2021 La Massa is superb. Dark cherry/plum fruit, new leather, tobacco, licorice, mocha and spice fill out the layers effortlessly. Best of all, La Massa is a terrific value. The 2021 is one of the best vintages yet from this estate. I can't think of too many wines in Tuscany that offer this much quality for the money," the money being $39.99. No need to expound further, so I'll just leave it at that.
Wine Pick 🥂
If you are a fan of the Liberty Elia white blend that's been out of stock (but hopefully back soon), I've got another one for ya: Grandissime 2025 Le Hameau Sauvignon Blanc. Le Hameau is French for "hamlet" to reflect that the grapes in the bottle come from many different growers in Southern France. As they say, "the real winemaking skill lies in selecting each parcel of grapes, all of which have slightly different characteristics, and blending them into a wine that has several layers of flavor." This is a light and fruity Sauvignon Blanc with notes of pear, Granny Smith apple, and a hint of minerality. It's extremely easy to drink (people pleaser) and will serve you well on your patio this summer (patio pounder), and at only $12.99, you can afford to take at least a couple of them with you.
Market Items 🛒
Fresh CAB Tomahawks, 34-36oz - $82.99
Fresh Prosciutto-Stuffed Bavette Steak - $29.99/lb
Fresh Faroe Islands Salmon - $18.99/lb
Fresh Oysters - $24/dozen
Fresh Argentinian Chorizo, 5pk - $14.99
Sea Wings Canned Crab (Claw), 16oz - $25.99
Frozen Hand-Cut Prime Strip Steak - $26.99/lb
Frozen Hanger Steaks, 1/2lb - $14.99
Frozen Choice Hanger Steaks, 8oz-2pk - $29.99
Frozen Wagyu Ribeyes, 12-14oz - $35.99 (1 remaining)
Frozen Little Town Jerky Beef Tri-Tip (Cooked to Rare), 3lb - $36
Frozen Whole Beef Tenderloin, 3.5lb - $100
Frozen Australian Lamb Racks, ~1.5-1.75 lb - $39.99
Frozen Bone-In Veal Loin Chop - $18.99/lb
Frozen Pounded Veal Leg Cutlets, 1lb (4 per pack) - $18.99
Frozen Ground Veal, 2lb - $21.99
Frozen Smithfield Smoked Spiral Ham, avg. 5-6lb, $10.99/lb
Frozen All-Natural Berkshire Pork Tenderloin, 14oz - $13.99
Frozen Cooked Marinated Pork Shank, 16oz - $9.99
Frozen Bone-In Frenched Pork Chop, 16oz - $8.99
Frozen Duroc Dry Aged Bone-In Pork Chops, 14oz - $16.99
Frozen Greco Italian Sausage, 4pk - $14.99
Frozen Snake River Farms American Wagyu Gourmet Frankfurter, 5pk - $14.99
Frozen Yellowfin Tuna Saku Block, ~1lb - $17.99
Frozen Portico Peeled & Deveined Jumbo Shrimp - $18.99/lb
Frozen U-10 Scallops - $32.99/lb
Frozen Lobster Tails, 4-7oz - $34.99/lb
Frozen Massa Sicilian Style Pizza (Veggie) - $15.99
Frozen Au Gratin Potatoes -$5.99 2pk / $9.99 4pk
Frozen Seasoned Potato Wedges, 1lb - $8.99
Fresh/Frozen Drake's Veal Ravioli - $14.99/lb (serving for 2)
Fresh/Frozen Portobello Mushroom Ravioli - $9.99/lb (serving for 2)
Fresh/Frozen Pear & Blue Cheese Fiocchi - $19.99/lb
Frozen Bake House Artisan Multi-Grain Bread - $4.99
Frozen Baker's Source Roasted Garlic Bâtard Bread - $7.99
Frozen Miner's Demi Glace - $9.99
Frozen Brittany Blend Mixed Vegetables, 2lb - $8.99
New Wine🍷
No new wine this week... well actually there's a new Sancerre coming in on Friday, but I don't remember the name, so you'll just have to come in and see 😬
New Beer & More 🍺
Half Acre Double Daisy Cutter Evergreen DIPA, 4pk cans - $15.99
Saugatuck Blueberry Lemonade Shandy, 6pk cans - $11.99
Saugatuck Hazy Duck Hazy IPA, 6pk cans - $11.99
Fat Head's Bumbleberry Variety Pack, 12pk cans - $21.99
Kegs - 1/6 Barrel 🛢
New Holland Dragon's Milk Golden Ale - $195.99
FBC Old Dutch - $134.99
Allagash White - $127.99
Half Acre x Allagash Daisy Cutter Crown IPA - $134.99
Masthead Freelance IPA - $121.99
Final Thoughts 💬
Well, are you alive after this hellhole of a week? I'm not sure I am. If you can make it through today, it looks like we might be getting some sweet, sweet relief this weekend and all through next week. Thank God because I have to operate a grill...
Cheers from all of us here at the Wine Merchant!
📞 419-424-0391
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