Not sure the groundhog got it right
- Dan Matheny
- 21 minutes ago
- 5 min read
Sure feels like Spring out there, but it won't last...
don't even try to ask me about the patio
Hours of Operation
Monday - Tuesday, 10am to 6pm
Wednesday - Saturday, 10am to 8pm
Calendar 🗓
February 20 (Friday) - Lenten Special: Lobster Bisque... in Bread Bowls!
February 27 (Friday) - Lenten Special: Garlic Shrimp & Rice
March 6 (Friday) - Lenten Special: Pesto Pasta
March 13 (Friday) - Lenten Special: Crab-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
March 16-21 (Mon-Sat) - Irish WEEK!! Spreading out the St. Patrick's love this year with a sandwich special the whole week.
News 🗞
I'd like a few more weeks to rest after these last several days, but alas that was not meant to be... Lent is here and that means Friday Night Lenten Specials. We're kicking it off this week with the old classic you always ask for... Lobster Bisque. That's right, it's back and this time we're upping the ante by serving it in Bread Bowls and with a Salad on the side. Should be a light and delicious Friday night dinner, don't you think? We're starting service at 4pm Friday and going until it's gone, so come early if you're hungry for it. Being that it is Lent, we have plenty of Seafood in the store for you this week, including Fresh Icelandic Cod and Fresh/Frozen Lobster Ravioli. If you don't participate in Lent, we of course have plenty of Steaks, Chicken, and whatnot for you to grill up this weekend in this unusually nice weather... enjoy it while you can.
Wine Feature ⭐️
Our palates are traveling to Italy this week with a great find, Famiglia Castellani 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva. The Castellani family has been making wine in Tuscany for 150 years and exporting since 1903, so you could say they have some experience. It's still family-owned, which is rare in the industry after such a long run. The younger generations have spent the past 25 years researching and investing in technology to have the healthiest soil to produce the finest quality grapes possible on their land. Doing their best to last another 150 years. This bottle is largely Sangiovese of course, and being a 2019, it's got some nice age on it already. "Rich with notes of cherries, plums, and iris. Deep cherry and leather flavors with subtle wood notes." There are also some nice herbs and licorice on the palate. "Supple tannins, good acidity, and a lingering finish. Perfect with flavorful roasts, pastas, and cheeses." At $25.99 a bottle, this is a great value for a Chianti Classico, let alone a Riserva.
Wine Pick 🥂
Being that it's 60 degrees outside, I'm going with a white this week: Gabriel Chevalier 2022 Chardonnay from Burgundy. I was excited to bring this in not only because it's a hell of a deal for a Burgundy at $16.99, but it's a French Chardonnay for a California drinker. Burgundian Chardonnays are typically high-acidity, mineral-driven, lean wines with citrus and apple notes, while California produces riper, fuller-bodied, and creamier wines with tropical fruit, butterscotch, and vanilla notes. This bottle from Gabriel Chevalier is almost fusion of the two. "Aromas of fresh and delicate pears, lemon skin and pomelo are accompanied by notes of orange blossoms, lilies and salt. The palate is simple and straightforward, showing flavors of lemon skin, pear and wild white flowers and a round, lush finish." It's lightly oaked in French barrels to give add a mild buttery note, enhancing the creaminess of the wine. It would be beautiful paired with a creamy pasta or our Stuffed Salmon... give it a try and see what you think.
Food Feature 🐟
There is one pack of Stuffed Salmon left, but we have plenty of Fresh Icelandic Cod on SALE for $12.99/lb, our usual Fresh Salmon for $18.99/lb, and all the frozen shellfish you could ask for... Lobster, King Crab, Bay Scallops, U-10 Scallops, Jumbo Shrimp, and of course always fresh oysters. Not to mention, we got in Lobster Ravioli at $25.99/lb and Portobello Mushroom Ravioli at $9.99/lb, so a couple more Friday night options for you.
Market Items 🛒
Fresh Faroe Islands Salmon - $18.99/lb
Fresh Cod - $12.99/lb (SALE!)
Fresh Oysters - $24/dozen
Fresh Choice Hanger Steaks, 8oz-2pk - $29.99
Fresh Choice Ribeyes (Boneless & Bone-In) - $22.99/lb
Sea Wings Sustainably Sourced Crab Claw Meat, 1lb - $24.99
Frozen Hanger Steaks, 1/2lb - $14.99
Frozen Choice Bone-In Ribeyes, $22.99/lb
Frozen Wagyu Ribeyes, 12-14oz - $35.99
Frozen Center Cut Beef Tenderloin Filets, 8oz - $16.99
Frozen Beef Tenderloin, 6oz 2pk - $21.99
Frozen Whole Beef Tenderloin, 3.5lb - $100
Frozen Short Rib Burgers, 4pk - $15.99
Frozen Little Town Jerky Fully Cooked Rare Beef Tri-Tip - $15.99/lb
Frozen Australian Lamb Racks, ~1.5-1.75 lb - $39.99
Frozen Pounded Veal Leg Cutlets, 1lb (4 per pack) - $18.99
Frozen Ground Veal, 2lb - $21.99
Frozen Veal Rack - $32.99/lb (1 available)
Frozen Veal Chops - $30.99/lb
Frozen Pre-Cooked St. Louis Ribs - $29.99
Frozen All-Natural Berkshire Pork Tenderloin, 14oz - $13.99
Frozen Cooked Marinated Pork Shank, 16oz - $9.99
Frozen Duroc Dry Aged Bone-In Pork Chops, 14oz - $16.99
Frozen Skin-On Chicken Breast & Thigh, 2pk - $4.99/lb
Frozen Greco Italian Sausage, 4pk - $14.99
Frozen Portico Peeled & Deveined Jumbo Shrimp - $18.99/lb
Frozen Portico Bikini Shrimp, 2lb - $27.99
Frozen U-10 Scallops - $32.99/lb
Frozen Bay Scallops - $10.99/lb
Frozen Lobster Tails (5-6oz), 2pk - $25.99
Frozen 1lb Lobster Tail - $35.99
Frozen King Crab - $91.99/lb
Frozen Sam Adams Beer-Battered Cod - $5.99/lb
Frozen Massa Sicilian Style Pizza (Veggie) - $15.99
Frozen Oven-Roasted Potato Wedges - $8.99
Frozen Au Gratin Potatoes -$5.99 2pk / $9.99 4pk
Fresh/Frozen Drake’s Pasta Butternut Squash Ravioli - $12.99/lb (serving for 2)
Fresh/Frozen Drake's Pasta Veal Ravioli - $14.99/lb (serving for 2)
Fresh/Frozen Pear & Cheese Fiocchi - $18.99/lb (serving for 2)
Fresh/Frozen Portobello Mushroom Ravioli - $9.99/lb
Fresh/Frozen Lobster Ravioli - $25.99/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🍷
Convene 2022 Chardonnay, Russian River Valley - $39.99
Brandborg 2021 Fleur de Lis White Pinot Noir, Oregon - $32.99
Anaia 2019 Malbec, Argentina - $22.99
Man Family 2025 Chenin Blanc, South Africa - $13.99
Unsanctioned 2024 Pinot Gris, Oregon - $19.99
Château Saint Cyrgues 2025 Rosé, France - $16.99
Tenuta Carreta 2023 Cayega Arneis, Italy - $21.99
Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2014 Garrigue Red Blend, California - $21.99 (it's back!)
Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2016 Tête-à-Tête Red Blend, California - $24.99 (it's back!)
New Beer & More 🍺
Juniper Brewing Ship It to Boston Irish Style Red Ale, 6pk cans - $9.99
Wyndridge Honey Lavender Hard Cider, 6pk cans - $12.99
Abita Delta Gator DIPA, 6pk cans - $12.99
Achouffe Chouffe Mix Pack, 12pk bottles - $38.99
Brewdog Cold AF Non-Alcoholic Lager, 4pk cans - $7.99
3 Floyds Gumball Head American Wheat Pale Ale, 6pk cans - $12.99
Leo Thai Lager, 6pk bottles - $12.99
Cutwater Sparkling Margarita, 4pk cans - $11.99
Kegs - 1/6 Barrel 🛢
Tröegs Nugget Nector Imperial Amber Ale - $141.99
Streetside Brewery Ernst Hefeweizen - $114.99
Coronado Nado Rice Lager - $109.99
Madtree Happy Amber Ale - $109.99
North High Road Red Ale - $109.99
Final Thoughts 💬
A hearty thanks to everyone who joined us for our two events this past week, Valentine's Day and Fat Tuesday. It's not only a chance to flex our creative muscles but to provide what is hopefully an unforgettable experience for all of you. We do our best to make it better and better each year, whether we recreate an old favorite or come up with something completely new. We hope you enjoyed and are looking forward to the next... In the meantime, we're wishing a meaningful Lenten season to those who participate.
Cheers from all of us here at the Wine Merchant!
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