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June Wines of the Month
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June Wines of the Month

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June Wines of the Month

🍷 Jane Wines of the Month Our current faves are all about flavor, flexibility, and food-friendliness. From crisp whites to chillable reds, these are bottles you'll want to have on hand all summer long. Quattro Mani Falanghina del Sannio Campania, Italy Crisp and medium-bodied with notes of peach, pear, apricot, lemon, and white flowers. Dry and well-structured—perfect for warm weather and bright dishes. Pairings: seafood, shellfish, spicy dishes, roasted chicken, grilled veggies, tomato dishes, pesto, feta, gouda, ricotta $16.99/btl 3 bottles: $16.14/btl 6 bottles: $15.29/btl 12 bottles: $14.44/btl Castellani Pinot Noir Tuscany, Italy Not your average Pinot—this one has [...]

By Fairfax Wine & Spirits| 2025-06-16T18:42:45+00:00 June 16th, 2025|

May Wine of the Month
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May Wine of the Month

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May Wine of the Month

🌞 Six Wines Suited for Warmer Weather From beachy whites to juicy reds and easy-going rosé, these wines are tailor-made for sunshine, grilling, and your next gathering. Mary Taylor Douro Branco Douro, Portugal There’s more to Portugal than Vinho Verde! This blend of lesser-known grapes is bright, refreshing, and textured. Notes of citrus, beeswax, starfruit, Honeycrisp apple, and slate. Low intervention. Pairings: citrusy salads, grilled shrimp & pineapple curry, scallops, oysters, Waldorf salad, sushi $17.99/btl 3 bottles: $17.09/btl 6 bottles: $16.19/btl 12 bottles: $15.29/btl Dorina Lindemann Touriga Nacional Quinta Da Plansel, Portugal Time to fire up the grill! This [...]

By Mary Wuest| 2025-06-16T18:29:09+00:00 May 14th, 2025|

April Wine of the Month
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April Wine of the Month

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April Wine of the Month

🍷 April Wines of the Month – Just in Time for Mother’s Day! Fresh picks for spring! From zesty whites and bright rosés to grill-friendly reds, these wines were made for sunshine, seafood, salads, and joyful gatherings. Don’t miss the Friends & Family case discounts—these won’t last long! Atlantique Rosé Bordeaux, France You’ve loved their Sauv Blanc—now fall in love with their rosé! Delightfully dry with bright acidity. Wild strawberries, raspberries, melon, salt, and minerals. Crisp and easy-going. Perfect for picnics or a patio case purchase. Pairings: salads, grilled white meat & fish, spicy Asian dishes, shrimp scampi, ratatouille, charcuterie [...]

By Fairfax Wine & Spirits| 2025-04-23T17:44:43+00:00 April 18th, 2025|

Fall Feature: Sippers for the Season
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Fall Feature: Sippers for the Season

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Fall Feature: Sippers for the Season

Dare we say it: the holidays are upon us. For some of you that may sound daunting, and for others, this may be music to your ears. Personally, we're more than ready for the romantically crisp weather, the bourbon-focused cocktails, the roasted meats and warm stews, and the gatherings of eating and drinking amongst family and friends. One of our favorite ways to get psyched for an upcoming seasonal change is to find a few new wines that we deem perfect fall/winter sippers and share them with you, our wonderfully astute, wine connoisseur-y customers. Not only are the wines [...]

By Fairfax Wine & Spirits| 2024-11-11T19:49:13+00:00 November 6th, 2024|

What are we drinking? Chillable Reds!
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What are we drinking? Chillable Reds!

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What are we drinking? Chillable Reds!

What is a Chillable Red? You may have recently noticed our chilled reds section in our cooler or seen a tag on a red wine in the shop that says, “Chill me!” For some, a chilled red reminds them of bad Italian restaurants where ALL the wine has been chilled to a flavorless level, and, for others, it may remind you of your friend who always takes her Cab with ice. We’re not here to judge anyone’s methods of enjoyment, but let us explain what WE imagine a “chillable red” to be and why it’s getting so much press [...]

By Kristen Lindbeck| 2024-10-31T15:02:34+00:00 October 31st, 2024|

Two kosher wines from Israel – perfect for many occasions
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Two kosher wines from Israel – perfect for many occasions

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Two kosher wines from Israel – perfect for many occasions

Did you know we carry kosher wines? New to the shop, we have the Hermon Cab/Merlot blend and the Gilgal Chardonnay. We love them because they check all the boxes: 1) kosher; 2) great for pairing with some matzo ball soup from Marczyk Fine Foods, or any braised brisket dishes; 3) delicious! These wines are great whether you need specifically kosher wines or not. The Hermon Cab/Merlot blend, from Galilee, Israel, is a medium-to-full red blend for everyone. It has notes of dark and red fruits, earth, fresh herbs, and cocoa. $23.99/bottle The Gilgal Chardonnay, from the Golan Heights [...]

By Fairfax Wine & Spirits| 2024-08-20T19:20:26+00:00 April 14th, 2024|

The Holiday Red That Goes With Everything
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The Holiday Red That Goes With Everything

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The Holiday Red That Goes With Everything

Sottimano Dolcetto d'Alba $19.99/bottle Andrea Sottimano is one of the finest winemakers in Italy, and by extension, the world. However, his Dolcetto is admittedly not for everyone — your Chardonnay-only drinkers will not love it, nor will your big fat juicy red-wine-only drinkers. Dolcetto is aptly named (from the Italian, dolce, for "soft" or "sweet," not sugary, but as in the English "dulcet"). It is Piemonte's gulpable wine — spicy, grapey, dark chocolate-y, and low in tannin. For all its juicy, plush softness, Dolcetto can be lively, spry even, especially if it retains some of the grape's native acidity. [...]

By Barbara Macfarlane| 2023-10-24T22:40:25+00:00 October 24th, 2023|

Devin is being wooed by a Spanish red
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Devin is being wooed by a Spanish red

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Devin is being wooed by a Spanish red

Portento / Petit Verdot La Mancha, Spain $17.99/bottle Fragrant Michigan cherries and oak (with a slight touch of cedar) transition to the palate with a deep ferric richness, brightened by pink peppercorn and saffron. A decadent and indulgent experience with grippy tannins and a silky finish. Dark meat is the way to go here: pair Portento with mushroom risotto and pepper steak, tzatziki and falafel, or liver pâté. Friends & Family Deals Bottle Discounts: 3 bottles: 5% off 6 bottles: 10% off 12 bottles: 15% off Happy Hour Enjoy an extra 5% volume discount on Mondays and Tuesdays from [...]

By Devin Engberson| 2023-09-11T22:31:27+00:00 August 24th, 2023|

Abbie is drinking a very friendly Beaujolais
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Abbie is drinking a very friendly Beaujolais

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Abbie is drinking a very friendly Beaujolais

La Galoche Beaujolais Gamay is a light-bodied, easy-drinking red that will be a hit at any get-together. Similar to a Pinot, this wine has notes of juicy plums and Luxardo cherries while remaining dry with soft tannins.I paired this wine, slightly chilled, with homemade gyros, but I think it would also complement any charcuterie or even dessert. This food-friendly wine is a great gift idea — or you can keep it for yourself.Cheers!Friends & Family DealsBottle Discounts:3 bottles: 5% off6 bottles: 10% off12 bottles: 15% offHappy HourEnjoy an extra 5% volume discount on Mondays and Tuesdays from 4pm to 6pm.3 [...]

By Abbie Pierce| 2023-08-28T19:39:59+00:00 August 3rd, 2023|

Rosé from the heart of Bordeaux
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Rosé from the heart of Bordeaux

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Rosé from the heart of Bordeaux

Sometimes we find a wine so crisp and so chuggable we just have to let EVERYONE know. This wine is one such as that! ?? Chateau Carbonneau "Lulu" Rosé of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon & Cab Franc Bordeaux, France F&F $7.99 (reg $ 12.99) Imbibe ALL summer long with a French rosé that gives you fancy flavor with a not-so-fancy price tag. Elegant themes of the softest ripe strawberry drips, baby white lilacs, and plush mineral tones will keep a satisfied smile on everyone's face. Pair with all the melted brie you can get your hands on; coconut fried jumbo [...]

By Fairfax Wine & Spirits| 2023-06-20T21:15:23+00:00 June 20th, 2023|