Category: Advent Calendar

    We’ve slated in a classic for day 2 – Brotte Côtes du Rhône (coat-doo-rone)! Note that the ‘S’ in Côtes du Rhône is silent.  About the Producer “The Brotte family’s winemaking know-how for …

Third day and you’re still with us! Temp Note: This wine can be served with a light chill to about 50ºF. (Pop it in the fridge for about 15-20 minutes prior to serving.) Or enjoy …

Temp Note: This wine should be chilled to about 45ºF / 50ºF. (Pop it in the fridge overnight and take it out 10 minutes prior to serving.) The wine will be crisper at a cooler …

Alright, we are about to CHANGE IT UP. It’s day 5 and we think you’re ready for it. Temp Note: This beverage should be chilled to about 45ºF and served over ice. (Pop it in …

We’re switching back to a classic red to warm you up on day 7! Although, given Charlotte’s weather, it could be 35ºF or 65ºF and sunny….  The Nebbiolo (neh-bee-oh-low) grape hails from the Piedmont (Piemonte) region …

We selected a light and refreshing wine for Day 8… because chances are you may have some catching up to do and Cap Fizz is the perfect apéritif for that.  Temp Note: This wine should be …

 I’M BACK, BABY! The Pinot grape is back! Pinot Noir is a thin-skinned black grape variety that is notoriously difficult to grow. Some of the best examples come from cool climates such as Burgundy in …

Temp Note: This wine should be chilled to about 45ºF / 50ºF. (Pop it in the fridge overnight and take it out 10 minutes prior to serving.) The wine will be more crisp at a …

Don’t be a tart, have some cider. Or do be a tart, and still have some cider? Temp Note: This cider should be chilled to 45ºF. This cider helps get the holiday season started with …