Dolce Vita Wine Shop

04/17/2026

Here is more in-depth information about the unfortunate and unacceptable events at our shop. Disgusting and disheartening come to mind for sure.

A Chaska business owner has been charged with arson and insurance fraud following an investigation into a suspicious fire at the historic Chaska Depot on June 30, 2025. Sean-Paul James Hayden of Ch…

04/10/2026

I’ll just leave this here.

Man Accused of Orchestrating Arson for $44,000 Insurance Payout — Chaska - Carver County

Sean-Paul James Hayden, 45, of Chanhassen, is facing felony charges, including Insurance Fraud-Present False Representation/Conceals Facts (Statute 609.611.1(a)) and Arson-1st Deg-Building-Used Combust/Flammable Material (Statute 609.561.3(a)). Hayden allegedly conspired with a handyman to set fire to his failing Chaska business using Everclear and charcoal. Phone records indicate 111 calls between Hayden and the handyman leading up […]

Read the full story and court details on our blog.
https://thewatchmn.com/2026/04/09/man-accused-of-orchestrating-arson-for-44000-insurance-payout-chaska-carver-county/


Alleged Offense date: 2025-06-30
Filed in court: 2026-04-09

03/31/2026

03/20/2026

Meet some of the gang and swing out to Excelsior Vintage today for the Friday tasting!! Also, check out their N/A section if you’ve given up the hard stuff for Lent, it’s fantastic.

Spring 🌱 is in the air🙏❤️

We found some new juice for y'all today! Our buddy Andrew from .are.new.france will be pouring today from 4-7!

Todays lineup features some fun and tasty Italian 🇮🇹 wines along with an incredible (and affordable) lowland Scotch 🥃

The perfect line up for this Spring weather!

See y'all soon 🙏

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03/15/2026

Here is some wonderful news about the Chaska Depot building (former home of Dolce Vita Wine Shop)!! Excelsior Vintage & Distinguished Taste!!

Some EXCITING news to share!

The former Dolce Vita Wine shop has new residents!

Excelsior Vintage has signed a lease to move in mid-summer!

Excelsior Vintage operated in Excelsior the past 25+ years and brings a crew of amazing folks to Chaska!

Owner/Operator Greg Varner brings over 25 years of wine & spirits knowledge alongside over the top customer service! Greg, also know as The Director of Happy Hour, loves sharing stories and building personal connections!

Ross Rogney has been working along side Greg the past 15 years as our General Manager and beer buyer. Ross is an incredible home chef and chiropractor as well!

Mike Bruflodt is our utility player who's been in and around the industry for 20+ years! His knowledge of German wines is absolutely world class! Mike pulls out all the stops to ensure our guests have the perfect pairing.

Troy Seefeldt and his wife Jenn Seefeldt (not pictured) are Dolce Vita Alumni and act as the staff wine buyers and Chief Entertainers!

What can you do to stay informed of our move?
1- Visit and introduce yourselves to us in Excelsior
2- Stop by Excelsior Vintage (400 Hwy 7, Excelsior) for our FREE wine tastings Fridays from 4-7p
3- Follow Excelsior Vintage on Facebook and TheExcelsiorVintage on Instagram
4- Follow Distinguished Taste on Facebook and Instagram for all of our events

We will be offering a new brand, an upgraded wine club, and an entertainment space for all of our events!

While we are sad to be leaving Excelsior, we are beyond excited to be a part of the Chaska community 🙏

Please follow us for updates!

Cheers 🥂

The Excelsior Vintage

01/17/2026

Oh wow!! Both of these are fantastic!!

01/12/2026

Always be careful on the ice.

01/06/2026

12/10/2025

Tonight and tomorrow night! 21+, no takeout orders!

10/15/2025

🍕 Wednesday Pizza Night is back at Rouge 41! 🍷

Starting at 4 PM, join us for hot, fresh pizzas — dine-in only and available until sold out!

🔥 Make it the perfect night out with 20% off all bottles of wine while you relax, sip, and enjoy downtown Chaska vibes.

Reminder: is 21+

Come early, stay late, and make your Wednesday delicious at Rouge 41!