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