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01/09/2026

Let’s start at the very beginning.

This week, I am featuring the Introductory Edition Tasting Box. The w**es can be any style and any grape. They can come from any region. What unites them, you might say?

Intrigue, Curiosity, and Conscientious Farming

The tasting sheet that is included in the box highlights the tasting process for w**e, all major growing countries, and a very brief history of w**e. Swing by the shop for more foundational knowledge that will make each moment with w**e more meaningful.

We will start the week with:

🍓Mundo Reves ‘Le Petit Voyage’ Pét-Nat Rosé - wild strawberry, creamy micro-bubbles, and a sense of wonder

🪻Domaine Gassier Viognier - white peaches, honeysuckle, and a dash of sophistication

🥥 Hedges ‘CMS’ Cabernet Sauvignon - a leather armchair, plums, and cocoa for contemplation

Our shelves are stocked with stories. Come explore!

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28/07/2026

A Field Guide to the Tinted Truths
Attention, Students of the Vine and Seekers of Sun-Drenched Curiosities! 🕯️✨
This week at A Curious W**e Shop is dedicated to the study of Rosé - that whimsical, blush-hued nectar that sits precisely at the intersection of “Serious Oenology” and “Spontaneous Picnic.”

#1 Mad Med Le Rose: A Mediterranean marvel that feels like a vintage postcard from the French Riviera. It’s bright, a bit cheeky, and carries the sort of zest that suggests a mild, but delightful, obsession with the sea. 🌊🍋

#2 Adelsheim Rosé: The Oregonian of the group. Hailing from the Willamette Valley, she is elegant, precise, and structured. Think crisp strawberries and cool, morning mist. 🍓☁️

#3 Chateau de Trinquevedel Tavel: A royal decree from the hills of Tavel. If Rosé had a library, this would be the leather-bound first edition. Bold, sophisticated, and boasting a hue so deep it’s practically a sunset in a glass. 🏰🍷

Come forage through our shelves and find your favorite pink-hued potion. 🕰️✨

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15/07/2026

Same grape. Different soils. Infinite flavor. 🍷✨
We’re pouring three distinct expressions of Pinot Gris this week at A Curious W**e Shop. Grab a tasting sheet, pull up a chair, and taste the difference for yourself:

🇮🇹 Tiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio Alto Adige, Italy | Crisp, Textured, Complex, 50-Year-Old Vines, Lees Aging

🇺🇸 Sokol Blosser Pinot Gris Willamette Valley, Oregon | Clean, Bright, Organic, Hand-Harvested

🇫🇷 Gustave Lorentz Pinot Gris Alsace, France | Rich, Historic, Slightly Off-Dry, Hand-Harvested, Whole-Cluster Pressed, 7th-Generation

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09/06/2026

Crisp, vibrant, perfectly chilled, and ready for summer - the Sauvignon Blanc Edition Tasting Box is officially open for this week’s tasting at A Curious W**e Shop! 🥂✨

We are taking your palate on a global tour to explore how different terroirs shape this beloved, refreshing grape.

✨ The Lineup:

    •    Henri Bourgeois ‘Petit Bourgeois’ 🇫🇷 A gorgeous, classic expression from France’s Loire Valley. Expect elegant white flower fragrances, bright citrus, green apple, and a clean, flinty minerality.

    •    Bayten 🇿🇦 Hailing from the cool-climate slopes of Constantia, South Africa. This bone-dry standout brings an amazing balance of zesty passion fruit, lime, and crisp herbal notes with a chalky edge.

    •    Prisma 🇨🇱 A vibrant, sustainably farmed favorite from Chile’s coastal Casablanca Valley. It bursts out of the glass with tropical mango, passion fruit, and a punch of crisp citrus leaf.

How to Taste With Us:
Stop by anytime! It is the perfect way to find your signature summer style.

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03/06/2026

The moment of truth is here! 👃✨ Did you follow your nose to the right answers?
Here are the mystery scents from this week’s Aroma Contest:
1️⃣ Black Currant: That classic, deep, dark fruit note we love in Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. 🍇
2️⃣ Sandalwood: The exotic, woody, and warm aroma often found in beautifully aged reds or w**es with oak aging. 🪵
3️⃣ Vinegar: A tricky one! In the w**e world, we call this volatile acidity. A little can add lift, but too much and you have salad dressing!
How many did you get right? Tell us your score in the comments! 👇

0/3, 1/3, 2/3, 3/3? 🍷

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02/06/2026

This week, we’re packing our bags (and our glasses) for a journey through the diverse terroirs of Argentina! 🇦🇷🍷
Join us at A Curious W**e Shop for a weekly tasting that proves there’s so much more to Argentina than just your standard red. From the salty Atlantic coast of Patagonia to the high-altitude peaks of the Andes, here’s what’s on the table:
✨ Mundo Revés ‘Le Petit Voyage’ Pét-Nat Rosé
Kick off the trip with some bubbles! This "Little Voyage" is a wild, unfiltered sparkler made from ancient Criolla vines. Expect hazy pink hues and juicy notes of wild strawberry and watermelon rind. It’s raw, energetic, and pure summer fun in a glass.
🌊 Wapisa Sauvignon Blanc
Forget what you know about Argentinian whites. Coming from the only coastal w**ery in Patagonia, this w**e is literally kissed by the sea. It’s zesty and bright with pink grapefruit and lime, finished with a unique saline minerality from those Atlantic breezes.
⛰️ Andeluna Malbec
We couldn't visit Argentina without the king! Grown 1,300 meters above sea level in the rocky soils of the Uco Valley, this Malbec is all about elegance. Think velvet-smooth tannins, floral violets, and deep layers of blackberry and plum.

Tasting Details:
📅 Tues - Sat
⏰ 12 pm - 6 pm
📍 A Curious W**e Shop
Come curious, leave inspired. Which one are you most excited to try? Let us know in the comments! 👇

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26/05/2026

One of my favorite week’s of the year -
I am popping the corks on some effervescent, elegant, and beautifully crafted bubbles this week. Welcome to our Sparkling W**e Edition, a guided journey through three distinct European regions where bubbles have history.
In a world where sparkling w**e is often saved for a single toast, these selections prove that bubbles deserve a seat at the table every day. We’re exploring the diversity of method and terroir: from the ancient hills of Limoux to the glacial soils of Valdobbiadene and the long-aged complexity of Penedès.
On the tasting table:
🍾 The French Ancestor: Famille Antech Cuvée Françoise
100% Mauzac from Limoux, this selection arrives from the true birthplace of sparkling w**e. With 30 months of lees aging, it is a refined, organic dream that pairs perfectly with French Salt Cod.
🥂 The Italian Elegance: Bortolomiol ‘Prior’ Prosecco
Next, we experience a 100% Glera grown on sandstone and glacial moraine. This is a masterclass in the Charmat or Martinotti method - vibrant, sustainable, and ready for grilled vegetables with a spicy kick.
✨ Spanish Masterpiece: Vins el Cep ‘Gelida’ Gran Reserva Cava
An organic blend aged for an incredible 40–50 months on the lees. It’s rich, traditional, and (trust us) the ultimate companion for a plate of crispy Fried Chicken.
Whether you’re a devotee or just slightly curious, this feature is your map to the old world’s sparkling saavy🗺️🥂
Stop by the shop, grab a glass, and find out for yourself. The door is open.
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20/05/2026

Step into the filtered light of our 111 year old windows! It is time to settle the great debate of the week.

I must say, your olfactory faculties are truly impressive. Several guests got two out of the three aromas correct. Others may have indulged their imaginative relationship with your spice racks, but there is always next week.

For now, the mystery must be solved.

1. Mushroom: The telltale sign of an earthy w**e, aromas of mushroom are common in Burgundy, Piedmont, and the tantalizing dessert w**es that succumb to the noble rot.

2. Lime: Here in Florida, there is no shortage of appropriate moments for a limey w**e. Whether on the beach or picnicking in the shade, Gruner Veltliner, Albariño, and Vinho Verde offer tart, refreshing options to pair with fun and bathing suits.

3. Almond: Sometimes we all get a little bit nutty. For a sophisticated and intriguing experience, turn to Rhône Valley and Italian white w**es.

Cheers to you and cheers to me, a thousand flavors await us!

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19/05/2026

Step inside, it is a cool and relaxing retreat from the day and the heat🌿✨

I am pulling the corks on some wild, unrefined, and beautifully honest w**es this week. Welcome to our Natural W**e Edition, a guided journey through bottles that have nothing added, and nothing taken away.
In a world where over 70 additives can hide behind a standard w**e label, these selections are a breath of fresh, vineyard air. We’re exploring w**e as nature intended: vibrant, eccentric, and full of life.

On the tasting table:

🥂 An Unfiltered German White: 100% Muscat from Benziger. Think aromatic blossoms and 20-year-old vines.

🍷 The Oregonian Rebel: A Limited Addition co-fermented blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. It’s a conversation between 45-year-old ungrafted vines and neutral oak.

✨The Sicilian Soul: AnnaMaria Sala’s Nero d’Avola. Sun-drenched limestone and clay in a glass, begging for a bowl of Pasta Puttanesca.

Whether you’re a devotee of the raw sensation of natural w**e or just beginning to wonder what terroir truly tastes like when it isn't polished by a lab, this feature is your map. 🗺️🍷

Stop by the shop, grab a glass, and let’s get a little curious. The door is open.

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13/05/2026

Washington Edition Is Pouring Now
A lineup that shows the bright, elegant side of Washington w**e — from a mineral-driven Semillon to a juicy red blend and a structured Red Mountain Syrah. This week’s tasting is all about balance, texture, and w**es that pair beautifully with the table.
L’Ecole No. 41 Semillon
82% Semillon, 18% Sauvignon Blanc
Columbia Valley
Clam-Chowder Pizza
Loess, Whole Cluster Press, 15% New French Oak Fermentation, 60% Malolactic, Lees Aging
Refreshing And Richly Textured With Melon, Green Apple, Fresh Fig, Acacia, Chamomile, And A Supple, Balanced Finish.
J. Bookwalter 'Notebook' Red Blend
62% Merlot, 21% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Syrah, 4% Malbec
Columbia Valley
Creamy Macaroni And Cheese
Loess, Sand, Basalt, Stainless Steel, and Neutral Oak
Bright And Fruit-Forward With Red Cherry, Raspberry, Mocha, Ripe Berries, And Soft Baking Spice.
Hedges Des. Liégeois Dupont Syrah
100% Syrah
Red Mountain
Backyard Flank Steak Teriyaki
Biodynamic, Organic, 21 Months, 48% New, 67.5% American, 32.5% French Oak
Dark Fruit, Black Cherry, Blueberry, Pepper, Cocoa, Vanilla, Wild Mushroom, And Savory Spice With A Bright, Structured Finish.

Washington Always Delivers On Power And Precision, And This Flight Is A Great Example Of Both.

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