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The holidays are the perfect excuse to break out that top bottle of whiskey or rare stout. And giving one as a gift never fails. Here, we picked the whiskey, beer, tequila, and more we'd want to give to others over the holidays that we'll try not to just keep for our own home bar.
A Solera-style blend of pot-distilled California fine brandies aged 3 to 7 years in French and American oak, BERTOUX Brandy shines in classic cocktails and modern creations
BERTOUX Brandy was designed for mixology by a first-of-its-kind collaboration between top bartender Jeff Bell (PDT and Legacy Records) and acclaimed sommelier Thomas Pastuszak (The NoMad), who serve as Consulting Master Blenders
A globally celebrated French metalsmith and artist who has worked with major figures in contemporary art and architecture, such as Jacques Garcia, Pierre Yovanovitch, Karl Lagerfeld and Jean Nouvel. Rémy Martin’s desire was to combine the world of cognac with the world of an extraordinary artist. During the collaboration process, Steaven Richard immersed himself in the story behind Rémy Martin and found inspiration from the vineyards in Cognac to create the refined design.
Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut was first created in 1869, named Impérial in honor of Napoleon, a close friend of the Champagne House’s Moët family. A gift that exudes history and elegance, this limited-edition bottle or gift box will resonate with loved ones this holiday season. As the premiere champagne of excellence, the “I” emblazoned at the center adds a touch of inspiration as the year closes out. A graceful golden straw yellow in color, this wine has a lively palate combined with finesse with bright fruity aromas of apple, pear, white peach and citrus and notes of floral nuances.
The Macallan Edition No. 5 celebrates The Macallan’s extensive natural colour spectrum and the intricate whisky making process, in partnership with masters at the Pantone Color Institute™ to create a unique shade of purple that features on the packaging.
Made from the premier Icewine grape in Ontario, this wine is known for its rich flavors and fruit filled aromas, notably ripe peach and lively citrus. A perfectly balanced acidity, results in a wine of the highest quality, with a long fruit filled finish.
(SRP $84.99/375 ml; available nationwide). A luscious (and rare) red Icewine, this Cabernet Franc bursts with flavors of strawberry and cherry with hints of fresh cream. This sweet indulgence is the perfect gift for the wine aficionado in your life.
Has notes of berry, peppercorn, and olive which fill the palate and lead to a long, lingering finish. The rugged mountain conditions on Napa Valley’s Mount Veeder produce grapes with concentrated dark fruit notes and a supple mouthfeel.
(SRP $69.99; available nationwide). This character-driven cabernet is crafted by Thomas Rivers Brown, the winemaker behind cult-status winery Schrader Cellars. A full-bodied red with a bold fruit flavor and fine-grained tannins, this vintage opens with black and blue fruits balanced by a light oak spice, that is mirrored on the nose. It’s captivating fruit flavors pair easily with grilled steak or barbequed ribs.
o The white rum is a versatile, mixological game-changer, thanks to its higher proof and pronounced ester content. It blends Dominican column still rum with high-ester Jamaican pot still rum
o The dark rum expression is suitable for sipping or mixing. It is a masterful blend of column still Dominican, Trinidadian and Barbadian rums combined with high-ester Jamaican pot still rum
• Brainchild of Marc Farrell, born and bred in Trinidad, a life-long rum aficionado and formerly Starbucks’ youngest VP
A remarkably rare, limited-edition offering that was aged for 10 years. Aged in a blend of American oak and hybrid American and Limousin barrels, it’s Patrón’s oldest release in the brand’s history. $349 for a 750ml bottle
The second cognac expression from the D'USSÉ portfolio, D'USSÉ XO (SRP $230) is an exquisite ultra-premium blend championing the category. Born from the prestigious Château de Cognac, D'USSÉ XO incorporates over 200 years of tradition with the inspiration of a passionate Cellar Master, Michel Casavecchia. The hand-selected eaux-de-vie used in D’USSÉ XO are aged a minimum of 10 years in French oak casks and the result is an uncompromising cognac that delivers complex flavor and culminates in an exceptionally balanced finish. D'USSÉ XO starts with a fruity bouquet on the nose, bringing notes of hazelnuts, nutmeg, apricot, orange, wood, and subtle warm spice on the palate. A statement wherever it rests, the exceptional bottle design – inspired by the liquid it contains – is both class and modern bearing the Cross of Lorraine: a symbol of honor, courage, and perseverance. The bottle is available at Totalwine.com and additional local retailers nationwide.
This luxury set showcases Adobe Road’s newest line of four ultra-premium California wines paying homage to founder Kevin Buckler’s history on the track, as race-car driver and CEO of the winningest privateer racing team in North America, The Racer’s Group.
The winning team of highly-rated wines is named for an element of the sport, and the blends are as exciting to taste as the sport they honor. Available in gift set and individually on TheRacingSeries.com, The Racing Series includes: Apex, Redline, Shift & The 24.
iichiko, Japan’s leading barley shochu brand, today unveils iichiko Saiten, a pioneering, higher-proof shochu that is optimized for mixology and targets bartenders at the vanguard of the U.S. craft cocktail scene. Produced on Kyushu, Japan’s southernmost main island and the cradle of shochu, iichiko Saiten (pronounced SIGH-ten, meaning “colorful sky”) is the first-ever shochu developed with insights from top U.S. bartenders with exceptional palates and deep cocktail knowledge. A unique clear spirit, iichiko Saiten is rich in flavor and umami character, resulting in genuinely innovative cocktails.
Añejo X is secretly laid to rest for six long years. The extra aging creates a tequila of rich, complex flavors and uncommon character. Beautifully rich and subtly smoky. The taste is prominent in vanilla with notes of nutmeg and white peppercorn joined by hints of cocoa nibs, bitter chocolate, rich roasted fruits. A rich mouthfeel lingers traces of dark chocolate, cheery, tobacco and honey. This is the one you’ll stash and bring out to enjoy straight on special occasions.
For the 2017 Merlot, the lots were fermented separately and underwent full malolactic fermentation before being combined to create the final blend. Additional complexity comes from the small additions of Petite Sirah and Malbec. The wine was aged for twelve months using a combination of French and American oak of which 45% was new.
The resulting wine has aromas of black currant, black cherries and a touch of wood smoke with flavors of plums, dark berries, toasty oak and vanilla spice. In the mouth, this wine has an elegant and restrained style with nice structure and balance, soft tannins and a long finish.
Released yearly on November 1 since 1975, Anchor Christmas Ale (6.9% ABV) is a smooth and velvety spiced ale with rich flavors of roasted malts, toffee and Mexican chocolate. This was one of the very first holiday beers produced in America, and the tradition carries on with an ever-changing, secret recipe wrapped in a different label each year. This winter warmer is available in most major retailers nationwide.
It’s that time of year again! Thanksgiving is here we understand the pressure that comes along with preparing for this day. This year, instead of worrying about cooking the turkey and baking the pumpkin pie, treat yourself, your friends, and your family to a special Thanksgiving dinner at one of these restaurants.
In the mood to visit France this Thanksgiving? Now celebrating its fifth anniversary, Dirty French is a major food group’s exuberant French bistro. Here at the restaurant, they are serving a $98 prix-fixe Thanksgiving menu. The menu features some French classics such as Paté Grand Mére with Foie Gras and Apricot Mustard, Mushroom Millefeuille with Butternut Squash & Red Curry, Roasted Turkey Breast with Braised Leg Blanquette, Dirty Stuffing and more. This year they are offering New decadent, optional supplements this year are Dover Sole with Sesame & Berbere in Sauce Meuniere and Cote de Boeuf in Brown Butter Bearnaise. You can’t forget dessert, and Dirty French is offering some reinvigorated takes on traditional Thanksgiving desserts including Pumpkin Pie and Key Lime Tart.
Looking for somewhere perfect to eat after the Thanksgiving Day Parade? Just blocks away from Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and in the heart of Rockefeller Center, Oceana will be serving a prix fie holiday menu. A three-course menu for $88 per person and $50 for children under 12. Guests can enjoy autumnal dishes like the Kuri Squash Gnocchi and fresh Autumn Salad as well as traditional holiday plated including the Roasted Organic Turkey with traditional Thanksgiving trimmings and Fingerling Sweet Potatoes. Here, you won’t have to worry about missing out on your traditional Thanksgiving meal.
Food & Wine Pairings To Try This Thanksgiving
For those who are looking to dine in at a great BBQ joint the steakhouse-meets-smokehouse knows how to prepare a Thanksgiving feast! Holy Ground will be offering a special pre-fixe three course dinner that includes smoked turkey, pumpkin soup, roasted sweet potatoes, pumpkin pie, and more.
Looking for somewhere cozy to spend Thanksgiving? Tiny’s and the Bar Upstairs’ little townhouse will make you feel like you are celebrating Thanksgiving at home! Tribeca’s iconic restaurant will be offering a prix fixe menu from 3-10pm of Pumpkin Soup, Heritage Farm Turkey, Crispy Brussel Sprouts, and Pumpkin Pie, among other Thanksgiving classics. The special holiday menu is $70 per person ($25 for kids), with the option to include a wine pairing for a total of $90 per person.
This Thanksgiving, treat yourself to the Michelin-recognized progressive and innovative Japanese restaurant in Midtown East. Here the seven course menu will highlight their annual Thanksgiving signature organic Turkey Truffle Pie with Turkey Foie Gras Gravy was crafted by Chef Yuu Shimano (previously of Guy Savoy’s eponymous three Michelin-starred restaurant in Paris) and Chef Tomohiro Urata (previously of three Michelin-starred La Maison Troisgros in Roanne, France).
Cocktails To Sip On This Thanksgiving
To celebrate Thanksgiving, Hudson Yards Grill be open from 11:30am - 10pm, offering guests a delectable Turkey Day prix-fixe menu for adults and children alike. Helmed by celebrity chef Michael Lomonaco, the modern American cuisine restaurant will feature a tasting menu for $48 including Butternut Squash Soup, Roasted Turkey with Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Apple & Sage Stuffing and Sweet Potato with Candied Pecans and a Dutch Apple Pie and a kid’s menu for $26 for children under 10 years old.
Along with that, guests can elevate their day post meal as Hudson Yards Grill will be extending a free pass to the Hudson Yards landmark, The Vessel to those who dine at the restaurant on Thanksgiving. The pass can be redeemed on any day or time as a token of appreciation from Hudson Yards Grill. To make a reservation visit here or call (212) 545-7600.
Enjoy a French-inspired Thanksgiving dinner this year at two-star Michelin, L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, or the newly opened Le Club, helmed by Chef Christophe Bellanca. The newly open hotspots are offering an exquisite Thanksgiving prix-fixe menu for $155 including Caviar & Alaskan King Crab with crustacean jelly and celery vanilla cream, White Truffle Shaving Pumpkin “Parisian gnocchi”, Traditional Thanksgiving Turkey, Grilled Wagyu Ribcap with coffee scented parsley root “Chartreuse”, and a Pecan Millefeuille with gooseberry sorbet.
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Another restaurant that will please your French taste buds this Thanksgiving: DB Bistro Moderne is offering a $75 three course menu that will transport you. Some of their dishes include Pumpkin Soup (rosemary, croutons), Thanksgiving Turkey (roasted breast, Foie Gras stuffed leg, chestnut & sausage stuffing, pomme purée, cranberry sauce, turkey gravy), and Pumpkin Pot De Crème (dragée pepita, pâte brisée, cream cheese ice cream). Daniel Boulud’s db Bistro Moderne is a contemporary French restaurant, known for chic bistro cuisine. The menu features updated bistro classics with a modern twist and market-driven French-American cuisine, alongside traditional French specialties and seasonal dishes.
(5 Avenue A) will be open for Thanksgiving at noon and will be serving the classic Thanksgiving plate; turkey, cranberry, stuffing and all of your other favorite fixings for just $25. Parties of four or more can call ahead to enjoy their feast family style. If Thanksgiving dinner isn’t enough, swing by Boulton & Watt on Friday for a Kitchen Sink Sandwich stuffed with all your favorite leftovers! Reservations can be made by calling 646-490-6004.
(99 Park Avenue)is offering a three-course Thanksgiving menu in addition to their regular menu. Start with the first course of either Fall Squash Bisque, Burrata Toast, or Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad before enjoying the main course of Apple Cider-Brined, Slow Roasted, Turkey Breast with brown butter brioche Stuffing, gravy, maple cranberry relish, Yukon gold potato puree, and crispy brussels sprouts. Make sure you leave room for dessert because you’ll be choosing from Chocolate Cremeux or Pumpkin Croissant Bread Pudding. The dinner is only $49 ($22 for children). Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@igchospitality.com. Thanksgiving menu available here.
(30 West 30th Street) will be open on Thanksgiving from 12.p.m to 8 p.m and is serving a delicious prix-fixe Thanksgiving menu. Start with Roasted Beet Salad, Roasted Oysters, Wings, and Rings or Traditional Steak Tartare before moving on to the main course. Choose from options like a Woodfire Turker, Woodfire Pork Chop, Woodfire Roasted Branzino, Fusilli and Lamb Meatballs, or Woodfire Roasted Salmon. Guests are welcome to add sides a la carte. Finish up dinner with a choice of Raspberry Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Dipped Cheesecake Pops, or Homemade Pumpkin Pie. The dinner is available for $65 ($35 for Children) Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@igchospitality.com. Thanksgiving menu available here.
(132 West 27th Street) is offering both a Prix-Fixe three-course meal for $49 per guest ($22 for Children) and their regular menu. The venue will be open from 11:30 a.m to 11 p.m. The Prix-Fixe menu begins with a first course choice of Miso Roasted Parsnip Soup, Delicata Squash Salad or Not Nana’s Casserole. After finishing a delicious first course, guests will move on-to the main Smoked Turkey Breast Roulade stuffed with Cranberries and Brussels Sprouts, Butternut Gratin with Coconut Milk, Pablano Peppers, and Mushroom Gravy. Indulge in something sweet for dessert and choose from Pumpkin and Marshmallow Bread Pudding, Matcha Mousse, or Seasonal Sorbet. Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@igchospitality.com. Thanksgiving menu available here.
(444 Park Avenue South) is the perfect place to cozy up and enjoy cocktails with family or friends. The venue recently transformed into a ski chalet getaway overlooking Park Avenue South. The space has a ski lodge cozy feel with an elegant cocktail menu and outdoor tented area. The terrace is tented and heated so you’ll be cozy after a day of (over)eating. Mondrian Alpine Terrace by Club Med will be open Thanksgiving Day from 4 p.m- 11 p.m. Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@igchospitality.com.
(63 W 38th Street) is the perfect place to stop after the parade for a delicious cocktail. The venue will be open from 12 p.m to 8:30 p.m and will be serving plenty of booze and light bites. Sip on the Cuffing Season Frozen Cider made with Redemption Rye Whiskey, Apple Cider, Apple Pie Moonshine, lemon, and baking spices. The best part? The cocktail benefits the I Give a Sip campaign which donates a portion to a different charity each month. A great way to show thanks and give back! Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@igchospitality.com.
(64 W 39th Street) is also doing a $49 three-course Thanksgiving dinner ($22 for Children). Guests will start with the choice of Kabocha Squash Soup, Arugula Salad, or Crispy Goat Cheese Croquettes. Followed up with an amazing Apple Cider-Brined, Slow Roasted, Turkey Breast with brown butter brioche Stuffing, gravy, maple cranberry relish, Yukon gold potato puree, and crispy brussels sprouts. Nothing like finishing a delicious dinner with dessert. Choose between Pumpkin Pie Tart or a Gala Apple Strudel. Parker & Quinn will open at noon for Thanksgiving service. Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@igchospitality.com. Thanksgiving menu available here.
(38 West 36 Street) is located right off the route of the parade and will be having a “lemonade stand” for people to grab and go light bites and hot beverages starting at 9am. Once you’ve finished watching the nostalgic Balloons and enjoyed Thanksgiving fun, head back over to Trademark Taste + Grind for lunch. Lunch service will begin at 11 a.m and continue into dinner. The venue will be serving their regular menu as well as a $49 3 course menu ($22 for children). For starters, guests will have the choice of Celery Root Soup, Fall Squash Salad, or Stracciatella & Wild Mushroom Crostini before moving on to the second course. For the main choose between Cider-Brined Roasted Turkey Breast, Braised Short Rib, or Butternut Squash Risotto. Thanksgiving is a day to treat yo’ self so no skipping dessert. Guests will have a choice of Carrot Cake Au Rhum or Pumpkin Spiced Pot De Creme. Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@igchospitality.com. Thanksgiving menu available here.
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It’s no secret that there are specific signature flavors that people look forward to in their annual thanksgiving meal – from stuffing to cranberry sauce to mash potatoes, the traditional flavors of a thanksgiving feast are second to none. This Thanksgiving, serve an accompanying cocktail that enhances these beloved flavors with fresh and inventive additions, elevating the sensory experience of the meal as a whole. While you may not know what to cook for the meal, you can be the mixologist of the night with these approved cocktails.
Ingredients:
2 oz- D’USSE VSOP Cognac
1.5 oz-Chilled Café Bustelo Espresso Shot
.5 oz- Simple Syrup
1 oz- Half & Half (or Almond Milk)
Glassware: Martini
Garnish: Shaved Chocolate Ribbons
Method: Add D’USSE VSOP Cognac, Espresso, Simple Syrup and Half & Half into a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a chilled Martini glass. Garnish with chocolate shavings.
50ml (2 parts) Bombay Sapphire
15ml (½ part) MARTINI Bianco
50ml (2 parts) good quality cloudy apple juice – ‘eager’ brand recommended
20ml (¾ part) freshly squeezed lemon juice
125ml (5 parts) water
1 bar spoon orange blossom honey
3 thin slices of green apple (eg: Granny Smith)
1 cinnamon stick; 3 cloves; 1 cardamom pod – broken open
1 black tea bag (eg: Twining’s Assam)
1 orange peel twist – gently spritzed
Method: Toast the dry spices & spritzed orange peel in the bottom of a dry pan for a few seconds then add the water, honey, apple juice & apple slices. Allow to warm up to a simmer then add the Assam tea bag. Infuse for 4 minutes then gently squeeze & take the tea bag out. Add the Bombay Sapphire, MARTINI Bianco & fresh lemon juice, carefully swirl the pan to mix all the ingredients together then strain off the liquid into pre-warmed cups. Take the cinnamon stick & the 3 apple slices from the infusion & add to the cup. Finally, grate some fresh nutmeg over the drink. Enjoy!
Credit Belvedere Vodka
1oz Belvedere Vodka
1.5oz Hot Water
1oz French Fortified Wine
1oz Fresh Lemon Juice
.5oz Honey
Cinnamon Stick, Orange Wedge, Clove, Nutmeg
Method: Stir all ingredients over cubed ice in mixing glass and strain into a chilled rocks glass over a large ice cube.
Recipe:
1.5 Santa Teresa 1796
0.5 Smoky Rhubarb Amaro
0.25 Cherry Herring
1 Martini Sweet Vermouth
2 dashes of orange bitters
Method: Stir and strain into a coupe garnish with an orange peel and brandied cherry.
Ingredients
1.5 parts Grey Goose La Poire vodka
0.5 parts Disaronno liqueur
1.5 parts Sparkling Apple Cider
+ pinch of Pumpkin Pie Spice
Method: Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a martini cocktail glass.
Ingredients
3.0 oz. Chandon Brut
0.5 oz Rosemary Honey Syrup
0.5 oz. Lemon Juice
1.25 oz Ardbeg 10-Year-Old Scotch Whisky
2 Dash Celery Bitters
Method: Combine Ardbeg, lemon, and rosemary honey syrup in a shaker and add ice. Shake and strain into a coupe. Top with 3 oz. Chandon Brut. Garnish with rosemary & lemon peel.
Rosemary Honey Syrup Recipe
Ingredients:
1/2 cup Fresh Rosemary Leaves, roughly chopped
2 cups Honey, clover or other mildly flavored
1 cup Water
Method: Pour honey and water into a saucepan and place over very low heat. Add rosemary leaves and simmer, stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes, until mixture is fragrant. Remove pan from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Using a fine mesh strainer, carefully pour the honey through a sieve. Discard the rosemary leaves. Let mixture cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Transfer rosemary honey to an airtight container. Add a sprig of fresh rosemary to the honey. Store at room temperature for 24 hours, then place in the refrigerator.
Carafe Serves 6
Ingredients:
(Carafe- serves 6)
2 cups Martini & Rossi Prosecco
8 oz St-Germain French Elderflower Liqueur
1 cup cranberry-apple juice
1 cup soda water
Apple slices
Mint sprigs
Method: Add all ingredients in a shaker without ice. Dry shake then add ice and shake again. Strain into a coupe and garnish with cinnamon with mint.
15ml Agave Syrup
2 Dashes Grapefruit Bitters
1 Dash Orange Flower Water
100ml Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut
Method: Pour all the ingredients into the Moët Impérial 150th anniversary Coupe and top with Champagne. Garnish with a sprig of “Queen Anne’s Lace” (also known as “wild carrot”)
Wine can break or make a meal even with some of the best food prepared. Being able to bring together the right flavor, tannins, notes and acids can add new layers to your meal making it the best Thanksgiving meal you’ve had in years. With different appetizers or even main courses planning a pairing can be difficult, (Food & Wine Pairings To Try This Thanksgiving) but these approved bottles will find the perfect match, pleasing even the toughest of crowds.
From The Times Square EDITION's Amy Racine recommends ruet "Domaine St Vincent" Brut Rose (New Mexico) - Bubbles are a nice way to welcome guests on Thanksgiving. It's also something great to sip on to get the appetite going before the big meal.
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While Major Food Group's John Slover recommends Caduceus Cellars ’Nagual de la Naga’ (Arizona) - It is a decadently fruity red reminiscent of rich, jammy Shiraz, and would pair nicely with dark meat turkey and cranberry sauce.
To celebrate this holiday season, Chandon will be launching a limited-edition bottle (available in both standard and magnum sizes) of their signature Brut varietal. Chandon harvests under the stars each year because the cool California night protects the quality of Chandon’s grapes. The acidity and aromatic finesse of the fruits are preserved when gathered under the twinkling California sky. Chandon is bringing that magic to your home with this festive bottle to celebrate all season long. This bottle will be available from October 1st through the end of the year.
Pop the bubbly! This Blanc de Blancs is a glistening pale straw color in the glass with ribbons of fine bubbles. Aromas of green apple, lemon citrus, pear and lemon cream offer a fresh palate with fruit forward flavors, zippy acidity and a creamy finish. Made from 100% Chardonnay and gorgeously effervescent, it’s the perfect wine for toasting the season.
A Bordeaux style blend of Cabernet, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. It is a bright, full wine that leads with dark aromas of black cherry, cassis, vanilla bean and juniper berry, making way for deeper scents of sweet black cherry pie, blackcurrant and a touch of spice. This is the perfect accompaniment to a Thanksgiving or Holiday meal or alone as a host/hostess gift. (SRP: $45)
Hampton Water, the perfect rosé for all seasons and occasions, is a must-have Thanksgiving bottle. Hampton Water is slightly aged, which is atypical for rosés, allowing the body of the wine to pair perfectly with any Thanksgiving course from a cheese platter hors d’oeuvres to the main event, turkey and stuffing, and a delicious piece of cake or pie for dessert.
When that special moment arrives, this wine delivers dense, dark elegance and serious poise. Bing cherry, cassis and mocha notes are layered with flavors of caramel toffee, roasted hazelnuts and black pepper spice. A memorable bottle to open at an elevated soiree or intimate gathering.
This young and vibrant wine is celebrated as the first wine of the harvest and released each year on the third Thursday of November. Just in time for the holidays, Beaujolais Nouveau’s bright fruit flavors make it the perfect plus one. Best served with a light chill, the time-honored wine is versatile and pairs perfectly with all manner of cheese, charcuterie, roast turkey, and ham. Available starting November 21 at most wine retailers nationwide.
This perfect rich red wine is hand-harvested between March and April, Terrazas’ signature Reserva Malbec is synonymous with very intense colors, aromas of fresh fruit, flowers, and spices. This vintage is kind, aromatic and fresh. Its precise tannins provide great softness and presence in the mouth.
2018 BruceWayne’s Pinot Noir jumps off the glass with aromas of berry bramble, mulberry with hints of lilac and violet. The palate is round and generous with layers of mouth-enveloping ripe berries, rhubarb, dried cherries and equally imposing tannins.
Campo Viejo Tempranillo is fermented in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature and maceration with skins for approximately 12 days. The wine spends 4 months in American oak casks before rounding off its aging in the bottle. The result is a cherry red color, suggestive of a vibrant Tempranillo wine. It’s rich aromas have a pronounced intensity with an initial scent of ripe fruit followed by gentled sweet notes of vanilla and spices. It is perfumed, soft and fresh with a long finish with notes of suits, vanilla and cocoa.
100% Rkatsiteli, literally "red stem" is made using Georgian traditional wine making method. Using a qvevri, a clay, egg shaped vessel buried under ground. This “orange wine” (referring to its amber color as a result of prolonged skin contact) acquires a full body texture and drinks more like a red. Bouquet of dried healing herbs and honey on the nose walnut notes on the finish. Food pairing: mediterranean style chicken or pork.
Subtle nose of red fruits, a hint of milk chocolate and a touch of parsley. On the palate intense plums, strawberries and briar rush across the palate. As the wine opens up, blueberry notes become evident. The tight acidity helps maintain the structure of the wines which balanced against moderate tannins drive the finish. Pure, well rounded and delicious.
Crushed gently and dropped into 1.5 ton bins, cold soaked 24 to 48 hours, then inoculated with a variety of yeasts, handpunched and pressed directly to barrel, where the wine finishes both primary and secondary fermentation. Only after one year in barrel do the individual lots of wine that compose the Firehouse Red get blended.
Aromas of dried cherry and graham cracker pie crust that waft from the glass. On the palate, flavors of blueberry, cranberry and dried oregano are followed by nicely integrated oak and mellow tannins.
A blend of two Chardonnay blocks from our Pastorale Vineyard with a focus on heritage clone Maro, clone 76, Old Calera, New Calera, Montra and Mt. Eden. Grapes were whole cluster pressed cold and barrel fermented slowly over several months, followed by malolactic fermentation. Barrels were stirred as needed, resulting in a focused, concentrated, richly textured wine.
The 2017 Pastorale Vineyard Chardonnay boasts delicate aromas of citrus blossom and gardenias met by Meyer lemon and tangy spices, making for a richly round and vibrant wine with touches of vanilla and toasted brioche in the lingering finish.
A singular Pinot Noir expression from our Pastorale Vineyard highlights select blocks planted to clone 777, Calera and Swan. Clusters were hand-sorted in order to separate the best for whole cluster fermentation. The 2016 vintage was 24% whole cluster fermented, adding spice, texture and structure, and 25% of the grapes were then selected for fermentation in oak-top fermenters, lending a rich, round mouth feel to the finished blend. Gentle punch downs were performed during fermentation until a desired taste and texture was achieved in each tank.
This latest release highlights juicy raspberry and savory spices with well-integrated tannin structure and inviting cranberry, clove and candied orange peel notes. Fresh and focused with a lingering red fruit and dried sage finish.
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Before reaching for another bottle of pinot grigio, try serving a better version of the same grape from Oregon. Pinot Gris is a descendant of pinot noir and is a perfect white wine to balance your Thanksgiving meal – no matter how many helpings of mac and cheese or spinach mornay you put on your plate.
Notes: Fragrant white flowers, nectarine, melons with a hint of Key lime lay the aromatic path to this wine. Pleasing plushness bolstered by engaging natural acidity combine to support lush flavors of banana, melon and apricot finishing on a long, clean and clear high note.
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Read MoreAre you looking for the perfect wine for a certain kind of person or an event but you aren’t quite sure what to get? Well, we got you covered with our list of all different kinds of wines that you could buy for that event you have to go to or for someone you aren’t quite sure what to buy them. Our list of wines are perfect for the fall time and can be enjoyed by all types of people even those who say they don’t really like wine.
A significant wine, the color is a saturated ruby purple and the wine exhibits plenty of new saddle leather, crème de cassis, blackberry, truffle, charcoal and earth followed by a full-bodied, super-concentrated, layered mouthfeel that goes on for a good 45 to 50 seconds.” 95 Points, Robert Parker,The Wine Advocate
Lapostolle is one of the most dynamic and influential wine producers in Chile. The Cuvée Alexandre range is named for founder Alexandra Lapostolle-Marnier’s great grandfather (who created Grand Marnier), and is entirely sourced from their own vineyards. This wine offers expressive aromas of red and black fruit such as maqui berry and spices such as red pepper, vanilla and dill. It’s ideal for rich dishes, such as a four-cheese pasta with truffles.
In between holiday parties and big family meals, it’s nice to have a bottle for intimate moments, like decorating the tree or baking fresh cookies. Erath’s Oregon Pinot Noir is the perfect wine for anyone.
Ao Yun, the first wine estate in the Himalayas introduces its voluptuous and spicy third vintage, Ao Yun 2015. Born from the pioneering spirit and tradition of Moët Hennessy, this multi-layered and complex Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc blend is their most extraordinary vintage yet. Born from a dream beginning 10 years ago, Ao Yun is the premiere luxury wine from China, created in a previously unexplored terroir in the Yunnan province. 2015 was their warmest and driest year yet with the 2015 vintage revealing notes of cold chimenea, Mysore sandalwood, Dhofar incense, and crushed strawberries.
The Yalumba Y Series represents a collection of iconic classics and exciting new varietals. The Shiraz Viognier of this series displays luscious aromas of blueberry, vanilla bean and violets. The Shiraz grapes were carefully selected to ensure the perfume and aromatic profile compliment the fragrance of Viognier. The soft tannins and dark chocolate finish balance each other perfectly to show the beautiful synergy between the two grape varieties. Can be enjoyed with a variety of dishes such as slow roasted Turkish lamb and potatoes or stuffed eggplants.
Offering sweet lime and mandarin orange aromas, this Riesling is easy to match with a variety of foods – so no matter how many sides you put on your plate, this wine will pair perfectly.
Offering melon and cantaloupe aromas with good acidity and a lighter softer tannin on the finish due to less time on the skins, this Rkatsiteli-Mtsvane is the wine to explore those food and wine combinations.
If you need a gift that will impress, INSTRINSIC has you covered as the ultimate holiday present. This wine is every bit as delicious as the bottle is beautiful and features a rustic, yet silky texture. Whether it’s for your new beau or boss, this wine is sure to grab attention this holiday season.
Offering an acidic, balanced white wine with spicy and floral notes in the aroma, this Rkatsiteli is perfect for simple dishes, different kinds of cheese, dishes with potatoes, salads, and meat. This is amber wine but the fermentation is done in a steel tank, rather than in a qvevri: so, you get the grip of skins, but with some of the freshness that tank wines are known for.
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Ten Hope, a new Mediterranean-inspired restaurant with Top Chef winner and consulting chef Harold Dieterle in the kitchen, is now open for business at 10 Hope Street in Williamsburg.
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Read MoreEveryone’s favorite time of year is right around the corner and all things spooky and scary are beginning to pop up again. For this Halloween a brand new company, Prayers of Sinners & Saints, just came out with two wine varietals that will bring out the sinner or saint in all of us this Halloween.
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Read MoreWhere to eat with a view
Read MoreNew York has sports bars for everyone, Giants fans to Cowboys fans and everything in between. While finding the right one can be tricky we list our favorites with souther charm, TV's and for those who want an arcade to in between commercials.
Printers Alley, a bit of Southern charm brought to New York City. With 3 projectors, 2 bars, and 20 TV screens, this is the laid-back place to watch the game.. Enjoy the game with Southern classics like pulled pork, collard greens, and fried chicken. Plus, they have 2 kinds of slushies, 12 cocktails, and a selection of beers.
Stout is located in midtown, a central location in the heart of Manhattan right by Madison Square Garden. Hailed as New York’s largest Irish pub at three stories, their menu includes over 150 bottled beers, 25 drafts and more than 65 Irish whiskies. As there are 36 TVs in the pub, there are 36 ways to enjoy the game.
With Billiards, Ping-Pong, Darts, Vintage Arcades, Foosball, and Hoops, Breaks Bar & Billiards is a playground made for adults. But don’t let the games distract you from the 16 TV screens, 2 projectors, and a 55-foot long bar. With over 18 beers on tap and a classic American menu, you’ll almost never want to leave.
A soccer-centric pub, Woodwork constantly has futball on at practically all hours when the pub is open. Their website has all the matches for the day, so no one can second guess who’s playing and when. If there’s a match that someone wants to watch but is not on the pub’s schedule, people can call ahead to request it. Bonus: during happy hour, drafts and wells are $4 from 4-7pm from Monday to Friday.
Last one ‘standing’ is Standings, a favorite Irish Pub by many who claim it to be the classic sports bar. Despite its small size, the 8 TVs could practically be seen from everywhere. They have happy hour 5-7pm Monday - Friday and free pizza on Friday! Granted, you’d probably be bumping elbows with the next two people on either side of you, but you’ll bask in the glory of the comradery that only sports can bring!
Drinks to try all weekend long
Read MoreThe last unofficial weekend of Summer has lots to do as we enter Labor Day. Perhaps it’s your last chance going to The Hamptons, a trip to the US Open. or just getting ready for Fashion Week, leaves the weekend full of excitement. If you happen to be stuck in the city and looking for somewhere to eat, look no further as we gathered 5 of the best specials to try out this weekend. Try one, or try them all!
photo credit Jenna Murray/IGC Hospitality)
Labor Day Weekend is your last chance to indulge in The Wilson’s Summer Staycation menu. Available Saturday and Sunday, the Staycation Menu includes summer specials like the Surf & Turf ($44), Lobster Roll ($23) or the Lobster Boil ($35). Wash it down with a $35 Bucket of Beers or $50 Carafe of Rosé. Need a Monday morning brunch to cure the weekend’s hangover?
The Wilson will be running the weekend brunch menu into Monday from 11 a.m to 3 p.m. Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@igchospitality.com.
Rosé Terrace is celebrating Labor Day with Bottomless Rosé all weekend long. Yes Way Rosé! Enjoy a live DJ while sipping unlimited Rosé. Soak up the last of the summer sun on the terrace. The event will run all weekend Friday-Monday. There are two, two-hour sessions on Friday and Saturday; Sunday and Monday each have one, two-hour session. Tickets include bottomless still and sparkling rosé, Live DJ, and an exclusive taste of "la vie en rose" for just $59.
Additional details and tickets can be found here.
Labor Day Weekend is better known as “Lobster Day Weekend” at Parker & Quinn.Celebrate the long weekend with a quintessential Lobster Boil ($35) that includes a whole Lobster, corn, heirloom petite potatoes, chorizo and can of Montauk Beer.
This special will run all weekend from Friday-Monday, so come by once, twice, or every day! Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@igchospitality.com.
In celebration of the long weekend, Boulton & Watt is adding an extra day to their signature brunch service. Swing by the Lower East Side watering hole on Saturday, Sunday, or Monday to indulge in outdoor seating, $7 brunch cocktails, and that perfect blend of breakfast and lunch.
Doors open Saturday and Sunday at 10am, Monday at noon. For reservations call 646-490-6004
The best part of a three-day weekend is that rare Sunday party. Refinery Rooftop is pairing al fresco day drinking with a live DJ from 3 p.m- 8 p.m on Sunday. To help ease that Monday hangover, Refinery Rooftop will open at noon, serving light bites, brunch, and more DJ beats.
Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@igchospitality.com.
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