Dec
7
Sat
December Staff Picks Wine Tasting
Dec 7 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join us for our popular monthly “Staff Picks” series, where we choose 12 of our current favorite wines to share, 6 tasted on Saturday and 6 on Sunday, specially chosen to pair well with seasonal dishes and that present good value for the price. Save 10% on any purchases, or put together a mixed-or-matched case of 12 bottles for a 20% discount.

 

WINES TO TASTE SATURDAY 2-6pm

Villa Jolanda Spumante Extra Dry Prosecco, Italy (Andres)

The perfect party wine, this Prosecco is a light golden color and rich with aromas of flowers and orchard fruits, effusive with fine celebratory bubbles.  Made from the Glera grape, the wine is produced using the Charmat method of natural fermentation. Serve chilled as an aperitif, or with a wide variety of appetizers.

Regular Price: $13.99

Mills Club Price: $12.59
Case Price: $11.19

 

Joseph Burrier Chateau de Beauregard 2016 Pouilly-Fuissè, France (Tim)

Try this beautiful Chardonnay from Pouilly-Fuissè, a collection of communes in the southern Maconnais of Burgundy.  Exhibiting ripe apple, lemon, cream and brioche flavors, this full-bodied white is kissed by a deft touch of vanilla and toast from partial barrel aging but maintains verve and freshness! Enjoy with pan seared fish or bouillabaisse, or lobster. Rated 90pts by Decanter.

Regular Price: $39.99

Sale Price: $29.99

 

Cavallotto 2017 Freisa, Langhe, Italy (Natasha)

The fourth generation of the Cavallotto family is currently working the estate, perched on top of the famed Bricco Boschis cru of Barolo. Made from the Freisa varietal, this shows pretty red fruit, flowers and spice notes. Aged one year in Slavonian oak and exhibiting tannins and great acid, this would be fantastic with a plate of lasagna or pasta with Bolognese sauce. ORGANIC

Regular Price: $26.99

Mills Club Price: $24.29
Case Price: $21.59

 

Chateau de Micouleau 2016 Bordeaux, France (Andrew)

This simple table wine made from 100% Merlot from the Bordeaux region of France serves up loads of satisfying and dignified fruit notes ranging from black cherry to purple plum. The lingering finish would compliment everything from lamb chops to meatballs.

Regular Price: $10.00

Mills Club Price: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00

 

Miguel Torres Cordillera de los Andes 2016 Carmenère Reserva Especial, Cachapoal Valley, Chile (Pat)

This bold, full-bodied red shows off the flavors typical of a reserve Carmenère, forest fruits, eucalyptus and leather, with additional notes of clove and black pepper. Aged for 12 months in French oak (30% new), this would nicely pair with roasted lamb or beef dishes.

Regular Price: $24.99

Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99

 

Domaine des Tourelles 2016 Red, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon(Geoff)

The Domaine des Tourelles estate was founded in 1868 by Frenchman Francois-Eugene Brun but political turmoil ceased all wine production for many years. This wine, crafted from 40% Syrah, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cinsault and 5% Carignan aged in French oak for 18 months exudes ripe dark fruit and a fresh, juicy core that will complement spicy chili or beef stew.

Regular Price: $13.99

Mills Club Price: $12.59
Case Price: $11.19

 

WINES TASTED SUNDAY 1-4pm

Cambria 2017 Katherine’s Vineyard Chardonnay, California (Pat)

Ripe peach and citrus fruit notes grace this minerally, Burgundian-styled Chardonnay which earned the #61 spot on Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2018. Enjoy with cream of crab soup or roasted chicken and buttery mashed potatoes.

Regular Price: $19.99

Mills Club Price: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99

 

Nik Weis 2015 Alte Riben Riesling, Mosel, Germany (Jen & Jerry)

A whisper of sweetness accompanies this off-dry Kabinett Riesling, with good acidity; tangerine and lemon-lime notes delight the palate. Nik Weis, the third generation of his family at this Mosel estate notes that the extreme steep slopes, slate soils, and old vines (alte reben) make the difference in this complex and interesting Riesling. Enjoy with sushi or pork chops topped with sautéed apples and onions!

Regular $21.99

Mills Club Price: $19.79
Case Price: $17.59

 

Domaine de Gris 2018 St. Vincent Cotes du Rhone (Geoffrey)

Established in 1858, Marques de Riscal is one of Rioja’s oldest wineries. Made from 100% Tempranillo, this medium-bodied red shows aromas of red cherries and strawberries while the palate displays ripe fruit with a touch of toasty oak on the finish.

Regular Price $17.99

Mills Club $16.19

Case Price $14.39

 

Dashe 2017 Zinfandel Vineyard Select, California (Tim)

You’ll love this lush, juicy, rich and mouth filling red made from 80% Zinfandel, 9% Teraldego, 5% Tannat, 3% Mourvedre, 3% Petite Sirah aged 14 months in French oak.  The aromatics are fragrant with black cherry, raspberry and pomegranate while flavors of black cherry and pomegranate are balanced by black pepper and clove delight the palate. This is a great match for Korean short ribs or barbecue chicken.

Regular Price: $26.99

Mills Club Price: $24.29
Case Price: $21.59

 

Pedroncelli 2015 Dry Creek Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, California (Aron)

John Pedroncelli first purchased vineyards in Dry Creek Valley in 1927, and the family still runs the estate today. This vibrant red comprised from 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, 3% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec spends 16 months aging in a combination of French and American oak.  Sporting plum, cherry and blackberry notes, and a spicy, toasty finish, it will pair nicely with steaks, braised meats, or aged cheeses.

Regular Price: $19.99

Mills Club Price: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99

 

Bruno Verdi 2018 Sangue di Giuda “Paradiso” (Jen & Jerry)

This unique and delicious red made from 65% Croatina, 20% Uva Rara, and 15% Barbera is slightly effervescent and sweet with 9g/L residual sugar. The Sangue di Giuda (“Judas’ Blood”) can only be made from vines planted in Oltrepo Pavese within the Lombardy region where clay/limestone soils are prevalent. Serve chilled with cheese and charcuterie, or as an excellent accompaniment to fruit pies.

Regular Price: $22.99

Mills Club Price: $20.69
Case Price: $18.39

 

McClintock Distilling
Dec 7 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Dec
8
Sun
December Staff Picks Wine Tasting, Part II
Dec 8 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Join us for our popular monthly “Staff Picks” series, where we choose 12 of our current favorite wines to share, 6 tasted on Saturday and 6 on Sunday, specially chosen to pair well with seasonal dishes and that present good value for the price. Save 10% on any purchases, or put together a mixed-or-matched case of 12 bottles for a 20% discount.

 

WINES TASTED SUNDAY 1-4pm

Cambria 2017 Katherine’s Vineyard Chardonnay, California (Pat)

Ripe peach and citrus fruit notes grace this minerally, Burgundian-styled Chardonnay which earned the #61 spot on Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2018. Enjoy with cream of crab soup or roasted chicken and buttery mashed potatoes.

Regular Price: $19.99

Mills Club Price: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99

 

Nik Weis 2015 Alte Riben Riesling, Mosel, Germany (Jen & Jerry)

A whisper of sweetness accompanies this off-dry Kabinett Riesling, with good acidity; tangerine and lemon-lime notes delight the palate. Nik Weis, the third generation of his family at this Mosel estate notes that the extreme steep slopes, slate soils, and old vines (alte reben) make the difference in this complex and interesting Riesling. Enjoy with sushi or pork chops topped with sautéed apples and onions!

Regular $21.99

Mills Club Price: $19.79
Case Price: $17.59

 

Domaine de Gris 2018 St. Vincent Cotes du Rhone (Geoffrey)

Established in 1858, Marques de Riscal is one of Rioja’s oldest wineries. Made from 100% Tempranillo, this medium-bodied red shows aromas of red cherries and strawberries while the palate displays ripe fruit with a touch of toasty oak on the finish.

Regular Price $17.99

Mills Club $16.19

Case Price $14.39

 

Dashe 2017 Zinfandel Vineyard Select, California (Tim)

You’ll love this lush, juicy, rich and mouth filling red made from 80% Zinfandel, 9% Teraldego, 5% Tannat, 3% Mourvedre, 3% Petite Sirah aged 14 months in French oak.  The aromatics are fragrant with black cherry, raspberry and pomegranate while flavors of black cherry and pomegranate are balanced by black pepper and clove delight the palate. This is a great match for Korean short ribs or barbecue chicken.

Regular Price: $26.99

Mills Club Price: $24.29
Case Price: $21.59

 

Pedroncelli 2015 Dry Creek Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, California (Aron)

John Pedroncelli first purchased vineyards in Dry Creek Valley in 1927, and the family still runs the estate today. This vibrant red comprised from 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, 3% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec spends 16 months aging in a combination of French and American oak.  Sporting plum, cherry and blackberry notes, and a spicy, toasty finish, it will pair nicely with steaks, braised meats, or aged cheeses.

Regular Price: $19.99

Mills Club Price: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99

 

Bruno Verdi 2018 Sangue di Giuda “Paradiso” (Jen & Jerry)

This unique and delicious red made from 65% Croatina, 20% Uva Rara, and 15% Barbera is slightly effervescent and sweet with 9g/L residual sugar. The Sangue di Giuda (“Judas’ Blood”) can only be made from vines planted in Oltrepo Pavese within the Lombardy region where clay/limestone soils are prevalent. Serve chilled with cheese and charcuterie, or as an excellent accompaniment to fruit pies.

Regular Price: $22.99

Mills Club Price: $20.69
Case Price: $18.39

 

Dec
14
Sat
Perfect Gift Wine Tasting
Dec 14 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

 

 

 

 

Dec
21
Sat
Christmas Dinner Wine Tasting
Dec 21 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

 

 

 

 

Jan
3
Fri
Resolution Breaker Beer Tasting
Jan 3 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Try Union’s Rye Baby IPA and Snow Pants Oatmeal Stout, as well as two releases from Founder’s; a Limited Release KBS Espresso (Bourbon-barrell aged Chocolate Coffee Stout) and their Limited Release CBS (Canadian Breakfast Stout).

Jan
4
Sat
January Staff Picks Wine Tasting
Jan 4 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join us for our popular monthly “Staff Picks” series, where we choose 12 of our current favorite wines to share, 6 tasted on Saturday and 6 on Sunday, specially chosen to pair well with seasonal dishes and that present good value for the price. Save 10% on any purchases, or put together a mixed-or-matched case of 12 bottles for a 20% discount.

 

WINES TO TASTE SATURDAY 2-6pm

Naverran 2017 Rosè Cava, Penedes, Spain(Pat)

Made from 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Parellada, this is an estate-grown, vintage Cava that spends 18 months aging on the lees after fermentation, resulting in a deeper, more complex Sparkling wine. The Naverran family has been farming this property since 1901, located a few miles south of Barcelona. Zesty, fresh and aromatic, this citrusy Cava serves as a great aperitif, or to pair with soft cheeses or chicken or pork dishes.

Regular Price: $15.99

Mills Club Price: $14.39
Case Price: $12.79

 

Lexicon 2018 Chardonnay, Swartland, South Africa (Andrew)

From Swartland, this affordable 100% Chardonnay is made by importer Fran Kysela.  Rich and full-bodied, this features aromas of ripe apples, limes and pears all enhanced by subtle and well-integrated oak from 3-6 months of French oak aging. Try with cream of crab soup, spaghetti with carbonara sauce, or seared scallops.

Regular Price: $10.00

Mills Club Price: $9.00

Case Price $8.00

 

Tegernseerhof 2018 Federspiel Riesling, Austria (Tim)

Martin Mittelbach is the winemaker at this ancient estate overlooking the Danube River in the Wachau region of Austria. Benedictine monks first built the original facilities in 1176, and it’s where the Tegernsee Abbey produced their wine thousands of years ago. The vines are planted to stone terraces, which lend a nice minerality to the wine balanced by ripe apple notes and a dry finish. Enjoy this vivacious Riesling with sushi or spicy Thai or Mexican fare.

Regular Price: $19.99

Mills Club Price: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99

 

Margarett’s Vineyard 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon, California (Jen & Jerry)

The grandson of John and Margarett Parducci of McNab Ridge Winery, Rich Parducci, makes Margarett’s Vineyard wines at his small winery in Mendocino County, the name a nod to Grandma. This pretty Cabernet Sauvignon (with 3% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petite Verdot added to the blend) features dark chocolate, blackberry and raspberry aromas, and vanilla spice and mild toasty oak on the palate.  Enjoy with beef stroganoff, or meatloaf.

Regular Price: $14.99

Mills Club Price: $13.49
Case Price: $11.99

 

St. Damien “La Bouveau” 2016 Cotes du Rhone, France (Aron)

Domaine St Damien is consistently our favorite Gigondas producer, named for a Christian saint martyred in 287 AD. This bottling is one of their Cotes-du-Rhone, made from 80% Syrah, 15% Cinsault and 5% Viognier, aged in concrete tanks. The wine is medium-bodied, with lots of fruit notes featuring blackberries and violets, finishing with spicy peppery herbs. Drink this wine with a classic oven-roasted chicken. ORGANIC

Regular Price: $18.99

Mills Club Price: $17.09
Case Price: $15.19

 

Domaine La Tour Vielle 2017 Banyuls “Rimage”(Andres)

This beguiling dessert wine is made from 90% Grenache and 10% Carignan planted to schist soils by Vincent Cantiè and Christine Campadieu, a couple who grew up in the seaport towns of Collioure and Banyuls, just north of the Spanish border. The wine is made when the fermentation is stopped by the addition of distilled spirits, making a sweet and fruity wine with a heady 16% alcohol level, perfect as a digestif or alongside a decadently rich chocolate dessert

Regular Price: $28.99/500ml bottle

Mills Club Price: $26.09
Case Price: $23.19

 

WINES TASTED SUNDAY 1-4pm

Fouchet 2018 Muscadet Sevre & Maine l’Augellerie, Loire Valley, France (Jen & Jerry)

Thinking of seafood tonight? Consider a bottle of Muscadet, one of the best values from the Loire Valley. Muscadet is made from the Melon de Bourgogne grape and has long been produced as flavorless bulk white wine.  However this nearly bone-dry bottling is bright with citrusy acidity and grounded with a stony minerality, and will work wonderfully with mussels, oysters, scallops or shrimp!

Regular Price: $12.99

Mills Club Price: $11.69
Case Price: $10.39

 

The Royal 2019 Chenin Blanc, Swartland, South Africa (Andres)

Uncomplicated yet delicious, this every day wine offers up lots of guava, melon and gooseberry fruit notes and fresh, crisp acidity.  This would be a nice pairing with the slimming salads of January; try with mixed greens topped with poached chicken, apples and walnuts dressed with a tangy vinaigrette.

Regular $10.00

Mills Club Price: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00

 

Buena Vista 2017 Chardonnay, Carneros, California (Aron)

With a history dating back to 1857, this winery has a colorful past, most recently falling under the guidance of Jean-Charles Boisset.  Cold winter evenings would benefit from a glass of this full-bodied, lush and round Chardonnay, rich with apple, pear and baked pineapple notes. Barrel fermentation followed by 12 months aging in French and Hungarian oak make for a toasty, nutty finish which will stand up to hearty roasted chicken, creamy soups, or lobster.

Regular Price $29.99

Mills Club $26.99

Case Price $23.99

 

Tommasi Poggio al Tufo 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, Tuscany, Italy (Pat)

We’ve found Tommasi wines typically represent great value for the money, including this Cabernet Sauvignon, which features brooding blackberry and black currant notes and a pleasing toasted spice. Pair with Beef Braciole, Lasagna Bolognese, or simple spaghetti with meatballs.  Rated 91pts Wine Spectator.

Regular Price: $16.99

Mills Club Price: $15.29
Case Price: $13.59

 

Des Trois Moulin 2017 Cotes du Bourg, Bordeaux, France (Andrew)

The Cotes du Bourg appellation of Bordeaux surrounds the town of Bourg-sur-Gironde, where Romans planted the first vineyards.  Winemaker Alain Faure is the sixth generation of his family to be making wine at this property, where his two daughters work alongside him. Made from 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, this shows pretty cherry and raspberry notes and a round, elegant finish, making it ideal to pair with charcuterie, lamb or braised beef dishes.

Regular Price: $11.99

Mills Club Price: $10.79
Case Price: $9.59

 

Alain Jaume 2016 La Butte d’Or St Joseph, France (Tim)

This red is made from 100% Syrah planted to granite and marl soils on hillsides facing southeast in the St. Joseph appellation of Northern Rhone. St-Joseph wines were favored by Louis XII (1498-1515), who owned a vineyard there called Clos de Touron.  St. Joseph and Northern Rhone in general has a continental climate with cold wet winters marked by mistral winds, as opposed to the Mediterranean climate in the better-known Southern Rhone region. The nose on this red shows pepper and jammy red fruits, while the palate is full-bodied and intense with medium tannins and a long finish. Try with hearty comfort foods such as beef stew or leg of lamb.

Regular Price: $29.99

Mills Club Price: $26.99
Case Price: $23.99

 

Jan
5
Sun
January Staff Picks Wine Tasting, Part II
Jan 5 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Join us for our popular monthly “Staff Picks” series, where we choose 12 of our current favorite wines to share, 6 tasted on Saturday and 6 on Sunday, specially chosen to pair well with seasonal dishes and that present good value for the price. Save 10% on any purchases, or put together a mixed-or-matched case of 12 bottles for a 20% discount.

 

Fouchet 2018 Muscadet Sevre & Maine l’Augellerie, Loire Valley, France (Jen & Jerry)

Thinking of seafood tonight? Consider a bottle of Muscadet, one of the best values from the Loire Valley. Muscadet is made from the Melon de Bourgogne grape and has long been produced as flavorless bulk white wine.  However this nearly bone-dry bottling is bright with citrusy acidity and grounded with a stony minerality, and will work wonderfully with mussels, oysters, scallops or shrimp!

Regular Price: $12.99

Mills Club Price: $11.69
Case Price: $10.39

 

The Royal 2019 Chenin Blanc, Swartland, South Africa (Andres)

Uncomplicated yet delicious, this every day wine offers up lots of guava, melon and gooseberry fruit notes and fresh, crisp acidity.  This would be a nice pairing with the slimming salads of January; try with mixed greens topped with poached chicken, apples and walnuts dressed with a tangy vinaigrette.

Regular $10.00

Mills Club Price: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00

 

Buena Vista 2017 Chardonnay, Carneros, California (Aron)

With a history dating back to 1857, this winery has a colorful past, most recently falling under the guidance of Jean-Charles Boisset.  Cold winter evenings would benefit from a glass of this full-bodied, lush and round Chardonnay, rich with apple, pear and baked pineapple notes. Barrel fermentation followed by 12 months aging in French and Hungarian oak make for a toasty, nutty finish which will stand up to hearty roasted chicken, creamy soups, or lobster.

Regular Price $29.99

Mills Club $26.99

Case Price $23.99

 

Tommasi Poggio al Tufo 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, Tuscany, Italy (Pat)

We’ve found Tommasi wines typically represent great value for the money, including this Cabernet Sauvignon, which features brooding blackberry and black currant notes and a pleasing toasted spice. Pair with Beef Braciole, Lasagna Bolognese, or simple spaghetti with meatballs.  Rated 91pts Wine Spectator.

Regular Price: $16.99

Mills Club Price: $15.29
Case Price: $13.59

 

Des Trois Moulin 2017 Cotes du Bourg, Bordeaux, France (Andrew)

The Cotes du Bourg appellation of Bordeaux surrounds the town of Bourg-sur-Gironde, where Romans planted the first vineyards. Winemaker Alain Faure is the sixth generation of his family to be making wine at this property, where his two daughters work alongside him. Made from 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, this shows pretty cherry and raspberry notes and a round, elegant finish, making it ideal to pair with charcuterie, lamb or braised beef dishes.

Regular Price: $11.99

Mills Club Price: $10.79
Case Price: $9.59

 

Alain Jaume 2016 La Butte d’Or St Joseph, France (Tim)

This red is made from 100% Syrah planted to granite and marl soils on hillsides facing southeast in the St. Joseph appellation of Northern Rhone.  St-Joseph wines were favored by Louis XII (1498-1515), who owned a vineyard there called Clos de Touron.  St. Joseph and Northern Rhone in general has a continental climate with cold wet winters marked by mistral winds, as opposed to the Mediterranean climate in the better-known Southern Rhone region. The nose on this red shows pepper and jammy red fruits, while the palate is full-bodied and intense with medium tannins and a long finish. Try with hearty comfort foods such as beef stew or leg of lamb.

Regular Price: $29.99

Mills Club Price: $26.99
Case Price: $23.99

 

Jan
10
Fri
Full Moon Beer Tasting
Jan 10 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

A Wolfmoon, or the first full moon of the year will occur on January 10th, and what better reason to hold a lunar beer tasting?

Jan
11
Sat
Bold, Beefy Wines for Winter
Jan 11 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Try bold wines sure to match the beefy meals on your January tables.

Jan
17
Fri
New Year, New Beer
Jan 17 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Try some hot new arrivals from favorite Bell’s as well as top local breweries!

Jan
18
Sat
Clean Wine Tasting
Jan 18 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Start 2020 off right by incorporating some of our favorite organic and biodynamic wines at Mills, better for your body and the planet!