tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889Thu, 24 Dec 2009 05:08:48 +0000we conspire to bring you a careful selection of affordable wines from all over the world. yes, we can help you enjoy them with whatever you're having for dinner. we conduct tastings and classes and would be happy to put on a private event for you.http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (girinero)Blogger81125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-786082859383786995Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:37:00 +00002009-12-07T21:08:05.769-05:00everyday winesMonahan's SeafoodDurham's TracklementsUpdated 12/7. Champagne and Oysters! Wednesday, December 9th, 6:30-8:30pm. Oysters from Monahan's Seafood, smoked fish from Durham's Tracklements, and of course, bubblies from Everyday Wines. Tickets are $35 and need to be purchased in advance. Call 734.827.WINE (we take Visa, MC, Amex and Discover) or of course, we'd love to have you stop by the store. The event will be in the SH\aut\ event http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/12/december-tasting-events.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-2139335960087172872Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:30:00 +00002009-11-17T08:57:05.512-05:00thanksgiving wineseveryday wines bagsOur annual Turkey Wall is up and running.16 wines specifically chosen to meet any curve Thanksgiving throws your way. Eight reds, eight whites, a couple of Michigan wines, and half of them under $15 with the other half under $25.Whether you're doing the traditional spread or making up your own rules, we're ready to put the perfect bottle in your hands.http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/11/turkey-wall.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-8248771578584722259Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:45:00 +00002009-11-16T13:34:52.669-05:00Domaine La Bastide Syrah 2007Lurton Pinot GrigioGiocato Pinot Grigio 2008Villa PozziSegura CavaCastano MonastrellWe've picked six wines, each an incredible value, to help you get the absolute most out of your holiday season.These crowd-pleasers are definitely easy on the budget, and we chose them just for you (hope that doesn't seem too forward).Then, to boot, we're offering 10% off six (one of each) and 15% off a case (two of each).Villa Pozzi Nero D'Avola 2008. This wine is our go-to crowd pleaser. A Nerohttp://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/11/holiday-party-pack-special.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-4268917571533178499Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:40:00 +00002009-11-07T10:38:27.405-05:00everyday winesRenato RattiBrophy Clark GSMDomaine Monpertuis CounoiseCan Feixes Blanc Selecco Penedes 2008MulderboschThis hand-selected collection of wines is specifically chosen for holiday gift giving and entertaining.Grab a six pack (one of each) and you'll get 10% off. Pick up a case (two of each), and we'll make it 15% off.Cuvee des Ardoises Fitou 2004Brophy Clark Santa Barbara County GSMRenato Ratti Ochetti Nebbiolo D'Alba 2007Domaine Monpertuis Cuvee Counoise 2006Can Feixes Penedes 2008Mulderbosch http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/11/holiday-giftentertainment-pack-special.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-3794577916725221409Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:25:00 +00002009-10-23T14:05:11.628-04:00Portuguese red winesQuinta do Coa2006 Altano from Symington Family Estates2005 Quinta dos Aciprestes from Real Companhia VelhaDouroApparently the New York Times is monitoring our selections.The Times had a nice write-up on emerging Portuguese red wines from Douro, and a handful of these great value wines are already firmly planted on our shelves.2006 Altano from Symington Family Estates. Plummy, dark cherry, with cocoa notes. This does need a bit of air but it's worth the wait at $9.Quinta do Coa. We've had a soft spot http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/10/oh-douro.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-9179999807732455776Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:25:00 +00002009-10-15T15:08:22.890-04:00everyday wineseveryday wines bagsChateau Des AnnibalsWe've managed to get our hands on more of the elusive Chateau Des Annibals Ro <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/10/its-baaaa-aaaack.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-7623982239169395101Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:25:00 +00002009-09-28T10:51:05.230-04:00Land and Reed Cabernet Franc 2007everyday winesExcelsior Shiraz 2006Excelsior Shiraz 2006. Dark fruit, smoked meat, and a little bit of good stink. Quite a bit of complexity for a mere $10. Great for the cool weather coming our way. Think hearty autumn stews.Lang & Reed Cabernet Franc '07. Owners John & Tracy Skupny have produced a lovely example of California Cabernet Franc. Hailing from the higher elevations of Lake County, this Cab Franc has bright cherry http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/09/couple-new-faces.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-459696511677096773Fri, 18 Sep 2009 13:30:00 +00002009-09-18T09:32:36.968-04:00Kosher wines are now in for the holidays.http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/09/to-life.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-3604727839806191217Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:40:00 +00002009-09-16T09:50:41.454-04:00Model Deveryday winesWestin Book CadillacDetroit DrinksPutnam WeekleyGleanersEl BarzonModel D talks about the Detroit Food Scene with Putnam Weekley. Great overview.http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/09/putnam-weekley-in-model-d.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-2220119175084439023Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:28:00 +00002009-09-15T13:32:14.722-04:00Ann Arbor Arts Centerwine classesThe next two wine classes are filling up.Exploring The Loire Valley - Thursday, September 17 - 6:30-8:30 pmandWine & Cheese Pairing Class - Thursday, September 24 - 6:30-8:30 pmFor complete descriptions, click here.For registration information, click here.http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/09/just-reminder.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-6704755187169309671Thu, 10 Sep 2009 21:14:00 +00002009-09-10T17:40:48.902-04:00Ozone HouseGrowing HopeKerrytown Market and ShopsSome upcoming events to raise proceeds for some very worthy local organizations.Growing Hope -- the awesome Washtenaw County non-profit organization dedicated to helping people improve their lives and communities through gardening and healthy food access -- will be hosting their 5th annual Hope's Harvest Benefit Dinner on September 20th.Savor the creations of featured local chefs and farmers, http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/09/more-than-worthy.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-4467405489123943196Fri, 04 Sep 2009 14:47:00 +00002009-09-04T13:33:09.509-04:00Domaine La Bastide Syrah 2007Giocato Pinot Grigio 2008Can Feixes Blanc Selecco Penedes 2008Clos La Coutale 2007 CahorsIn an effort to make your Labor Day as labor free as possible, we've rounded up a few wines for the three-day weekend.Clos La Coutale Cahors 2007. Pair this with a steak, ribs, or hearty grilled veggies. 80% Malbec, 20% Merlot. Dark plum, blackberry, and earthy. Full bodied and rich, but it has just the right amount of acidity and tannins to balance it. Also wonderful on its own. A gem at http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/09/happy-labor-day.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-6276405191781441289Mon, 31 Aug 2009 13:12:00 +00002009-08-31T09:12:37.357-04:00annarbor.comron soberCheck out Ron Sober's latest wine article for annarbor.com.We couldn't agree more that today just might be the day you've been saving that special wine for. Because, you know, it is Monday.http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/08/today-might-be-day.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-1010346506032675642Thu, 27 Aug 2009 21:39:00 +00002009-08-27T18:02:14.618-04:00Ann Arbor Arts Centerron soberLoire Valleywine pairingsIn conjunction with our friends at the Ann Arbor Art Center, we're pleased to offer two classes coming in September.Exploring The Loire Valley - Thursday, September 17 - 6:30-8:30 pmPeople know the wines of Burgundy, Bordeaux, and the Rhone but often overlook the Loire Valley. Come explore the Loire appellations, taste wines (beyond Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc), and discover new French http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-wine-classes.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-2365543734801799711Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:16:00 +00002009-08-24T16:43:05.210-04:00Roos RoastPilar's tamalesAnn Arbor Farmers' MarketKerrytown Market and ShopsMost of us talk a good game when it comes to appreciating the little things, smelling the flowers, and generally taking stock of the people and places that make Ann Arbor special.But, wow, if you're not basking in the glories of the Farmers' Market in the Kerrytown parking lot these Wednesdays and Saturdays (7 a.m. to 2 p.m.) you might as well just hit yourself with something heavy.Local fruit, http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/08/taking-stock.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-6738070055998993706Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:16:00 +00002009-08-18T09:27:57.593-04:00lambruscopasserinanegroamaromuscadetpecorinoheirloom grapescounoiseDue to the great response to last month's case special (15% off will do that), we're putting together another one for August. This case was inspired by the arrival of heirloom tomatoes in the Kerrytown Farmer's Market held each Wednesday and Saturday.Unlike grapes like Chardonnay, Cabernet, and Syrah/Shiraz, we've chosen varietals that are not widely planted and, for the most part, grow in a http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/08/due-to-great-response-to-last-months.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-3534218291628955010Wed, 29 Jul 2009 19:35:00 +00002009-07-29T16:07:42.916-04:00ann arbor newsannarbor.comron soberAs annarbor.com works to fill the void left by the Ann Arbor News, they've made the very wise decision to enlist the talents of Ron Sober to blog about wine for them.Along with being a nationally recognized wine judge and a wine educator (if you've taken any of Everyday Wines' classes, then you know Ron), he's also generously donated his time for many of the fund raising events EDW has held in http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/07/words-on-wine.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-286292378748527307Sat, 18 Jul 2009 19:22:00 +00002009-07-18T15:25:12.111-04:00everyday winesgeorge washington universityGiri IyengarLook up "mixed emotions" in the dictionary, and the definition may well link back to this post.We are thrilled for longtime accomplice and co-conspirator Giri Iyengar as he ventures east to study law at George Washington University. At the same time, we will each miss his passion, creativity, and humor. Sure, in this facebook age, nobody ever seems too far away. Still, we'll miss seeing his http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/07/aloha.htmleverydaywines@gmail.com (Everyday Wines)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-2589567595893486982Fri, 12 Jun 2009 21:33:00 +00002009-06-12T18:01:44.047-04:00Rosso Conero has been an official DOC exactly as long as Giri has been alive. (Woah! Ancient!) Of course, they've been making wine there since... ever.It's a fairly small appellation, by the town of Ancona in central Marche, on the Adriatic coast. There are several local grape varieties planted here but Montepulciano dominates and any wine with the DOC on the label must have at least 85% http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/06/allegria-del-cuore-e-gioia-dellanima.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (girinero)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-1193403466361345168Mon, 01 Jun 2009 18:47:00 +00002009-06-01T14:48:30.886-04:00YAALife is a new website/blog covering life in Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. Take a look at their article on us.http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/06/yaalife.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (girinero)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-4498180783932349865Mon, 01 Jun 2009 18:29:00 +00002009-06-01T14:36:33.016-04:00everyday wines invites you to celebrate Summer Solstice with us.Saturday, June 20, 6:30pm – 8:30pm, in the courtyard at kerrytown$25/personCome taste our selection of Summer wines from all over the world, beer from Michigan and Sangria, paired with delicious pizzas from Kerrytown’s very own T R Durham of Durham’s Tracklements. Just come, hang out, meet other interesting people, eat and drink http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/06/solstice-party.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (girinero)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-3990827534722674187Fri, 01 May 2009 16:52:00 +00002009-05-01T12:55:37.521-04:00We are cohosting a tasting with the \aut\ Bar. We hope this will be the first of a series. Do let us know is you have requests for specific themes or other ideas. If enough of are you interested in Loire Valley wines (we had to cancel that one), we would love to set it up again.Spanish and South American WinesTuesday, May 12th6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.SH\aut\ Cabaret and Gallery325 Braun CourtAnn http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/05/wine-tasting-on-may-12.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (girinero)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-1074610726457143174Thu, 30 Apr 2009 22:43:00 +00002009-04-30T18:45:08.361-04:00Yes, yes, we have some new wines in that make us smile: Fattoria Casabianca "Sussingo" 2006.A Cabernet/Sangiovese blend from Tuscany that really lets both grapes shine. Structured like a Bordeaux with plenty of... well, everything. Fruit, acidity, tannins, earth. We dig it. A steal at $12.99. Marques de Somera Reserva 2002.Grenache/Tempranillo from Cariñena. Cherries, leather, a hint of http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/04/deals-to-make-you-drool.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (girinero)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-5760896505087753131Thu, 30 Apr 2009 22:42:00 +00002009-04-30T18:43:54.305-04:00Good news. A couple of wines that had disappeared for a while have returned after a relaxing vacation: Pasolini dall'Onda Montepetri 2007Another one from Tuscany, this is a blend of 85% Chardonnay and 15% Pinot Grigio, a blend that works just right. Balanced, clean and medium-bodied, a great example of Italian table white. It works with almost any food and is great just by itself. Pour it at http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/04/old-wines-new-again.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (girinero)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8003723125003885889.post-1455485964028721271Sat, 28 Mar 2009 20:04:00 +00002009-03-28T16:33:40.944-04:00We tasted a whole mess of kosher wines and picked a few. (Yes, we do it so you don't have to.)We have the following in stock, so come on in and get your kosher on!Borgo Reale Chianti 2006 $17.99Zakon Cabernet 2004 (Central Coast, CA) $13.99Golan “Sion Creek Red” 2006 (Galilee, Israel) $13.99Benhaim Cabernet 2002 (Galilee, Israel) $6.99Lan Zur Chardonnay 2008 (Lontue Valley, Chile) $8.99http://everyday-wines.blogspot.com/2009/03/kosher-for-passover.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (girinero)0