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2015 Cambria Pommard Clone 4 Pinot Noir $19.99 Buy 6 and it is $17.99. Buy 12 and it is $14.99 a bottle! Today’s special is a single clone Pinot Noir from the Santa Maria Valley in southern California. All yummy old vine estate fruit here with the vineyard being established in 1970, producing a full bodied and expressive wine. Sage, brown spice and dark fruit aromatics turn into pie cherry and raspberry on the front of the tongue. Plush texture on the mid palate leads to a darker blue fruit finish. Has the stuffing to stand up to your usual suspects, but don’t be afraid to pair with hearty fare or it put in your coffee cup during your zoom meetings. Wine is in stock. If you cannot make it into the store. Please call us at 217 344 7979 or email toddswines@gmail.com to reserve your wine. On Sale! 2018 Archery Summit Dundee Hills Pinot Noir $49.99 on sale for $39.99 "This cuvée is the first to be released from each new vintage, and the most widely available. The 2018 marks the debut (from harvest to bottling) of winemaker Ian Burch, and it’s a promising one. Full bodied and open, this mixes ripe red and purple fruits, especially plums and cherries, with a touch of lightly minty chocolate. Delicious and ready for near-term enjoyment" 91 points, Wine Enthusiast What’s in our glass……. 2108 Pierre Gelin Cote d Or Bourgogne Rouge $29.99 This Cote d’ Or bottling is comprised of organically grown fruit from Gevrey Chambertin and Fixin. The estate uses native yeasts, neutral oak, and allegedly de-stems the bunches (I say allegedly because of the finish, but I’ll get to that in a sec.) Opens with aromas of dried thyme, red fruit and wood spice. Palate is dense and masculine with black cherry and leather notes. Air smooths out the edges, giving way to a creamy vanilla note. Now the finish is where the tannins really shine, so if this is all de-stemmed it sure doesn't taste it as the structure comes through long and lingering with a dusty earth note. I really like this wine, but you probably have guessed that by now. 2017 Laurent Cognard Chateau de Buxy Bourgogne Blanc $27.99 Delicious Chardonnay from the Macon that opens with wet stone, apricot and a fistful of freshly picked basil. Hi-toned with nectarine, citrus, limestone and streak of saline. Mouth-watering. 2016 Dopff & Irion Pinot Blanc $14.99 Orchard fruit aromas are tied into a nutty note on the back of the nose. Citrus and spice on the palate finish nice and clean. 2016 Dopff & Irion Gewurtztraminer $19.99 Opens with tropical fruit, spice and a floral background. Palate is off dry with good acidity and length. Great pair with spicy food and turkey. 2018 Golden Pinot Noir $14.99 Easy drinking Pinot that has loads of red fruit with a smooth finish of toasted oak. 2019 El Coto Rioja Blanco $11.99 Hi-toned mix of Viura, Verdejo and Sauv Blanc. Crisp and citrusy with a low a.b.v. of 12.5%. Perfect for day drinking! Stay well, Todd and Roisin

Sunny Southern Italian Six Normally $119 -ish Buy the 6 for $110 Double down for an extra 10% off 2 each of the following: 2018 Mastroberadino Radici Fiano di Avellino $19.99 Radici means roots in Italian, so this pays homage to Fiano’s history which stretches back to ancient Rome. Opens with notes of lemon peel and toasted pine nuts. Palate is a creamy mouthful of citrus with an orchard fruit background. Lively acidity. 2018 Mastroberadino Nova Serra Greco di Tufo $19.99 Greco is aptly named as the grape is thought to be of Greek origin, while the name Tufo comes from ‘tuff,’ referring to the soft volcanic rock soil of the town. Apricot and wet stone aromatics lead to a lively mix of peach and pear on the palate. Medium bodied with an orange pith finish framed by stony minerality. 2017 Mastroberadino Neroameta $19.99 This is the second vintage I have had of this wine, and I am a big fan of Aglianico no matter if it vinified red or white! Grapes are pressed and the skins are removed with no contact, leaving behind white juice. Strawberry, white cherry and melon on the nose lead to a hearty mouthful of white peach and red berries. Works well with fish, vegetables and pork dishes. Stay well, Todd and Roisin

The perfectly roasted chicken is a Quixotic quest of mine. Crisp, crackling skin with a juicy interior. My favorite pair with said bird? Cru Beaujolais! 2018 Domaine Blain Souer et Frère Brouilly $24.99 Buy 6 and it is $22.99 Buy 12 and it is $19.99 a bottle Cru Beaujolais/Gamay Noir never seems to get its due. While it might be catnip to Somms everywhere, most folks pass it by on the shelf. This is sad and unfortunate, because the wines are bloody delicious, food friendly, and pair extremely well with fowl. The Blain Brouilly comes from 50+ year old vines on a granitic hilltop in the southern part of Burgundy. Hand harvested, native yeast fermentation and neutral oak keep the fruit upfront and center. Opens with pleasing aromas of sappy cherry, fresh picked berries and a field of violets. Texture is just smooth and lovely, presenting notes of ripe red fruits and spice cake that lead to a smokey mineral-tinged finish. P.S. It cuts through chicken fat like a laser beam. Stay well, Todd and Roisin

It’s BACK! Fourth quarter 2019/2020 World Cheese Award Champion Rogue River Blue is now in store. Run, don’t walk...it will sell out! This beautiful organic blue cheese is wrapped in pear brandy soaked grape leaves and aged 9-12 months for a delicious salty, sweet, crunchy experience. If you haven’t had it now is the time! #rogueriver #rogueriverblue #roguecreamery #worldcheeseawards #shopartmart

Lots of exciting things this Thursday! Green’s challah and babka, Moroccan salad is back, Janies Mill local and organic flours, and today’s menu! Happy Thursday!

Cool weekend ahead. What better way to start than with a cool six pack of Cabs? Cabernet Sauvignon Sampler Normally $121 and change. Buy the 6 and it is $110 Double it for an extra 10% off! 2017 Martin Ray Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon $24.99 A class act of a Napa Valley Cab that comes screw-capped. 100% Cabernet sourced from the A.V.A.s of Coombsville, Rutherford and Stags Leap District, and sees 50% new French oak. Ripe dark fruit on the nose leads to a mouthful of black currant and cherry with hints of allspice on the rim, along with a little cocoa powder from the Rutherford fruit. Serious juice with good structure and tone. 2018 Treana Cabernet Sauvignon $24.99 Rich and structured Cabernet Sauvignon that sees 35% new oak, giving it a little whiff of vanilla on the nose along with aromas of coffee and dark fruit. Palate is a mix of cassis and black cherry with blackberry towards the finish. Pepper and woodsmoke pop out on the end. Tannins are present but well managed. 2017 Ring Bolt Cabernet $17.99 From Ringbolt Bay on the Southern tip of the Margaret River region in Australia, named after a ship wrecked there in the 1800s. Has all the expected aromas of dark fruit, cassis and a little tobacco, then brightens on the palate into red fruit flanked by dark chocolate, spice and integrated structure. Classic and well-made for any Cabernet fan. 2018 Château Haut Blanville Cabernet Sauvignon Réserve $17.99 Languedoc Cab that opens with classic aromas of mint and cassis. Palate has good weight and texture with flavors of currant and raspberry. Really appealing texture. 2017 Aerena Cabernet Sauvignon $17.99 High elevation fruit from the Red Hills of Lake county just next to Napa. Red and black fruit mingle on the nose along with wood spice notes. Palate is cassis and plum along with dark chocolate. Tobacco and smoke appear on a structured finish. 2017 Yalumba Sanctum Coonwarra Cabernet Sauvignon $17.99 If you are looking for a big and bold Cab for a hearty dish, I would highly recommend this wine from the terra rosso soils of the Menzies vineyard in Coonwarra. Opens with aromatics of eucalyptus, plum and black currant. Palate has a nice acidic lift to keep the cassis and blueberry notes rolling towards an integrated tannic finish. Stay well, Todd and Roisin

Happy Saturday! We still have a few House Red Samplers and Everything Pinot Six Packs available. Plus, new arrivals, details below. New Arrivals N.V. Roland Champion Brut Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs $49.99 on sale for $44.99 100% Chardonnay from the chalky soils of Choilly. Harvested by hand, only free run juice is used and the wine is aged on the lees for 6 years before release. Opens with a complex nose, highlighting aromas of poached pear and brioche. Acidity, richness and minerality seamlessly intermingle on the palate, with notes of citrus, pear, honey and hazelnuts. 2017 Anthill Farms Anderson Valley Pinot Noir $34.99 Three alumnus of Williams and Selyem have banded together to produce cool climate Pinot Noir, farming bio-dynamically and using minimal oak. Their goal is to let the fruit shine and, well, kudos to them because this wine is a winner. Opens with notes of sage, cherry and clove. The palate is an ethereal mix of cherry, tart raspberry and white pepper. Finish is savory, lingering and bloody delicious! 2019 Division Un Pinot Noir $27.99 A six-vineyard blend of Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley - two vineyards in Eola Amity Hills, one in Yamhill Carlton, one in Van Duzer and one in Ribbon Ridge - making for a seamless example of the Willamette Valley style. Opens with a bouquet of cherries, from bing to sour red, along with a spiced background of clove and star anise. Fruit expands on the palate and red cherry comes to the forefront, with a hint of dark cocoa and more spice in the background buttressed by a well-integrated tannic backbone. 2016 Henri Latour St. Romain “Le Jarron” $29.99 Steal of a white Burgundy from a vineyard in the Cote de Beaune with excellent sun exposure. Opens with aromas of wet stone and white flowers. Palate is rich and creamy, but balanced with crisp acidity. Has both the weight and acid to stand up to cream sauces and rich cheeses. 2018 Edmund St John Bone Jolly Gamay $24.99 Super small production Gamay Noir grown on pink granitic soils in El Dorado County in California. Super quaffable and chock full of red fruits with violet notes. 2013 Remelluri Reserva Rioja $39.99 “The flagship red 2013 Reserva, the wine most people call simply Remelluri, was cropped from a cool year, and it has a little less alcohol and higher acidity than the previous harvest. It had an élevage of 20 months in oak barriques. It has an herbal twist reflecting the conditions of the year, and it is developed and polished. It has the grippy, Nebbiolo-like tannins that are a signature of the Remelluri wines, a little more evident in a year like 2013. A Remelluri for food. 214,321 bottled produced. It was bottled in April 2016" 93 points, Wine Advocate Everything Pinot Six Normally $134ish. Buy the 6 and it is $120 Double down for an additional 10% off! One of each of the following: 2017 Domaine Nico Grand Peré Pinot Noir $34.99 N.V. Charles Duret Cremant de Bourgogne Rosé $24.99 2019 Boomtown Pinot Gris $14.99 2015 Cambria Pommard Clone 4 Pinot Noir $19.99 2018 Row 503 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley $19.99 2018 Joseph Drouhin Bourgogne Rouge $19.99 House Red Sampler Normally $80 and change. Buy the 6 and it is $70 Double it for an extra 10% off! One of each of the following: 2016 Campuget Costieres de Nimes Rouge $11.99 2018 Yalumba Y Series Cabernet Sauvignon $11.99 2016 Bodegas Ontanon Crianza Rioja $11.99 2017 Knucklehead Pinot Noir $14.99 2018 Mastro Campania Aglianico $14.99 2018 Renacer Malbec Punto Final $14.99 To reserve please call me at 217 344 7979 or email me at toddswines@gmail.com Stay well, Todd and Roisin

We’ve got everything Fall to start off this gorgeous weekend! Fall cocktail kits, pumpkin waffles, new salads and entrees and new sausages from Smoking Goose!

It’s Blursday! Err…Thursday! Time for 6 wines for the weekend ahead. Also, check out the info for the Promise Healthcare Benefit Virtual Tasting below. Everything Pinot Six Normally $134ish. Buy the 6 and it is $120 Double down for an additional 10% off! 2017 Domaine Nico Grand Peré Pinot Noir $34.99 Domaine Nico is the world's first extreme high-altitude parcel of Pinot Noir. It is an unusual location for the New World, with limestone soil of alluvial origin and cool climate, and a labor of love for the Catena family. The vineyard is named after Laura's daughter, Nicola, whose name pays homage to Nicola Catena, Laura's great-grandfather and founder of the Catena winery in 1902. Villa Bastias is located in Tupungato within the Uco Valley. The vineyard is old and was planted with Dijon Clones in 1993. The Grand Pere parcel is a cooler site, producing a more mineral-driven wine. Opens with bright cherry and raspberry aromas with notes of freshly ground coffee. The palate is silky, red fruited and develops more texture with air. N.V. Charles Duret Cremant de Bourgogne Rosé $24.99 Opens with hi-toned strawberry and raspberry aromas that lead to a mouthful of creamy red fruit. Spice and lemon curd stand out on the dry, refreshing finish. 2019 Boomtown Pinot Gris $14.99 Two vineyard blend of Pinot Gris from the Columbia Valley in Washington state that is sleek and elegant. All stainless here keeps the fruit crisp and racy. Opens with aromas of Honey-crisp apple and melon rind. Palate is a dry mix of red apple, pear and honeydew. Great pair with soft cheeses, or a mouth-watering aperitif. 2015 Cambria Pommard Clone 4 Pinot Noir $19.99 Single clone Pinot Noir from the Santa Maria Valley in southern California. All yummy old vine estate fruit here with the vineyard being established in 1970, producing a full bodied and expressive wine. Sage, brown spice and dark fruit aromatics turn into pie cherry and raspberry on the front of the tongue. Plush texture on the mid palate leads to a darker blue fruit finish. Has the stuffing to stand up to your usual suspects, but don’t be afraid to pair with hearty fare or it put in your coffee cup during your zoom meetings. 2018 Row 503 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley $19.99 Sourced from various vineyards across the Willamette Valley. The 2018 Row 503 opens with aromatics of black cherry, baked plum, cocoa and spice. The 2018 vintage is richer on the palate than the 2017 with notes of red fruit pie filling, vanilla and a touch of spice on the finish. Screw-capped with an a.b.v. of 13.5%. 2018 Joseph Drouhin Bourgogne Rouge $19.99 Opens with a bright and lifted nose of wild strawberry, cherry and raspberry. Notes of cardamon and cinnamon appear on the back of the nose. Red fruit repeats on the palate along with touch of spiced blue fruit on the edges. Smooth and lingering finish with good grip. Promise Healthcare Virtual Tasting with Martin Ray Winery We are excited to announce that we will be holding the event this year and invite you to join us for a virtual wine tasting to benefit Promise Healthcare’s programs and services. Thursday, October 22 from 7:00 – 8:00 pm This live event will feature a virtual tasting with host Leslie Renaud, winemaker for Martin Ray Winery. This year’s ticket price of $100 includes one each of these three featured wines: 2018 Martin Ray Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc Stainless steel fermented Sauvignon Blanc that opens with aromas of hay, basil and grapefruit. Palate is a zesty combination of peach, lime and grapefruit. Mouthwatering acidity coupled to a round texture. Makes for an excellent aperitif or pair with lighter fare. 2018 Martin Ray Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir A tremendous value in Sonoma Pinot Noir. No - make that just Pinot Noir. Opens with aromas of red berry fruit and dried flowers. Palate is a smooth mix of cherry with highlights of blueberries on the side. Smooth and silky with a touch of wood spice on the finish from time spent in 35% new French oak. 2017 Martin Ray Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Class act of a Napa Valley Cab that comes screw-capped. 100% Cabernet sourced from the A.V.A.s of Coombsville, Rutherford and Stags Leap District. Sees 50% new French oak. Ripe dark fruit on the nose leads to a mouthful black currant and cherry with hints of allspice on the rim, along with a little cocoa powder from the Rutherford fruit. Serious juice with good structure and tone. The ticket sales from this event will benefit Promise Healthcare to support the Frances Nelson and SmileHealthy programs which provide primary medical, behavioral health, and dental care for those who would otherwise go without care. To reserve your wine and virtual seat(s) today, visit Donate Today via PayPal. Checks can be made payable to Promise Healthcare and mailed to 819 Bloomington Rd., Champaign, 61820. For questions, contact sward@promisehealth.org. Stay well, Todd and Roisin

On this summer-like day (week?) an ice filled cold brew is great! @jaxcreilly brewed it this week with @pageroastingcompany Ethiopia Guji blend! And you guys, it is SO good! 12oz- $2.48, 16oz - $2.97 20oz - $3.22

Ghosts of specials past? or House Red Sampler Normally $80 and change Buy the 6 and it is $70 Double it for an extra 10% off! To reserve please call me at 217 344 7979 or email me at toddswines@gmail.com One of each of the following: 2016 Campuget Costieres de Nimes Rouge $11.99 70/30 blend of Syrah and Grenache from a beautiful estate in the southern Rhone. All stainless steel fermented. Spending a little time in tank to harmonize. Fresh and fruit driven . Peppery garrigue on the nose leads to flavors of raspberry, cherry and plum. Screw-capped with an a.b.v. of 13%. 2018 Yalumba Y Series Cabernet Sauvignon $11.99 Yalumba is one of Australia’s more iconic family owned wineries. Producing wines that are varietally correct and true to their terroir. The 2018 Y Series Cab is a blend of Barossa and Wrattonbully vineyard fruit that never sees a stick of oak. Preserving the freshness and purity of fruit. Opens with aromas of cassis, red berry and eucalyptus. Cassis repeats on the palate along with blackberry and rosemary notes on the edges. Finishes firm with a structured that supports the bright fruit flavors n the wine. Screw-caped and weighs in at an a.b.v of 14%. So Y not indeed! 2016 Bodegas Ontanon Crianza Rioja $11.99 The Ontanon is a blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha that sees 12 months in a mix of American and French oak and a year in bottle before release. That time in oak softens the tannins and lends a wood spice aroma to the nose, along with baked red fruit. Palate is a combination of cherry, plum, orange zest and allspice that has a lingering finish of red berries tied to an earthy coffee note. Would pair with paella, or the more mundane but equally delicious hamburger. If that does not float your proverbial boat, it drinks pretty well on its own, too. 2017 Knucklehead Pinot Noir $14.99 California Pinot Noir that opens with aromas of baked cherry and raspberry preserve. Palate has good weight and acidity with an appealing note of smoke and black fruit. 2018 Mastro Campania Aglianico $14.99 100% Aglianico grown just outside of Naples that’s made in a straight forward and easy drinking style. Opening with aromas of pink peppercorns, bright red fruit and white pepper. Palate is a juicy mix of cherries, strawberries and earth with a savory “drink me” acidity. Pairs well with a multitude of foods, but do what the locals do and try it with your favorite pizza or pasta dish. 2018 Renacer Malbec Punto Final $14.99 Mendoza Malbec that opens with red fruit and violet notes. Smooth dark fruit on the palate leads to integrated tannins on a persistent finish. Perfect pair for grilled foods. Stay well, Todd and Roisin

We are ready for fall! Pumpkins, bread baking, teas, candles and more!

Come get Halloween treats! Macaroons in fun fall flavors, apple cider, sour patch kids, caramel apple, Reece’s cup, Nutella pretzel and more! New whipped honeys and today’s menu!

On @ciliving today talking holiday entertaining with small groups! See us for gift baskets, cheese trays, and hostess gifts! (ahem, wine!)

We will both be here Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday this week for all your Thanksgiving wine needs! In case you need some inspo, here are our favorite holiday picks. Our Picks to Click for Thanksgiving 2019 Forlorn Hope Queen of the Sierra Amber Wine $19.99 Your eyes do not deceive you - we have found an orange wine that Todd will drink! Or, at least he will admit it is great pair for your Thanksgiving turkey. All estate fruit comprised of Verdelho, Albarino, Muscat and Chardonnay that is grown at high altitude (2,000 feet) on limestone and schist soils in Calaveras County, California. Naturally made with hand-harvested organic grapes and native yeasts. Opens with aromas of fresh green and red apples along with nutmeg. Apple continues on the palate plus dried apricots, fall spice and fig. This wine screams autumn. 2018 Bernard Moreau Passetoutgrain $29.99 Passetoutgrain loosely translates as “toss it all on the pot,” which is the Burgundian way of saying a blend of Pinot Noir and Gamay. Always a superb value, the 2018 from Moreau opens with an array of brown spice notes along with raspberry and fresh tilled soil. A mix of black and sour cherry fruit on the palate is backed up by a mineral pop on the mid-palate. Structure surprises on the finish. 2017 Forlorn Hope Queen of the Sierra White $19.99 The white offering from the same Rorick Heritage Vineyard at 2000ft and on limestone schist soils, the Queen of the Sierra is comprised of Verdelho, Muscat and Chardonnay and is also naturally made with native yeasts and aged in neutral barrel for 2 years. Opens with aromas of stone fruit, citrus and a hint of fresh pineapple. The palate is rich but with zippy acidity, showcasing white peach, lemon oil and clementine along with stony minerality and fresh tropical notes. 2018 Domaine Thierry Mortet Cuvee Les Charmes de Daix $34.99 Organic old vine Pinot Noir from six different parcels that is hand harvested and destemmed before seeing a year in used French oak. Opens with bright and expressive aromas of red and black fruit, with dried porcini and spice coming on at the back end. Palate is a refreshing and open-knit mix of black cherry and blackberry. Grippy tannins come out on the finish. 500 cases produced. 2017 Ostertag Les Jardins Riesling $24.99 A lovely Alsatian offering from a 30 year old plot with 4 different soil types. The nose is full of pear along with notes of flint, a subtle smoky quality and warming honeysuckle. On the palate the fruit turns to lemon and lime citrus with red apple keeping things crispy. Racy and delicious. 2017 Forlorn Hope Queen of the Sierra Red $19.99 These days we are all about delicious, lower tannin, easy-drinking and food-friendly reds around here, and this definitely fits the bill. This is a blend of Zinfandel, Barbera, Tempranillo, Trousseau noir, and Mondeuse grown at elevation and naturally made. The nose starts off with lots of red fruit, made a little broody with notes of clove and rose petals. The palate evokes dark cherry and red currant flavors, along with a little anise and dark chocolate. Definitely a pair for turkey, but has the stuffing to stand up to a variety of dishes - pun intended. 2017 Ostertag Pinot Gris Jardins $24.99 “Jardins” is the Ostertag name for the small plots of vines scattered around their home. Their Pinot Gris are all vinified dry in barrel. The 2017 opens with orchard fruit and nectarine skin on the nose. The palate welcomes more orchard fruit but with a tropical twist, before a delicious finish with undertones of clove and allspice that will make you want another sip.

Menu for 11/21! So many take out options and dinner options! We added a new slushee to the mix! (Cocktails to go!) Cranberry Spice Old Fashioned! And! We got a BRAND SPANKING NEW espresso machine! We love it, and we’re sure you will too! Come in and shop!

Our Thanksgiving preorders for sides are sold out! Thank you for such an amazing response and interest in having us prepare your meal! Now, we gotta get cooking’!

Reds for a Cloudy Day 2019 Château Thivin Brouilly Reverdon $29.99 Power, depth and elegance all in one bottle, this old vine Gamay is from pink granitic soils. Red berries and rosewater on the nose lead to a layered mouthful of supple red fruit that glides across the tongue. An interesting sour cherry component appears towards the finish, which meanders towards a granitic end. 2016 Shea Estate Pinot Noir Shea Vineyard $44.99 on sale for $39.99 A wood spice start leads to black cherry and blueberry aromas. Palate starts off with silky and rich blue fruit that turns darker on the smooth and lingering finish, full of black tea spice. In addition, we still have Great Gobbler Six Packs available - see below for details. To reserve your wine, please call me at 217 344 7979 or email me at toddswines@gmail.com. The Great Gobbler Six Pack $110 Buy 2 and get and additional 10% off! Packed and ready to go. One each of the following: N.V. Zardetto Prosecco $14.99 Dry bubbly that has a creamy texture and smooth finish. Refreshing palate cleanser. 2017 J.J. Willamette Valley Pinot Noir $21.99 No, not that J.J., but the “junior” wine from J. Christopher. Multi-vineyard selection of barrels that are fruit forward and ready to drink. Black cherry and anise aromatics run into a hi-toned blend of blue and red fruit. Pleasantly creamy on the mid palate with good length on the finish. 2019 Quentin Jeannot Bourgogne Rouge $24.99 Second generation winemaker Quentin Jeannot is in his seventh vintage and is hitting it out of the park with this Pinot Noir. Fruit comes from a vineyard planted in 1946 just outside of Santenay. Opens with aromas of red fruits and sage that lead to juicy mouthful of cherry and raspberry. Subtle spice notes are tied to an earthy, mineral-driven finish. Salmon, mushrooms, fowl, and pork all pair well with this wine. No new oak and with an a.b.v. of 13%. 2019 Boomtown Pinot Gris $14.99 Two vineyard blend of Pinot Gris from the Columbia Valley in Washington state that is sleek and elegant. All stainless here, keeping the fruit crisp and racy. Opens with aromas of Honey-crisp apple and melon rind. Palate is a dry mix of red apple, pear and honeydew. Great pair with soft cheeses, or a mouth-watering aperitif. 2018 Stadt Krems Grüner Veltliner $17.99 Need a food friendly white that can pair with almost anything, including sides? Ok, it won’t work with sweet potatoes topped with marshmallows… but what does? Opens with a whiff of wet chalk on the nose that leads to aromas of pear. Taste-wise think lemony green apple with a medium body. Nicely textured on the tongue. 2019 Clos de la Roilette Domaine Coudert Cuvée Christie Fleurie $21.99 The wines of Clos de la Roilette are some of my favorite in Beaujolais. The Cuvee Christie is no exception. An open knit and charming red that opens with bright red fruit, herbs and a touch of spice. Savory and highly quaffable. P erfect for turkey, duck or chicken. Stay well, Todd and Roisin

Today’s menu! We’re open as usual! (almost!) Feel free to come in, browse, and shop all departments. Our tables and chairs are put away, but we have just a bit of outdoor seating. See you this weekend!

Todd turns 50 today! But he is, of course, still working. Stop by the store today and wish him a happy birthday!

Open until 5:00 today! Stay warm!

Valentines Pre-Order! We have a limited number of 4-6 oz lobster tails next week, $33/pound! Raclette for valentines dinner! We have two machines for rent ($25 per 24 hours, $50 refundable deposit required) We also have all the Raclette cheese, salami, rosemary ham, cornichon and baguetts to go with it. Reserve yours today!

Something super is happening tomorrow. A big bowl of Americana, if you will. So, here is the perfect wine for game day snacks and freezing temps! To reserve your wine, please email toddswines@gmail.com or call at 217-344-7979. 2016 Klinker Brick Farrah Syrah $17.99 Buy 6 and it is $15.99. Buy 12 and it is $13.99! 100% Syrah from Lodi matured in all French oak to stay true to the varietal. Opens with classic Syrah aromas of red fruit, roasted pork, rosemary and sage. Red fruit and red currant continues on the palate along with tobacco and a more pronounced smoky note. New Arrivals 2017 Ogier Les Paillanches Crozes Hermitage $29.99 Northern Rhone Syrah that opens with dark fruit and white pepper on the nose. Raspberry and earthy graphite terminate in a finish of smoked meat and olive brine. Great pair with lamb and hearty stews. 2014 Heritiers de Comte Lafon St. Veran $44.99 2014 was the greatest vintage of white Burgundy in my lifetime. So, my vinous ears perk up when I see any available, especially from this bio-dynamic estate in the Macon started by one of the world’s most esteemed winemakers, Dominique Lafon. Opens with orchard fruits and wet stone. Palate is focused and precise, displaying apricot, citrus with a toasted nut characteristic on the finish. Air and time amplify all the above. Best, Todd and Roisin

Five years ago today we opened our doors on S. Prospect. What a five years it’s been! Thank you dear Art Mart customers for supporting us and making us feel so welcome here! We also celebrate our 63rd year in business this winter!! Have a great weekend!

Well, if the weather people are right, today is going to be a cold mess of rain and snow. Fantastic, I know. But, here is a little Spanish sunshine to brighten the day. 2018 LLenca Plana $17.99 Buy 6 and it is $15.99. Buy 12 and it is $13.99 a bottle LLenca Plana, or “flat rock” in English, is a sustainably farmed blend of 70% Carineña and 30% Garnacha - more commonly known as Carignane and Grenache in the Rhone valley in France. The wine hails from the sunny climes of Montsant in northeastern Spain and is all estate fruit from vineyards planted in the early nineties. Stone and a distinct note of fresh ground coffee on the nose leads to aromas of dark fruit. That dark fruit repeats on the palate, along with a pleasing mineral note that keeps the exuberant fruit in check. Bright, happy and a great pair with soul warming food. To reserve your wine, please email toddswines@gmail.com or call at 217-344-7979. Best, Todd and Roisin

We’re obsessed with these strawberry “dipped” cookies that the kitchen staff came up with! Just the right amount of chocolate! Plus today’s menu