Printemps est en train de venir…
With the start of March, we have spring on the horizon, but the weather rarely feels like spring has sprung. We hunch over on cold, windy days, wondering when the
Read moreFebruary 2022: The King of Wines & The Wine of Kings
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, making February one of the most romantic months of the year. A month of sonnets, love songs, roses and chocolates, this is a
Read moreJanuary 2022 Wine Club: Winter is Coming…
The bitter cold of January in Chicago is all it takes to imagine a vacation getaway. For us this month, we picture the beautiful regions of Croatia, where Dalmatia and
Read moreSeptember Wine Club: It’s all Greek to me
Those sparkling sapphire Aegean waters. They lure tourists to seaside towns and ABBA fans to continue watching the movie, Mamma Mia, even when the music doesn’t meet our expectations. The
Read moreAugust Wine Club: “Back to nature” Italian wines
There are many times of year to marvel at the beauty nature provides us, but we chose August to do so…through wine. One might even say that this month’s Inspired
Read moreJuly Wine Club: A French way to summer
One could argue that July is among the most American of months with U.S. Independence Day playing so prominently. Likewise, it reigns supreme as at least one of the top
Read moreJune Wine Club: Growing grapes where they grow best
You’ve heard about thinking outside the box. This month we present a winery that goes far beyond that, thinking outside traditional vineyards, beyond a single winemaker and even crossing state
Read moreApril Wine Club: A Zin by any other name?
We tend to think of Zinfandel as the all-American grape because California (and other states, now too!) have taken such complete ownership of this varietal. But, in fact, Zinfandel is
Read moreMarch Wine Club: From lush to luxurious – Northwest wines to take you into spring
Whether from Willamette Valley or Walla Walla, some of the finest “cool climate” varietals are now being produced in the United States. Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling – these are
Read moreFebruary Wine Club: Embraceable, quaffable ‘reds’ and ‘pinks’ for St. Valentine’s Day
It’s February, the month for lovers and when St. Valentine tries to make romantics of us all. But why should cupid have to go it alone? This month, the Hinsdale
Read moreJanuary Wine Club: A very American New Year
It’s New Year’s Eve, one of the most festive nights of the year. And like so many others on this night, you are decked out, wearing dazzling clothes that are
Read moreDecember Wine Club: A French Connection
There’s a saying, “Savoir Faire” is everywhere, referring to that person who knows the right way to look and act in any situation. This month our Inspired Wine Club selections
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