November Calendar of Events

It’s officially wine season!  Check out all the cool events at WineHarvest in November.  Cheers!

WineHarvest-November 2010

Reminder: Italian Wine and Food Event Thursday

Don’t miss WineHarvest’s big Italian Wine and Food Event to be held this Thursday, August 26, from 6-9 p.m. It’s our best wine party of the summer! Get ready to “Take a Vinous Vacation to Italy” as we savor our favorite Italian wines paired to perfection with scrumptious gourmet appetizers.

Taste and learn why these wines are considered to be some of the best in the world. Two of our favorite wine pros—Andrew from Selected Brands and Maurillo from Vinifera—will be pouring and answering all of your wine questions.

You can pay at the door but please call the number below to reserve.

$20 per person / $30 per couple.

Free Wine Friday – Passion for Pinot

Starting at 6 p.m. tonight, join us for a free wine tasting focusing on all things Pinot. That’s Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris. What do these wines have in common? How are they different? One thing’s for sure, once you taste these wines, you’ll understand why some of the most passionate wine lovers go crazy for Pinots!

August Events Calendar

From Wine 101 to a fantastic Italian wine event, there’s a lot going on at WineHarvest in August. Click to download our calendar!

WINEHARVEST AUG 2010 CALENDAR

Free Wine Friday – Try Before You Buy

It’s our Summer Blowout Sale! If you want to stock up on killer wine at a killer price, you must come to WineHarvest this weekend. Here’s the deal: Starting Friday, July 30, at 6 p.m., we will open every bottle of wine on our back wall for you to taste for free. That’s more than 20 wines! If you find something you love, you can mix and match cases for just $75 (or just $6.25 per bottle). Talk about a great deal! But you have to hurry. This deal is only good while supplies last. So come in Friday at 6 p.m. for the best selection.

WineHarvest’s One Year Anniversary Event

WineHarvest Wine Tasting

Happy birthday to us! Happy birthday to us! That’s right, wine lovers. It’s been just about one year since WineHarvest opened its doors to become one of the coolest wine shops and bars around. And we want to celebrate! So Thursday, July 22, from 6-8 p.m., we’re having our biggest wine event yet. Wine reps from Southern and Transatlantic will be on hand to pour 15 seriously amazing wines and answer any questions. The wine pros at WineHarvest will pair these wines with our rock-star caterer’s mouth-watering creations. Ready to party? Great! Call or email right now to reserve space – because this party will fill up fast. $20 per person.

And thank you so much for a great year!

WineHarvest
1269 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
Wesley Chapel, FL
info@wineharvest.com
813-388-6898

We bet you’ve never tasted these wines before

Friday, July 9

If it’s Friday, it must be Free Wine Friday at WineHarvest. Tonight from 6-8 p.m. come in and taste a variety of wines that we promise you’ve never had before. Why? Because tonight is all about the ABCs of wine… Anything But Chardonnay…. Anything But Cabernet…. Anything but Common. Tonight we taste grapes that are weird, wild, and wonderful. And it’s FREE! See you at 6 p.m.!

Red, White & Brew (with BBQ)

Friday, July 2 6-8 p.m.

Free Wine Friday – Kicking off the July 4 Weekend
Red, White & Brew (with BBQ)

This Friday our staff has selected some of their favorite wines for cooking out as well as a few favorite beers. We are pairing them with pulled pork BBQ sliders, coleslaw and chips, and don’t forget dessert. Which pairing will be your favorite?

The Best of WineHarvest — Wines Revealed!!!

These are the 90-point wines we’re tasting tonight at 6 p.m.

The Best of WineHarvest
The Reds

Craggy Range Winery Te Muna Road Vineyard Pinot Noir 2008

“Smooth and polished, weaving a hint of licorice into the huckleberry, raspberry and plum flavors. A wave of mineral character adds to the depth on the long, refined finish. Drink now through 2016.” Wine Spectator: 93 Points

“The 2008 Te Muna Road Vineyard Pinot Noir is very ripe and sweet on the nose with dark plum, a touch of soy and violets. The palate is medium-bodied with very fine tannins, really lovely balance, a Pinot that caresses the mouth with sweet ripe raspberry and strawberry flavors. Velvety mouthfeel. Excellent. Wine Advocate: 91 Points

2007 Bodegas Ateca Atteca

The 2007 Atteca was sourced from 80- to 120-year-old head pruned Garnacha vines and aged for 10 months in seasoned French oak. Deep purple-colored, it exhibits an impressive nose of crushed stone, black cherry, and plum. This is followed by a full-bodied wine with layers of savory fruit, spice notes, and silky tannin. This balanced effort will evolve for another 1-2 years and drink well through 2017. Wine Advocate 90 Points

Marquis Philips Sarah’s Blend 2007

A blend of 62% Shiraz, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc. Super ripe plum jam with dark chocolate richness, black currant and briar fruit on the nose. Soft, round and gentle with aromas of marzipan, complex black currant fruit, and hints of peppermint and smoky sweet vanilla. On the palate, ripe red berries, vibrant, soft and round, gentle medium bodied structure and black fruit are found. Long, integrated tannins and some oak lactone influence also exist. Robert Parker: 90 Points

Grgich Hills Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

“Savory herb and ripe currant, berry and plum aromas are firm and intense. Full-bodied and well-structured, with the tannins gaining traction on the finish. Rustic but balanced. Best from 2010 through 2016.” Wine Spectator: 92 Points

Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

“One for the cellar. Shows a dramatic structure of firm, dusty tannins, brightened with acidity, framing complex, long and deep flavors of black currants, cassis, dark unsweetened chocolate, smoky cedar, anise and spices, undergirded by a firm minerality. Best after 2010 and through 2014, at least.” Wine Enthusiast: 95 Points

“Intense purple hue. Blueberry and mint aromas with light graphite undertones. Apparent anise, blackberry and new oak give way to combed tannins and a nervy edge of fresh acidity. A fleshy, intense Cab.” The Wine News: 94 Points

The Best of WineHarvest
The Whites

Roederer Estate Brut, Non-Vintage, from North Coast, California

“This is an absolutely first-rate bubbly, dry, smooth and rich. Has complex flavors of peaches, limes and strawberries, accented by doughy yeast and smoky flavors. Really defines the balanced elegance and pedigree you want in a great sparkler.” Wine Enthusiast: 92 Points

“Fragrant fruit ripeness lends this wine penetrating flavors of raspberry essence, tart pear and green apple, a fine mesh of pinot noir and chardonnay. The texture is smooth, the bubbles bringing a touch of yeastiness and almond flavor to balance the freshness of the fruit. A lovely, tightly structured Brut to serve with wood-roasted snapper and hen of the woods.” Wine & Spirits: 92 Points

Trimbach Cuvee Frederic Emile Riesling 2001

This famous Riesling comes from the choice slopes of Ribeauvillé overlooking the Trimbach winery.
Cuvée Frédéric Emile is made solely from very ripe grapes, picked selectively at the end of the harvest. Dry and firmly-structured, but very fruity, this multifaceted wine owes its great depth of flavour to the combination of Riesling grapes with ideal soil. Robert Parker: 93 Points

Dr. Loosen Dr. L Estate Riesling 2008

“Sleek and tangy, showing apricot, lime and mango flavors matched to a lively structure. Shows good harmony and persistence through the finish. Drink now through 2018.” Wine Spectator: 90 Points #62 WS Top 100 of 2009

Spring Mountain Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2006

“From a relatively late season for sauvignon, this wine fermented in neutral French oak and built its substantial mineral tones through ageing in barrel on the lees. At first, the leesy smokiness rides over the fruit, with lime persisting underneath. The layers of earthy flavor emerge with air, the oak recedes and the quincelike fruit blasts forward, fresh and remarkably clear. A confident Napa Valley style adopted from Bordeaux, this deserves some bottel age and pan-roasted Dover sole with chanterelles.” Wine & Spirits: 93 Points

Far Niente Chardonnay 2007

“Pure, clean, rich and layered green apple, pear, spice and nutmeg give this a tight focus. Full-bodied, intense yet supple, with a long, fruity finish. Drink now through 2012.” Wine Spectator: 91 Points

“Far Niente’s beautiful 2007 Chardonnay Estate offers up copious aromas of lemon blossoms, poached pears, and brioche, crisp acidity, a hint of tropical fruits, a greenish-light gold color, and medium to full-bodied, elegant, pure flavors. It should drink well for 3-4 years.” The Wine Advocate: 91 Points

Huge Wine Weekend at WineHarvest

Wow! What a weekend at WineHarvest!

It all starts Thursday, June 24. Join us from 6-9 p.m. for The Best of WineHarvest. Taste exclusive bottles paired with tantalizing hors d’oeuvres prepared by our featured caterer. All wines are rated 90 points and above. Tickets are $15 per person in advance or $20 per person at the door. Call now to reserve!

Free Wine Friday. Friday, June 25, from 6-9 p.m. Come taste some delicious wines from our featured distributor: Focus Wines. We’re very excited about this free wine tasting because these wines are some of the best we’ve ever tasted at these prices. You’ve got to try them to believe them! Come out and support these small production, family wines.

Art Night at WineHarvest. Saturday, June 26, from 6-9 p.m. Get artsy at WineHarvest. Members of North Tampa Arts League will be here to discuss their work and inspiration. Enjoy a glass of wine, listen to swinging live jazz, check out the fantastic art on our walls, and even watch a live art demonstration. And if you fall in love with a work of art, you can buy it on the spot!

We look forward to seeing you and tasting these great wines this weekend! Please join us!

Cheers!

Joshua A. Bradley
WineHarvest
1269 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
Wesley Chapel, FL
joshua@wineharvest.com
813-388-6898