Hello Peter,

This weekend brings a full lineup of tastings and a special culinary experience that takes you from Portugal to the Pacific Northwest—and straight into the heart of South America. Kick things off Friday evening with Amy for a Portuguese wine tasting alongside a selection of craft beers, then stop in Saturday afternoon as Christina pours a curated lineup of staff favorites, highly rated reds, and crisp, crowd-pleasing whites perfect for the weekend ahead.

We’re also excited to feature our South American Wine & Empanada Tasting, a flavorful guided experience featuring five handcrafted empanadas from Empanadas de Mendoza, each thoughtfully paired with five wines from across the region for a delicious deep dive into how food and wine elevate each other. Secure your spot today for $55.

Friday Evening Portuguese Wine Tasting w/ Amy & Craft Beer Too!

Soalheiro ALLO Alvarinho & Loureiro 2024– Tropical fruit and delicate floral notes with bright acidity and a fresh, lively finish. BUY NOW

Cabriz Dão Rosé Colheita Selecionada 2025– Fresh strawberry, raspberry, watermelon, and subtle floral notes with crisp acidity and a refreshing finish. BUY NOW

Quinta da Alorna “Lutra” Tinto Tejo 2024 – Soft and approachable with ripe cherry, raspberry, and plum flavors accented by subtle spice. Medium-bodied with smooth tannins and bright freshness. BUY NOW

Cabriz Reserva Dão Red 2022 – Black cherry, raspberry, forest fruit, and floral notes layered with baking spice and light oak. Medium-bodied with polished tannins and an elegant finish. The 2022 vintage is showing youthful fruit with nice balance and structure. BUY NOW

Quinta Nova Nossa Douro Terroir Reserva 2022 (96 pts, Decanter) – “Glistening with red fruits, blue florals and a touch of spice. Exquisitely fresh and grippy with a pomegranate pith acidity.” BUY NOW

Ten Bends Green Fountains IPA – Hazy and juicy with tropical fruit, citrus, and pine layered over subtle dank, herbal notes. Soft, smooth body with light bready malt and a balanced, slightly sweet finish. ABV = 6%BUY NOW

Commonwealth Brewing Kooks Creamsicle IPA Lager – Orange creamsicle aromas with tangerine, vanilla cream, and soft tropical notes. ABV = 6.5% BUY NOW

Tasting Table Specials!

10% off all tasting table wine & beer.
15% off if you purchase a mix & match case.

Available in-store and online all weekend long!

Saturday Afternoon Wine Tasting w/ Christina

Alexana Hillsides Pinot Gris 2024 – Old-vine Willamette Valley Pinot Gris with white flowers, citrus, pear, and almond. Textured and layered with a fresh, clean finish. BUY NOW

Hogwash Rosé 2024 – Vibrant, approachable California rosé with bright aromas of white lily, strawberry, and grapefruit, and a fresh, clean palate featuring nectarine and mandarin orange. BUY NOW

Alexana Mosaic Pinot Noir 2023 (93 pts, Wine Spectator) – “Lively and fresh, with lovely raspberry and strawberry flavors accented by orange blossoms and fresh violet as this glides on the long, supple, refined finish.” BUY NOW

Cutting Edge Wine Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 (92 pts, James Suckling) – “It’s friendly in texture, full in red and black fruit like cherries and blackberries, full-bodied but moderate in tannins.” BUY NOW

Jax Vineyards Y3 Taureau Red Blend 2023(93 pts, James Suckling) – “Ripe and bold, with aromas of blackberries, plums, cassis, sweet spices and cedar. The palate is full-bodied with firm yet rounded tannins and balanced acidity, giving flavors of dark cherries, cocoa and tobacco. Generous and rich. Predominantly cabernet sauvignon. Drink or hold.” BUY NOW

This Sunday – Only 3 Spots Remain!

Join us for a flavorful South American wine and empanada tasting featuring five handcrafted empanadas from our neighbors Empanadas de Mendoza, each perfectly paired with five wines from across the region. Secure your spot today for $55.

See you this weekend and thank you for shopping local!

Kate, Donna P., Heidi, Valerie, Beth, Melanie, Mari, Patty, Donna B., Matt, Bill, Steve, Rande and Mike

The Wine Cabinet

1416 North Point Village Center

Reston, VA 20194

(703) 668-9463 (WINE)

Shop Hours

Mon – Wed: 11 AM – 7 PM

Thu – Sat: 11 AM – 8 PM

Sun: 11 AM – 6 PM

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