Metro Wines Blog
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Customer CC Wrote:
"Metro wines is one of my favorite local businesses in Asheville. They consistently go above and beyond and impress me every time without ever trying. I’m never scared to be myself in here and I’m as basic as it comes in the wine knowledge department. It’s easy to know when I like a wine but I don’t know enough to be any kind of expert and often fail to verbalize a description. When I come in, the staff is so friendly, knowledgeable, and approachable. I give them some weird vague detail about what I want or the occasion I want it for and they somehow nail it EVERY TIME!! I can name any price point (not feel judged) and they intrinsically know exactly what my heart is asking for. THANK YOU Metro Wine team! It is an honor to be your loyal customer!"
MetroWines Replied:
"Hello Loyal Customer! Thank you for characterizing our staff as "approachable." Before I knew much about wine, I confess to feeling intimidated in a wine shop, sure the staff, realizing my lack of knowledge, would convince me to buy some geeky wine that really would not pair with my polenta. When we opened MetroWines, we decided that an "approachable" (what we call non-pretentious) atmosphere was the goal. And I still appreciate this easy communication. More often than not, I find myself asking our buyer, Andy, if the name on the bottle is the region or the winery! Hope to meet you soon. If you are not subscribed to our Sunday Newsletter, "The Public Palate,"(https://metrowinesasheville.com/metro-wines/join-the-email-list) this email is the best way to stay informed on all out events. For example: Andy is pouring a few of the many versions of Chenin Blanc and telling all who stop by ALL about this versatile grape in the engaging way that only Andy can. Join us on Wednesday, February 12, 4-6 @MetroWines on Charlotte Street! And thank you for writing to us."
PALentine's Day Tasting
News Release: Friday, January 31st, 2025
About: Wine Tasting at Quench Wine Bistro on February 12th!
Join us for a PALentine's Day on Wednesday, February 12th from 4-6 at Quench! Wine Bistro in Reynolds Village. Palentine's Day is a day to celebrate love and friendship.
The tasting of "wines to share" will be hosted by Juniper Cooper of Johnson Brothers/Mutual, who hosts the Wine Wednesday Tasting at Quench Wine Bistro on the second Wednesday of every month. The tasting is "at the QBar" and "on the house." Parking is free, close and easy.
Save the date and stand by for the announcement of wines on the taste! Bring your Pal !!
And, as always, Chef Sam says: "Come for the Tasting and stay for dinner!."
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Contact: Gina Trippi
It's the Next BIG Thing!
"Big Shop Selection. Small Shop Service"
(828) 575-9525
News Release: Monday, January 20th, 2025
About: Wine Pairing Dinner for Valentine's Day
"The Aphrodite Dinner at Quench!" in Reynolds Village for Valentine's Day is set for Friday, February 14th with two seatings, 5pm and 7pm. Chef Sam Pairs Wines to Courses on his (barely legal) Menu. The evening is $150 plus tax per person. Parking in Reynolds Village is free, close and easy! And Quench! offers Downtown Asheville Food and Wine in a sophisticated but casual setting.
Aphrodite, ancient Greek goddess of sexual love and beauty, identified with Venus by the Romans. The Greek word aphros means “foam.” Hesiod relates in his Theogony that Aphrodite was born from white foam produced in Heaven. Aphrodite was, in fact, widely worshipped as a goddess of the sea and of seafaring; she was also honored as a goddess of war, especially at Sparta, Thebes and Cyprus. She was, however, known primarily as a goddess of love and fertility and even occasionally presided over marriage. Brittanica: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Aphrodite-Greek-mythology
Chef Sam's menu is based on all the story of Aprodite involves, a culinary expression of this legend of love.
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MENU: https://quenchavl.com/blog/aphrodite-dinner-for-valentines-day-at-quench
* Setting the Mood -Paired with Duval-Leroy Champagne
Artisan Breads, beef tallow butter candle, black Hawaiian sea salt, Frattoria La viola EVOO
* Kama Sutra - paired with Chateau de Fleys Chablis
-Crispy fried oysters with remoulade
-Dates stuffed with mascarpone, candied bacon, pistachio
-Beet cured salmon, lemon dill goat cheese, rye toast
* Leaf by Leaf, Kiss by Kiss-paired with Girland “Patricia” Pinot Noir
Arugula, endive, aged balsamic, forbidden fruits, duck prosciutto, Fior D’Arancio fromage bleu
* Sins of the Flesh-paired with Iron + Sand Cabernet Sauvignon
Filet Mignon, sauce Belle Epoque, potato tartiflette, asparagus, gambas al ajillo
* Happy Ending (Can be served to go if the mood hits)
Chocolate pot de crème with strawberry gelee, chocolate dipped strawberries, strawberry chocolate truffles, strawberry rose dust
* Setting the Mood -Paired with Duval-Leroy Champagne
Artisan Breads, beef tallow butter candle, black Hawaiian sea salt, Frattoria La viola EVOO
* Kama Sutra - paired with Chateau de Fleys Chablis
-Crispy fried oysters with remoulade
-Dates stuffed with mascarpone, candied bacon, pistachio
-Beet cured salmon, lemon dill goat cheese, rye toast
* Leaf by Leaf, Kiss by Kiss-paired with Girland “Patricia” Pinot Noir
Arugula, endive, aged balsamic, forbidden fruits, duck prosciutto, Fior D’Arancio fromage bleu
* Sins of the Flesh-paired with Iron + Sand Cabernet Sauvignon
Filet Mignon, sauce Belle Epoque, potato tartiflette, asparagus, gambas al ajillo
* Happy Ending (Can be served to go if the mood hits)
Chocolate pot de crème with strawberry gelee, chocolate dipped strawberries, strawberry chocolate truffles, strawberry rose dust
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***Seatings for Dinner on Friday, February 14th
5pm Seating:
https://metro-wines.shoplightspeed.com/we-are-offering-
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7pm Seating
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Note: Dinners with Chef Sam at Quench! sell out QUICKLY. Reserve your seat NOW.
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Questions?
Call Kelly Haskin at Quench! (828) 412-3340
Charlotte Street! It's the Next BIG Thing!
"Big Shop Selection. Small Shop Service"
(828) 575-9525
Australian Wine Tasting
with Chris Curtis of Winebow
Wednesday, Janaury 22nd, 3:30-5:30
@MetroWines on Charlotte Street
"at the bar" and "on the house"
Why Australia? Chris Says:
"It's cold as sin here, but it's warm summer in Australia. Come travel vicariously.
The Australian Open tennis tournament is in full swing. Come pick up a few bottles to drink whilst watching.
These are far from the overblown, over-extracted wines of yesteryear. Fresh Sauvignon Blanc (at 12% alcohol!), dry Riesling (11.5% alcohol!, 92 pts Wine Enthusiast!), a Margaret River Cabernet that's like a beautiful dream cross between Bordeaux and Sonoma, and a Shiraz from one of the pioneers of the Australian organic/biodynamic movement."
TASTING:
Shaw & Smith SB (Adelaide Hills)
Pikes Clare Valley Dry Riesling
Howard Park Miamup Cab (Margaret River)
Paxton MV Shiraz (McLaren Vale)
When wine enthusiasts relocate to Asheville from regions known for their vineyards, they often worry about losing their cherished winery memberships and that direct connection to favorite vintners. Yet after discovering Metro Wines, many find themselves happily canceling their last remaining winery club subscriptions.