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The holidays have officially begun! Whether it’s Christmas or wrapping up the end of the year, it’s time to celebrate. Check out 3 wines to cheers with this season: 

Cigar Box Malbec 

Cigar Box Malbec mixes the passion for the winemaking process and dedication to the cigar-making process. The winemakers of the Malbec valley select the grapes from old vines to be hand-harvested, then the wine spent 12 months in charred French Oak Barrels. If you are looking for a deep, rich, and complex wine, then Cigar Box Malbec is a perfect choice. 

Alsace Gentil Hugel 

Alsace Gentil Hugel is aromatic and dry. With the first sip, notes of yellow plums, rose, quince, and citrus zests present themselves. As the palate unfolds, there is a delicate and graceful finish. This wine is great to toast with friends on New Year's Eve! 

Placido Chianti 

Made in Tuscany, this wine has a hint of violets and a dry, harmonious taste. Placido Chianti is delightful and pairs well with a variety of foods such as meats and pasta. This wine awaits your next holiday party with friends and family.

As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s time to prepare delicious food and bring out the red wine! There are 2 zinfandels and 1 pinot noir that’s calling your name this holiday season. Find out more about these red wines here: 

Seghesio Sonoma County Zin 

Seghesio Sonoma County Zin has an expressive burst of aromas of deep dark fruits that lead into layered tones of lifted red fruit and a soft, luscious mid-palate. This wine begins with a juicy, vibrant entry and has a long, complex finish.

Illahe Willamette Pinot Noir 

Illahe Willamette Pinot Noir has aromas of blueberry compote, kola nut, dried cranberry, and graphite that lead into flavors of tamarind paste, violet, quince, Thai basil, and cedar chest. This wine finishes with more fruit, a little baking spice, and silky tannins, which is perfect for this fall season. 

Seghesio Old Vine Zin

Seghesio Old Vine Zin has notes of ripe blackberry and baking spices. The reason this Seghesio is termed “Old Vine Zin” is that the wine was produced from vines that are at least 50 years old. This gives the wine a rich entry of plum and cherry, giving way to a full mid-palate of smooth tannins and intense structure.

The best unofficial holiday of the year is here: Friendsgiving! Spend the day with your friends, food, and good beer. The beer options this holiday season are unlimited, but here are 3 beers you have to bring to your Friendsgiving get-together:

Wiseacre Tiny Bomb 

Wiseacre Tiny Bomb is made with German pilsner malt and is spiked with local wildflower honey. Both crisp and smooth, this Pale Lager is perfect to share with friends!  

Wild Heaven Sunburst

Wild Heaven Sunburst is the perfect mix of a classic and modern IPA. A touch of bitterness that also has juicy, tropical notes, and ends with a crisp finish. This IPA with modern hops is great to bring to Friendsgiving! 

Goat Island Blood Orange

Goat Island Blood Orange is a gorgeous orange-to-pink beer that is refreshing. A lush sweet orange aroma hits you from your first sip. This drinkable beer is great to share with friends this Friendsgiving!

Pumpkin Spice Old Fashioned Cocktail 

(*Serves 1)

It’s pumpkin spice season! Celebrate in style with this simple and delicious Pumpkin Spice Old Fashioned cocktail recipe: 

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces of Ole Smoky Pumpkin Spice Cream
• ½ ounce pumpkin spice simple syrup
• 5 dashes of herbal bitters
• 1 whiskey ice cube
• 1 cinnamon stick for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a cocktail mixing glass or shaker with Ole Smoky Pumpkin Spice cream, pumpkin spice simple syrup, bitters, and a handful of ice. 
2. Stir or shake well.
3. Add whiskey ice to an Old Fashioned glass and pour the mixture over top. 
4. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and enjoy!