National Bourbon Heritage Month
Did you know? The month of September is National Bourbon Heritage Month.…
California Wine Month
September is California Wine Month, which is the state’s annual harvest celebration.…
National Drink Beer Day
This coming Monday, September 28, is National Drink Beer Day.…
National Punch Day: Recipes To Try
We’ve searched high and low to find these easy-to-make punch recipes that are seasonal and oh so yummy!…
Wine ConneXtion: One Thing You Can Count On in These Uncertain Times
The Merrimack Valley has its fair share of wine and liquor stores.…
Sunday Staygate Football Themed Drinks
Since fans can’t head over to Gillette Stadium through September, watching the game at home with your family and a few friends is the best – and safest – way to support our local team.…
Sunday Staygate Beer Recommendations
Since fans can’t head over to Gillette Stadium through September, watching the game at home with your family and a few friends is the best – and safest – way to support our local team.…
Chianti 101: All You Need to Know about this Classic Italian Wine
Just like Bordeaux or Champagne, Chianti gets its name not from the grape that is used to make the wine, which is Sangiovese, but from the region where it is made.…
Exclusive Cream of Kentucky “Extra Cream”
Exclusive Cream of Kentucky 11.5 Loch & K(e)y selection “Extra Cream” signed by Jim Rutledge.…
Labor Day Weekend Cocktail Recipes
Can you believe it’s Labor Day weekend? How do you plan to celebrate the upcoming long weekend?…
How to Celebrate National Rum Day
Sunday, August 16th is National Rum Day! A favorite spirit of many, be sure to celebrate this special day with your favorite rum or blended cocktail.…
What is Prosecco and How is it Made?
Named after the village of Prosecco, prosecco is a DOC or DOCG sparkling white wine made from the Glera grape (formerly called Prosecco) from the Veneto or Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions in northern Italy.…
How to Celebrate National Prosecco Day
Even though this special day falls on a weekday, it’s certainly worthy of raising a glass to celebrate!…
Old Elk First Single Barrel Picks in MA Chosen By Loch and K(e)Y
Based in Westborough, MA, the Loch and K(e)Y society is an organization that is committed to providing customers with hand-selected, barrel-picked American whiskeys, blended scotch whiskeys, bourbons and single malt scotches of the highest quality.…
Christmas in July: Christmas Punch
This punch is easy to make and oh so delicious and refreshing for your Christmas in July celebration.…
Christmas in July: Santa’s Margarita
Ingredients: 1 cup frozen raspberries 3 ounces tequila (WC Choice: Ocho Plata Tequila) 2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice 1 ounce triple sec orange liqueur 2 teaspoons sugar Garnishes: frozen raspberries, lime slice, rosemary or mint Glass rim: extra sugar Did You Know?…
Enjoy Our Red Wine Party Pak on Christmas in July
We have hand picked these four outstanding wines featured in our Red Wine Pick-Up Party Pak that can be enjoyed this Christmas in July… and every other day this season!…
Rose Wine Party Pak
We’re in the full swing of summer, which is THE season for rosé.…
White Wine Party Pak
Have you heard about our Pick-Up Party Paks? Featured this week is our White Wine 4-Pak.…
Red, White and Brew…and Rose Too!
We wish you a safe and joyful celebration of this remarkable day of our nation’s history!…
50% Off Carriage Sale
This is a sale we dubbed “Great Deals, Great Steals!”…
Must-Try Summer Wines
Looking for a bright, crisp bottle of wine to enjoy on these hot and humid days?…
Why Customers Love Us
There are plenty of wine and liquor stores in the Merrimack Valley, so why do so many customers love to shop at Wine ConneXtion?…
Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Looking for the perfect gift for dad? Wine ConneXtion has several suggestions on gifts dad will love.…
Introducing Pick-up Party Paks
We’re getting back to business, and like all others out there, figuring out our “new normal.” …
Getting Out, Getting Together: Bar in the Backyard
If you’ve got ample space in your backyard to practice social distancing, invite a friend or two over for some drinks and conversation, making sure your patio chairs are positioned many feet apart.…
Getting Out, Getting Together: Cookout with Friends
Brainstorming ways to get together with friends while staying safe?…
Getting Out, Getting Together: Backyard Movie Night
Looking for more ways to safely get together? Try entertaining a few friends to a backyard movie night.…
Getting Out, Getting Together: Backyard Campfire
As restrictions start getting lifted, folks are seeking out ways to get together while staying safe.…
Easy Grilling Guide: Grilled Flank Steak
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds flank steak 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika 2 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided 3 ears corn, shucked 2 large zucchini, halved lengthwise 1 pint cherry tomatoes FOR THE OLIVE OIL MIXTURE 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 2 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Directions: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, rosemary, red wine vinegar and garlic; season with salt and pepper, to taste.…
Easy Grilling Guide: BBQ Chicken Breasts
Ingredients: 1 cup ketchup 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed 1 tablespoon molasses 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon ground mustard 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves Directions: Whisk together ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, molasses, Worcestershire, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper and 1/4 cup water.…
Easy Grilling Guide: Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skewers
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoons cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 (12.8-ounce) package smoked andouille sausage, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives FOR THE SRIRACHA CREAM SAUCE 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Sriracha, or more, to taste* 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk Directions: To make the Sriracha cream sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha and condensed milk in a small bowl; set aside.…
Mimosas Three Ways
1. Strawberry Grapefruit Mimosa Ingredients Mas Fi Brut Cava grapefruit juice Fresh strawberries, sliced Thyme, for garnish How to Make It Combine grapefruit juice and several sliced strawberries in a cocktail shaker.…
Three Foods to Spice Up Your Cinco de Mayo
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Recipe of the Day – Pesto Lasagna Rolls
We found this delicious (and easy) recipe on Food Network for Pesto Lasagna Rolls – and we wouldn’t be Wine ConneXtion if we didn’t offer great pairing recommendations!…
Recipe of the Day – Super Sloppy Joes
We found this delicious (and easy) recipe on Food Network for super Sloppy Joes – and we wouldn’t be Wine ConneXtion if we didn’t offer great pairing recommendations!…
Recipe of the Day – Tex-Mex Chicken Parmesan
We found this delicious (and easy) recipe on Food Network for Tex-Mex Chicken Parmesan – and we wouldn’t be Wine ConneXtion if we didn’t offer great pairing recommendations!…
Recipe of the Day – Perfect Pot Roast
We found this delicious (and easy) recipe on Food Network for perfect pot roast – and we wouldn’t be Wine ConneXtion if we didn’t offer great pairing recommendations!…
Recipe of the Day – Simple Chicken Soup
We found this delicious (and easy) recipe on Food Network for soul-warming chicken soup – and we wouldn’t be Wine ConneXtion if we didn’t offer great pairing recommendations!…
Recipe of the Day – Meat Loaf
We found this delicious (and easy) recipe on Food Network for hearty meatloaf – and we wouldn’t be Wine ConneXtion if we didn’t offer great pairing recommendations!…
Recipe of the Day – Macaroni and Cheese
We found this delicious (and easy) recipe on Food Network for comforting macaroni and cheese – and we wouldn’t be Wine ConneXtion if we didn’t offer great pairing recommendations!…
Recipe of the Day – Garlicky Ham and Swiss
We found this delicious (and easy) recipe on Food Network that makes great use of leftover ham – and we wouldn’t be Wine ConneXtion if we didn’t offer great pairing recommendations!…
A Stay-at-Home Guide to Spring Cocktails
Vodka Collins Ingredients 2 ounces Smugglers’ Notch Organic Vodka 1 ounce fresh lemon juice 1/2 ounce simple syrup 1 splash of club soda Garnish: 1 orange slice & 1 Maraschino cherry How To Make It Pour the Smugglers’ Notch Organic Vodka, lemon juice and syrup in a collins glass with ice.…
Three Styles of Beer to Try this Spring
Idle Hands Farmhouse Pale Ale. Easy drinking farmhouse ale with an American twist.…
Five New Spring Wines to Try
Dry Creek Chenin Blanc. Lighter style and floral flavor profile.…
Easter Candy Pairing Guides
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Easter Dinner Pairing Guide
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Happy National Beer Day
Happy National Beer Day, everyone! This national holiday is celebrated every year on April 7, the day that the Cullen-Harrison Act was enacted in 1933 legalizing the sale of beer and wine of low alcohol content in the United States.…
An Update from Our Owners
Last week, we shared the safeguards we’re taking at Wine ConneXtion to ensure that our customers, staff and community stay safe and healthy.…
What’s New in Our Tasting Machines
Our Try Before You Buy program gives our customers a valuable, unique opportunity that isn’t offered elsewhere.…
A Note Regarding COVID-19
The health and well-being of our customers, staff and the community is our number one priority.…
All About Paso’s Hidden Gems
**Please note, this event will be rescheduled!** All through March, Wine ConneXtion we will be featuring wines from the Paso Robles Region of California.…
Pour It On with Portugal Tasting Event
Join us from 1:00PM – 5:00PM on Saturday, February 15 at our store location for this complimentary tasting event in order to explore the finer wines of Portugal.…
Beer, Bourbon & Chocolate: The Valentine’s Day Edition
Beer. Bourbon. Chocolate. What do these things have in common?…
A Tour of Great Italian Wines
Italy is synonymous with great wine. Home to some of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world, there are twenty throughout the country with unique, distinct characteristics.…
Did You Know? Wine ConneXtion Has a Try Before You Buy Program!
Have you ever bought a “great” bottle of wine only to later find that you just don’t like the taste?…
Holiday Wine 101 – Guide To Buying Bubbles For New Year’s Eve
With the biggest day of the year for pouring a bubbly beverage quickly approaching, we have put together the guide below to help you find the best bubbles to ring in the new decade.…
Holiday Wine 101 – Holiday Dinner Wine Pairings
Having trouble with your holiday dinner wine pairings? Whether you are cooking up a ham, red meat, poultry or fish, our holiday dinner wine pairings guide (below!)…
Holiday Wine 101 – Holiday Party Cocktail Menu
Hosting a holiday gathering is a lot of fun, but it also takes a lot of work.…
Holiday Wine 101 – Wine To Serve On Thanksgiving
Wondering what type of wine to serve on Thanksgiving? We have put together a Thanksgiving Beverage Guide, with some professional picks on what wine to serve guests and when!…
Infographic: An Illustrated Look at Our Ten Years in Business
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Wine ConneXtion Welcomes Farrah Felten-Jolley
Wine ConneXtion Welcomes Farrah Felten-Jolley As part of our ten year anniversary celebration, Wine ConneXtion is excited to welcome Klinker Brick Winery with special guest Farrah Felten-Jolley for an in-store tasting event on October 19, 2019.…
Canard Vineyard: Its Story, Land & People
Canard Vineyard has produced hand-crafted wines for over thirty years.…
Wine ConneXtion Celebrates Its 10 Year Anniversary
Attend one of the many ‘Cheers to 10 Years’ events taking place throughout October as Wine ConneXtion marks this major milestone.…
Michael David “Freakshow” Chardonnay
Michael David Winery Introduces… “Freakshow” Chardonnay!…
Welcome, Farrah Felton-Jolley of Klinker Brick Winery!
The Felten Family own and manage fifteen individual vineyard blocks of “Old Vine” Zinfandel that range in age from 40 to 120 years old.…
What makes Canard Vineyard so special?
Canard Vineyard has been creating hand crafted wines in Napa Valley since 1984.…
Who is David Phillips of Michael David Winery?
Dave Phillips (aka “David”) Co-Owner & President Early adopter of farmer’s markets, underage winemaker, long distance runner, UC Davis alum, champion of Lodi Wines, cork dork, brother, husband, father, outdoor enthusiast.…
Smugglers Notch Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Our Straight Bourbon Whiskey is formulated through purposefully sourcing the finest distillate, careful aging and exacting blending of the distinctive flavors of corn, rye, and malted barley. …
Tozai “Blossoms of Peace” Plum Sake
Aromas of almond and marzipan followed by plum, apricot, and cherry on the palate.…
DOLCEORO MOSCATO D’ ASTI 2016 (Italy)
This Moscato D’Asti features grapes harvested from the Asti DOCG region in the southern part of Piedmont, Italy.…
Santa’s Helper’s List
Saturday, December 23rd, 2017 from 1:00PM to 5:00PM Who better to make suggestions than the people who work with wine all day long?…
1792 Full Proof Microbatch Loch & K(e)y Selection
Rough age state estimate around 8.5 years. With an undisclosed mash bill thought to be around 75% corn, 15% Rye, and 10% Malted barley.…
Jordon Chardonnay 2014 (California)
Enticing aromas of pear, kiwi and lychee. The palate is round, creamy and refined, with layers of lemon curd, bright acidity and a kiss of caramel from barrel aging.…
Wheat Whiskey
Learn more here.…
Winter Tasting Schedule
CLICK HERE TO VIEW PRINTABLE VERSION OF HOLIDAY SCHEDULE …
Seven wines to make holiday hearts sing
It’s been a busy few weeks attending wine tastings at local shops and here are some or my recommendations for your consideration.…
The best selections are made in good tastings
Now is the time to be considering your wine purchases for the holidays, looking for special deals that will save money and also offer the opportunity to get wonderful wines at bargain prices.…
Autumn a great blend of weather, wine
Warm Indian summer days and cool autumn nights, the perfect weather to enjoy a relaxing vacation with your favorite friend(s) and wine.…
What’s Up This Weekend: North of Boston Wine Week
3rd Year where area’s finest businesses offer great deals from specialty crafter wine tastings, wine dinners and wine pairings.…
Backing up the biggest surprise; new discoveries (VIDEO)
I’ve received 14 emails from readers who commented on my challenge to buy 12 bottles of quality wine for less than $100.…
North of Boston Wine Week
See what our culinary friends to the north have to offer during the third annual North of Boston Wine Week.…
The Wine ConneXtion Transforms into Art Gallery
When the Wine ConneXtion first opened its doors four years ago, co-owners Sam and Tina Messina had envisioned creating a cultural experience where the customer could be exposed to the finest art, wine and cuisine that their community had to offer.…
North of Boston Wine Week
North of Boston Wine Week. In honor of the annual North of Boston Wine Week, Tryst Restaurant located in Arlington, MA is offering guests a special wine pairing.…
Learn German Wines with The Wine ConneXtion
When we celebrate Oktoberfest (or die Wiesn, as the Germans call it), we usually partake in pork, pretzels, potato pancakes, and, of course, beer.…
Sept. 8-15: North of Boston Wine Week
North of Boston Wine Week will take place from Sept. 8-15 Click here for more information.…
North of Boston Wine Week
North of Boston Wine Week is a week-long event celebrating the North Shore as a premier destination for fine wine and food.…
Mission accomplished: The case of winde for under $100 is full
It’s easy to buy a 12-bottle case of wine of one brand.…
North of Boston Wine Week Begins This September
“Buy Local. Drink Global,” is the slogan of this year’s North of Boston Wine Week (NOBOWW).…
Give a vintage gift for Father’s Day- wine
Guess what goes well with a Father’s Day card? A nice bottle of wine.…
It’s May Day for wine tastings in the Valley
Several free wine tasting events are filling up the May calendar, beginning on Saturday, May 4, at Tutto Bene Wine & Cheese Cellar in Lowell.…
Shoppers make ConneXtion with House of Messina
Sam and Tina Messina are a pretty good brother-sister team, complementing each other at their Wine ConneXtion enterprise just like the perfect pairing of a grilled veal chop and an elegant 2007 Gaja Brunello di Montalcino.…
Time to start cellaring red wines
If you’ve been to your favorite wine shop lately you’ve probably noticed a brighter interior than usual.…
Boston Wine Tasting & Events
The Wine ConneXtion, located in North Andover, will present the truth about Italian wine with a complimentary tasting “Italy Uncorked” from the world’s largest and most diverse wine producing country.…
Cotes du Rhone and Cheese
By Victoria Brown: There is a notion that cheese and wine is a match made in heaven, but it is not as simple as throwing any red wine together with whatever cheese you happen to be serving. …
An Afternoon with the Diva of Wines
The Wine ConneXtion is going to be opening bottles of luxury Pinot Noir – and you can join.…
The Wine ConneXtion to present “90 Points & Above” encore tasting
Due to the overwhelming popularity of its “90 Points and Above,” tasting this fall the Wine ConneXtion has announced an encore edition giving guests another opportunity to sample these highly rated wines.…
‘Love in Portofino’ blooms with Bocelli, his wine
I had tasted the wine other the weekend at the Wine ConneXtion on Main Street in North Andover and oicked up a bottle.…
Glimpse the glamour of the Oscars for free at ‘Oscar Red Carpet Tasting
Get a glimpse of the glitz and glamour of the Oscars for free on Oscars Eve!…
Deal of the Day
In honor of the Oscars, the Wine Connextion is hosting a special wine tasting fit for the red carpet.…