Fall 2024

FALL 2024

It has been a hot summer, but like it or not fall and cooler weather is on its way. If you stopped for the warm months, many of you may transition to drinking big reds.  While Jan and I continue to enjoy white wines and rosé during the fall and winter months, I understand that is not everybody’s cup of wine. If you are drinking red wine this fall, we will be glad to help you find some new favorites to enjoy with the heavier fare of autumn and, if you don’t like change, we can get your old favorites. 

We will commence with our monthly Pizza Buffet/Tastings in October, always a crowd pleaser. Please see below for further details. 

We look forward to seeing you as life moves indoors. As always, thank you for your support and friendship!

David and Jan

Pizza Buffet and Wine Tasting–Big Reds

For October, we will offer four big reds to complement Jan’s sourdough pizza. We will feature three wines from California and one from Italy all closeouts discounted 40% or more!
These are all great food wines and will perfectly complement the pizza offered at this tasting. We hope to see you!  

Please tell us at the time you make your reservation if you have dietary restrictions/allergies or need a vegetarian option.

The DetailsDate: Saturday, October 19

Time: 2-4 pm

Buffet: Chef Jan’s Sourdough Pizza with a Variety of Sides

Wines: 

Duxoup Charbono Napa Valley 2014 $14.99 (was $26.99)
Voces Cabernet Sauvignon El Viajero Sonoma 2019 $19.99 (was $35.99)
Treasure Hunter Cabernet Sauvignon Cabland Napa 2020 $24.99 (was $59.99) 
 
Cost: $25/person
 
Call: 513•231•9463  or email for reservations

Email David for Reservations

Call David: 513• 231• 9463

EASE INTO FALL WITH THIS FOOD AND WINE PAIRING

This traps the heats and steams the sandwich a bit, helping create that gooey texture.

Be gentle with the heat

Medium to medium low will result in a  perfect sandwich 

Jan’s pairing suggestion
 Although the inclusion of the pickle initially threw Jan off, she suggests a sparkling wine (particularly a German sparkling). We have dozens from which to choose. 
 

INGREDIENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS:

(Serves 2)

4 slices of your favorite bread
6 ounces shredded or very thinly sliced Gruyere cheese 
6 slices of Genoa salami, pepperoni or other cured meat of choice
6-8 pickle rounds
 2 tablespoons cream cheese
Mayonnaise for spreading

• Lay pickle slices on a paper towel and pat dry
• Divide cheese in four equal portions.
• Lay one portion each on two pieces of bread.
• Top with 3 pieces of meats, then spread cream cheese (if using) on each piece of bread
• Top with 3-4 pickle slices, jalapeños (if using) and the rest of portions of cheese for each sandwich.  Top each sandwich with the remaining bread slice.
• Spread mayonnaise on the top slices of bread. 
• Heat a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over MED-LOW heat.  
• Place prepared sandwich, mayonnaise side down, in skillet and cook, and press down slightly with spatula
• Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.  
• Spread mayonnaise on the top slice of bread and flip the sandwich over
• Cover the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes

Serve with a great glass of wine and enjoy!

Unusual Drinking Laws Around the World

Just in case you decide to leave Cincinnati for a trip, here are some quirky laws regarding drinking you may find of use.  It is highly unlikely these laws on the books would be enforced, but you never know.
 
Does your trip involve livestock?

In Scotland, it is illegal to be drunk and in charge of a cow. Actually, the same goes for the U.S. 
 
How about your mode of transportation?

In Colorado, it is illegal to drink while on horseback.

In Germany, it is illegal to ride a bike while drunk.
 
Fancy going to a bar while away?

Just remember, in the UK, it is illegal to be drunk in a pub.
 
Wives, you have great power and no power, depending on where you travel.

In Pennsylvania, a man must obtain a note of permission from his wife before purchasing any form of alcohol for his own personal use.
 
In Bolivia, married women can only drink one glass of wine at bars.

Watch your choice of glass!

Yes, it’s still on the books. It is illegal to drink any form of wine from a teacup in Kansas.

And finally, we Ohioans have our own weird law.

In Ohio, it is illegal to get a fish drunk.

RUBY PORT AND S’MORES

The next time you make the quintessential fall treat, try pairing your s’more with Ruby Port.  This dessert wine matches the sweetness in the marshmallow and graham cracker while the fruit of the wine complements the chocolate.

Fancy up that campfire!

Search for Ports on our Site

GATHERINGS

Host your next event or get-together at Water Tower Fine Wines. Being privately owned, we are flexible, creative, and accommodating. Suggestions include:

Book Clubs • Ladies Night Out • Trivia Night •Study Group • Game Night • Birthday Party • Movie Night • Special Interest Group • Catered Events • Pop-Up Event • Hobby Group • Retirement Party

Bring your own food or ask Jan to cater; she takes on a select few catering events each year.  Call to see if you can be one of the lucky few!

Host a Private Event

YOU HAVE A CARD UP YOUR SLEEVE; KEEP THESE ON HAND!

Many of life’s cherished moments happen around a gathering where great wine is being enjoyed with family and friends.  Give people in your life a present they will truly enjoy–a gift certificate or Wine Station card from our store.  Certificates and Wine Station cards come in any denomination you choose; the lucky recipient gets to select the perfect wine for themselves.  
Keep a few on hand for upcoming events–birthdays, promotions, anniversaries, retirements, and graduations, to name a few.  Our gift certificates and Wine Station cards are a wonderful way of saying congratulations or thank you; having some on hand ensures you are always ready for the next big life event. Call the number below to speak to David about purchasing.
A bit magical, wouldn’t you say?

513•231•9463