Cintya Jiménez – Retail Wine Shops

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This image is the Shelf Talker. Red wine Chateau Cheval Noir. Deep red in color with an intensely flavored nose and palate. Supplies sumptuous aromas of vanilla, toast and concentrated ripe black fruit. The palate is fruit driven and fleshy, but also contains freshness. It’s also Saint-Émilion Grand Cru.

This Image is a red wine from a region I didn’t know that made wine. From Chile called “LOS VASCOS”, grape variety is Cabernet Sauvignon,2017 Estate grown Colchagua valley, Chile. On top of the label it said Domaine Barons de Rothschild {lafite}. The ALC is 14%.


This image is a red wine from Spain called “Campo Viejo”. The Designation of origin is Rioja Alavesa. The producer is Bodegas Campo Viejo, Vallée de l’Ebre is the region of this wine. the regulated designation is DOCa. Contains 13.5% of Alcohol. The grape variety is Tempranillo 100%. Online the price is $14.50.


This image is the Sparkling wine from Italy. Sparkling wine Caposaldo sparkling peach. Cocktail aromatized from wine and peach flavor. It has 65% ALC , sugar has 15g, calories 110 and the total carbohydrate 15 g (5%). The ingredients are wine, grape, must, sugar, peach, aroma, E102 yellow Tartrazine, Citric acid E330, Italy for Kobrand. The price for this bottle is $139.99.


This image is a red wine from a region I didn’t know that made wine.
called “Layer cake” One hundred percent hand crafted.  Producer Shiraz/ Syrah, from South Australia Vintage is 2017. Price of this wine is $17.99. The aromas of cocoa, warm spice and dark fruit are very powerful from the first whiff. In the mouth, the wine is layered with rich blackberry, dark cherries and hints of dark, creamy chocolate ganache. The finish lingers on, hanging on your palette while the fruit and spice flavors slowly change and fade.


This image is a sparkling wine called Chandon. Born French, raised in California. Founded by Moët & Chandon in 1973. Chandon blends French know-how with California spirit to create vibrant sparkling wines.


This image is a Red Wine of Spain called “Marqués de Cáceres. This rich, full-bodied wine is made only in excellent vintages from hand-picked Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano grapes grown in Rioja Alta. Aged in French and American oak casks, Marques de Caceres Red Crianza has spicy aromas, berry fruit flavors and a velvety finish. Open preferably one hour before serving with hearty dishes, roasts, grilled meats or tapas. Red Wine – Product of Spain.


This image is a white wine from a region that I didn’t know made wine. Lanzerac is a sauvignon Blanc 2017 from South Africa. Lanzerac, established in 1692, is one of the oldest wine farms in the Cape. It’s an iconic cellar with a rich history and a worldwide reputation for well-crafted quality wines. Delicious gooseberry and kiwi-fruit flavors, with white peach undertones and a fresh limey twist. The balanced acidity contributes to a complex, lingering finish. serve between 10-12 C. ALC.13.5%. Stellenbosch.


This image is the second retail wine shop shelf talker. This white wine is from Argentina. Called Zolo Torrontes Estate Grown Mendoza 2018. This bottle cost $19.99. The appellation is Mendoza. The wine type is still. The aromas are dedicated and intense where tropical fruit, jasmine flower are predominant.

I visited the Carnegie Spirits and Wine, which located at 7th Ave and West 54 Street. It is a small establishment, so it was difficult to walk around without bumping into bottles. I asked an old gentleman that was near the register if I can take notes and pictures of some wines. I handed him my assignment sheet. He allowed it showing no interest. While I was looking for red wine, white wine and a bottle of sparkling wine. The shelf talker is a written description of a chosen wine that informs customers of the origin and grape varity.

I was impressed that the bottles had no dust a good presentation for sales. There have been other times that I have witnessed duct coating the wine and liquor bottles on store shelves. I would recommend this store because I took the necessary time to gather information and wasn’t rushed out. But I would have liked the old gentlemen to have approached me for any assistance. There were a lot of bottles from Spain, Spanish Chile, and France. They were categorized by grape variety such as Chardonnay, Burgundy, Pino Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon. I would visit this shop if I was in the area more often.

The second location I visited was near 55th street called Wine & Spirits in midtown manhattan.This store had a lot of space to walk through and approached someone by the register if I can complete my assignment. So, I went around taking pictures and notes but was unable to ask specific questions. Unfortunately, I felt because I was not a customer I was rushed to get this assignment done and leave.

I would not recommend this store to any of my classmates. Once I left the store, I notice a “help- wanted” sign on the window which made me think that they just want someone to work there and not caring too much about customer service. It said a lot about this place just by me being there for a few minutes.

Wine Retail Store Analysis by Louie Panganiban

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At this retail store this was their version of a shelf talker. I believe the owner thought it was clever to just take an excerpt off a website, rather than speak on his own words about the wine on the shelf. 

Gertdrude Tuscana is a red wine that is an affordable table wine from Italy. I found out that its smooth and aged in stainless steal barrels. From what we know, it not being aged in wood barrels may result in a less smoky or vanilla flavor. The cartoon pig was a cute touch.

On this shelf holds slightly more pricey wines. For example this Benefizio Riserva Pomino Bianco holds a price of 47 dollars. I searched online for this exact same bottle and nothing was changed or different. This retail store is selling this bottle for the same price. At first glance I believed it to be a red wine, fooled by looks I picked it up and was surprised to see it was a white wine.

Here we have Domaine Saint Eugenie Corbieres Rogue. I enjoyed the look of wood chips at the bottom because it looks aesthetically pleasing. This is wine is known for having a mix blend of Syrah and Granche. Another great value for the price.

Another simple red wine having all those notes of red berries and slight pepper. This was another very affordable wine going at around 9 dollars. Suggested to buy for someone interested in getting into the large world of wine.

I will not name the wine retail shops for the sake of not having to waste anymore time with them.

The first retail store at first seemed to be interested because I assumed he thought that I was a customer. When I told him I was a student at NYCCT in Hospitality Management studying wine and asked for a little assistance in questions he gave me the cold shoulder, told me to do what ever i have to do and get out. I decided to just leave.

The second retail store I went to said they would be open at 12, but they weren’t so I waited. I checked online to double check the scheduled hours; they were still not opened.

The last and final retail store seemed normal, except the owner. The second I mentioned I was a student at NYCCT studying wines and NOT a customer I was met with hostility. I understand getting irked about not being informed ahead of time of my arrival, but still treat me with kindness because the best advertisement is WORD OF MOUTH. Pictures were fine, however when I asked for just FIVE minutes maybe less for two or three questions they couldn’t due to being too “busy” when right before I approached him he was just playing games on his phone. I could see now why your store was empty and I pray it remains this way.

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This is Brut, the name associated with sparkling wine from the Cava region of Spain made with the Methode Traditionnelle. The wine itself has notes of green apples, pears, with a touch of ginger, and a sweet taste with, a little bit of dryness on the pallet. Honestly I would pair with a fruity desert something like mixed berry flan as the dryness in the Brut will tamp down any excess sugar present. Overall a good time to drink. 

This is another “Shelf Talker” from the Czech Republic a region I did not know produce wine. Called “Pink Gummy Bear”described by a relative newcomer in wine making by the name of Milan Nestarec as “My Spirit Animal”. The varietal is a red grape called Zweigelt. This wine has hints of red fruit, dried herbs, again described a forest floor taste with an added bonus for those who prefers things natural this wine comes with the title of “practicing organic”. Personally I would consume this with a red meat most likely braised skirt steak, potatoes with a brown roux sauce. Something hardy.

 

This is a sweet red wine from Spain made with Cabernet Franc red grapes. This wine is imported by Vino Imports located in the Bronx New York. Its sweet with a deep brilliant cherry red color. It has notes of citrus specifically orange, with a nice harmony between the fruits, and tannin’s with an light body, and a medium finish. This can be consumed with a entree, but usually with appetizers.

 

This is a red wine “Shelf Talker” from Castilla-La Mancha Spain. This one is unusual as its made with a red grape called Grenacha, or Grenache which I already know, and another red grape known as Moravia Agria which is a less known regional variety. This wine when smelled has notes of spices, cedar, while when tasted has notes of black cherries, prunes, with earthly undertones. Certified organic, and pairs with spaghetti, and meatballs with a nice cherry tomato sauce.

 

North American wine on NPR, Listen and Learn

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This is from 2013 but still so relevant. An exploration of wine in North America, not only California. Jancis Robinson describes wines from New York, New Mexico and Virginia among other non traditional regions.

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(http://www.npr.org/blogs/thesalt/2013/03/16/174431437/wine-revolution-as-drinkers-and-growers-u-s-declares-independence)

Valor Teytelman- Retail Assignment- Astor Wine and spirits

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"Shelf Talker"

This red wine from Spain has notes of Hibiscus, mint, cardamom, thyme and juicy red fruit. Apparently, Riojas are usually aged for 20 years after purchase in a humidifier but the staff seems to think this version fresh out the store is better.

sparkling

This sparkling wine is actually an American wine, produced by french transplants in New Mexico. The wine sales associate at Astor wines told me it was his favorite of the sparkling variety. It is 75% Chardonnay and 25% pinot noir, with refreshing notes of grapefruit, green apple and lime zest.

bosnia

A red wine from a region I did not know made wine was from Bosnia. Actually, Herzegovina, which is home to many gypsies and beautiful musicians. Plava Greda, by Brkic winery is made from Blatina Grapes, it is a savory wine that complements soy sauce and mushrooms.

shelf talker

The shelf talker is called “No Sapiens” and was a staff pick from an also strange geographical location from wine, Mexico. It is a medium-bodied red whose producers, Bichi, are unsure of what grape is being used. They assume it is Dolcetto but cannot seem to figure it out.