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“After
more than four years of planning, Coastal Wine Connection is finally
a reality,” explain owners Brian and Sheree Holloway, who also
manage a shop in Hawaii. “We offer customers the opportunity
to choose from carefully The soothingly colored yellow interior complements the hand-assembled wine racks and brushed steel, stoneware-topped wine tasting table. Even the logo is customized, with each grape in the bunch representing an immediate family member. Wine books, maps, and magazines throughout the store for the customer’s reading are a notable touch. Adorning the wall are pieces by featured local artists. Hawaiian music invites customers to relax as they browse. If you are unfamiliar with wine or how to pair it with a meal or social setting, though, do not fret. “Selecting the perfect wine is easy, as the staff at Coastal Wine Connection can match individual preferences with the array of wines available,” says Brian. “There is a story behind every wine, and we are happy to share that with the customer.” With more than 350 individual featured labels from numerous regions, states, and countries, there is a wine to meet everyone’s taste and price range. Over 60 Virginia wines can be found. Dessert wines, suitable for after dinner or to complement a dessert, are a sweet idea for any meal. Currently a Virginia wine-tasting judge and a writer for the Virginia Wine Gazette, Brian gained much of his experience from assisting in the opening of a vineyard and by working closely with notable wine experts for many years. Through building close relationships with these individuals, Brian is able to obtain hard-to-locate wines that are new to the region for his customers. Port Warwick residents even have a delivery option! Sheree carefully selects the featured food and gift items. Items include cheeses, gift baskets, and an assortment of products made in Virginia. “Gift baskets can be arranged for any occasion and with a variety of specialty items,” says Sheree. Cheese favorites include dill havarti, peccorino, gruyere, feta, and manchego. Pineapple or orange jams, crackers, biscuits, and nuts are a few of the many featured Virginia products. Terracotta and wire mesh are among the variety of available baskets. Gift certificates are also available. Coastal Wine Connection also features a selection of beer from near and far, including American, German, and Belgian microbrews. Seasonal beers can be found as well. After Brian’s introduction to a special Belgian brew several years ago, he has tried to offer a varied selection of beer unlike anything the region has to offer. To further encourage familiarity with wine, special wine-tasting sessions and wine classes are available. And monthly featured wines offer the opportunity to experience a superb wine at an extraordinarily reasonable price. Holiday events at the shop feature wine and beer specific to a region. And an e-mail newsletter is available for the sign-up. “It’s great to be part of such a supportive and inviting community,” say Brian and Sheree. If you have a story, be sure to stop by and share it as you explore the hand-picked selection of wine, beer, and cheese available to you. |
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