Wine & Spirit Events

Jura is an alpine region a little east of Burgundy and west of Switzerland. It has a classic contintental climate with hot summers and cold winters, and considerable rain during the growing season. geographically it is more mountainous than burgundy with a higher elevation. But the cool thing about Jura wines is their unique traditional [...] Continue reading

Adam Supernant, great winemaker and super human being will be on hand to sample with and kibbitz with. Come try some great wines. Here is the lineup! Firs release of his 100% Cabernet Franc 2019 is a banner vintage for Long Island reds and a good time to release a new wine. Come try the [...] Continue reading

We drink wine whiskies and assorted fine spirits so we know a thing or two. Here are some suggestions regarding the various adult beverages you may be indulging in this 4th of July holiday. I confess I love Roses, gin cocktails, Bourbon and Rye , new oak in red wines and tequila cocktails that are [...] Continue reading

SALE ENDS MAY 9th 2022 Okay now that you are an expert conocedor de Tequila y Mezcal from reading our Agave Guide you need a nice bottle for toasting on el Cinco de Mayo and enjoying the signature spirit of Mexico! Here’s our sale for one week only. Good through. You can shop on line [...] Continue reading

About Tequilas & Mezcal: It's time for Cinco de Mayo  so interest in the spikey Agave plant should spike this weekend and next. What is your drink of choice as you toast the signature spirit of Mexico? Tequila, Mezcal or maybe a fun cocktail? Here are a few options to consider: Tequila Blanco: When your [...] Continue reading

Kosher Wine Tasting for Passover, 2022  About Kosher Wine: There is nothing about the laws of creating a kosher bottle of wine that would differentiate the quality of the final product from a non-kosher one. Many fallacies abound regarding kosher wine but the simple fact is that kosher wine can be every bit as good — [...] Continue reading

We had a great tasting last night with Jess our new wine consultant from Massanois Imports, a boutique fine wine (and spirits)importer. As usual it was an eclectic blend of classic wines from around the world with a cool gin from the Riviera at the end! Germany: Classic dry Mosel Riesling at a great price! [...] Continue reading

Paso to me was always the "Rhone Zone" a well deserved moniker. Zinfandel and Italian varieties were introduced with the first wave of immigrants to settle in Paso in the late 1800's, Rhone varieties came next in the early 1900's. To date Paso has more acreage of Rhone (Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Viognier) than anywhere else [...] Continue reading

We Love Ozzie Wines and Ozzie Winemakers Australians alway seem to be  traveling as far away from it as they can. Especially Ozzie winemakers who are out and about the whole world promoting their wines. We were visited by two eccentric Australians. We covered the Some Young Punks wines and their colorful winemaker Colin McBryde [...] Continue reading

Dave Phinney is as passionate for the wines, the land and the grapes as he quirky and iconoclastic about his company's name (Orin Swift), The crazy labels and even crazier names for his wine. His wine are his children but he must have used the same baby name book as Frank Zappa did when he [...] Continue reading

The Owners here at Mora's Fine Wines and Spirits would love to spend an afternoon trying new wines with you on Saturday August 31st from 3-6 pm at the Shop! Here is the lineup! Casasmith Vino Pinot Grigio: WINE ENTHUSIAST SCORE : 90 Points This wine is two-thirds Evergreen and one-third RAF vineyards, both in [...] Continue reading

Join Carolyn and Rich. We  are holding class at our Saturday Tastings For our weekly Free Tasting & Wine Sale we're picking our old faves and interesting new wines you may not know about. Lots of fun and learn a thing or two. from 3 to 6 at the Shop with the store owners Here [...] Continue reading

The only TOOL you need is WINE to enjoy Maynard James Keenan's new album! Why not drink Maynard's wine while you listen! Caduceus Cellars & Merkin Vineyards Located High On Top Of Cleopatra Hill Between Prescott And Flagstaff Is The Historic Copper Mining Town Of Jerome, Arizona, Founded In 1876 It Was Once Known As [...] Continue reading

It’s a 90+ Point Party!!! Check out our notes on these beautiful summer selections… Lomas Del Valle Sauvignon Blanc - Fresh citrus and minerality, a refreshing perspective on Sauv. Blanc from the classic New Zealand variety. “This wine is known for their intense fruity expression, incredible freshness and natural acids.” Finca la Luz Callejon de [...] Continue reading

It's a wild line up and they aren't ALL French but the two coolest ones are    Chateau Mont redon Chateauneuf du Papes 2014 (Rhone, Red) This is a classic Rhone red, perfect for beef, lamb or pork from the grill. This shows great power and a lively silky texture with flavors of dark fruit and hints [...] Continue reading

Now the culinary nature of spirits mixology can be applied to wine. Veuve Clicuot and several other big Champagne house have produced a richer, heavier and slightly sweeter style of bubbly intended for adorning with (mon dieu!) ice and  some flavor from citrus fruits and even ginger and bell pepper! It is super easy and [...] Continue reading

Bertrand’s ‘Saturday Soiree’: Check out our notes on his top 5 picks here… Chateau D'Ollieres Red – 86 Points Wine Enthusiast: “This ripe wine has a slight tannic edge. Good acidity and crisp red-currant fruits show strongly, touched by orange-zest tang and pepper. Drink this wine now.” “Made organically with 50% Syrah and 50% Grenache, [...] Continue reading

Berries, Smooth Tannins, & Tropical Fruit… OH MY! Check out our notes here… Aragosta Vermentino – The lobster featured on this bottle is there for a reason. Best Paired with dry fish, oysters, and of course lobster. Crisp, Balanced Acidity, & Slight minerality. The Lobster is the symbol of the gastronomy of Alghero and this [...] Continue reading

Wine that lets you know summer has arrived: Check out our notes here… Lafage Bastide Miraflors – Dark Berries, Gentle Tannins, Chewy & Slightly Jammy 92 Points Wine Advocate “…a blend of 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache. Deep, medium to full-bodied, with amazing fruit, the purity, authenticity and Mediterranean upbringing of this wine are obvious. [...] Continue reading

Anton Jermann left Austria (the land of amazing white wines) in 1880 to settle in Northeast Italy (near Cortina) to make great wines, first in Slovenia then over the border in Fiuli. His Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon, Ribolla Gialla and other local varieties took the wine world by storm. His son Silvio and now the third [...] Continue reading

Impressive scores for exquisite wines: Check them out here…   Masottina Prosecco – 96 Points Decanter  Bone dry , fresh and snappy . "Possesses a very intense, deep nose with notes of pear, peach, elder flower and almond. This flows onto a mineral-drenched palate with touches of eucalyptus. Great length and depth of flavor.” Lomas [...] Continue reading

4 Uplifting Summer Promotions Check out our notes for this week… Timbre Opening Act Pinot Noir – The opening act is the first band to take the stage. Mission Ranch, planted in 1961 is among the first arrivals to the California Pinot Noir stage. This wine shows why the vineyard is still going strong more [...] Continue reading

Invigorating Italian Wines Perfectly refreshing for the warm weather: Check out our notes... Brancher Prosecco - These elegant bubbles are both crisp and refreshing and was a BIG hit at our Spring Grand Tasting. Giovanni Rosso Barbera - This Barbera boasts plums, raspberries, and blueberries. According to the winemaker pairs perfectly with fresh curd cheeses, charcuterie, blanchemanger, [...] Continue reading

Wolffer is back this Saturday featuring four of their most favorite wines. Come taste two warm weather friendly reds (One of them is chillable!), a crisp refreshing chardonnay, and  this seasons vintage of summer in a bottle. Nora will also be pouring Wolffer's Famous PINK Gin!!! As the weather heats up this is a tasting [...] Continue reading

Don't miss our 5 amazing wines hand picked by Bertrand this weekend! Bertrand Demontoux exclusively represents artisanal French Wine Producers who craft their wines under organic and bio-dynamic farming. His selection embodies the distinctive taste of terroir (the place) and captures the spirit of classic French Wines. Click to See the Lineup! Continue reading

Let us guess... You just realized there's only a few days left till Mother's day and you haven't picked up the perfect gift yet?! Don't even sweat it because Mora's has got you covered... We've got the wine's the special women in your life will L O V E!!! Not sure what that wine might [...] Continue reading

Carolyn is pouring wine and Rich is serving up the bourbon! It's a Mora's Pre-Derby Day Tasting party! Saturday 3 to 6 @ the Shop Click to See the Lineup! Continue reading

We have a special treat this week. We haven't had it since 1999! We are bringing back Panther Creek Winemaker's Cuvee! We'll be sure to party, Saturday, 3 to 6 @ the Shop! Click to See this Week's Lineup! Continue reading

When matching food and wine you want to food flavors and wine flavors that complement or contrast. For example a buttery chardonnay's richness complements the rich sweet flavors of lobster and butter while a very dry acidic champagne goes well because it exactly contrasts the richness of the dish. this is a very general principle [...] Continue reading

Our very own Carolyn, seen left meditating on rosé, will be tasting wines with us! Great selections for your weekend.  Remember! It's one week until the Grand Tasting! Get you tickets before they sell out! Click to See the Lineup! Continue reading

We’ve got great Italians, all ready to sip, taste, pair, and compare at the shop from 3 to 6. Vino Expert Donato will be joining us and sharing the best of Italy. Killer Tuscans, fresh bubbly and a springtime sweet quaffer too. Click to See the Lineup! Continue reading

Spring has sprung and we are  breaking out our warm weather favorites. Whites and rosé take center stage and we break out the lighter, fruiter reds. We have a new chardonnay that bursts with fruit and a morra d'alba that smells like a spring bouquet. Everything is coming up rosé and roses at Moras! Click [...] Continue reading

One thing we get asked a lot this time of year is what wines pair with corned beef and cabbage or Sheppard’s pie?  Believe it or not it can be done! A lower alcohol rose can match corned beef, as can an acidic red. A rich merlot can handle Shepard’s pie. And we happened to [...] Continue reading

The best wines are the ones we drink with friends. So bring your crew down to the shop to sip, chat, learn, and bond over great vinos. Mas de Daumas Gassac Pont de Gassac Sale! $16.99 $14.44 ADD TO CART Antoine Sunier Regnie Sale! $29.99 $25.49 ADD TO CART Alvaro Palacios Camins del Priorat Red Sale! $24.99 $21.24 ADD [...] Continue reading

We have something for EVERYONE. 5 wines from 5 countries. Wheter it's a  special occasion or a weeknight dinner find your new a new go-to! We are feature new wines for any occasion, so try something brand new Saturday 3 to 6 @ the Shop Borsao Berola Sale! $15.99 $13.59 ADD TO CART Tenuta Sant’Antonio Amarone [...] Continue reading

Federica, our rock star rep, is back with the best wines to get you ready for our Grand Tasting in April. Fine Rose, a Smokey Sicilian, and new Italians will get you ready for spring! Satruday 3 to 6 @ the Shop! Aix French Rose Sale! $19.99 $16.99 ADD TO CART Primosic Ribolla Gialla 2017 Sale! $19.99 $16.99 [...] Continue reading

Come taste on us featuring our great wine purveyor Paul with and his  fantastic wines from around the world. It's an eclectic collection with something for every taste. See you 3 to 6 at the shop this Saturday Sale! Domaine Roche de la Paradis Condrieu 2015 White French Rhone Wine 750 mL $57.99 $49.99 Add [...] Continue reading

Want to kick start your ongoing exploration of wine? We’ve got you covered. These simple and smart guidelines will help you discover your palate and launch your long and tasty journey to understanding wine. Getting Started with Wine Tasting Learning to taste wine is no different than learning to really appreciate music or art in […]

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This week at our FREE weekly wine sale and tasting, we bet that you can't pick just one favorite. Stop by the shop on Saturday from 3-6 to try them out! From a Spanish stunner to not one, but TWO Italian sparklers, you don’t wanna miss out! If you can’t make it to our free [...] Continue reading

It’s #ThrowbackThursday – you know, when everyone posts photos on social media of themselves when they were younger, thinner, and better looking.(Hey, no judgement, we looked a lot better in the early 90′s, too). Today we’re throwing back to last October and our first annual Grand Tasting event at Madiran the Wine Bar! It was [...] Continue reading

Olá, Amigos! At this week’s weekly wine sale and FREE tasting, we’re headed to Portugal! Stop by the shop on Saturday from 3-6 to try these Portuguese stunners! This week, we’re featuring some of our Portuguese favorites! Starting at just $10/bottle, you don’t want to miss out. If you can’t make it to our free […]

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Throw another shrimp on the ‘barbie! We’re tasting some great Australian wines at our Free Weekly Tasting this weekend! Stop by the shop this Saturday to try them out – and as a special on-theme treat, we’ve added the original 1980 video to Men at Work’s “Down Under” at the bottom of this email. *Mora’s […]

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