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“Amelie DC, located in Logan Circle, will officially open its doors on July 14th, Bastille Day!”

By Prince Of Petworth


photos Jordan Rosen Photography courtesy Amelie DC (1315 14th Street, NW)

From a press release:

“The Amelie Wine Bar team is delighted to announce the grand opening of its newest location in the vibrant Logan Circle neighborhood of Washington DC, scheduled for July 14th, 2024, on Bastille Day a symbolic date for French people. Founded by owners Germain Michel and Samie Didda, this expansion further solidifies Amelie Wine Bar’s presence as a leader in delivering an extraordinary wine and contemporary French dining experience. In addition to the founders, the exceptional team at Amelie includes Anthony Lemortellec, an alumnus of the prestigious Alain Ducasse culinary school in Paris, who will serve as the executive chef overseeing the management and design of the food program. Eric Kole, a native of Washington DC, brings his local expertise to the general manager role. Olivier Filograsso will assume the position of wine director, curating an outstanding selection of wines for guests to savor. (more…)

“The Urban Grape DC Now Pours Wines by the Ounce, Glass and Bottle –Dom Perignon and Opus One top exclusive, new Coravin menu”

By Prince Of Petworth


1301 9th Street, NW at N Street courtesy Urban Grape

From a press release:

“The Urban Grape DC, the newest store by beverage industry innovators TJ and Hadley Douglas, is now one of the only wine shops in the country pouring exclusive wines by the ounce, glass and bottle. With an affordable splash in their glass, guests can experience high-end wines such as Opus One that sell for hundreds per bottle. The new menu also includes Dom Perignon Brut Champagne and a selection of white and red wines by the glass that illustrates TJ and Hadley’s proprietary Progressive Scale. The Urban Grape’s specially trained staff uses this 1-10 weighting system to help guests pick the perfect wine for their palate. Wines are poured by the ounce, glass and bottle from 4pm until closing, but the staff also welcomes pouring requests during the day. (more…)

All the info on Sixty Vines opening in Foggy Tomorrow (Tues. June 11) Have a look inside

By Prince Of Petworth


2200 Pennsylvania Ave, NW photo courtesy Sixty Vines

From a press release:

“Sixty Vines, the restaurant known for its revolutionary wine on-tap program and vineyard-inspired cuisine, will open its first D.C. location on Tuesday, June 11. Located in the heart of the Foggy Bottom neighborhood on Washington Circle, the new restaurant invites guests to sip and savor 60 different wines on tap selected from wine country regions around the globe. Sixty Vines will also offer seasonal vineyard-inspired dishes designed to be shared among friends. Spanning over 11,000 square feet, the new restaurant offers a transportive dining experience featuring indoor and patio seating, a full bar, and a private events space. (more…)

“Wine Wednesdays at St. Vincent Wine”

By Prince Of Petworth


3212 Georgia Avenue NW courtesy St. Vincent

From an email:

“Wine Wednesdays at St. Vincent Wine:

5 – 7 PM each Wednesday (guests can come anytime during that window);
Guided wine tasting lead by a wine expert, on the cocktail deck overlooking the wine garden (or inside if weather is inclement);
2 ounce pours of 4 lovely and unique wines from St. Vincent Wine’s extensive bottle list; (more…)

“Weygandt Wines shop will close at the end of April”

By Prince Of Petworth


3519 Connecticut Ave, NW opened here back in 2009

Thanks to J. for passing on from Weygandt Wines:

“When we opened our shop 15 years ago, we hoped at best to be a fixture in DC. To our joy, what we received was a community that stretched beyond borders and wine. Our objective was and has always been to offer wines and service of integrity and quality. (more…)

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