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05/16/2024

Incredible Single Vineyard Malbec
99 points!
Order now!

Zuccardi, Finca Piedra Infinita, Malbec, Paraje Altamira,
Mendoza, Argentina 2019 ($188.99)
99 Points James Suckling

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Zuccardi, Finca Canal Uco, Malbec, Paraje Altamira,
Mendoza, Argentina 2019 ($118.99)
98 Points James Suckling
97 Points Vinous

04/26/2024

A California Tasting Journey With Flowers, Quintessa, and Leviathan

Embark on a voyage through California's illustrious wine landscape with an event featuring three wineries, each renowned for their distinct styles and dedication to excellence.

Nestled on the rugged Sonoma Coast, Flowers Winery is known for its pioneering efforts in sustainable farming, employing biodynamic practices to produce exceptional grapes.

Quintessa Winery, an iconic luxury brand in Napa Valley's Rutherford AVA, epitomizes the art of blending, seamlessly harmonizing different varietals to create wines of complexity and elegance.

Leviathan Winery, a hidden gem in California's wine scene, takes a bold approach to winemaking, crafting rich and powerful wines that captivate the palate.

Join us for a tasting experience where you'll savor the finest offerings from these California wineries. Uncover the essence of California in every sip and indulge in the artistry of winemaking.

Saturday, April 27
2:00-4:00 pm
No reservation required

04/19/2024

Altos Las Hormigas, Malbec Appellation Gualtallary,
Mendoza, Argentina 2018 ($44.99)

"The site-specific 2018 Malbec Appellation Gualtallary comes from specific soils, two plots that they believe transmit the maximum expression of limestone to Malbec, giving a structured wine with fine-grained tannins but a little wild. The vines are on stony and gravelly soils with a high percentage of limestone and sand with around 3% clay at 1,300 meters in altitude. The grapes fermented in small concrete vats with indigenous yeasts at some 25 degrees Celsius for 15 days. It matured in untoasted 3,500-liter French oak foudres for 18 months and no less than 12 months in bottle. This comes from sandy soils and very low yields that give it chalkier tannins and a savage way. This has a slightly rustic touch, vertical and with some lightness. There's always a fresh touch of aromatic herbs (thyme and rockrose), with a textured palate and very tasty and clean flavors in the finish." -Luis Gutiérrez
97 Points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

04/05/2024

Searching for the perfect pour?
Look no further!

Houston Wine Merchant has uncovered a goldmine of Italian excellence, courtesy of a new distributor working with small, boutique wineries. Antonio, our GM, says each bottle they've brought to us is spot on! Dive into the flavors of Italy with us this Saturday as we uncork six of our freshest finds. It's a tasting experience you won't want to miss!

Saturday, April 6
2:00-4:00 pm
Houston Wine Merchant

03/28/2024

CLIO
Jumilla, Spain 2021
$49.99

Clio is made from 70-80 year old vines, very low-yield Monastrell and Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards approximately 2,300 feet in elevation. Planted in rocky limestone and sand soils in a hot, dry climate that encourages ripening of concentrated and complex berries. Fermented in stainless steel and, aged in French and American Oak for 23 months.
Clio is a plush and velvety wine with serious concentration and a long finish.

"The 2021 Clio is ripe and heady with 16% alcohol and generous oak. It's faithful to the house style, but like many other wines from the 2021 vintage from the Gil family, this also came through as fresher and more balanced than the 2020 counterpart. It has a full-bodied palate with abundant but finer tannins. 50,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in September 2023." - Luis Gutiérrez

93 points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

03/22/2024

Two Great California Producers
Two Very Distinct Styles

Pahlmeyer and Massican both produce some of California's most sought after wines, each with a signature style. Explore the diverse terroirs of these wineries and discover the distinctive characteristics of each as you taste this week's featured selections. Experience the tradition of Napa Valley in Pahlmeyer's wines alongside the bright, refreshing Mediterranean style of Massican's offerings.

Saturday, March 23
2:00-4:00 pm
Houston Wine Merchant

03/21/2024

Beautifully Finessed and Fresh from Ribeira Sacra!

Envínate, Viñas de Aldea, Mencía Blend, Ribeira Sacra, Spain 2021 ($44.99)

03/16/2024

Montsant Wines So Good! Best Value! Order now!

"Husband and wife team Sara Pérez and René Barbier are the children of two of the great pioneers of the Priorat D.O., Josep Lluís Pérez of Mas Martinet and René Barbier of Clos Mogador. René and Sara have taken the goddess as their inspiration for this project. One of their stated goals is “to interpret femininity through a bottle of wine”. These are incredibly elegant, refined, sensual expressions of Montsant, with restrained alcohol levels and tremendous texture."

Venus la Universal, Dido, Garnacha Blend, Montsant, Spain 2020 ($23.99)

Venus la Universal, Dido, Macabeo/Garnacha Blanca Blend, Montsant, Spain 2021 ($31.99)

03/16/2024

Sip Into Spring This Saturday!

This weekend's tasting features a great lineup from Gramercy Cellars, Whitcraft, and Hermann J. Wiemer. These are some of our favorite, small-volume, domestic producers. We think these hidden gems will become some of your new favorites too. Gather your friends and indulge in a memorable afternoon of fine wines and great company.

Saturday, March 16
2:00-4:00 pm

03/05/2024

Skip the Barrel Racing, and join us Saturday for our first in-store tasting of wines from C. L. Butaud

Randy's hard work is finally coming back home on Saturday, March 9, at Houston Wine Merchant, where we are pleased to offer a selection of his diverse portfolio - from a delightful acid-driven Albariño to something you've probably never seen - a Texas Teroldego! Crisp or Fruity, Weird or Wonderful - we have something here for everyone.

Tasting This Saturday, March 9
2:00-4:00 pm

03/04/2024

With the price of Napa Cabernet rising, Paso Robles Vineyard and Hearst Ranch Winery are stepping in to fill the void, producing world-class Cabernet Sauvignon that doesn't break the bank.

Hearst Ranch "Bunk House" Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles 2021 $31.99

"Dried cherry, cola, and baking-spice aromas make for a clean and well-integrated nose on this bottling. Ample tannins frame the ripe fruit, dried meat, and graphite flavors, as acidity lingers into the finish."

93 Points Wine Enthusiast

02/26/2024

Who says great wines have to be expensive?

The winemakers at Colene Clemens Vineyards are dedicated to the pursuit of the "perfect" Pinot Noir - that illusory, if unattainable, holy grail of winemaking. Their Dopp Creek Pinot Noir is the perfect wine to accompany a weeknight meal or sip and savor on its own.

Colene Clemens Dopp Creek Pinot Noir - $35.99

94 points - Wine Spectator

02/24/2024

Under the Radar Rioja from Akutain!

Akutain, Gran Reserva, Rioja, Spain 2015 ($74.99)
"This is a great classical Gran Reserva that should make old bones and age in the style of the great classical wines from Rioja. 9,000 bottles were filled in August 2020." -Luis Gutiérrez

95 Points - Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate

Akutain, Reserva, Rioja, Spain 2017 ($52.99)
It's a bit dusty and more evolved, and there's more impact from the oak, with chocolate notes, abundant, grainy tannins and more polished fruit. 6,000 bottles were filled in June 2021." -Luis Gutiérrez"

92 Points - Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate

02/16/2024

Incredible Single Vineyard Malbec!

Zuccardi, Finca Canal Uco, Malbec, Paraje Altamira, Mendoza, Argentina 2019 ($118.99)

"The 2019 Malbec Finca Canal Uco hails from Uco Valley and was made in concrete vats. Intense purple in hue. The nose, initially shy, grows increasingly nuanced and intense with time in the glass. It presents notes of cherry, plum, thyme and hints of bay leaf, violet, lavender and other herbs accompanied by an unusual whiff of pink grapefruit." - Joaquin Hidalgo

97 Points
Antonio Galloni Vinous

03/23/2023

Let’s talk Burgundy! Press ▶️ for a breakdown on the four tiers of Burgundy from Antonio via the Mairie de Gevrey-Chambertin, from regional all the way to Grand Cru — which accounts for only 1% of the total production of Burgundy.

Featured wines:
🔸Domaine Arlaud Pere et Fils Bourgogne “Roncevie” 2020
🔸Remoissenet Snc Pere et Fils Gevrey-Chambertin 2019
🔸Boillot Pierre et Lucien Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru “Les Cherbaudes” 2019
🔸Domaine Harmand Geoffroy Grand Cru Mazis Chambertin 2019

03/21/2023

It's ! Celebrate by picking up one (or all three!) of these varied and valued examples, chosen by our spirit buyer Everett.

Scroll down to learn more about Vermouth, or skip to the 🔸 for tasting notes.

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"While most of the vermouth consumed is seen as a simple, standard ingredient for cocktails," Everett says, "there are many finer examples that work well on their own, with a splash of soda, or in another simple preparation."

Vermouth is a type of aromatized wine, which means it's infused with additives such bittering agents, sweeteners, tree resin and any number of other additions.

Vermouth as we know it can be traced back to 16th century Germany, where they created medicinal beverages by flavoring wines with Wermut, the German word for wormwood. (The name vermouth comes from the French pronunciation of Wermut!)

🔸Carpano is most often cited as the inventor of sweet vermouth in 1768, and the company still produces its Antica Formula to this day.

Today, there are many styles and producers around the world, but the two most common are red and sweet or clear and dry. While many vermouths are made with neutral wines that don’t provide much character, we do offer a few that are quite different.

🔸Gonzalez Byass USA Extra Dry Vermouth is made from a dry, Fino Sherry base, which gives it an added complexity and the characteristic nose of sherry.

🔸Vermú La Fuerza is a red vermouth made in Argentina with Malbec grapes from Mendoza, which brings extra complexity and a vinous character.

03/18/2023

White wine season is upon us! Dive into Albariño with these three distinct styles from the region of Spain, recommended by Jeffrey.

🔸Boal de Arousa Albarino 2021
🔸Lagar de Costa Albarino Tradicion 2018
🔸Rodrigo Méndez Cíes 2021

03/03/2023

Our spirit buyer Everett loves this splurge-worthy single malt for ☘️Saint Patrick's Day. Head to the shop to take home a bottle, or place an order for delivery or curbside pick-up 👉 bit.ly/stpat-23

🥃 High N' Wicked No. 2 “The Wild Rover” Single Malt Irish Whiskey is double-cask matured, triple distilled and finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks.

🔸 Released at cask strength, each hand-numbered bottle offers rich, complex aromas of apples, pears and fig that evolve into toffee and pie crust and round out with apple butter, baking spice and a hint of wildflower honey.

🔸 On the palate it is deceptively smooth and delightfully layered, with notes of Dutch apple pie, caramelized pears, brown butter, fig jam and brioche with honey.

03/02/2023

Houston, meet Cole Murray! Cole has been working with us part-time for a couple of months, and we’re thrilled that he decided to stay on and join the team in our wholesale department.

A Houston native, Cole spent several years in San Antonio, where he studied at Trinity University and earned a degree in political science. While his work experience includes remodeling and historic preservation, he has always held an interest in wine and spirits and looks forward to expanding his knowledge and growing with us here at Houston Wine Merchant.

In his free time, Cole enjoys learning about art and architecture and trying new restaurants—and new wines, of course!

03/01/2023

Spring is headed to Houston, but it's not quite time for the light, crisp wines of summer. These whites, chosen by Marcus, offer a bit more substance and depth while the cool weather fades.

🍾 Ridge Vineyards Grenache Blanc 2021 is a team favorite from the Adelaida Vineyard in Paso Robles. With 93 points from James Suckling, this medium to full-body wine offers crushed stone and sliced lemon rind with white peaches and apple 👉 bit.ly/ridge-gren

🍾 Neyers Vineyards '304' Chardonnay, Sonoma County 2021 is the unoaked Chardonnay you've been searching for. After fermenting for two months in food-grade stainless steel called "304," the finished product is a bone-dry and loaded with fresh minerality. It's bright and crisp, complex and rich, and earned 90 points from Suckling 👉 bit.ly/neyers-char

Take these wines home from the shop, place an order online for curbside pick-up or delivery, or give us a call at 713-524-3397 for assistance.

02/24/2023

Ever find yourself avoiding or stumbling over certain wines in conversation, not sure how to pronounce them correctly? We’ve all been there.

▶️ Press play for a quick rundown from Antonio on how to pronounce French wines and regions.

02/11/2023

In 1984, we founded Wines of America. At the time, we specialized in domestic wines. As we learned from our customers and our expertise grew, we began adding new regions to our repertoire.

Nearly 40 years later, our shop has expanded to carry wines, spirits and accessories from all over the world, but our philosophy is the same: to make wine accessible and fun, to educate and assist however we can, and to continue broadening and improving our selection with all the best our world has to offer.

Thank you all for 38 wonderful years! Drop us a comment and let us know what you'd like to see next at Houston Wine Merchant 👇

02/08/2023

Heading out with your Valentine? Marcus suggests looking for a wine with slightly lower alcohol content, allowing the nuanced flavors of your meal to shine through AND letting you and your date enjoy a few glasses while still being present for a special evening.

For BYOB, takeout or home-cooked meals, pick up a bottle of 🍾 Racines Pinot Noir St. Rita Hill. Scoring a 94 from Decanter, this wine is meaty, dense and reminiscent of a damp forest, with a balanced, dark-fruited, saline-heavy finish.

Place an order for curbside pick-up, stop by the shop, or give us a call for personalized recommendations. Wishing you a wonderful Valentine's Day!

02/01/2023

Wine Away stain remover, Zalto glassware and the perfect truebytruebrands "Ah-So" tool for hard-to-remove corks = a few of Antonio's favorite wine-related accessories to have on-hand.

Find these and many more tools to enhance your sipping experience at the shop!

01/27/2023

Is wine your partners’ love language? Zoom in to confirm that these labels—hand-picked by Jeffrey—are perfect for Valentine’s Day.

❤️ Paul Bara - Bouzy Brut Rosé Grand Cru NV Champagne

❤️Alfredo Maestro - Lovamor Blanco 2021 Natural Spanish White

❤️ Château Calon-Ségur - St.-Estèphe 3ème Grand Cru Classé 2018

❤️Jean-Louis Chave - Côtes du Rhône Mon Coeur 2020

While these bottles represent a variety of styles and prices, remember that you can always count on the friendly, knowledgeable Houston Wine Merchant team for personalized recommendations (and gift wrapping)!

01/18/2023

Sharing our wine-related resolutions for 2023! What about you? Swipe through👇then drop us a comment with your wine goals for the New Year ⬇️

01/17/2023

If you're going alcohol-free this (or looking for something to have on-hand for friends) check out these alternatives.

1️⃣ Lyre's Spirit Co Apertif Rosso is crafted to capture the essence of an aromatic vermouth Rosso, with distinct, contemporary flavors like blood orange, vanilla, caramel, citrus and cacoa.

2️⃣ Seedlip Drinks Spice 94 is a warm, aromatic blend of allspice and cardamom with notes of fresh citrus to balance the long, bitter finish. Built for mixing; browse their site for a mocktail recipe!

Bring these bottles home from our shop, or place an order online for convenient curbside pick-up.

12/23/2022

Our spirit and Champagne buyer Everett has some great picks for you to ring in the New Year—both Blanc de Blancs!

🥂 Champagne LE MESNIL Brut Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs won the gold at the Chardonnay du Monde competition in 2015. It's also our best-selling Champagne! Complex and mouth-watering flavors from Chardonnay parcels specially-selected for their finesse and ethereal qualities.

🥂 Champagne Pierre Peters Brut Blanc de Blancs Cuvée de Réserve is "bursting with aromas of crisp orchard fruit, honeycomb, white flowers and fresh bread ... medium-bodied, pillowy and generous, it's disarmingly easy to drink." - Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Find these wines in-store or online, and if you're not keen on getting out in the ❄️ cold, remember that we're still offering curbside pick-up!

Please note that the shop will be closed Sunday, December 25-Monday, December 26. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday, however you choose to celebrate ✨

12/15/2022

Our sampler cases are a fun and curated gift for that special wine-lover in your life 🎁

Every two months, our expert team puts together a series of sampler cases for you to taste something new at a savings!

Based on seasonal pairings, new arrivals, current favorites and more, we choose twelve special wines. In addition to our Premium and Best Value cases, which feature feature two bottles each of three reds and three whites, we also offer a...

📦 White Wine Case / Two bottles of all six whites
📦 Red Wine Case / Two bottles of all six reds
📦 Tasting Flight / One bottle of all twelve wines

Which one would you choose? For the gift that keeps on giving, you can also purchase a sampler case subscription!

Check out our current cases 🔗 bit.ly/hwm-sampleror or give us a call at 713-524-3397 for assistance.

12/01/2022

Next up in Marcus Gausepohl's food-pairing series: Chinese food! Houston has some of the best Chinese spots around, and many of them are BYOB 😉🥡

Marcus loves to pair Champagne with the saltiness and complexity of the cuisine, specifically Champagne LE MESNIL Brut Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs.

Pick up a bottle here at the shop or look for something similar on the menu, and don't forget that we're always glad to recommend the perfect wine for your meal or personal taste. Cheers!

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2646 S Shepherd Drive
Houston, TX
77098

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 9pm
Tuesday	10am - 9pm
Wednesday	10am - 9pm
Thursday	10am - 9pm
Friday	10am - 9pm
Saturday	10am - 9pm

Telephone

+17135243397

Website

http://www.houstonwines.com/

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Sip into Summer with OurMemorial Day Rosé Sale! Saturday, May 25. Single Bottles - 10% off. 12 Bottles or More - 15% off. 4 Cases or More - 20% off. Mix & Match Still & Sparkling

The 4 Tiers of Burgundy

Let’s talk Burgundy! Press ▶️ for a breakdown on the four tiers of Burgundy from Antonio via the Mairie de Gevrey-Chambertin, from regional all the way to Grand Cru — which accounts for only 1% of the total production of Burgundy. Featured wines: 🔸Domaine Arlaud Pere et Fils Bourgogne “Roncevie” 2020 🔸Remoissenet Snc Pere et Fils Gevrey-Chambertin 2019 🔸Boillot Pierre et Lucien Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru “Les Cherbaudes” 2019 🔸Domaine Harmand Geoffroy Grand Cru Mazis Chambertin 2019

Dive into Albariño with Jeffrey

White wine season is upon us! Dive into Albariño with these three distinct styles from the #RíasBaixas region of Spain, recommended by Jeffrey. 🔸Boal de Arousa Albarino 2021 🔸Lagar de Costa Albarino Tradicion 2018 🔸Rodrigo Méndez Cíes 2021

How-To with Antonio: Pronouncing French Wines

Ever find yourself avoiding or stumbling over certain wines in conversation, not sure how to pronounce them correctly? We’ve all been there. ▶️ Press play for a quick rundown from Antonio on how to pronounce French wines and regions.

Valentine's Wine Tips with Marcus

Heading out with your Valentine? Marcus suggests looking for a wine with slightly lower alcohol content, allowing the nuanced flavors of your meal to shine through AND letting you and your date enjoy a few glasses while still being present for a special evening. For BYOB, takeout or home-cooked meals, pick up a bottle of 🍾 Racines Pinot Noir St. Rita Hill. Scoring a 94 from Decanter, this wine is meaty, dense and reminiscent of a damp forest, with a balanced, dark-fruited, saline-heavy finish. Place an order for curbside pick-up, stop by the shop, or give us a call for personalized recommendations. Wishing you a wonderful Valentine's Day!

Antonio's Favorite Accessories

Wine Away stain remover, Zalto glassware and the perfect truebytruebrands "Ah-So" tool for hard-to-remove corks = a few of Antonio's favorite wine-related accessories to have on-hand. Find these and many more tools to enhance your sipping experience at the shop!

Cheers to the New Year

Wishing each of you a wonderful 2023 along with the perfect wine to ring it in. What are you toasting the New Year with? 🥂

Great Memories + Great Wine = The Perfect 🎁

When gifting wine, our wholesale manager Devon recommends choosing something from a shared experience together! A great memory ➕ a great bottle of wine 🎁 Featured ➡️ Antica Terra Lillian Syrah 2017

Wine 101 with Antonio | Decanting

When and why should you decant your wine? 🎥 HWM Manager Antonio Gianola discusses the two reasons to decant, the right way to do it, and the science behind it.

Marcus Suggests the Perfect Wine to Pair with Chinese!

Next up in Marcus Gausepohl's food-pairing series: Chinese food! Houston has some of the best Chinese spots around, and many of them are BYOB 😉🥡 Marcus loves to pair Champagne with the saltiness and complexity of the cuisine, specifically Champagne LE MESNIL Brut Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs. Pick up a bottle here at the shop or look for something similar on the menu, and don't forget that we're always glad to recommend the perfect wine for your meal or personal taste. Cheers!

Antonio has the Scoop on Our Brand-New Beaujolais Section

Great news, Beaujolais lovers! We've got a brand-new section just for you. Sound on to hear the scoop from HWM manager Angonio Gianola 🔊

Browsing the Shelves

“Wine is bottled poetry.” – Robert Louis Stevenson We’ve been doing this for nearly four decades now, so we know a good poem when we find it. Experience our world-wide selection and knowledgable team on #Houston’s South Shepherd.

Sip these Wines with Sushi or Omakase!

Dining at one of Houston's many amazing sushi spots? Whether you're stopping by for Houston Restaurant Weeks or choosing an omakase experience, keep an eye out for these three categories from HWM team member Marcus Gausepohl for the perfect pairing to sip alongside your meal. As always, if you're grabbing something to-go, we'd love to help recommend the perfect bottle, pack it up for you, and even bring it out to your car on the way home! The wines featured: 🍾 Champagne Louis Roederer Collection 242 NV 🍾 Domaine Matrot Meursault 2018 🍾 Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2020

Antonio Talks Second Wines🍾

🍾General Manager and Houston Wine Guru Antonio Gianola talks second wines! One of the greatest bargains in the wine industry, especially when it comes to Bordeaux, second wines are a tradition dating back to the 1800s, and they are exactly what they sound like—a second wine produced by some of the most celebrated vineyards, which typically costs less than half the price of their primary wine. In many cases, second wines like Chateau Latour's Les Forts de Latour are a great way to enjoy the same facility, same winemaking and the same terroir as the Grand Vin, but the wine can be enjoyed much younger—and with a much more agreeable price tag 😉 In fact, Antonio says some of his favorite bottles are second wines! Visit the shop or give us a ring to ask for more second wine recommendations from our team. Cheers!

Browsing Around Houston's 37-Year Old Wine Shop

See anything you'd like to take home? Houston, did you know that we offer a 10% discount when you purchase 12 bottles? They can be different wines or all the same! This discount only applies in-store, but here's a tip for houstonwines.com: Write a note in the "special instructions" section on the checkout window mentioning the discount, and we'll make it happen! Happy sipping 🥂

What are Tannins?

🎥 What are tannins? General manager and Houston wine guru Antonio Gianola kicks off a series of speedy lesson on wine terms, tasting tricks and more, beginning with these bitter compounds—also found in tea, coffee and dark chocolate!

A Few Italian Wine Picks from Antonio

Take a trip to Italy with these three picks from Houston Wine Merchant General Manager and Houston Wine Guru Antonio Gianola. Salute! Wines mentioned: 🇮🇹 Bruno Giacosa Roero Arneis 2019 🇮🇹 Maison Frederic Magnien Bourgogne Rouge 2017 🇮🇹 Azienda Agricola Monteraponi Chianti Classico Riserva Il Campitello 2015 Search houstonwines.com, visit our shop or give us a ring at 713-524-3397 for recommendations and personal assistance.

Welcome Back to Houston Wine Merchant!

A quick reminder that we are now welcoming four people at a time inside to shop our wine, spirits and accessories here at Houston Wine Merchant! As we welcome you back our shop, please note that Houston is working hard to improve the city's streets, Shepherd Drive included. During these improvements, we suggest using Greenbriar as your access road and coming down Harold, which borders us on the south side. We have parking located both on Harold and in our back lot! We're glad to report that when all is said and done, you can expect brick-paved crosswalks, widened sidewalks, pedestrian lighting, landscaping and more. Feel free to call the shop for further updates, details and detours. We love seeing all your friendly faces again and helping you find your favorite wines! 🍾

Exploring Spanish Tempranillos

🎬 Take a trip across Spain with HWM wine buyer Cyrus Tolman to explore three different, delicious expressions of Tempranillo. Wines Featured: 🇪🇸 2015 Bodegas Remelluri 'Lindes de Remelluri—Vinedos de San Vicente de la Sonsierra' 🇪🇸 2018 Bodegas Antidoto Tinto (Bertrand Sourdais, El Vigneron de Soria) 🇪🇸 2016 Bodegas Arzuaga Navarro 'Pago Florentino' Find these and more in-store and online at houstonwines.com

Talking Scotch Whisky with Everett from Houston Wine Merchant

🎬 Whisky fans, listen up to learn all about our favorite Scotch whisky producer, Compass Box, from our spirit buyer Everett, plus four blended bottles you might like to try. 🥃 Hedonism Blended Grain 🥃 The Peat Monster Blended Malt 🥃 Rogues Banquet Limited Edition 🥃 Great King Street Glasgow Blend—Houston Wine Merchant Barrel Pick Find these and many more at houstonwines.com for delivery or curbside pick-up, or give us a ring for personal assistance and recommendations.

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Serving Houston for 35 Years

In 1987, owner Scott Spencer opened Wines of America on Houston’s South Shepherd. More than 35 years later, our name and the scope of our inventory has changed to include regions worldwide, but the goal of independently-owned-and-operated Houston Wine Merchant stays the same; to educate and make wine more approachable to Houston through our knowledgeable team, complimentary tastings and customer service that goes above and beyond the call.

Each member of our team specializes in different regions when it comes to wine and spirits. We’ve spent years learning, exploring and polishing our knowledge of these areas and their offerings; it’s one of the things that makes our selection so unique and enables our team to better offer assistance and expertise. Ask us a question, start a conversation or request a recommendation. We love to talk about our greatest passion, and we’ll never stop learning and sharing about the wonderful world of wine.

Best Liquor Store, 2020 Houston Press | Best Wine Store, 2016 Houston Press | Favorite Wine Seller, My Table Magazine, 2013 Houston Culinary Awards