Islington Bottle Shoppe

Islington Bottle Shoppe Neighborhood Fine Wines

We also visited Bodega Astobiza- This is a stunning 7 acre plot within the Basque Country in a special micro climate sur...
01/16/2025

We also visited Bodega Astobiza- This is a stunning 7 acre plot within the Basque Country in a special micro climate surrounded by forrest on rolling hills. It benefits from the Atlantic air, but is protected by the forrest. It’s a special place making truly special Txakoli. I mentioned above that Txakoli (pronounced Chah-koh-lee) it typically made in a light and bubbly style. Well not here! They are the first Basque Winery to produce wines speicically for Gastronomy. San Sebastian has the highest concentration of Michelin Starred Restaurants per capita in the world, and some of this is due to local wineries (Especially Astobiza) stepping up their game on the wine side. They have taken this humble house wine and turned it into an age worthy, serious, wine that can stand up to a variety of cuisines. Since they are confined to the 7 hectare plot, they are trying to push the limits of Hondarrabi. Their most popular and readily available wines are the Txakoli and Txakoli Rose (made from 50/50 Zuri and Belta). Both of these are available at the shoppe RIGHT NOW. They also make late harvest sweet wines, Vermouth and Gin from botanicals foraged right from their property. They are working on grafting more Belta (black) vines from their already existing ones to start making 100% Txakoli Red!

While I cannot be there tomorrow, I wanted to send a little bit of Northern Spain back to you!!Tomorrow’s lineup showcas...
01/16/2025

While I cannot be there tomorrow, I wanted to send a little bit of Northern Spain back to you!!

Tomorrow’s lineup showcases some of the best wines the North of Spain has to offer. I was lucky enough to visit both and yesterday and wow did I learn so much. Both were fabulous hosts and I got to try their full lineups and see all of the exciting projects they are working on. Please check your emails for those of you who subscribe to get more details!

Courtney from Crush Distributors will be here from 4:30-6:30 to pour you these stunning wines. Salud🥂

Today is our last day open before our winter break! Come in between 10am- 3pm and stock up on all of your favorite wines...
12/31/2024

Today is our last day open before our winter break! Come in between 10am- 3pm and stock up on all of your favorite wines.

If you’re having a wine emergency, always feel free to email or DM me and we will work something out!

Everyone have a safe and joyous NYE Celebration 🥂🍾🗡️

Looking for something slightly different to kick off your NYE celebration? Try these three off the beaten path, but stil...
12/28/2024

Looking for something slightly different to kick off your NYE celebration? Try these three off the beaten path, but still traditional method sparkling wines!

We all know and love Champagne and Crémant, and while we have plenty of both at the shoppe, why don’t you try one of these. Fun fact, these are ALL Saber Friendly 🗡️ 🍾

Weingut Steininger Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé Sekt $42/btl
Kamptal, Austria - this is juicy, bright acid and balanced. Juicy red fruit notes balanced with rose hips, rhubarb and honeysuckle. This is interesting and delicious.

Gusborne Brut Reserve $72/btl
Southwest of England - yes, we said ENGLAND! It’s not far from the English Channel and it boasts similar soil composition to Champagne. A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Munier- this tastes like a freshly baked apple pie without being sweet. We love this one

Berlucchi ‘61 Brut Franciacorta $40/btl
Lombardy, Italy this winery is the birthplace of Franciacorta. They wanted to see if they could make a wine in the same method and quality as Champagne after studying in France, and goodness did they succeed! This is 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Noir it tastes like peaches and cream, brioche and lemons. You simply cannot beat the quality for this price point.

We are stocked to the brim with all kinds of sparkling wines. We have every kind of style you can imagine and plenty of ...
12/28/2024

We are stocked to the brim with all kinds of sparkling wines. We have every kind of style you can imagine and plenty of them. Stop in and stock up for New Year’s Eve! 🥂✨

Open:
Saturday 12-6
Sunday 12-5
Monday 10-5
Tuesday 10-3

Come on over from 4:30-6:30 to taste through these party favorites! Casey from MS Walker will be here to pour for us!
12/27/2024

Come on over from 4:30-6:30 to taste through these party favorites! Casey from MS Walker will be here to pour for us!

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah!! I hope you all had the most joyous and magical day. We are taking tomorrow off to e...
12/26/2024

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah!! I hope you all had the most joyous and magical day. We are taking tomorrow off to enjoy some more family time, but are looking forward to seeing your faces Friday afternoon! Wine tasting will be as usual from 4:30-6:30 with Casey from MS Walker pouring for us 🥂✨

We are stocked with all kinds of bubbles!  Champagne, Cava, Crémant, Prosecco, Pet Nat, Sparkling Cider and more! Come i...
12/22/2024

We are stocked with all kinds of bubbles! Champagne, Cava, Crémant, Prosecco, Pet Nat, Sparkling Cider and more!

Come in and stock up for the Holidays 🥂

Our current shoppe favorite is this delicious and balanced ‘grower’ Champagne from . Grower means it is produced by a small independent producer who grows and harvest their own grapes. This is their classic Extra Quality Brut. It’s an even blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier with fruit from premier and grand cru vines. This is elegant with ripe honeyed orchard fruit notes. Very balanced and fresh and it won’t break the bank at $55/btl

We also have a couple Sabers 🗡️ left for sale, but be sure to chat with us if you are unsure if your bottle of bubbles is ‘saber safe’ first!

GD Vajra Barolo Albe 2020 $50/btlThis is made of 100% Nebbiolo, from their vineyards within Bricco delle Viole which wer...
12/21/2024

GD Vajra Barolo Albe 2020 $50/btl

This is made of 100% Nebbiolo, from their vineyards within Bricco delle Viole which were planted in 1949 by their grandfather. They have organic and low intervention practices and allow for spontaneous fermentation from the native yeasts. This wine is aged for 30 months in large Slavonian Oak Casks and blended before bottling. It’s lighter in body with bright acid and fine but grippy tannins. It’s an aromatic and expressive wine bursting with red fruits, crushed gravel, rose petals and dried oranges.

The best part about this wine is that it is drinking very well RIGHT NOW. It’s a rare treat where you can enjoy such a young Barolo. It will also lay down happily in your cellar for another couple decades! At $50/btl this is a steal.

Come and get one before they are gone!

We are open:
Saturday 12-6
Sunday 12-5
Monday 10-5

Take a look at our holiday hours! If you have any special requests or would like us to curate wine for your holiday even...
12/21/2024

Take a look at our holiday hours! If you have any special requests or would like us to curate wine for your holiday event or table we are very happy to. You can reach us through DM or email: [email protected]

Don’t miss our Friday Wine Tasting tomorrow from 4:30 - 6:30. Courtney with Crush Distributors will be here pouring this...
12/19/2024

Don’t miss our Friday Wine Tasting tomorrow from 4:30 - 6:30. Courtney with Crush Distributors will be here pouring this lineup of festive wines. Wear your most loved holiday sweater and come party with us!!

Weingut Steininger - Ried ‘Loisium Reserve’ Grüner Veltliner 2021-  $30/btl Grüner Veltliner is Austria’s most important...
12/15/2024

Weingut Steininger - Ried ‘Loisium Reserve’ Grüner Veltliner 2021- $30/btl

Grüner Veltliner is Austria’s most important white wine and this glorious expression of it is what the holidays are made of. It’s medium in body with a bouquet of golden apple, ripe pear, citrus rind and spicy white pepper. She’s lush while still being crisp, elegant and refreshing. I can see this pairing well with a full meal from start to finish from fresh seafood, to vegetables dishes all the way to roasted pork. Enjoy!

Last night we hosted Anne with  to lead a Sparkling Wine Class! We had a really cool lineup of six different styles of s...
12/13/2024

Last night we hosted Anne with to lead a Sparkling Wine Class! We had a really cool lineup of six different styles of sparkling wines from Spain, Italy and France. Due to my small space, sit down classes are limited to 12 people who don’t mind getting cozy with one another. This one sold out before I could even market it!

Would you like to see more sit down wine classes at the Shoppe? Comment below if so and what you’d like the topics to be!

Today is the Day!! 3rd Annual West End Holiday Shop Crawl!!We will have an all day (12-6pm) complimentary wine tasting h...
12/07/2024

Today is the Day!! 3rd Annual West End Holiday Shop Crawl!!
We will have an all day (12-6pm) complimentary wine tasting happening at the Shoppe! Festive music, cheery wines, and plenty of merriment to be had 🎄🥂

Pop around to all of the participating shops in town:




























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I cannot WAIT for this lineup tonight. Come see me 4:30-6:30 for a fun wine tasting!
12/06/2024

I cannot WAIT for this lineup tonight. Come see me 4:30-6:30 for a fun wine tasting!

Give the gift of wine this year with a gift card to the Bottle Shoppe! 🎄🍷
12/03/2024

Give the gift of wine this year with a gift card to the Bottle Shoppe! 🎄🍷

Happy Friday!! I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. It’s a stunning day outside for a long walk and our Free Wee...
11/29/2024

Happy Friday!! I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. It’s a stunning day outside for a long walk and our Free Weekly Wine Tasting from 4:30-6:30!!

To honor today, we are offering 10% off ALL purchases or wine, food and merchandise!

Open today 12-7!

Wishing each of you a Happy Thanksgiving. We are spending today with our family and friends, a table full of delicious f...
11/28/2024

Wishing each of you a Happy Thanksgiving. We are spending today with our family and friends, a table full of delicious food and many bottles of beautiful wines.

I am so very thankful for this community we’ve built and for all of the support over the last couple years. Cheers to you 🥂

We are closed today, but back open tomorrow 12-7!

Address

821 Islington Street , First Floor
Portsmouth, NH
03801

Opening Hours

Wednesday 1pm - 6pm
Thursday 1pm - 6pm
Friday 1pm - 7pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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