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Good-bye, Joe... - Memorial Gathering Sunday, March 15, 2026 at the Omni Parker House, 2pm until whenever. All who knew Joe are welcome. Read more about Joe and his life by clicking the link.
Bordeaux En Primeur 2024: Second Offer - I have received the final pricing for the 2024 en primeur. I have removed the concern over having to pay a tariff on top of the quoted price. Read on ...
Free Wednesday Tastings - Plan to join us! In-store 5:00 - 6:30... Click "Free Wednesday Tastings" for upcoming tastings...
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This Week's Tasting
Creamy Savory White Rhone Grapes
March 11, 2026
It's spring; if you say that without adding “maybe,” you are not or not yet a native. Hope springs eternal and it's been a while since we've done white wines There are none better than Rhone grape varieties for this season of ice or steam. (Continue reading)
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Last Week's Tasting
Giving Washington its Due
March 4, 2026
Last week, we were happy to welcome wine geek extraordinaire Howard Gold, who seeks out some of the more interesting, small winemakers who make wines of individuality and character. (Continue reading)
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around the world. Join us for our free tastings Wednesdays, 5 - 7
pm.
We also carry a full line of spirits, ales and beers for all tastes
and budgets,
including a splendid selection of single malt Scotch. Please call 617.367.8605 for latest availability.
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2011 and
2012 Scotch Retailer of the Year, USA.
Open Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm, and Saturday 11am - 6pm
2023 BORDEAUX FUTURES - AVAILABLE LIST HERE
JOE HOWELL
We are very saddened to announce the passing of Joe Howell on February 3, 2026,
after a long illness and many health challenges.
His colleagues here at Federal
past and present, his many friends and his family will miss him
greatly.
Joe's Memorial Gathering will be Sunday, March 15th, 2026 at
2pm at the Omni Parker House Hotel in the Press Room.
All who knew Joe are welcome to attend.
More about this, and Joe's life, here:
Good-bye, Joe
SPECIAL EVENT
Friday, March 27, 2026
Robert Foley Dinner at Catalyst
Past Tastings
Sale on Selected Wines - February 25th
Several wines sold out at the tasting. We do have
small quantities left of the others.
The wines,
what we said,
what the tasters thought
Sangiovese - February 18th
Not just Chianti, whether in Tuscany or neighboring Umbria the
Sangiovese grape shows different faces depending on growing circumsances. A
wonderful range here...
The wines,
what we said,
what the tasters thought
West Coast Winter Warmers - February 11th
Punxsutawney Phil predicted 6 more weeks of winter, for which he
deserves to be roasted on a spit. The reds below will partner that dish,
but if your local restaurant does not feature groundhog, equally well with
winter stews, roasted red meats, or cheese.
The wines,
what we said,
what the tasters thought
Selected Wines, Big Discounts - February 4th
In a delightful surprise to me as well as to the tasters,
Michael Terrien, the winemaker of US Grant, appeared unannounced and
gave a concise, thoughtful explanation of what he does to make the
wine as good as it is.
The wines,
what we said,
what the tasters thought
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New & Notable
I Custodi
Burgundy Inspiration on the Slopes of Mt. Etna
2023 Chiara Condello Sangiovese di Prediappo
A Clear New Voice in Sangiovese
Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon, 2017 – 2018 - 2021
A rare opportunity to purchase up to three vintages of one of the
finest cabernets in South America and the World
Château Le Puy
Bordeaux Unmasked: A Wine with Nothing To Hide
2023 Argiano Rosso di Montalcino
More Than a Baby Brunello
Valfaccenda in Roero
Top Arneis and Nebbiolo
Dirupi Valtellina DOCG
In Alpine Lombardy, Nebbiolo Turns Toward Ethereal Burgundy
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Upcoming Events
March 27th: Robert Foley Dinner
A Fun, Delicious Robert Foley Catalyst Dinner Mar 27, 2026! Read
on...
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