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Bordeaux
Class is Tuesday!
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Winter knocked out our first wine class, but we've got a stellar seminar right behind it.
Nic, our Francophilian Oeophiliac brings us Bordeaux this Tuesday.
Thinking of how you're going to spend your evenings in the dead of the winter? Come join us -- meet some friends, sample fantastic wine and learn something!
This season's courses will take us through May 5 and will include wine, cheese, spirits and artisan beer.
Classes begin at 7 p.m., tickets begin at $20, and students who arrive at class will be rewarded with a $10 coupon good for any purchase the evening of their class. With the exception of Whiskey Night, all classes will be held in Southboro, 154 Turnpike Road.
The courses:
Wine Basics PLEASE NOTE, WE ARE RESCHEDULING THE WINE BASICS CLASS, PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR NEW DATE.
Bordeaux
Tuesday, Feb. 3, 7 p.m.:
Dive right into the most famous appellation in the world. Francophile Nic has a gift for selecting spot on Bordeaux from the diverse terroir. Mostly reds tasted.
Wine and Chocolate
Tuesday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m.
Perfect timing. With Valentine's Day coming up, this is a must try. Marianne leads this class and displays her love for chocolate and wine.
Cheese with Edi
Tuesday, Feb. 17, 7 p.m.
Cheese with Edi, need we say more? The insanely passionate Edi will explore hard cheeses and blues -- wines and various jams accompany this class.
Wines Under $15
Tuesday, Feb. 24, 7 p.m.
How to best select those hidden gems, find where the values are. Get change back from your $20 -- and a great bottle of wine.
Craft Beer Night
Tuesday, March 3, 7 p.m.
Our good friend Pat has beer knowledge and it needs to come out. Pat explains beer basics, then delves into the world of malt. At least 6 beers sampled.
The Spirit World
Tuesday, March 10, 7 p.m. IN MARLBORO:
Is amber colored liquid your favorite? Join our whiskey master as we compare whisky to whiskey. At least 6 spirits tasted.
Register: $25
Tuesday, March 17
Semester Break
Wine and Cheese
Tuesday, March 24, 7 p.m.
You are in for a treat. Both Edi and Marianne together talk wine, cheese and why that means bliss.
Register: $30
Holiday Wines
Tuesday, March 31, 7 p.m.
Join Nic as he celebrates the Easter season with a variety of fantastic wines suitable for the holiday table. Did you know Easter is the second largest wine holiday of the year?
Register $20
Napa/Sonoma
Tuesday, April 7, 7 p.m.
America's most famous wine regions produce very different wines, From fruit laden Napa Cab to Old World style Sonoma Pinot Noir. At least 6 wines sampled.
Register $20.
Do you Know Riesling?
Tuesday, April 14, 7 p.m.
Edi loves Riesling almost as much as cheese. And if you think it's just about the sweet -- well, you should go to this class.
Register $20
Spring Blooms in Cheese
Tuesday, April 21, 7 p.m.
Spring means fresh cheese, soft, sweet triple cremes, fresh chevre, bloomy rinds. Spreadable goodness and the jams and wines they go with.
Register $30
Seasonal Beer
Tuesday, April 28:
It's getting warmer and that means backyard duties -- barbecue, pool parties -- so what beers are you thinking? Pat explains what goes into each seasonal release.
Register $20
Summertime Wine
Tuesday, May 5, 7 p.m.
We close this semester with summer wines. From the season's first Rose, to sparkling and light bodied reds.
Register $20
Class tickets are nonrefundable, however, if you need to miss a class after purchase, you may use your ticket for a future class of the same value if space is available. Class coupons are only rewarded to attendees.
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NEW SUNDAY HOURS
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All three stores will open at 10 a.m. on Sundays for all beverage sales.
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Who is Ray Safer?
Why is he Pouring Wine at the Vin Bin?
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If you haven't met Ray Safer, you ought to. We convinced Ray to join us and shore up our expanding wine program as we add Southborough to the rotation.
Ray has a gifted wine palette -- having worked in the industry since the last century.
What you'll find with Ray, he loves talking about and hearing about wine almost as much as he loves drinking it.
And his tastes run far and wide, from a value priced Garnacha from Spain, to a vintage Chateaunuef du Pape.
We are fortunate to have Ray host our Friday night tastings. And we urge you to seek his counsel. Ray holds court at the tasting table Thursday through Saturday in Marlboro -- and once Southborough comes on line, he'll be there as well.
Little known trivia about Ray -- his first cousin is singer Paul Anka.
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Have You Met
Whiskey Dan?
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That's Dan Catanzaro, the Vin Bin's spirits guru. An ex-military man, Dan spends his days haunting the spirits section of the Vin Bin and constantly seeking the best value, best tasting amber colored liquids on the market.
That's him here holding a bottle of
Pappy Van Winkle and Remy Martin Louis XIII, just a couple of selections for his lucky customers.
Dan will talk to you about Scotch, Bourbon, Tequila, Vodka, aged Rum until the cows come home.
If you need a recommendation or trying to find a special bottle for the holidays, seek out Whiskey Dan, you'll find him Wednesday to Sunday in Marlboro -- and soon, at our new Southboro location as well.
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THANK YOU
THANK YOU
THANK YOU!!!
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Once again, the loyal fans of Vin Bin Nation have come through and voted us the BEST in Marlboro and Hopkinton and the entire region.
We gratefully report that the 2014 Wicked Local Readers Choice GOLD Award for Best Lunch in the REGION
is
Vin Bin Cafe.
Kudos to Chef Mike, Diane, Lisa, Mike, Ana, David, Amanda and Jacob as they provide our diners with the best locally created sandwiches, soups and salads around.
In addition, readers have chosen The Vin Bin as the Best Liquor Store in Hopkinton-- our first award in that town. Many thanks to Aaron and the entire Hopkinton crew. And for the 9th year in a row, the Marlboro Vin Bin was awarded Best Liquor store in town. Also, we've been saying this for years and now others have also agreed -- we deliver the BEST gift basket in town -- and the wonderful creations that Julie puts together has earned the Vin Bin Best Gift Shop in Marlboro. We are proud of our staff and are serious about our mission to bring the best service and products to you. Our deepest thanks for your support!
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Cheese & Charcuterie
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Let the Vin Bin prepare your cheese and charcuterie plates. You know the quality of our cheese counter, and we have Chef Mike to prepare for you.
Call
508-480-9463 to place your order.
Give us 24 hours notice and we will have your platters ready the next day.
Platters start at $29.99
Available for pick up in both locations.
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6 bottles+: 10%
12 bottles+: 15%
24 bottles+: 20%
Sale items may be added for quantity discount, but do not receive additional reductions. | | Hours/Contact |  | |
Marlborough
508-480-9463
Sunday: 10a to 6p
M-Fri: 10a to 9p
Saturday: 9a to 9p
Hopkinton
508-435-9463
Sunday: 10a to 6p
M-Sat: 10a to 9p
Southborough
508-485-8884
Sunday: 10a to 6 p
M-Sat: 10a - 9p
Cafe Hours (Marlboro & Southboro):
11 am - 3 pm
Everyday
508-480-9463 M
508-485-8884 S
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 The Newsletter
est. Sept. 16, 2004
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Marlborough, Hopkinton, Southborough Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015
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2014 Reader's Choice:
Best Cafe -- Best Liquor Stores -- Best Gift Shop
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Hi Folks
After being buffeted by a billowing blow of blizzard conditions, we do what BB, our favorite coach, has taught us to do -- move on.
And so we must -- to Super Sunday.
Despite the nattering nabobs of negativism we all had to endure this week-- OUR football team is STILL playing this Sunday. 
That is worthy of a weekend long celebration (still don't know why the following Monday is not a holiday).
And we ask: Do you have enough provisions to last? May we suggest The Vin Bin Cafe? Chef Mike has a selection of platters for you, and the cheese counter is creaking under the weight of mountainous Alpine cheeses.
Vin Bin Cafe Sandwich Platters
Sandwich Platters 
are priced a la carte.
Pick and choose any item off our menu or we can choose for you. Sandwiches for platters are not pressed and Grandma's Meatball not included in Platter Selections, but may be ordered separately. Menu is subject to change and always based on freshest ingredients.
Paula's famous Italian cookies $15.99/lb or platter serves 15 for $40.
You can get platters in all THREE stores.
Just call 508-485-8884 and we will set it up. Please indicate which store you would like to pick up your platters.
All utensils and plates will be provided. All sandwiches are cut in half and presented on platters. 24 hours notice required for orders. 48 Hours notice on orders for more than 25 people. Meals Tax added to orders.
Delivery available on orders of $75 or more. Fees may apply depending on location.
Click Here for Sandwich Menu.
Save a trip!
Order beer and wine as well -- because you know you'll need it.
Ski Slope Six: If you plan on traveling for the weekend, consider taking along a Ski Slope Six --our
 | Here are 5 of the 6 in the Ski Slope Six -- Valdo Prosecco rounds out the half dozen.
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own winter solace -- a comfortable WINE SIX PACK to accompany us to the slopes up north, the deserted beaches of the Cape, or our Big Easy chair in the living room.
This year's Six is valued at $88, but for YOU, only $69, about a 20% savings.
Wines detailed below, give us a call at any store, and we'll have one ready for you.
VB3 NEWS: As we mentioned last week, our first wine dinner with neighbor Tomasso Restaurant is Thursday, Feb. 5, with
Aurelio Settimo wines.
We had the pleasure of hosting Tiziana Settimo  two years ago in Marlboro. The Piedmontese producer creates all estate Barolo, Dolcetto and a nifty Nebbiolo.
Among the wines showcased that evening, the
2010 Rocche dell' Annuziata Barolo, which just earned 95 points by Wine & Spirits.
Diners who join us that evening will have the opportunity to purchase these fabulous wines at special pricing.
Vin Bin Southboro, 154 Turnpike Road, at the Crossings Plaza, next to Tomasso Restaurant.
New to the Vin Bin Nation?
Click here for a quick fill.
Wine & Beer Tastings
 Don't miss our free wine and beer tastings this Thursday and Friday, Jan. 29-30, in all three stores. Tastings begin at 5 p.m.
Go Red for Women
Friday, Feb. 6, The Vin Bin celebrates and marks  the American Heart Association campaign "Go Red for Women.'' This important recognition turns our attention to women's health, and especially the No. 1 killer among women -- heart disease.
If you see us on Feb. 6, we will be wearing red in honor of this effort.
We hope to see you in your red!
Cheers!
Brendan F., Lisa, Denise, Diane, Carol, Meg, Jocelyn, Alicia, Erin, Mike W., Paula,
 Kelsey, Steve, Lauren, Brendan S., Natalie, Chris, Ray, Marcus, Amanda, James, Edi, Chef Mike, David, Jacob, Daria, Dan, Sue, Hanna, Chrissy, Cas, Emily, Marianne, Mike T., Andrew, Rick, Julie, Julia, Aaron, Ana, Joe, Chuck, Kelly, Alana, Ian, and Daphne, the Official Dog of the Vin Bin.
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2015 Ski Slope Six
20% Off Hand Selected Wines
Now that we are in the depths of winter, we can turn to the Ski Slope Six for warmth.
Six contemplative wines, selected for your enjoyment up north, on the coast, in your parlor. And at a savings of 20%. Who knew winter could be so much fun!
Regular price: $88 
Your Cost: $69.
We know, your hands are trembling as you reach for the phone. Available in all locations this weekend.
Call 508-480-9463 for Marlboro; 508-435-9463 for Hopkinton; or 508-485-8884 for Southboro.
The Six:
2013 Carmel Road Unoaked Chardonnay: This really turned heads this season, a true Californian beauty without harsh tannin or woodsy undertone.
NV Valdo Prosecco: Please, accept the bubbly
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into your life every week. It really goes with all foods, not just potato chips.
2012 Tasca Regaleali Nero d'Avila: From Sicily, subtle cherry-berry fruit, with firmer tannin, keep this on deck for the heartier of meals.
2013 Castillo de Fuentes Monastrell: Keep this on deck for parties. Juicy and lighter bodied.
2012 Gonnet La Jeanette Ventoux: Our Rhone entry -- because you always need one -- apres-ski, roasted chicken, it all goes well.
2011 Ironside Cabernet Sauvignon: The hammer. Rich, ripe, robust, inky. No subtleties here. It's big and brawny.
Call any Vin Bin for ordering, no substitutions, although we reserve the right to replace sold out wines with a bottle of equal or greater value.
No further discount.
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