You may not think of wine as an investment in your well-being. However, wine has been a part of all social classes and many religious organizations dating back to the Middle Ages. It was a way to connect with people while sharing a meal. Today, a few will buy wine as a financial investment, and others see it as a leisure activity. But I believe all who enjoy wine conclude that it brings pleasure and happiness, particularly at the end of a long day or week. As wine professionals, we challenge everyone to explore different flavors and the cultural richness of wine. Invest a little more in your selection. Take time to discover different wines from around the world. Look beyond the big brands that are often more interested in quantity and money than producing a high-quality product. The small winery cares about the land and chooses to farm organically so the next generation can continue the tradition. They pay more attention to the quality of the ingredients (grapes) and do not add multiple additional ingredients to create a formulaic style that tastes the same every year. If you are curious to purchase and collect high-quality wine to put aside for several years, we can assist in this process. These bottles typically start around $70 and come from top producers with a pedigree and history in renowned regions such as Bordeaux, Burgundy, Barolo, Tuscany, Napa, and Rhone. Storing wine for later enjoyment can be a fun investment in long-term pleasure. Do not be intimidated by wine. In simple terms, it is an agricultural product; above all else, it is a beverage that brings pleasure on multiple levels. Join in the social fun. Explore the many regions around the world and learn what you like and what you don’t like. It is subjective, and there are no right or wrong answers. But at every price point, do not sacrifice quantity (big brands, you know them) for quality. Lean to the small producer who works tirelessly to bring their wines to you. Passion, history, and tradition in a glass shows that wine can go beyond just being a beverage.
Kindred Spirits & Wine is a local wine shop with four locations – Fairfield, Westport, Monroe, and Shelton. They have a well-curated shelf of wines from around the world. The Kindred Select section consists of small producers and family wineries that are thoughtfully resourced, hand selected, and specially chosen by the Kindred wine team. Each weekend, they offer in-store tastings, and monthly, they have educational wine tasting events to enhance your discovery. Monica McCall is the Wine Director who goes above and beyond to bring wines of excellent quality and value at every price point.
Kindred Spirits & Wine
2260 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield CT 06825
kindredspiritsandwine.com
@kindred_spirits_wine
As wine professionals, we challenge everyone to explore different flavors and the cultural richness of wine. Invest a little more in your selection. Take time to discover different wines from around the world.
