Tips from the Pour Vous Brew Crew
Growler Care Here at Pour Vous, we have 16 fresh beers on tap in our beer area. The guys and gals want to send you home with the best tasting beer possible. One of the important ways to make sure you get the best tasting beers out of your growler is proper...
Ted’s Corner – Ted’s Latest Adventure
Ted’s Corner – Ted’s Latest Adventure!
Wine Questions-Ted’s Corner June 2018
Let's talk wine questions...you have them, I can help! What is natural wine? Natural wines are unfiltered. Some winemakers use clay amphora pots to ferment the wines. They also may leave the wine in contact with the skins for an extended period of time. These...
Summer Wine Picks – Ted’s Corner May 2018
Summer is almost here...So get those white and Rosé wines chilled! Both groups of wines are easy drinking, refreshing and food friendly. Here are a few of my favorites: Lago Vinho Verde White - Portugal Fresh and crisp, this is an attractive medium sweet...
Wine and Cheeses -Ted’s Corner – April 2018
This month, Ted shares his personal wisdom and thoughts about Wine and Cheese pairing. I am not much into pairing wines with food. I am a bit free spirited when it comes to that… drink what you like with the foods you like is my motto. I know, many sommeliers...
Ted’s Corner – Flora Springs Wine
We, at Pour Vous are very excited to present the wines of Flora Springs!
Pour Vous Barrel Selections
Maker's Mark Private Select Back in June of 2017 our fearless leaders Don, Evelyn and JR Bonds embarked on a journey to Maker Mark Distillery in Loretto Kentucky to make our own expression of Makers Mark Private Select. When you visit the Maker’s Mark...
Wine Questions – Ted’s Corner Feb 2018
Ted Answers more questions!
Here are more questions about wine from our customers.
More Wine Questions – Ted’s Corner January 2018
More Wine Questions From Our Customers! You have questions, Ted has answers. Ted is back answering some of customers most popular questions. Q - What are wine legs? A - Wine legs form on the inside of your glass after the wine is tasted or swirled. Wine legs...
Thanks And Happy Holidays! – Ted’s Corner December 2017
May your holidays be filled with peace and joy, good wine and good cheer! 'Tis the season for friends, family, thanksgiving and joyful celebrations. It's a time for gathering, feasting, toasting, reflecting on the best moments of the year, and anticipating a...
Wine Pairing, Old Wine Guy Style-Ted’s Corner Bonus 2017
Let's talk wine pairing! A Week of Wine Monday - Rosé. We offer a great selection here at the store. Refreshing and easy to drink with any food, especially delicious with leftover Sunday dinner. Starts your week off in the right spirit...bright, young, and ready!...
Wine Questions-Ted’s Corner September 2017
Let's talk wine questions...you have them, I can help! Is wine gluten free? As you probably know, gluten is a protein found in grains such as barley, rye and wheat. Oats contain avenin, similar to gluten, but most people with celiac disease can safely eat them....
Alternative Wine Packaging – Ted’s Corner August 2017
Let's talk alternative wine packaging or WHAT HAPPENED TO MY WINE IN A BOTTLE WITH A CORK?!? I grew up in an era with wine either in a big 'ol jug or a nice bottle with a real cork...that was it, and I was happy! Next...
Wine Tips For Summer – Ted’s Corner June 2017
Let's talk wine tips for the hot days ahead! I'm baaacckkk! I've been out of my corner enjoying time on the lake with friends and family. Relaxing in the sun, enjoying many glasses of wine and thinking of you. As you have your own summer fun, remember...
Getting To Know Rosé Wine – Ted’s Corner May 2017
Let's talk Rosé wine. Over the past decade, Rosé soared in popularity as THE summer choice for wine lovers. Its lighter style and lower alcohol content make it perfect for the warmer temps. The rumors that Rosé is a red or white wine gone wrong, or is somehow...
Health Benefits of Wine – Ted’s Corner April 2017
Let's talk about the health benefits of wine. Moderation is Key There is a lot of research being done on the health benefits of wine. No matter which study you look at, the word "moderation" is key. Moderate consumption of wine provides the most health...
Let’s Talk Chardonnay -Ted’s Corner March 2017
Let’s Talk About Chardonnay Chardonnay originated in the Burgundy region of France and is one of the six Noble Grapes. It is now grown in every wine producing country around the world. This grape is green-skinned and fairly neutral in taste, in fact, most...
Vegan or Gluten Free Wine? – Ted’s Corner February 2017
Let's talk wine - is it gluten free and vegan friendly? The answer is yes and maybe not. Wine is considered gluten free What is gluten? It is a protein found in grains like wheat, barley, and rye, which people with celiac disease cannot consume without serious...
Post-Holiday Headache? -Ted’s Corner January 2017
You gathered, you feasted, you toasted, you cheered, and boy, do you have a headache! Let's talk holiday hangovers and explore some ways to limit the painful aftereffects of merry making. We'll learn what causes those wine headaches. By the way, it's not...
Champagne and Sparkling Wine, ’tis the Season! Ted’s Corner December 2016
Let's talk about Champagne and sparkling wine. Champagne is a sparkling wine produced grapes grown in the Champagne region of France. Most Champagne is a blend of 3 grapes, primarily Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay. There are strict rules to be...
Sulfites In Wine – Ted’s Corner November 2016
Let's talk sulfites. Sulfur dioxide (SO2) is one of a group of sulfur-based chemicals called sulfites. Winemakers use SO2 to preserve the appearance, shelf-life and safety of wine. Sulfites have wonderful antibacterial and antioxidant properties. Small amounts of...
Ted’s Corner – October 2016
LET'S TALK ABOUT THE PINOT NOIR GRAPE! Pinot Noir is a red grape. It is grown around the world, but is mainly associated with the Burgundy region of France. Other favorable growing areas are: Oregon; Caneros, Central Coast and Russian River Valley in...
Ted’s Corner – September 2016
LET'S TALK ABOUT THE MOSCATO GRAPE! AKA- Muscat, Moscatel, Moscatello, Moscato The Moscato grape is a delicate and delicious, slightly sparkling wine that is very refreshing, usually low in alcohol. It is a wonderful dessert and brunch wine. These wines almost...
Ted’s Corner – August 2016
HEAT AND WINE - NOT A GOOD MIX!!! Wines begin to be damaged at about 70 degrees. Did you know your car may reach over 100 degrees in 30 minutes during our hot summer days?! The first sign that your wine may be damaged is the bottle feels warm to hot. Long term...
Ted’s Corner – July 2016
Let's Talk About Riesling Riesling originated in the Rhine Area of Germany. It is a white grape with floral aromas and high acidity. Rieslings are usually unoaked and range from dry, semi-sweet and sweet. Riesling grapes are also used to make sparkling...