Kevin Flannery

Experienced Certified Sommelier, CSW, CSS and Owner of Vinyl Steakhouse - I love to share wine ideas, pairings and tips for those on a budget!

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This is cool, and unexpected! Two Rivers Chateau Deux Fleuves Vineyards @TwoRiversWinery
2022 Syrah- @sofiadellios took a chance on Colorado wine- nose is gamey meats of Rhône , cracked pepper, blistered cherries with some plums and herbal Finish. $17.99 approx in Breckenridge

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Quite possibly my favorite wine in America @hawkeswine
Had the pleasure of joining their wine membership recently, was a life long dream to do so!

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Wow found this @SelbyWinery 2018 merlot for $19 in ohio and it’s unreal! Stewed cherry fruits, light eucalyptus, vanilla, white spices , fig, light mocha . What a steal for a sonoma county merlot!

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Been a while since I found a deal like this! $12 for a Salmon Creek 2012 Napa Valley Cab. Reserve as well. Sour cherries , tobacco leaf , orange peel and white spices. Try to find or order this bad boy online !! HIDDEN gem!

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Incredible Greek wine over lunch in Park Slope. Thank you @DomaineLazaridi for an insanely good CAB, MER & AGIORGITIKO blend ! One of a kind the notes of black Cherry, vanilla and baking spices made me feel back in sonoma! What a one of a kind wine! Don’t sleep on Greek wines!

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Happy Friday! I used to love @RosemountWines but haven’t tried in years! I saw Diamond Label Cab $10.99 and the promising 2018 Aussie vintage. Super well balanced! Subtle blueberry integrated with black cherry and bramble berry with notes of sugar cookie.

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Wow!! @sofiadellios sniped this bottle on UWS and honestly I loathe “California” appellation wines. What a sleeper wine for $13.99! @LeeseFitchWines well done!!
Going to buy a case tomorrow ! Bing cherry, all spice and most importantly pure sonoma fruit vibes. Total #steal

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@GratefulDead Stapleton doing Ripple would be sweet !

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Need a #election break?! Found B. Sharp wine at Elrichs on UWS. $14.99 for this “Red Table Wine”
an old school way to say Blend! 52%Cab/18%franc/18%mer/12% petit verdot! Super cool napa/sonoma blend! Black cherry, violets, graham cracker, white spice and gravel

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If you don’t drink Petit Verdot you really need to start!! Typically I strive for Jumilla, Spain version (which you should too!) BUT this 2015 Aljibes Petit V from Albacete is outstanding!Mashed blueberries & violets, vanilla & cedar wood. $17.99 is a steal!

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Luis Saenz Tempranillo Crianza 2015 is amazing!! This $13.99 Rioja is so good for the price. Vanilla and bing cherry fruit with almonds and white spices. What a wine!! Try to #find this one !

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@AldiUSA - Thank you! You have maybe one of my BEST finds EVER. $9.99 is the price for William Wright “Reserve Lot,” “Hand Selected,” Pinot Noir 2018! This Monterey Pinot is light but beautiful! Bing Cherry, Rose Pedal, Red Apples and light Cinnamon. Going back for more!

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Found this cool $17.99 Pinot at @DorothyLaneMkt that is a steal! Picket Fence Pinot is from Russian River! It’s a 2017 gem w/ red apple, cherry skins, mushroom and orange peel. Shout out to @sofiadellios for helping me find it !!!

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Found this Aussie wine Red Knot 2012 McLaren Vale for $17.99. What a damn steal!!! Needs to breath must decant but it’s like a inexpensive fine Bordeaux! Loving this find! Couple bottles more @acmefreshmarket in Akron where I am #Quarantine for now. Miss NYC!!

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Oh man! On the dusty bottom shelf found a 2013 Small Lot Blend @parducciwine Cab from Mendocino! $14.99 for this #steal and I was wisely patient..opened and breathed for 30 mins and BOOM! BlackBerry, brown sugar, baking spice and delicate finish! Buy more!

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@WildHorseWinery has a 15’ Cabernet that at $16.99 is a #QuarantineLife steal. I typically steer away from Central Coast Cabs but this one is Elegant and Compelx with Cherry Cordial,Dark Plums,white spices and Bramble Berry. Long Finish! Honestly showcases as Napa/Sonoma product

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Wow!! Love @avvwinery chardonnay and ALL their wines! They are one of the BEST value wines for your $$ in the BIZ. The Chard I paired for $12 with Lobster Rolls tonight! Another decent #QuarantineLife wine! Lemon, white peach, crispy green apple, limestone and fresh sunflower!

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Found @sobonestate 2014 Blend for $14.99! This is a hard fine perhaps but check online! This beauty has spiced cherries, rhubarb pie, toasted almonds and tart cranberries what an excellent long soft finish! Try to find it for your #quarantine #pandemic

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@mark_vana Try online if you can’t find local. Also local shops will order in a case if you ask . But for this price worth ordering

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This #sonoma Forest Glen Winery which ive never had before is a 2015 #merlot and it’s awesome! Much like a Right Bank Bordeaux! soft subtle red and black fruit with cedar notes and excellent terroir! I love this wine for under $15!