The PRIMA Vini VINE, September 30th

The PRIMA Vini VINE, September 30th

The PRIMA Vini VINE

Monday, September 30th
PRIMA Vini Dublin- 6890 Village Parkway,
Dublin, CA 94568, 925-945-1800
Closed Mondays Through October 14th
Tuesday through Saturday, 10–6,
The wine bar will close at 6 PM this Friday.
Open 24-7 at www.primavini.com



A huge thank you, or should I say Merci!, to a fantastic turnout on Friday evening for our Bordeaux Apéro! Those in attendance truly put the Happy into Happy Hour, and was a wonderful reminder of the supportive community that has been created here in Dublin. It truly means the world to our small business. This Friday we'll be closing at 6pm as Teddy and I will be in Portland to celebrate PRIMA alum Jen O'Donnell's wedding. It's going to be a super fun reunion including dear PRIMA friend Claire Carrick. Teddy and I will be back behind the bar on Friday, October 11th for another Friday Happy Hour with all of you. We hope to see you then for a glass of wine to toast Frank's 30th anniversary with PRIMA.

John with Alessandro Masnaghetti
Many of you have asked for an update on John's current travels through Italy. You can see proof here that he and Anne are having a great time, and had a chance to hang out with Italy's Map Maestro, Alessandro Masnaghetti. What better way to prepare for the annual Piemonte tour with our customers?! We miss having John in the store, but it sure is great to see him having a well deserved break abroad. Stay tuned for his return and all the great new wines he'll have discovered.
In the meantime, please remember to vote for us for Best Specialty Retail in Dublin. As John always says, we wouldn't be here without you, and your support helps raise our visibility here in the Tri Valley. Thanks for taking the time to vote! Cheers!
Brandon


Vote for Prima Vini – Best of Dublin 2024!

We’re excited to share that Prima Vini is in the running for Best of Dublin 2024 in the Best Specialty Retail category, and we need your support to win! Every vote makes a difference in this popularity contest, and your vote could help us take the top spot. The process is quick and easy—it’ll take less than 5 minutes. We truly appreciate your time and support!

Visit: https://www.bestofdublinca.com/category/4464/best-specialty-retail#contender-18985
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All Friday Night Tastings are $25 at the door
and run from 5:30-7:30 PM

  • Friday, October 25th- An Evening in Piemonte with Giacomo Bologna-Braida

The late Giacomo Bologna did more to promote the Barbera grape to the world than anyone else in his native Piemonte and his daughter Raffaella and son-in-law Norbert continue to carry the flag.

  • Saturday, October 26th- PRIMA’s Annual Halloween Bash

Stay tuned for all the details

  • Saturday, December 7th- PRIMA’s 37th Annual Champagne Extravaganza

It’s not that far off! Mark your calendars….


ANY TIME WE’RE OPEN
COME SEE WHAT WE’RE POURING IN THE PRIMA Vini WINE BAR!
We change the wines we pour by the glass week frequently so there’s always something interesting and fun open. Or pick a bottle up off our shelf, wine fridge or Enoteca! If it’s under $50 on the shelf, there’s only a $15 corkage and if it’s over $50, hey, we’ll waive it! Or do what the ‘Back to School Moms’ did last week and bring your own group, a bunch of your favorite fixins’ from one of our fine local restaurants and take over the place! And, coming soon, the East Bay’s first Italian Pizza Vending Machine. Whaaaaat?
The wine bar will close at 6 PM this week.
PRIMA WINE BAR’S BY THE BOTTLE SPECIALS
We’ve chosen a half dozen really special wines you can enjoy at our tasting bar with no additional corkage!
Order a pizza or some takeout to be delivered here and ask us to pop a bottle of one of these half dozen really special wines you can enjoy at our tasting bar with no additional corkage! These are not available by-the-glass so bring a friend or two or come thirsty~
2018 Antica Fratta Franciacorta Saten $45
2023 Spottswoode Sauvignon Blanc, Napa/Sonoma Counties $48
2020 Fattoria Felsina Chianti Classico Riserva $40
2022 A. Rafanelli Estate Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley $60
2022 Williams Selyem Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley $65
2019 Oddero Barolo Classico $67

Sale Extended—Ends Today!

Prima's Minister of Value is Giving the House Away Again!


Since John, i.e. the cat, is away right now, it’s time for the mice, i.e. his wonderful staff, are going to play…seriously play by offering our version of the Friday Follies. Taking a page from John’s playbook, we have selected a group of wines, both red and white (and two bubblies) and reduced the prices to make them irresistible to value-loving customers, like you and I, PRIMA Vini’s aptly named ‘Minister of Value’. While that title might suggest low prices only, value can be found at any price level, as long as the quality and authenticity are there and the wine delivers more than the cost would imply. Please enjoy the selection below and see if you agree.
Cheers, Frank
Note: Limited to stock on hand, but don’t hesitate to ask about supply.
Check the whole list here

ORDER $400 OR MORE
AND HAVE THE SHIPPING INCLUDED TOO

Bubbles



1)Nv Champagne Bochet-Lemoine Brut 375 ml (half bottles) Regular Price $22.99, Friday Follies Price: $17.99
Stock up on these fun Champagne ‘shooters’, made by our friends Jacky and Valerie Bochet in the village of Cormoyeux. A good percentage of Pinot Meunier makes it rich and forward.

2) Nv Champagne Lanson Black Label Brut, France
Regular Price $54.99, Friday Follies Price: $39.99
Tremendous value in Brut Champagne from a very well-known, prestigious house located in the Montagne de Reims. Produced from highly-rated vineyards and using all three classic Champagne varieties.
White



3)2023 Jadix Picpoul de Pinet, Languedoc
Regular Price $18.99, Friday Follies Price: $16.99
As much fun to drink as it is to say, “peek-pool de pin-nay”. This popular white wine from the south of France, bordering the Mediterranean, is the perfect white wine for everyday enjoyment. Fresh fruit with tantalizing acidity and a crisp finish.

4)2023 Isabelle Garrault Sancerre Les Grands Monts, Loire Valley
Regular Price $37.99, Friday Follies Price: $33.99
Don’t pass on this gorgeous Sancerre, a perennial favorite of the PRIMA staff and scores of loyal customers. Classically-styled and quite delicious.

5)2022 Antonucci Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi, Marches
Regular Price $22.99, Friday Follies Price: $18.99
Speaking of ‘classic’, this Verdicchio is wonderfully expressive of its coastal region and Mediterranean climate. Lovely, minerally-dry finish.

6)2022 Frank Family Chardonnay, Los Carneros
Regular Price $35, Friday Follies Special $29.99
The California benchmark!

Red Wine

7)2022 Bernardus Pinot Noir, Arroyo Seco
Regular Price $36, Friday Follies Special $27.99
A lovely surprise, this is for lovers of fruity, intense Pinot but there’s a lot of snap here.
8) 2021 Gainey Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills
Regular Price: $29.99, Friday Follies Price: $19.99
Finding good affordable Pinot Noir is always a challenge but the Gainey delivers a generous mouthful of plush fruit with a bright finish.

9)2019 El Coto Rioja Crianza, Spain
Regular Price: $15.99, Friday Follies Price: $14.99
Superb value in Tempranillo from one of Spain’s biggest names, sourcing fruit from all three major sub-zones of this old, highly-respected region.

10) 2022 M. Chapoutier Belleruche Cotes du Rhone, France
Regular Price: $17.99, Friday Follies Price: $15.99
The name Chapoutier is synonymous with the highest quality Rhone wines, from this delicious and affordable Cotes du Rhone to their rare single-cuvée Hermitage. Great value in everyday red wine.

11) 2019 Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco, Italy
Regular Price: $54.99, Friday Follies Price: $47.99
Produttori del Barbaresco needs no introduction as this long-established and highly regarded co-operative is famous for its incredible Nebbiolo-based wines. Rarely on sale!

12)2019 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley
Regular Price $65, Friday Follies Special $53
Down to our last few cases of this Sonoma County blue chip at a fantastic price.



ORDER $400 OR MORE
AND HAVE THE SHIPPING INCLUDED TOO
Check the whole list here