Cream Wine and Spirits

08/31/2026

08/10/2026

Celebrating Borgo Maragliano and their flagship: La Caliera Moscato d’Asti DOCG 2025, 100% Moscato Bianco from the hills of Canelli in Piedmont, planted at 360 meters with a steep 32% southwest-facing slope. The vineyards are rooted in a mix of tufaceous rock, sandstone, and calcium-rich soils, giving this Moscato d’Asti plenty of lift and mineral energy to balance its naturally sweet, aromatic personality.

The grapes are gently pressed and the juice is chilled to 0°C to preserve freshness and prevent spontaneous fermentation. Fermentation then takes place in pressurized tanks, where the wine naturally retains its CO₂. Fermentation is stopped at 5.5% alcohol by chilling the wine back down to 0°C, preserving a touch of natural grape sweetness and a gentle, frothy sparkle.

The result is classic Canelli Moscato with a little extra altitude and texture: intensely aromatic, full and velvety, with candied citrus, ripe peach, acacia blossom, and a distinctive violet perfume. Light on its feet despite the sweetness, with bright acidity and a refreshing finish.

Serve well chilled at 10–12°C. Obviously great with dessert, but don’t stop there. Fresh fruit, fruit salads, salty snacks, brunch, spicy food, or simply a cold glass when you want something fun all work beautifully.
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08/08/2026

Let’s get naked with Gernot & Heike Heinrich via Zev Rovine Selections Founded by Gernot and Heike Heinrich in 1990 with just one hectare of vines, Weingut Heinrich has become one of Austria’s benchmark biodynamic estates. Based in Gols on the shores of Lake Neusiedl, the estate farms vineyards on both sides of the lake, where limestone, schist, gravel, and alluvial soils shape wines of distinct character.

Certified biodynamic since 2006, the Heinrichs farm with a deep respect for their land, focusing primarily on native Austrian varieties including Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt, St. Laurent, Neuburger, and Pinot Blanc, alongside small plantings of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Merlot. All fruit is hand harvested and fermented with native yeasts. Whites often see extended skin contact, reds are gently extracted, and every wine is aged in neutral oak before bottling unfined, unfiltered, and with minimal sulfur. The result is a lineup of expressive, terroir-driven wines that balance energy, texture, and remarkable aging potential. The naked line up is a great introduction to the family and territory. We are bullish on Austria and excited for this new addition!

07/30/2026

Stagiaire Mark Slo and andy pates thirsty Thursday w Swick Wines

07/30/2026

2001. The birth of my son Miles. The start of new wine company called Cream. So many memories along the way. Seems appropriate to share these stories around a table full of food and wine with family and friends. Chiara De Iulis Pepe has been a part of our journeys and hospitality DNA. Mourning the loss of Maestro this week but feeling the energy in these bottles and all that came before, after and in the future. Wine is life, wine is food. Live every day like it could be your last. Drink something that gives you energy, reverence and joy. Grazie EP ~asp andy pates

07/27/2026

Location : Mart Anthony's
Date : Thursday, August 6th
Time : 6:30pm
Price : $150 per person

WINE DINNER with Stranger Wine Company 🎉🍷

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06/29/2026

Now available in Chicago: the 2023 Spanish natural wines from Clovis Ochin.

Very Limited.

06/15/2026

scruffyvermouth is now available in Chicago via cream

scruffyvermouth

06/11/2026

Regenerative Viticulture
California to Michigan

Panel Discussion featuring...

√ Maxx of Stranger Wine Co
√ Abe & Kaeley of The Scholium Project/LA River Wine Co

Free w/ RSVP
Discussion begins prompty at 12pm
Location: Easy Does It

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