Store Hours:

Monday thru Saturday
10:00 am - 9:00 pm





  • Named Kansas City's Best Wine Shop by the PITCH in their 'Best of 2007'.



    • UPCOMING EVENTS



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    Click Here for our June Calendar of Events



  • Tuesday: 6/03/08: 5:30pm-7:30pm

    • WALK THRU BLIND TASTING
    This is our newest brain-child of a tasting...formatted just like our normal public tastings; this time with a little twist. We will have six wines opened for tasting - all of their identities will be hidden behind brown paper bags (you know the kind you used to get at that other liquor store). We will have a series of multiple choice questions for each wine. Sniff, swirl & sip your way around the tasting and make your guesses as to the country & region of origin, grape or grapes used, vintage, oaked or unoaked, etc. Discounts will be rewarded for every correct answer. Don't worry, all levels of wine knowledge and interest are welcome. We won't share your answers with anyone - although we may make fun of you once you leave.
    THIS IS A FREE TASTING



  • Friday: 6/06/08: 5:00pm-9:00pm

    • JUNE FIRST FRIDAY
    As always, we will have a flight of four great wines for you to taste. This month we will have some great summer drinkers from Spain and you can try your skill and drink wine from a porron.
    http://www.demaisonselections.com/porrons.html (bibs not included).
    Our local artist this month is Robert Butler from the Kansas City Star. $10 includes a Cellar Rat logo wine glass



  • Wednesday 6/11/08: 5:30pm-7:30pm

    • JUNE MEMBERS ONLY WINE TASTING
    This is our monthly tasting to celebrate our wine club members.
    Stop by any time between 5:30-7:30 for a taste of five great wines.
    This is a FREE tasting.



  • Thursday 6/19/08: 5:30pm-7:30pm

    • MAY STAFF PICKS TASTING
    Come taste what we've been drinking & see which rat your palate is most similar to. We each pick four wines that we are really excited about and share them with you. This is our biggest and most diverse tasting each month.
    Stop by any time between 5:30-7:30 for a taste of five great wines.



  • Saturday 6/21/08: 2:00pm-5:00pm

    • CHRISTOPHER ELBOW CHOCOLATES & WINE
    Come and experience a delectable indulgence of KANSAS CITY'S OWN and nationally recognized chocolatier.
    Chris' chocolates will be paired with great wines from Premier Cru and Winesellers LTD.
    816.221.9463 for details and reservations.




  • Thursday 6/26/08: 6:00pm

    • OUR FIRST EVER SAKE CLASS
    This special class will explore the world of SAKE and compare, contrast and discuss the range of styles, production and history behind one of the worlds most misunderstood beverages.
    Come learn the answers to all the questions you have been too afraid to ask.
    $30 (plus tax) 816.221.9463 for details and reservations.




    JUNE CLASS SCHEDULE

  • OLD vs. NEW
    The Old World - Europe - is the birthplace of most varietals including Cab Sauv, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Chardonnay & Sauvignon Blanc. The same varietals also grow well in New World countries such as the U.S., Australia, Argentina and New Zealand. However, there are surprising differences in the wines. Explore the territorial and regional differences and learn about winemaking traditions and innovations. We will taste, evaluate and discuss ten wines from the Old and the New. $30 (plus tax) 816.221.9463 for details and reservations.
    Monday 6/9 6:30pm



  • WINE ESSENTIALS
    Whether you are just discovering wine or an enthusiast who needs a refresher course, our Wine Essentials Course will provide you with the building blocks. You will learn the five S's of wine tasting as you explore 9 different wines. This class focuses on the 'classic' grapes, where they grow and why they grow there. $25 (plus tax) 816.221.9463 for details and reservations.
    Saturday 6/14 1:00-3pm



  • $10 vs. $100 CHALLENGE
    Is it really worth it? Sample wines ranging in price from $10 to $100 - this special 'blind' tasting will compare, contrast & discuss seven wines from around the world. This tasting is limited to the first ten 'judges' and will be accompanied by a sampling of artisan cheeses; $40 (plus tax) 816.221.9463 for details and reservations.
    Friday 6/13 6:30-8pm - Chardonnay
    Friday 6/27 6:30-8pm - Argentine Malbec & Blends



  • THE FAMOUS (MONTHLY) $100 CASE OF WINE

    • That's right, get twleve new wines each month.
    It really started out as a challenge; to see if we could put together a full mixed case of wine for $100. The result is a great little sampling of twelve 'bang for your buck' wines. Wines from all over the world, wines of every style but most importantly, wines for every day drinking. Buy like the big shots do and bring home your own case of wine - nobody needs to know it only cost you $100 ($125 if purchased individually). This special case also doubles as your own wine tasting class with full tasting notes for each wine. (Call ahead and we can have it ready when you get here) 816.221.9463


  • WE DO!!

    • Gift Cards...available in any amount!
    Private in store events: customized tastings, food & wine pairings
    RIEDEL wine glass rental
    Artisan cheese & gourmet meat plates TO GO
    Tasting events at your home or office
    Gift registry for weddings, events & parties
    Wine & beverage consultation & planning for parties of 10 to 1000
    Wine Cellar consultation
    Delivery (for orders of $400 or more, restrictions apply)
    Shipping (restrictions apply - see store for details)

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