Cheesetique

I've been wanting to try out the new wine bar at Cheesetique and finally got the opportunity with the wine club.

The first thing you notice when you walk into Cheesetique is the impressive assortment of cheeses. The deli case at the front of the store has dozens of different types of cheeses and as you make your way toward the back where the bar is there is a Cheeses & Meat board with featured cheeses. Some of the cheeses featured during our visit included Wasabi Goat, Raw Manchego, Beecher's Reserve, and Shropshire.

The wine list is rotated twice a year and features a good selection of wines from around the world all at very reasonable prices. I was especially impressed with the Vajra Nebbiolo Blend from Italy, it was an excellent cheese wine.

The staff is very knowledgeable about both cheese and wine. Once I selected the first bottle, they were able to put together a selection of 5 cheeses that worked well with the wine.

One word of caution: The seating area in the bar is extremely limited, and even on a Tuesday night it is crowded. But if you like good wine and cheese, this is definitely a place to visit.