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Hope Valley Wine & Beverage

What's New
We are always looking for wines to explore and these wines are a mixture of wines our amazing vendors have sampled during tasting, wines that  Kelly and River have experienced and even some wines that our customers have special ordered through us! These wines are intentional, designed around a multitude of gatherings and social events and we are excited to share WHY any particular wine is on our shelf!
Sparkling & Rosé Wines
Domaine Ste Michelle Brut Rosé
Columbia Valley, Washington
Tasting Notes
A blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes, this blush-hued sparkler offers juicy strawberry and raspberry flavors with a dry initial impression and a soft, fruity aftertaste
Food Pairing
Spicy jalapeño and artichoke dip, mixed baby greens with lemon, coconut shrimp, fried chicken and waffles, sushi and soft cheeses are all amazing pairing options.
$17.99
McBride Sisters Sparkling Brut Rosé
Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Tasting Notes
This gorgeous bubbly glows with gentle aromas of rose petals, crushed red berries, and strawberries with cream. In the mouth, the red fruits just keep coming with loads of fresh raspberry, cranberry, strawberry and a bit of juicy peach to round things out. The wine’s time on the lees brings a lovely creamy texture, and layers of toasty complexity that glide into a long, spicy finish.
Food Pairings
Fried chicken, popcorn, fish and chips, or chips and queso.

$21.99
White Wines
Alice Berthier Coteaux de Giennois 
Loire Valley, France 
Tasting Notes
This hidden treasure appellation, little known outside of France, showcases an expressive Sauvignon Blanc of white pear, minerality and sprightly acidity.
Food Pairings
Rich Fish, Grilled Chicken, Pork, Goat Cheese
$25.99

Luc Poullain Touraine 
Loire Valley, France
Tasting Notes
a crisp, vibrant Loire Valley white wine known for its high acidity and aromatic profile, often compared to a budget-friendly Sancerre. It features notes of lemon zest, white peach, green apple, wet stone, and fresh herbs. It is a bright, juicy wine with a mineral, stony edge.
Food Pairings
Any seafood, goat cheese, herbaceous salads, and Thai dishes
$21.99

Conde Valdemar Tempranilo Blanco
Rioja, Spain
Tasting Notes
a crisp, aromatic white wine from Rioja with a pale yellow color and greenish, bright reflections. It features intense aromas of white fruit (pear, apple), citrus (grapefruit), and herbs (fennel, mint). The palate is fresh, smooth, and balanced, often showcasing tropical fruit notes and a distinctive, long-lasting, slightly saline finish.
Food Pairings

Pair with grilled vegetables, tuna tartare, ceviche
$15.99

Conde Valdemar Blanco
Rioja, Spain
Tasting Notes
a fresh, vibrant, and unoaked white Rioja. It features a pale yellow color with intense aromas of white fruit (pear, melon), citrus, and subtle white flowers. The palate is crisp, balanced, and smooth, offering a lingering, clean finish with mineral nuances.
Food Pairings

Pair with fresh fruit, smoked foods, Mediterranean faire
$18.99
Pike's Riesling 
Clare Valley, Australia
Tasting Notes
The Riesling vines that produce Pikes Dry Riesling Traditionale enjoy east to southeast exposure and for the most part are ungrafted with just a small percentage planted on rootstock. The soils are red brown earth over clay, with slate and broken bluestone sub-soil. It is this slate and bluestone sub-soil as well as the cooler climate of Polish Hill that contributes to Riesling’s intense mineral character and complexity.
Food Pairings
Tangy cheeses, duck, South Asian dishes.
$34.99
McBride Sisters Chardonnay
Central Coast, California
Tasting Notes
This wine is sunshine in your glass. Bright and zesty fruit flavors twirl with tropical richness, and a toasty, creamy layer that always feels light and refreshing. Hints of flint and wet rock keep things extra interesting on the way to a long, fresh fruit finish.
Food Pairings
Halibut, seabass, or chicken cutlets in a creamy dijon mustard sauce, or veggie pasta.
$16.99

McBride Sisters Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough, New Zealand
Tasting Notes
Your first sniff brings tropical fruits, white flowers and zesty citrus, then things get luscious with a mouthful of passion fruit, mango, fuji apple and key lime. Bold acidity and a subtle mineral flourish keep you coming back for more.
Food Pairings
Fresh oysters, sushi, salads with vinaigrette, or stir-fry.
$16.99

Stift Gœttweig GV Messwein
Kremstal, Austria
Tasting Notes
A traditional sacramental wine produced by the Bendictine monastery of Göttweig Abbey, know for it's high acidity and notes of green apple. citrue and white pepper spice. The wine is aged in steel tanks to preserve its fresh and fruity character.
Food Pairings
Pair with seafood, chicken, veal, turkey and sashimi, as well as spicy Thai and Vietnamese cuisines. 
$21.99
Red Wines
LaMadrid Reserva Cabernet Franc 
Mendoza, Argentina
Tasting Notes
a medium-bodied wine characterized by dark, earthy, and spicy aromas like blackberries, plums, and herbs. It is known for its smooth yet, firm tannins, vibrant acidity, and a long, savory finish often featuring notes of chocolate and, coffee
Food Pairings
Pair with aged cheeses, sausage with peppers and onions, fajitas 
$21.99
Langmeil Valley Floor Shiraz
Barossa Valley, Australia
Tasting Notes
a rich, medium-to-full-bodied Barossa Valley wine featuring aromas of Satsuma plum, mulberry, chocolate, and sweet spices. It is characterized by soft, velvety tannins, notes of mocha and bramble, and a long, peppery finish.
Food Pairings
Pair with meats and mature cheeses
$33.99

Heredad de Berganzo Joven 
Rioja, Spain
Tasting Notes
A ruby-colored Rioja Alavesa red crafted via carbonic maceration. It features intense, fresh aromas of blackberry, red fruit, and licorice. On the palate, it is described as elegant and balanced, with juicy, fruity notes and a smooth, light finish.
Food Pairings
Chorizo, Manchego cheese, grilled vegetables, pasta with tomato-based sauces, roast chicken
$22.99
Conde Valdemar Reserva
Rioja, Spain
Tasting Notes
A plush, structured Rioja, blending classic tradition with fresh, vibrant fruit. Expect rich aromas of cherry, blackberry, and subtle vanilla-oak, supported by fine-grained tannins, licorice, and iron notes. It is a balanced, elegant red with a long, spicy finish.
Food Pairings
Grilled meats, slow-cooked stews, and casserole.

$23.99
Marco Porello Langhe DOC Nebbiolo
Piedmont, Italy
Tasting Notes
Graceful powerful red wine class. Soft intense garnet red with fine tears. Nose of wild violets, wild strawberries and red juniper, brushwood and truffle. Distinctive flavor with firm acidity and ultra-fine tannins in the slender texture. Very refined wild finish.  At its best when decanted several hours in advance.
Food Pairings
Wine to enjoy on its own or to serve with a ragout of wild mushrooms, risotto with truffle or a roasted partridge.
$28.99

Punset Lange Nebbiolo
Langhe DOC, Piedmont, Italy
Tasting Notes
The ruby red color with garnet highlights accompanies pleasant aromas of red berry fruits and floral aromas of rose and violet, intense and harmonious. The fruity aroma is also very evident to the taste sensation, characterized by a dry and clean finish. Showcasing spice and earth character on the nose, with hints of berries. Medium-bodied, with simple fruit and a delicate finish.
Food Pairings
Pairs best with rich, savory Italian dishes, especially those featuring truffles, mushrooms, hearty pastas (like ragu), roasted meats (lamb, beef, duck, pork), aged hard cheeses (Parmigiano Reggiano), and even pizza with spicy sausage or prosciutto.
$37.99

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Hours

Closed Mondays
Tuesdays: 10:00 - 7:00
Wednesdays: 10:00 - 7:00
Thursdays: 10:00 - 7:00
Fridays: 10:00 - 8:00
Saturdays: 10:00 - 8:00
Sundays: 10:00 - 5:00

Location

Hope Valley Wine & Beverage
​Woodcroft Shopping Center​
4711 Hope Valley Road, Suite 4E
Durham North Carolina, 27707
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