Don’t judge a wine by its homemade label—yeah, the one that’s just “Merlot” scrawled on a jagged strip of masking tape. It’s a lesson for even the unsnobbiest drinkers, and sage advice that Noble Grape’s Shean Higgins is quick to share with hesitant first-time winemakers. Not all homemade wines are that watermelon shiraz your friends […]
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Noble Grape’s escape
In the face of the upcoming construction at 6112 Quinpool Road, Noble Grape has followed Cyclesmith’s lead and moved its winemaking wonders to a new home. The longtime Quinpool resident didn’t stray too far, taking over (and making over) the long-neglected 2100 Oxford Street. The new shop is 50 percent bigger than the former Noble […]
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The ShopTalk Guided Tour: Quinpool Road
It’s time for Quinfest! The celebration of all things Quinpool Road is this Saturday, September 15, 11am-3pm. The fun includes a reptile zoo, clowns, carnival games, face-painting, kite-flying and science booths. Most of the street’s restaurants are offering free samples from noon to 2pm. And at 1pm there’s a free concert, with Razzmatazz For Kids […]