Happy New Year from Schneider's Of Capitol Hill

From all of us at Schneider's of Capitol Hill, Happy New Year!

We will be open until 9pm on New Year's Eve for your last minute purchases. We have many delicious Champagnes and sparkling wines for your New Year's Eve celebrations or for hostess gifts to take to your parties. Stop in today and ask any member of our wine staff to pick the perfect bottle for your palate and your budget!

New Year's Eve Party Provisions

New Year's Eve is only a few days away. It's a perfect time to finalize plans and make certain you have everything you need to say farewell to 2008 and celebrate the arrival of 2009. Schneider's has all the bases covered, from affordable party wine to Champagne and something a bit more special...

Humberto Canale Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon 2006
Regularly: $9.99 Sale: $6.99
A delightful dry white wine with crisp Sauvignon Blanc flavors and good body from the Semillon. This is perfect for a large New Year’s Eve party!








Spada Toro 2006
Regularly: $11.99 Sale: $7.99
Produced from the Tempranillo hybrid Tinto de Toro, this delightful red has good body, ripe blackberry fruit flavors mixed with licorice and black cherry liqueur. Its soft body and excellent depth of flavor makes it a real winner at an incredible price.





In addition, we also recommend these delicious Champagnes to serve with special meals and to toast your New Year's Eve celebrations.

Pannier Brut NV
Regularly: $39.99 Sale: $24.99
At this price, it has quickly become our largest selling Champagne. “Boldly flavored, with red berry, honey and vanilla notes married to a rich, round frame. A crowd-pleaser that's balanced and satisfying, with a lingering finish.” - The Wine Spectator

Pannier Brut Rosé NV
Regularly: $49.99 Sale: $24.99
That’s right, Half Price Champagne! The importer needed to sell several hundred cases and we were happy to buy this delicious Rosé Champagne at this incredible price. “Rich and supple, with a beam of berry, mineral and spice notes running through it. Very creamy!” - The Wine Spectator

Pannier Blancs de Blanc 1998
Regularly: $79.99 Sale: $49.99
"A nice crispness, with a mélange of toast, graphite, candied citrus and honey notes. Beautifully textured, with an appealing chalky sensation on the finish. Drink now through 2012.” 91 Points - Wine Spectator

Montaudon Brut
Regularly: $39.99 Sale: $29.99
Montaudon has always been a house favorite here at Schneider’s as well as in my home. Luc Montaudon is the fifth generation running this family-owned house and is a true gentleman as well as a truly nice guy. “A full-bodied bubbly, featuring graphite, honey, apricot and toasted brioche flavors. On the dry side, this is well-balanced and lively, with a crisp, mouthwatering finish.” 90 Points - Wine Spectator

Montaudon Brut Vintage 2000
Regularly: $59.99 Sale: $39.99

Charles Ellner Brut Reserve
Regularly: $59.99 Sale: $44.99

Bertrand Delespierre Brut 1er Cru
Regularly: $59.99 Sale: $49.99

Please visit our Web site to see our entire selection of Champagne, and other sale items to help you bring in 2009!

Please contact us at 202.543.9300 with any questions.

98 Point Elderton Command Shiraz Available Now

We have plenty in stock, but at this price, the 98 Point, 2004 Elderton Command Shiraz won't last for long!

“The 2004 Shiraz “Command” comes from a single block of 104-year-old vines. It was aged in 100% new oak puncheons (400 liter barrels). Opaque purple-colored, this Shiraz has fabulous aromatics of smoke, melted tar, licorice, espresso, game, and blueberry compote. Layered but tight, this full-bodied wine is thick, rich, and totally hedonistic. The finish lasts for 60 seconds. However, be warned. This monumental Shiraz needs 10-15 years to fully unfold. It will provide pleasure through 2035.” 98 Points - The Wine Advocate.

In-Store Wine and Chocolate Tasting with Biagio Fine Chocolate

Schneider’s and Biagio Fine Chocolate are partnering this Friday, December 12, for a wine and chocolate tasting. The tasting will be held in the Schneider’s wine room from 6 to 8pm. We have assembled a delicious, mouth-watering collection of several great wines and chocolates for you to try. All wines and chocolates will be available for purchase. We will taste the following wines from Schneider’s:

• Nugan Botrytis Semillon KLN 2004
• La Badis Moscato D’Asti
• Vina Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
• Opolo Summit Creek Zinfandel

We are proud to co-host this tasting with Biagio. Biagio Fine Chocolate’s mission is to provide the Washington, DC metropolitan area with the finest collection of chocolate and chocolate related products from around the world. Biagio Fine Chocolate is a destination for fine chocolate in the National Capital Region and aspires to become an important business contributor to the local economy and community. William Knight, co-owner of Biago, will join us for this tasting to discuss his chocolates and how they pair with our wines. Biagio is located at 1904 18th St. NW, Washington, DC.

Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the end of Prohibition

75 years ago today, Prohibition was officially prohibited! Take a moment to plan a celebration today with friends and family! That's right - no need to call up the bootlegger! Give us a call or stop in at the store and find something to drink tonight on this important anniversary.

Here are some photos of celebrations over the years marking the anniversary when Prohibition was abolished.