Greenfield Rotary Wine to Water Benefit

Friday, March 19, 2010 by Lizan Brand
    Greenfield Liquors was excited to participate in the Wine to Water Benefit last weekend here in Greenfield.  We sampled eight new boutique wines which we have recently added to our inventory.  A special thanks to Simon from Crossroad Vintners for his time and support from their company for samples. 
    Over 200 people attended and the program raised near to $4000.00!   This translates to  fresh water for 700-1000 people in the Sierra Leone, Africa.  Without your support, this
would not have been possible!
  
    Many of those in attendance asked for info on what we presented.  The wines we brought were:

  Paige 23 Sauvignon Blanc
  Babich Unoaked Chardonnay
  Hey Mambo White
  Calera Pinot Noir
  Velvet Devil Merlot
  Charles and Charles Red
  Shannon Ridge Wrangler Red
  Risata Muscato d'Asti

Please stop in to see us for these and many more.  We have the greatest selection of specialty beers and wines in Greenfield!

The Lost Bordeaux-Odjfell Armador Carmenere

Monday, December 21, 2009 by Lizan Brand

Odjfell Armador Carmenere    

Odjfell Armador CarmenereCarmenère, once a Bordeaux grape variety, was lost after the phylloxera blight, and is now found only in Chile. This is a surprisingly rich version, with delicious plum and blackberry fruit supported by tobacco leaf, tar and dark chocolate notes, which all pump through the finish nicely.  Consistantly one of our top sellers!
 

Wine Spectator 88pts.


Regular Price $11.99    Holiday Special $9.99

Greenfield Liquors is
The State Street Exchange
1208 N. State Street, Greenfield
Just 20 minutes east of Indianapolis

New Belgium 2 Below on sale for the Holidays

Monday, December 21, 2009 by Lizan Brand
New Belgium 2 Below    Two below... no we're not describing the snow out east!  Two Below is our newest style available from New Belgium.  I just tried this new addition to our collection with a friend last night!    This smooth, delight presents with a medium amber color and finishes without bitterness.

   The 2009 Beer Specials here at the State Street Exchange include this delight until 12-31-09

    New Belgium 2 Below
    Regular price:  $  8.89

    Special:  $ 7.11

Pull on your wool socks and crack open a 2 Below Ale. This tasty winter warmer started life as a small batch beer brewed for the Al Johnson Uphill Downhill – a telemark ski race in Crested Butte, Colorado. The Uphill Downhill celebrates the exploits of Al Johnson, letter carrier extraordinaire, who delivered mail by ski in the late 1800’s. Dry hopping during fermentation creates a floral nose with a hint of pepper and spicy, subtle undertones. 2 Below provides a bright, hoppy palate and a cheery warm afterglow.

Greenfield Liquors is
The State Street Exchange
1208 N. State Street, Greenfield
Just 20 minutes east of Indianapolis

Merry Christmas! Celebrate with our Grey Goose Special!

Friday, December 18, 2009 by Lizan Brand
Grey Goose 1.75 LMerry Christmas to all our faithful customers!   We would like to offer an extra special savings offer to help celebrate!

Grey Goose, "the world's best vodka" with unparalleled smoothness and
clarity is the perfect spirit for your holiday festivities!

We are making a special offer now through Christmas day.

Get your Grey Goose 1.75 L (Half Gallon)
Usually price- $63.49
Christmas special.... $49.99

Greenfield Liquors is
The State Street Exchange
1208 N. State Street, Greenfield
Just 20 minutes east of Indianapolis

Penner Ash Pinot Noir

Thursday, December 10, 2009 by Lizan Brand
Penner Ash Pinot NoiThis is a fabulous wine that will make an incredible gift this holiday season.  Part of your "You Choose the Savings" Collection and you will get $6.00 off this December!

  Here are the details from Penner Ash..." Oregon’s northern latitude brings long hours of summer sunshine and cool nights to our vineyard which helps fully ripen our grapes and retain natural acidity. Our unique growing season allows for the development of complex fruit flavors, aromatics and nuances associated with world-class wines. Red raspberry, baking spice and sweet dried fruit aromas compliment a vibrant palate of red cherry, chocolate and cinnamon. A purity of red fruit combined with a lush texture and refined tannins compliment a nuanced finish of strawberry and vanilla."

Enjoy this one of a kind Pinot for $51.99 
DECEMBER SPECIAL $45.99!

Greenfield Liquors is
The State Street Exchange
1208 N. State Street, Greenfield
Just 20 minutes east of Indianapolis

New on the shelves at State Street Exchange, Hussongs Reposada Tequilla

Saturday, June 20, 2009 by Lizan Brand
  The latest addtion to our Tequila department:  Hussongs Reposada Tequila!

      The first review I read about this tequila was about a new bar in St. Paul that offers over 130 tequila's.  On the bartender's recommendation, they poured Hussongs Reposada and was not disappointed!    This is an ultra smooth tequila and comes in a distinctive old style bottle.  
                                                                                                       "Yellow-gold. Sweet powdered fruit nose. A round supple attack lead to a medium-to full-bodied palate with deeply roasted agave and grilled fruit and pepper notes f followed by a wave of peppery oak and spice. Big and brawny with a sophisticated edge."

-Rated 91, Tastings.com

More from New Blegium Brewery

Saturday, June 20, 2009 by Lizan Brand
With the success of Fat Tire Ale, we have also added two other brews from New Belgium!


Available in 22 oz bottles, we have added the 1554 Enlighten Black Ale.  This is a one of a kind delight!  This is a refreshing dark beer that pours almost black.  It has a nose of chocolate, carmel and coffee with tastes very similar with a sweet finish.  To quote a review in Beer Advocate "To me, it's as if a Impy Stout and a Belgium Trappist had a delicious 22oz baby."




The Mothership has landed at State Street Exchange. 
Here is the information from New Belgium....
    Our first venture into organically-produced beer, Mothership Wit Organic Wheat Beer elevates the zesty Wit or White beers of Belgium. Our far-flung Beer Rangers affectionately refer to our Fort Collins brewery as the Mothership, a name that conjures images of earth shot from space and the interconnectivity of it all. Mothership Wit is brewed with wheat and barley malt, as well as coriander and orange peel spicing resulting in a balance of citrus and sour flavors held in suspension by a bright burst of carbonation.

NEW! Pampero Aniversario Rum

Saturday, June 20, 2009 by Lizan Brand

Pampero Aniversario Rum
    This delicious rum is new in our store!  It comes in a great little suede bag that could be used later on.  Reminds me of what I used to keep my marbles in!

     A pampero is a vicious squall that strikes throughout the Pampas of South America. Its forceful winds bring extreme humidity, severe rains and powerful thunderstorms in its path. The pampero may be intense, yet it creates the perfect climate to produce the rum of the same name. It's this climate, the scorching heat of South America helps Pampero age faster — creating a bold and distinct rum with irrepressible flavor

Pampero Aniversario has a complex and rich taste, with notes of brown sugar and cocoa. Savor it slowly, neat or on the rocks.

    According to Tastings.com  This is really special!  
"Dark chestnut. Full bodied. Reminiscent of butterscotch, pipe tobacco, coffee, black walnut. Rich, creamy texture. So smooth and deep, one may be tempted to use a spoon. Has a buttery, thick feel with lovely, baked, layered flavors. A world class, slow sipping spirit. Just match it with a rich Churchill!" - Rated 96, Beverage Tasting Institute (www.tastings.com)


  

Hope Chardonnay makers donate over $100,000!

Sunday, March 15, 2009 by Lizan Brand
      I "Hope" that you will all take advantage of the chance to make a donation to a great cause and then enjoy a great wine along the way!!!
The maker's of Hope Chardonnay and donate 50% of their profits to charity.  They have paired up directly with the Susan B. Komen Foundation to direct their funds.  

     It is available here at the State Street Exchange for $13.49

   I just enjoyed this wine with a crusted salmon dish and it was a delightful pairing.  Here is some details:

Hope ChardonnayCause: Breast Cancer

Charity: Susan G. Komen

Appellation: California

Flavors: Golden apple and citrus

Body: Medium and crisp with a smooth finish

Pairs With: An array of appetizers, grilled or broiled fish,
or poultry

Awards: Tasters Guild Wine Lover's Consumer Competition
Long Beach Grand Cru
Dallas Morning News Wine Competition

Please CLICK here to go to their site!!!

Stop in to the State Street Exchange for your bottle of Hope today.  We are located at 1208 N. State Street, Greenfield, IN.  Just 20 minutes east of Indianapolis.

Just released...The Prisoner by Orin Swift!

Friday, March 13, 2009 by Lizan Brand

   The 2007 vintage of the Prisoner by Orin Swift has been released and is on the shelves at the State Street Exchange!  $35.99

Orin Swift, The Prisoner
The 2005 Prisoner was listed as #17 in the Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2007 and awarded 93 points!

The 2007 blends the lush berry flavors of Zinfandel, the power and concentration of Cabernet Sauvignon, the dark black fruit of Syrah, the intensity and structure of Petite Sirah, the flesh of Charbono, and a hint of Grenache - all combined for a decadent wine with great complexity." Winemakers Notes

This is a limited availability wine, grab it while you can.!

50% Zinfandel
24% Cabernet Sauvignon
                  14% Syrah
                  9% Petite Sirah
                  2% Charbono
                  1% Grenache
 

Sweet Lucy in the House!

Thursday, March 12, 2009 by Lizan Brand
     Please join us for a tasting of the one of a kind

"Sweet Lucy"

bourbon liqueur
from Prichard Distillery. 

Made possible by our friends at Crossroads Vintners.

When:  Saturday, March 14th 1-5 p.m.

Where:  The State Street Exchange    
1208 N. State Street, Greenfield

                   
                   Please click here for more information on Sweet Lucy!!

Tuesday's Top Ten Wines

Wednesday, March 11, 2009 by Lizan Brand

Here at the State Street Exchange we love to offer quality, reasonably priced wines that you will not find around other places in town, and may not have heard about.  What are these favorites?  Here you go:

        #1  Alamos Malbec  $10.89
         This is a great malbec and a fabulous wine for the money.  It is no surprise to those who have tried this why it is our #1!  Here are the wine maker's notes...       The 2006 Alamos Malbec presents a deep, opaque violet color with purple hues. The nose is intense and complex, with ripe black fruits, sweet spice and a touch of violets. The mouthfeel is sweet and supple, with black cherry and cassis flavors mingled with spicy black pepper and a touch of leather. The finish is long and persistent with soft, sweet tannins.

Here are the others who make up our top ten:


        #2  Enotria Muscato
        #3  Graziano Zinfandel
        #4  Castle Rock Merlot
        #5  Saracco Muscato d'asti
        #6  Monte Volpe Pinot Grigio
        #7  Yalumba Antique Tawny Port
        #8  Odjfeld Armador Carmenere
        #9  Bricco Riella Moscato
        #10  Tie...
                 Fat Bastard Chardonnay
                 Cuvee D' Pena
                 Nahuel Pinot Noir


Carnegies Connection for Wine and Beer!

Monday, March 9, 2009 by Lizan Brand
    As friends of Carnegie's restaurant in Greenfield, we are happy to offer many of Ian's wine and beer selection here at the State Street Exchange!  If we do not have a particular wine or beer on our shelf, we are always happy to make special orders for you!

    MARK YOUR CALENDARS for Saint Patrick's Day!  Carnegie's is preparing a special buffet to help you celebrate.  There are not any particular wines or beers chosen for the meal..it will be up to you!   The buffet is $35 per person.  Please call them at 317.462.8480 for reservations!

  Here is the menu for the evening:

 Cheese platter with fruits and crostini
 Smoked salmon on pumpernickel
 Mussels soup

Corned Bread and cabbage
Limerick Ham

Colcannon
Roasted vegetables with herbs
Iris soda bread

Irish Whiskey cake

Coffee and Tea
 
  

Seven Daughters Delights

Thursday, March 5, 2009 by Lizan Brand
No, this has nothing to do with the Oct-Mom in California....but I can relate having four daughters of my own! 

7 Daughters White Wine7 Daughters Wines are a new addition to State Street Exchange.  I opened these delights last week at our weekly tasting on Thursday evenings from 5-8pm.

7 Daughters represents the seven different grapes blended to make two unique wines, a white and a red.

The 7 Daughters White boasts French Colombard, Chardonnay, Riesling, Symphony,  Orange Muscat, Gewurztraminer and Sauvigon Blanc.  The nose on this wine is a bit of citrus, melon and apricot.  The citrus continues on the palate with a pleasant, very lightly sweet quality and a hint of spice.  I really enjoyed the blend of grapes and can definitely see this nicely chilled on a spring/summer evening!  With a price tag of $13.69 is an affordable treat!

      7 Daughters Red Wine blend is another unique blend7 Daughters Red Wine
of seven grapes:  Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Syrah, Carignare and Sangiovese.  
      The nose here is blackberry with hints of lavender and vanilla.  The taste is interesting with red fruit...from blackberries to cherries.  The syrah comes through with a closing note of spice on the finish.
      The feel of the blend is light  and very drinkable.  I enjoyed this with salmon after the tasting!

   

Want to save some gas money?

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 by Lizan Brand

     Even with the price of gas back into reasonable territory, I want to share Greenfield's best kept wine and liquor secret with you...it's the State Street Exchange!

                               

  We want to save you the drive to Indianapolis and take care of you right here in Greenfield!  We offer a wide range of microbrews and imported beers, specialty liquors and liqueurs and a great collection of fine wines. Naturally, we have all of your favorites..vodka, rum, gin, whiskey, tequila, etc, etc.

    Greenfield Liquors, aka The State Street Exchange is a family owned business.   We will be happy to make special orders for items currently not in stock! We are located at 1208 N. State Street at the intersection of State Street (SR 9) and McKenzie., right in front of the Marsh plaza.  

 Stop in and see us today!


Sweet Lucy and Ducks Unlimited!

Tuesday, March 3, 2009 by Lizan Brand
Greenfield Liquors, product reviews:

Ok, I must admit, I am definitely partial to the name Lucy, but we have a great new product here at the State Street Exchange,
                  from Prichard's Distillery!                  
   Sweet Lucy
 
Sweet Lucy is a bourbon based liqueur infused with apricot and orange with it's own special story.  Here is the word from Prichard's....

Prichard’s Sweet Lucy Bourbon Liqueur:  Sweet Lucy’s legacy has been flowing up and down the Mississippi flyway for years.  This bourbon based formula is blended with apricot / orange and it has warmed the body and soul of outdoors men for years.
We’re not sure how long the name Sweet Lucy has been around but it was probably born in the duck blind.  Many a duck hunter knows what a Sweet Lucy is.  As the ducks fly over and one or two are knocked down, sending the retriever is sometimes followed by reaching in the pocket and withdrawing a concoction necessary to fight the chill of a cold winter morning and taking a sip.  Body and soul now enjoying a warm feeling, a clap of the hands and a shout, “Sweet Lucy!!” is not an uncommon reaction
.

  You will notice the Ducks Unlimited logo on the bottle and will be pleased to know that Prichard's Distillery makes a donation for every bottle purchased!  For more information from Ducks Unlimited,
see their website www.ducks.org/

   Make your donation!  Stop in at the State Street Exchange and buy yours today.  Our shelf price is $27.89


We have one box of wine for you!

Friday, February 6, 2009 by Lizan Brand
      Yes, we specialize is unique, high quality, reasonably priced wines.  We have all the staples as well, but until now, refused to handle any box wines.  Cuvee de Pena has broken all the rules as it now offers it's fabulous red wine in a sharp looking 3L box.

     Hand Picked Wines says it is "not only friendly, maybe the world's most versatile wine.  Just try to find a food it doesn't work with!  In warm weather, stick it in the fridge for a half an hour-it won't lose its aromas or flavors.

   Robert Parker says it is the world's friendliest red wine!   The Wine spectator says its ripe, dark fruit dominates the medium, to full bodied red with lovely chocolate pudding notes and smokey accents on the finish.
  
    We offer the traditional 750 ml bottle as well.  Just stop in the State Street Exchange and grab a box for yourself.  You will not be disappointed!

What do you want us to order?

Friday, February 6, 2009 by Lizan Brand
      One of our favorite customers, Jim, is in the State Street Exchange often to enjoy our wine tastings and was looking for a specific type of whiskey.  He had been hoping for the Parker's Heritage from Heaven Hill Distillery.  The point is, it is not very common and we were happy to make it available to you as well.  According to Jim, this delightful whiskey, named after the master distiller at Heaven Hill, Parker Beam, is heads and shoulders above any other whiskey on the shelf.  With hints of vanilla, oak and a bit of carmel, it is incredibly smooth.  Come in and try this one for yourself!  $72.99

    Call us when you are looking for something special yourself!
317.462.3933

Have your own wine tasting party!

Thursday, February 5, 2009 by Lizan Brand
Greetings from the State Street Exchange!

   I am excited because I just finished ordering the wines for two up coming Wine Tasting Parties!  We have a very knowledgeable "wine lady", Amanda who will come to your home and help to host a fabulous wine tasting event!

  She is very flexible and YOU decide what types of wines you would like to present.  It could be a wine 101...to sample and learn about wine styles in general.  It could be a red wine lovers evening.  Let your imagination be your guide!

     This weekend's party will present 5 wines:  Enotria Moscato, The Furst Pinot Gris, Castle Rock Syrah, Cuvee de Pena and the Yulumba Antique Tawny Port.

   We provide the sommeier, 3 wines and all the glassware for the tasting for a flat fee of $50.  If you would like to add more wines, that is fine, and we will give you a discount on those.  All party goers are also offered a special discount on the wines tasted that evening.

    So, grab your calendar, pick a date and call us at the State Street Exchange to get things started!

Warm up with a Wine Tasting

Thursday, February 5, 2009 by Lizan Brand
Dear Friends,
   If you are like me, this beautiful winter weather has me thinking of good ways to warm up! How would you like to sip on a lovely wine to warm the cockles of your heart?  We have a great time, every Thursday night at the State Street Exchange doing just that.  Come in from 5-8pm every week and warm up with us.  We offer a wide range of wines each week, usually a sweet something, a Riesling, a Muscat, or a dessert wine perhaps,  then a medium bodied wine, perhaps a syrah or pinot noir and close with something hearty and warming like a Cabernet or malbec.  Please come in from the snow and join us tonight!

Lizan