August 26, 2011 -- Next Weeks Blues

Next Weeks Blues will be the band of the evening on Friday night. You may have enjoyed them at the August 24th Music on the Green at Mariners' Wharf. They play a mixture of Blues, Old School Soul, Reggae, and Rock. Their influences range from Etta James to Robert Johnson to the Three Kings (Freddie, Albert, and B.B.). At the helm is singer, Linda Farley accented by the lead licks of guitarist, Dennis Lighthart. And it’s all bound together by the rhythm section, bassist, Michael Huffman and drummer, Tom Williams. Come on out to enjoy them in the Sellar Wine Bar. Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

August 19, 2011 -- Deacon Blues

Uphill The Band spinoff duo is on the docket this Friday night at City Wine. Deacon Blues (aka Adam Nixon) and Tim Orton will let the blues flow through their musical veins with their mellow vocals and will demonstrate instrumental magic. With a repertoire of acoustic and electric blues, as well as some dittys from The Grateful Dead, Johnny Cash, and even Jim Croce, they will have you tapping your toes and very likely singing along. Be sure to request "Budweiser Romance," one of their originals. Music from 7-10; Deli fare served till 9 pm. 252-335-1163

August 12, 2011 -- Just 3

What do you call a band with 3 lead singers, 3 back up singers, an outstanding Lead Guitar, Drums, Bass and Keyboards playing all your favorite rock hits from the 70's, 80's, 90's and today???? JUST 3!
Playing in clubs throughout NE North Carolina and Hampton Roads they are bringing their music to you right here in Elizabeth City. Come out for an evening of High Energy Live music at it's best with Barret Kidd on Keyboards, Tom Hodges on Lead Guitar, and Dave Knight on Drums! Find them on Facebook. Deli fare served till 9 pm. 252-335-1163

August 5, 2011 -- The Genesis Project

The Genesis Project is a band of seasoned musicians whose music covers many genres, but focusing on jazz and rhythm and blues. They love to get requests from the audience for any type of music, however. Originating in Perquimans County, The Genesis Project has travelled the East Coast providing great entertainment at many venues. A full band with vocals, drums, keyboard, trumpet and saxaphone, be ready for this band to blow you away with their excitement and love of music. Music from 7-10ish; deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

March 2, 2011 --Wednesday Wine Tasting

Join us for the First Wednesday Wine Tasting held each (first Wednesday) of the month. Six wines are sampled -- three whites and three reds -- along with hearty appetizers. The cost is $15 per person, which includes the wine, food, printed tasting notes, and special disounts on wines. Always a good time. This month we will be tasting wines from Washington State -- Two Ponds Chardonnay, Riesling, Merlot and Cabernet, and Snoqualmie Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah. Call 252-335-1163 to RSVP so we know how much food to prepare.
Appetizers: Cheddar cheese apple loaf, White pimento cheese with crackers, Cucumber fruit salad, Spinach balls, and Warm sweet onion spread.

December 1, 2010 -- Wednesday Wine Tasting

We're pretty sure our December tasting will be one of the most eclectic wine tasting you've ever attended. We're serving blueberry wine slushees (frappes), sparkling wine with 24 karat gold leafs (I call it Sparkling Snow Globe wine), mulled wine with spices, ice wine, ChocoRaspberry, and Mouton Cadet Red Bordeaux.
For the last 5 years or so, our December wine tasting has been reserved for our Sparkling wines. We don't want to "burst your bubbles" but this December we're thinking outside the box (or bottle, if you will), and doing something a tad bit different. We're going to serve a variety of both traditional seasonal and holiday-type wines and non-traditional drinks. It'll be fun and unique.
--A Blueberry Wine Slushee -- Officially known as Frappe Vino, this is like a wine margarita! You take a bottle of your favorite wine, a bottle of water, and a bag of Frappe Vino mix, combine and freeze for a couple of hours. You'll get a frozen, slush delight!
--Chocovine Raspberry -- Last year around this time, the brand new Chocovine Chocolate wine was all the rage. This year, the same company has created a Chocolate Raspberry heaven in a bottle. Delicious chocolate, with a raspberry zing. Hint...this would make an incredible frappe.
--Augsburger Christkindlmarkt Gluhwein -- Popular around the world, mulled wine is wine (usually red) served warmed and spiced with cinnamon, vanilla, and cloves. At home, you can add a little brandy or vodka to "spice" it up even more.
--Schmitt Sohne Ice Wine Eiswein -- Ice wine is a type of dessert wine made from grapes that have been frozen while still on the vine. The sugars and other solids don't freeze, but the water in the grape does. The end product is a more concentrated, very sweet wine. It's a labor intensive and risky production process, so icewines are typically quite expensive.
--Peter Brum Goldsparkler -- Personally, this is the coolest thing I've seen in awhile. It's a sparkling, drinkable snow globe! No, not really, but it is a sparkling wine with real 24 karat gold leafs -- the goldslager of wines. Your instinct is to pick up the bottle and shake it like a snow globe -- something you really shouldn't do with a bottle of sparkling wine.
--Mouton Cadet Red Bordeaux -- To bring some normalcy and refinement to the tasting, we will also be pouring a solid red wine that will pair well with your upcoming holiday meals.
Tasting will be held from 6-7:30 pm. Cost is $15 and includes drinks, appetizers, printed tasting notes, and lots of fun!

Christmas in July Sparkling Wine Tasting -- July 7th

City Wine Sellar is celebrating "Christmas in July" and we are theme-ing our July wine tasting appropriately. Since December is typically our annual sparkling wine tasting, and since many of you missed the opportunity to attend in December, and since July is considered a "sparkler" kind of month, we thought it would be the perfect time to re-visit these refreshing bubblies.
So, light up your sparkling appetite for a bubbling array of spritzers, including Zonin Primo Amore Romeo (a red bubbly), Cristaline Brut Rose Cava, Stellina prosecco, Duplin Raspberry Sparkling, and Castella del Poggio Moscato Di Asti. We will also be tasting that amazing Chocolate wine everyone is so crazy about.
Come join us in clinking glasses and merrily celebrating Christmas in July at our Wednesday Tasting. Cost is $15.00 per person; RSVP Highly Requested.

April 30, 2010 -- Phil Watson, Acoustic

Kick off your weekend with the sounds of Phil Watson at City Wine Sellar on Friday night. Phil is half of the talented duo from the OBX of NC, Watson and Calhoun. He'll play a little folk alternative, eclectic acoustic, and some great 80s tunes for us. You may have seen him at Coaster's in E-City or Sean's in Edenton. Welcome him back to City Wine. Deli fare served till 9 pm; music 7-10 pm. 335-1163.www.citywine.blogspot.com

December 2, 2009 -- Annual Sparkling Wine Tasting

It’s that bubbly time of year again when the stars align for the annual Sparkling Wine Tasting at The City Wine Sellar. This year’s bubbles will be popping on Wednesday evening, December 2nd, from 6:00-7:30 pm with a selection of six sparkling vinos, one of which is always a REAL champagne.

It’s a Special, Spectacular, and Sizzly event that gets better and better each year! This year, we will add Stylish, Sumptuous, and Snazzy! Upon the suggestion of a customer and employee, we’re making this year’s Sparkling Tasting a “Dressy*” evening. Ladies, wear your chic Little Black Dress and pearls, or your drop dead gorgeous Little Red Dress and ruby bangles. Gentlemen, arrive looking sharp in your tux or dinner jacket. We’ll clink glasses throughout the evening while mingling and sipping champagne, and toasting to friends and fun times.

Cost is $15.00 per person; RSVP Highly Requested.

*Dressing up is optional. Jeans and a Tee is perfectly fine as well.