The story of Bacchus Wine Cellar's owner, Bassam Al-Kahouaji, has been featured in the Georgetown BID Blog and you don't want to miss his incredible journey as a Syrian immigrant coming to DC where his life changed forever in a twist he couldn't have anticipated and it's a great one. But we don't want to give it away... Enjoy it here … [Read more...]
Bacchus Wine Cellar Video
We've recently made a video about our place and our friends. Check it out here and we hope you visit us soon! … [Read more...]
Bacchus At The French Market
Every year in the Spring, as the cherry blossoms have bloomed, the Book Hill community in upper Georgetown celebrates all things French in a street fair called The French Market, and this year, oh la la, it's going to be big, Énorme – a 3-day event. If you haven't attended before, it's quite lovely – you can browse through antique finds, furniture, home goods, clothes, hair care and cosmetic products and food (crepes and croissants anyone?) and shop at great discounts and we, at Bacchus, are … [Read more...]
Announcing a New Bacchus Pairing
A week ago we got a chance to meet a local author of Unfazeable blog on which she writes reviews and analyses of books written by independent writers. We love reading and being in a wine business we supply many book clubs with the essentials (ahem vino), so it was no surprise that when Unfazeable came to us to ask for our insight about wines to pair with her book reviews, we got extremely excited and jumped on board! Whether it's a big and bold left-bank Bordeaux to go along with a mystery or … [Read more...]
Welcome to the neighborhood ‘Cheers’
If you haven't seen the show, you've probably heard of it. It's about a group of friends coming to their favorite bar every day and practically living their life there. NOTE: If you are a Millennial, think The Real MacLaren bar in "How I Met Your Mother". My point being, Bacchus Wine Cellar is my 'Cheers' (or MacLaren) and it is to many neighbors of this Bookhill community and if you are willing to make a trip to Georgetown up Wisconsin Avenue, it will become your happy place as … [Read more...]
Christmas in August
While dysfunction is the name of the game during the holiday season, we recommend the following coping methods to stay ahead of the game for the end of Summer: 1. Armagnac! The lesser expensive cousin to Cognac, this smoother, less oaky, fruitier eau du vie serves as the perfect compliment to many of the holiday desserts, especially perfect with anything chocolate. And, not to hammer home complete and utter lack of sobriety, the alcohol level in Armagnac is surprisingly high for such a … [Read more...]
Bacchus Signature Pairing Guide
For those who find themselves in the perrenial 'what do I pair with dinner' pickle, over the next few days we'll be putting up a cheat sheet to 'sommelierize' your life. WHITES -- PART I Bacchus Pairing Guide The Whites of the World LOIRE VALLEY/SAUVIGNON BLANC Grapes: Chenin Blanc, Sav. Blanc, Melon de Bourgogne Expect: Bright fruits, citrus, mineral Perfect Pair: seafood, white fish Cheeses: Boursin, soft, heavier ALSACE Grapes: Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Blanc Expect: … [Read more...]
Here Come The Neighbors…
In its first posting, our wee little blog highlighted the cast of characters sipping in Bacchus on a daily basis. For your viewing pleasure, here are some of the people that neglect responsibility for a good cause: First we have our next door neighbor, Terry Bell, managing partner of Salon ILO (not day spa, thank you) holding dinner for the family. The 6L of Malbec will feed him while the fam will enjoy beans, rice and snickers. He's generous. Terry Bell Next we have Bacchus resident … [Read more...]
