Tastybeat loves the Wine Discount Center

Tastybeat loves the Wine Discount Center because you can find brilliant wines at very reasonable prices. The folks at Wine Discount Center are incredibly approachable and extremely knowledgeable. Bud Schwarzbach opened his Chicago store over 20 years ago. Now his son Peter owns the store, and he and his friendly staff know their wines (and their customers).

When you pay a visit to the Chicago store, make sure to ask for Amy Johnson. She is a Tastybeat Gem--passionate and a true delight! Amy can help the overwhelmed beginner and the wine aficionado alike to select the perfect wine. One of Amy's tips is to look for the lesser known regions. She thinks the Loire Valley of France is one of the best. In addition to the value, it is rich in diversity, which can make wine hunting (and drinking) endlessly exciting.

And get this: Amy has created a sophisticated dinner menu just for Tastybeat readers! She's paired some of her favorite wines of the season with appetizers, salad, and main course suggestions. Click here for Amy's wine and food pairings.

Also, be sure to check out Wine Discount Center's newsletter via their website (www.winediscountcenter.com). A great way to sample Wine Discount Center's wines is at one of their complimentary Saturday tastings from 12-4pm, featuring about a dozen wines. And it's worth clearing your schedule for their First Look Tasting on the first Wednesday or Thursday of each month. These special tastings ($10/person) offer 35-40 wine selections for you to enjoy. The schedule is always posted online.

Cheers!
Tastybeat

Wine Discount Center Locations:

Chicago
1826 N. Elston Avenue
(773)489-3454
Monday - Friday 10-7
Saturday 9-6
Sunday 12-5

Highland Park
1350 Old Skokie Road
(847)831-1049
Monday - Friday 10-7
Saturday 9-5
Sunday 12-5

Barrington
311 E. Main Street
(847)277-0033
Monday - Friday 10-7
Saturday 9-5
Sunday 12-5

Forest Park
7714 W. Madison
(708)366-2500
Monday - Saturday 9-9
Sunday 10-6

www.winediscountcenter.com