Carmel Wine Bar Shiraz Cafe

Join the Shiraz Wine Club for Exclusive Offers and Wines!

admin — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 04:05:40 +0000

Our Wine Club is an all-inclusive membership where you will not only receive our wines of the month each month, but also enjoy many great benefits including invitations to members-only events, exclusive discounts, points on purchases, birthday rewards, and our Wine Club Newsletter with information on new wines and special events.

Earning Points is Fast, Easy, and Free!
For every 350 points earned, members will receive a $25 Reward Certificate (dine-in and carryout only) to be used at Shiraz. (Not valid in conjunction with any other discounts or offers. Points are not applied towards Wine Club Events or your Wine of the Month.)

Membership Discounts
Wine Club Members receive a 10%* discount on retail wines sold at Shiraz (1-5 bottles), a 15%* discount when purchasing a half case or more (6-11 bottles), and a 20%* discount when purchasing a case (any 12 bottles) or more.
*where allowed by law

Members also receive a 10% discount on all carryout orders.

Exclusive Promotions
Enjoy exclusive promotions for Wine Club Members such as limited bottling offers and other special incentives.

Birthday Offers
Wine Club Members and spouses also receive a complimentary entrée during their birthday month for being part of the club (value up to $15).

Members-Only Events
Wine Club Members are allowed access to Members-Only parties and classes.

Two-Bottle Members

All of the above benefits, PLUS

Two complimentary tastings each month (complimentary tastings do not carry over into the following month)

Exchanging Wine Of The Month

The benefit of being in a Wine Club is expanding your wine palate, so we ask that you sample the Wine of the Month in our Tasting Room before making the decision to exchange it; however, wines valued up to $20 may be substituted at no cost. Wines valued greater than $20 may be substituted with the charge of the remaining balance.

Billing and Pick Up

Wine Club Members are billed on the last business day of each month and is available for pick up the first week of the month.

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“Glass Half Full” Night – $15 Bottles Every Tuesday Night

admin — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 03:40:58 +0000

Starting Tuesday March 12, Shiraz Wine Bar & Cafe in Carmel, Indiana will feature $15 bottles of wine. “Glass Half Full Night” at Shiraz Cafe is perfect for every occasion whether it be family gatherings, business meetings or just a reunion with friends! This is a perfect opportunity to enhance your knowledge about quality wines for a fraction of the cost!

:) Hours! Tues – Thurs 4-6pm & 10-Close!

admin — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 01:14:48 +0000

We’re excited to announce new happy hours at Shiraz! Treat yourself to food specials on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4:00p.m. – 6:00p.m. and 10:00p.m. to close! Enjoy great company and try some of our chef’s gourmet selections at a fraction of the price!

Tues, Weds & Thurs: 4:00p.m.-6:00p.m. and 10:00p.m. to close

Cabernet Sauvignon

patti — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 19:58:19 +0000

Cabernet Sauvignon, often referred to as the “King of Red Wine Grapes,” originally from Bordeaux, with a substantial foothold in California’s wine races, has the privilege of being the world’s most sought after red wine. Cabernet Sauvignon grapes tend to favor warmer climates and are often an ideal wine for aging, with 5-10 years being optimal for the maturation process to peak. Because Cabs take a bit longer to reach maturation, allowing their flavors to mellow, they are ideal candidates for blending with other grapes, primarily Merlot. This blending softens the Cabernet, adding appealing fruit tones, without sacrificing its innate character.

Flavor Profile

Cabs range from medium-bodied to full-bodied and are characterized by their high tannin content which serves to provide structure and intrigue while supporting the rich fruit characteristics. The flavor profile includes plum, cherry, blackberry, blueberry, warm spice, vanilla, tobacco and sometimes leather aromas and or flavors.

Food Pairings: red meats, flavorful and heartier (red) pastas, lamb, strong-flavored cheese, and chocolates (especially dark).

Ice Wine – A Refreshing Dessert Wine at Shiraz

patti — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 19:55:36 +0000

Ice wine is an ultra-rich, super sweet dessert wine made from the intense liquid of naturally frozen grapes. The tradition of making ice wine is well-rooted in Austria and Germany (locally known as “eiswein”); however, Canada has got the current claim to ice wine-making fame, with the majority of the market’s ice wine offerings coming from British Columbia.

The Legend of Ice Wine

Legend has it that ice wine was discovered by a German winemaker who was away from his vineyard during harvest (never a good idea), and when he returned all of his grapes had been frozen on the vine. Undeterred he carried out the unorthodox harvest as usual and proceeded to press his frozen grapes for fermentation. The result, the first eiswein.

How is Ice Wine Made?

In short, ice wine is wine that is made from grapes that have been allowed to literally freeze on the vine, significantly concentrating the grape’s sugars and intensifying the flavor profile. These frozen grapes are then pressed, squeezing out the drops of juice (must) before running through the fermentation process. Many people mistakingly, confuse the process of vinification for ice wine with botrytis, or noble rot, associated with making the world’s most sought after dessert wines. Ice wine should not be affected by botrytis prior to freezing.

What Grapes are Used in Ice Wine?

The most common grapes utilized in the making of ice wine are Riesling, Vidal, Gewurztraminer and Cabernet Franc – grapes with higher levels of acidity to render the final wine refreshing and not heavy or overly “sticky.” However, as is common in the wine industry there are plenty of winemakers experimenting with a variety of grapes in a variety of regions to stretch the limits and discover new twists on this famous form of wine.

Styles and Flavors of Ice Wine

Most ice wines are made in a medium to full-bodied style. The most common aromas tend towards the stone fruits, with apricot and peach being the top components of aromatic character in the ice wines made from white grape varietals. On the palate, sweet, honey-like nuances shine bright along with the replay of stone fruit and rich, exotic flavors of tropical mango. Red wines tend towards strawberry and candied red fruit profiles with sweet spicy aromas woven in the mix.

Alcohol Levels in Ice Wine

Like many dessert wines, the alcohol levels in ice wine tends to be on the lower end of the spectrum. Average levels of alcohol range from 7-12%, with German eisweins coming in lower than that of their Canadian counterparts as a whole.

Ice Wine Pricing

Because the frozen grapes yield such small quantities of liquid, the overall production numbers of ice wines are considerably lower than that of table wines, generally in the neighborhood of 10-12%. As the supply and demand principles dictate, true ice wines will typically be pricier than your average table wine. In fact, it is not uncommon to pay $50-100+ for a 375 ml bottle for the best Icewines from Canada.

Ice Wine Producers

Inniskillin is perhaps the most well-known producer of Icewine, and for good reason. As Canada’s premier producer of Icewine they have created quite a reputation of quality-driven and surprisingly accessible Icewines. There are up and coming producers of ice wines in many regions of the world. In the U.S., the Pacific Northwest, New York and Michigan are maximizing their climate zones to put their grapes to use in making ice wines when the seasons cooperate. Others are artificially freezing grapes post-harvest to emulate the process of making ice wines, though the results are not as stunning as those made from naturally frozen grapes.

Discover Shiraz in the Carmel Arts & Design District!

admin — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 02:06:35 +0000

Looking to breakaway from the normal wine and dine or bar experience in greater Indianapolis? You’ve reached your destination - Shiraz Wine Experience and Art Cafe. Located at 404 W Main Street in the Carmel Arts and Design District, Shiraz offers a cozy, intimate atmosphere just far enough away from the casual pack of restaurant/bars in downtown Carmel, Indiana. Overlooking a beautiful fountain in the roundabout a couple blocks west of the Monon Trail on Main Street, Shiraz is a perfect place to discover an eclectic arrangement of modern decor, exotic wines, local craft beers and fine art.

From lounging, sipping fine wine upstairs with a lover, to enjoying a local craft beer with a buddy overlooking the fountain, Shiraz has the ability to connect with your senses on every level. With two stories of modern, chic design, state of the art wine tasting machines, live entertainment, Indiana local craft beers, fine art and a fresh selection of chef-prepared food, Shiraz paints its self as a refreshingly unique, intimate venue in Carmel.

Shiraz Wine Experience and Art Cafe Comes to Carmel, Indiana!

admin — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 06:15:58 +0000

Shiraz Wine Experience and Art Cafe is now a proud part of the Carmel Arts and Design District!

With an eclectic arrangement of exotic fine wines, local craft beers, gourmet food, live entertainment and original art, Shiraz serves Carmel, Indiana’s ever-growing thirst for creativity. Whether you consider Shiraz a wine tasting bar, a gourmet cafe, a live entertainment venue, or an art gallery, you can be sure this new addition to the Carmel and greater Indianapolis community will satiate all your senses.