The Cheese and Wine Shop

07/30/2026

Rachel created an absolutely stunning charcuterie board today for a catering client. If you are looking for catering like this (both large and small orders) please call the shop at 402-705-0090. Select your favorite imported cheeses and meats or let us choose for you.

07/30/2026

We are going to taste through a flight of “porch pounders” perfect for the summer heat. There are still a few spots left. Sign up and enjoy the ride!

🍷 Still thinking about it? There's still time to grab your seat! 🚲

Our Wine Tasting Ride is coming up Friday, July 31st at 6:30 PM, and we still have a few spots available!

We're partnering with The Cheese & Wine Shop to bring you a fun evening of wine tastings, beautiful summer views, great music, and an unforgettable ride around Hastings.

Gather your friends, make it a date night, or come meet some new people—it's the perfect way to spend a summer evening!

🎟️ Reserve your seat before they're gone: joyridepedalco.com

🍷 Friday, July 31 🕡 6:30 PM 🚲 Limited spots remaining!

Tag your wine-loving friends and make plans before this ride fills up! 🍇☀️

07/25/2026

It’s not our anniversary but it is National Wine and Cheese Day! Stop by The Cheese and Wine Shop to escape the heat and humidity and celebrate with us!
We have 100+ cheeses and over 700 wines from around the world.  Come enjoy your favorites or discover something new.

07/21/2026

Meet the Winemaker
(Sorry for a really long post.)

Good afternoon fellow cheese and wine enthusiasts!

This email comes a little early for our August events as our first event is on Tuesday, August 4th. On the 4th we welcome Erikas Taveras of Escudo Rojo to The Cheese and Wine Shop. Come learn about (and taste) these Chilean wines with a French twist. The event starts at 6:00pm and costs $40 to taste through 5 wines paired to 5 cheeses. As always we have limited space so call the shop at 402-705-0090 to reserve your spot.

What - Meet the Winemaker, Escudo Rojo
When - Tuesday, August 4th
Time - 6:00pm
Cost - $40 per person
To Reserve - Cal the shop at 402-705-0090

Cheers!
Michael Consbruck

About Escudo Rojo
For more than two decades, Escudo Rojo has represented one of the most successful collaborations between Old World winemaking tradition and the remarkable terroirs of Chile. Produced by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, the winery combines generations of Bordeaux expertise with the exceptional vineyards of the Maipo, Casablanca, Colchagua, and Maipo Andes valleys. The result is a portfolio of wines that reflects both French elegance and Chilean vibrancy.

The story of Escudo Rojo began in 1999, when Baroness Philippine de Rothschild established Baron Philippe de Rothschild's permanent presence in Chile. Having already recognized the immense potential of Chilean viticulture through the successful Almaviva partnership, she envisioned creating a winery that would express Chile's finest terroirs using the blending expertise and meticulous standards that had made the Rothschild family legendary in Bordeaux.

Today, Escudo Rojo stands as the Chilean flagship of Baron Philippe de Rothschild, combining French savoir-faire with the unique climates and soils found along Chile's diverse wine-growing regions.

The philosophy at Escudo Rojo centers on one guiding principle: to reveal the purest expression of Chilean terroir through the precision and elegance of Bordeaux winemaking.

This philosophy is built upon several key practices:

Precision Viticulture: Vineyard parcels are carefully mapped and monitored, with detailed soil analysis helping identify distinct micro-terroirs. Each block is farmed according to its individual characteristics to maximize fruit quality.
Parcel Selection: Grapes are harvested separately from the finest vineyard blocks, allowing each parcel to be vinified independently before blending.
The Art of Blending: True to the Bordeaux tradition, blending remains the hallmark of Escudo Rojo. Rather than emphasizing a single variety, the winemaking team carefully combines Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, and Petit Verdot to achieve harmony, balance, and complexity.
Respect for Terroir: Beginning with the 2018 vintage, the winery adopted a stronger focus on expressing individual vineyard sites while reducing interventions that might mask each vineyard's natural character.
Sustainability: Escudo Rojo has increasingly embraced environmentally responsible farming practices, including precision irrigation, reduced chemical inputs, and ongoing efforts toward more sustainable vineyard management.
The flagship Escudo Rojo Gran Reserva exemplifies the winery's philosophy. Unlike many Chilean wines that highlight a single grape variety, Gran Reserva is crafted as a Bordeaux-inspired blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon and complemented by Carmenère, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Each variety contributes distinct characteristics, resulting in a wine that is structured, layered, and age-worthy while retaining the generous fruit and freshness that define Chile.

The wine is aged for approximately twelve months in French oak barrels, adding subtle notes of cedar, spice, chocolate, and coffee while preserving vibrant fruit and elegant tannins.

Today, Escudo Rojo represents the successful union of two great wine cultures. It honors centuries of Bordeaux craftsmanship while celebrating the richness of Chile's diverse vineyard landscapes. Under the continued guidance of Baron Philippe de Rothschild's winemaking team, the winery remains committed to producing wines that combine precision, elegance, and authenticity—offering a distinctive expression of Chile through a distinctly French lens.

07/13/2026

Small businesses working together. If your vehicle was caught in one of the recent storms go see Hannah or Trey for an estimate. You will be eligible to win a gift card to The Cheese and Wine Shop or other great local businesses.

🧀🍷 We’re excited to announce another incredible local partnership!

At Quality 1st Hail & Auto Spa, we believe that supporting local means working together to help our community thrive. That’s why we’re proud to welcome The Cheese & Wine Shop as the newest member of our Local Affiliate Partnership Program!

When you choose Quality 1st for your qualifying complete hail repair, you’ll also have the opportunity to enjoy one of Hastings’ favorite locally owned destinations as part of this limited-time partnership.

From restoring your vehicle to supporting another outstanding local business, this collaboration is all about keeping our community strong.

A huge thank you to The Cheese & Wine Shop for partnering with us—we’re proud to work alongside another amazing Hastings business!

📍303 S. Elm Avenue
Hastings, NE 68901

📞402-902-1565

🌐www.quality1st.com

See the promotional graphic for offer details, eligibility requirements, and applicable limitations.

07/10/2026

We have a temporary change to our hours today and tomorrow (Friday, July 10th and Saturday, July 11th) as our team is participating in Juniata days activities.

We will close on Friday at 7:00pm and reopen on Saturday at 1:00pm.

Please come out to Juniata and see our awesome parade float! 🐭🧀 The parade starts at 9:00am.

07/06/2026

Cheese and Wine of the month! (Sorry for the Looong post).

Cheese of the Month
This month we are featuring a unique cheese, a baked lemon ricotta. Close your eyes and take a bite you would swear you are eating lemon sponge cake! This lemony goodness is very soft, but still has the texture of ricotta. Snack on it by itself or incorporate it into a lettuce salad, a side with pasta with white sauce or pair it wth this months wine of the month (below). This cheese is sold in individual packages at $11.90 each. The cheese is 7oz so plenty large to share, if you feel generous with your cheese. Please do call ahead to reserve this cheese so I can make sure we have enough on hand. To reserve yours please call the shop at 402-705-0090. Please have your cheese reserved by Tuesday, July 14th for a Friday, July 17th delivery.
What - Baked Lemon Ricotta
Cost - $11.90 ea (7oz portion)

Wine of the Month!
Masseria Frattasi Coda di Volpe (Campania IGP)

Wine Description

Crafted from ancient, pre-phylloxera Coda di Volpe vines growing in the volcanic hills of the Taburno area of Campania, Masseria Frattasi's Coda di Volpe is a striking expression of one of Southern Italy's oldest indigenous white grapes. The combination of volcanic soils, limestone, and high-elevation vineyards produces a wine of remarkable freshness, minerality, and complexity. Fermented in stainless steel with partial malolactic fermentation, it balances vibrant fruit with a rich, textured palate while preserving the grape's distinctive character.

Coda di Volpe, the name of the grape, literally translates to "tail of the fox". The grape bunches grow in such a distinct shape they literally look like a fuzzy fox tail.
Tasting Notes

Appearance: Brilliant straw yellow with golden reflections.
Aromas: White peach, ripe pear, yellow plum, citrus blossom, chamomile, and wild herbs are layered over flinty minerality and subtle hints of honey.
Palate: Medium-bodied with lively acidity, offering flavors of ripe orchard fruit, Meyer lemon, apricot, and mineral notes reminiscent of wet stone. A gentle creaminess from partial malolactic fermentation adds texture without sacrificing freshness.
Finish: Long, clean, and savory, finishing with lingering citrus, mineral, and delicate almond notes.
Food Pairings
Excellent alongside grilled shrimp, oysters, linguine with clams, seafood risotto, roasted chicken with herbs, fresh mozzarella, burrata, and mild goat cheeses.

About the Winery

Founded in 1779, Masseria Frattasi is one of Campania's historic estates, located in the foothills of the Taburnomountains near Bonea in the province of Benevento. The estate is renowned for preserving ancient native grape varieties grown in mountainous vineyards rich in volcanic, limestone, and clay soils. Many of its vineyards contain century-old, pre-phylloxera vines cultivated using traditional methods, including long-cane training systems that have been passed down for generations. Today, Masseria Frattasi is recognized as one of Southern Italy's premier producers of indigenous Campanian wines, earning accolades for its commitment to quality and regional authenticity.

About the Winemaker

The estate is led by Lamberto Frescobaldi, whose stewardship has focused on reviving the historic vineyards of the Taburno region while showcasing Campania's native grape varieties. His philosophy combines respect for centuries-old viticultural traditions with precise modern winemaking techniques, allowing each vineyard to express its unique terroir. Through careful vineyard management, hand harvesting, and restrained cellar practices, Frescobaldi has helped establish Masseria Frattasi as a benchmark producer for grapes such as Coda di Volpe, Falanghina, Greco, Fiano, and Aglianico, emphasizing purity, freshness, and a strong sense of place.

To reserve your bottle(s) please call the shop at 402-705.0090. They are offered at $38 each. Please have your wine reserved by Thursday, July 16th for a Friday, July 17th delivery.
What - Coda di Volpe, wine of the month
Cost - $38 each
To reserve - call the shop at 402-705-0090

06/29/2026

4th of July holiday hours.

We will be closed on July 4th so everyone can enjoy the day of fun, friends, family and fireworks! The rest of the week will be normal hours. Make sure to stock up on all your favorites before Saturday.
M-F 12-8
Sat closed
Sun 1-6
Have a happy and safe 4th.

06/20/2026

More merch has arrived! The requested aprons and larger sizes of t-shirts are now available for sale. Stop in and grab your favorite color. 🧀🍷🐭