Recent Wine Pairings
Wine has always been part of the listening ritual at Needle & Vine.
This page gathers the most recent wine pairings featured across album reviews and listening sessions. Each bottle reflects the same philosophy as the music: thoughtful, unhurried, and meant to be experienced rather than rushed. Whether you’re discovering a new record or revisiting an old favorite, these pairings offer a starting point for letting sound and taste unfold together.
Looking for the full listening session?
Each pairing below links to the complete album review and tasting notes.
Oak Ridge Zinfandel Ancient Vine Estate Grown Lodi – California
Featured in: Average White Band – Cut the Cake (A Vinyl Listening & Wine Pairing Experience)
A vinyl review of Cut the Cake by Average White Band, paired with a bold Lodi Zinfandel. A groove-driven listen rooted in memory, rhythm, and rediscovery.
Listen With: Average White Band – Cut the Cake
Arthur Metz Gewurztraminer – France
Featured in: The Beatles Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band Review (Vinyl Listening Guide)
Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band Review: a vinyl listening session exploring The Beatles’ psychedelic classic, its iconic tracks, and why it still belongs in every collection.
Listen With: The Beatles – Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band
Château d’Esclans Whispering Angel Rosé – France
Featured in: Getz / Gilberto Review: A Quiet Jazz Classic That Still Rewards Vinyl Listening
Stan Getz and João Gilberto’s Getz / Gilberto remains one of the most relaxed and influential jazz recordings ever made. On vinyl, its soft rhythms, gentle saxophone, and understated vocals reveal why this bossa nova classic still rewards slow listening.
Listen With: Stan Getz & João Gilberto – Getz/Gilberto
Halos de Jupiter Syrah – France
Featured in: Isaac Hayes – Hot Buttered Soul Review (1969 Enterprise Vinyl)
Isaac Hayes’ 1969 Hot Buttered Soul redefined soul as long-form expression. We revisit the original Enterprise pressing, sound quality, and why this album still rewards slow listening.
Listen With: Isaac Hayes – Hot Buttered Soul
Bieler Pere et Fils Rose Provence – France
Featured in: Blondie Parallel Lines Review: New Wave Perfection
This Blondie Parallel Lines review explores the album’s biggest hits, original vs. reissue vinyl pressings, matrix numbers, and a wine pairing to match its energy.
Listen With: Blondie – Parallel Lines
Samuel Robert Vineyard Reserve Willamette Valley Pinot Noir – Oregon
Featured in: Luther Vandross – Best of Love: A Valentine’s Day Vinyl Review
Luther Vandross’ Best of Love is built for evenings that unfold slowly. Four sides of timeless soul, paired with a thoughtful Pinot Noir, make this a Valentine’s Day listen meant to be shared.
Listen With: Luther Vandross – Best of Love