STORE was selected for being more than just a self-storage and wine storage facility. When you enter the lobby it feels like walking into a posh hotel, complete with boutique concierge service, the smell of fresh-baked cookies, and lavish interiors.
The 155,000-square-foot, climate-controlled building, is Palm Beach Gardens’ only Category 4, hurricane-rated storage facility. It features 19 different sizes that are competitively priced and suitable for commercial as well as residential clients.

The elegant wine vault offers the latest in security technology, including biometric fingerprint access, surveillance monitoring, an exclusive management system with touch screens, a bar code scanner to help maintain accurate personal inventories, and individual door alarms on each wine locker.

The venue is also available for special events, wine tastings, and meetings. As the premier networking hub of the area, STORE sponsors and hosts many educational, networking, and customized social events. The Wine Concierge and friendly staff are available to help coordinate any affair − from intimate occasions to lavish red carpet charity bashes with up to 800 guests.

“We do all we can to accommodate our clients. It is a pleasure for our staff to assist with all storage and event needs,” said STORE owner, Jon Channing. “We pride ourselves on running a facility where businesses and people of the community can come together. It’s an honor for us to be recognized here by our peers.”

A Year In A Bottle From Daily Sip

Today we bid farewell to 2011 by looking back on all the delicious and curious wines we consumed during the past year. We sipped, savored and guzzled a wide variety of vinos so, of course, we each had to ask ourselves which one was the best--the one that left the ultimate lasting impression.

After much deliberation, Team Daily Sip brings you the best wines each of us tasted in 2011. Some--but not all--of these bottles come with hefty price tags, but we stand by our conviction that these wines are worth every penny since they stood out as the most memorable. Here's to 2012!

Alyssa
Donnhoff Riesling 2010 (Nahe, Germany) $20. Sometimes the most memorable wines don't break the bank. Such was the case this past Friday and this past year; Donnhoff riesling once again stole the show in a line-up of beautiful wines of all types, from many regions, at The French Laundry for my brother's 40th birthday celebration. Meyer lemon overtones were perfectly balanced by racy acidity and floral aromatics. It was delicious! Find it here.

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Andy
Clos des Papes Blanc 2009 (Rhone, France) $112. The CDP reds typically get most of the attention, but this gem from Clos des Papes stands out. Number 10 on Wine Spectator's Top 100 list for 2010. Made with no oak and no malolactic fermentation, the wine appears very light, almost like water. Crisp with tropical fruit notes along with peach and lychee. Elegant wine with a complex finish. If I were going to spring for a nice bottle of white, this would be it. Find it here.

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Kim
Volta Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 (Howell Mountain, CA) $60. This is a stellar, mind-blowing wine worth far more than its $60 price tag. Big in flavor, but still smooth and elegant, with black cherry, plum and raspberry flavors. It has a perfect balance of acid and tannin that will ensure it ages well, however, it's awfully good now, too. Only 300 cases were made, so be sure to grab a bottle before it's gone! You can find it here.

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Leta
Paul Dolan Pinot Noir 2007 (Mendocino County, CA) $30. This is far and away my favorite wine of the year because I associate it with so many amazing 2011 memories. It was my choice of wine for toasting my girls before Giants' games in San Francisco on playgrounds, my go-to wine after any trying day of the office, and my favorite bottle to gift. Did I mention it's great to geek out on when you're talking about the amazing production of Mendocino and the philosophy behind biodynamic winemaking? It's delicious, affordable and a wine that's meant to be shared and opened often. Find the wine here.

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Michelle
Brooks Sweet P Riesling 2010 (Willamette Valley) $22.
I had the privilege of tasting this delicious Riesling when Janie Brooks herself came into our office for a private tasting. I was blown away by this delicious and not too sweet light gold wine and have been dreaming of it ever since. It had all of the crisp flavors I have come to love in Rieslings but did not contain an ounce of syrupiness. At a price point of $22 a bottle it is a great value. Find the wine here.

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Bathroom Renovations:

Remember, your possessions are valuable, storing them, even temporarily while work is being done is piece of mind. Contact STORE Self Storage & Wine Storage for ideas, quotes, options and stressless storage in a state-of-the-art facility.

Extraordinary Storage at Ordinary Prices.

1. -Don’t do expensive tub/shower renovations.  Just like with the big-ticket kitchen fixes, this is a matter of taste.  You put in a round jetted tub, and the buyer prefers square.  And is a steam shower really something everyone will love?
2. -Do replace dated bath and shower fixtures; this can be done generally quite inexpensively. If you have a tiny showerhead, replacing it with a large, rainwater-style model will lend a subtle spa-like quality without costing a lot.
3. -Don’t replace your smallish vanity with a new, built-in model. A lot of remodelers emphasize the intrinsically relaxing qualities of having all your toiletries, and towels beautifully organized in one big unit made of high-end wood, marble and chrome. And it is certainly beautiful. But it’s also a risky choice, and a matter of taste.
4. -Do freshen up the vanity area. Invest in a big mirror with bright lights over it. And a few hundred dollars spent on a nice faucet is well worth it. Like the showerhead, it’s a true basic—and updating the basics, in most homes is all the home seller should be focusing on.

1. -Don’t put in expensive professional-grade cook’s appliances. You may choose a $10,000 Wolf stove, but the potential buyer might be a take-out addict.
2. - Do,   however, service the appliances you have, so that they work perfectly. If you have seriously outdated appliances that can be replaced for $1,000 or less (like swapping a dingy old fridge for a new one), that’s a good idea. Similarly, if there are appliances that you lack, which most buyers consider essential, it makes sense to buy one (like a dishwasher).
3. - Don’t   replace your cabinetry entirely—even if it’s a little outdated. It’s just too subjective. You might think sleek, white Scandinavian cabinets are the way to go, but your potential buyer may prefer dark wood.
4. - Do   invest in cabinet refacing if your cabinets are outdated. Many refacing companies will give your cabinets a fresh façade for under $2,000, and it’s a good investment in creating a positive impression of the room without doing a pricey knock-down.
5. - Don’t   go granite crazy. Spending thousands of dollars on a new countertop and backsplash is downright dangerous; as there are so many different options these days, it’s impossible for the home seller to find one that will please most people.
6. - Do   hire a professional cleaning company to come in and make what you have sparkle. This won’t magically make your tile look magazine-spread-worthy, it will certainly make it look a lot better. Discoloration from age often makes tile look even worse.

For more helpful hints regarding home improvements: CLICK HERE

 (http://www.myagentmax.com/Blog/Home-Sellers-Renovations-Dos-and-Donts)

Don't Be That Guy:

We’ve all teetered on the edge of being The Self Promoter, The Anger Management Drop Out, The Island, The Over-Sharer and The Stage Five Clinger. Stop, drop and don’t push “send.” Recognize the signs and rein yourself in before you become another social media stereotype.