Special Tasting Event — Friday October 23 6PM
Unknown France with Greg Pfaender from Autentique Vin
Join us for an extremely exciting tasting! Authentique Vin is a boutique French importer specializing in some of the most overlooked areas of France. Greg will lead us though an incredible line up of seven wines from the Loire, Jura, and Savoie. Some of these wines are extremely low production and limited. You will learn about varietals like Trousseau, Monduese, and taste familiar grapes made in some unfamiliar ways. Don’t miss it!
We will taste:
- Bise Cremant de Loire NV $25.99/btl
- Tissot Savagnin Sous Voile’22 $78.99/btl
- Tissot Rose Massale Chardonnay ’24 $79.99/btl
- Tissot Arbois Rouge ’24 $56.99/btl
- Fabian Trosset Savoie Mondeuse ’24 $28.99/btl
- Moulin Touchais ’96 $69.99/btl
- Moulin Touchais ’86 $82.99/btl
Truly a one of a kind tasting!! Advance Reservations only.
Please call (803) 799-9463 to reserve your spot. $45/Person
Wine Classes with Professor Emilio
Wine Classes are back for the fall with 3 great evenings of education and wine to enjoy. Classes include 4 wines to taste and a small cheese plate. Each class is limited to 30 participants, so reserve your spot today!
Wednesday October 28th 6pm – “Tannin and Oak”
Wednesday November 11th 6pm – “Undiscovered Italy”
$40/person per class. Please call (803)799-9463 to reserve your spot.
New Arrivals
A Small Good ‘Nduja A Small Good is a family run salumeria in Rockport, Maine using wild fermentation, native ingredients and koji to make uniquely terroir based meats. Their take on this classic Italian spreadable pork sausage is one you won’t want to miss! This Calabrian-style spreadable salami is seasoned with an “obscene” amount of chili, spices, and hard cider. To serve, remove the casing and allow to get to room temperature for optimal spread-ability. Try on a crusty baguette, spread over pizza, or with hard aged cheeses. $14.99
Nasi Home
Introducing the VERA Collection from Nashi Home. The Nashi Home Vera Collection is a premium line of handcrafted, polished resin tableware and home decor.
Designed in Australia, the collection is celebrated for its unique, fluid forms and vibrant aesthetic. Because each piece is individually poured by hand, every item features its own distinct swirls, depth, and character, meaning no two pieces are exactly alike.
Available in both the Tortoise and the Cappuccino colorways, which are perfect year round neutrals. And especially appropriate for the autumnal season.
Finally, these are on sale now, limited to our stock on hand. Great Thanksgiving hostess gift or tuck one away for holiday gifting.
Cheese Board
Sbrinz “Europe’s oldest cheese” This brown cow, summer milk alpine is golden, buttery and crystalline with notes of caramel. $49.99/lb
Asiago Vecchio Raw cow’s milk cheese from Italy. Sharp, nutty and rich. It is granular with a smooth finish. $23.99/lb
Ossau Iraty “Black Head Manech” From the pure sheep’s milk cheese of an ancient breed called Black Head Manech. Deep caramel flavors with undertones of broth and a savory finish. $39.99/lb
Wine of the Week
Catena San Carlos Cabernet Franc ’24
“Black fruit, espresso and resinous herb aromas introduce the 2024 Appellation San Carlos Cabernet Franc, which was produced from sandy soils and matured for 12 months in second- and third-use barrels. The mouthfeel is seamless and fluid, transitioning into a fresh, gently structured finish that lingers with saline overtones and a final round of pleasant herbal flavors. Drink 2025-2030.”
91 Pts Wine Advocate $24.99/btl
Saturday Wine Tasting
October 3, 1-3pm
Wine Team Picks! Come in and sample some of our favorites before you hit the Gamecocks tailgate.
- Diatom Chardonnay ’23 $21.99/btl
- Ariddu Grillo ’24 $14.99/btl
- Patricia Green Pinot Noir ’24 $20.99/btl
- Pira Dolcetto d’Alba ’23 $18.99/btl
As always, just $1 at the door!!!
Morel One of the most highly prized wild mushrooms, in a convenient, shelf-stable dried form. Wild Morel Mushrooms look and taste unlike any other variety. They have tall, peaked, honeycombed caps, and are completely hollow. Their flavor is described as an earthy combination of butter and faint smoke. These characteristics are said to improve or even intensify when dried. Morel Mushrooms’ rich, earthy-buttery taste pairs beautifully with cream or white wine sauces.
Porcini Dried Wild Porcini Mushrooms have a powerfully earthy aroma matched by their full-bodied, umami-rich flavor. Reconstituted Porcinis are firmly textured and almost smooth when bitten into. They are frequently chopped before they (and their delicious soaking liquid) are used in recipes. Porcinis are a classic addition to risotto, pasta dishes, soups, and stews.
Fresh for fall just arrived. Starting with just placemats, this company has grown to include tabletop products such as chargers, napkins, coasters, and more. It is a brand known for both trendy and classic design. At Altoona Design, there is something for everyone. Proudly manufactured in the USA!
Paper Placemats These designs are a few of the new paper placemats in a square “charger” style. Made from durable and luxurious heavyweight paper. Most folks can get several uses out of them. All made in USA and 100% biodegradable. Can you ‘spot’ the one we bought with a Carolina tailgate in mind? Set of 24/$29.99
Paper Linens You must try the Altoona large format paper linens that work as guest towels or napkins at the table.
Rogue Creamery Smokey Blue Cold-smoked over hazelnuts to evoke flavors of vanilla, bread pudding, and candied bacon. Made in Oregon with cow’s milk. $39.99/lb
September 26, 1-3pm
Pressed by the Garcia-Casas family, fourth-generation stewards of Andalusia’s olive groves, this oil offers a rich, savory profile with notes of ripe tomato, green pepper, and a spicy, refreshing finish.
WAS $79.99 NOW $59.99
September 19, 1-3pm