February 12, 2010

Valentine’s Day Wine Pairings

It’s almost that time of year again–Valentine’s Day. A day to celebrate your sweetheart and enjoy something sweet. According to a 2009 study, more than 58 million pounds of chocolate will be sold during Valentine’s week. Ever wondered what to sip while enjoying some Valentine’s chocolate? We will suggest a few of our favorite chocolate and wine pairings for your … Read More

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February 11, 2010

Back to the Basics- Wine Tasting & Terms

How to Taste Wine Wine is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes, but there is much more to wine than this basic definition. Wine tasting can be a very complex process, so this post is aimed to simplify the process. The three basic steps of wine tasting are appearance, smell and taste. First, pour a taste (1-2 oz.) into … Read More

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January 8, 2010

Get Your Schug Wine Dinner Tickets Now!

Come enjoy one of Charleston’s favorite wineries and a delicious five-course dinner on Monday, January 18 at the Old Village Post House. Wines from Schug Estate will be paired each course, and Winemaker Michael Cox will be present to discuss the wine making process at Schug and provide tasting notes. This event will sell out, so reserve your seat now! The … Read More

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