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First Friday March 4th Drop-In Tasting 5-8pm

Drop-In anytime between 5 and 8pm
Taste 6 wines (3 whites, 3 reds)
only $5 and you get a $3 rebate if you buy one of the featured wines!

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Ironstone, Pinot Grigio, Lodi, California, 2014 $11.99
Exotic floral notes. Flavors of green and red apples perfumed with a touch of citrus. Serve with mild cheeses, sole meuniere or sautéed shrimp.

Meiomi, Chardonnay, California, 2013 $14.99
Bright, enticing layers of tropical fruit, aromas of brown sugar, honey, and butterscotch. Notes of mango and citrus zest enhance the complex palate. The lush, creamy mouthfeel. Grilled Sea Bass, Chicken Curry with Coconut milk, Crab cakes. Game Hens in Lobster sauce.

Sauvion, Vouvray, Loire, France, 2014 $13.99
Acacia, wallflowers, verbena. Lively and punchy in the palate with a honey-noted finish.
Wonderful aperitif or with desserts, and fruit.

Scaia, Corvina, Colognola, Italy, 2013 $14.99
Flowery notes of red rose and sweet violet, silky with hints of wild black cherry. Flavoursome and fresh blackcurrant and raspberry. Sausage Risotto, Bean Soup, gnocchi.

Line 39, Merlot, California, 2013 $11.99
Aromas and flavors of cherry, ripe plum and hints of roasted coffee on the palate. Bright and juicy. Spice-dusted roasted duck served with charred vegetables.

Clayhouse, Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, Calif, 2013 $11.99
Dark ruby red color. Aromas of ripe black cherry, cedar, tobacco, sweet tar, vanilla bean, and a hint of bell pepper. black current and bing cherry fruit flavors as well as a hint of cracked black pepper. Pairs well black pepper crusted ribeye steaks.

Third Thursday Feb. 18th Drop-In Wine Tasting!

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Drop-In anytime between 5 and 8pm
Taste 6 wines (3 whites, 3 reds)
only $5 and you get a $3 rebate if you buy one of the featured wines!

Pine Ridge, Chenin Blanc+Viognier, Calif, 2014 $14.99
Aromas, fresh lemon, juicy honeydew, and sweet mango. Palate is crisp, mouth-watering, luscious papaya, yellow pear and ruby grapefruit. Thai curry, a sushi dish, spicy tuna roll.

Murphy-Goode, Sauvignon Blanc, North Coast, Calif, 2014 $11.99
Bright citrus and lush tropical fruit aromas. Flavors of white peach and honeydew. Touch of oak intriguing “fume” personality. oysters, coconut shrimp, pad thai.

Centine Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese Toscana Italy 2014 $10.99
Very aromatic. hints of woodland berries. rich berry flavors long crisp, clean finish. ideal as an aperitif. pairs perfectly with fish, poultry and young, mild cheeses.

Fuego, Garnacha, Calatayud, Spain, 2013 $10.99
80-90 year old vines. Fruit-bomb, it offers loads of strawberry and cherry fruit intermixed with hints of earth, spice and pepper, silky tannins, and a medium-bodied, delicious, savory mouthfeel. Pizza, rabbit, braised lamb shanks, goulash.

Portillo, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina, 2014 $9.99
Fruit of dense blackberries and blueberries, sour cherry and a floral character offset by peppery spice, cloves. Pairs well with red meats, roasted poultry, Mexican, Cajun, Indian and Italian.

Temptation, Zinfandel, Sonoma, California, 2012 $13.99
Aromas of dark fruits with plum and red cherry, spice and vanilla. Jammy ripe flavors of cherry, black plums, black pepper, strawberries. Eggplant with sausage in zinfandel sauce,
Tex-Mex, BBQ Brisket, Sticky Baby Back Ribs.

Attack of the Clones Seminar, Redux! Fri. Feb 26th 7pm

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Attack of the Clones, Redux!
Wine Tasting Seminar
February 26, 2016, Friday, 7 pm
at Wine World, 133 Georgia Ave, North Augusta.
with Michael Simmons, Ben Arnold

“Do not let the name of this seminar fool you, this is serious stuff.  While we might not be traveling to a galaxy far, far away, we will definitely be taking a journey into the exciting world of clonal variations.  What is a clone?  Why is it important? After a lot of reading, a lot of drinking, and a few conversations with some of today’s best wine makers, I have the answers.
Trust me, these are the wines you are looking for.” – Michael Simmons
Michael Simmons will look in depth at the clonal aspects of these exceptional wines. We’ll take a break for yummy snacks halfway through the tasting, and we will offer a discounted price on the featured wines of the evening.
Reserve now. Space is limited. $25 per person
Call or Come by the shop!803-279-9522

Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs 2012
Matchbook “Musque” Chardonnay 2012
Cambria Clone IV Chardonnay 2014
Galerie Sauvignon Blanc 2014
Cambria Clone IV Pinot Noir 2014
Sokol Blosser Pinot Noir 2012
Silverado Merlot 2011
Ernie Els Cabernet 2013
Silverado “Geo” Cabernet 2012
Michael David “Sloth” Zinfandel 2009

Bread, cheese and nibbles will be served. We will begin promptly at 7 pm and taste the wines in sequence, with comments on each wine. The tasting will last approximately 2 hours. Special prices on the wines will be offered to attendees Paid reservations are $25 per person. Reservations must be paid when they are made to save your spot. Entry at the door—if space is available—will be $30 per person.

First Friday Feb. 5th Drop-In Wine Tasting 5-8pm

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Friday February 5th Drop-In between 5 and 8pm
We’ll taste 6 wines.
$5 and a $3 rebate if you buy a featured bottle.

These are the wines:

Richel, Apremont 2014. Vin de Savoie, France $13.99
100% Jacquére grape. Light & fresh, this crisp white shows floral aromas & pear flavors with full mineral notes & excellent acidity. Serve with fondue. Mountain cheese & fruit.

Manuel M. Suarez, Fatum 2014. La Mancha, Spain $11.99
80% Airen grape. Crisp & refreshing, balanced. Grilled sardines with green pepper. Chinese broccoli in oyster sauce, Garlic prawns. Herbed Pork loin. Braised Chicken thighs.

Caves de L Angevine 2014, Rosé D’Anjou. Loire, France $12.99
Soft, fruity, lovely Rosé with a faint hint of sweetness. Raspberry color. Mellow, very supple & rich, red fruit flavor. Great with chicken curry. Roast chicken, seasonal salads.

Garnet, Pinot Noir 2013. Monterey, California $14.99
Lush body and silky texture. Aromas include ripe blackberries, cherry preserves, vanilla, hazelnuts. Flavors of dark red fruits & exotic spices. Lamb Stuffed Eggplant. Pizza.

Domaine Forca Real, Mas Garrigue 2013. Languedoc, France $14.99
Grenache Noir, Carignan, Syrah. Aromatic. Ripe red fruits: cherries & raspberries & spice aspect. Round tannins. Smoked pork chops, rosemary potatoes,. Tuscan-style bean dishes.

Bonny Doon, A Proper Claret 2013. Central Coast, California $14.99
46% cabernet sauvignon, 17% merlot, 15% tannat, 13% petit verdot, 8% syrah, 1% petite sirah. Creative blend suggests black plums, roasted red-bell pepper, chocolate, cranberries. Cedar & mint notes. Leg of lamb and Yorkshire pudding. Beef steaks Braised short ribs.

Steele Wines Seminar with Quincy Steele Fri. Jan 29th 7pm

Quincy Steele began working as winemaker with his father Jed Steele a number of years ago. Based in Lake County, California (north of Sonoma & Napa), Steele produces several tiers of very nice wines: Steele, Shooting Star, Writer’s Block and Stymie. Quincy is also a part of Winemakers Anonymous who produce Calvino Jones wines. Quincy will tell us about this exciting project, and about the history and wine making at Steele Wines. This is a “don’t miss” tasting. Reserve now!
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We’ll have yummy snacks halfway through, and there will be a big discount on the featured wines.

Reserve your place now, only $20
sign up at Wine World, or call us at 803-279-9522

Steele Shooting Star Aligote

Steele Cuvee Chardonnay

Steele Carneros Pinot Noir

Callvino Jones (Winemakers Anonymous) Pinot Noir

Writer’s Block Cabernet Franc

Writer’s Block Malbec

Steele Pacini Zinfandel

Steele Red Hill Cabernet Sauvignon

Calvino Jones (Winemakers Anonymous) Mountain Elaboration

Steele Stymie Merlot

Third Thursday Wine Tasting Jan. 21st 5-8pm

Drop-in anytime between 5 and 8pm this Thursday and Taste Some Wine With Us!
$5 we taste 3 whites and 3 reds
you get a $3 rebate if you buy a bottle of any of the featured wines

Wine World Wines Jan. 21st 2016

Ch Beau Soleil Brut NV $14.99
Graceful with delicate bubbles. A complex, aromatic wine with a clean, dry palate and crisp acidity. Ideal as an aperitif.Great with light hors d’oeuvres and fish entrées or as a complement to pastry.

Kris, Pinot Grigio, Tipica, Italy, 2014 $13.49
Brilliant lemon-green in color, offers enticing aromas of acacia flowers, citrus, tangerine, and hints of almonds. Serve with risotto, salads, homemade pasta, grilled white meats or salmon.

Four Vines, Naked Chardonnay, St Barbara, Calif, 2013 $11.99 $13.99
Pineapple, butterscotch and a touch of honey on the nose; crisp and fruity with lively, clean apple and pear flavor. Pair with grilled shrimp, oysters, roast chicken and drink Naked.

Steele, Writers Block Grenache. Lake County, California, 2010 $14.99
Strawberry and raspberry fruit are predominant with some slight spiciness, tobacco, orange peel and subtle minerality. Grilled pork chop, fresh green salad.

Haraszthy, OV Zinfandel, Lodi, California, 2012 $12.99
Medium bodied, beautifully balanced and displaying noteworthy red and black fruit aromas. Flavors of blackberry, raspberry and cherry. Grilled Beef Ribs,

Gatekeeper, Shiraz, South Australia, 2013 $14.99
Luscious sweet berry fruit, peppery spices, lingering vanilla. Plum & cherry flavours.

Second Friday Wine Tasting Jan. 8th 5-pm

What? SECOND Friday?  As First Friday happened to occur on New Years Day, we’ll be having our January First Friday tasting on the Second Friday, and it will be a good one! (yum)

That said, here’s the list of wines…

Trivento, Amado Sur, Mendoza, Argentina, 2013, $12.99
Torrontés delivers fresh, perfumed wine. Viognier confer citrus notes and sweet finish , a dash of Chardonnay emphasizes its elegance. Asparagus, Spring Rolls, Seafood Salad.

Spellbound, Chardonnay, Napa, California, 2013, $13.99
Bright and lush tropical fruit flavors pineapple, banana, guava, and kiwi, balanced with notes of vanilla and crème brûlée. Enjoy this wine on its own or with a variety of cuisine from the Pacific Rim to the fiery Southwest. Grilled Pork Tenderloin.

Fairview, Goats do Roam Rosé, Western Cape, S. Africa, 2015 $12.49
Bright salmon-pink wine offers fresh strawberry and rose notes. Red berries on the palate lead to an elegant, fresh finish. Pairs with tapenade, grilled chicken, fish or lamb with herbs.

Oakridge, Old Soul Pinot Noir, Lodi, California, 2014, $13.99
Big fruit and ample richness. Floral tones, cherry, raspberry and hints of blackberry. The blackberry notes, from the blended Zinfandel. The palate is soft and round, yet still maintains the gentle acidity. Crispy Pork Belly with Blood Orange, Roasted Duck.

Oakridge, Maggio Petite Sirah, Lodi, California, 2012, $11.99
Hints of fig, fine cocoa, and licorice, this wine has a rich color with dark berry flavors and a lingering finish. Enjoy with Beef Stroganoff, German Spätzle, Beef or Venison Stew.

St Francis, Red Splash, Sonoma, California, $11.99
Blend of Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah, Cab Franc, & Zin. Ripe fruit flavors, spicy aromas on the nose. Pairs well Pizza, grilled red meat and game.

Third Thursday December 17th Drop-In Wine Tasting 5-8pm

Come Taste some wine with us!

Drop-in anytime between 5-8pm
on Thursday December 17th
We’ll taste 3 whites and 3 reds.
$5 and a $3 rebate when you buy a featured wine.

Wine World Wines – Thursday December 17th, 2015

La Source Gabriel, Rosé, Provence, France, 2014 $13.99
Organic blend of Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah. A light pink in color, aromas of flowers and fresh citrus fruit on the nose. Bright, fresh flavors of exotic fruit and lime with wonderful balance. Elegant and complex. Aperitif or pair with seafood and Greek salad.

William Hill, Sauvignon Blanc, North Coast, California, 2014 $14.99
Offers aromas of grapefruit & lemongrass, complemented by citrus & subtle mineral flavors. Crisp & lively clean finish. Oysters, goat cheese, seafood Alfredo with fettuccine.

Penya, Côtes Catalances, Viognier, Roussillon, France, 2013 $9.99
Exotic nose of pineapple, mango & peach. Bright & refreshing with light floral notes & a touch of minerality. Indian curry, chicken and mushroom pie, spicy Asian cuisine.

Manos Negras, Pinot Noir, Mendoza, Argentina, 2012 $10.99
Dark violet color, with floral aromas, ripe red fruit flavours and a soft supple texture. Wild Mushroom Bruschetta, Smoky Glazed Ham, Peanut Brittle.

Hayes, Red Meritage, Central Coast, California, 2014 $13.99
Blend of Bordeaux style grapes. Flavors of black cherry, raspberries and cassis. Beef mushroom stroganoff sauce, smoked cheese, BBQ pulled Pork, Shrimp Tacos.

Salento, Verso Rosso, Tipica, Italy, 2013 $14.99
Blend of Negroamaro, Primitivo and some Malvasia. Deep red colour. Pleasant notes of chocolate and spices. Touch of “appassimento “ dried grapes. Pasta with red sauce, pizza, grilled pork ribs.

Washington Wines… plus plus! Friday December 11th 7pm

Washington State is one of the world’s great wine regions. We’ll explore several Award Winning Varietals from some of the states finest producers with Shane Owens of Precept Wine. Shane has also chosen a great sparkling wine from New Mexico and a Shiraz from Australia to show off a couple of other fantastic wines in the Precept portfolio!
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We’ll have yummy snacks halfway through, and there will be a big discount on the featured wines.
 
Reserve your place now, only $20
sign up at Wine World, or call us at 803-279-9522
 
Gruet Blancs De Noir, New Mexico
Canoe Ridge Expedition Pinot Gris, Horse Heaven Hills
Browne Sauvignon Blanc, Columbia Valley
Browne Chardonnay, Columbia Valley
Waterbrook Reserve Merlot, Columbia Valley
Browne Petit Verdot, Columbia Valley
Browne Tribute Red Blend, Columbia Valley
Shingleback Shiraz “Davey Estate Vineyard”, McLauren Vale, Australia
Waterbrook Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley
Browne Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley

First Friday, December 4th, Drop-in Wine Tasting 5-8pm

Come Taste some wine with us!

Drop-in anytime between 5-8pm
on Friday December 4th
We’ll taste 3 whites and 3 reds.
$5 and a $3 rebate when you buy a featured wine.

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Lapostolle,Sauvignon Blanc, Chile, 2013 $11.99
Crisp full flavored & fresh aromas and flavor of melon & citrus. Enjoy with seafood & spicy foods, ideal with Sushi.

Bonny Doon, De Proprio Gravitas, Santa Cruz, California, 2014, $14.99
Bordeaux-style blend– Semillon 54%, 43.5% Sauv Blanc, Orange Muscat 2.5. Perfume of magnolia flowers and scent of white peaches, with suggestions of ripe Bosc Pear. Fig and melon character, bit of minerality and acid backbone Pair with Oysters, cassoulet.

Caposaldol, Sweet Pink Merlot Moscato, Veneto, Italy, NV, $12.99
Merlot 55%, Moscato 45%. Soft& Elegant with lively bubbles. Aromas & flavors of berries, apricots, sage & rose petals. Pairing light pastries & apples, pears fresh berries fruit tarts

Renacer, Punto Final Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina, 2014, $11.99
Deep ruby red, aromas of black cherry, dark berries and spices. Scents of vanilla & caramel, generous chocolate flavors. Pair with rich red meats, Manchego.

Oak Ridge, OZV, Lodi, California, 2013, $12.99
Opaque raspberry red. The nose is dark and brooding, blackberry, molasses, oak spice, plums and French vanilla. Full-bodied, tastes of black & blueberries, chocolate, cranberry & a late hit of spice. Grilled Steaks, Barbecued Meats, Pork, Chicken, Duck, Pizza.

Federalist, Zinfandel, Lodi, California, 2013 $14.99
Aromas of red fruits plum, cherry and cinnamon spice, a good density, firm tannin structure, and a long, smooth finish. Spiced lamb, pork chops, or grilled rib eye steak.