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First Friday July 1st Drop-In Tasting 5-8pm

We’ll taste 6 wines, 3 whites, 3 reds, and cheese.
Drop-In anytime between 5 and 8pm.
$5 and a $3 rebate when you buy a bottle of featured wine.

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We’ll have a chilled sparkling DRY red Lambrusco and a very nice Albarino at a great price, along with 4 other stunning wines!

Wine World Wines, Friday, July 1, 2016

Martin Codax, Albarino, 2014,Rias Baixas, Spain
A refreshing food friendly white wine, Albariño is crisp, elegant and dry and has aromas and flavors of pear, passion fruit and apple with bright acidity. Baked whitefish, boullabaise

Palazzone Terre Vineate, Orvieto, 2015, Umbria, Italy
Intense straw-yellow colour, at the nose is elegant, smooth, vivid and defined by a hint of hazelnut raw. In the mouth, the impact is dense, the structure dry. Grilled Scallops, Fish Risotto, Cheese Pasta or four cheese Pizza.

Grace Lane, Riesling 2013, Yakima, Washington
Refreshing and crisp, lemon on the nose and pallet. Medium to full bodied low acidity. Pork w/Apple Stuffing, Apple Pie, Chicken Stir Fry, Sushi.

A. Bertolani, Rosso All’Antica, Sparkling Dry Lambrusco, 2014, Italy
Ruby, dry full-bodied wine with a very “vinous” flavour and taste, good complexity. Pairs w/sausages and hams, roast meat and game.

Silver Totem, Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 Columbia, Washington
Aromas display notes of savory herbs, cedar and spice, with a reduced note that blows off. The plum and dark-fruit flavors are tart and elegant with dry tannins. Tri-Tips w/mushrooms in wine sauce, Osso Buco, Grilled Rack of Lamb, BBQ any thing.

Ravage, Red Blend 2014, California
Lots of smokey campfire goodness on the nose and palate full-bodied from toasty oak aging. Aromas of mocha, black plum and vanilla spice. Pair with a juicy steak or gourmet hamburger.

South African Wine Seminar with Winemaker Ntsiki Biyela Wednesday June 29th 7pm

We’ll explore South African wines with winemaker Ntsiki Biyela and Mika Bulmash CEO of Wine for the World.  Ntsiki is the Award winning Winemaker for Stellekaya, and the first black female winemaker in South Africa. Wine for the World is a small importer focusing on boutique producers and artisanal family vineyards.  We’ll taste a wide variety of fabulous wines from the region, and learn about South African wines and viticulture!

Ntsiki-Biyela

Sign up now, places are limited!
$20 per person by paid reservation. ($15 for WINE CLUB Members)
$25 At the door, if places remain.
Make your reservation at Wine World
133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC 29841
or by phone 803 279-9522

The Wines!

Blouberg
De Bos Chenin Blanc
Hill & Dale Sauvignon Blanc
De Bos 47 Varietal Rose
Bosman Adama White
Bosman Adama Red
Stellekaya Cabernet Sauvignon
Stellekaya Hercules (Sangiovese)
Stellekaya Orion (Bordeaux Blend)
Bosman Pinotage

Third Thursday Drop-In Wine Tasting June 16th 5-8pm

Drop-In anytime between 5 and 8pm
We’ll taste 6 wines (3 whites, 3 reds)
only $5 and you’ll get a $3 rebate when you buy one of the featured wines!
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Wine World Wines, Thursday, June 16, 2016
 
Picpoul de Pinnet, Blanc, 2015 Languedoc, France
Pale yellow color with green tints. Fresh and fine aromas of grapefruit and exotic fruit. Lime flavors, with typical focusing acidity, are hallmarks of Picpoul. Splendid with seafood and shellfish, rich cheese and charcuterie.
 
Yalumba, Chardonnay, 2015, South Australia, Australia
Unoaked. Crisp lively citrus, through to the fuller peach flavours. Fresh tropical fragrances provide a tantalizing suggestion of rich, creamy peach and nougat flavours. Slow roasted pork belly with pear coleslaw, Thai chicken salad or grilled prawns.
 
Crios, Rosé of Malbec, 2015, Mendoza, Argentina
Dry Rosé filled with notes of strawberry, red cherry and hints of spices. Pairs with Roasted Chicken, Sweet & Spicy Shrimp, Strawberry with cream, Charcuterie Platter.
 
Klet Brda, Villa Brici Merlot, 2013, Brda, Slovenia
Ruby red colour with a shade of garnet. Fruity aroma reminiscent of red strawberry bushes, subtle aroma of vanilla. Smooth and medium-bodied.. Serve with venison, beef, grilled vegetables and medium mature cheese.
 
Chamisal, Pinot Noir, 2011, Central Coast, California
Bold, flavorful and complex. Deep cheery, strawberry and spice notes. Pork Chops in dill cream and mushroom gravy, Pizza, Beef Bourguignon, Roasted Rabbit.
 
Robertson, Pinotage, 2014, Western Cape, South Africa
Deep purple tint on the rim with delicious flavors of ripe strawberry, banana, juicy plums and rich, red cherry. Enjoy now with roast beef, roast chicken, stews, lamb, pizza and pasta.

First Friday June 3rd Drop-In Wine 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!06-03-16_FF_PIC

Ch. La Graviere, Deux-Meres, Bordeaux, 2014, France
60% Semillon, 30% Sauvignon, 10% Muscadelle. Classically grassy, with gooseberry and herbaceous notes. A touch of juniper berry as well. Artichoke and Mushroom Risotto, Grilled Sea Bass.

Yealands, Pinot Gris, 2014, Marlborough, New Zealand
A nicely rounded showing stonefruit, herbaceous and citrus characters on the nose, followed by a softly flavoured palate. Spicy Chicken Tacos, Mussels with Fennel and Tomato

Roscato Prosecco, NV, Veneto, Italy
100% Glera. Straw yellow with white, creamy foam. A fruity fragrance with white fleshed fruits. Bright stone fruits, green apple and citrus notes. Cured meats, Chicken Parmesan.

E. Guigal, Coté du Rhone, 2012, Rhone, France
Cracked pepper blackberry and a hint of smoke. Full round and bold. Black fruits spicy velvety tannins. Long elegant finish. Flank steak, Braised Lamb Shanks, Charcuterie, Hard Cheese.

Mossback, Pinot Noir, 2012, Russian River, California
Complex aromas of earth and fruit. Bright flavors of cranberry and black cherry combine with porcini mushroom and cream cola. Braised Veal or Lamb Chops, Spicy Indian Curry.

Seducer, Red Blend, 2012, California
Zinfandel, Syrah, Merlot, Ruby Cab and Tannat. Mixture of vanilla, spice, blueberry flavors, waves of dark cherry. Venison Medallions with Juniper and Orange, Duck Confit.

Coastal California Wine Tasting Seminar Fri. May 27th 7pm

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These exciting wines show the high quality of the California Coastal Region has achieved. We’ll sample the classic varietals from outstanding producers of this prime area. Judah & Kaitlin will be our knowledgeable and entertaining guides. This is a fun & tasty line-up. Don’t miss this evening. Special prices for ordering these wines will be offered to attendees.
We’ll taste 10 wines with a break in the middle for yummy food these events usually last around 2 to 2.5 hours
Call 803-279-9522 to Reserve now.! (or stop by Wine World)

The Wines !

County Line, Anderson Valley Rosé 2015

Hobo Wine Co., Banyan Monterey County Gewurztraminer 2015

Sivas-Sonoma, Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc 2013

Broadside, Central Coast Chardonnay Wild Ferment 2014

Poppy Hill Cellars, Pinot Noir 2013

Folk Machine Redwood Valley Valdiguié 2014

Red Car Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2013

Ramsay Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Marietta Christo Lot 3

Paul Hobbs Winery CrossBarn
Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Drop-In Beer Tasting! Saturday May 14th 4-7pm

Drop-In anytime between 4pm and 7pm on Saturday May 14th and taste some beer with us!
$5, we’ll taste 10 beers and a $2 rebate with the purchase of any six bottles featured at the tasting
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-Anderson Valley Briney Melon Gose
-Unknown Ginger Wheat
-Victory Golden Monkey
-Original Sin Apple Cider
-Coast Hop Art
-Westbrook One Claw
-Unknown Bound for Carolina
-Weyerbacher Blithering idiot
-Bell’s Kalamazoo Stout
-Left Hand Nitro Milk Stout

First Friday May 6th Drop-In Wine Tasting 5-8pm

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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!

Darcie Kent, Grüner Veltliner, 2011, Monterey, California
Pale golden color. Aromas of baked kiwi, salty nut and white peppercorn with a supple, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a tangy, green apple, citrus and grass accented finish. BBQ Chicken, Pad Thai, Chicken Fajitas

Herdade do Esporao, Alandra Rosé, 2015, Alentejo, Portugal
Fabulous rosé that is packed with lovely strawberry and redcurrant fruit, dry, crispy and textured wine. Tapas, fine Charcuterie, Fondue, Strawberries with cream

Piquitos, Moscato, 2015, Valencia, Spain
Bright lemon-gold color. Slighly effervescent. Fruit and floral notes reminiscent of mandarin peel, honeysuckle and sweet orange blossom. Blue Cheese, Chocolate desserts, Chocolate Fondue, Crepes with fruit.

Fontana Candida, Roma, 2013, Lazio, Italy
Ruby red. Bouquet: Intense aromas of wild berries with slightly spicy notes. Smooth and persistent flavor with velvety tannins. Pizza, pasta, grilled and roasted poultry, pork, veal

Aguaribay, Malbec, 2014, Mendoza, Argentina
Dark, rich, baked blueberry and raspberry; long finish underscored by notes of tobacco. black fruit flavors. Grilled Baby Back Ribs, Bloody Red Meat, Chicken Paella.

Concannon, Founder’s Petite Sirah, 2014, Livermore, Calif
Full-bodied, rich wine with soft, full tannins and primary fruit flavors of cherry, dark berry and blueberry. Secondary flavors of chocolate and cassis are complex with hints of toast and creamy oak. BBQ Beef, Roasted Duck, Goulash, Chili.

Islands of Italy Wine Tasting Seminar

with Adam Verona, Italian Specialist, Republic National Distribution
Friday Evening, April 29, 2016, 7 pm. At Wine World. $ 15 paid reservation
We’re ready for an evening of exciting wines, many will be new to most of us. The wine producers of Sicily and Sardinia have made significant strides in recent years with attention to preserving and improving wines from grapes traditional to these areas and also developing “international” grape types.
We are fortunate to have Adam to present these wines and share his extensive knowledge of these fascinating wine regions. Special prices will be offered to attendees.
Come by or Call us at 803.279.9522 to Reserve now!
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The Wines:
 
Argiolas Costomolino. Sardinia
 
Tasca di Almerita Grillo. Sicily
 
Planeta Rosé. Sicily
(50% Syrah, 50% Nero d’Avola)
 
Argiolas Costera. Sardinia
(Cannonau, aka Grenache), Garnacha
 
Argiolas Korem Red. Sardinia
(Bovale Sardo, Carignano, Cannonau)
 
Planeta Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Sicily
60% Nero d’Avola, 40% Frappato)
 
Tasca Almerita Regaleali Lamuri. Sicily.
(Nero d’Avola)
 
MandraRosso Bonera Red. Sicily
(50% Nero d’Avola, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc)
 
Feudo Maccari Saia Nero d’Avola. Sicily
Fessina Il Musmeci Etna Rosso. Sicily
(Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappucio. Very old vines)
 
Accompanied by cheeses, tasty tidbits and French bread.
Reserve now. The number of places is limited. Reservations recommended.
$ 20 paid reservation. $ 25 at the door, if places are available.

Third Thursday Drop-In Wine Tasting April 21st 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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Wine World Wines, Friday, April 21, 2016
 
Adobe, White Blend, 2012, Paso Robles, California $13.49.
Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Princess. Ripe peach, crisp apple flavors hints of orange blossom and lemon zest. Grilled crab artichoke cheese sandwich. Tandoori Chicken.
 
Bacchus, Chardonnay, 2014, Sonoma , California $13.49
Medium bodied and crisp, with subtle apple, pear and citrus notes. A mineral component comes through in the lively, balanced and long finish. Grilled crab artichoke cheese sandwich.
 
Oyster Bay, Sauv Blanc, 2015, Marlborough, New Zealand $11.99
Zesty and aromatic with lots of lively fruit characters. A concentration of assertive passionfruit and tropical fruit flavours with an abundant bouquet. Thai fish cakes, chargrilled squid.
 
Lelia, Garnacha, 2014, Cariñena, Spain $9.99
Deep ruby color. Spicy raspberry and cherry aromas with some spiciness and floral notes. Fresh red berry, black currant, and cherry flavors. Soft, smooth finish. Grilled rack of lamb, paella, steak quesadillas.
 
MAN, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2013, Costal, South Africa $10.99
Garnet and deep purple, this is a bold and juicy red wine. Aromas of mint and pencil-shavings, cigar box and dark cherries, followed by cassis and red-currant fruit flavours on the palate. Rosemary garlic infused Prime Rib Roast.
 
Torr’Alta, Rossa, 2012, Tipica, Italy $14.99
Deep ruby red in color Aromas of raspberry and currant with a hint vanilla. Smooth and balanced on the palate with velvety tannins. Pasta, grilled and roasted meats, game.

Wines of Provence and the Rhône valley w/ Jean-Pierre Chambas, Friday March 18th, 7pm

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Wines of Provence and the Rhône Valley
with Jean-Pierre Chambas, Aleph Wines

Friday Evening, March 18, 2016, 7 pm. At Wine World. $20 paid reservation
We love Provence and Rhône wines, white, rosé, and red, and we look forward to a wonderful evening sharing with you an outstanding selection of these captivating French wines. Our good friend Jean-Pierre Chambas will lead us on this wine exploration. We’ll discuss the grapes and their aromas and flavors, the landscape and terroir, vintages, and many other topics as Jean-Pierre shares with us his intimate knowledge of the region. Jean-Pierre is a great speaker and the wines are wonderful. Nine wines will be tasted.
You don’t want to miss any seminar by Jean-Pierre, especially the Rhone Valley an area of his special enthusiasm, experience and expertise. These are some of or very favorite wines, favorite producers–highest quality in the Rhone Valley. Special prices will be offered to attendees.
Terriific wines, terrific speaker. Reserve now.

The Wines
Roquesante, Rose de Provence 2014
Domaine Houchart, Côtes du Provence Blanc 2014
Domaine Houchart, Côtes du Provence Rouge 2013
Domaine du Vieux Lazaret Côtes du Ventoux 2013
Chateau du Trignon Côtes du Rhone Blanc, Rousanne 2014
Chateau du Trignon Vacqueyras 2010
Chateau du Trignon Gigondas 2010
Guigal Crozes-Hermitage Rouge 2011
Les-Combes d’Arnevel Chateauneuf du Pape, 2011

Accompanied by cheese, bread, and tasty tidbits.
$ 20 paid reservation. $ 25 at the door, if space is available.
Space is limited.
Call or come by to reserve now and save your place!
Wine World
803-279-9522
133 Georgia Ave.
North Augusta, SC 29841