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One great aspect of our restaurant (and wine program) is the flexibility of being able to print our menus daily. This allows us to make changes as often as we'd like to pair with Chef Matt's menu. Every single wine has a reason for being in the cellar, but here's a snapshot of our wine director's current obsessions.
Paìs, J. Bouchon "Paìs Viejo, Secano Interior" — Maule Valley, CL ($12 / $48)
Organic farming meets centuries-old winemaking techniques in this easy-drinking poolside red. Paìs was planted by the Spanish in the 1540s, and some of the oldest vines in Chile (and the world) are around 350 years old. The vines for this specific wine are mostly 100 years old! The Bouchon family, now in its 4th generation of family winemakers, are originally from Bordeaux, France, having emigrated to Chile in the late 19th century. Bright, juicy red fruit punch flavors with savory notes make this wine the perfect sipper or food companion. This is a Charleston session red for sure.
Carignan, Viña Maitia "Weon," Secano Interior — Maule Valley, CL ($13 / $52)
David Marcel, a French winemaker, moved to Chile at age 22 looking for opportunity, and has been a major advocate for artisan winemaking in Chile. This wine is as natural as possible (minimal amounts of sulfur were added to stabilize the wine) using organic practices, and the vines are all around 60yrs old. Blackberry, cassis, and baking spices all make this a really attractive red for the Pinot Noir lover who wants to try something new.
Sangiovese Blend, Tenuta di Salviano "Turlo," — Lago di Corbara, Umbria, IT ($15 / $60)
Quick history lesson: the rise of the "Super Tuscans" in the 1980s involved blends from Tuscany that featured "unsanctioned," non-indigenous varietals such as Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. This brings us to this "Super Umbrian" - a Sangiovese dominant blend with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. I love this wine for its rusticity, firm textured tannins, attractive red/black fruit aromatics, and supple body. Important sidenote: the owners of this property are the Incisa della Rocchetta family, owners of legendary Sassicaia, who know a thing or two regarding red blends and Super Tuscans.
Cheers!
Paìs, J. Bouchon
Carignan, Viña Maitia
Sangiovese Blend, Tenuta di Salviano
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Do you have your tickets to the Not Your Mother’s Gin Dinner? July 31 • 6 pm • 7 courses paired with cocktails exploring Gins from around the world! $120 all in with taxes and gratuity - don’t miss out on this GINternational experience that takes you from the US to Europe, Australian and even Japan! 🔗 in bio for tickets #charlestonfood #chsevents #chstoday #charleston #charlestonfood #gin #gincocktails
{blistered snap peas} an absolute must if you’re dining with us tonight 🌻 sunflower purée, black pepper vinaigrette, radish, and a whole lotta pecorino romano. #chseats #charleston #charlestonfood #charlestonrestaurants #chsfoodie #eatdrinkchs #chstoday #chsfood #broadstreet #localproduce
NOT YOUR MOTHER'S GIN DINNER · July 31 · 7 courses featuring gins from around the world! 🔗 in bio for Tickets. Our 'Not Your Mother's Gin' Dinner will be an immersive and interactive dining experience that will explore gins from regions around the world, from South Africa to Italy and Australia. Each course will be presented with a uniquely crafted cocktail that elicits the flavor profiles of the featured gin, along with a gin sidecar (a tasting sample to the side) to experience its uninhibited essence. The Establishment’s Executive Chef Elliott Howells and Chief Mixologist, Ryan Wise have pushed the boundaries to create a 7-course menu that will take you on a total sensory experience. From English peas to Tasmanian pepper berry and lime leaf to pineapple, some of the very ingredients that makeup each gin may appear on your dish or in your glass.
This one’s for the team 🖤 It’s been 3 years since we re-opened our doors after COVID, and our success today is a testament to the resilience, support, and passion of our entire community. First and foremost, thank you to our incredible team. Your unwavering dedication to upholding our values is unparalleled. Day in and day out, you bring passion, commitment, and heart to everything you do. We’re not just running a business; we’re a family, and each one of you is a vital part of it. To our farmers, fishermen, purveyors, suppliers, and distributors, we extend our deepest gratitude. Your hard work and dedication behind the scenes are the backbone of our operation. You ensure we have the best ingredients and resources to create the wonderful experiences our guests cherish. And to our amazing guests and the Charleston community, thank you. Your support uplifts not just us, but the entire food and beverage community throughout Charleston. Every shared meal brings us closer together and makes us stronger. Here’s to many more years of great food, and even greater friendships. From Everyone at The Establishment, we’re honored to be part of your lives and look forward to continuing this incredible journey with you. Cheers 🖤
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We will be closed from Tuesday, July 2 - Thursday, July 4. Thank you for your support as our team takes much-deserved time off, and we'll see you Friday, July 5 🖤
Limited menu item this evening features a local medley of veggies from Jenkin’s Farm on Johns Island…harvested fresh and hand-delivered this morning from Sue Jenkins Crawford herself! • spoon tomatoes, mini eggplants, purple husk sweet corn, baby bell peppers, and jalapeños • #localproduce #johnsisland #johnsislandtomatoes #southcarolinafarmers #charlestonfood #chseatslocal @thesuecrawfordexperience