12 Grapes of Christmas

December 12, 2026 | Carolina Hall at The Carolina Hotel

Celebrate the holiday season with an exceptional culinary and wine experience at The Carolina Hotel. Explore six chef-crafted tasting stations featuring twelve exceptional wines from renowned wine regions around the world, thoughtfully paired with seasonal, holiday-inspired cuisine.

Guests are invited to explore the stations at their own pace, discovering distinctive wines and creative culinary pairings throughout the evening.

Event Details

• Location: Carolina Hall at The Carolina Hotel
• Doors Open: 6:30 p.m.
• Recommended Arrival: By 7:30 p.m. to enjoy the full tasting experience
• Event Hours: 6:30–8:30 p.m. approximately
• Age Requirement: 21 and older
• Price: $130 per person (Including tax and service charge)

 

The Menu

Station 1

Wines

• Jermann Pinot Grigio | Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
• You Had Me at Hell No Merlot | California

Crispy Pork Belly with Roasted Apple & Fennel

Apple Butter, Shaved Fennel, Sage, Toasted Brioche

Station 2

Wines

• Matanzas Creek Chenin Blanc | Sonoma, California
• Tenuta di Arceno Chianti Classico | Tuscany, Italy

Roasted Winter Squash Arancino

Rosemary-Whipped Fontina, Citrus Gremolata

Station 3

Wines

• Squealing Pig Sauvignon Blanc | Marlborough, New Zealand
• Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz | South Australia

Coriander-Crusted Chicken Thigh Spiedini

Lemon Yogurt, Mint, Black Pepper

Station 4

Wines

• Belle Glos Oeil de Perdrix Rosé | Sonoma, California
• Boen Russian River Pinot Noir | Russian River Valley, California

Duck Confit & Cranberry Tartlet

Celeriac Cream, Cranberry-Ginger Relish, Frizzled Thyme

Station 5

Wines

• Lingua Franca Avni Chardonnay | Willamette Valley, Oregon
• Harvey & Harriet Cabernet Sauvignon | Paso Robles, California

Beef Tenderloin & Wild Mushroom Potato Pavé

Comté Cream, Melted Shallot, Chive

Station 6

Wines

• Mumm Cuvée M | Napa Valley, California
• Ceretto Moscato d’Asti | Piedmont, Italy

Vanilla-Poached Pear & Brown Butter Financier

Mascarpone Cream, Orange Zest, Toasted Almond

Location

Carolina Hall (Carolina Hotel)