Page 4 - Angus Barn Wine List

The late Thad Eure Jr., who exemplified the
meaning of hospitality, saw great potential in

having a world class wine list which eventually

led to the Wine Cellar. When North Carolina

changed from a dry state in 1979 to “liquor by the

drink,” it was then that Thad’s instincts in

developing the wine list proved fortuitous for the Barn.

After Thad’s untimely death in 1988, Alice
and Van were challenged with completing Thad’s

dream of building a world-class wine cellar.

The coveted Wine Spectator’s Grand Award, won

in 1989, is the highest achievement a restaurant
can receive for its wine list. The award is given

annually to very few restaurants worldwide that

show an uncompromising devotion to the quality

of their wine program. These restaurants must

offer a minimum of 1600 selections and feature a
serious breadth of top wine producers, outstanding

depth of mature vintages, a selection of large

format bottles, excellent compatibility with the

restaurant menu and superior organization,

presentation and wine service.

Currently the Angus Barn holds 29 consecutive

Grand Awards that grace the hallway spiraling

down to what was once a cluttered basement

where wines were stored. Currently only 80 plus

restaurants throughout the world claim the

distinction of the Grand Award. In May of 1991,
we officially opened the 27,500 bottle wine cellar

with an accompanying dining room, Alice’s Room,

named in Alice’s memory. In 2007, the Cellar

expanded to include a 2nd dining room,

Thad’s Room, named in Thad’s memory and a
Wine Cellar Kitchen.

Please note vintages are subject to change - 2 -