CUSTOMSHOP fEATURING Bordeaux’s
COURTESY OF Monsieur Touton Selection, Ltd.
Come with us to the epicenter of the French wine world during this exploration of one of Bordeaux’s highest-ranking vintages - 2016! This multi-course dinner will be led by Baptiste Puyo - Bordeaux Grands Crus Classés Brand Ambassador for Monsieur Touton Selection, Ltd, a leading importer of French wines in the US.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, April 18
Time: 6:30 PM Arrival | 6:45 PM Dinner
Location: Customshop | 1601 Elizabeth Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28204
Special Guests: Baptiste Puyo - Bordeaux Grands Crus Classés Brand Ambassador - Monsieur Touton Selection, Ltd.
Executive Chef / Owner: Andres Kaifer
Tickets: $250/person plus tax
Gratuity is included in the ticket price, and $50 of each ticket is tax-deductible.
Must be 21+
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!
To be added to the waitlist, please email info@charlottewinenadfood.org.
Hosted by Charlotte Wine & Food Board Chairman Ariail Barker and Board Member Melissa Collins Brannan.
FEATURED WINES
Henri Dubois Champagne Brut
2020 Clémentin de Pape Clément Blanc
2016 Château Chauvin
2016 Château Grand-Puy Ducasse
2016 Château Prieuré-Lichine
2016 Château Lagrange
2016 Château Doisy-Védrines (Sauternes)
Featured wines will be available for purchase at the event from CW+F's local retail partner - The Wine Vault - Elizabeth.
MENU
WELCOME RECEPTION
Croquettes
Jamon Serrano, Manchego, Bechamel
Henri Dubois Champagne Brut
AMUSE
2016 Château Chauvin
FIRST COURSE
Tuna Crudo
Strawberry Ponzu, Kohlrabi, Watermelon Radish
2020 Clémentin de Pape Clément
SECOND COURSE
Pork Belly
Romesco, Charred Cabbage, Fennel, Pickled Celery
2016 Château Grand-Puy Ducasse
THIRD COURSE
Rohan Duck
Sour Cherry Demi, Sunchoke Purée, Walnut Crumble
2016 Château Prieuré-Lichine
FOURTH COURSE
Eye of Ribeye
Robuchon Potato, Pickled UGF Mushrooms, Truffle Demi
2016 Château Lagrange
DESSERT
Foie Gras Flan
Whipped Cream, Chocolate Crumble
2016 Château Doisy-Védrines
Dietary restrictions may be accommodated with advance notice. Please indicate any restrictions the event organizers should be aware of at time of your registration/ticket purchase. Alternatively, please email info@charlottewineandfood.org to notify us at minimum 5 days prior to the event.
CULINARY & BEVERAGE TALENT
ANDRES KAIFER | EXECUTIVE CHEF - CUSTOMSHOP HANDCRAFTED FOOD
Andres Kaifer was born and raised into the Spanish culture of food which has remained a key aspect and driving force in his life. From learning about food from his mother to his first restaurant job at age 15 to graduating from the Culinary Institute of America and cheffing across many fantastic restaurants, Andres has committed his life to make every food experience an incredible one.
Andres started in Miami, working in esteemed restaurants including Wish, Wynwood Kitchen and Bar, Area 31, then partnering on Beaker & Gray and Mason before being called to the rich ingredients that make NC food so unique. First landing in Durham, Andres brought life to the menus at The Durham Hotel, Crawford & Son (his most influential experience) and Vidrio before finding his way to Charlotte where he has worked diligently as the culinary director at Mac’s Hospitality Group, overseeing the vision and operations of all brands and locations.
In 2022, the opportunity arose to take over as Executive Chef and Owner of Charlotte's mainstay, Customshop, where he brought his culinary expertise, menu development, and all areas of restaurant operations and management. Since then, he has collaborated with Michelin Star Chef Michael Beltran, increased sales by 75%, and invested nearly $75,000 into renovations and rebuilding the brand into the fine dining, community-loved staple it is today.
BAPTISTE PUYO | BORDEAUX GRANDS CRUS CLASSÉS BRAND AMBASSADOR - MONSIEUR TOUTON SELECTION, LTD.
With 4 years of experience as sales manager at a property in the Médoc region, Baptiste developed a significant expertise in the field. His interest in wine led him to New York, where he served for over a year as a Brand Manager for one of the country's leading wine importer/distributor, Monsieur Touton Selection. Drawing on this international experience, he subsequently spent 3 years at a major Bordeaux negociant specializing in Grand Cru Classé wines. He then on-boarded again at Monsieur Touton Selection as a Brand Ambassador, specializing in the distribution of Grand Cru Classé wines, showcasing his dedication through meticulous attention to detail, strategic planning, and adaptability.
THANK YOU TO OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR!
