3 Stellar Champagnes to Celebrate 2023
Counter’s wine director, Bill Cox, gave Maxim his recommendation for what champagne to pop on New Year’s.
Krug Grande Cuvée 169ème Édition
Speaking of Krug, this legendary bubbly brand is a can’t-miss choice for the priciest champagne on the list. “Undoubtedly the king of non-vintage Champagne, Krug is not a wine that everyone can afford to drink, but given the opportunity should absolutely try,” says Bill Cox, sommelier at Counter, one of the best new restaurants in Charlotte, North Carolina. “A fine mousse combined with complex malic fruit, nutty brioche, all wrapped up in chalky salinity, this will change how you think about Champagne.” $229
The pros weigh in on the biggest drink trends to watch for in 2023
That’s us! We’re the pros weighing in on the biggest drink trends to watch for in 2023! counter-’s own wine director, Bill Cox, had this to say about Cabernet Franc:
For Bill Cox, the wine director at Charlotte’s Counter, it’s all about a Bordeaux variety. “Cabernet Franc continues to get hotter and hotter, both domestically and abroad,” he says. “Because Cabernet Sauvignon is overplanted, winemakers have been replacing with Cab Franc so that there’s more inventory. Consumers are realizing it’s a delicious wine with a good price point.” Cox also believes Etna wines from Sicily will continue to rise in popularity. We tend to agree and love these volcanic offerings that are full of character.
The Charlotte restaurant where the food tells a story is now open in a new space
Fine dining aficionados and experimental foodies in Charlotte have been waiting for this news: Counter- and its sister restaurant, Biblio, are now open.
Season passes are already sold out, but you can make a reservation online.
“After the longest five months of delays in my life, and last minute ADA and electrical issues, Biblio and Counter- finally open,” Executive chef and owner Sam Hart posted on Facebook on Tuesday, Dec. 20.
Chef to push culinary envelope with latest restaurant in Charlotte
Chef Sam Hart is set to elevate fine dining in Charlotte.
His restaurant Counter- opens today in west Charlotte, ending months of construction-related delays. It is at 2001 W. Morehead St. and part of the Salt + Vinegar adaptive-reuse project.
New era of fine dining coming to Charlotte with the Opening of Counter-
A new era of fine dining is coming to Charlotte with the opening of Counter-. Led by Owner and Executive Chef Sam Hart, Counter- is an intimate, full-sensory restaurant experience featuring themed 10- and 14-course tasting menus. Chef Sam’s vision pushes the boundary on what creativity in the kitchen means, intertwining food, music, and art with menus that leave guests awestruck and inspired.
Chef Sam Hart looks to push culinary envelope with Counter- debut in west Charlotte
Chef Sam Hart is set to elevate fine dining in Charlotte. His restaurant Counter- opens Wednesday in west Charlotte, ending months of construction-related delays.
Carolinas Food Writers and Photographers Name Their Best Restaurant Meal of 2022
Nikki Miller-Ka, Eater Carolinas contributor, named counter- the best restaurant meal she had in 2022. She said
It was a transcendental experience that left my body, mind, and soul satisfied.
Fine Dining Concept Counter – Reopening in Charlotte, North Carolina
Counter- announced the reopening of its doors in its new home of Wesley Heights, ushering in a new era of fine dining in Queen City. Led by owner and chef Sam Hart, Counter- is an intimate, fully sensory dining experience with themed 10- and 14-course tasting menus. Chef Sam’s vision pushes the boundaries of what creativity in the kitchen means by blending food, music and art with menus that leave diners awestruck and inspired.