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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 -