A bite of the Charleston Wine & Food Festival on a budget

Image by BB&T Charleston Wine & Food Festival The man behind the bottle...come out and be the sipper behind the glass.

A young winemaker, 29 year old Gianluca Garfoli represents the fifth generation of his family winery, Casa Vinicola Garofoli. The winery, located in the Marche region of Italy will be showcasing two red wines and one white variety, available from now until the BB&T Charleston Wine and Food Festival at Whole Foods Market.

Get a taste for yourself: Thursday, February 11th, from 5 to 9 p.m. when Muse, located at 82 Society Street, will offer a 3 course wine and tapas tasting, showcasing the Garofoli wines, for $15 per person. Call (843) 577-1102 to reserve your spot.

If you can't make it this week, check out Gianluca Garfoli during the festival at "Wine" Around the Garden, King Street Sip + Strill and the Bottle Signing Event.