Wick & Wine— Caribbean Heritage Edition
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June 28, 2026 Brandon, FL
Experience Overview
At SX Haus, we believe some of our strongest memories are tied to what we smell, taste, and hear.
For Caribbean Heritage Month, guests gathered to create custom candles inspired by the fragrances of the islands while enjoying a curated tasting of wines selected to complement the warmth, vibrancy, and diversity of Caribbean culture.
Throughout the evening, we explored how aroma shapes memory, how music influences perception, and how wine can become a bridge between people, stories, and traditions.
Featured Wines
Patio Pounder Vinho Verde
Patio Pounder
Vinho Verde, Portugal
Style: Crisp White Wine
Varietals: 50% Loureiro, 40% Fernão Pires, and 10% Arinto.
Tasting Notes
Lime zest, green apple, white peach, citrus blossom, and fresh herbs. Light-bodied with bright acidity and a refreshing finish.
Why It Was Selected
This wine embodies the feeling of a Caribbean afternoon, bright sunshine, ocean breeze, and effortless joy. Its refreshing acidity and light body made it the perfect welcome wine as guests settled into the experience.
Food Pairing: grilled shrimp, oysters, and calamari, enhancing its acidity and minerality. Light salads with citrus vinaigrette or goat cheese, pasta dishes complement its crispness. Fresh cheeses, such as feta and mild blue cheeses, contrast nicely with the wine's acidity. Its refreshing character also makes it an excellent match for spicy Asian or Mexican cuisine.
Candle Inspiration
Lime • Sea Salt • Lemongrass
Music Pairing
🎵 Essence — Essence
Protea, Chenin Blanc
Protea Chenin Blanc
Western Cape, South Africa
Varietal: Chenin Blanc
Tasting Notes
Yellow apple, pear, pineapple, quince, honeysuckle, and citrus with subtle floral notes. Medium-bodied with bright acidity and a clean finish.
Why It Was Selected
South Africa and the Caribbean share deep historical and cultural connections through the African diaspora. This wine offered richness and texture while honoring the broader story of Black excellence and winemaking around the world.
Candle Inspiration
Mango • Pineapple • Hibiscus
Pairing Notes
Jerk chicken, grilled seafood, tropical fruit, and aged cheeses.
Music Pairing
🎵 Golden — Jill Scott
Tuí, Rosé, Provence, France
Tuí Rosé
Provence, France
Style: Dry Rosé
Varietal: Merlot, Caladoc
Tasting Notes
Color: A very pale, bright summer-pink.
Aroma: An inviting bouquet of peach and verbena.
Palate:Wild strawberry, Watermelon, rose petal, raspberry, and pink grapefruit. Crisp and refreshing with lively acidity.
Why It Was Selected
Rosé brings an energy of celebration. Vibrant and expressive, it mirrors the color, music, and joy often associated with Caribbean festivals and gatherings.
Candle Inspiration
Guava • Watermelon • Rose
Pairing Notes
Charcuterie, grilled vegetables, shrimp skewers, and summer salads.
Music Pairing
🎵 Get You — Daniel Caesar
Heartlant, 2018, Shiraz
Heartland Shiraz 2018
Australia
Varietal: Shiraz
Tasting Notes
Blackberry, plum, black cherry, cocoa, black pepper, and baking spice. Full-bodied with velvety tannins and a long finish.
Why It Was Selected
The final wine of the evening was chosen for depth and reflection. Rich and layered, it invited guests to slow down and appreciate how both wine and culture are shaped by history, resilience, and time.
Candle Inspiration
Vanilla Bean • Tobacco Leaf • Cedarwood
Pairing Notes
Braised meats, barbecue, smoked dishes, dark chocolate, and aged cheeses.
Music Pairing
🎵 Redbone — Childish Gambino
Featured Playlist
Sommelier's Reflection
Wine and fragrance have more in common than most people realize. Both begin as an aroma. Both have the power to transport us. For Caribbean Heritage Month, we wanted to create a space where guests could explore memory through scent, community through conversation, and culture through a shared glass of wine.
— Jessica Khouri, SX Haus
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