Share 'Displaying chocolates on granite vs. candy case'

The new trend in some chocolate shops appears to be forgoing the traditional temp controlled candy case and using a granite countertop (with glass or plexiglass barriers) and small plates for displaying truffles and chocolates.   Can anyone give some info on this from their own experience?  I am assuming that the truffles, especially ones without preservatives, would have to be removed and stored…