Monday, December 27, 2010

WOW: Wine of the Week!

WOW: Wine of the Week

Ring in 2011 with a Riedel!


With 201Riedel Tasting1 just days away, Uncorked turns our attention to a once in a lifetime experience that we will be hosting in 2011.  Uncorked Wine Consulting (UWC) announces a partnership with Maximilian “Max” Riedel, CEO of Riedel Crystal of America, that will bring the 11th generation Glassware Pioneer to Charlotte, North Carolina for a signature glass tasting. Max is the designer of the globally successful “O” line and two of the best selling decanter designs. Max will lead guests through a four-wine glass tasting with the Riedel Vinum XL Series.

Riedel Wine Glass Tasting with Max Riedel

Ensure that you are a part of this experience for 2011!  The cost of the tasting is $125 per person and will be hosted at Charlotte’s Uptown Marriott. Guests hosted by Uncorked and Max Riedel.  The event is slated for Friday, February 18, 2011 from 6:30-8:30pm and is limited to the first 130 respondents. Additional glassware and wines will be available at reduced prices to attendees.  Price of Admission ($125 per person) Includes:
  • 1 Adult Admission to Riedel Wine Glass Tasting hosted by Uncorked and Max Riedel
  • 1 Riedel Vinum XL Series Tasting Kit (glassware to include: Sauvignon Blanc, White Burgundy, Red Burgundy and Red Bordeaux). Retail Value: $125.00
  • Hand-picked wine selections specific to the glassware
  • Reception with light hors d'oeuvres following the tasting, Cash bar

Monday, December 20, 2010

WOW: Wine of the Week--NYE 2010!

WOW: Wine of the Week

New Year's Eve 2010...Just 10 days away!

Bollinger Champagne
While still not considered a wine for all occasions, most Americans will concede that  Champagnes and Sparkling Wines are the way to celebrate and mark an occasion.  All eyes turn to New Year's Eve 2010...just 10 days from NOW!  What bubbly will you celebrate with?!

Uncorked has Champagne and Sparkling wines to fit every palate and every budget.

Ordering this week will ensure delivery just in time to ring in the New Year.  Our suggested resolution:  Try MORE wines!

With Christmas just 5 days away, Uncorked can still help with holiday deliveries and last minute ideas.

Visit the "Hostess Gifts" Section of the website find the perfect holiday gifts for every budget. Our most popular items have been:

"Santa's Helper" Gift Box

This two bottle gift box is perfect as a hostess gift, client appreciation gift or a gift for the Wine Lover in your life.  Priced at just $25.00 and beautifully gift wrapped in Uncorked's Signature Gift Box. It contains two selections from the Cameron Hughes Portfolio:
Cameron Hughes "Lot 145" Chardonnay 2008 and Cameron Hughes "Lot 114" Zinfandel 2007.
"Santa's Stash" Gift Box

This two bottle gift box is a true luxury gift as a hostess gift, client appreciation gift or a gift for the Wine Lover in your life.  Priced at just $50.00 and beautifully gift wrapped in Uncorked's Signature Gift Box.
It contains:
Entate Chardonnay 2009 and Dry Creek Vineyards Cabernet 2007.

Monday, December 13, 2010

WOW: Wine of the Week--Perfect Holiday Gifts!

With Christmas Riedel Tastingjust 12 days away all attention has shifted to ensuring that you have the perfect gift for that special someone in your life.

Uncorked can make this INCREDIBLY easy for you!

Visit the WOW: Wine of the Week section of our website to find the perfect holiday gifts for every budget.

"Santa's Helper" Gift Box

This two bottle gift box is perfect as a hostess gift, client appreciation gift or a gift for the Wine Lover in your life.  Priced at just $25.00 and beautifully gift wrapped in Uncorked's Signature Gift Box. It contains two selections from the Cameron Hughes Portfolio:
Cameron Hughes "Lot 145" Chardonnay 2008 and Cameron Hughes "Lot 114" Zinfandel 2007.
"Santa's Stash" Gift Box

This two bottle gift box is a true luxury gift as a hostess gift, client appreciation gift or a gift for the Wine Lover in your life.  Priced at just $50.00 and beautifully gift wrapped in Uncorked's Signature Gift Box.
It contains:
Entate Chardonnay 2009 and Dry Creek Vineyards Cabernet 2007.

Riedel Wine Glass Tasting with Max Riedel

Give the gift of an experience!  Uncorked announced a partnership with Maximilian “Max” Riedel, CEO of Riedel Crystal of America, that will bring the 11th generation Glassware Pioneer to Charlotte, North Carolina for a signature glass tasting. Max is the designer of the globally successful “O” line and two of the best selling decanter designs. Max will lead guests through a four-wine glass tasting with the Riedel Vinum XL Series.  Price of Admission ($125 per person) Includes:
  • 1 Adult Admission to Riedel Wine Glass Tasting hosted by Uncorked and Max Riedel
  • 1 Riedel Vinum XL Series Tasting Kit (glassware to include: Sauvignon Blanc, White Burgundy, Red Burgundy and Red Bordeaux). Retail Value: $125.00
  • Hand-picked wine selections specific to the glassware
  • Reception with light hors d'oeuvres following the tasting, Cash bar

Monday, December 6, 2010

WOW: Wine of the Week--Gainey Pinot Noir

WOW: Wine of the Week

Gainey Vineyard Pinot Noir 2006

Gainey Vineyard Pinot Noir 2006
Special Price: $15.75 (Save $12.25)

Almost half for for this 90-point California Pinot Noir!  How did Uncorked do it?!  That is our secret!

Here's the catch:  There are ONLY 6 cases available.  And, at this price, you should be buying this wine by the case!  A California Pinot Noir for under $20.00?!  Unheard of!

Reviews
"On par with the beautiful '05s, Gainey's 2006 Pinot Noir shows the crisp structure and delicious flavors that Santa Rita Hills so often brings to Pinot Noir.  it's dynamic in cherry, currant, root beer, vanilla and spice flavors, wrapped into a silky mouthfeel." - 90, Wine Enthusiast
Tasting Notes
"Our 2006 Pinot Noir is a worthy successor to the much-praised 2005, which garnered a bevy of sobriquets from leading wine critics. Like 2005, 2006 was a cool growing season in the Santa Rita Hills, with an extended harvest period that allowed our Pinot Noir grapes to attain an ideal balance of sugar and acidity. Perhaps even more focused and concentrated than its predecessor, the 2006 is classically styled, with fresh, pure fruit, bright acidity and succulent, perfectly balanced flavors of red raspberries and Bing cherries accented by alluring Asian spice tones. Beautifully structured, with firm, supple tannins, its delicious red fruit and savory spice flavors are expertly framed by subtle French oak tones." - Winemaker Notes

Monday, November 29, 2010

Cyber Monday Coupon Code!

Cyber Monday Specials

Cyber Monday Code: "thankful"

Back at work?!  ShopUncorked.com knows that the last thing on your mind is working!  You're reliving your Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend and looking ahead to all of the holiday gatherings that await you in the next four weeks.  That is why ShopUncorked.com has extended our Black Friday Coupon Code!   'Tis the day for online shopping and that is what Uncorked does best! 

Simply input "thankful" into the coupon code when checking out on our website and save 15% for one final day!

Stock up on your favorite holiday wines, hostess gifts and everyday favorites with 15% off of ShopUncorked.com's already LOW prices!

Are you local to Charlotte, North Carolina?!  Our site offers a "local delivery" option for a flat rate of $15 for all the wine that you can order!

Between our "thankful" coupon code and our local delivery option, what more could you want?!

Remember to visit often as more products are added daily!

Monday, November 22, 2010

www.ShopUncorked is all NEW!

Top Wines of the Week (WOW) from Uncorked
Week of November 22, 2010
 
3 days until Thanksgiving 
33 days until Christmas 
39 days until New Year's Eve 2011
 
This truly is a week to be THANKFUL!  Uncorked is forgoing our usual feature of a wine this week to proudly announce that our NEW, more intuitive and more-easily navigated website is now up and running!
 
It's still the same address:  www.ShopUncorked.com, but now it is more interactive with tasting notes, reviews and food pairings AND...Uncorked clients now have the ability to share their favorite wines on a variety of Social Media Outlets!
 
But wait...there's MORE!  You, loyal Uncorked Clients, are the first to receive our coupon codes for the new website!  For your first order from the site, simply enter "uncorked" at check out and receive 10% off your first order-Now through the end of November.  Stay tuned for our special promotion for Black Friday as well!
 
TODAY is also your last day to place your order for your "Give Thanks" Holiday Gift Box to compliment your big day! 
 
***Please note, all orders for "Give Thanks" boxes must be placed by Monday, November 22nd for guaranteed delivery on or before Thanksgiving Day.***
 
Uncorked will be closed Wednesday, November 24th through Sunday, November 28th, 2010 in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.
 
Cheers!
Courtney

Monday, November 8, 2010

Wine of the Week: "Give Thanks" Holiday Gift Boxes

Top Wines of the Week (WOW) from Uncorked
Week of November 8, 2010
 
17 days until Thanksgiving 
47 days until Christmas 
53 days until New Year's Eve 2011
 
It is unfortunate that we do not express our thankfulness on a monthly, daily, hourly basis, but rather the focus is on one particular time of year.  So...in the spirit of Thanksgiving, Uncorked would like to extend a BIG "Thank You" to our clients over the last 2½ years.  Without you, Uncorked would not be a reality for us!  You have opened your cellars and your minds to our concept...and for that, we will be eternally thankful. 
 
We have added a monthly wine tasting to express our gratitude.  This month, our WOW: Wine on Wednesday will be on November 17th at Savannah Red in the Charlotte Marriott Uptown.  For more information on that tasting, please view our Facebook page. 
 
This week Uncorked is featuring our "Give Thanks" Holiday Gift box.  Our "Give Thanks" box will take you from appetizers to turkey on Thanksgiving Day.  Featured inside this two bottle gift box is:
 
Conde De Subirat Cava Rose NV, a wonderful Rose sparkling from Spain and Ramsay Pinot Noir 2008 from the North Coast, California.  Retail cost for these two wines alone is well over $35.99, get both WITH Uncorked's Signature Gift Box packaging for just $29.99!
 
***Please note, all orders for "Give Thanks" boxes must be placed by Monday, November 22nd for guaranteed delivery on or before Thanksgiving Day.***
 
Uncorked will be closed Wednesday, November 24th through Sunday, November 28th, 2010 in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.
 
Thank you again for your support! 
 
Cheers!
Courtney


Monday, November 1, 2010

WOW: "Chicken" Pinot Noir!

Top Wine of the Week (WOW) from Uncorked
Week of November 1, 2010
 
Uncorked is just days away from launching our new website!  The newly designed and reformatted site will make it easier for you to order and send wine for yourself or family, friends, colleagues or clients.  Our new site will feature gift boxes for every budget and every occasion.  Uncorked will also be posting all events on the site for your convenience.   You'll even be able to share your favorite wines from Uncorked on Facebook and other Social Media sites!  The best is yet to come!  
 
Featured this week is another Uncorked best kept secret!  New to North Carolina for distribution is Chicken Pinot Noir 2009!  It is one of a series of wines named to help you quite literally pair your food with your wine...or is it your wine with your food?!  At any rate, this Pinot Noir is perfect to enjoy with your poultry dishes.
 
Make "Chicken" your choice for your Turkey this year if you'd like, just don't confuse your guests!
 
Next week we will feature the Uncorked Thanksgiving Day and Holiday Gift Boxes to suit every budget and need.
  
Click through to WOW website page for the tasting notes and pricing for Chicken Pinot Noir.
 
Cheers!
Courtney

Monday, October 25, 2010

WOW: Piping Shrike Shiraz

Top Wine of the Week (WOW) from Uncorked
Week of October 25, 2010
 
As the days get shorter and the chill in the air is more pronounced, it rouses a desire for heavier, heartier wines.  Thankfully there are wines like our featured WOW to fill just this need. 
 
This week Uncorked is excited to highlight Piping Shrike Shiraz 2008 from our friends down under.  This Australian Shiraz is a tremendous value with HIGH ratings!  Garnering attention from both Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate (89 points) and Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (90 points), this wine is a new favorite here at Uncorked.
 
Uncorked is pleased to announce that our NEW online site will be unveiled on or before November 1st.  In addition, stayed tuned in the next couple of weeks for featured Thanksgiving Day and Holiday Gift Boxes to suit every budget and need.
 
Buy it up NOW!  This is 100% Shiraz that will guarantee 100% satisfaction.
 
Click through to WOW website page for the tasting notes and pricing for Piping Shrike Shiraz.
 
Cheers!
Courtney

Monday, October 18, 2010

WOW: Argyle Pinot Noir!

Top Wine of the Week (WOW) from Uncorked
Week of October 18, 2010
 
Mark your calendars NOW!  Our next Wine on Wednesday Series is only 2 days away; will be on Wednesday, October 20, 2010 at Upstream in SouthPark.  If you have not already RSVP'd for this tasting...do so quickly!  If you wish to be on our Evite list, please respond accordingly to this email.  OR RSVP on Facebook!  We will be focusing on selections from Executive Wine Distributor's Washington portfolio.
 
This week Uncorked VERY pleased to bring HIGH value wine with a recently lowered price to our clients!  Argyle has quickly becoming a household name and is synonymous with quality Oregon Pinot Noir.
 
Recently rated 90 points by Wine Spectator, the 2008 Argyle Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley has been reduced by over 30%!  Regularly priced at 35.50, Uncorked is ecstatic to offer this 90 point Pinot Noir for just 21.00!
 
Buy it up NOW!  Plan on giving this wine away as holiday gifts or to have it as your Thanksgiving Turkey accompaniment!
 
Click through to WOW website page for the tasting notes and pricing for Argyle Pinot Noir.
 
Cheers!
Courtney

Monday, October 11, 2010

Wine of the Week..."The Quarterback" Red! Make this a part of your game-day tradition!

Top Wine of the Week (WOW) from Uncorked
Week of October 11, 2010
 
It's official!  It's Football Season!  What better way to show your support and love of the sport than to drink a wine from De Lisio affectionately named "The Quarterback" Red?!
 
"The Quarterback" Red Blend originates from McClaren Vale...not typically a region known for Football.  Luckily for wine drinkers, this is a well known region for FABULOUS red wine!  This Blend is comprised of 30% Cabernet, 27% Merlot, 26% Shiraz, and 17% Grenache. 
 
There are very few Australian wines that can boast 4 varieties deliberately blended together to achieve a wine that tastes so complete.  It is aptly named as the four varieties are in approximately equal proportions.  And if you need ONE MORE reason to take a chance on this wine, it's recent 90 point rating from Wine Advocate is helpful:
 
"Last year I was shown four De Lisio wines, this year only the entry level 2007 Quarterback, a sign of the times in a microcosm. The wine is a blend of 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 26% Shiraz, and 17% Grenache aged for 15 months in seasoned French oak. Dark ruby in color, it delivers an enticing bouquet of floral notes, spice box, black cherry, and blueberry. Full-bodied, ripe, and sweetly-fruited on the palate, it manages to retain a sense of elegance. This lengthy blend has enough structure to evolve for 1-2 years but there is no reason to delay your gratification. It is also an excellent value."
 
Click through to the WOW website page to easily make this your new Saturday or Sunday staple! 
 
Cheers!
Courtney

Monday, October 4, 2010

Wine of the Week...Over the Edge Pinot Noir!

Top Wine of the Week (WOW) from Uncorked
Week of October 4, 2010
 
While Uncorked always brings value...this week Uncorked is featuring a Pinot Noir that should be bought by the case, not the bottle!  BUT-Just as a reminder and as a convenience to our clients, there is no minimum with Uncorked!
 
This Pinot Noir has Uncorked "Over the Edge."  Pun intended.  Over the Edge Pinot Noir 2009 is sourced from New Zealand and it under 15.00 per bottle!
 
Typically lower priced Pinot Noirs err on the acidic side.  Over the Edge really over delivers for the price.  This is a perfectly priced Pinot Noir to usher in the Fall.  Drink this wine easily Monday through Friday, especially at this price point.  Or use this wine to pour for a large gathering or party!
 
Click through to WOW website page for the tasting notes and pricing for Over the Edge Pinot Noir.
 
Cheers!
Courtney

Monday, September 27, 2010

WOW: Wine of the Week...Decero Malbec!

Top Wine of the Week (WOW) from Uncorked
Week of September 27, 2010
 
The last couple of weeks have been VERY busy for Uncorked!  At our WOW: Wine on Wednesday, with APB Beverages we featured four of the wines from their portfolio.  The featured wines were: Castello Monte Vibiano "Declaves" Brut NV, Castello Monte Vibiano Rosso 2006, Castello Monte Vibiano MonVi 2004, and Castello Monte Vibiano L'Andrea 2003.  Have any interest in these products?!  Please visit our site for tasting notes and pricing on these products!

It was wonderful to see all of the Uncorked clients...new and established...there to partake in our monthly complimentary wine tasting, complete with appetizers!  Wine on Wednesday is the perfect way to celebrate the mid-week completion on a month basis!  If you have not yet been, make an effort next month.  We'll give you plenty of notice and can promise that you'll have a good time!
 
This week, much like last, Uncorked is featuring a value priced wine that may very well be a new name to you.  Decero Malbec.  This is a single-vineyard Malbec for under 20.00 per bottle!
 
This is an 89 point rated wine from Wine Spectator and a best-buy as far as Uncorked is concerned.  This wine is perfect for red wine drinkers that are looking for something different.  Uncorked would characterize this wine as a "Starter-Malbec."  It exhibits a number of hallmarks of traditional Malbecs but without the high-alcohol content feel (the burning sensation most people do not like about Malbec). 
 
With its limited retail exposure and low price, this is the perfect wine to buy as holiday gifts or hostess gifts for upcoming holiday parties.
 
As always, Uncorked has no minimums-order just one bottle if you'd like-but this is a wine that we are sure you'll love by the case!  Click through to WOW website page for the tasting notes and review from Wine Spectator on this wonderful Malbec.
 
Cheers!
Courtney

Monday, September 20, 2010

WOW: Wine of the Week...Frog's Leap!

Top Wines of the Week (WOW) from Uncorked
Week of September 20, 2010
Featured Winery: Frog's Leap, Rutherford
 
It won't be long now and Uncorked will turn our focus to NEW releases!  Ahh...one of our favorite times of year!  Continue to watch the site for regular updates as well as our weekly WOW's: Wine of the Week for new releases and GREAT close-out deals!
 
This week though, we turn our attention to one cute little frog, the ambassador for Frog's Leap Winery in Rutherford.  Touring Frog's Leap was a REAL education on just what a difference one winery can make!  Frog's Leap is home amongst 130 acres of vineyards in Rutherford at THE historic Red Barn.  The Red Barn was built in 1884 as the Adamson Winery and finally renovated in 1994 as Frog's Leap's permanent home.  The building itself is quite a marvel housing all of their barrels and serving as an overlook on the vineyards and an impromptu tasting room if necessary.  
 
 
 
While many recognize the now famous Frog's Leap Logo, few know that the property was an actual Frog Farm.  What do we LOVE about Frog's Leap?!  Their determined, unrelenting, take-no-prisoners Mission Statement:  "Frog's Leap will make a difference."  Frog's Leap farms organically, erected a LEED certified tasting room and hospitality center in 2005 and they continue to be protectors and defenders of the one thing we all have in common-our Earth. 
 
While the day we visited Frog's Leap was plagued with clouds and rain, it was easy to see the care that has been taken to protect the land and indirectly the fruit that they are harvesting.  The rain brought out many helpful snails that we were careful not to disturb on our tour.  While "organic" is all the rage in wine now (shiny stickers are found on almost EVERY bottle now!), Frog's Leap's commitment is genuine and will endure.
 
Think that Frog's Leap may just be boring tree-huggers?!  Not so...currently they are working on a program to bring wine kegs to the market.  You heard it here first.  Keep your eyes on Frog's Leap!
 
Their website is a wealth of information AND fun to read through.  Bored at the office?  Head to their home page and help the Frog catch some flies!  The Frog's Leap wines jumped right into our hearts as we hope that they do yours.
 
To view all of the wines distributed by Frog's Leap Winery, please visit our "Wines of the Week" at www.ShopUncorked.com
 
Cheers!
Courtney

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Domaine Faiveley Burgundy Tasting--Sunday, October 3, 2010


Please join Uncorked Wine Consulting at

Dolcetto Wine Room
4625 Piedmont Row Drive Suite 115 D
Charlotte, North Carolina 28210

for a wine tasting hosted by
Duane Rose of Wilson Daniels

This intimate* tasting will feature 16
selections from the Domaine Faiveley 2006 and 2007 portfolio, 2008 presale available and light hors d’oeuvres

Featured wines will include:
Meursault 1er Cru
Montagny Blanc
Gevrey-Chambertin
Nuits Saint Georges

Sunday, October 3, 2010 
4:00-6:00pm
$20 per person**

Please RSVP to Courtney Ellis: 704.648.6728
*Tasting limited to first 48 clients to respond.
**Tasting fee will be credited toward purchases at tasting.
 

Monday, September 13, 2010

Wine of the Week: Abudance Old Vines Zinfandel!

Top Wine of the Week (WOW) from Uncorked
Week of September 13, 2010
 
Uncorked is FULL of limited opportunities!  We have another AMAZING deal for our clients!  Although, please take note of the key word "LIMITED" as it relates to this offer. 
 
One of our North Carolina distributors has just committed to a LARGE buy-in of Abundance Old Vines Zinfandel 2005.
 
Here are some of the highlights of the wine:  The palate is sound and sturdy with light notes of black currant and rhubarb berry pie.  There are lightly toasted tannins that frame a well balanced, sturdy wine with moderate alcohol with a lengthy finish.  Known as the quintessential Barbeque wine, this Zinfandel is sure to please into the Fall and Winter months.
 
Previously this wine has had a retail tag of 14.99 per bottle.  For a VERY limited time (first come, first serve people!) the Uncorked price for this wine is just 10.50 per bottle!  The special price and unyielding quality of this wine should well establish Abundance Zinfandel as an everyday favorite!
 
REMINDER:  THIS Wednesday (2-days from RIGHT now!) is our WOW: Wine on Wednesday!  This month Uncorked clients are invading The Residence in Southpark.  Join us on the 6th Floor overlooking Southpark to taste four wines from the portfolio of APB Beverages!  The WOW Tasting is an informal tasting from 4:30-7:30pm, stop in and celebrate the middle of the week with FREE wine and appetizers!  Our tasting is sponsored by MyCruiseOutlet.com.  Connect to their site to see how YOU could cruise with Uncorked in May 2011!
 
Check out our WOW website page for more information about Abundance Old Vines Zinfandel.
 
Cheers!
Courtney

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Sunday, September 12, 2010

WOW: Wine on Wednesday Series with Uncorked!


What:      Wine on Wednesday (WOW) Series 2010

Where:    The Residence, South Park 
                6th Floor Lounge
               4300 Sharon Road
               Charlotte, North Carolina  28211

Date: Wednesday, September 15,  4:30-7:30pm

Why:  Because who doesn’t like FREE wine and appetizers?!  Come, sample the wines, find some you like and purchase them at discounted prices!

Sampling Wines:
Castello Monte Vibiano “Delcaves” Brut NV
Castello Monte Vibiano Rosso 2006
Castello Monte Vibiano MonVi 2004
Castello Monte Vibiano L’Andrea 2003