Monday, November 28, 2011

WOW: Cyber Monday

Cyber Monday Code: "thankful"

Cyber Monday 2011
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?!
Visit often as new products are added daily! Look for the addition of these products:
  • Duval Leroy Champagnes
  • Lo Duca
  • Wine to Water Project
  • Adobe Road
  • Roederer Estate

Monday, November 21, 2011

WOW: Black Friday Specials!

Black Friday Specials

Black Friday Code: "thankful"

ShopUncorked.com is truly thankful for all of our clients, both new and existing in 2011!  To encourage online shopping, ShopUncorked.com is offering a special one-day only Black ThankfulFriday Coupon Code.

Simply input "thankful" into the coupon code when checking out on our website and save 15% on Black Friday!  That is 15% off of our already LOWER retail pricing.  And rest assured that we'll be busy over the next couple of days adding new products to the site for your purchasing pleasure!

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

Remember, if you are local to Charlotte, North Carolina we have a special delivery option for you!  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?!
Holiday Gift Boxes announced MONDAY, 11/28!

Monday, November 14, 2011

WOW: 2011 Final Tasting, Montes Special Fall Pricing

WOW: Wine of the Week


2011 Final Tasting, Montes Special Fall Pricing

Upcoming Wine Tasting...Mark Your Calendar!

This Wednesday, 11/16 is the final free tasting of 2011 for Uncorked.  Make plans to join us to taste the wonderful wines below.  Our Q4 WOW: Wine on Wednesday is just two (2) days away!  Click on the link and RSVP today!

Save the DatesQ4 WOW: Wine on Wednesday
When: Wednesday, November 16th
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Place: The Residence, Southpark
Wine Selections:
Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noir N/V
Chablisienne St. Bris Sauvignon Blanc 2010
Shelton Riesling 2009
Duckhorn Decoy Chardonnay 2009
Roncier Pinot Noir N/V
Writer's Block Petite Sirah 2008
Rock & Vine Cabernet 2009

 

Montes Special Fall Pricing!

Montes Portfolio
Uncorked's favorite time of year:  Fall!   This is the season for new releases and holiday deals on our favorite wines.  The only way to heighten our enjoyment of this special time of year is to pass the savings along to our clients.

Two weeks ago, we had the pleasure of meeting with and tasting through the wine selections from Aurelio Montes and his distinctive Chilean, Argentine and California portfolio in Charlotte, North Carolina.  The tasting was lead by Aurelio and it was a unique opportunity to taste the Montes, Kaiken and Californian wines side by side.  

Aurelio Montes

"Chairman and Winemaker. Head Winemaker with over 25 years experience at the Undurraga and San Pedro wineries. An extensively traveled man. In 1995, his colleagues granted him the "Chilean Winemaker of the Year" award. The SNA (National Agriculture Association) named him "Personality of the Year 2002”, and honor directly bestowed by the President of Chile. He has been a Wine Consultant for Fundación Chile (a Foundation created by ITT and the Chilean Government), for Casa Lapostolle, Echeverría, Santa Inés, San Carlos, Pisco Capel, amongst others. Our wines are proudly named after him: MONTES. Aurelio Montes is broadly renown by top trade magazines as the finest or one of the finest winemakers in Chile. In the 80`s and 90`s, his leadership brought a revolution to quality standards and his insight the discovery of the affluent Apalta and Marchigüe valleys, and the innovation of slope plantations. He is an Emeritus Member of the Chilean Wine Guild." - Winery Notes

We were pleased to find that despite all of his accolades and successes that Aurelio was warm, energetic, engaging, but most of all - funny!  The tasting was a delight.  Learning about his personal wine journey and the nuances of each project was enlightening and provided a deeper respect for both the man and the products.  Uncorked looks forward to supporting these quality products for years to come! 

New Montes, Kaiken, Napa and Star Angel Selections

Visit our WOW: Wine of the Week section on the website to see all of the new additions from Aurelio Montes' portfolio:
Montes Limited Selection "Leyda" Sauvignon Blanc 2010
Montes Alpha Chardonnay 2008
Montes Malbec 2010
Montes Alpha Cabernet 2009
Montes Alpha Syrah 2008
Kaiken Malbec 2010
Kaiken Cabernet Ultra 2008
Napa Angel "Aurelio's Selection" Cabernet 2007
Star Angel "Aurelio's Selection" Syrah 2007

Monday, November 7, 2011

WOW: Q4 Wine on Wednesday...Save the Date!

WOW: Wine of the Week


FREE Wine Tastings and VCP Pre-Order

Upcoming Wine Tasting...Mark Your Calendar!

THANK YOU to all of the clients that came out to enjoy our Pre-Holiday Wine Show at Gorgeous Glo on Saturday!  It was a wonderful tasting and here are your raffle winners: Jeffery Peters, Amy Sullivan and Swooz Brazzell.

Mark your calendar for the following date.  You will want to remember that this is the FINALLY tasting of 2011 with Uncorked!  Our Q4 WOW: Wine on Wednesday is just nine (9) days away!  Click on the link and RSVP today!



Save the DatesQ4 WOW: Wine on Wednesday
When: Wednesday, November 16th
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Place: The Residence, Southpark
Wine Selections:
Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noir N/V
Chablisienne St. Bris Sauvignon Blanc 2010
Shelton Riesling 2009
Duckhorn Decoy Chardonnay 2009
Roncier Pinot Noir N/V
Writer's Block Petite Sirah 2008
Rock & Vine Cabernet 2009

 

VCP Pre-Order Pricing Through November 11!

Veuve Clicquot Yellow LabelTis' the season for holiday deals!  Twice this season Uncorked is pleased to announce holiday pre-order pricing for Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut.  Any VCP ordered between now and Friday, November 11 will be at reduced pricing.  Wine will ship on Tuesday, November 15.  Order today and save on this household favorite!

Product Description

The House was founded by Philippe Clicquot in 1772. Since its inception, Veuve Clicquot has been a specialist in Champagnes based on Pinot Noir, especially Rosé. In 1803, François Clicquot was married to Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin. Madame Clicquot was widowed just two years later. Veuve Clicquot (Veuve means widow in French) took over her husband's business. In 1810, the house took the name Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin. The way that she ran her company, from risky overseas ventures to startling technological innovations, changed Champagne forever. Her motto is still the guiding principle of our company – "Only one quality – the finest." In 1816, Mme. Clicquot invented the process, called rémuage or riddling, that removes the yeast from the bottle. She used holes cut in her kitchen table to perfect the method of slowly tilting and turning the bottles to gather the spent yeast in the neck of the bottle. Once settled it could be removed by freezing the neck in a brine of salt and water, removing it, and recorking.
The company was taken public in 1963, and merged with Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessey in 1986. Today, Jacques Peters is the chief winemaker at Veuve Clicquot, and was appointed cellar master in 1985. He has undertaken an ambitious program since this time to upgrade the grape sources, improve the vineyards, and improve the cellars and production facilities.

Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label Reviews

"Hints of toast and biscuit accent lightly honeyed flavors of quince, apple blossom and peach in this fresh and balanced Champagne. There’s a stony underpinning, with a smoke-tinged finish. Drink now through 2013." - 90, Wine Spectator
"A full-bodied Champagne, this has been enriched by reserve wines to add depth and smoky lees intensity to its brisk, youthful elements. It's a satisfying Brut to serve with poached prawns." - 90, Wine & Spirits

Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label Tasting Notes

Clicquot's signature non-vintage Brut is loved all over the world for its crisp, full flavors, consistent quality and celebratory yellow label. This classical dry Champagne is a blend of two-thirds black grapes (Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) for body, balanced with one-third Chardonnay for elegance. It has a fine persistent sparkle and golden Champagne color.