Monday, January 30, 2012

WOW: Omaka Springs

WOW: Wine of the Week

New Year, New Pricing: Omaka Springs
FREE Gift with Purchase of Six (6) Bottles


Omaka Springs























It seems to follow naturally, that wine enthusiasts are also self-proclaimed "foodies."  What better way to meld these two loves than with a FREE bottle of Omaka Springs Olive Oil with every 6 bottles of wine purchased?!  This offer is only good through Friday, February 3...so act quickly!

Omaka Springs Winery

"Omaka Springs Estates is a family business owned by Geoff and Robina Jensen located in the Southern Valleys of Marlborough, New Zealand.  In 1990, the Jensens established their first olive grove near Nelson.  In 1992, the olive grove was relocated to a site alongside a newly purchased 40 acre vineyard in the picturesque Omaka Valley.  Omaka is a Maori word which means, 'The place where the stream flows.'  Our 180 acres of vineyards and olive trees benefit from the natural springs that wind through the estate.'" - Winery Notes
Omaka Springs Pinot Gris 2009, $11.04 per bottle
Omaka Springs "Favelys" Pinot Noir 2009, $12.99 per bottle


Omaka Springs Olive Oil

"Omaka Springs Olive Oil is a delicate blend of several Tuscan olive varieties. Frantoio olives, along with Barnea, Leccino, Manzanillo and other varieties are hand picked when they reach their peak in June/July.

A single cold pressing ensures that only extra olive oil is extracted and blended to produce the distinctive Omaka taste. Our oil is renowned for its delicious fat olive aroma. Its smooth but not greasy on the palate, it has good balance and a subtle grassy creaminess.

The olive oil is bottled and packed at the Estate.

Judy Ridgeway, an olive oil expert and consultant described the Omaka oil as follows:  'I liked the culinary herbs aroma - mint with bay and tarragon - and the well balanced bitterness on the palate.'" - Winery Notes

Monday, January 23, 2012

WOW: Gerard Bertrand Portfolio!

WOW: Wine of the Week

New Year, New Pricing: NEW Portfolio!
Gerard Bertrand


Gerard Bertrand Portfolio






New to the Uncorked Portfolio are the wines of Gerard Bertrand.  The Gerard Bertrand Portfolio has a broad range of products priced perfectly for everyday consumption.  Sparklings, white wines and reds all well under $20.00 per bottle.

"Gerard Bertrand was born and raised in the South of France. Making wine with his father, Georges, since the age of 10, Gerard Bertrand offers the full range and diversity of wines from the region – red, white, rose, varietal, appellation, estate, still, sparkling, and dessert.

Every wine evokes the image and emotions from the South of France; 'Art de Vivre' – the 'art of life.' Committed to producing quality wines of great value, Gerard is hands on in every facet which bears his name… and has been fortunate to receive great accolades from World Wide press reinforcing his dedication.

'I welcome all to experience the South of France; here at Chateau L’Hospitalet or at your own home or favorite restaurant.'" - Winery Notes

Reminder: Uncorked Wine of the Month Clubs

Product Description

The Wine of the Month Club is perfect for budding wine lovers and experts alike!   This program is completely customized to you!  From duration of Membership (6 or 12 months), two pricing tiers ($30 and $60 per month, plus shipping) to the ability to specify the combination of wines you desire to receive each month!  Uncorked's Wine of the Month Club will provide exposure to varying varietals and wine regions.
Membership Includes:
  • 6 or 12 months of monthly wine deliveries, two bottles per month.  Your shipment will consist of your choice of two white wines, two red wines or one white and one red wine each month. 
  • Complete tasting notes and food pairing suggestions for each of the wines.
  • Opportunity to have exposure to wines that are NOT available to grocery stores or wine shops.
  • Opportunity to reorder wines from shipments at discounted pricing.
  • Access to your own personal Wine Consultant who will build a personal relationship with you and readily suggest wines that will compliment your palate profile.
  • No more guessing, no hassle, and no more bad wine!

Monday, January 16, 2012

WOW: An Angel on Earth!

WOW: Wine of the Week

New Year, New Pricing: An Angel on Earth
Napa Angel "Aurelio's Selection" Cabernet 2007


Napa Angel Cabernet 2007
Brrr...!  All across the country it seems as though Winter has finally arrived.  That makes us think of warm, hearty meals, football games, and big bold red wines that promise to raise our spirits!

It's week three of 2012 and still there are more deals to be had on www.ShopUncorked.com.  Newly reduced is Napa Angel "Aurelio's Selection" Cabernet 2007, formerly $43.99...NOW: $38.99!

UWC Clients:  Do you realize that is HALF the price of regular retail?! 

With typical retail of this Napa Cabernet at $60-$80 per bottle, now is the time to stock up on this Cabernet!  Napa Angel is part of the California wine efforts of Auerlio Montes.  Wines bearing the name and seal of the Montes portfolio will always be adorned by an angel as Aurelio pays homage to the Guardian that has watched over him during his over five near-death-experiences.

Product Description

"Napa Angel Aurelio´s Selection is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Napa regions of Oak Knoll and Yountville. The soil in these areas is predominantly gravel with a proportion of alluvial loam that helps to achieve harmonious and balanced wines. The climate during the 2006 vintage – moderately warm with cold nights – helped the development of ripe fruit flavors and deep color. Aurelio regularly visited the estates controlling and checking the full phenolic ripeness of the grapes. Yields were 2.5 tons per acre, hence the full-bodied character of the wine. The grapes were carefully selected and hand-picked.
After harvesting, the grapes were cold macerated for 10 days and then fermented for another 10 days. The wine went through a process of post fermentation skin contact. 80% of the wine was aged for 18 months in new French oak barrels. Total production: 4,048 cases (6 x 750ml)." - Winery Notes

Napa Angel "Aurelio's Selection" Cabernet 2007 Tasting Notes

Full-bodied wine with firm, soft tannins. Deep and intense garnet red. Rich and harmonious with an integrated, mature and mellow fruit character that makes this wine elegant and silky and opulent at the same time. In the mouth-feel it has a lingering character given by the Oak Knoll and Yountville gravely terroirs. Generous fruit expression with hints of blackberries, plums and layers of black cherries. Velvety in the mid palate, with nuances of perfectly integrated French oak. Nice long finish. A wine to be aged for at least 15 years or to be enjoyed now.

Napa Angel "Aurelio's Selection" Cabernet 2007 Pairings

Ideal pairing with blackened fish, roasted game, duck, steak, and strong cheeses.

Reminder: Uncorked Wine of the Month Clubs

Product Description

The Wine of the Month Club is perfect for budding wine lovers and experts alike!   This program is completely customized to you!  From duration of Membership (6 or 12 months), two pricing tiers ($30 and $60 per month, plus shipping) to the ability to specify the combination of wines you desire to receive each month!  Uncorked's Wine of the Month Club will provide exposure to varying varietals and wine regions.
Membership Includes:
  • 6 or 12 months of monthly wine deliveries, two bottles per month.  Your shipment will consist of your choice of two white wines, two red wines or one white and one red wine each month. 
  • Complete tasting notes and food pairing suggestions for each of the wines.
  • Opportunity to have exposure to wines that are NOT available to grocery stores or wine shops.
  • Opportunity to reorder wines from shipments at discounted pricing.
  • Access to your own personal Wine Consultant who will build a personal relationship with you and readily suggest wines that will compliment your palate profile.
  • No more guessing, no hassle, and no more bad wine!

Monday, January 9, 2012

WOW: Gun-Lock-Bun-Shoe!

WOW: Wine of the Week

New Year, New Pricing: Gun-Lock-Bun-Shoe!
Gundlach Bundschu Cabernet 2007


Gundlach Bundschu Cabernet 2007
As promised, the new and improved pricing for your favorite wines continues in week two of 2012!

Affectionately known as Gunny Bunny, Gundlach Bundschu (Gun-Lock-Bun-Shoe...ever noticed those images on their corks?!) is now reduced to make room for the 2008 vintage!

As the oldest family owned winery in California, this winery's story started in 1858, six generations and 150 years later it is easy to understand our confidence in their delivery of quality product.

Again, most retailers (and even the winery!) have sold out of this vintage, Uncorked still has the ability to bring this wine to you...but in limited quantities!  Order now for immediate delivery...we'll say it again: quantities are limited!

Product Description

"Gundlach Bundschu Winery is a family-owned, sixth-generation producer of distinctive wines of site-specific character. The winery's 320-acre Estate Vineyard, christened Rhinefarm in 1858, is located at the crossroads of the Sonoma Valley, Carneros and Napa Valley AVAs, at the base of the Mayacamas Mountain Range.
Gundlach Bundschu approaches its vineyards, wines, business and the world with spirit, creativity and dedication to excellence. When you open a bottle of Gundlach Bundschu, you uncork not only the Estate's unique ability to produce profound wines, but also a rich, personal relationship between the Gundlach Bundschu family and the land on which the family lives." - Winery Notes

Gundlach Bundschu Cabernet 2007 Tasting Notes

Intense aromas of black currant and blueberry, laced with vanilla. The lush entry fills the mouth with rich flavors of dark berry, cassis and ultra dark chocolate. Big, smooth tannins give weight and roundness to the mouthfeel. Concentrated berry and anise flavors linger through the exceptionally long finish. Delicious upon release; optimal cellaring time 4 to 15 years from vintage.

Reminder: Uncorked Wine of the Month Clubs

Product Description

The Wine of the Month Club is perfect for budding wine lovers and experts alike!   This program is completely customized to you!  From duration of Membership (6 or 12 months), two pricing tiers ($30 and $60 per month, plus shipping) to the ability to specify the combination of wines you desire to receive each month!  Uncorked's Wine of the Month Club will provide exposure to varying varietals and wine regions.
Membership Includes:
  • 6 or 12 months of monthly wine deliveries, two bottles per month.  Your shipment will consist of your choice of two white wines, two red wines or one white and one red wine each month. 
  • Complete tasting notes and food pairing suggestions for each of the wines.
  • Opportunity to have exposure to wines that are NOT available to grocery stores or wine shops.
  • Opportunity to reorder wines from shipments at discounted pricing.
  • Access to your own personal Wine Consultant who will build a personal relationship with you and readily suggest wines that will compliment your palate profile.
  • No more guessing, no hassle, and no more bad wine!

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

WOW: A Wine with "Provenance!"

WOW: Wine of the Week

A Wine of "Provenance:"
Provenance Vineyards Rutherford Cabernet 2008

Provenance Vineyards Rutherford Cabernet 2008
What better way to start off a New Year than with a GREAT deal on a phenomenal wine?!  Uncorked's low price of just $37.70 is well under the retail value of $45.00 per bottle!

And while most retailers (and even the winery!) has sold out of this vintage, Uncorked still has the ability to bring this wine to you...but in limited quantities!  Order now for immediate delivery...we'll say it again: quantities are limited!

Product Description

"The word 'Provenance' (rhymes with renaissance) is derived from the French language, and means 'origin,' or 'source.'  A provenance is the record of ownership of a piece of art from its creation to the present. Connoisseurs use a provenance as a guarantee of a work's authenticity. Our name reflects our goal of producing fine wines that are authentic works of art." - Winery Notes

Provenance Vineyards Rutherford Cabernet 2008 Reviews

"Floral, leather, fresh earth and dried currant scents are firm and chewy in this full-bodied and structured red, with gripping tannins that end with a gravelly, pebbly aftertaste. Drink now through 2019. 9,000 cases made." - 89, Wine Spectator

Provenance Vineyards Rutherford Cabernet 2008 Tasting Notes

"The expansive aromas and flavors of the 2008 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon are filled with brambly blackberry, dark plum, black cherry and cassis character. Hints of clove, black pepper and mocha add warmth to the aromas, while toffee and hazelnut notes from oak aging linger on the dark-fruit palate. Cocoa powder tannins, a signature of Rutherford terroir, firmly frame the generous, mouthfilling flavors." - Winery Notes
Blend: 96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot