WOW: Longing for 2011?

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Longing for 2011?








Although many wineries struggled with the late and wet spring and cooler summer temperatures of the 2011 growing season - a good handful of wineries and winemakers persevered.  Taste all of the goodness 2011 had to offer in this bottle and stock up!  This wine's price has been slashed in HALF to make way for new vintages.

Product Description

In the autumn of 1989, Jess Jackson acquired the Zellerbach winery and renamed it in honor of his late father, Jess Stonestreet Jackson. Stonestreet quickly garnered international acclaim for their powerful reds and luscious whites.
Today, Stonestreet wines are undergoing a transformation, using fruit from Alexander Mountain Estate and new winemaking techniques. Alexander Mountain Estate, with lean, well-draining soils and cooler temperature, produces fruit with smaller berries and more intense color and flavor. Stonestreet is dedicated to fulfilling the promise of Alexander Valley's exceptional and distinctive vineyards. Traditional, Old World methods of hand harvesting, small barrel lot production, native yeast fermentation and bottling each wine unfiltered brings out the best in specific grape varieties and provides the quality framework for each Stonestreet wine.

Stonestreet Estate Cabernet 2011 Tasting Notes

"The 2011 Stonestreet Estate Cabernet Sauvignon conveys aromas and flavors of pomegranate, cassis, blood orange and green peppercorns — a nervy, complex signature of the cooler vintage. The palate is stony, black-fruited and sanguine, with an abundant palate texture and firm backbone." - Winery Notes

WOW: Seeing a Sea Pearl!

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Seeing a Sea Pearl!








Sea Pearl truly lives up to its name.  This wine is not the typical white/red grapefruit, citrus bomb from New Zealand to which many wine drinkers have come accustomed.  This is a well balanced, herbal, refreshing addition to add to your Spring and Summer wine rotation.

Product Description

"Sea Pearl Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir, named after this New Zealand treasure, are crafted from fruit grown in the southern Wairau River valleys of Marlborough, within close proximity to the sea. We take a purist approach to winemaking, making certain the vineyards are in perfect condition and harvesting at optimum ripeness, letting the fruit express itself with minimal intervention in the winery." - Winery Notes

Sea Pearl Sauvignon Blanc 2014 Tasting Notes

"A lifted nose showing refreshing herbal notes, snow pea, melon, and fresh guava. Light bodied and refreshing with typical Marlborough flavors of passion fruit, gooseberry, and grapefruit. A pleasing herbaceous thread leads to a long, lingering finish." - Winery Notes

WOW: Get "Hi!" Need We Say More?!

WOW: Wine of the Week

Get "Hi!"  Need We Say More?!










Seriously, do we really need to say any more?!  This zippy little duo caught the eye of ShopUncorked.com and we are pleased to now offer it on our site!  And, at under $12 per bottle, these are fun little sparklers to stock up on for all of those upcoming and MUCH anticipated summer picnics, days by the pool and balmy summer night conversations!

Hi! Rose Brut NV Product Description

"Sparkling rosè wine obtained from natural rifermentation with Charmat method of blend of selected Veneto’s and Emilia Romagna’s white and red wines; light pink colour with cyclamen tints, fine and persistent perlage." - Winery Notes

Hi! Rose Brut NV Tasting Notes

"The fragrance is fruity with strawberry scent.  The taste is fresh, delicate and harmonious.  A great blend of pinot noir (85%) and glera (15%) made in the gravely, fertile alluvial terrain of the Treviso plain." - Winemaker Notes

Hi! Prosecco NV Product Description

"Sparkling wine produced with the 'Glera' grape variety, native to the Prosecco D.O.C.’s area. In this countryside there are the best soils and climate conditions that grant a wine unique in characteristics. The sparkling process is made with Charmat method in steel autoclave in compliance with the regulation of the materia, obtaining an extra dry young wine, exciting and perfect in all the occasions." - Winery Notes

Hi! Prosecco NV Tasting Notes

"A beautiful floral, and citrus scented bouquet. Palate is soft, with a clean green apple and citrus fruit. 100% hand harvested Prosecco made in the 'Frizzante' style to be lively and light with the moderately." - Winemaker Notes

WOW: Sauvignon Blanc, Meet Semillon...

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Sauvignon Blanc, Meet Semillon...










De Bortoli is an Italian living in Australia and producing this note-worthy Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon blend.  Light and refreshing for the upcoming Spring and Summer - this is one you'll want pool-side, grill-side, by your side at an outdoor concert, you get the gist!  And at UNDER $16 per bottle, this is one to buy from by the case!

Product Description

"De Bortoli Wines is a family-owned company that was established in 1928 by Italian immigrants Vittorio and Giuseppina De Bortoli, who came from the Treviso region in northern Italy.

De Bortoli Wines is now under the custodianship of a fourth generation. Each family member is involved in the business, including the winemaking, which is overseen by Managing Director Darren De Bortoli, and Winemaker, Steve Webber, Leanne De Bortoli’s husband. Leanne and Steve manage the Yarra Valley Winery and Vineyard, Kevin De Bortoli is Company Viticulturist and Victor De Bortoli is Export Director.

 

De Bortoli has wineries in three diverse regions: the Riverina NSW is famous for its iconic dessert wine Noble One; the Hunter Valley NSW is renowned for the unique character and quality of its Semillon and Shiraz; and the Yarra Valley in Victoria is recognized for its premium cool climate wines. The family motto Semper ad Majora, “always striving for better”, is the cornerstone of De Bortoli family values. We consistently strive for improvement in wine quality and our commitment to the environment. As a family company we are proud of our heritage and determined to hand a sustainable business to the next generation." - Winery Notes

De Bortoli Regional Reserve Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2014 Tasting Notes

"Light straw colour with a green edge.  Bouquet full of lifted gooseberry fruit with some creamy lactic notes. Hints of cask fermentation and biscuit like lees.  The palate showing quite textural with hints of guava and herbal notes. Calm acidity and gently aromatic." - Winery Notes

De Bortoli Regional Reserve Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2014 Pairings

Char grilled squid.

WOW - Try a NEW! Varietal: Carmenere!

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Try a NEW! Varietal: Carmenere!






Spring and Summer mean most of us will start utilizing our grills more in the coming months and Carmenere is the perfect pairing for grilled, smoked or roasted meats!  This wine will also stand up to strong cheeses, so make it the newest guest at your outdoor table!

Product Description

"'Passionate about wine' is the expression that describes the mindset of our team of winemakers. Expressive fruit and a sense of place are at the core of our winemaking philosophy. Our work in the vineyard and cellar represent our desire to be in harmony with the earth. We temper our quest for quality with a healthy respect for nature, seeking to minimize our impact on the environment.

We do things in a modern way, challenging tradition and longtime rules, creating a history with our winery. Vina Ventisquero is a family-owned company and 100% sustainably certified on all levels (vineyards, winery, social responsibility) across our estate vineyards, which allows us to maintain full control, quality and consistency in our wines." - Winery Notes

Vina Vestisquero Gray Glacier Single Block Carmenere 2012 Tasting Notes

"This Carmenere has a deep red color with some violet tones. The nose features natures berry notes as blueberries, blackberries with some black pepper, tobacco and chocolate. The palate is very expressive giving us a good body of rich structure with round and soft tannins. Very long finish." - Winery Notes

WOW - NEW! To ShopUncorked.com: Ventana Vineyards!

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NEW! To ShopUncorked.com: Ventana Vineyards!






With Spring just around the corner - ShopUncorked.com is adding new products almost daily (check back often to see!)!  This addition is just the first of MANY!  Put some spring in your step by trying these new wines!

Product Description

"Great wines are made in the vineyard, and the Ventana Vineyard has the perfect combination of water, soil, climate, art and science to create superb, world-class wines. Ventana is known for its unique planting style and phenomenal Estate wines.  This sought after vineyard is owned by a small group of local growers who have lived and worked in the region for generations.  It is tended by Steve McIntyre of Monterey Pacific, who has brought innovative sustainable farming practices to the vineyard. Great wines are made in the vineyard, and the Ventana Vineyard has the perfect combination of water, soil, climate, art and science to create superb, world-class wines. Ventana is known for its unique planting style and phenomenal Estate wines.  This sought after vineyard is owned by a small group of local growers who have lived and worked in the region for generations.  It is tended by Steve McIntyre of Monterey Pacific, who has brought innovative sustainable farming practices to the vineyard.

The Ventana Vineyard was planted in 1974.  The vineyard was named "Ventana," Spanish for "window," because the vineyard lies up against the Ventana Wilderness in Monterey County, but also because it symbolized a "window to the future" in California viticulture.  At the time, there were very few vineyards in the area, but today, Monterey has taken its rightful place beside Napa and Sonoma as one of the great wine regions of California." - Winery Notes

Ventana Chardonnay 2013 Tasting Notes

"Ventana's Chardonnay is light, yet fresh and focused, displaying tropical fruit notes of pineapple and mango. It is well balanced and tastes of Gala apple, pear and spicy floral tones. Light oak notes lead to hints of vanilla and honey highlights. The perfect balance of fruit, oak and acidity makes this an exceptional sipping and food friendly Chardonnay." - Winery Notes

Ventana Pinot Noir 2012 Tasting Notes

"Ventana's 2012 Pinot Noir has an explosion of vibrant wild cherry, raspberry and cranberry flavors with a delicious hint of cedar. Ten months of aging rounds out the flavor complexities with a touch of smokiness and vanilla. The wine is medium bodied with a bright berry red color. The food friendly Pinot Noir is a pleasing accompaniment to almost any entree from almond encrusted salmon to duck in cherry reduction sauce. It is fabulous now or cellar up to eight years." - Winery Notes

Ventana Rubystone Red 2014 Tasting Notes

"This vintage has a nice dark berry notes on the nose with hints of blackberry, black cherry, raspberry and white and black pepper. Toasted oak with a spruce note and a touch of vanilla roundness. Juicy in the mouth with a just-ripe berry feel that really fills your mouth up." - Winery Notes
Blend: 60% Grenache, 40% Syrah

WOW: WALT Wines!

WOW: Wine of the Week

HIGH Quality Wines, LOW Prices!






NOW is the time to stock up on this high quality Sonoma Chardonnay and Pinot Noir!  Typically WALT Wines average retail prices are between $35 - $40, but ShopUncorked.com is bringing them to our clients for UNDER $25 - that is almost HALF the cost!

WALT is consistently rated, the 2013 "La Brisa" Chardonnay earned a 90 point rating from Wine Spectator and the Pinot Noir is traditionally highly rated vintage after vintage.  There will never be a better time to stock up on these wines!

Product Description

"WALT is dedicated to the production of premier Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the Pacific Coast's most distinctive vineyard sites, spanning nearly 1000 miles and including Sta. Rita Hills, Sonoma County, Anderson Valley, and the Willamette Valley. Their philosophy is that of precision, non-interventionist winemaking, thereby allowing the wines to naturally and honestly express the character of the site where the wines are grown. Under the artisanship of Director of Winemaking Steve Leveque and Winemaker Megan Gunderson, WALT Wines will continue to evolve and develop.
Located in the heart of Sonoma, just off the historic Sonoma Plaza, WALT Wines focuses on sourcing Pinot Noir fruit from premiere appellations stretching from Oregon's Willamette Valley to the Santa Rita Hills in California to craft the finest wines possible." - Winery Notes

WALT "La Brisa" Chardonnay 2013 Tasting Notes

"Bright golden straw color. Effusive aromas of pineapple upside down cake, toasted hazelnut, and delicate honeysuckle. The palate offers up flavors of crème brulee and lemon curd. The texture on the mid-palate is decadent and round, finishing with a bright, flinty minerality." - Winery Notes

WALT "La Brisa" Pinot Noir 2013 Tasting Notes

"The wine shows a deep garnet color, with aromas of raspberry jam, violet pastil and baking spice. Ripe strawberry and white pepper dominate the lush, round mid-palate. Beautifully integrated oak carries the fruit through the palate to a bright, long finish." - Winery Notes

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