Uncorked Events

The Russian River Valley is synonymous with extraordinary wine including complex pinot noir, perfectly balanced zinfandel, succulent syrah and elegant chardonnay. On this special evening over 25 of the regions top wineries will descend upon Sloane – one of San Francisco’s most beautiful and hidden nightlife gems.

This one-of-a-kind tasting focuses exclusively on single-vineyard wines from world-class Russian River Valley wineries. While blended wines can be excellent, wineries typically save small-lot, single-vineyard designations to showcase their finest and most distinctive wines. You’ll have the unique opportunity to meet the actual winemakers and growers of these wines – a true rarity at most tasting events.

Complementing the wines will be single bites of food from local Russian River Valley producers and restaurants. DJ Sol will also be spinning his infectious grooves all night.

Rare silent auction items will also be on display benefiting the Russian River Valley Winegrowers continued work to preserve the region’s agriculture legacy through marketing and education.

Participating Wineries (more to be added soon):

Acorn Winery, Ancient Oak Cellars, Baletto Vineyards & Winery, D & L Carinalli Vineyards, C. Donatiello Winery,
Dutton Estate Winery, Dutton-Goldfield Winery, Gary Farrell Winery, Harvest Moon Estate & Winery, Hartford Family Winery, Hop Kiln Winery, LaFollette Wines, La Crema, Lauterbach Cellars, Longboard Vineyards, Novy Family Wines, Russian River Vineyards,Patz & Hall, Sandole Wines, Siduri Wines, Thomas George Estates, John Tyler Wines

Sloane
1525 Mission St., San Francisco
Thursday, July 19th, 7-9:30pm (VIP entrance at 6pm)

Limited early bird tickets starting at just $40 for general admission and $55 for  VIP tickets. The VIP option enables early entry at 6pm for a one hour preview tasting with special library or rare reserve wines from each winery.

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Vino Ibérico: The Wines of Spain & Portugal

[ April 1, 2012 2:00 pm to May 18, 2012 8:30 pm. ] The Faimont Hotel, Venetian Room
Friday, May 18th, 6-8:30pm
(VIP entry 5pm)

THE SET-UP
If you’ve ever been to Spain or Portugal, you know just how magical both countries are. The people, food, culture, nightlife, beaches and WINE of the two countries that comprise the Iberian peninsula are unrivaled. In an Uncorked Events first, this spectacular celebration of wine will be held on a weekend night – Friday, May 18th to be exact. A perfect evening to get together with friends in the elegance of this San Francisco landmark before summer starts and everyone goes their own way.

THE DRAMATIC SETTING
We are thrilled to bring the Uncorked community for the first time to the grandeur of the stunning Fairmont Hotel high above Nob Hill. The storied Venetian Room, where Tony Bennett first sang ‘I Left My Heart In San Francisco’, provides the perfect backdrop for these wines of distinct history and undeniable quality. What better way to end a week of work than with over 125 of the finest wines from Spain and Portugal?

THE WINE
On the Spanish front, you will taste the bold and hearty reds of the Priorat and Ribera del Duero, the classic earthy reds from Rioja, cava from Penedès , as well as wines from up and coming regions like Jumilla, Toro, Rías Baixas and La Mancha. You will taste lots of Tempranillo – the legendary red grape of Spain, Monastrell (Mourvedre), Cabernet Sauvignon, Garnacha (Grenache), Carinena (Carignane), Albariño, Viura, along with an array of different styles of sherry.

When it comes to Portugal, you have probably tried their outstanding port – and you will try many on this evening. You may be less familiar with are their excellent non-port wines made from grapes like Alentejo or Bairrada, or Vinho Verde, along with wines made from traditional port varietals like Touriga Nacional and Tinto Roriz. Come experience a wide array of these little known gems that often are in the shadow of this Port empire.

THE EXTRAS
A live flamenco show with dancers and guitarists will perfectly complement the wines, while DJ Sol will spin flamenco-inspired grooves with a healthy dose of Spanish pop. Smartwater will also be on hand to keep you all re-hydrated. And what better way to keep the evening going with an unofficial after party at the legendary Tonga Room next door.

THE BOTTOM LINE
When a wine is extraordinary, Spaniards say “Beber este vino es como hablar con Dios” or “Tasting this wine is like talking with God”. We think you may just might concur by the end of the evening.

THE VIP OPTION
This year we’re adding a VIP preview entry option to enter a full hour before the main event starts with exclusive access to rare library and extremely limited production reserve wines at each of the tables during this time.

TICKETS
Starting at just $35 advance for general admission and $50 for VIP admission. Prices will increase as the event nears.

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The Fairmont Hotel, Venetian Room
Friday, May 18th, 6-8:30pm (VIP entry 5pm)

‘Best of the Best’ 6th Anniversary Summer Solstice Party

[ May 8, 2012 1:00 am to June 20, 2012 12:00 pm. 10:00 am; May 8, 2012 10:00 am to June 20, 2012 9:00 pm. ] Phoenix Hotel/Chambers
Wednesday, June 20th, 6-9pm

THE CELEBRATION
It’s been an incredible six years for Uncorked Events. We’ve tried many thousands of wines together at over 70 sold-out events. To kick off year seven in style, please join us for our one-of-a-kind six anniversary party.

The theme is ‘Best of the Best’ and you will try a vast array of our favorite wines over the last six years in one evening. Virtually every wine will be 90pt + rated, with many small production, hard to find gems.

And this year, the tasting not only takes place at a prime outdoor location, it also coincides with the summer solstice, with natural light all the way till the 9pm close.

THE WINE
The mix of wines will be exceptional with ultra boutique wineries, cult classics, top importers and luxury distributors all pouring. You’ll have the opportunity to taste over 125 wines from every corner of the globe.

The full winery list will be announced next week, but this year’s wines include:

California: Pride Mountain, Viader, Segehsio, Roederer Estate, Sequana, Pine Ridge, Hess Collection, Jax, Terra Valentine, JC Cellars, Fisher Vineyards, MacPhail

Oregon & Washington: Penner Ash, St. Innocent, Ponzi, Stoller, WillaKenzie

France: Bollinger, Louis Roederer, Domaines Schlumberger, Domaines Ott,
M. Chapoutier, Chateau de Beaucastel, Perrin, Gosset

Italy: Ornellaia, Frescobaldi, Ceretto, Brancaia

Spain & Portugal: Marques de Caceres, Vall Llach, Beronia, Warre’s, Graham’s

Argentina & Chile: Achaval Ferrer, Colome, Vistalba, Cono Sur

Australia & New Zealand: d’Arenberg, Killakanoon, Brokenwood, Two Hands, Spy Valley, Peter Lehmann

South Africa: Meerlust, Rust en Vrede, Warwick Estate

We’ll also have a Craft Beer Garden this year with over 25 brews for those that prefer the suds.

THE STUNNING VENUE
Hosting this very special night is the stunningly renovated Phoenix Hotel in conjunction with Chambers Eat+Drink Restaurant, located in the heart of downtown San Francisco. So you’ll be sipping top-rated wines in the courtyard of one of the top outdoor spots in all of the city.

The space has been fully refurbished with beautiful and sleek new furniture, landscaping and even a fire and water feature. After the event, we highly recommend you make a reservation for diner at the gorgeous ‘rock-star chic’ Chambers Eat+Drink.

THE ENTERTAINMENT + EXTRAS
DJ Sol will be on hand to set the proper festive summer solstice mood, while a soon to be announced live performance will dazzle. You’ll also enjoy light bites from Chambers Eat+Drink and Smartwater will keep you hydrated and ready for more.

TICKETS
Limited early bird tickets starting at just $38.

Phoenix Hotel/Chambers Eat + Drink
Wednesday, June 20th, 6-9pm

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