Uncorked Events

Charles Schwab

Don — Wed, 16 Aug 2006 20:53:03 +0000

“The wine tasting and dinner party you put on for us was absolutely terrific! The food was wonderful, the wines perfectly matched and the evening truly memorable. My guests really enjoyed every aspect of the event including your approachable but expert commentary on the wines. I can’t wait until next time!”

John Clendening, EVP

Charles Schwab

Palm, Inc.

Don — Fri, 04 Aug 2006 20:48:43 +0000

“I want to thank you so much for the wine tasting event you put together for us. It was EXCELLENT! Everyone has been commenting on how much fun they had and would love to do something like that again. The wine selections were perfect and the food was great! I DEFINITELY plan on calling you (many times) for my future events and have already referred several people your way!! THANK YOU!”

Sonia Maldonado

Palm, Inc.

Hanson Bridgett LLP

Don — Tue, 01 Aug 2006 22:08:34 +0000

“Uncorked Events put on a wine tasting for some of our executive clients and attorneys that could not be topped. The wine was tremendous, the atmosphere easy going and great for conversation and mingling, and the sommelier and winemaker provided interesting information personally to those who wanted it. All in all a great event.”

Jim Holden, Partner

Hanson Bridgett LLP

Adobe Systems

Don — Tue, 01 Aug 2006 21:59:01 +0000

“I was very impressed with the service you provided. I heard great feedback about the wine tasting portion from the guests. Everyone enjoyed the 3 stations of wine from Spain, France and Italy! Our event was a success because the wine tasting was well done! Uncorked Events was very professional and the service you provided was excellent! I will definitely be using Uncorked Events for future events.”

Anita Meneses

Adobe Systems

Summertime is here!

Don — Thu, 29 Jun 2006 18:15:24 +0000

We took over the private room above Bistro Aix last night to learn about different wine regions throughout California and what we should be drinking all summer long. We started off with the ultimate aperitif - bubbly (Iron Horse 1998 Blanc de Blancs). From there, Gwendolyn Wilson guided us through some great summer sippers. While the Siduri 2003 Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir was my personal favorite,I think the Fess Parker Frontier Red Lot 61 stole the show. A blend of a whopping 9 different varietals, this is the perfect bbq wine…and only $10! This will definitely be my house wine all summer.

A Perfect Night of Food & Wine Pairing

Don — Tue, 20 Jun 2006 18:44:56 +0000

Last week marked the first Uncorked gourmet cooking and wine pairing night in conjunction with First Class Cooking - and even the most novice chefs whipped up some amazing dishes. We started the night with a little champagne - a wonderful small producer called Ariston that is imported directly by K&L Wines - everyone thought it blew away Veuve - and at almost half the price!

This is the crew ready to eat, raising a toast of Cristom Pinot Noir from the Wilamette Valley in Oregon - the perfect complement to the Spiced Pork Tenderloin in a Creole Mustard Sauce!

The instructor extraordinaire, Emily Dellas, also showed the group how to make a Shitake Fritata (paired with a Rousanne/Marsanne blend from the Northern Rhone), Stuffed Zucchini (that we had with the Pork & Pinot), and finally we ended the night with an amazing Banana Tart w/ Caramel Sauce (paired with a Graham 20-year Tawny Port).

Uncorked Events Launches

Don — Mon, 08 May 2006 18:53:40 +0000

UncorkedEvents.com has officially launched! Please check back regularly to this ‘World of Wine’ blog area where I will be sharing my insights into the wine lifestyle. I will share my favorite wines of the moment, great wineries and wine regions to visit, features on interesting wineries, restaurant recommendations and many other interesting tidbits relating to a fulfilling wine lifestyle. I also have included on the right side of this page a list of some of my favorite Web sites to help you start to explore the world of wine, food, music and more. Please email me at any time with questions, comments and suggestions.

Cheers, Don