$20 at The Wine Cellar of Wisconsin for $10
The Wine Cellar of Wisconsin in Elm Grove is offering a $20 gift card for only $10 through Thursday, January 5th. This Groupon-like offer is for sale directly from the Wine Cellar. They are calling their non-Groupon sale a “Grape-on”.
The $20 gift card can be used to purchase anything the Wine Cellar sells – wine, champagne, beer, glassware and accessories. You can even use the gift card for admission to wine tasting events.
About a year ago, the Wine Cellar did the same offer, although it was through Groupon. Several hundred people purchased the deal.
To purchase this deal, you must visit The Wine Cellar of Wisconsin, located at 12910 West Bluemound Road by Thursday, January 5th. The $20 gift cards can be redeemed starting Friday, January 6th, and have no expiration date.
Three Tips for Gifting a Perfect Bottle of Wine
With Christmas less than a week away, we invited Joel Freeborn, owner of Wine Cellar of Wisconsin, to share some suggestions on how to buy the perfect bottle of wine for a gift.
Well, here we are, just a few shopping days to go, and you still haven’t found the right gift for the wine lover on your list. Have no fear: Just follow these three simple tips, and you’ll have a bottle they will talk about for years to come!
1. Learn their preferences. The wine universe is full of widely varied flavors. Knowing that your gift recipient loves wine is certainly helpful, but it’s not always enough; for example, even the most passionate ‘Big Red’ fanatic may not care for Chardonnay. If you can uncover their very basic preferences of red vs. white, or sweet vs. dry, that alone will go a long way towards picking a bottle they will love. If at all possible, try to gather more specific information like preferred grapes or regions, as it will lead you even closer to the bulls-eye.
2. Know your budget. Quality wine is available at every price point from $7 to the moon, and almost all of it is priced appropriately (in other words, $15 bottles are better than $8 bottles, $40 bottles are better than $20 bottles, and so on). Knowing in advance whether you are looking for a $15 bottle or a $50 bottle will significantly narrow your search and save time (you could use a little extra time during the holidays, right?).
3. Be adventurous. Armed with your recipient’s preferences and a budget, now you’re ready for the fun part! Head out to your favorite wine shop and see what jumps off of the shelf. Don’t be afraid to grab a bottle you’ve never seen before, and by all means, ask the staff for their own personal suggestions. You’ll walk out with a bottle that the wine lover on your list will be thrilled to pop.
Happy shopping, and have a wonderful holiday season!
Established in 2006, The Wine Cellar of Wisconsin’s goal has been to provide the best service, selection, and pricing in Wisconsin, and has twice been voted “Milwaukee’s #1 Wine Shop” in WISN’s A-List competition. For more information on Wine Cellar of Wisconsin, visit their website, like them on Facebook, or follow them on Twitter. Wine Cellar of Wisconsin is located in the Autumn Grove Plaza in Elm Grove at 12910 W. Bluemound Road.
24 Days of Giveaways – The Wine Cellar of Wisconsin
Today’s giveaway in our 24 Days of Holiday Giveaways is a $25 gift card to Wine Cellar of Wisconsin. Plus, for every 25 additional fans the Wine Cellar of Wisconsin receives on Facebook today, we’ll give away another $25 gift card – no limit!
Twice voted “Milwaukee’s #1 Wine Shop” in wisn.com’s “A-List” competition, Wine Cellar of Wisconsin is known for their excellent service, selection, and pricing. In addition to wine, they offer over 100 craft brews at the market’s best prices. All beer is available for purchase as a single bottle, too.
Wine Cellar of Wisconsin is located at 12910 West Bluemound Road in Elm Grove.
To enter today’s giveaway for a $25 gift card to Wine Cellar of Wisconsin, visit our 24 Days of Holiday Giveaways page. And don’t forget to like Wine Cellar of Wisconsin on Facebook to increase the number of gift cards we’ll give away! Must be 21 years of age to enter today’s giveaway.
*The Wine Cellar of Wisconsin had 2,782 Facebook fans at the beginning of the day today.
Affordable Thanksgiving Wine Pairings
With Thanksgiving only one week away, we invited Joel Freeborn, owner of Wine Cellar of Wisconsin, to share some suggestions on wines that would pair nicely with a Thanksgiving meal, yet not break the budget.
Pairing a wine with the traditional turkey dinner can be one of the trickiest wine pairings of the year. Because turkey, as well as traditional side dishes like stuffing and cranberries, have subtle and varied flavors, many ‘big’ reds like Cabernet and Syrah can overpower the meal, making everything else seem a bit bland. Moreover, the Thanksgiving dinner table is almost certain to include diners with a wide range of palates, making it extremely tough to select a bottle that pleases everyone. To tackle this annual pairing challenge, we recommend taking one of a few approaches:
Celebrate a global tradition: Every year, on the third Thursday of November, the producers of France’s Beaujolais region celebrate the global release of the World’s youngest wine, Beaujolais-Nouveau. Made entirely from grapes of this year’s crop, 2011 Nouveau was on the vine just weeks ago, and hit store shelves today. Light and fruity, Nouveau typically shows very well with the traditional turkey dinner. Just make sure to drink up. Fun and tasty on release, Nouveau does NOT age well, and is best consumed within its first 3-6 months. The most famous bottling – and often the best value – is the Georges Duboeuf 2011 Beaujolais Nouveau ($7.99 at the Wine Cellar, prices vary elsewhere).
Enjoy a crisp White: Many experts agree that traditional German Riesling makes the ‘classic’ white wine pairing for Thanksgiving. Crisp, clean and refreshing, Riesling makes a great mouth-cleanser between bites. German Riesling can vary from bone-dry all the way up to a fully sweet wine. While there is no iron-clad rule regarding sweetness, we find that bottles with just a touch of sweetness, like August Kesseler’s ‘R’ Riesling Kabinett 2009 ($12.99) tend to be the biggest crowd-pleasers. If your palate leans more toward the dry Whites, Cline’s Cool Climate Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2010 ($9.99) is definitely worth pursuing.
On an American holiday, sip America’s wine: Although global debate rages over which regions can produce the best Chardonnay, Cabernet, Pinot Noir, etc., there is no question that California produces the finest Zinfandel in the world. And as luck would have it, traditionally-styled Zin has just the right combination of fruit and spice to complement turkey beautifully. America’s top-selling Zin, Seven Deadly Zins 2008 ($10.49), will pair nicely; we also recommend ‘Zynthesis’ Old Vine Zinfandel 2010 ($9.99).
Drink the classic Red pairing: Pinot Noir is another popular ‘classic’ pairing for the traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Fruit-forward Pinot carries much more flavor and complexity than Beaujolais-Nouveau, without overpowering the flavors of the food. Oregon’s Jigsaw Pinot Noir 2008 ($14.99) is a huge crowd-pleaser, and a very safe bet. Another great option is Lurton ‘Domaine Les Salices’ Pinot Noir 2009 ($9.99). Enjoy!
Established in 2006, The Wine Cellar of Wisconsin’s goal has been to provide the best service, selection, and pricing in Wisconsin, and was recently voted “Milwaukee’s #1 Wine Shop” in WISN’s A-List competition. For more information on Wine Cellar of Wisconsin, visit their website, like them on Facebook, or follow them on Twitter. Wine Cellar of Wisconsin is located in the Autumn Grove Plaza in Elm Grove at 12910 W. Bluemound Road.
$10 for $20 of Wine at The Wine Cellar of Wisconsin
One of today’s Groupon deals is for $20 of Wine and Accessories at The Wine Cellar of Wisconsin for only $10. If you purchase the Groupon today, you’ll have until May 5, 2011, to use it. Therefore, this might be a nice Groupon to stash away for an upcoming event like a dinner party,Valentine’s Day, or Easter.
As you might recall, in November we invited the owner of Wine Cellar of Wisconsin, Joel Freeborn, to write about affordable wines to pair with a Thanksgiving meal. Joel and his staff are well known for their excellent customer service and selection of wine and beer, as evidenced by the fact that The Wine Cellar was recently voted “Milwaukee’s #1 Wine Shop” in WISN’s A-List competition.
The Wine Cellar also features wine tasting events every Friday from 5pm to 7pm. Billed as “Friday Night Flights”, the Wine Cellar proclaims the tastings are easily the best wine tasting value in the Milwaukee area. Wine tasting events are $5 (plus tax), and free for club members.
The Wine Cellar of Wisconsin is located at 12910 West Bluemound Road in Elm Grove.
If you’re interested in this deal, visit the Groupon website today, as this offer is valid for today only!
