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Wine: Patrick RupertUncorked! wine shop owner Patrick Rupert talks about his favorite vintagesby Stett Holbrook on Feb 05, 2010SARATOGA’s Uncorked! wine shop is a casual and inviting place for wine lovers, especially those with a taste for local wines. The shop offers a smattering of international selections, but the bulk of the wines come from California and many of those from the Santa Cruz Mountains. Owner Patrick Rupert has been running the shop and tasting bar for nearly eight years. Why did you decide to pursue a career in wine? I decided 10 years ago after being laid off as an art director in high tech. I wanted to do something completely different—retail wine! What makes the wine selection at Uncorked! special? Retail wine is all about customer service. We try to make customers feel comfortable whether they are seasoned or just starting into wine. What wines are you passionate about right now? Pinot noir has always been my passion, but I love all varietals. What are some of the best wine values now? Domestic wines, I think, are the best values. Think local. What is your go-to wine for every day, casual drinking? The 2006 Downing Family Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon and the 2006 Sonnet Pinot Noir. Uncorked! 14500 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408.741.9000. by Stett Holbrook on Feb 05, 2010 |
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