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🍷IT’S TASTING TIME!🍷
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Come kick off the holiday weekend the right way with a delicious traipse through the hallowed and ancient wine regions of AUSTRIA! 🇦🇹
Special guest star Maxine is here to guide you through these 4 delicious gems from the chilly slopes of a massively under appreciated wine region. As always, our FREE Saturday tastings are casual, drop in affairs that go from 12-3pm. See y’all soon!
🍷IT’S TASTING TIME!🍷
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Join James and Robby today (Sat 8/24) for a tasting of the wines of ! These are stalwart member of the stable of , and represent huge values for a part of Italy (Piemonte) usually associated with luxury wines.
As always, our FREE Saturday tastings are casual, drop-in affairs that go from 12-3pm. See y’all soon!
🍷IT’S TASTING TIME!🍷
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Join James and Robby today (Sat 8/17) for a tasty tour of Italy! From fizzy refreshers from Veneto, all the way down to Puglia and their big, rich Primitivo, this cross section of the boot has a little something for everyone. We’re outside under the vines today, so come enjoy this brief respite from the crushing heat. As always, our FREE Saturday tastings are casual, drop-in affairs that go from 12-3pm. See y’all soon!
Hey y'all! There's another AWESOME small-production Pinot up for grabs this week, and workshop space is almost full! Click the email below to get the deets!
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Pray Tell Orders Here; NEW Pinot Offer; Worshops Filling Up!
PRE-SELL ORDERS ARE HERE If you took advantage of last week's offer on Pray Tell, those wines have arrived, and you can pick them up at your leisure. If you missed out, the distributor still has a TINY bit more, and you can click the button below to grab one of the last few. It will arrive Wednesday...
🍷IT’S ALMOST TASTING TIME!🍷
And the tasting is 🥶INSIDE🥶
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We’re goin back to Cali, Cali, Cali…
Yes, we know no one from California calls it Cali, but we won’t miss a chance at an LL Cool J reference.
ANYway, today’s tasting focuses on four delicious facets of the state that produces 80% of America’s wine. From big bold cabs, to racy and mineraly dry rosé, this tasting has something for everyone. So join James + Robby ❄️INSIDE❄️ today for free wine and glorious air conditioning. As always, our FREE Saturday tastings are casual, drop in affairs that go from 12-3pm. See y’all soon!
Wine+Dine is kicking off NOW and going till 4pm. Yall come get some of this wholesome plant-based goodness! We’re here till 7!!!
🍷IT’S WINE+DINE TIME!🍷
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Join us TONIGHT (Friday 8/9) from 4-close for a delicious intersection or artisanal wine and irresistible plant-based goodness! .vegan.cuisine will be here starting at 4 and dishing out delicacies that tickle your palate and leave you feeling nourished and whole. We really can’t overstate how much we love Jen’s cooking, so if you’ve never experienced it, you need to push pause on your dinner plans for tonight and come on out!
We’ve got plenty of frosty cold beer and perfectly paired wine ideas as well, so head down to our end of Laurens and discover what all the cool kids already know! See y’all soon!
⭐️ALMOST SOLD OUT!⭐️
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Boy howdy do yall love a deal. We launched this offer on Tuesday via email, and our one little store has already snagged about one full third of what’s available for the whole STATE.
This lean and seductive Pinot from the chilly hills of Willamette Valley checks all the same boxes that many $100 wines do, but for less than half the price. There’s a tiny bit left, so click on the link in the bio to make sure you don’t miss out!
Hey yall! We announced these workshops less than 48 hrs ago. October is over 2/3 sold out, and September isn’t far behind. If you want to be a part of these intimate and delicious events, you need to GET 👏ON👏THE👏STICK👏!
Head over to the link in our bio if you want to snag one of the last few tickets!
Super Small Production Pinot From Oregon! https://wix.to/VJjcdOm
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Want some "cult" Pinot Noir from Oregon that still won't break the bank? Click on today's email to get the scoop!
ONE OF OUR FAVORITE BOUTIQUE PRODUCERS! Small producers of Pinot Noir are no rarity in Oregon. The region is still relatively "young" as winemaking goes. The first serious Pinots started to emerge out of Oregon in the 1970s. The first Pinots out of Burgundy? Around 10 B.C. or so. Nevertheless, Orego...
Don't miss out! These tickets always go SUPER fast!
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TWO Amazing Wine Workshops on sale TODAY!
OUR FALL CALENDAR IS FILLING UP ALREADY! We've got suppliers eager to get on our calendar, and it all starts with a September workshop from Elizabeth Spencer Winery! Their super-experienced National Sales manager, Alicia Seay, has been a friend and colleague of James's for almost 20 years, and will....
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Join James and Robby today (Sat 8/3) for a delightful traipse through the charming wines of France’s Loire Valley! Ranging from deeply familiar grapes like Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc, to more esoteric local varieties like Negrette, these wines offer a wonderfully accessible cross-section of what makes this ancient wine growing region as relevant today as it was in Roman times.
As always, our FREE Saturday tastings are casual, drop in affairs that go from 12-3pm. We’ll see y’all soon!
🍷IT’S ALMOST TASTING TIME🍷
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Join James and Robby today from 12-3pm for a delicious tour through the wines of !
These Pacific Northwest gems are crafted by sommelier/winemaker , who spent several years as head somm at Thomas Keller’s 3-Michelin⭐️ per se restaurant in Manhattan. These days Andre runs his own sexy NYC spot (& Sons) and still finds time to bring these delightful Oregon and Washington wines to market for ludicrously affordable prices.
We’ve worked with Andre’s wines for a long time now, and we’re super jazzed to bring you an entire tasting showcasing them. This one is not to be missed!
As always, our FREE Saturday tastings are casual, drop in affairs that go from 12-3. See y’all soon!
🍷IT’S ALMOST TASTING TIME!🍷
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Join James and Robby today for a chill cruise through Chile! These wines are all organically grown and made, and have the lift and energy one expects from the southern hemisphere stalwart. They’re also super affordable, so make yourself a pillow fort in the A/C for the weekend, and stock it with these beauties!
As always, our FREE Saturday tastings are casual, drop in affairs that go from 12-3pm. See y’all soon!
🍷OUR FAVORITE CASE DEAL IS BACK!🍷
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Wanna stock up on a silky, voluptuous red from Napa’s hottest winery? Then check out this deal we have on Caymus Grand Durif!
Our on-premise license lets us take advantage of restaurant pricing that isn’t offered to regular retail. So if you buy by the 12pk case, we can offer this wine at just over half price! Go to wine.com and fact check us if you want. $60 is the median going rate.
Click the link in our bio to order now. Wines arrive this Friday, 7/19. Giddy up!
You can also copy the link here and paste into your browser if you like:
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Click now to take advantage of a HUGE discount on a favorite from Caymus!
The Return of a Fan Favorite Case Deal!
🍷IT’S ALMOST TASTING TIME!🍷
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James + Robby are back at it today (Sat. July 13) with a scrumptious cross section of Sicilian gems from !
One of the most historic wineries on the island, Regaleali marries tradition with modern methodologies to create wines that ooze authenticity, but remain screaming values.
As always, our FREE Saturday wine tastings are casual, drop in affairs that go from 12-3pm. See y’all soon!
🍷IT’S ALMOST DEAL TIME🍷
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But not tasting time, just for this holiday week. Regular Saturday tastings resume next week, so don’t fret. We just wanted to give our staff a chance to enjoy the break.
HOWEVER!
There’s two SUPER deals to avail yourself of today! First, any purchase or $100 or more scores you a FREE $10 gift card. Use it however you like on any subsequent visit! Second, any wine or beer that you choose to enjoy here at Cork+Cap today will get 10% knocked off! Just because we like you!
You must shop in-store TODAY ONLY for these deals, and you MUST ASK for them. We have to see if the algorithm is actually reaching people. 😉
So let your Independence weekend go out with a bang, and save some serious dough on your weekend provisions! See y’all soon!
🇺🇸HAPPY 248th BIRTHDAY AMERICA!🇺🇸
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You barely look a day over 230. 😎
Anyway, though we normally close for the week, we’re gonna have some limited hours on either side of the 4th this year. I’m putting the close time at 6 most days, but if yall wanna come hang out, I’m not going to run you off right at 6. I really don’t know what to expect, so this is a bit of a beta test with the hours this week.
So come stock up on the goodies to make your 4th extra festive. Or just escape the heat on our shady and cooled porch. Either way, we’ll be here to help you make the most of a steamy holiday week and weekend. Yall be safe out on the water and stuff, and make sure not to run out of wine and beer at your various cookouts and pyrotechnic displays. 😎 💥 🧨 🇺🇸
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For today’s ❄️INDOOR❄️ tasting we’ve got special guest star Maxine, and four delicious value-driven wines from the southern hemisphere! From light and lively Chard, to big, rich Malbec, there’s a little something for everyone today. So come stock up for your 4th or July festivities, and escape the heat for a second or two. See y’all soon!
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🍷We *ARE* open all this week!🍷
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Erin and James are traveling to the hills to escape the heat for a few days, and to celebrate 10 years of wedded bliss. While we will be far away and off the grid, our store will be staffed and running with the best crew of employees a lil wine shop could ask for.
Check the graphic above for hours, and STAY TUNED for an exciting promotion we’ll be offering just for this week! It involves free wine, so you’ll want to perk up and listen!
🍷IT’S ALMOST TASTING TIME!🍷
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We love all the hundreds of NY State transplants we have among our customer base here at Cork+Cap. So today is for you! Four fun and delicious and DRY (NOT sweet) selections from the Finger Lakes and !
Robby and James will be on hand to guide you through these summery thirst quenchers, and as always, our FREE Saturday tastings are casual, drop in affairs that go from 12-3pm. See y’all soon!
🍷WINE+DINE TONIGHT!🍷
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Join us TONIGHT (Friday June 21) from 4-close for wine, sunshine, and delicious nibbles from .vegan.cuisine !
We’ve got tons of great $2 beer specials from Heist Brewing, and a newly stocked selection of Blake’s Hard Ciders.
And look. We know it’s hot. So if you want, come grab your food from Jen to go, and if you grab a bottle of wine to go from us as well, we’ll knock 15% off. You MUST buy food from Jen, and you MUST ask for this deal in order to get the 15% off.
So no excuses yall! Kick the weekend off right with unaccountably delicious plant-based goodies, AND a big discount on your wine. See y’all soon!
🍷ONLY A FEW TICKETS LEFT!!!🍷
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Wanna explore the history and legacy of Queen Maria Carolina while sipping wine in SOUTH Carolina?
Join us Sunday June 30 (530-7) for a fascinating dive into the history of , with our host from , John Johnson!
We’ll taste through five different treasures from this Sicilian stalwart, and enjoy a little Hapsburg history along the way. will be providing some thematically paired goodies on one of their immaculately styled boards, and James will be wandering around somewhere in the mix trying to be useful.
You can call or visit the store to buy tickets, or click the link in last week’s email. $50/pp, and there’s no tipping or extra sneaky charges. Get in touch today so you don’t miss this immensely fun and educational event!
🍷IT’S ALMOST TASTING **AND** LIVE MUSIC TIME!🍷
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Come join James, Robby, AND Mike Sasnow today for a delicious FREE tasting, and some sweet acoustic tunes!
Robby will be tasting some picnic-worthy Piedmont wines from Italy’s famed northwest corner. These budget friendly gulpers are perfect for warm weather outdoor activities, or the activity of sitting in a rocking chair and watching the world go by. Your choice! As always, our FREE Saturday tastings are casual, drop in affairs that go from 12-3pm.
And also during that time, Michael Sasnow will be playing a selection of old and new covers from our front porch “stage.” He was a big hit last time, and I’m sure everyone is going to dig the vibe he brings today!
See y’all soon!
Join us for a "legendary" workshop on June 30! Click the link for details and ticket sales!
A "Legendary" Wine Workshop for June!
THE LEGEND COMES ALIVE AT CORK+CAP! The Donnafugata is one of the oldest legendary characters in Sicilian history. According to locals, the name of this castle in Ragusa, Sicily comes from a legend about a woman who escaped from it, which is where donna fugata "fugitive woman" in Italian) comes from...
🍷IT’S TASTING TIME!!!🍷
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Join Robby and James today for a tour of South African stalwarts ! These gulpable, value-driven gems express pure, delicious varietal character, and for well under twenty bucks. If you’ve never explored South Africa before, these are a great entrance into one of the world’s best regions for value. See y’all soon!
🍷🎶IT’S ALMOST TASTING *AND* LIVE MUSIC TIME!!!🎶🍷
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Join James, Robby, AND .johnson today as we take advantage of this GORGEOUS spring day by pouring FIVE different Front Porch Favorites™️ and having our own front porch graced by Josephine and her sweet acoustic tunes.
As always, our FREE Saturday tastings are casual, drop in affairs that go from 12-3pm. See y’all soon!
🎶TOMORROW SATURDAY JUNE 1🎶
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Join us tomorrow, Saturday June 1, from 12-3pm for our weekly FREE wine tasting, and the sweet acoustic stylings of our favorite CSRA artist, .johnson !
We’ve got a handful of days left before the brunt of the summer heat arrives, so take advantage! Pack a picnic, come grab a bottle or three, and mellow out to JoJo’s relaxing vibes, and Robby’s delicious tasting! We’ll see y’all soon!
146 Laurens Street NW
Aiken, SC
29801
| Monday | 12pm - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 12pm - 8pm |
| Wednesday | 12am - 8pm |
| Thursday | 12am - 8pm |
| Friday | 12pm - 8pm |
| Saturday | 11am - 8pm |
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✨Happy New Year, friends! Thank you for helping to make 2023 the best year yet! 🥂
✨Happy New Year, friends! ✨Truth is- y’all feel more like family as each year goes by! We are beyond thankful for our amazing community of customers, staff and partners for every wine tasting, workshop, chef pop up et al that you ALL helped make a success in 2023. We are excited for what’s in store in 2024 and wish you all a fab NYE. Thank you #aikensc !! 🍾🥂❤️
Come join us by our cozy fire pits for some sipping and shopping with your best gal pals tonight! We’re open till at least 8pm!
Q: Who wants to knock out their shopping list *AND* get extra goodies for themselves? A: Everyone — Shop today through Wednesday, and get: 1.) A FREE bottle of wine with any gift card purchase of $50 Or 2.) Spend $100 on gift cards and get a FREE bottle AND a free $10 gift card for yourself! Rules: You must mention this post and ASK for this deal. Freebies last for as long as supplies last. So get on it y’all! Merry Christmas!
Hey y’all! We’re opening from 12-4 tomorrow (Sunday) for the Downtown Aiken Christmas Parade! Pony up at a spot in the courtyard, relax with a tasty beverage and join in the holiday spirit and fun of our hometown holiday parade on Laurens St!
Ok we may be a bit later than some 😬—but now that Thanksgiving is over, we’re getting into the holiday spirit! ✨ Check out the new gifts and goodies we’re putting out now! 🎁 We’ve got artisanal Sunday Advent Calendars and the *new* Winter Collection from Omnom Chocolate for the chocolate lovers in your life, St.Bernardus Holiday brews, LOTS of 🥂 festive bubbly (from grower champagne to cremants to frizzantes), and *new* this year —authentic Torronificio Scaldaferro torrone! These gifty items are perfect for hosts, teachers, neighbors (and Champagne is always well-received)! 😉 #jinglebells #merrymerry #giftideas #aikensc #aikensouthcarolina #aikencitylifestyle #visitaikensc
Getting into the Halloween spirit w/ this fizzy Italian white from ☠️Wines of Anarchy☠️. Clear, vibrant, golden bubbles are sure to scare all the spooks away!! Thanks to our neighbor Catherine for posting up on the porch and taking this pic!
Y'all come join us this Saturday, Dec. 31st between 12-3pm for a FREE tasting of some of our tastiest bubbly wines! Featuring 4 different sparkling wines from around the world (including Champagne, FR), find your style of bubbly to ring in the new year!
Santa heard they want gift cards this year! 🎅🏽 👉E-gift cards also available at: https://squareup.com/gift/WXKCHAQJZPYFC/order
It’s All Saints Day and #DYK there is a patron saint of wine? Saint-Vincent was a deacon, a martyr of the Church of Saragossa, Spain, who lived during the fourth century. He is now regarded as the patron saint and protector of winemakers. Celebrating St. Vincent in Burgundy each year is an ancient tradition that unites winemakers from each wine-producing village with one ambition: to transport the statue of the patron saint of winemakers from one winemaker to another. It is a convivial time in the Côte d’Or, a time when each village comes together to share each other’s company, food, music, and, of course, wine. (Pictured is a poster from a celebration in the 80s) So raise your glass today and share the love of wine!🍷 #allsaintsday #patronsaintofwine #wine #winehistory #winelover #burgundy #côtedor #celebrate #winemaker #winemakers #winecommunity
It’s Rosé time at Cork & Cap today! Come try 4 crushable rosés perfect for your Labor Day weekend hangs, BBQs, lake time, you name it! It’s FREE! 12-3pm!
There are many ways to experience Cork & Cap—what are your favorites? From Wine Club to Wine & Dine to Workshops, we've never had so much fun. Cheers!
So some people on your nice list simply do not drink beer or wine! It’s ok! We have a wide range of other gourmet gifts, including these two delicious chocolate treats described here by the CEO of our Welcome Committee. See y’all soon!
C O M I N G S O O N —the Thanksgiving six pack! Are you ready for this year’s specially curated wine picks? Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know. 👉shopcorkandcap.com
Hey y'all! Make sure to mark your calendars for upcoming Wine & Dines for dinner and drinks in the courtyard! 4-7pm (or until sold out) first come, first served! Next up! June 23rd: Paella´South will offer 3 different types of paella (Seafood Paella, Southern Paella, Traditional Chicken paella + Churros!) June 30th: Boudin Bros Cajun Kitchen is back with flavors from New Orleans! (July 7th: Cork & Cap will be closed, re-opening July 9th.) July 14th: Debut of El Torito Mexican Grill taco truck! July 23rd (it's a Friday!): Lobster Dogs-Food Truck South Carolina! July 28th: Paella´South joins us again! August dates are TBA, stay tuned! You can follow the schedule of events on our website at https://www.shopcorkandcap.com/eventsandtastings
🔥🍷NEW 3-PACK DEAL!!!🍷🔥 — It’s been a while since we rapped atcha about a fresh 3-pk, but this one is worth the wait! Reprising our super-popular tasting from this past Saturday, we’re bringing you three wines imported by the incomparable @ericsolomonselections! Marked by generous flavors and super accessible prices, Eric’s selections have been an important facet of what we do here since day one. So come discover a super fun cross section of Southern Europe by grabbing this exciting 3-pk! Normally $60 if purchased separately, these three Mediterranean gems are only $49 if bought together in this pack. We don’t have a limitless supply so stop in today, and we’ll see you soon, #aikensc ! . . . . . #aiken #aikensouthcarolina #aiken4aiken #downtownaiken #wine #winelover #winetime #wineoclock #thirstythursday #redwine #frenchwine #macedonia #macedonianwine @tikveswinery @mirafloreswinery
Come hang out with James for a Live IGTV tonight at 7:45pm! He’ll dive into pinxtos pairing perfect for Tapas Tuesday and give a sneak peek on Saturday’s Tasting! So tune in!
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