2009 CruiseCrazies ® Group Cruise

55ChevyLady · April 22, 2009

They say that there's a corkage fee if you bring the bottle to the dining room. What would happen if you poured a glass of wine in your cabin and carried it into the dining room? How would they know whether you got it at one of the bars or not?

OK, here i go again...But on Carnival they say they have a corkage fee but if you are nice to your waiter he will not charge you.

at least that's how it was with us.

deb1220 · April 22, 2009

They say that there's a corkage fee if you bring the bottle to the dining room. What would happen if you poured a glass of wine in your cabin and carried it into the dining room? How would they know whether you got it at one of the bars or not?

I never tried that but I don't see a problem with it. Like you said - how would they know...?

55ChevyLady · April 22, 2009

They say that there's a corkage fee if you bring the bottle to the dining room. What would happen if you poured a glass of wine in your cabin and carried it into the dining room? How would they know whether you got it at one of the bars or not?

I never tried that but I don't see a problem with it. Like you said - how would they know...?

and one glass of wine will do you through dinner... :wacko: not me, but that's me. :laugh:

JoeyandDavid · April 22, 2009

Joey have you tried the Black Box Wine? Definitely not cheap at $18.00 here but I'm curious........always wanted to try it. I actually don't mind the Target white table wine in the little cube.

no i havent.. to be honest i havent seen it.. box wine don't cross my radar.. but i will make a note to check it out !

deb1220 · April 22, 2009

I found this website:

http://www.blackboxwines.com/

JoeyandDavid · April 22, 2009

thanks Deb.. it is owned by a conglomerate... they are in business to sell alcohol not produce quality (JMO)

Founded in 1945 in Canandaigua, New York, Constellation Brands is the largest wine producing company by volume in the world. We are also the third largest U.S. beverage alcohol company based upon retail sales in the food and drug channels. Following Constellation’s formation of a joint venture with Mexico’s Grupo Modelo, Crown Imports LLC, our Mexican beer portfolio becomes the undisputed imported beer leader in the United States. Our North American spirits division portfolio of value and premium products also ranks among the top in its overall category.
Creative, operational and human capital has been critical in the formation of Constellation's most compelling asset: our powerful and unsurpassed portfolio of brands. Trusted by consumers and valued by distributors and retailers, this essential and dynamic lineup serves Constellation especially well within the higher-end premium categories where we target our investments and place our greatest emphasis.

Our portfolio allows Constellation Brands to be international in scope, yet local in focus. Combined with the portfolio, our highly decentralized structure advantageously positions the company to provide superior customer service by being close to regional markets and consumers. Our decentralized organizational structure and operational philosophy also enables Constellation to quickly identify and respond to emerging consumer trends -- most notably, the growing preference by consumers for premium beverages in most developed markets.

I think we will pass on the black box.. and stay with the our local wineries.. there are one or two of favorites that i hope to share a sampling with the ones that can tolerate a Chardonnay..I can still ship wine to rose.. she and howie offered to drive it down for us,