A few reflections on the Fourth
July Fourth is not only the birthday of the United States, it also causes us to reflect on what it means to be an immigrant. That rings true every year, and especially this year as America celebrates its 250th anniversary. Over time, we have accepted both our countries for different reasons, and even though neither one is perfect, we love them both. In fact, the reason we started this company is because Mirena wanted to create a business that would connect her two countries. And, we hope you agree that wine is a great ambassador!
We are thankful for our two countries, but also thankful to all of you who trust us with your orders. On behalf of Croatian winemakers, we truly appreciate the opportunity to introduce to you the indigenous Croatian varieties. If you happen to be in Croatia and find another variety you might be interested in, please send us an email at info@CroatianPremiumWine.com.
For those of you that watched the final Vatreni game, we empathize. (And as former high-tech professionals, we are amazed at the crucial role technology played in the outcome.) While the outcome for the Croatian team was frustrating, we are grateful that FIFA served as a great catalyst to get so many nations connected with such positive energy across the US. It has been a special and uplifting summer.
Here is a list of wines discounted by 15% to celebrate the vigor, skills and pride of the Vatreni, with a special salute to Luka Modrić, as well as to celebrate the summer:
Shipping Special – $19.95 for 6+ bottles, $14.95 for 12+ bottles
*** Summer Temp Control Shipping Protocol for Southern states ***
Due to high summer temperatures, we are using Temperature Control shipping protocols when appropriate. In some cases, this may delay shipments up to a week,
For some states, such as those adjacent to our fulfillment center in Windsor, CA, as well as some others, if in the Temp Control protocol, orders are packed in thermal protection shipping boxes with ice packs, and are shipped normally via FedEx Ground. The ice packs are effective for up to 3 days. These shipments will experience no delay.
For states in the South US Region in the Temp Control Protocol, we are using our own refrigerated trucks from the warehouse in Windsor to regional hubs. (Unfortunately, FedEx does not use refrigerated trucks for cross-country Ground shipments.) These orders are packed in thermal protection shipping boxes and receive their FedEx label and tracking number at the warehouse, but FedEx does not see them and initiate tracking until the order is handed over to FedEx at the regional hub. There FedEx scans them into their tracking system. Ice packs are inserted into the orders, and they should be delivered locally in 1-2 days.
Our refrigerated trucks leave Windsor once a week, usually on Fridays. Order submission cutoff for these trucks is noon ET on Thursdays. This protocol results in shipping delays of up to a week. If your shipment is being shipped in this manner, the shipping method at checkout will say “Temp Control to FedEx Ground”.
Any orders sent via FedEx 2-Day or Overnight air express (extra charge options that can be selected at checkout) are packed in thermal protection shipping boxes with ice packs, and are shipped normally via FedEx with no delay.
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Our default shipping method is FedEx Ground to most states from our warehouse and fulfillment center in Windsor, California. Orders are typically fulfilled 1-2 business days following the placement of the order, and take 2-7 business days to be delivered, depending on the shipping distance from our fulfillment warehouse in Windsor, California, and whether or not temperature-controlled shipping is used.
We offer 2nd Day Air and Next Day Air as options in some regions for more rapid delivery (check the shipping options dropdown menu when checking out). Extra charges apply.
The list of states to which we ship changes frequently as individual states update their regulations. We currently do NOT ship to the following states:
- Alaska
- Hawaii
- Mississippi
- Utah
Some states have recently changed their regulations which prevent us from shipping directly ourselves to these states. For these states, we use a third party shipper, who picks up orders once a week on Friday. This can add up to a week of shipping time. Currently these states are:
- Alabama
- Kansas
- Illinois
- Maine
- Ohio
- Tennessee
- Wisconsin