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| 120 | Malbec, Vida Organica, Mendoza 2007 | 4 | 7 50 | 29 | |||||||
| 100% Malbec, Racy and fresh taste that will delight the taste buds. | |||||||||||
| 121 | Bodegas Muga, Rioja 2006 | 4 50 | 8 | 33 | |||||||
| 60% Garnacha, 30% Viura, 10% Tempranillo, Racy and fresh taste that will delight the taste buds. | |||||||||||
| 122 | Lagrein, Terlano, Alto Adige 2006 | 5 | 9 | 35 | |||||||
| 100% Lagrein. Deep salmon-red in color with exotic fruit aromas. Light, fresh with well-balanced | |||||||||||
| acidity, notes of red fruit and crisp finish. | |||||||||||
| 123 | Niebaum-Coppola, "Sofia Rose" Carneros 2007 | 5 | 9 | 35 | |||||||
| 100 % Pinot Noir.Juicy black cherry, raspberry, and kiwi fruit while being dry | |||||||||||
| and refreshing on the palate. | |||||||||||
| 124 | Robert Oatley, Rose of Sangiovese, Mudgee Australia 2008 | 5 50 | 10 | 40 | |||||||
| 100% Sangiovese. Full and intricate. Intense aroma of little red fruits. Spicy | |||||||||||
| strawberry flavor, dry and well rounded finish. | |||||||||||
| 125 | Prieure de Montezargues, Tavel, Rhone 2005 | 5 | 9 | 35 | |||||||
| Clairette, Syrah. Solidly structured and well rounded. Great flavors of | |||||||||||
| strawberry and wild fruit. | |||||||||||
| 126 | Chateau de Pampelonne, Cotes de Provence 2007 | 5 50 | 10 | 40 | |||||||
| 75% Cinsault,25% Grenache. Timptingly silky and voluptuous. | |||||||||||
| 127 | Chateau des Beaumelles, Bandol, Provence 2007 | 52 | |||||||||
| 60% Mourvedre, 30% Cinsault,10% Grenache. Smells of summer peaches, green grasses, and strawberries | |||||||||||
| In the mouth it is just as delightful with flavors of peach and cantaloupe.Gorgeous and lengthy finish. | |||||||||||
| 128 | Domaine Ott, Chateau de Selle, Cotes de Provence 2007 | 67 | |||||||||
| Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Cinsault. Apricot, Grapefruit pulp, fruity and spicy. | |||||||||||
| OLD WORLD | |||||||||||
| FRANCE white | |||||||||||
| 131 | Roussette de Savoie, Domaine Jean Perrier et fils "Cuvee Reservee" 2005 | 29 | |||||||||
| 100% Altesse. The nose has a combination of honey, gingerbread, orange preserve and thyme. Full-bodied, rich | |||||||||||
| with with long frank finish. An elegant wine with fine overtones of white pepper and fruit zests. Lingering spicy finish. | |||||||||||
| 130 | Chardonnay, Jacques & Francois Lurton "Les Salices" Pay d'Oc 2006 | 4 50 | 8 | 31 | |||||||
| 100% Chardonnay. Fresh and crisp, packed with fruit. | |||||||||||
| 131 | Viognier, Chateau La Canorgue, Vin de Pays de Vaucluse 2006 | 5 | 9 | 35 | |||||||
| 100% Viognier . Deliciously silky apricots aplenty on the palate are accompanied by a lovely | |||||||||||
| citrus and fruity character. Structured with a fantastically long finish. | |||||||||||
| 132 | Quincy, Domaine Sylvain Bailly, Loire 2006 | 5 | 9 50 | 38 | |||||||
| 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Dry, quite full bodied. Great purity of flavors with an | |||||||||||
| excellent finish. | |||||||||||
| 133 | Sancerre Old Vine, Patient Cotat, Loire 2005 | 6 | 11 50 | 43 | |||||||
| 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Fresh flavor of citrus, herbs, and apple in this crisp | |||||||||||
| yet round white. Well balanced and refreshing. | |||||||||||
| 134 | Gewürztraminer, Riefle , Alsace 2006 | 46 | |||||||||
| 100% Gewürztraminer. An expressive and complex wine, displaying floral notes grapefruit and lychee nuts | |||||||||||
| on the palate. A very powerful and aromatic white wine. | |||||||||||
| FRANCE white | |||||||||||
| GLASS | BOTTLE | ||||||||||
| BIN NO. | 2.5 oz | 5 oz | |||||||||
| 135 | Riesling, Zind Humbrecht, Alsace 2005 | 46 | |||||||||
| 100% Riesling. Well balanced, acidity is moderated by the texture. The body | |||||||||||
| is solid and sturdy. Beautiful fresh finish. | |||||||||||
| 136 | Savennieres, Domaine des Beaumard "Clos Papillon", Loire 2004 | 55 | |||||||||
| 100% Chenin Blanc. A magnificent wine. Extremely elegant and sophisticated. | |||||||||||
| 137 | Chablis, Louis Michel 1er Cru "Montmains" 2005 | 59 | |||||||||
| 100% Chardonnay. Amazingly complex wine, combining rich mineral flavors, | |||||||||||
| bright fruit and impeccable balance. | |||||||||||
| 138 | Condrieu, Domaine Cheze "Cuvee de Breze" 2004 | 82 | |||||||||
| 100% Vognier. Very lush, with tropical guava and papaya notes carried by a creamy texture, with | |||||||||||
| hints of butter, almond, and peach in the background and a long rich finish. | |||||||||||
| 139 | Blanc Fume de Pouilly by Didier Dagueneau, Loire 2005 | 92 | |||||||||
| 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Wine of an incredible finesse, representing the purest | |||||||||||
| expression of Sauvignon Blanc. | |||||||||||
| 140 | Puligny Montrachet, Thierry et Pascale Matrot "La Quintessence" 2005 | 98 | |||||||||
| 100% Chardonnay. Vibrant, lively, compact, and concentrated. Citrus and ripe fruit. | |||||||||||
| FRANCE red | |||||||||||
| 145 | Pic St. Loup, Bergerie de l'Hortus 2006 | 4 50 | 8 50 | 33 | |||||||
| 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 10% Mourvedre. Elegant in style with a hint of | |||||||||||
| meaty complexity. Smooth texture and surprising length. | |||||||||||
| 146 | Les Baux de Provence, Domaine des Terres Blanches 2004 | 4 75 | 9 | 35 | |||||||
| 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Cinsault, 10% Cab. Sauv. Showing richly extracted dark | |||||||||||
| fruit, coffee, and ripe tannins. Bottled unfiltered. (Organic) | |||||||||||
| 147 | Rasteau, Perrin et Fils "L'Andeol" Rhone 2004 | 5 | 9 50 | 38 | |||||||
| 80% Grenache,20% Syrah, Full-bodied and suave in texture. The flavors are reminiscent | |||||||||||
| of black fruit and cocoa, and the finish is intense. | |||||||||||
| 148 | Vin de Pays des Cotes Catalanes, Domaine Calvet-Thunevin"Cuvee Constance" 2004 | 39 | |||||||||
| 60% Old Vine Grenache,30% Syrah, 10% Carignan. Generous and well aged wine. The finish is refined | |||||||||||
| and delicious, full of fruits in the great style of Roussillon. | |||||||||||
| 149 | Chinon, Charles Joguet "Cuvee du Terroir", Loire 2005 | 44 | |||||||||
| 100% Cab. Franc.Very ripe fruit dominates,with typical animal notes already present,over very full matter | |||||||||||
| The acidulous support offers up Morello cherry aromas. | |||||||||||
| 150 | Morgon, Marcel Lapierre, Beaujolais Cru 2006 | 46 | |||||||||
| 100% Gamay. Bright red, ripe, precise raspberry, and blackberry scents are suavely accented by violet | |||||||||||
| and white pepper. Long, juicy finish. | |||||||||||
| 151 | Crozes Hermitage, Etienne Guigal, Rhone 2005 | 49 | |||||||||
| 100% Syrah. Spicy with abundant clove, leather, and black pepper. Plum and cassis exists on the mid palate, | |||||||||||
| with savory acidity and silky tannins that compliment the fruit seamlessly. | |||||||||||
| 152 | Collioure, Dr. Parce ,Domaine du Mas Blanc "Junquets'' 2004 | 49 | |||||||||
| 60% Syrah, 30% Mourvedre, 10% Counoise. Powerful, concentrated with a spicy finish. | |||||||||||
| 153 | Bandol, Domaine Gros Nore 2005 | 63 | |||||||||
| 65% Mourvedre, 35% Grenache. Big and spicy. Loaded with wild berry, licorice, truffle, violet, and cherry | |||||||||||
| flavors. A real symphony. | |||||||||||
| 154 | Graves, Chateau Jouvente 2002 | 7 | 13 | 52 | |||||||
| 60% Melot 40% Cab. Sauv. Concentrated aromas of wood and rich spices accompanied by red fruits. | |||||||||||
| On the palate, rich and smooth and perfectly balanced. Finishes on an elegant and particularly | |||||||||||
| harmonious tannic note. | |||||||||||
| 155 | Saint Emilion, Chateau Roland-Maillet "Grand Cru" 2005 | 93 | |||||||||
| 80% Merlot, 20% Cab.Franc and Cab. Sauv. Aromas are reminiscent of small red berries. The flavors are | |||||||||||
| rich with ripe tannins, blackberries, and long, smooth finish. | |||||||||||
| 156 | Pinot Noir, Andre Scherer, Alsace 2006 | 39 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Toasted dark berry aromas. Flavors of ginger bread and coconut. Excellent depth of fruit | |||||||||||
| as well as loads of well-ripened tannin. | |||||||||||
| FRANCE red | GLASS | ||||||||||
| BIN NO. | 2.5 oz | 5 oz | BOTTLE | ||||||||
| 158 | Volnay, J. M. Boillot "Pitures" 1er Cru Bourgogne 2004 | 8 25 | 16 | 64 | |||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Black fruit on the palate, nicely dense, it is ripe and freshly fruity with excellent balance, | |||||||||||
| a surprisingly supple presence, and firm finish. | |||||||||||
| 159 | Pinot Noir, Ostertag, Alsace 2005 | 78 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Good dark color. Cotes de Nuits Burgundian in appearance, jammy nose of bright red fruit and smoke. | |||||||||||
| Full flavor, sweet, herbal tone hints, and a long finish with a suggestion of a cigar box cedar. | |||||||||||
| 160 | Gevrey Chambertin, Bruno Clair "La Petite Chapelle" 1er Cru 2003 | 98 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir.Vibrant and pure, showing blackberry and cassis aromas and flavors that pick up earth | |||||||||||
| and mineral notes by the finish. Well-structured with dense but not overpowering tannins. Excellent finish. | |||||||||||
| 161 | Les Baux de Provence Mas de Gourgonnier - "Reserve" 2003 | 57 | |||||||||
| 33% Grenache, 33% Syrah, 33% Cab. Ruby red emanating aromas of cassis and guarrigue, | |||||||||||
| lavender, honey, cocoa powder, and violets. An awesome essence of Provence. | |||||||||||
| 162 | Domaine de Trevallon, Vin de Pays des Bouches du Rhône 2003 | 76 | |||||||||
| 50% Cab. Sauv., 50% Syrah. A balanced and elegant wine, combining power, | |||||||||||
| structure, finesse, and length. | |||||||||||
| 163 | Chateauneuf du Pape, Saint Benoit "Grande Garde" 2004 | 8 | 15 | 59 | |||||||
| 39% Grenache, 33%Mourvedre,22% Syrah, 6% Cinsault. A concoction of savory, meaty, raspberry and cherry | |||||||||||
| characteristics followed by dense, full-bodied yet elegant Chateauneuf with a heady, sexy finish. | |||||||||||
| 164 | Chateauneuf du Pape, Chateau Fortia "Tradition" 2005 | 76 | |||||||||
| 75% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 5% Mourvedre. Deep ruby color, as well as sweet, blackberry-scented nose | |||||||||||
| with herb and spice notes. Fine body purity, in addition to moderate tannins in the finish. | |||||||||||
| 165 | Chateauneuf du Pape, E. Guigal 2003 | 79 | |||||||||
| 80% Old Vine Grenache,10% Syrah,5% Mourvedre,5% Other. Awesome aroma of deep red cherry, earth, | |||||||||||
| and mushrooms. Shows peppery, black fruits with a hint of leather and spice. | |||||||||||
| 166 | Chateauneuf du Pape, Cuvee du Vatican "Tradition" 2006 | 84 | |||||||||
| 50% Grenache, 50% Syrah and Mourvedre. This wine exhibits plenty of garrigue, licorice, | |||||||||||
| ground pepper, black currants, figs and plums | |||||||||||
| 167 | Chateauneuf du Pape, Chateau la Nerthe 2004 | 85 | |||||||||
| 56% Grenache, 24% Syrah, 12% Mourvedre, 8% Cinsault. Dark plum/garnet color with a big nose of dusty, loamy | |||||||||||
| soil notes intermixed with red-black fruits and hints of herbs, pepper and mineral. It has excellent texture and is soft and ripe. | |||||||||||
| 168 | Chateauneuf du Pape, Roger Sabon "Reserve" 2004 | 89 | |||||||||
| 80% Grenache, 12%Syrah, 8%Mourvedre. This has all the ripe,nearly exotic plum, blackberry, | |||||||||||
| briar, and bacon aromas and flavors of the vintage but without any hard edges. Seriously plush | |||||||||||
| and fleshy through the finish which shows floral hints as well. Gorgeous. | |||||||||||
| 169 | Chateauneuf du Pape, Domaine Pierre Usseglio et Fils 2005 | 92 | |||||||||
| 90% Grenache,5% Mourvedre, 5% Cinsault. Spicy earthtiness, good, fresh lively berry and | |||||||||||
| cherry fruit, hints of saddle leather and resiny notes along with some herbes de Provence. | |||||||||||
| Medium-bodied, elegant and Burgundian styled. | |||||||||||
| 170 | Chateauneuf du Pape, Domaine Ferrand "Philippe Bravay" 2004 | 96 | |||||||||
| 90% Grenache, 10% with the other 12 Chateauneuf varietals. Dense, saturated purple color to the rim offer up | |||||||||||
| notes of seaweed wrappers from a sushi bar interwoven with licorice, blackberries, crème de cassis, kirsch | |||||||||||
| liqueur, and Asian spice. Superbly concentrated with terrific purity. | |||||||||||
| 171 | Chateauneuf du Pape, Le vieux Donjon 2005 | 98 | |||||||||
| 65% Grenache Noir,15% Mourvedre,15%Syrah,5% Cinsault. Juicy and spicy, with lots of raspberry ganache | |||||||||||
| and blueberry notes offset by hints of milled spices, black tea, and fig cake. Really picks up steam on the finish | |||||||||||
| with a racy, mounth-watering minerality. | |||||||||||
| 171 | Chateauneuf du Pape, Bosquet des Papes"A la Gloire de mon Grand Pere" 2004 | 98 | |||||||||
| 98% Old Vine Grenache, 2% Grenache white and Clairette .Gorgeous. Pepper, guarrigue, licorice root, | |||||||||||
| black cherry, and sanguine flavors that are supple and lenghty. Long and beautiful finish. | |||||||||||
| 172 | Chateauneuf du Pape, Mas de Boislauzon "Cuvee Tradition" 2006 | 98 | |||||||||
| 65% Grenache, 35% Mourvedre. Full-bodied, with superb purity, loads of blackberry and kirsch notes intermix | |||||||||||
| with smoke , creosote, incense, and truffle. Full, powerful, rich, with sweet tannin and good acidity. | |||||||||||
| ITALY white | GLASS | BOTTLE | |||||||||
| BIN NO. | 2.5 oz | 5 oz | |||||||||
| 178 | Vernaccia di San Geminiano, San Quirico, Tuscany 2006 | 29 | |||||||||
| 100% Vernaccia. Crisp, dry, and refreshing with a slightly bitter after taste and perfect acidity. | |||||||||||
| 179 | Soave Classico, Suavia, Veneto 2006 | 34 | |||||||||
| 95% Garganega, 5% Trebbiano di Soave. Dry and fresh, long and medium-bodied. | |||||||||||
| 180 | Muller -Thurgau, Terlano, Alto Adige 2005 | 39 | |||||||||
| 100% Muller-Thurgau (A cross of Riesling and Sylvaner). Light aromatic bouquet of tropical fruit. Dry and | |||||||||||
| medium-bodied on the palate with flavors of mango and peach balanced by crisp acidity. | |||||||||||
| 181 | Pinot Grigio, Vigneti Pittaro, Friuli 2006 | 5 50 | 10 | 39 | |||||||
| 100% Pinot Grigio. Delicately perfumed with scents of flowers and spice. It features almond, | |||||||||||
| tangerine, and apricot fruits. Softly textured and balanced with a crisp, citrus finish. | |||||||||||
| 182 | Fiano di Avellino Mastroberardino, Campania 2006 | 5 | 9 50 | 39 | |||||||
| 100% Fiano di Avellino. The wine offers a delicate bouquet of pears and toasted hazelnut, | |||||||||||
| followed by hints of white flowers and tropical fruit. | |||||||||||
| 183 | Pigato, Laura Aschero, Liguria 2007 | 89 | |||||||||
| 100% Pigato. Floral aromas of wild flowers and sage. The flavor is dry yet soft-peachy | |||||||||||
| fruitiness. Dry and mineral on the finish. | |||||||||||
| 184 | Testamatta "Bugia" Toscana 2005 | 98 | |||||||||
| 100% Ansonica, Isola del Giglio. Notes of passion fruit, mandarin, vanilla, white pepper, and minerals on the nose. | |||||||||||
| A soft and toasty palate persists with a long spicy finish. | |||||||||||
| ITALY red | |||||||||||
| 185 | Primitivo , Liveli "Orion" Salento 2005 | 4 50 | 8 | 32 | |||||||
| 100% Primitivo. Velvety, elegant, and intense with firm tannins that are structured | |||||||||||
| without over-powering the wine's natural character. | |||||||||||
| 186 | Perdera, Argiolas, Sardegna 2006 | 4 50 | 8 50 | 34 | |||||||
| 100% Monica di Sardegna. Persistent nose of ripened fruit. On the palate, it | |||||||||||
| is round with firm tannins and a sweet aftertaste. Very vibrant and rustic. | |||||||||||
| 187 | Ramitello, Di Majo Norante, Riserva Molisse 2003 | 4 75 | 9 | 36 | |||||||
| 80% Prugnolo,20% Aglianico. Full-bodied and lush yet velvety with a perfect balance between the supple | |||||||||||
| flavors of wildberries and the pleasing acidity. Long finish with spice and licorice aromas. | |||||||||||
| 188 | Duca San Felice, Librandi Rosso Riserva, Calabria 2003 | 39 | |||||||||
| 100% Gaglioppo. Full bodied with flavors of Mediterranean fruits such as figs | |||||||||||
| and dates. Finished with big, broad, dusty tannins. | |||||||||||
| 189 | Nero d'Avola, Morgante, Sicilia 2005 | 5 | 9 50 | 38 | |||||||
| 100% Nero d'Avola. Plenty of fat, supple tannins with concentrated finish. | |||||||||||
| 190 | Chianti Classico, Contessa Di Radda, Toscana 2003 | 5 25 | 10 | 39 | |||||||
| 80% Prugnolo Gentile,10% Cannaiolo Nero,10% Malvasia. A unique spectrum of flavors | |||||||||||
| starting with the ripe dark-berry fruit, medium body, hints of spice, and equally balanced finish. | |||||||||||
| 191 | Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Valle Reale, Abruzzo 2005 | 37 | |||||||||
| 100% Montelulciano d'Abruzzo. Surprisingly concentrated, with silky tannins | |||||||||||
| and layers of dark berry fruit and spices. | |||||||||||
| 192 | Barbera, "Camp de Rouss", Luigi Coppo, Piemonte 2004 | 45 | |||||||||
| 100% Barbera. Full body and velvety smooth. | |||||||||||
| 193 | Dolcetto d'Alba, Tenuta L'Illuminata "Savincato", Piemonte 2003 | 45 | |||||||||
| 100% Dolcetto. Intense ruby-red color with hints of violet. An intense and fruity bouquet is reminiscent of | |||||||||||
| small red fruits (cherry, bilberry and blackberry). The flavor is ample, well-balanced, and long lasting. | |||||||||||
| 194 | La Grola, Allegrini, Veneto 2004 | 7 | 13 | 52 | |||||||
| 70% Corvina Veronese,15% Rondinela,10%Syrah,5%Sangiovese.Full-bodied, intense and elegant wine. | |||||||||||
| Deep ruby red in color, it has a wide and embracing bouquet with scents of forest fruits, juniper, tobacco, | |||||||||||
| and coffee essences. | |||||||||||
| ITALY red | GLASS | BOTTLE | |||||||||
| BIN NO. | 2.5 oz | 5 oz | |||||||||
| 195 | Carmignano, Capezzana, Toscana 2003 | 7 50 | 14 | 56 | |||||||
| 80% Sangiovese,20%Cabernet Sauv. Soft, firm, fat with dense and sweet tannins, well-balanced | |||||||||||
| acidity in harmony with both texture and body. Long and persistent finish. | |||||||||||
| 196 | Borgo Scopeto Borgonero, Toscana, 2001 (Super Tuscan) | 58 | |||||||||
| 60% Sangiovese, 20% Shiraz, 20% Cab.Sauv. Full body, compound, and silky | |||||||||||
| tannins; of great harmony and surprising softness. | |||||||||||
| 197 | Pinot Noir, Les Cretes "Vigne la Tour" Valle d'Aosta 2005 | 68 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Expression of ripe Pinot Noir red fruit, balsamic aromas, and notes of leather and game. | |||||||||||
| Satiny in its flow and well-sustained right through to the finish. | |||||||||||
| 198 | Monsordo Rosso, Ceretto, Piemonte (Super Piemontese) 2002 | 72 | |||||||||
| 60% Cabernet Sauv., 10% Pinot Noir, 20% Merlot, 10% Nebbiolo. Rich and | |||||||||||
| complex, reinforced by touches of vanilla and spice. Opulent structure and soft | |||||||||||
| tannins. The one to try. | |||||||||||
| 199 | Tenuta I Collazzi , Toscana 2004 ( Super Tuscan) | 89 | |||||||||
| Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cab. Franc. Beautiful aromas of berries, currant,and licorice | |||||||||||
| follow through to a full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins and long finish. Balanced and Rich. | |||||||||||
| 200 | Barbaresco "Rabaja" Giuseppe Cortese, Piemonte 2003 | 89 | |||||||||
| 100% Nebbiolo. Full bodied, powerful yet elegant, supple-texture. | |||||||||||
| 201 | Barolo, Rocche Costamagna "Rocche Dell'Annunziata" Piemonte 2004 | 89 | |||||||||
| 100% Nebbiolo. Berry and plum character with just a hint of earth. Medium-bodied, with | |||||||||||
| fine tannins and licorice and fruit after taste. | |||||||||||
| 201 | Barolo, Attilio Ghisolfi "Bricco Visette" Piedmonte 2003 | 94 | |||||||||
| 100% Nebbiolo. A deep garnet color with text book scents of red berry, tar, cedar, and anise. Medium to full-bodied | |||||||||||
| with great structure but also great drinkability because of its soft and velvety tannins. | |||||||||||
| 202 | Barolo, Prunotto, Piemonte 2003 | 96 | |||||||||
| 100% Nebbiolo. Dry on the palate, full-bodied and elegant with an ideal balance | |||||||||||
| of extract alcohol, good acidity with optimal ribbing sweet tannins. | |||||||||||
| 203 | Barolo, Seghesio "La Villa" Piemonte 2003 | 97 | |||||||||
| 100% Nebbiolo. Rich, full-bodied, and opulent wine. It possesses fabulous spice and | |||||||||||
| fruit, as well as a fresh, high-toned character. | |||||||||||
| 204 | Barolo, Paolo Scavino, Piemonte 2004 | 98 | |||||||||
| 100% Nebbiolo. Intense, elegant, black cherry, blueberry jam, vanilla. Full-bodied, concentrated, complex, | |||||||||||
| tannic, quite intense and persistent. | |||||||||||
| 205 | Brunello di Montalcino , Mastrojanni Toscana 2003 | 98 | |||||||||
| 100% Sangiovese Grosso. Intense matured fruit with spicy notes. Full, persistent with | |||||||||||
| soft and elegant tannins. | |||||||||||
| SPAIN white | |||||||||||
| 210 | Marquis de Alella Classico, Alella 2005 | 27 | |||||||||
| 100% Pansa Blanca. Unctuous. Long in the mouth with volume and character. | |||||||||||
| 211 | Gramona,"Gessami" , Penedes 2006 | 5 25 | 9 50 | 38 | |||||||
| 60% Muscat of Alexandria, 30% Sauv. Bl., 10% Muscat de Frontignac. Aromatic burst .Like a walk in the spring | |||||||||||
| (roses,jasmine,fennel,apricot and peach). Long and smooth aftertaste. | |||||||||||
| 212 | Albarino Condes del Albarei, Rias Baixas 2007 | 5 25 | 9 50 | 38 | |||||||
| 100% Albarino. Real depth and fruit, with a fresh, lively acidity. | |||||||||||
| 212 | Vina Sila," Naiades'' Rueda 2005 | 58 | |||||||||
| 100% Verdejo. Aromas reminiscent of ripe melons and pears on the palate with citrus flavors of kiwi | |||||||||||
| and grapefruit that follow through to a long elegant finish. | |||||||||||
| SPAIN red | GLASS | BOTTLE | |||||||||
| BIN NO. | 2.5 oz | 5 oz | |||||||||
| 214 | Navarra, Bodegas Artazu "Artazuri" 2006 | 32 | |||||||||
| 100% Grenache. Tart, red cherry flavors with distinct acidity. There are also subtle flavors of peppery spice | |||||||||||
| and hints of green bell pepper. | |||||||||||
| 215 | Yecla , Bodegas Castano "Hecula" 2005 | 4 75 | 9 | 36 | |||||||
| 100% Monastrell (Mourverde) Delicious notes of black cherries and blueberries , well-structured, | |||||||||||
| medium body with a long seamless after-taste. A lovely wine. | |||||||||||
| 216 | Campo de Borja, "Reserva Seleccion" Borsao 2001 | 5 25 | 9 75 | 39 | |||||||
| 65% Tempranillo, 30% Cab. Sauvignon, 5% Merlot. Suave and silky, but firm. Intensely flavored | |||||||||||
| and rich but tightly wound and uncompromising. | |||||||||||
| 217 | Rioja, Cune, Crianza 2005 | 5 50 | 10 | 39 | |||||||
| 80% Tempranillo, 20% Garnacha Tinta & Mazuelo. Plum, damson, coffee tones with toasty vanilla. Full | |||||||||||
| rounded, deep palate, long, and satisfying. Rich, fruity length with a nice finish and a touch of acidity and oak. | |||||||||||
| 218 | Toro, Matarredonda "Juanrojo" 2004 | 47 | |||||||||
| 100% Tinto de Toro or Tempranillo. Nice dark red color with a purple hint. Primary aromas dominate the | |||||||||||
| nose (blackberry and cherry) along with a touch of bay leaf and spice. The palate is rich and long lasting | |||||||||||
| with a tasty berry-fruit finish. | |||||||||||
| 219 | Rioja, Beronia Reserva 2001 | 6 50 | 12 | 48 | |||||||
| 89% Tempranillo, 6% Mazuelo, 5% Graciano. Intense black currant aromas and deicate vanilla notes. | |||||||||||
| Velvety smooth with concentrated ripe fruit flavors and a long lingering finish. | |||||||||||
| 220 | Bierzo, Jose Palacios "Petalos de Bierzo" 2006 | 49 | |||||||||
| 100% Mencia. Mighty aromas of blueberry, blackberry, cherry, and vanilla. Its extremely tasty body is | |||||||||||
| elegant and tremendously rich, | |||||||||||
| 221 | Rioja Gran Reserva, Conde de Valdemar 1997 | 55 | |||||||||
| 80% Tempranillo, 20% Mazuelo. Rich, mouth filling, medium tannins and silky finish. | |||||||||||
| 222 | Ribera del Duero, Arrocal Seleccion 2004 | 59 | |||||||||
| 100% Tinto Fino. Bright violet. Vibrant, perfumed scents of expansive blackberry, cassis, rose and graphite, | |||||||||||
| focused, pure dark berry flavors are brightened by brisk mineral and floral pastille qualities. The wine's fine | |||||||||||
| grained tannins do not detract from its sweet, vivid fruit. Great verve. | |||||||||||
| 223 | Rioja, Remelluri "Gran Nuest" 2002 | 66 | |||||||||
| 80% Tempranillo, (20% Garnacha,Graziano and Mazuelo).Shockingly fresh and poised, with bitter cherry and | |||||||||||
| black currant flavors, chewy texture, and fine-grained tannins. Finishes juicy, clean, and precise with a peppery kick. | |||||||||||
| 224 | Priorato, Vall Llach "Embruix" 2003 | 67 | |||||||||
| 40% Carinena, 20% Merlot, 15% Cab. 15% Syrah, 10% Garnacha. A blast of flavors. | |||||||||||
| Vanilla, berry, and floral notes are very vivid and focused. Wonderful and long finish. | |||||||||||
| 225 | Alicante ,Laderas de Pinoso "El Seque" 2006 | 68 | |||||||||
| 80% Monastrell (Mourvedre)10% Cab. Sauv. 10%Syrah. Spicy, concentrated, and well-structured. | |||||||||||
| Ends with a rich finish. | |||||||||||
| 226 | Priorato, Mas Doix "Salanques" 2004 | 79 | |||||||||
| 60%Garnacha, 25%Carinena, 5%Merlot, 5%Cab. Sauv., 5% Syrah . | |||||||||||
| A blast of flavor. Vanilla, berry, and floral notes are very vivid and focused. | |||||||||||
| 227 | Penedes, Torres "Mas la Plana" 2003 | 79 | |||||||||
| 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. A smooth elegant wine with a real precision of balance. | |||||||||||
| Flavors of woodsmoke and black fruits. | |||||||||||
| 228 | Priorato, Alvaro Palacios "Les Terrasses" 2005 | 79 | |||||||||
| 60% Garnacha, 30% Carinena, 10% Cab. Sauv. A fascinating wine produced from ancient vines in some of | |||||||||||
| the world most prestigious vineyards. It has a combination of ripe fruit and dense structure that is difficult | |||||||||||
| to find anywhere else in the world. | |||||||||||
| 229 | Priorato, Roquers de Porrera 2003 | 85 | |||||||||
| 40% Grenache, 40% Carignan, 7% Merlot, 7% Cab. Sauv. 6% Syrah. 75 years average old vines. Blueberry | |||||||||||
| and blackberry flavors are deep and pure in this stylish red. Coffee, and mineral accents add complexity, | |||||||||||
| and the tannins are powerfu lyet well integrated. A touch of heat and raisin on the finish. | |||||||||||
| 230 | Sardon del Duero, Quinta Sardonia 2004 | 93 | |||||||||
| 42% Tinto Fino, 28% Cab., 16% Merlot, 5% Syrah, 5% Petit Verdot, 2% Malbec, 2% Cab. Franc. | |||||||||||
| Medium to full-bodied and elegant, with a Bordeaux-like textural profile, beautiful purity, | |||||||||||
| and abundant quantities of fruit as well as spice. (Biodynamics) | |||||||||||
| 231 | Priorato, Cellers Ripoll Sans "Clos a Batllet" 2002 | 93 | |||||||||
| 65% Carinena, 21% Grenache, 8% Cab. Sauv., 6% Syrah. Deep and concentrated, very focused. Amazing finish. | |||||||||||
| SPAIN red | GLASS | ||||||||||
| BIN NO. | 2.5 oz | 5 oz | BOTTLE | ||||||||
| 232 | Pla de Bages, Bodegas Masies d'Avinyos "Abadal" 2003 | 95 | |||||||||
| 40% Cab. Franc, 40% Cab. Sauv. 20% Syrah. Deep purple in color, the wine has a hugely expressive nose | |||||||||||
| of spice box, herbs, black currants, and blackberry reminiscent of a top Saint Emilion. The flavors already | |||||||||||
| are complex as well as rich, the texture velvety, and the balance impeccable. | |||||||||||
| 233 | Jumilla, Bodegas El Nido "Clio" 2005 | 97 | |||||||||
| 70% Mourvedre (60 years old vines), 30% Cab. Sauv. (26 years old vines). Its deep purple color is accompanied | |||||||||||
| by classic aromas of crème de cassis intermixed with licorice, expresso roast, and toasty oak. Its broad, | |||||||||||
| intensely flavored, super-opulent personality offers up great fruit and soft tannins, and a heady, long finish. | |||||||||||
| MOROCCO red | |||||||||||
| 235 | Guerrouanne Rouge, Les Celliers de Meknes, 2007 | 4 50 | 8 | 31 | |||||||
| Carignan, Cinsault and Alicante-Bouchet. Full-bodied, soft & fruity. The sun of Morocco in the bottle. | |||||||||||
| PORTUGAL red | |||||||||||
| 238 | Esteva, Douro 2004 | 4 50 | 8 | 31 | |||||||
| Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca and Tinta Barroca. Loaded with delicious dry fruit flavor and spices. It is | |||||||||||
| a very agreeable and easy to drink wine. | |||||||||||
| GERMANY white | |||||||||||
| 241 | Riesling Kabinett Dry, Langwerth Von Simmern, Rheingau 2006 | 6 | 11 | 44 | |||||||
| 100% Riesling. Full-bodied wine with an elegant structure and harmonic acidity and sweetness, attractive | |||||||||||
| clearness, aromas of fresh apple and apricot. | |||||||||||
| 242 | Riesling Spatlese,Dr Loosen "Urziger Wurzgarten" Mosel-Saar -Ruver" 2006 | 59 | |||||||||
| 100% Reisling. Creamy and rich, showing mango, guava, and vanilla notes. | |||||||||||
| Bright structure. Balanced, with a peach and mineral aftertaste. | |||||||||||
| AUSTRIA white | |||||||||||
| 252 | Riesling, Domaine Wachau, Terrassen Wachau 2006 | 4 75 | 9 | 36 | |||||||
| 100% Riesling. Racy, delicate, dry. Great fruit. | |||||||||||
| 253 | Gruner Veltliner, Weinrieder, Weinviertel Dac 2007 | 6 | 11 | 43 | |||||||
| 100% Gruner Veltliner. Lighter style, flavor of fresh ground pepper. | |||||||||||
| AUSTRIA red | |||||||||||
| 255 | Zweigelt Siglos, J. Heinrich, Deutschkrutz, Millelburgenland 2005 | 36 | |||||||||
| 90% Zweigelt. 10% Blaufrankish. A typical, full-bodied zweigelt that displays a good tannin structure, | |||||||||||
| yet is also very smooth and pleasant. This wine impresses with its character despite its simplicity. | |||||||||||
| 255 | Pinot Noir, Juris, Gols, Neusiedlersee 2006 | 54 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Concentrated Pinot Noir nose of black currants with fragrance of violets. | |||||||||||
| Powerful body, spicy finish. | |||||||||||
| SLOVENIA red | |||||||||||
| 256 | Big Red, Santomas ''Reserve Antonius" Koper 2004 | 54 | |||||||||
| 100% Refosk. Dark deep crimson color. High in acidity, taste resembling black cherries, plum, and wild berries. | |||||||||||
| CROATIA red | |||||||||||
| 257 | Bibich Winery, Riserva, North Dalmatia 2006 | 36 | |||||||||
| Babich, Plavina and Lasin.These 3 varietals are related to Zinfandel (Itself a Croatian Varietal). Light, smooth, | |||||||||||
| with lively acids and aromas of cooked dark fruits, spices, and black pepper. Try it and let the wine speak for itself. | |||||||||||
| 258 | Dingac Winery, "Postub" Peljesac Peninsula, Dalmatian Coast 2005 | 49 | |||||||||
| 100% Plavac Mali. This grape has indeed the same DNA structure as the Zinfandel. Nice plum aroma. Fairly rustic | |||||||||||
| wine with a lot of spicy flavors, the oak is well integrated. The wine is very clean on the finish. | |||||||||||
| 259 | Zlatan Plenkovic "Grand Cru" Island of Hvar 2005 | 98 | |||||||||
| 100% Plavac Mali. This wine will rock your world like a good California Zin. Big, bright berry fruit | |||||||||||
| on the nose and palate, smooth tannins. Organically produced (Total production 300 cases) | |||||||||||
| LEBANON red | GLASS | BOTTLE | |||||||||
| BIN NO. | 2.5 oz | 5 oz | |||||||||
| 262 | Chateau Kefraya, Bekaa Valley 2002 | 5 50 | 10 | 39 | |||||||
| 72% Cab. Sauv. 11% Carignan, 7% Mourvedre, 7% Grnache and 3% Syrah. Spice, balanced fruit, | |||||||||||
| tannin and acidity. | |||||||||||
| 263 | Chateau Musar, Bekaa Valley 2002 | 75 | |||||||||
| Cinsault, Carignan and Cab. Sauv. Rich and concentrated with finesse, and a long, elegant finish. | |||||||||||
| GREECE white | |||||||||||
| 264 | Moschofilero, Boutari, Mantina , 2005 | 4 75 | 8 50 | 33 | |||||||
| 100% Moschofilero. Delicious, fresh, full-bodied and well-balanced. | |||||||||||
| GREECE red | |||||||||||
| 266 | Naoussa, Grande Reserve, Boutari 2001 | 37 | |||||||||
| 100% Xinomavro. Abundant tannins. Full-bodied, well-balanced with a long | |||||||||||
| after-taste of dry nuts. | |||||||||||
| ISRAEL red | |||||||||||
| 268 | Cabernet Sauvignon, Segal's "Special Reserve" Galilee Heights 2004 | 37 | |||||||||
| 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. This fine dry wine has a dark red color and complex taste that shows forest | |||||||||||
| berries, tobacco flavor, and a hint of green pepper. | |||||||||||
| NEW WORLD | |||||||||||
| USA white | |||||||||||
| 275 | Pinot Gris, St Innocent "Vitea Springs Vineyard" Willamette Valley 2006 | 38 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Gris. Intense spicy nose with orange peel and citrus notes. That spiciness | |||||||||||
| continues into the mouth with pear, apple and citrus flavors. | |||||||||||
| 276 | Sauvignon Blanc, Robert Pecota, Napa Vallee 2007 | 5 | 9 | 36 | |||||||
| 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Crisp with hints of citrus, sweet peas, apple, and | |||||||||||
| grapefruit that remain vibrant through a long finish. | |||||||||||
| 277 | Sauvignon Blanc, Peter Michael "L'Apres Midi" Sonoma 2006 | 97 | |||||||||
| 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Semillon. Incredibly perfumed, exhibiting notes of figs, melons, orange,and lemon | |||||||||||
| grass. Fresh, medium-bodied, and a perfect food wine. | |||||||||||
| 278 | Riesling, Chateau Grand Traverse "Old Mission Peninsula" Michigan 2006 | 32 | |||||||||
| 100% Riesling. This expressive dry white wine is crisp, fruity and fresh. It has delicate flavors of apple, pear | |||||||||||
| and citrus are matched with a vibrant steely dry finish. | |||||||||||
| 279 | Riesling, Trefethen Estate, Napa Valley 2006 | 42 | |||||||||
| 100% Riesling. Apricot, peach, and lime with discreet oak, excellent acidity on the finish. | |||||||||||
| 280 | Viognier, Vinum, Napa valley 2006 | 45 | |||||||||
| 100% Viognier. Intense fruit flavors of apricot and mandarin. | |||||||||||
| A nice finish with honey and vanilla notes. | |||||||||||
| 281 | Stolpman Vineyards "L'Avion" Santa Ynez Valley 2006 | 68 | |||||||||
| 90% Roussane 10% Viognier. Intense fruit flavors of apricot and mandarin. | |||||||||||
| A nice finish with honey and vanilla notes. | |||||||||||
| 282 | Chardonnay, Morro Bay, Central Coast 2006 | 4 50 | 8 50 | 34 | |||||||
| 100% Chardonnay. Generous quantities of tropical fruit with hints of apricot and pineapple. | |||||||||||
| 283 | Chardonnay, Saintsbury, Carneros 2006 | 6 50 | 12 | 47 | |||||||
| 100% Chardonnay. Melon, apple, and citrus notes overlay a core of classic | |||||||||||
| chardonnay. It has a wonderful, smooth, creamy texture, and lively finish. | |||||||||||
| 284 | Chardonnay, Patz and Hall, Napa Valley 2006 | 72 | |||||||||
| 100% Chardonnay. Complex and concentreted flavors. Ripe pear, hazelnut, and honeysuckle flavors | |||||||||||
| reavealing vanilla and a smokey finish. | |||||||||||
| 285 | Chardonnay Lioco "Durrell" Sonoma 2006 | 79 | |||||||||
| 100% Chardonnay. The wine smells like the pits of white peaches, fresh key lime, and crushed chalk. The flavors | |||||||||||
| mirror the aroma of stone fruits, citrus peel, and something reminiscent of sun-baked wild herbs. | |||||||||||
| 286 | Chardonnay, Kistler "Les Noisetiers" Sonoma 2006 | 98 | |||||||||
| 100% Chardonnay. Loads of rich, viscous fig, apricot, nectarine and a touch of | |||||||||||
| hone. Deeply concentrated. Finishes with a luxurious aftertaste of exotic spices. | |||||||||||
| USA red | GLASS | ||||||||||
| 2.5 oz | 5 oz | BOTTLE | |||||||||
| 290 | Pinot Noir, ZD Wines Carneros 2006 | 8 | 15 | 60 | |||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. This is a wine with depth, balance, and elegance. Hints of cedar, vanilla, and toasted nuts | |||||||||||
| lead into a full rich palate of flavors and silky tannins. | |||||||||||
| 291 | Pinot Noir, Baker Lane "Hurst Vineyard" Sonoma Coast 2006 | 64 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Beautiful wine marked by an evocative nose of framboise and a rich, concentrated palate. | |||||||||||
| There is obvious structure in this wine . The finish is packed with smokey strawberry fruit and toast. | |||||||||||
| 292 | Pinot Noir, B. Kosuge "The Shop" Carneros 2005 | 66 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. This wine display complexity, finesse, power and balance. An amazing | |||||||||||
| expression of the terroir. | |||||||||||
| 293 | Pinot Noir, Ampelos Vineyard, Santa Rita Hills 2005 | 69 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Bursting with rich cherry notes and the underlying flavor of cola. The nose offers a hint | |||||||||||
| of milk chocolate and blueberries. | |||||||||||
| 294 | Pinot Noir, Hitching Post "Cork Dancer" Santa Maria Valley 2006 | 69 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Impeccable balance, with a rare combination of richness and delicacy. | |||||||||||
| The fruit is ripe, but not overly so, with layers of plum and blueberry that are supple, fleshy, | |||||||||||
| and complex. Long, luxurious finish. | |||||||||||
| 295 | Pinot Noir, Breggo Cellars, Anderson Valley 2006 | 71 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Flavors of pepper and clove on the entry are followed by more cherry and dark fruit. The | |||||||||||
| soft, rich mouth is punctuated by a bright acidity that transition into a long, lingering finish. | |||||||||||
| 296 | Pinot Noir, Emeritus, Russian River Valley 2006 | 75 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Sleek, lean, and vibrant. Spice, floral, and wild berry aromas fold over to the palate, where they | |||||||||||
| are intense focused and delicate, finishing with burst of wild berry flavors. | |||||||||||
| 297 | Pinot Noir, Lioco "Klindt" Anderson Valley 2006 | 89 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Quite concentrated, with a ripe, rippling acidity. The fruit quality is noir, black raspberries | |||||||||||
| and boysenberries. These are not cooked berries, but the fresh, sweet-and-sour variety that make your mouth | |||||||||||
| water. Accompanying the fruit is an earthy element like dried mushroom and damp forest floor aromas. | |||||||||||
| 298 | Pinot Noir, Soter "Beacon Hill" Yamhill, Oregon 2006 | 95 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Gorgeously ripe, lush, medium to full-bodied wine is pure, broad, and suave. It offers lush | |||||||||||
| layers of red cherry syrup, jammy raspberries, and spicy black cherries. | |||||||||||
| 299 | Pinot Noir, Foxen "Julia's Vineyard", Santa Maria Valley 2006 | 96 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Very fruit forward in style, full of "Pinot Candy" and spice (cola nut, cinamon, cardamom) along | |||||||||||
| with flavors of raspberries, cherries, earthiness, and forest floor. Supple and velvety in the mouth. | |||||||||||
| 300 | Pinot Noir, Lucia "Gary's Vineyard" Santa Lucia Hightlands 2005 | 98 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Blend equal parts from Gary's Vineyard and Pisoni Vineyard. High-toned black cherry | |||||||||||
| flavors are intense and concentrated, with hints of hazelnut and spice. Wonderful balance, focus and length. | |||||||||||
| 301 | Pinot Noir, Radio-Coteau "La Nablina" Sonoma Coast 2005 | 98 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Sweet red and black fruits intermixed with notes of crushed rocks, pomegranates, | |||||||||||
| and apples skins. Spicy, rich, and velvety textured. | |||||||||||
| 302 | Pinot Noir, Flowers, Sonoma Coast 2006 | 98 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. This wine possesses a confident acidity upon entry with flavors of spice | |||||||||||
| and tea. The soft tannins round the mid-palate with minerals and full flavored Pinot Noir Character. | |||||||||||
| 303 | Syrah, Seven Sinners "The Ransom" Napa Valley 2005 | 5 50 | 10 | 39 | |||||||
| 100% Syrah. Complex and textured flavors of ripe cherry, toasted oak, and soft tannins. | |||||||||||
| 304 | Petite Syrah, August Briggs, Lake County 2005 | 72 | |||||||||
| 100% Petite Syrah. A solid blueberry fruit core is framed by dark chocolat expresso flavors. A rustic spiciness | |||||||||||
| and plenty of tannins. (502 cases made) | |||||||||||
| 304 | L'Aventure "Optimus" Paso Robles 2005 | 9 50 | 18 | 72 | |||||||
| 51% Syrah, 44% Cab. Sauv.5% Petit Verdot. Dense ruby/purple-colored effort displaying sweet black currant | |||||||||||
| fruit intermixed with notions of smoky oak, licorice, and flowers. An amazing blend. | |||||||||||
| 305 | Tablas Creek Vineyard "Esprit de Beaucastel" Paso Robles 2005 | 75 | |||||||||
| 50% Mourvedre, 27% Syrah, 16% Grenache, 7% Counoise. Nose of blackberry and rare steak. | |||||||||||
| Elegant palate, rich and layered with ripe tannins, and red fruits laced with nutmeg | |||||||||||
| and pepper spices. Long, beautiful finish. | |||||||||||
| 306 | Syrah, Radio-Coteau "Las Colinas" Sonoma Coast 2006 | 96 | |||||||||
| 100% Syrah. Deep ruby. Youthfully pungent blackberry and cassis aromas joined by an exotic quality. | |||||||||||
| Very sweet with energetic dark berry flavors complicated by cracked pepper and graphite. | |||||||||||
| Wonderful, sweet finish. Unfined and Unfiltered. | |||||||||||
| USA red | |||||||||||
| GLASS | BOTTLE | ||||||||||
| BIN NO. | 2.5 oz | 5 oz | |||||||||
| 307 | Syrah, Margerum "UBER" Santa Barbara 2005 | 97 | |||||||||
| 100% Syrah. A co fermentation of Syrah blended with selected barrels from top Santa Barbara County Syrah | |||||||||||
| vineyards. The result is a wine with tremendous structure, length, and complexity. (Only 300 cases mades) | |||||||||||
| 308 | Syrah, Sanguis "The Optimist" Santa Maria 2005 | 98 | |||||||||
| 100% Syrah. Sweet bouquet of blackberries, smoke, espresso roast, chocolate, and earth. Full-bodied, opulent, | |||||||||||
| and voluptuous, with a long, and heady finish. | |||||||||||
| 309 | Zinfandel, Amador Foothill, Amador County 2005 | 5 | 9 50 | 38 | |||||||
| 100% Zinfandel. Juicy with ripe raspberry qualities. Carefully extracted sweet oak mid-tones | |||||||||||
| add texture, balance, and length to the finish. | |||||||||||
| 310 | Zinfandel, Sausalito Canyon, Arroyo Grande 2006 | 7 | 13 | 51 | |||||||
| 100% Zinfandel. Rose petals and herbal notes of licorice. Toasty oak with light vanilla flavor. | |||||||||||
| 311 | Zinfandel, Turley "Juvenile Vineyard" California 2006 | 56 | |||||||||
| 100% Old vine Zinfandel. Bright acidity and firm round tannins. Great richness | |||||||||||
| in the mid palate. Long, dry finish. | |||||||||||
| 312 | Zinfandel, Seghesio "Old Vine" Sonoma 2005 | 66 | |||||||||
| 92% Zinfandel + Petite Syrah and Carignan. From a vineyard planted in the late 1800s. Tangy and edgy, it reveals | |||||||||||
| loads of peppery spicy berry, black cherry, and raspberry fruit with hints of pepper and earth. | |||||||||||
| 313 | Zinfandel, Mauriston "Cemetery Vineyard" Rockpile 2005 | 78 | |||||||||
| 100% Zinfandel. Concentrated and commanding in the front palate, you start to truly get a sense of Rockpile | |||||||||||
| in the full mid-palate tannins. The chalky tannins give way to a long, rich finish. | |||||||||||
| 314 | Sokol Blosser "Meditrina" Dunde.Oregon 2003 | 5 50 | 10 | 39 | |||||||
| Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Zinfandel. Juicy, rich, and full of fruit that reminds some of a slice | |||||||||||
| of Marionberry pie. Bright and vibrant yet round and soft. | |||||||||||
| 315 | Cabernet Franc, Conn Creek, Napa 2002 | 56 | |||||||||
| 100% Cab. Franc. Aromas of plum, cherry, black olive, and cedar spice. The silky and supple tannins | |||||||||||
| make it easy to enjoy. | |||||||||||
| 316 | Merlot, Swanson Vineyards Oakville, Napa 2004 | 7 50 | 14 | 56 | |||||||
| 100% Merlot with a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah. | |||||||||||
| Tannins are soft and round and the finish is sweet as summer. | |||||||||||
| 317 | Merlot, Duckhorn Vineyards, Napa Valley 2005 | 89 | |||||||||
| 81%Merlot, 10%Cab., 5% P. Verdot, 4%Cab.Franc. Layers of complexity are added with notes of vanilla, | |||||||||||
| toasted oak, coffee, caramel, and bittersweet chocolate. Well-balanced with soft tannins. | |||||||||||
| 318 | Merlot, Plumpjack Napa Valley 2005 | 98 | |||||||||
| 83% Merlot, 17% Cabernet Sauv. Classic aromas of ripe plums, black cherry, ripe currants, and clove jump from | |||||||||||
| the glass. Rich, vibrant flavors of blackberry, soy, dark chocolate, and vanilla coat the palate. The cabernet | |||||||||||
| portion gives this wines structure. | |||||||||||
| 319 | Cabernet Sauvignon, Forefathers, Alexander Valley 2002 | 68 | |||||||||
| 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Stylish and graceful, with pretty blackberry and wild plum notes. Firm and harmonious finish. | |||||||||||
| 320 | Cabernet Sauvignon, Nicolette Christopher, Napa 2005 | 89 | |||||||||
| 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Silky and lush with flavors of cherries, cassis, blackberries, violets, vanilla, and toasty | |||||||||||
| oak. The finish has nice length and is redolent of bright dark cherry, caramel, violet, and citrus. (300 cases made) | |||||||||||
| CANADIAN red | |||||||||||
| 321 | Pinot Noir, Konzelmann Estate Winery "Barrel Aged" 2006 | 65 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. This is a barrel aged, full-bodied Burgundy style Pinot Noir. Clean and fresh in character with spicy ,smoky | |||||||||||
| black cherry jam nose, and a slight hidden touch of licorice. Good firm weight with nice chery, spicy, smoky vanilla flavors. | |||||||||||
| 322 | Mission Hill Winery "Oculus" Okanagan Valley 2003 | 75 | |||||||||
| 47% Merlot, 25% Cab. Sauv. 20% Cab. Franc, 8% Petit Verdot. Intricate flavors of raspberry, hints of | |||||||||||
| chocolate linger in the long finish. Fine, ripe tannins add balance to the lush fruit. | |||||||||||
| AUSTRALIA white | GLASS | BOTTLE | |||||||||
| 2.5 oz | 5 oz | ||||||||||
| 323 | Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc, Hazard Hill, Western Autralia 2005 | 4 50 | 8 50 | 34 | |||||||
| A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. Gorgeous, zesty, citrussy mouthwatering fruit. | |||||||||||
| AUSTRALIA red | |||||||||||
| 330 | Shiraz , Four Sisters, South Eastern Australia 2004 | 5 50 | 10 | 39 | |||||||
| 95% Shiraz 5% Viognier. Gorgeous balance between rich, ripe flavors, and elegant structure. | |||||||||||
| Outstanding wine. | |||||||||||
| 331 | Shiraz, Frankland Estate "Isolation Ridge" Western Australia 2004 | 49 | |||||||||
| 100% Shiraz. Distinctly peppery and full of personality, this is juicy with a hint of chocolate. On the palate it is | |||||||||||
| thick, layered and voluptuous. The structure is well-concealed and the wine is seamless and very long. | |||||||||||
| 332 | Cabernet Sauvignon Yalumba "The Mawsons", Coonawarra 2003 | 44 | |||||||||
| Cabernet, Shiraz and Merlot. Rich berry flavors complemented by spicy nuances. | |||||||||||
| 333 | Rutherglen Estate "The Reunion" Rutherglen Victoria 2005 | 45 | |||||||||
| 60% Mourvedre, 20% Shiraz, 20% Grenache. Magnificent color, tannin ripeness, and exceptional blend. | |||||||||||
| Delicious drinking. | |||||||||||
| 334 | Cabernet Sauvignon, Parker "Terra Rossa" Coonawarra 2003 | 58 | |||||||||
| 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. An attractive palate with rich dark berry fruit and chocolate flavors, supported | |||||||||||
| by fine lingering tannins. The finish is long with a forest fruit aftertaste. | |||||||||||
| 335 | Frankland Estate "Olmo's Reward" Western Australia 2003 | 68 | |||||||||
| 59% Cabernet Franc, 16% Merlot, 14% Malbec, 11% Cab. Sauv. Aromas of cedar, tobacco, clove, cassis and | |||||||||||
| black currants. In the mouth the wine is medium to full-bodied, layered, ripe, and elegantly styled. | |||||||||||
| A St Emilion impersonator. | |||||||||||
| 336 | Shiraz, Jim Barry "McRea Wood" Clare Valley 2004 | 9 50 | 18 | 74 | |||||||
| 100% Shiraz. Ripe fruit character and velvety tannins followed by a long elegant finish. | |||||||||||
| NEW ZEALAND white | |||||||||||
| 350 | Riesling, Villa Maria Marlborough 2006 | 5 | 9 | 35 | |||||||
| 100% Riesling. Dry, clean, and crisp with lemon/lime finish on the palate. | |||||||||||
| 351 | Sauvignon Blanc, Spy Valley, Marlborough 2007 | 5 | 9 | 36 | |||||||
| 100% Sauvignon Blanc. This wine displays a melding of herbaceous and tropical characters with gooseberry | |||||||||||
| passionfruit, tropical lychee, and citrus notes on the nose with a palate that displays complexity of fruit, | |||||||||||
| length, and intensity. | |||||||||||
| NEW ZEALAND red | |||||||||||
| Cabernet/Merlot "Private Bin", Villa Maria, Hawkes Bay 2005 | 35 | ||||||||||
| 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 10% Syrah, 13% Pinotage. Supple, ripely flavored with spicy overtones. | |||||||||||
| Pinot Noir, St Clair, Marlborough 2006 | 35 | ||||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. A luscious, medium-bodied Pinot Noir with flavors of blackberry and boysenberry | |||||||||||
| on a round, soft palate leading to a full, lingering finish. | |||||||||||
| 361 | Pinot Noir, Amisfield, Central Otago, 2006 | 78 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Exquisitely aromatic, full of ripened blackberries and plum. | |||||||||||
| Amazing finish, intense and powerful yet fine, elegant and complex. | |||||||||||
| SOUTH AFRICA white | |||||||||||
| 365 | Sauvignon Blanc, Neil Ellis, Groenekloof 2006 | 5 | 9 | 36 | |||||||
| 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Very floral, intense varietal character including | |||||||||||
| gooseberry and fig flavors. Very refreshing and well-balanced. | |||||||||||
| 366 | Chenin Blanc, Man Vintners, Paarl 2007 | 28 | |||||||||
| 100% Chenin Blanc. Exhibits youthful golden delicious apple characteristics with a | |||||||||||
| long finish, showing some toasty hazelnut accents. | |||||||||||
| SOUTH AFRICA red | |||||||||||
| 374 | Syrah, Porcupine Ridge, Boekenhoutskloof 2006 | 36 | |||||||||
| 100% Syrah. A delicious, mouthful of wine with great body and rich texture. Superb lenghthy finish. | |||||||||||
| 375 | Pinotage, Neil Ellis, Stellenbosch 2006 | 5 25 | 9 50 | 38 | |||||||
| 100% Pinotage. Deep red color, plummy cherry fruit, and subtle hints of tobacco fill the aroma of the wine. | |||||||||||
| This wine has well-balanced ripe tannins giving a soft, elegant taste. | |||||||||||
| GLASS | BOTTLE | ||||||||||
| 2.5 oz | 5 oz | ||||||||||
| SOUTH AFRICA red | |||||||||||
| 376 | Pinot Noir , Hamilton Russel Vineyards, Walker Bay 2005 | 69 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinot Noir. Not overtly fruity, soft and "sweet." It generally shows hints of that alluring "primal" | |||||||||||
| character along with a dark spicy, complex primary fruit perfume. | |||||||||||
| 380 | Rust En Vrede Estate 2003 | 75 | |||||||||
| 58% Cab. Sauv. 33% Shiraz 9% Merlot. Ripe fruit flavors. Good acidity/fruit/wood balance. | |||||||||||
| Rose petals, mocha, and cloves. Silky tannins and a long lingering aftertaste. | |||||||||||
| 382 | Pinotage, Hamilton Russel "Ashbourne" Walker Bay 2004 | 79 | |||||||||
| 100% Pinotage. Impressively deep in the mouth, with flavors of black raspberry, iron, leather, smoke, and | |||||||||||
| earth, perked up by note of tart cranberry. This boasts terrific freshness and sappy depth of flavor. Finishes | |||||||||||
| firmly tannic and impressively long. An unapologetically French. 381 cases made | |||||||||||
| MEXICO red | |||||||||||
| 385 | Chateau Camou "El Gran Vino Tinto" Guadalupe Valley 2002 | 65 | |||||||||
| Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot. Deep ruby in color, floral red ripe fruit nose, cassis, coffee, | |||||||||||
| and spice aromas. Great balance and backbone with a long, elegant, velvety finish. | |||||||||||
| ARGENTINA red | |||||||||||
| 395 | Bonarda, Familia Durigutti, Mendoza 2005 | 32 | |||||||||
| 100% Bonarda. Lush and spicy ripe-fruit driven nose, with a broad fairly explosive palate of red cherry, plum, | |||||||||||
| chocolate, and mint. Bright refreshing acidy holds every-thing together to the finish. | |||||||||||
| 396 | Merlot, Zolo , Mendoza 2006 | 4 50 | 8 50 | 33 | |||||||
| 100% Merlot. Rich with flavors of plum, blackberry, and a subtle note of mocha. | |||||||||||
| 397 | Cabernet Sauvignon,Tapiz, Mendoza 2005 | 4 50 | 8 50 | 33 | |||||||
| 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Malbec, 10% Merlot. Mouth filling flavors of cassis, | |||||||||||
| smoke, and oak. Tastes like a very drinkable Bordeaux. | |||||||||||
| 398 | Malbec, Famillia Zuccardi, Mendoza 2007 | 5 | 9 | 35 | |||||||
| 100% Malbec. Awesome purity, with layers of raspberry and fig compote with notes of plum sauce, mocha, | |||||||||||
| graphite, and violets. The velvety texture and fresh acidity displays an exotic combination of flavors. | |||||||||||
| BRAZIL red | |||||||||||
| 405 | Miolo Estate, Quinta Do Seival Castas Portuguesas 2004 | 53 | |||||||||
| Touriga National and Tinta Roriz. Luscious flavors of port without fortification. | |||||||||||
| CHILE white | |||||||||||
| 410 | Chardonnay Aresti - Reserve, Curico Valley 2006 | 5 | 9 | 35 | |||||||
| 100% Chardonnay. Complex, tasteful, with good acidity, sweetness, and | |||||||||||
| persistence on the finish. | |||||||||||
| CHILE red | |||||||||||
| 416 | Carmenere, Como Sur, Colchagua 2005 | 4 50 | 8 50 | 33 | |||||||
| 89% Carmenere, 4% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Sauv. 2% Syrah,2% Aspiran-bouschet. Intense fruit on the | |||||||||||
| palate, juicy with good structure and balanced acidity. | |||||||||||
| 417 | Cabernet Sauvignon, Araucano, Valley de Colchagua 2006 | 5 | 9 | 35 | |||||||
| 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. The mouth is concentrated, powerful, dense with a good structure, | |||||||||||
| with present , silky tannins as well as a long after-taste.(Jacques and Francois LURTON wine) | |||||||||||
| URUGUAY red | |||||||||||
| 425 | Tannat, Vina Progresso, "Estate Bottled Reserve" 2002 | 38 | |||||||||
| 100% Tannat. Extra long and robust taste of ripe cranberries and blackberries, lush oak, and polished | |||||||||||
| texture, married to the meaty, smoky, plumy flavors, characteristic of tannat. | |||||||||||
| GLASS | |||||||||||
| 2.5 oz | 5 oz | BOTTLE | |||||||||
| CHINA white | |||||||||||
| 429 | Chardonnay, Dragon's Hollow, Ningxia Hui 2005 | 28 | |||||||||
| 100% Chardonnay. Pronounced light straw color. The nose is hinted with tropical qualities, soft lychee, | |||||||||||
| star fruit and green apple. On the palate the texture is creamy with a good length and clean aftertaste. | |||||||||||
| CHINA red | |||||||||||
| 430 | Cabernet Sauvignon, Hau Xia, Changli of Hebei Province 1995 | 4 | 7 50 | 29 | |||||||
| 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Medium-bodied, elegant and harmonious fruit, | |||||||||||
| followed by an excellent blackberry finish. | |||||||||||
| INDIA White | |||||||||||
| 431 | Sauvignon Blanc, Grover Vineyards, Bangalore 2006 | 27 | |||||||||
| 100% Sauvignon Blanc, This bright golden wine is delightfully typical of the varietal giving green goosberry | |||||||||||
| aromas. Hint of guava and dried fruits. The crisp acidity enhances the lingering taste of a well structued wine. | |||||||||||
| INDIA red | |||||||||||
| 432 | Cabernet Sauvignon. Grover Vineyards "La Reserve" Bangalore 2004 | 32 | |||||||||
| 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Powerful bouquet of luscious ripe fruits with an exquisite hint of spice. | |||||||||||
| Perfectly harmonized with distinctive oaken flavor. | |||||||||||
| JAPAN sake | |||||||||||
| 421 | Hitorimusume Nigori "Junmai" Ibaraki Prefecture. | 6 50 | 52 | ||||||||
| Pure Rice Unfiltered Sake. Rich type. Clean and round aromas of dairy products. | 720 ML | ||||||||||
| Mild and savory flavors are nicely balanced. | |||||||||||
| 423 | Wakatake - Onikoroshi "Junmai Ginjo" Shizuoka Prefecture. | 9 | 69 | ||||||||
| Pure Super Premium Pure Rice Sake. Flavorful type. Beautifully round and | 720 ML | ||||||||||
| alluring with a silky texture. Fruity and elegant aroma with superb acidity. | |||||||||||