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The Grapes
Note: Not all selections may be available due to supply issues.
Pinot Noir
- Indie Pinot Noir, Columbia Valley, Washington
Clear medium ruby in color with medium intensity and notes of raspberry, red cherry, tomato leaf, oregano. This wine is dry with high acidity, medium stalky tannins, medium alcohol, medium body, and a medium finish. A good wine that is at its peak is not suitable for bottle aging.
- Belle Pente Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley
Elegance personified, this Pinot Noir’s aromas of dried rose petals, tart red cherries and a touch of pipe tobacco are mesmerizing. The wine’s dark raspberry, lemon peel and bittersweet dark chocolate flavors are joined by brisk acidity and silky tannins.
- Giapoza by Pozzan Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, California
The Giapoza Pinot Noir entices with aromas of rose petal, raspberry, and orange peel. In the mouth, the soft and supple tannins lay in gracefully with flavors of spicy black mission fig, ripe raspberry, and a dusting of cocoa powder. Enjoy this velvety Pinot Noir with your best roast chicken served with wild mushroom risotto and a simple green salad.
- Chateau de la Greffiere Burgundy, France
Bright crimson color., with aromas of cherries and a smooth and rounded finish.
- Belle Glos, “Las Alturas”, Santa Lucia Highlands, California
Deep purple garnet color, this wine has overflowing aromas of sun-ripened cherries, sweet plums, hints of cola, and white pepper. The palate is complex and rich, packed with dark fruit f lavors of blackberry and cherry. This wine is a full and intense expression of Pinot Noir, well balanced with toasted oak and vibrant acidity on the finish.
- Foxen Santa Maria Valley, California
Notes of baking spice, leather, wet earth, cedary herbs are front and center, while black cherry, red currant, and blue plum notes finish things out. Plenty of tannins and acidity
- Sanford La Rinconada Vineyard, Santa Rita Hills, California
Black tea, leather, fennel, and raspberries all jump out of the glass. This wine is delicious now yet has the balance and structure to age gracefully for some time. This wine is a natural for richer fish dishes, roast chicken and even game.
- Astrolabe Marlborough Pinot Noir
Aromas of ripe dark and red cherry, brambly fruits with a hint of smoky oak. Full bodied with round, mouth filling flavours of plum, brambly fruit and dark cherry. The oak integrates nicely with the fruit, and combines well with the silky and linear tannin structure.
Cabernet Sauvignon
- Famille Bouey, Atlantiques Cuvee 20 Cabernet
This wine will seduce you with his beautiful dark red color and his intense and fruity nose. On the palate, the attack is frank and gourmand. The freshness of the finish, gives a long-lasting aromas and tastes.
- Babylonstoren Cabernet Sauvignon, West Cape, South Africa
Opening with rich, dark berry fruit at its core and a savoury edge of wild herbs, graphite and cedar. The wine is dense and brooding with plump blackcurrant fruit moderated by a backbone of fine-grained, grippy tannins, which creates lovely tension and succulence.
Perfect with ribeye steak, grilled or slow-cooked lamb with rosemary and thyme, braised beef short rib, char-grilled cheese burgers, mature cheddar and gouda, creamy blue such as gorgonzola
- Dry Creek Valley Cabernet, Sonoma County, California
Aromas of black cherry, plum, and fig, followed by mocha, violet and black pepper. A first taste of the full-bodied wine reveals flavors of black currant, boysenberry and blueberry. Hints of clove, coriander, bay leaf and green peppercorn bolster its richness, while firm tannins provide structure. The rich palate and well-rounded mouthfeel make this Cabernet approachable in its youth while also perfect for aging
- Terrazas de los Andes, Mendoza, Argentina
Fresh red and black fruit scents of redcurrant and blueberries are framed with spicy thyme, rosemary and cardamom notes, all leading to a luscious finish of hazelnut cream, vanilla and caramel.
The balanced acidity and fruitiness opens with a juicy mouthfeel, rounded by redcurrant flavors and sweet, complex and vibrant tannins. - Eberle Vineyard Selection, Paso Robles, California
100% Cabernet. A harmonious blend of black currant, dark chocolate, and cherry, complemented by rich notes of plum and vanilla. Pair this easy-drinking Cabernet with a wedge of aged cheddar, a hanger steak salad with Champagne vinaigrette, miso shiitake soup, filet mignon with balsamic glaze, or a juicy blue cheese burger for an exceptional culinary experience.
- Chateau Ste Michelle Mimi, Horse Heaven Hills, Washington
100% Cabernet. Mimi captures the bright fruit and intricate spice and polished finish for which the Horse Heaven Hills is renowned. Pairs well with braised or grilled beef, lamb chops, duck breast, and veal.
- Cabernet by Pozzan, Healdsburg, California
The Giapoza Cabernet Sauvignon packs a punch from the start, with generous aromas of ripe wild blackberries, black plum, freshly brewed espresso and cocoa powder. In the mouth the wine is broadly structured with ample flavors of milk chocolate covered cherries, a hint of violets, caramel and roasted coffee. Enjoy this extroverted Cabernet with BBQ pork ribs served with your favorite spicy BBQ sauce, baked beans, and corn on the cob.
- Basel Cabernet Sauvignon, Walla Walla Valley, Washington
Aromas of candied cherry, raspberry and rhubarb are very noticeable. It has definite nuances of cured meat, toasty oak and tobacco leaf. A surprising perfume of lavender brings life to the bouquet. Layers of red fruit will enhance the mid-palate, with bright acidity supporting the finish. A slight chalky sensation in the end of the palate is clear evidence of the ample yet managed tannin profile. This food-driven Cabernet will be the perfect companion when paired with smoked barbecued ribs, pine-infused pork sausage or grilled Portobello mushrooms with parmesan cheese.
- Halter Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, California
Aromas of black cherry, red currant, cassis, and a touch of pencil lead. The palate is soft and rich, exuding flavors of raspberry, blueberry, and a hint of cocoa. Lengthy, integrated tannins lead to a seamless finish. Aged for 20 months in 100% French oak, 40% of the barrels were new.
- Quilt Cabernet, Napa Valley AVA
Dark Plum in color. Fragrant aromas of cocoa nibs, blackberry, pie crust and boysenberry jam. Rich flavors of black cherry pie filling, creamed plum and a hint of clove. Elegant with strong acidity and a long, smooth finish accompanied by velvety tannins.
- The Prisoner, Cabernet, Napa Valley, California
Flavors of plum, dried blackberries, vanilla, nutmeg. Aromas of blackberry, currant, plum. Aged 15 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels, 55% new.
- Spokesman Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville, Napa Valley
Shows bright red fruit and layers of vanilla and toast from new oak. the cabernet base is combined with an intensely concentrated Malbec replete with blackberries and dark chocolate. polyphenal component came in the form of Petite Verdot adding blue berry notes and structure to the wine. Is wonderful Cabernet Sauvignon is a true expression of elegance and purity.
- Justin, Isosceles, Paso Robles, California
Bright with a dark purple/black core lightening to ruby/purple at the rim, with slowly forming, moderately stained tears on the glass.
Complex and attractively aromatic, showing very ripe cherry and black currant fruit followed by savory notes of cedar, pipe tobacco, vanilla bean, baking spice, and warm oak.
Full-bodied on the palate with ripe notes of crème de cassis and black cherry jam, with hints of red berry fruit on entry and vanilla, licorice, and baking spice leading into the midpalate, which shows complex savory notes of cedar, tobacco leaf, and leather. The lengthy and continually changing finish progresses from ripe black cherry fruit flavors accented by baking spice and oak notes to ripe chewy tannins and balancing acidity that adds depth and freshness.
Red Blends
- Chateau Moulinat Bordeaux, Haut-Medoc, France
Deep purple color with ripe fruit and spice aromas. Powerful and fleshy with silky tannins. Ideal with grilled red meat and poultry.
- Chateau Tayet Red Bordeaux, France
The color of this wine is deep red; the nose is very attractive and delicate, releasing aromas of spices and vanilla. On the palate it is powerful and full-bodied with ripe tannins. The finish is long and returns on delicate aromas of oak.
- Gabriel Monier Cotes du Rhone, Rhone Valley, France
Deep and quite intense garnet colour. Complex nose with
hints of mild spices, figs and liquorice. Rich mouth feel with generous and
silky tannins. A lovely wine offering good length on the palate, combining
opulence and elegance. - Bookwalter Subplot #40, Columbia Valley, Washington
A fresh, floral nose packed with raspberry, lemon and cedar aromas makes a nice introduction. Fine-grained tannins and elevated acidity back rich flavors of maple syrup, raspberries, toasted hazelnuts and dark chocolate.
- Angels & Cowboys Proprietary, Sonoma County, California
Bold and robust with briary and spicy berry flavors and toasty French oak.
- Bear Path Vineyards, Napa Valley
A unique blend (60% Cabernet) brings together a variety of fruit ranging from black currant, lavender, plum and blackberry. On the palate the wine is mouth-flling and shows the influence of 24 months aging in medium toast French oak barrels. e wine is ready to drink and pairs wonderfully with BBQ, red meats, salmon and a variety of fresh made pasta ranging from cream sauces to fresh vegetables and spicy sausage.
- Marques de Grinon, Caliza, La Mancha, Spain
Made with syrah, petit verdot and graciano grapes, it has a deep violet color with bright flashes of cherry. Its nose shows complex and intense fruit aromas with hints of blackberries and ripe cherries.
- Marques de Grinon, Reserva, La Mancha, Spain
Aged for 22 months in American oak barrels, with a deep ruby-red color and maroon hues. It features aromas of ripe fruit with a salty note.
- Ridge Three Valleys Red Blend, Sonoma County, California
Deep garnet-red color. Aromas of ripe raspberry and cherry fruits, fresh mint, exotic spices, with clay-earth minerals. Beautiful briary fruits on entry, medium-full body, integrated tannins, and great persistence to the finish.
- High Dive Cabernet (68%) Blend, Napa Valley, California
Accessible aromas of sun-ripened blackberries and red cherry blend with a dense core of cassis and pomegranate reduction on the nose. Playful acidity is lavishly rounded by tones of bright strawberries, muddled blackberries and huckleberries. Rich mouthfeel is accompanied by an expansive, pure fruit mid palette that trails into a broad and lingering finish.
- Marques de Caceras Red Blend, Rioja, Spain
Dark red-violet to the eye, this wine offers aromas of blackberry, vanilla and nutmeg. It is soft at first sip, with flavors of black and red berries, milk chocolate, anise seed and rose petal that are wrapped in a lightweight sheath of downy tannins. Garnacha – 50%, Tempranillo – 30%, Syrah – 20%.
Interesting Reds
- Hermanos Hernaiz El Pedal Tempranillo, Rioja Alta, Spain
Bright cherry colour with a violet rim. Youthful and fragrant, with aromas of violets and wild forest fruits over a background of toasted bread and strawberry fruit gums and caramel. On the palate these primary fruit characteristics continue to dominate, like a fine summer pudding of berries. This direct, honest red wine has the power and weight to be a great match for vegetable stews and if a little chilled, will bring the best out of a barbecue..
- Kestrel Select Cab Franc, Yakima Valley, Washington
Delights with dark fruits and moist earth, giving way to flavors of roasted coffee, black peppercorn, and green bell pepper on the palate. This wine is a fascinating journey both freshly poured and after being decanted. We recommend pairing your glass with dark chocolate, dark cherries, or coffee beans to draw out the individual flavors of this magnificent wine.
- Domaine Filliatreau Saumur Château Fouquet Rouge
Cabernet Franc, Loire Valley, FranceA light, fruity red, with great versatility in terms of pairing with dishes. From stir-fried vegetables to meats in sauce, including a large part of fish. Aromas of ripe red and black fruits.
- Kate Arnold Cab Franc, Columbia Valley, Washington
Deep ruby color. Chocolate and cherry with hints of dried herbs and white pepper aromas. Blackberry and raspberry complemented by mocha and cherry flavors. Medium-bodied, balanced tannins, with a weighted finish.
- Don Genaro Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
Violet color, with shades of blue, intense aromas that highlight the varietal typicality, among them we find, aromas of plums, cherries, and a floral profile highlighting violets. In the mouth, balanced tannins, soft, very round with good structure, fresh and persistent.
- Don Genaro Malbec Riserva, Mendoza, Argentina
Dark violet color, with aromas of rich plums and dark fruit. Full bodied with subtle hints of cedar and slight tannins follow through to a round finish. 6 months in oak.
- Isenhower Malbec, Columbia Valley, Washington
Dark purple hue, core with a vivid red rim. Aromas of wet earth, wet granite, blackberry, forest undergrowth, pencil lead, and black pepper pervade the olfactory system. The mouthfeel is generous and grows larger with oxygen as the Malbec unwinds. It is copiously rich and thick with attractive blackberry, blueberry, and marionberry flavors with notes of wet stones, earth, and wet forest. The acidity balances the fruit and keeps the Malbec lithe on the palate.
- Cannonball Merlot, California
Enticing and impressive. Aromas of fresh huckleberry, pomegranate and nuances of toasty oak. Medium-full bodied with classic Bordeaux proportions, wonderful concentration with juicy flavors of raspberry, ripe plum and baking spices with a long, lingering finish.
- Ronan by Clinet Bordeaux Rouge, Merlot, France
Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, it has fragrant notes of black and red cherries and blackberry preserves with cinnamon toast and fallen leaves. Medium-bodied, it is lively and fresh with a grainy texture and savory finish. This is a good value wine.
- Isenhower Jongluer Petit Verdot, Columbia Valley, WA
This Petit Verdot is a clean dark red hue with aromas of earth, lilacs, red fruit, blackberry, and hints of vanilla and french oak. Initial flavors are blackberry, purple flowers, mouth watering acidity, rich extract in the mid-pallet and a soft but lingering finish.
- Marques de Grinon, Petit Verdot, La Mancha, Spain
Deep ruby-red in color with purple reflections, this wine is graced by notes of ripe blackberry fruit, licorice, fresh ground pepper and a hint of toasted oak. On the palate it exhibits flavors of spicy black cherry, fennel, verbena, oregano, and winter savory. Structured tannins, excellent depth and concentration.
- Ch Maris Minervois-La Livinière Les Planels, Syrah
Languedoc-Roussillon, FranceTaste: Thyme, rosemary, some menthol notes, a touch of lavender, this aromatic bouquet propels you into the heart of the vine. In the mouth, this sunny wine communicates over the full length of the tongue: a bouquet of already complex aromas with some notes of sautéed black cherries, blackcurrant, licorice, pepper and cold meats. Dark purple color. Rich, full-bodied, yet elegant and seamless, with an impressive texture. An integrated acidity and a beautiful elegance, making you come back to the glass.
- Babylonstoren, Babel, West Cape South Africa
Ruby red color. Aroma of pencil shavings and sweet tobacco with mulberry, cherries, and dark chocolate on the nose. Palate: A balanced fusion of dark-red berry and chocolate flavors with a soft mouth-feel and juicy, lingering finish.
- Queiron, Rioja Vino de Quel Mi Lugard, Spain
Great depth of colour with black cherry and violet glints. Red and black fruit aromas with a very sensual touch of ripeness. Some smoked nuances, spices, minerals and wood, which after the initial sensation of the fruit, thrills you with its balsamic hints of wild herbs and shrub land, such as rosemary and thyme, as well as subtle reminders of liquorice. Taste: A powerful, meaty attack, elegant and harmoniously balanced with no discordant edges. It all flows, with good backbone, good acidity and a long, lingering finish. Pure silk and elegance.
- Dry Creek Valley Heritage Zinfandel, Sonoma County, CA
Aromatics of black cherry, boysenberry and plum with nuances of warm spices, mocha and white pepper. On the palate, brambly flavors of dark berries come forward. The wine is complex, with bright acidity complimented by deeper notes of cedar, fine leather and dark brown sugar. From start to finish, this remarkable wine offers refreshing acidity paired with excellent structure.
- Old Ghost Lodi Old Vine Zinfandel
Intense nose of spice, chocolate and botanicals lead to full-bodied flavors of juicy pomegranate and ripe cherry layered with dried herbs. True to the Klinker Brick style, this wine is bursting with acidity and concentrated notes of dark berries and tobacco.
Italian Reds
- Cascina D’Or Barolo, Piedmont, Italy
Brilliant color of zesty garnet red with a Rich and spicy perfume. The flavor carries ripe cherry and is pleasant for its smoothness.
- Rivetti Massimo Barolo, Piedmont, Italy
Cherries macerated in spirits, sweet baking spices, star anise, five-spice and potpourri aromas lift from the nose of this Barolo. Dried red berries are framed by firm tannins with a dried and roasted earth note on the finish.
- Mate Brunello, Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy
Clear and perfumed with black-cherry and slate aromas that carry through to a medium body with fine, polished tannins and a beautiful finish. Racy and refined all around. Shows focus, finesse and structure. Same excellence as the 2015, but with more clarity. From organically grown grapes.
- Fattoria Campigiana, Chianti, Italy
Bright ruby red color with red fruit on the nose. Loads of black cherry in the flavor with a velvety, smooth finish.
- Fattoria Campigiana, Chianti Riserva Federico II
Bright ruby red color with an intense red fruit on the nose. Black cherry, woodland fruit and a hint of cedar in the flavor with a long, smooth finish. 6 months in oak.
- La Combàrbia, Rosso di Montepulciano, Tuscany, Italy
Rosso Di Montepulciano DOC presents itself in the glass with a red-brown color, with garnet nuances. It has an intense aroma, good depth, with hints of citrus alternating with a floral note of violets and roses. In the mouth there is good dynamism, enveloping structure, with soft and round tannins, which accompany a persistent finish.
The classic. A full-bodied red but never excessive, the wine that more than any other is the emblem of Tuscany in its essence and even more of Combarbia, the meeting place where to share conversations and perhaps enjoy a glass of red with a classic cutting board.
- La Combàrbia, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Tuscany, Italy
The Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva wine is a Sangiovese of beautiful texture, aromatically intense, complex and with a good structure.
In the glass it has an intense ruby red color, with light garnet nuances.
On the nose it expresses aromas of ripe red fruit and soft spices. On the palate it has a rich body, with deep and multifaceted aromas and a dense and evolved tannic texture. The finish is very persistent, with a great taste balance and a good fresh finish.
- Sangue di Giuda, Ca Montebello, Lombardy, Italy
Slightly effervescent Italian Red Blend. A sweet wine of a bright ruby red with purplish reflections. Full bodied and vinous with notes of violets together with raspberry and blueberry jams, smooth and fragrant.
Sparkling
- Rotari Brut Sparkling, Trentino, Alto Adige, Italy
The wine showcases a straw green color with elegant yellow notes. The bouquet is rich, bursting a mix of fruits and white flowers and enriched with pleasant and delicate yeasty notes. Full and viscous texture. The perlage is persistent, fine and elegant.
- Chandon Brut, California
Intense and fresh fruit flavors with subtle complexity. Key flavors include green apple, citrus, pear, almond, and white flowers.
- Angels & Cowboys Brut, California
This attractive sparkling wine flows with fresh flavors of yellow apple, white raspberry, and citrus.
- Angels & Cowboys Brut Rose, California
Abundant notes of red raspberry, strawberry and watermelon coupled with the crisp acidity of citrus lime, elevate the profile of this elegant and approachable Brut Rosé.
- Heidsick Monopole Brut, Blue, Reims, Champagne, France
This vintage is balanced, pleasant, ‘approachable’, so to speak. Apart from being particularly good as an aperitif, it can also be served with shellfish and Asian cuisine. Yellow peach predominates in the initial tasting. Aromas of stewed fruit with hints of honey.
Chardonnay
- Harken Barrell Fermented Chardonnay, California
Flavors and aromas of creme brulee, buttered toast, bosc pear and oak.
This isn’t a one trick pony. The robust, rich flavor of Harken pairs well with nearly everything. It’s big enough to stand up to buttery dishes and complex enough for simple, elegant pasta.
- Cannonball Chardonnay, California
Lush and expressive with flavors of poached pear, lemon curd, yellow plum and toasted almond.
- Giapoza by Pozzan Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, California
The Giapoza Chardonnay shows delightful aromas of orange blossom and wet stone on the nose, along with a light note of cinnamon. In the mouth the wine is layered with rich flavors of lemon custard, red pear, and creme brûlée. The finish is perfumed by vanilla and cardamom. Enjoy this expressive Chardonnay with a chopped chicken salad tossed with spring lettuces, sliced almonds, parmesan crisps, and a creamy lemon citronette dressing.
- Errazuriz Max Reserva Chardonnay, Aconcagua, Chile
This Chardonnay will delight you with its pale yellow-straw colour. On the nose, it shows its citric character, accompanied with papaya, pineapple and melon, all framed by pleasant notes of dried fruits and pastries. The palate first shows its citric character, accompanied by tropical fruits and notes of marzipan and dried fruits. The wine has medium structure and well-balanced acidity.
- Genetie, Bourgogne Chardonnay Illuminé, France
A classic Chardonnay from Southern Burgundy with fine, buttery and floral notes on the nose and finesse on the palate. Subtle oak gives the wine textural notes up front, whilst the underlying minerality and a hint of citrus follow through on the long f inish. A natural accompaniment to the classic Burgundian Poulet à la crème, or a simple and creamy asparagus risotto.
- Louis Latour Pouilly Fuisse, Maconnaise, France
Brilliant pale yellow color. Its floral nose evokes scents of acacia and honeysuckle. Round and ample on the palate, it reveals aromas of yellow fruits.
- Sanford Chardonnay, Santa Rita Hills, California
Lightly buttered pastry, blanched almond and sea-salt aromas are very clean and compelling on the nose of this bottling. The palate is superfresh and delicate yet with zesty acidity, carrying lime and grapefruit-pith flavors with a hint of butter in the background.
Pinot Grigio/Gris
- Villa Loren DOC Pinot Grigio, Verona, Italy
Yellow straw in color. Scents of tropical fruits and enticing floral notes. Pleasantly fresh with bright acidity and notes of pear and citrus fruit. Pairs well with delicate appetizers, risottos and white meats.
- Santa Cristina Pinot Grigio, Florence, Tuscany, Italy
Straw yellow in color. The nose is delicate with aromas of pineapple and green apples along with hints of orange zest. The palate is balanced, soft and savory.
- Astrolabe Pinot Gris, Marlborough, New Zealand
Aromas of pear and quince, light peach and citrus rind and a whiff of cardamom and nougat
- Ponzi Pinot Grigio, Willamette Valley
With enough acidity to give a small town goosebumps, the Ponzi Pinot Gris first offers aromas of ripe Bosc pear and chalk. The Granny Smith apple, lemon and fresh basil flavors are fresh and invigorating. This wine is a fantastic idea for fresh goat cheese smeared on bruschetta.
- FitVine Pinot Grigio, Parlier, CA
This slightly dry white wine is clear in color and low in carbs. Our Pinot Grigio is clean, crisp, with floral notes and great taste. Flavors of citrus and green apple. Great finish.
Sauvignon Blanc
- Matanzas Creek Sonoma County, California
Aromas of honeydew melon, white peach and guava are met with key lime blossom and nectarine on the palate. Medium-to-light mouthfeel with balanced and bright acidity.
- Grain D’Océan, Entre-Deux-Mers Sauvignon, Bordeaux, FR
Clear pale lemon in color with medium plus intensity and lemon grass, apple, grass and gooseberry. This wine is dry with high acid, medium body, medium minus alcohol and medium finish.
- Cannonball Sauv Blanc, California
Waves of grapefruit, lime, and orange blossom dominate on the nose with a back note of passionfruit and a hint of lemongrass. Alongside the citrus spectrum, tropical notes emerge on the palate showing guava, lychee, and passionfruit. The mid-palate structure is medium in weight and reveals an attractive slate/mineral quality that lingers on the finish and compliments the lively acidity.
- Dry Creek Fume Blanc, Sonoma County, California
Aromatics of lemon, lime and grapefruit leap forward from the glass with both fruit and floral nuances of nectarine, peach, jasmine and orange blossom. On the palate, the wine is intense and bright with passionfruit, tangerine and cucumber. Underlying minerality and hints of lemongrass, parsley and mango contribute to this wine’s refreshing, crisp finish.
- Astrolabe Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
Aromas of fresh herbs and white peach lead to a palate full of grapefruit, gooseberry, and tropical fruit flavors.
Interesting Whites
- Sanford Rose of Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills, California
Strawberry, cotton candy, orange peel and guava entice on the nose with crisp acidity while a juicy palate provides impeccable balance. This is a very food friendly rosé and a natural pairing with spicy dishes, grilled foods and charcuterie.
- A de Arinzano Rose, Navarra, Spain
Red fruit notes, such as fresh strawberries, and citrus like orange peel and pink grapefruit, with hints of rose and white pepper. A fresh entrance. A velvety, fine and elegant wine that is very alive, expressive and exciting. Silky finish, friendly and persistent.
- Abadia Do Seixo, Rías Baixas Albariño
Straw yellow with greenish reflections, citrus fruits, grapefruit, apricot and herbal notes. Soft in the mouth, refreshing acidity and prolonged fruity finish with a slight bitterness. Pairs well with seafood, fish, sushi and chicken.
- La Cana Albarino, Rias Baixas, Spain
Rich flavors of waxed lemons, thyme, fresh peaches, white pepper and grapefruit. Crunchy and zesty, with a medium body and delicious mineral undertones. The saltiness is the result of the vineyards’ proximity to the ocean.
- Jose Maria da Fonseca Twin Vines, Vinho Verde, Portugal
Twin Vines is a refreshing white from the Vinho Verde region in the Northern part of Portugal. This versatile, crisp wine pairs well with chicken light pasta entrées, seafood and summer salads.
- Babylonstoren Chenin Blanc, West Cape, South Africa
A crisp, dry wine that is fruit driven and juicy. Refreshing with lovely guava, pineapple and winter melon flavours rounded off with a hint of fresh gooseberries and Packham pear undertones.
Serve with salads, yellow fruits, vegetable dishes and light fish dishes, or simply on its own.
- Astrolabe Wrekin Chenin Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
The Astrolabe Wrekin Chenin Blanc is made from grapes grown on a loess clay slope. We hand pick the grapes to give a delicacy to the phenolics. The chenin blanc is partially barrel fermented with wild yeast for complexity, with the remainder in stainless steel to preserve the fruit flavours. All fruit is free-run to retain purity. I love the chenin grape because of its distinct flavour profile, the crisp acidity and the ability of the wine to age with interest and grace.
- Jacob’s Creek Moscato, Barossa, Australia
Heady floral aromas, complimented by ripe tropical fruits. Sweet tropical fruits and flavours of sherbet and musk are balanced by crisp citrus notes. Pairs well with spicy seafood dishes but also perfect with fruit salad for a light dessert. Also ideal as a summer aperitif.
- Cascina Pian D’or Bricco Riella Moscato D’Asti, Italy
Straw yellow with greenish reflections, white and persistent foam. The taste is pleasantly sweet, fresh and intense, with a note of musk, very typical of Moscato grapes. lt is a perfect dessert wine to enjoy with pastries and bakery products.
- Wildblumen Riesling (Off Dry)
Ripe apricot and peach. Sweet.
- Chateau Ste Michelle, Columbia Valley Dry Riesling
This wine showcases the elegant purity of truly great Riesling. Sourced from cool climate vineyards, Eroica shows exuberant freshness with inviting stone fruit, citrus, and floral notes. Drink now to experience the youthful charm or age this wine for added complexity.
- Isenhower Viognier, Columbia Valley, Washington
Yellow Green Hue. Very oral with fresh aromas of stone fruit (apricot and nectarine), and subtle notes of papaya, star anise, and pleasing minerality. The Viognier is very perfumy and lovely. The mouthfeel is decadent and rich with exotic and stone fruit supported by the minerality and acidity. Used French oak fermentation in 500 Liter puncheons allows the fruit and oral perfume to sing and add a touch of creaminess and texture.
- Eberle Viognier, Paso Robles, California
Bouquet of floral jasmine and zesty tangerine notes, complemented by the juicy flavors of honeydew and lichi. The palate delights in a lively dance of briny acidity and medium body, leading to a refreshing finish with hints of jackfruit and balanced fruit sweetness.
Dessert Wines
- Martha’s 10 Year Old Tawny Port, Suoro, Portugal
It has deep tawny colour, with great complexity of nutty and toasty aromas, and a great full-bodied lingering finish.
- Alvear NV Solera 1927 Pedro Ximénez, Andalucia, Spain
This sweet wine is obtained by drying the Pedro Ximénez grapes on mats in the sun. Once pressed, the raisins deliver an intensely rich must.
- Cascina Pian D’or Serena, Sweet Red Moscato, Asti, Italy
Serena is a versatile wine with aromas of rose and an accent of rhubarb-strawberry pie. On the palate, the wine has raspberry and cherry flavors with a rich mid- palate and lingering, complex finish. Lightly “frizzante”, Serena has the perfect balance between sweetness and acidity.
- Jacob’s Creek Moscato
Sweet tropical fruits and flavours of sherbet and musk are balanced by crisp citrus notes.
- Erben Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese, Rheinhessen, Germany
In the glass, expect the thick, dark amber colored wine to deliver intense dried stone fruit, raisins and prune aromatics, with honey and ripe yellow peaches on the palate braced by balanced acidity. It can be served with a fruit or dessert course or as dessert on its own.
- Wildblumen Riesling (Off Dry), Reinhessen, Germany
Wildblumen Riesling has the ripe apricot, peach and depth of flavor to complement any meal or to drink by itself!
Wine Flights
Chardonnay
- Genetie Illuminé Chardonnay, France
- Harken Barrel Fermented, Fresno County, CA
- Sanford, Santa Rita Hills, CA
- Louis Latour Pouilly Fuisse, Maconnaise, France
Sauvignon Blanc
- Matanzas Creek Sonoma County, California
- Astrolabe Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
- Dry Creek Fume Blanc, Sonoma County
- Grain D’Océan, Entre-Deux-Mers Sauvignon, Bordeaux
Iberian Peninsula
- Arinzano Rose of Tempranillo, Navarra, Spain
- La Cana Albarino, Rias Baixas, Spain
- Jose Maria da Fonseca Twin Vines, Vinho Verde, Portugal
- Hermanos Hernaiz El Pedal Tempranillo, Rioja Alta, Spain
Pinot Noir
- Astrolabe Pinot Noir, Marlborough, New Zealand
- Indie Pinot Noir, Columbia Valley, WA
- Belle Pente, Willamette Valley, Oregon
- Belle Glos “Los Alturas”, Santa Rita Highlands, CA
Cabernet
- Cabernet by Pozzan, Healdsburg, CA
- Terrazas de los Andes, Mendoza, Argentina
- Chateau Ste Michelle “Mimi”, Horse Heaven Hills, WA
- Halter Ranch, Paso Robles, California
Bold and Balanced Reds
- Chateau Maris Les Planels Syrah, Languedoc-Roussillon, France
- Chateau Fouquet Rouge Cab Franc, Loire Valley, France
- Kate Arnold Cab Franc, Columbia Valley, WA
- Kestrel Cabernet Franc, Yakima Valley, WA
Red Blends
- Angels & Cowboys Proprietary Red, Sonoma County, CA
- Gabriel Monier Cotes du Rhone, Rhone Valley, France
- Chateau Moulinat Bordeaux, Haut-Medoc, France
- Bear Path Vineyards, Napa Valley, CA
The Big Ones
- Quilt Cabernet, Napa Valley AVA
- Spokesman Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville, Napa Valley
- Justin Isosceles, Sonoma County, California
- Queiron, Rioja Vino de Quel Mi Lugard, Spain