American Red Wines:
110 Opus One Napa Valley 2000 $240
2001
$250
2002
$240
Napa Valley (Wine Enthusiast 95 points!)
One of the best Bordeaux style reds out of California. This wine is filled with rich berry fruit,
and
Subtle oak overtones
Napa
Valley
Chocolate and a supple, long finish. Robert
Parker Rated 96+
113 Franciscan Meritage Magnificat 2003/04 $
75
114 Tre Figli (Three Sons) 2001
$
75
50%
Sangiovese, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc
A medium to full-bodied wine,
with aromas of cassis, cedar and vanilla.
On the palate, it has
Flavors of black currants,
cherry and oak toast.
Medium bodied Red Wine with
hints of Black cherries & raspberries with cedar overtones.
“Elegantly styled, with ripe, sumptuous plum,
cherry and herb scents. The tannins have
a tight grip
on the finish, where a touch of cedary oak
adds a measure of complexity.” 91 Points Wine Spectator
A powerful mountainside cabernet
with firm tannins and rich blackberry fruit flavors and lovely
hints of vanilla.
Expect a broad, lengthy finish to a wine that will surely age for 8-10
years. This wine is
extremely limited.
118
This is a remarkably deep, rich
and concentrated wine, with defined black cherry and currant
119 Spelletich Zinfandel, “Tim & Edies”
Vineyard 2003 $45
This is a sleeper from
and American Oak. Vivacious in color with hints of blackberry, raspberry and vanilla bean.
1219 Joseph Phelps Isignia 1999 $250
71% Cabernet, 21% Merlot, 6%
Petite Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec.
This 1999 was from
A long growing season. It has a deep color, with aromas of black
fruit and cedar. Rich and full-bodied!!
135 Lail Blueprint 2004 , 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot $75
Just 1400 cases made by winemaker
Phillipe Melka. Aged for 20 months in
new French Oak. You can smell &
Taste soft cherries and
sage. The mouthfeel is round and focused
with an elegant finish. 93 pts Robert Parker.
120 Jordan
Cabernet Sauvignon 2002/03 $ 85
A rich, elegant wine with
lovely black cherry, herb and currant flavors that are forward enough to
Drink immediately upon release of the wine.
Supple and harmonious, with well
focused cherry, currant, mineral and spice notes that lead
To firm tannins and an
excellent, long finish!
A classic
121 Ferrari-Carano
Big, rich, and
opulent, with forthright berry flavors and hints of chocolate. Powerful, but finely tuned-an
elegant
partner with our stuffed veal chop!
The palate has lovely fresh
berries and dark plum flavors with
hallmark mid-palate fleshiness and soft,
Approachable tannins. Fruit driven and ideal for early drinking
enjoyment!
Wine from the day it is
released.
124 Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 $
45
An intense, elegantly
proportioned wine, with a rich, deep core of fruit.
126 Arrowood Cabernet Sauvignon ,2002
$ 75
This wine has fine integration
of rich currant, herb and black cherry flavors, enhanced by
Oak and spices.
127 J Lohr “Hilltop” Cabernet Sauvignon
,2001
$ 50
Paso Robles,
Grown on the highest elevations
of the J. Lohr Seven Oaks vineyard, this wine is a powerful and rich wine
that pairs well with hearty red
sauces and most red meats!
1220 Coppola Claret 2005 $
36
A blend of Cabernet, Merlot
& Cab Franc. The wine is
dark-colored with rich berry fruit and firm tannins,
It is a great value.
136 Sebastiani Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 $ 30
A dark colored, cabernet with
concentrated fruit and mellow tannins on the finish that linger.
A great Value!
138 Rutherford Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 $
60
Medium bodied, showing spicy,
toasty oak and supple, cherry and currant flavors underneath.
Paso Robles,
A medium-bodied Cabernet from
one of
An elegant wine with well
defined currant, herb, cedar and smoky flavors that are balanced with
Crisp acidity and fine tannins.
144 Conn Creek “Anthology” – Meritage 2003 $
85
The 1995 is a dark colored,
oaky, rich, medium to full body wine with fine purity and a supple, fleshy
Texture. It is ideal for drinking now.
145 Beringer Alluvium – Meritage 2003 $
48
This is a new wine at
Beringer. It is essentially a Meritage
consisting of primarily Cabernet
Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet
Franc, and Petite Verdot.
A medium bodied wine offering
hints of brown spice, chocolate and cherries with well
Integrated tannins lingering on
the finish.
139 Provenance Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 $65
Dense and concentrated, with a
substantial core of rich, earthy tannins but also a wonderful beam of
leathery currant, sage and herbal notes.
Excellent balance, depth and range of flavor on the finish.
147 Estancia Merlot 2004 $
30
Paso Robles
This complex, medium bodied wine
has concentrated flavors, soft tannins and a bouquet
Reminiscent of rich black fruit.
148 Napa Wine Co. Cabernet Sauvignon 2001/02 $ 65
Oakville- Napa
Luxuriant and
lovely, with an intense perfume of violets, plums, spices and chocolate
followed
by silky textures, and luscious fruit.
Organically farmed fruit sets the standard of excellence by winemaker
Rob Lawson, who is from Avalon, NJ.
134 Franciscan Merlot 2003 $
37
A deep red color with a
pronounced nose of oak, and rich black berry fruit.
146
A wine that is very rich and
full-bodied. This is one of the finest
expressions of the Merlot
The
first swirl of this Merlot releases inviting aromas of mint, chocolate and
blackberry jam. On the palate,
a soft juicy entry filled with
supple tannins is layered with pleasant notes of black cherry, sweet tobacco
and
black plums throughout a long finish.
153 Saddleback
Merlot 2000 $
55
Oakville-Napa
Gorgeous blackberry aromas. This wine is
seductive , sweet and alluring with great balance and a beautifully
soft, silky mouthfeel. It has
lots of complexity with a substantial backbone for aging over the next 12
years.”.
Rich black cherry flavor with
spicy notes and a soft, clean finish.
152 Blackstone Merlot 2005 $
28
Serves up ripe, polished cherry,
currant and light smoky oak
shadings. A red that shows
154
This Merlot shows special
attention to top quality grapes.
A beautiful blend of “Three”
grapes. Cabernet gives it structure,
Merlot gives it roundeness and
Zinfandel gives it some nice
spicy flavors!
156 Chateau Souverain Merlot 2001 $
32
Alexander
Valley,
This is smoothly textured with
medium body and rich berry fruit.
A smooth and complex Merlot that has concentrated ripe fruit flavors,
with a supple tannins .
158 Robert Mondavi Pinot Noir 2005 $
40
A dark ruby color with a ripe,
black cherry, herb and spice scented nose and a medium-bodied
Velvety finish.
Rich, yet delicate, a superb wine with classic Pinot
Noir Character.
161 Estancia Pinot Noir, 2006 $
32
This Pinot is medium to
Full-bodied, with rich fruit,
supple tannins and great overall balance.
Carneros
A medium-bodied dry red wine
that has scents of plums, vanilla and red fruits. It is
Very pleasant and drinkable now.
Oregon
½ Bottle
A medium-bodied, dark colored
Pinot that would pair nicely with our Rack of Lamb.
A rich, full-bodied wine with
scents of cedar and cherries that will be an admirable
Dinner companion with the Black
Angus Sirloin.
A rich, full-bodied wine with
scents of black cherries and spices that will be an admirable
Dinner companion with the Filet.
Medium-bodied with assertive
spice and delicious ripe fruit. An
excellent choice with a
Rack of Lamb or Grilled Filet
Dominique. Organically farmed!
A medium-bodied
cabernet full of rich berry flavors and subtle oak flavor on the finish.
Paso Robles,
A dry
medium-bodied wine with well defined herb and cedar flavors that are balanced
With crisp acidity
and fine tannins.
133 Silverado Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 $
70
A deep red color with a
pronounced nose of oak, and rich black berry fruit.
A classy Napa
Valley Cab from Phillipe Melka. He used
to be winmaker at Dominus & also trained
In Bordeaux at
Chateau Petrus. CJ is named after his
son and daughter to honor them.
American White Wines:
Fresh, clean and dry with great
texture and a crisp finish. The perfect
compliment to
Seafood, shellfish, veal and
chicken. Best Buy WINE SPECTATOR 88 points!!
7 Stags Leap Chardonnay, 2005 $
42
8 Far Niente Chardonnay ,2005 $
85
Oaky vanilla
flavor that adds to the depth and complexity.
9 Ferrari-Carano Reserve Chardonnay, 2004 $
66
Carneros
Combines ripe fruit with a sound measure of finesse and harmony. Lots
of juicy pear, honey
And Butterscotch flavors. Best
White on List?
10 Jordan Chardonnay, 2004 $
55
This
Due to its rich, complex harmony of fruit and oak.
11 Ferrari-Carano Fume Blanc, 2005/06 $ 32
Full-bodied Fume
Blanc with full varietal flavors and subtle complex overtones of oak. One
Of
A classic,
well-bred wine with perfect balance between appealing citrus/ fresh fruit flavors
And aromas and
toasty vanilla oak.
13 Simi Chardonnay 2005 $
32
A lovely
Chardonnay full of fruit aromas, apples, melons, pears and citrus, balanced
By rich vanilla
oak flavors.
14 Beringer Chardonnay, 2003 $
28
This wine exhibits
a lovely bouquet, great fruit, excellent acid and balance
And an attractive
golden color.
15 J. Lohr Riverstone
Chardonnay 2005 $24
Clean, fresh classic
Chardonnay that’s crisp, fruity and balanced with a touch of oak.
Wine Enthusiast Rating 91
16 Hess
Collection Chardonnay, 2003
This
Chardonnay continues in what's becoming the Hess signature with floral and
citrus characters followed by notes of honey
suckle and pear. The mid palate brings flavors of
orange and apricot and is full
bodied and concentrated. The finish of the wine brings some oak
toast and crème brulee flavors
yet the acidity cleanses the palate through a lingering finish.
17 Robert Mondavi Fume Blanc,
2004/05 $
32
Fruit flavors and oak overtones.
18 Chateau Ste. Michelle Johannisberg Riesling, 2006 $ 21
Soft, fruity, medium bodied with
a hint of natural sweetness and universal appeal.
23 Cakebread Chardonnay, 2005 $
65
with subtle oak overtones.
A medium-bodied chardonnay that
has hints of apple, pears, and melons, with subtle oak
Overtones on the crisp, long
finish.
A rich, white wine blend, with a
round smoothness of texture balanced by ample ripe citrus
and tropical fruit nuances.
This is a refreshing everyday wine. There are beautiful aromas of melon, pear and
pineapple, complemented with
delicate flavors of lemon and fig. The
finish is balanced and
crisp with lingering notes of
pineapple and lemon. Only 1000 cases produced!
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