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Sparkling Wine
Rosa Regale: Castello Banfi, Italy

Grape Variety: 100% Brachetto d'Acqui
Note: A unique, red sparkling wine. Aromatic with a hint of rose petals and raspberries,
Rosa Regale is delightfully vivacious and festive. Sweet and appealing, this wine may be
enjoyed as a delicious aperitif, between-meal or after-dinner sparkler.
Pairing: Chocolates, hard cheeses, cured meats.
Martini & Rossi: Asti Spumante, Italy

Grape Variety: 100% Moscato Bianco
Note: A fruity sparkling wine grown in the heart of the prestigious Italian D.O.C.G. area.
From the aromatic and perfumed moscato grapes exalts this fresh and lively sweet
Floral favorite displaying hints of pear blossoms and ripe peaches. Refreshing and off-dry.
Pairing: Fruity desserts, pastry and ice cream.
Caposaldo: Prosecco, Brut, Veneto, Italy

Grape Variety: 100% Glera (the grape formerly called Prosecco)
Note: Bright with persistent bubbles, the wine has a fruity aroma of citrus, green apple
and acacia blossoms. On the palate, the elegant, brut-style wine has a pleasant acidity and
freshness and a soft, round mouthful.
Pairing: Light cheeses, prosciutto and other antipasti, fried foods, light pastas and desserts.
Valdo, Brut, Prosecco, Vento, Italy

Grape Variety: 100% Glera (the grape formerly called Prosecco)
Note: Straw yellow color, joined with a fine pelage and a fruity taste are the distinguishing
features of Valdo's Brut Prosecco DOC. Well-balanced structure, matched with its
flavorful and aromatic fruity fragrance.
Pairing: Starters and particularly with delicately flavored dishes and especially seafood.
Moët & Chandon: Brut, Champagne, “Impérial", France

Grape Variety: 45% Pinot Noir - 35% Pinot Meunier - 20% Chardonnay
Note: This dry straw yellow sparkling wine features medium to spicy, floral, fruity and
mineral scents and offers fine and persistent bubbles. Discover this medium-bodied
sparkling wine expressing refreshing acidity and offering a broad texture.
Pairing: Served as an aperitif and pairs perfectly with sushi, oysters, scallops and white fish.
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Moët & Chandon: “Ice Impérial,” Champagne, France

Note: Moët Ice Impérial, the first and only champagne especially created to be enjoyed
over ice. An intense fruity bouquet and the powerful aroma of tropical fruits such as
mango and guava. Finished with a generous palate combining roundness and freshness.
Pairing: Perfect by itself, light seafood appetizers and subtle light refreshing fruit desserts.
Moët & Chandon: Brut Rosė, Champagne, France

Note: A Glowing color of pink and amber highlights, lively bouquet of red fruits, strawberry,
raspberry and cherry and an expressive palate combining intensity and suppleness
Pairing: Pairs well with simple, intense, colorful flavors: Red meat, duck, goose, fresh game
meat, goats cheese, mozzarella, mascarpone and fresh red fruits.
Veuve Clicquot: Brut, Champagne, “Yellow Label", France

Note: Delicate yet powerful in its balance and expression. Dominated by Pinot Noir, its
structure is rounded out by a touch of Pinot Meunier and then finished with Chardonnay for
elegance. A blend of 50 Crus - Grand and Premier, make up the blend which delivers
vibrant and crisp fruit nuances.
Pairing: Roasted white meats with herbs, pastas and seafood.
Perrier-Jouët: Brut, Champagne, “Fleur de Champagne Belle Epoque”, France

Grape Variety: 45% Pinot Noir - 50% Chardonnay - 5% Pinot Meunier
Note: This is a full-bodied and ripe wine, showing some toastiness as well as the delicious,
concentrated apple and peach flavors. There is a crisp edge to this opulent and rich wine. A
broad, full-bodied wine with good potential despite low acidity.
Pairing: Pairs beautifully with the salty flavors of shellfish and fish or light white meat dishes.
Dom Pérignon: Brut, Champagne, France

Grape Variety: 60% Chardonnay – 40% Pinot Noir
Note: This is a wine that thrives on tension between its structure, opulence, elegance and
poise. It is certainly ripe and opulent, but it is so well balanced and layered with acidity, and
flavors of almonds, orange peel and kiwi fruits.
Pairing: It's not just about finding the perfect match. “Food is more than teasing the taste
buds. “It’s storytelling. Voilà! It has to be a journey." Richard Geoffroy
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Beau Joie: Brut, Champagne, France

Grape Variety: 60% Pinot Noir - 40% Chardonnay
Note: BEAU's true, uninhibited flavors rise through floral and yeast notes on the nose that
give way to crisp fruit flavors of citrus and apple. Pinot Noir provides the firm body and
structure. Great balance between the fruit and acid keeps this zero dosage Champagne from
being overly dry
Pairing: With the low acidity level it goes well with all foods and desserts.
Krug: Brut Rosé, Champagne, France

Grape Variety: Pinot Noir – Chardonnay - Pinot Meunier
Note: Bright orange-pink. An explosively perfumed bouquet evokes red berries, Asian
spices and flowers, along with toasty lees, anise and vanilla. Intense raspberry and bitter
cherry flavors, velvety texture and a jolt of chalky minerals on the back half.
Pairing: Great match with lamb, cured tomato, spicy dishes, cured sausages.
Gosset: Brut, “Grand Millésime,” Champagne, France

Grape Variety: 45% Pinot Noir - 36% Chardonnay - 19% Pinot Meunier
Note: On the palate, fresh, elegant and lively with notes of pineapple, mango and apricot,
followed by notes of hazelnut. Long, elegant and persistent finish.
Pairing: Enjoyed with a variety of dishes, garnished with citrus fruit or butter based sauces,
as well as braised, roasted or casseroled poultry and duck.
Barons de Rothschild (Lafite): Brut, Champagne, France

Grape Variety: 60% Chardonnay - 40% Pinot Noir
Note: The exceptional fine cuvee exudes aromas of pear and nuts marrying with hints of
white flowers and faint toasty notes. The wine’s brilliance and clarity show pale golden
highlights, Combining with very fine bubbles that carry an abundant, persistent quality.
Pairing: Would go very well with lobster and cheeses, seafood, chicken or light dishes.
Taittinger: Blanc de Blancs, Brut “Comtes De Champagne”, France

Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay
Note: On the palate, a lively, direct, precise attack is dominated by flavors of candied lemon
zest and fresh pineapple. The overall impression is of generosity, voluptuousness and volume,
highlighted by grapefruit and citrus notes.
Pairing: Perfect with creamy dishes, lobster or Carbonara pasta.
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Perrier-Jouët: Brut, "Grand", Champagne, France

Grape variety: 40% Pinot Noir - 40% Pinot Meunier - 20% Chardonnay
Note: This Grand Brut presents a gentle mousse that nudges the honey, vanilla, citrus and
ginger notes across the palate in this round, creamy Champagne. It's rich, yet subtly
flavored, with a nutty finish.
Pairing: Perfectly complements the aromas of springtime vegetables and the light poultry.
Roederer Estate: Brut Rosé, Anderson Valley, California

Grape variety: 60% Pinot Noir - 40% Chardonnay
Note: This Brut Rosé is full and round with smooth flavors and fine persistent bubbles.
The extra measure of Chardonnay contributes elegance which balance nicely with the
delicate fruitiness of the Pinot Noir.
Pairing: Pair with Sole, Fish and Chips, or Sushi/Sashimi.
Chandon: Brut, “Étoile”, North Coast, California

Grape variety: 48% Chardonnay - 46% Pinot Noir - 6% Pinot Meunier
Note: Tiny bubbles elevate an attractive bouquet of ginger and brown spice. Appealing baked
apple, honey and cinnamon flavors meld seamlessly with nutty caramel flavors gained from
aging. The creamy and seamless structure combined with balanced acidity
Pairing: Enjoy it with seafood dishes like grilled scallops prepared with a lemon beurre blanc.
Chandon: Rosé, Napa Valley, California

Note: In the glass, the color is a dramatic deep pink with a blush of sunset. Intense ripe
strawberry, juicy watermelon, and fresh red cherry fruit aromas and flavors are interwoven
with apple, pear, and stone fruit
Pairing: Perfect partner with intensely flavored dishes from Asia and Latin.
Chandon: Brut, “Classic”, Napa Valley, California

Grape variety: 57% Chardonnay - 41% Pinot Noir - 2% Pinot Meunier
Note: The wine delivers complex apple and pear characteristics accented by citrus spice over
notes of almond and caramel in the bouquet. When you taste Brut Classic, look for nutty
flavors with hints of brioche that build to a refreshingly dry finish.
Pairing: Best to refresh the palate when eating salty, creamy or nutty foods.
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Schramsberg: Blanc De Blancs, North Coast, California

Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Note: With its vibrant, fruitful and crisp nature, this sparkling wine will maintain its
freshness, structure and refined finish for many years.
Pairing: Perfect with fresh oysters and other shellfish, crab cakes, ceviche and grilled sea bass.
Lemon chicken and Thai curries.
Schramsberg: “J. Schram,” North Coast, California

Grape Variety: 86% Chardonnay - 14% Pinot Noir
Note: J. Schram opens with bright aromas of green apple, ripe grapefruit and sweet
pineapple followed by exotic nuances of mango, guava, panna cotta, and toasted
almond. A long finish is driven by generous mouthwatering and lingering acidity.
Pairing: Enjoyed with fresh shellfish, caviar, smoked salmon, tangy cheeses.
Argyle: Brut, Willametta Valley, Oregon

Note: Wine display fresh acidity while showcasing the wine's natural mineral notes.
There are notes of ripe guava, red Anjou pear, Meyer lemon, and lightly toasted brioche,
finishing with notes of honeysuckle and lemon curd.
Pairing: Pasta with cream sauces, fried foods, all types of cheeses, caviar and oysters.
Domaine Ste. Michelle: Brut, Columbia Valley, Washington

Grape variety: 63% Chardonnay - 19% Pinot Noir - 18% Pinot Gris
Note: Not too dry or sweet, Michelle Brut is a palate-pleasing sparkling wine that delivers
aromas and flavors of apples and citrus with a light, toasty finish.
Pairing: With shellfish, simple poultry or even a spin on the deck on a nice moonlit night.
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Riesling
Selbach-Oster: Spatlese, Mosel, Germany

Grape variety: 100% Riesling
Note: On the dry side, medium body with aromas of peach, pineapple, spice and
minerals. Elegant and lightweight, yet very seductive and balanced with intense flavors that
build through a long finish.
Pairing: Absolutely delightful with chicken, duck, seafood, salads, fruits and lots more.
S.A. Prüm: Kabinett, “Prüm Blue,” Mosel, Germany

Note: Delicate fragrance recalling ripe apricot and citrus fruit. Elegantly structured,
with pronounced mineral character imparted by the slate-rich soil in which the grapes
are grown.
Pairing: A delicious match with chicken, seafood and Asian cuisine
S. A. Prüm: Spätlese, “Graacher Himmelreich”, Mosel, Germany

Note: Delicate aromas of rose petals and citrus fruit. Full-bodied, with flavors of pear and
nectarine mingling with mineral nuances and culminating in a long finish.
Pairing: Lobster, shrimp and spicy Thai-style dishes, as well as creamy cheeses.
Kendall-Jackson: “Vintner’s Reserve,” Monterey County,

California
Grape variety: 95% Riesling - 3.4% Gewürztraminer - 1.6% Chardonnay
Note: "Deliciously crisp with vibrant fruit aromas and subtle spice notes. Layers of
apricot, peach and Anjou pear intermingle with bursts of aromatic jasmine delivering
a delightful finish."
Pairing: Roasted pork with apple glaze or fruit based condiments and Asian Cuisine.
Chateau Ste. Michelle: Columbia Valley, Washington

Note: Refreshing, off-dry Riesling vintage after vintage. Delivering bright passion fruit
and sweet lime character with subtle mineral notes.
Pairing: Pleasure to drink and easy to match with a variety of foods.” Fresh fruit, crab,
mild cheeses, chicken.
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Francis Ford Coppola: “Su Yuen”, Monterey County, California

Note: This wine offers beautiful aromas of tropical fruit and ginger, a crisp, refreshing
edge of green apples and minerals, and lush, juicy flavors of pineapple, peaches and lime.
Pairing: The perfect sweetness to offset spicy dishes. A beautiful complement to Asian
delicacies.
Charles Smith Wines: “Kung Fu Girl, Evergreen Vineyard” Columbia Valley,

Washington
Note: This leads with surprisingly complex scents of anise, verbena and parsley.
The palate is all about freshness, simple and direct, with a saline spine informing citrusy
limeade flavors, marked by lively acidity.
Pairing: Delicious spicy curries or Chinese-style BBQ.
Domaine Weinbach: “Schlossberg”, Grand Cru, Alsace, France

Note: Fine and delicate fruitiness, they are racy, nervy and dry, but at the same time they
are mature and long on the palate.
Pairing: Perfect with fish on the grill, oysters and other kinds of seafood.
Yalumba: “The Y Series”, Australia

Note: Crisp and tangy, showing an abundance of citrus fruit flavors. Grapefruit, lime and
lemon peel dominates the nose with a delicate floral overtone adding fragrance. The palate
is lively and refreshing wit tropical fruit flavors and a crisp lemon acidity.
Pairing: Pairs beautifully with a light cheese platter or spicy seafood dishes.
Gewürztraminer
Pacific Rim: Columbia Valley, Washington

Grape variety: 100% Gewurztraminer
Note: Unique floral and spicy sensation. Exuberantly aromatic, it conveys a sensuous perfume
of baby powder, rose petals and lavender. The floral characteristics continue in the mouth,
yielding a long, intense, detailed and unique wine.
Pairing: Ideal with spicy Indian food, lemon chicken and blue cheeses.
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Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris
Bottega Vinaia: Trentino, Italy

Grape variety: 100% Pinot Grigio
Note: Pale straw gold. Alluring floral perfume of an intensity and persistence rare in a
Pinot Grigio. Fresh, dry and flavorful with a firm structure leading into a lingering finish, it
displays character and finesse.
Pairing: This compliments various foods; cheeses, prosciuttos, calamari, poultry, etc.
Attems: Venezia Giulia, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

Note: Lightly floral apple and peach aromas. Just a hint of sweetness, but still dry and steely
with a good bit of freshness and even some citrus showing through. Great complex wine.
Pairing: Best with poultry and pastas complimented with a citrus beurre blanc.
Danzante: Venezie, Italy

Note: Appealing notes of crisp apple and pear that segue into a lovely, delicate florality.
The aromatic fruitiness continues onto a generous, full-bodied palate that is wonderfully fresh
and lively.
Pairing: Fresh seafood, white meat, creamed sauced pastas and grilled vegetables.
Santa Margherita: Valdadige, Italy

Note: This dry white wine has a straw yellow color. Its clean, intense aroma and bone-dry
taste (with an appealing flavor of Golden Delicious apples) make this Pinot Grigio a wine of
great personality and versatility.
Pairing: Ideal with seafood salads or pasta and rice dishes based on fish and shellfish.
Estancia: Napa Region, California

Note: Pale straw gold in color, with a slightly green tint. The aromas of passion fruit,
sandalwood, and grapefruit. Finished with a lively green apple, Asian pear, and lime.
Pairing: Smoked salmon, tuna, citrus sauces, seafood, poultry and pork.
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Ferrari-Carano: Sonoma County, California

Note: This wine has aromas of nectarine, lime, melon and honeysuckle complemented by
flavors of Meyer lemon, white peach and honeydew melon. Refreshing acidity with a
round mouth feel and a crisp, lingering finish.
Pairing: Seafood salad, pan-seared scallops, oysters on the half shell, or entrées with lively
and spicy flavors one might find in Asian cuisine.
J Vineyards & Winery: California

Grape variety: 100% Pinot Gris
Note: Enticing bouquet of ripe pear and tropical/pineapple fruit, Lush mouth feel with
flavors of pear, orange blossom honey, and minerals “Fragrant, tropical, herbal and stone
fruit aroma with lingering aftertaste.”
Pairing: Variety of foods from traditional coconut Thai soup to pan seared sea scallops
with avocado purée.
King Estate: "Domaine", Oregon

Note: Notes of lemon zest, honeysuckle, and slate are found in this wine that has a perfect
balance between fresh acidity and ripe sweetness.
Pairing: Best paired with Asian dishes, seafood and light spicy zest of flavors.
Willamette Valley Vineyards: Willamette Valley, Oregon

Note: Aromas of tropical papaya and starfruit with a layer of intricate white floral notes.
A fruit-forward palate of kiwi, tangerine and peach are accented by a touch of warm spice and
a finish that is crisp, clean and refreshing.
Pairing: Pairs beautiful with my other favorite delight like cheese. From Brie to Gouda.
MacMurray Ranch: Sonoma Coast, California

Note: With its rich aromas and flavors of pear, baked apple, dried fig and white peach, ripe
melon and passion fruit. The wine has an expressive, fruit-forward character and a rich
mouthfeel that will enhance with age.
Pairing: Scallops or seafood with a citrus based sauce, complement the wine's fruit complex.
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Sauvignon Blanc / Fumé Blanc / Chenin Blanc
Michel Redde: Sancerre, “Les Tuilières”, France

Grape variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Note: A crisp, racy Sauvignon Blanc with pure fruit and herb varietal aromas, this
wine shows clean, intense citrus, apple and mineral flavors finishing with a tangy,
high-toned, cleanly balanced acidity.
Pairing: Perfect with fish on the grill, oysters and other kinds of seafood or white meat dishes.
Château Carbonnieux: Blanc, Pessac - Lêognan, France

Grape variety: 70% Sauvignon - 30% Sémillon.
Note: A very distinctive nose, marked by citrus fruit, with subtle floral touches. .A very pleasant
initial taste, with fine backbone and excellent balance. The outstanding ripeness of the
Sémillon offers a full-bodied finish, with great length.
Pairing: Japanese cuisine, maki, sushi and sashimi.
Barons de Rothschild – Lafite: Bordeaux, “Réserve Spéciale”, France

Grape variety: 60 % Semillon - 40% Sauvignon Blanc
Note: Bright straw color with glints of gold. Intense and elegant, combining aromas of citrus
(lime, grapefruit) and exotic fruits (passion fruit) with mineral notes. Very pleasing, lively, fresh
finish with intense fruity aromas.
Pairing: Aged cheeses, or a French dip sandwich.
Remy Pannier: Vouvray, Loire, France

Grape variety: 100% Chenin Blanc
Notes: Richly fragrant with hints of ripe pear, honey and brioche. Harmonious and delicately
sweet, with flavors of green apple underscored by honey nuances. Round and refreshing, with
lime, almond and hints of spice on the finish.
Pairing: Delicious with roasted nuts, foie gras, fish dishes, honey glazed ham.
Honig: Napa Valley, California

Grape variety: 93% Sauvignon Blanc – 6% Sémillon – 1% Muscat
Note: Crisp and fresh created in the classic Honig style. Peach, lemon grass, hints of
jasmine and pea shoot are balanced by grapefruit and lime. Medium bodied, with a bright,
lingering finish.
Pairing: Enjoyable with many foods including curries, roasted fish and a wide variety of cheeses.
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Duckhorn: Napa Valley, California

Grape variety: 84% Sauvignon Blanc - 16% Sémillon
Note: Both crisp and complex, displays enticing aromas of grapefruit, summer melon
and lime zest with subtle hints mandarin orange. Wine is crisp and refreshing from start to
finish, there is a richness to the mid-palate that supports the vibrant fruit characters.
Pairing: Apple walnut salad, shrimp cocktail, artichoke dip, egg rolls and Thai chicken.
Ferrari-Carano: Fumé Blanc, Sonoma County, California

Note: Delicious aromas of white peach, orange blossom, pear, quince, Meyer lemon and
mango complemented by peach, grapefruit, pear and lemon flavors. This wine has bright
acidity and crisp freshness.
Pairing: Seafood and poultry dishes, white meats such as veal and pork.
Clos du Bois: North Coast, California

Note: Pale silver straw in color with a slight green tint, our Sauvignon Blanc has lively
Aromas of lime zest, white grapefruit, gooseberry, delicate florals, and lemongrass. A slight
hint of juicy citrus flavors lead to a crisp, lingering finish.
Pairing: This wine is a fit for light fare from all seasons—especially shellfish, ceviche, and salads.
Robert Mondavi Winery: Fumé Blanc, “Reserve,” Napa Valley, California

Note: A wave of concentrated stone fruit flavors fold into lemon citrus, white floral, herb
and an intriguing savoriness as the wine rides across the palate.
Pairing: Pasta or seafood in a cream sauce or chicken salad, pork tenderloin, seafood
Dry Creek Vineyard: Fumé Blanc, Sonoma County, California

Note: Offers a distinct aromatic and flavor profile that sets it apart from the competition.
In the glass, Meyer lemon, kefir lime, fresh citrus and grassy characters. The palate repeats
vibrant aromatic themes making the wine mouthwatering and delicious.
Pairing: Range of food compatibilities, pairing well with oysters, seafood and goat cheese.
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Château Ste. Michelle: “Horse Heaven Vineyard,” Washington

Note: This wine is crisp, with citrus characteristics. Bright, vibrant, expressive and juicy, with
quince, pear, floral and spice flavors that dance through the long finish."
Pairing: Mussels, halibut, chicken, goat cheese and combination of herbs cilantro and oregano
Pine Ridge: California

Grape variety: 80% Chenin Blanc - 20% Viognier
Note: Brilliant and refreshing, bursts with an array of delightful aromas, opening with fresh
lemon, juicy honeydew melon, pomelo and sweet mango, complemented by soft orange
blossom and carnation floral notes. The palate is crisp and mouth-watering, leading with
luscious papaya, yellow pear and ruby grapefruit flavors that are balanced
Pairing: Try with a flavorful Thai curry, a sushi dish, such as a spicy tuna roll, or seared halibut.
Nobilo: “Icon,” Marlborough, New Zealand

Note: Pale yellow with delicate hints of green aroma. Lifted aromas of citrus fruit, jalapeño,
and tropical fruit palate. Crisp, clean, and complex. Pure fruit flavors combined with juicy
acidity.
Pairing: Array of seafood dishes like Pan-seared monkfish with fresh asparagus.
Kim Crawford: Marlborough, New Zealand

Note: Lifted aromatics of tropical fruits combined with the traditional nettle and herbaceous
aromas. On the palate, firm acidity is surrounded by tropical fruits and herbaceous notes
with hints of citrus sneaking in.
Pairing: Pairs brilliantly with fresh oysters, asparagus, lobster, or summer salads.
Brancott Estate: Marlborough, New Zealand

Note: Ripe tropical aromas balancing nettle aromatics with highlights of ripe grapefruit and
white blossoms. The wine displays intensity with white stone-fruit and pink grapefruit
balancing refreshing nettle flavors almost pungent in character.
Pairing: Great matched with grilled oysters, barbecued prawns or salmon and white
fish.
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Cloudy Bay: Marlborough, New Zealand

Note: The nose is bright with aromas of kaffir lime and grapefruit. A generous palate reveals
ripe citrus, stone fruit and lemongrass flavors balanced by crunchy acidity.
Pairing: Asian-style seafood dishes, Thai food, Dishes with herbs and greens
Allan Scott: Marlborough, New Zealand

Note: Fresh citrus and nettles with hints of passion fruit on the nose. The citrus and passion
fruit follows through to the palate with hints of dried herbs. The wine is perfectly balanced
with lovely texture and an appealing finish.
Pairing: Fresh fish and chips your best wine glasses and a bottle of this.
Spy Valley: Marlborough, New Zealand

Note: White peach, melon and mango with a zesty sweet pea and citrus edge. The silken
texture flows through a rich mid palate and clean finish. Predominantly ripe tropical fruit
flavors with subtle mineral and savory influences.
Pairing: It matches up well with pasta.
Simonsig: Stellenbosch, South Africa

Note: vibrant tropical aromas, freshly cut grass, gooseberries and kiwi. On the palate, this
wine is well-balanced with layers of fruit. The complexity of flavors together with a crisp,
zesty acidity contributes to the fuller mouth feel.
Pairing: making this wine versatile to pair well with a variety of dishes.
Fairview: Darling, South Africa

Note: Pale straw yellow in color with intense fruity aromas of guava and quince balanced
by clean citrus notes. The palate starts with ripe fruit and medium weight, developing into a
fresh finish and lingering minerality.
Pairing: White meats including chicken, pork chops and fish.
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Protea: Coastal Region, South Africa

Note: The liquid is delightful - a splash of lemon curd and peach blossom are cheerful
palate greeters. Jasmine and lanolin come into play towards the middle and to the finish,
lifted by its pretty, natural acidity.
Pairing: Roasted Chicken, Seafood, Shellfish
Caliterra: Casablanca Valley, Reserva, Aconcagua, Chile

Grape variety: 100 % Sauvignon Blanc
Note: The lively aromas feature tropical fruit, especially passion fruit and pineapple,
together with notes of white peach, lemon and herbs. A distinctive mineral note is
lightly evident on the nose and carries through to the palate.
Pairing: Best served cheeses and shrimp cocktail or grilled shrimp with a citrus/garlic marinade.
Arboleda: Aconcagua Valley, Aconcagua, Chile

Grape variety: 100 % Sauvignon Blanc
Note: Citrusy grapefruit aromas and floral notes such as orange and lemon blossom
intermingle with light notes of wild gooseberry, green chilli, and tomato leaf. The palate is
very crisp and juicy with citrus and mineral acidity
Pairing: wines pair well with fish, aged cheeses, and creamy vegetarian dishes.
Chardonnay
Aussières Blanc by Barons de Rothschild – Lafite: Languedoc, France

Note: Nose: The first notes suggest summer fruit, such as apricots and yellow peaches. The
nose then develops aromatic finesse with floral notes. The attack is lively and silky. Good
freshness for the entire length of the palate. Exotic fruit mingled with citrus notes on the.
Pairing: The freshness of this wine is ideal for an aperitif or simple fish dishes.
Louis Latour: Pouilly-Fuissé, Burgundy, France

Note: There are beautiful white fruit aromas that mix very-well with fine almond notes.
There are also Muscat-like aromatics that can be smelt and which linger in the mouth.
A wine to be savored whilst young with lovely minerality and focused finish.
Pairing: Shellfish - charcuterie - skate - reblochon cheese.
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Domaine William Fèvre: Chablis, Premier Cru, Burgundy, France

Note: Powerful bouquet, combining aromas of citrus and white-fleshed fruit with a mineral
note typical of the appellation. Rich and concentrated, the palate has remarkable freshness
and length.
Pairing: Fish, seafood and shellfish, grilled or in a cream sauce. Poultry and white meat.
Louis Jadot: Meursault, France

Note: A fragrant, ripe, full fruited bouquet which is confirmed on the palate, a generous,
supple texture and the distinctive hazelnut and spice nuances which carry into a persistent
finish of great finesse.
Pairing: Meursault is rich enough to match foods like fish in a cream sauce and poultry.
Thierry Matrot: Burgundy, France

Note: There is a hint of sauvignon blanc to the citrus, pear and floral aromas. The round,
delicious and nicely vibrant flavors possess good vibrancy on the dry, clean and grapefruit-
infused finish that is a bit lean.
Pairing: It is fruity and round and can be enjoyed as an aperitif or enjoyed with charcuterie, chick-
en and grilled fish.
Louis Latour: Puligny-Montrachet, Burgundy, France

Note: has a complex nose with floral and vanilla aromas. In the mouth it is round with notes
of white fruits and almonds, accompanied by an elegant woodiness, a touch of brioche
and hints of vanilla. It has a lovely minerality on the finish.
Pairing: A broad array of mildly flavored poultry, veal, fish and shellfish dishes.
Ferrari-Carano: Sonoma County, California

Note: This full-bodied Chardonnay boasts aromas of pear, green apple, honeydew, orange,
lychee and peach perfectly balanced by a fruity entry with refreshing acidity with flavors of
Meyer lemon, honeysuckle, vanilla, pineapple and a floral finish.
Pairing: Perfect with seafood, poultry, white meats and dishes with cream sauces.
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Buena Vista: Carneros, California

Note: Opens with brilliant aromas of white flowers and baked apple layered with notes of
toasted almonds and clementine. This is a complex wine that coats the palate
while still displaying brisk acidity and a long, full finish
Pairing: Will drink comfortably with all sorts of foods. Try pairing it with a goat cheese
Cakebread Cellars: Napa, California

Note: Boasts fresh, fragrant, apple, melon and pear aromas with a hint of oak spice.
Rich and mouthfilling on the palate, its smooth, beautifully balanced, yellow apple, nectarine
and honeydew melon flavors.
Pairing: Various seafood, roasted chicken, ricotta and prosciutto.
Rombauer: Carneros, California

Note: Juicy peaches, pineapple and lime greet the nose, followed by vanilla and cedar.
Ripe tropical fruit and fig jam flood the lush, silky palate. Soft spice, vanilla and nectarines
mark the lengthy finish
Pairing: Pan seared scallops, broiled salmon with asparagus, and crème brulee.
Mer Soleil: “Barrel Fermented,” Santa Lucia Highlands, California

Note: The palate is an inviting medley of peach and pear; layered with tropical notes of
pineapple and banana. The vibrant acidity is well balanced. It is medium to full-bodied,
refreshing and well integrated oak characteristics that offer a round lengthy finish.
Pairing: Perfect with cooked salmon with a hollandaise sauce or roasted chicken with
prosciutto cream sauce.
Mer Soleil: Unoaked, "Silver" Santa Lucia Highlands, California

Note: A pale yellow hue, the wine is well balanced with great structure. Pink grapefruit and
key lime characters shine through on the nose, followed by lemon zest and stone-fruit. The
mid-palate displays intriguing notes of lemon meringue, quince and citrus, complemented
by a crisp acidity that carries through from start to finish.
Pairing: A wide array of food, particularly salads, grilled seafood, tomato-based dishes and
fresh oysters.
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Meiomi by Belle Glos: Sonoma-Monterey-Santa Barbara Counties, California

Note: 49% Santa Barbara County - Exotic sweet spice and lively tropical fruit notes.
30% Sonoma County - Crisp apple and lean minerality.
21% Monterey County - Ripe stone fruit core and round, creamy texture
Pairing: Pairs well with creamed chicken dishes.
Dutton Ranch: Russian River Valley, California

Note: This wine is about freshness and balance: in the nose it leads with Meyer lemon, pear
and mineral notes, with tropical and ginger overtones. The lusciousness of this season is
balanced by solid acidity and an evolving fruit core that keeps you coming back.
Pairing: A wonderful pairing with triple-crème cheeses, chicken dishes with beurre blanc.
Newton: “Unfiltered,” Napa County, California

Note: Unfiltered exhibits notes of white peaches and honeysuckle, a beautiful, medium
to full-bodied texture, superb purity, good acidity and a sensual finish."
Pairing: A combination of shrimp, surimi crab, scallops, mussels and littleneck clams in a
rich white clam sauce.

Note: This wine has a brilliant silver straw yellow hue. Intense aromas of apple blossom,
ripe pear, and sweet lemon drop are complimented by toasty oak, spice and cream. The
wine is overlaid with bright and juicy flavors of ripe apple and pear finishing in a long fresh
aftertaste.
Pairing: The likes of fish prepared in lemon butter, pasta in cream sauce, and chicken dishes.
Kendall-Jackson: “Avant,” California

Note: Crisp, bright and sleek, Kendall-Jackson AVANT Chardonnay is cold-fermented to retain
green apple and lemon drop flavors. Fresh, crisp, fruit-driven
Pairing: Monterey Jack cheese, guacamole, grilled shrimp
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Cambria: “Katherine’s Vineyard,”

Note: Subtle tropical and citrus aromas with pineapple, stonefruit and apple avors. Oak and
vanilla balance out the flavors on the palate. Nicely balanced with weight on the
mid-palate leading into a crisp, fresh finish.
Pairing: Well paired with crab and lobster, shrimp, fried calamari, and grilled salmon.
La Crema: Russian River Valley, California

Note: vibrant, perfumed aromatics and fresh, bright fruit flavors. The 2012 season was
nearly perfect, and Chardonnay developed great complexity and concentration while
naturally juicy acidity and fresh aromas and flavors.
Pairing: Chicken curry, crab risotto with herbs, chicken and various white meat.
Patz & Hall: “Dutton Ranch,” Russian River Valley, California

Note: The aromas showcase high-toned tropical and Muscat-like notes alongside lovely
layers of white flower and citrus peel. French oak-inspired notes of hazelnut, graham
cracker and spicy clove.
Pairing: Sometimes all you want is a fresh green salad, fabulous cheeses and beautiful wine.
Hartford Court: “Stone Côte Vineyard,” Sonoma Coast, California

Note: Offers aromas of spiced pears, hazelnuts and crushed rocks. White peach, nectarine
and tangle of flavors are counter balanced with a textural finish reminiscent of stones and
minerals.
Pairing: Cheeses, white meats, fruits and seafood.
Robert Mondavi Private Selection: “Reserve,” Carneros, California

Note: Ripe Asian pear, autumn quince and white melon fruit mingle beautifully with toasty
hazelnuts and a hint of ginger spice in this classic Napa Valley Chardonnay. The tantalizing
flavors ride silkily along a rich wave of texture into a long, lingering finish.
Pairing: Various seafood, roasted chicken, ricotta and creamy pasta.
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Bonterra: Mendocino, Organically Grown Grapes, California

Note: Bonterra means 'good land'; which this certainly is, where organic agriculture and
ecosystems have been created to achieve varietal purity and to provide a habitat to
hundreds of other plants. With tropical fruit notes, a creamy texture.
Pairing: Enjoy with seafood, white meats and light dishes.
Castle Rock: Central Coast, California

Note: This elegant Chardonnay offers a rich, ripe and fruity character with a delicious
blending of vanilla, pear, citrus and melon flavors, subtle oak undertones and a long,
balanced finish.
Pairing: Will complement most cuisines like fish, poultry and lightly sauced entrees.
Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi: Bianco, “Castello di Pomino,” Tuscany, Italy

Grape variety: 95% Chardonnay – 5% Pinot Bianco
Note: Fruit nuances the first to emerge, including apple, pear, peach, and banana, followed
by fragrant hints of lily of the valley and hawthorn. An ultra-velvety texture, rich depth, and
superb balance contribute to a remarkably elegant palate
Pairing: Fish steaks or fillets, such as salmon, and a wide range of sweets and desserts.
Ruffino: Toscana, “La Solatìa”, Italy

Grape variety: Chardonnay 90% - Viognier 10%
Note: Medium bodied, the taste reveals clean fruity notes of golden apple and mango,
accompanied by hints of honey, sage and bread crust. The acidity is well integrated
in the structure and the aftertaste is long lingering with notes of dried exotic fruit.
Pairing: Pork, rich fish and poultry dishes.
Woodstock: McLaren Vale, South Australia

Note: Aromas of freshly cut apple and sherbet promise a long future. Initial fresh apple zing
with a blend of stone and tropical fruits mingle on the mid-palate. Balanced acidity
combines these fruit and subtle oak characters giving a lingering flavour profile.
Pairing: Light creamy dishes like chicken lasagne and crab pasta match well.
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Devil’s Lair: Margaret River, Australia

Note: Aromas of grapefruit, melon and white peach, with hints of almond and spiced bread.
The palate is intense, yet elegant. This wine has great length and structure with the fruit
supported by attractive and subtle oak.
Pairing: Choose your food - cheese (blue, goat, Parmesan), fish, chicken and sushi.
Penfolds: “Koonunga Hill,” South Australia

Note: Arising from 6 months on yeast lees, the palate is flavorsome and creamy with
highlighted notes of nougat and hazelnut praline. Beautifully balanced out with fine acidity,
this wine is best consumed young and fresh
Pairing: Surf and turf: grilled rib steak and lobster with yoghurt sauce
Petaluma Winery, Adelaide Hills, Australia

Note: A full-flavored, fruit driven Petaluma Chardonnay. Ripe nectarine and white peach
aromas are complemented by soft toasty oak nuances. The palate balances vibrant fruit
notes with a sublime minerality, creamy mouthfeel and lovely lingering acidity.
Pairing: Drink with roast chicken or turkey, or honey roast pork with apricot and sage stuffing.
Errazuriz: "Wild Ferment," Casablanca, Aconcagua, Chile

Note: Of straw-yellow color, with golden highlights, the wine feels fruity on the nose, with
notes of pineapple, papaya and a very interesting citric floral touch, complemented by soft
toasted and nutty aromas that add complexity and elegance.
Pairing: Well with fennel-crusted pork loin roasted with apples, potatoes and red onion.
Caliterra: “Tributo”, Casablanca, Chile

Note: Aromas of apple, peach, cream, buttered toast, vanilla and popcorn give voice to
the richness of this gorgeous wine. The palate picks right up on these clues. Creamy-textured
with good weight and flavor.
Pairing: Basil pesto, cheese fondue, chicken breast, frittata, prawn bisque.
Arrogant Frog: "Lily Pad White, Vin de Pays d Oc, Languedoc, France
Grape variety: 85% Chardonnay – 15% Viogner
Notes: Brilliant gold with straw yellow tints. Elegant aromas of tropical fruits, with peach
and white flowers and hints of vanilla. Fresh and mellow with a long persistent finish with
fruity notes.
Pairing: Seafood 7 fish; also complement sushi, white meats, blue cheeses & fruit desserts.
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Adventurous Whites
Château La Nerthe: Blanc, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, France

Grape variety: 38% Roussanne - 28% Grenache Blanc - 22% Clairette - 12% Bourboulenc
Note: Golden yellow in color. Honeycomb and tropical fruit nose. Tastes of pear, pineapple
and apple. Good mid palate depth. Medium bodied. Excellent balance. Long complex finish.
Pairing: Enjoy with an elegant fish dish, with a suitably subtle sauce.
Treana: “Mer Soleil Vineyard”, Central Coast, California

Grape variety: Viogner - Marsanne
Notes: A beautiful bouquet of peaches and lime is bolstrered by aromatic notes of
honeysuckle. Full in body and rich in flavor, the wine invigorates the palate with dried
apricot, pineapple, subtle citrus flavors and notes of honey, which continue through a
long finish
Pairing: Would be a great pairing with spicy dishes.
Conundrum: California
Grape variety: Chardonnay – Sauvignon Blanc – Semillon – Muscat Canelli - Viogner
Notes: Distinctive for its ripe, complex array of flavors, focusing on pear, peach and
melon. Picks up notes of citrus on the crisp, yet lush and creamy finish.
Pairing: Conundrum can be served with every course from appetizer to dessert, and
pairs beautifully with spicy foods and full-flavored Asian cuisine.
Feudi di San Gregorio: Greco di Tufo, Italy

Grape variety: 100% Greco di Tufo
Notes: Intense straw yellow color with a golden shimmer.
Aromatic with scents of ripe pears, apricots, apples, fern and mint.
Harmonious, with a lively acidity and mineral structure typical of the Greco grape, with soft
balsamic notes on the finish.
Pairing: Ideal with raw fish dishes, pastas, buffalo mozzarella and white meat dishes.
Leth: Grüner Veltliner, “Steinagrund Lagenreserve,” Wagram,

Grape variety: 100% Grüner Veltliner
Notes: Very similar to Sauvignon Blanc, in many respects, Grüner Veltliner is a great alternative
to explore, expressing nuances that will make your nose and palate crave more. Bright
citron-yellow, apples, pears, gooseberries, this wine surprises with its fruitiness, typical spicy
and minerality on the palate, a hint of mint in the finish.
Pairing: Pork, Rich fish (salmon, tuna etc.) and Shellfish
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Planeta: Bianco, “La Segreta,” Sicilia, Italy

Grape variety: 50% Grecanico, 30% Chardonnay, 10% Viognier, 10% Fiano
Notes: A fine clear yellow with slight greenish reflections. The impact is generous and
exuberant. Aromas of well- balanced citrus, pineapple and white peach Palate Fresh and
balanced, a successful balance between acidity, fruitiness and volume which is never
excessive. A full and aromatic finish
Pairing: Fresh pasta, Tagliolini, Lasagnetta with fresh broad beans and ricotta.
Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi: Vermentino, “Ammiraglia,” Tuscany, Italy

Grape variety: 100% Vermentino
Notes: Vermentino, a variety cultivated in the Mediterranean basin since ancient times, is
the best white grape interpretation of the virgin territory of the Tuscan coast. It is a lovely,
intense straw-yellow color, surprising for its floral and candied-fruit notes, as well as for its
intriguing minerality. The palate reveals body and persistence.
Pairing: With braised beef, game meat, light poultry and seafood dishes.
Boutari: White, “Elios,” Peloponnese, Greece

Grape variety: 50% Moscofilero, 30% Chardonnay, 10% Roditis and 10% Saviatiano.
Notes: This wine has an appealing nose of star-fruit, pears and a light wheat-like aroma.
In the mouth it is lively with acidity and has a pleasant body of pear and citrus flavors that
continue, uncomplicated to a modest finish that has a hint of bitter citrus zest.
Pairing: Work really well with a clam bake, soft-shell crabs, grilled sole or even a pasta.
Boutari: Santorini, Aegean Islands, Greece

Grape variety: 100% Assyrtiko (Great white grape from Greece)
Notes: Yellow-white color, with aromas of exotic and citrus fruits, green apple, peach
and grapefruit. A refined wine, zesty, with an intense metallic character, a rich body,
wonderfully balanced taste and a long and strong aromatic aftertaste.
Pairing: It pairs excellently with seafood, poultry and white meat dishes.
Sokol Blosser: “Evolution”, Oregon

Grape variety: 9 Varietals; Pinot Gris – Riesling – Muscat – Gewürztraminer –
Müller-Thurgau - Semillon – Pinot Blanc – Sylvaner - Chardonnay
Notes: This lush, tropical blend has flavors of nectarine and citrus, finishes crisp and is loved
by an overwhelming majority of those who try it.
Pairing: They paired it with spicy Asian, Indian, Mexican and Caribbean foods.
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Cline: California
Grape variety: 100% Viogner
Notes: Rich and distinctive aromas of peaches, apricots, orange-blossom, and honeysuckle.
It is full flavored in the mouth with good weight of fruit and hints of spice. The finish is
surprisingly elegant. No oak is used in this wine.
Pairing: Pairs well with Gruyere or Camembert cheese, sushi, or tarragon chicken.
Zolo: Torrontés, Mendoza, Argentina

Grape variety: 100% Torrontés
Notes: We strive to achieve a Torrontés with aromas of citrus, white flowers and
tropical fruits and a fresh and richly textured palate with a long, well balanced finish.
Pairing: Sea bass with a mango salsa.
d’Arenberg: White, “The Stump Jump,” McLaren Vale, South Australia

Grape variety: 46% Riesling – 23% Sauvignon Blanc – 19% Marsanne – 12% Roussanne
Note: The nose is wonderfully aromatic with vibrant tropical fruit, barley sugar and a hint of
guava. The palate is equally fresh and lively with zesty citrus characters of lemon, lime and a
touch of orange.
Pairing: Extremely food flexible, pair it with just about anything you'd eat during the summer.
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Rosé / Blush
Beringer: White Zinfandel, California

Grape variety: 100% Zinfandel
Notes: Pale rose color with a strawberry & rhubarb aroma, touch of fruit sweetness in
Flavor and delicate, soft finish.Fresh red berry, citrus and melon aromas and flavors.
Pairing: With this low alcohol content it pairs well with just about everything. A good
starter for the first time wine drinker.
Château Miraval: Rosé, Côtes de Provence, Provence, France

Grape variety: Cinsault – Grenache - Rolle - Syrah
Notes: Beautiful light pale pink color. On the nose, fantastic bouquet with delicate aromas
of white fruits, just-picked strawberries and floral notes. The palate is complex with
raspberry and wild strawberry notes, wild herbs, citrus and wet stone flavors.
Pairing: Lobster, especially black cod with an earthy mushroom sauce.
Mirabeau, Rosé: Côtes de Provence, Provence, France

Grape variety: Grenache – Cinsault - Syrah
Notes: With abiding aromas of wild strawberries, raspberry and redcurrant
The palate is a zesty combination of ripe red fruits and luscious apple notes, and the
vibrant flavors are well-balanced by a lovely long and lingering finish.
Pairing: Great pairing with a traditional antipasti or that Chinese take away.
Château d’Esclans: Rosé, Côtes de Provence, Provence, France

Grape variety: Grenache - Rolle
Notes: Very pale watery pink. Delicate light red fruit. Delicate dusty floral fragrance. Refined,
dry- tasting Provençal style. Fresh, undemonstrative, persistent. Very good but a slight
bitterness on the finish.
Pairing: It with lightly grilled steaks, salmon, other fish dishes and salads, as well as cheese.
Château d’Esclans: Rosé, Côtes de Provence, “Whispering Angel,” Provence,

France
Grape variety: Grenache - Rolle (Vermentino) – Cinsault - Syrah - Tibouren
Notes: A tangy white with light strawberry jam and lemon character. Full and crisp with a
cherry skin, clean finish. Always delicious.
Pairing: Well paired with a grilled Salmon or even roasted duck
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Jean-Luc Colombo: Rosé, Coteaux -en-Provence, “Côte Bleue,” Provence,

France
Grape variety: 40% Syrah - 40% Mourvèdre - 20% Counoise
Notes: Soft, delicate pink color. Subtle hints of peach, rose petal and pepper on the nose.
Subtle, round and full of finesse. Surprisingly complex, with intriguing notes of raspberries,
fresh cherry, black olive and fennel.
Pairing: With a wide range of appetizers, fish, poultry dishes and vegetarian fare.
I’M: Rosé, “Deep,” Napa Valley, California

Grape variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Notes: Captivating aromas of strawberry, cranberry and red apple fill the glass. Light weight
in the mouth with waves of bright red fruit that roll across the palate. Mouthwatering acidity
dances on the tongue complementing a juicy finish.
Pairing: Good quality cheddar-style cheese pairs with chocolate and wine for an appetizer, or
even as a dessert.
Belle Glos: Rosé Blanc, “Oeil de Perdrix”, Yorkville Highlands, California

Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Notes: Pronounced aromas of ripe strawberry and green
apple are supported by an undertone of light oak. The flavors are lively with cranberry
and cirus zest notes. The full, lush mouthfeel is balanced by a brisk acidity and mineral
elements, leading to a long-lasting finish.
Pairing: Seafood, white meats or simple platters of grilled veggies, cheese and salami.
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Moscato Wine
Lindemans: “Bin 90,” South Eastern Australia

Grape variety: 100% Moscato
Notes: Light straw with youthful green tinges. Lifted aromas of citrus, musk and freshly
cut grapes. Lively and vibrant with musk and tropical notes which fill the mouth
and linger.
Pairing: would be much better with food, either cheeses and nuts or along with a
dessert.
Ruffino: Moscato d’Asti, Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety: 100% Moscato Bianco
Notes: Is pleasantly sweet and fragrant with distinct notes of peach and orange
blossoms. This wine is perfectly tempered by the freshness of its refined bubbles.
Look for hints of elderberry and wisteria along with a sweet white-fruit finish.
Pairing: A classic Italian pairing is with fresh bread, salami, figs and melon.
Castello del Poggio: Moscato, Provincia di Pavia, Lombardy, Italy

Grape variety: 100% Muscat
Notes: Fruity and very inviting, with intense scents of peaches and exotic fruit. Fresh and
pleasantly sweet
Pairing: Excellent with jam tarts, fruit salads, and pastries.
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Dessert Wine
Pelee Island Winery: Late Harvest, Ontario, Canada:

Grapes: 100% Riesling
Notes: A beautifully aromatic dessert wine with aromas of sweet peach, honey, canned
pear, a touch of citrus and a hint of rose. The palate shows mainly ripe peaches
Pairing: Perfect with biscotti, angel food cake and fruit-based desserts.
Inniskillin: Vidal, Ice Wine, Niagara Peninsula, VQA, Ontario, Canada

Grapes: Vidal – Chardonnay – Cabernet Franc - Riesling
Notes: This Ice wine is billowing with ripe peaches and apricots on the nose combined with
the delicious overtones of marmalade and candied brown sugar.
Pairing: Perfect on its own as a dessert, or an excellent match to fresh fruit, rich paté or fine
blue veined and cream based cheeses.
Errazuriz: Late Harvest, Casablanca Valley, Aconcagua, Chile

Grapes: 88% Sauvignon Blanc - 5% Viognier - 7% Gewurztraminer
Notes: Aromas of citrus, candied apricots, and quince intermingle with subtle notes of
white flowers and nuts. The palate is smooth and unctuous with enough acidity to impart
freshness that runs through its persistent finish
Pairing: Enjoy as an after-dinner sipper.
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Pinot Noir
Henri Gouges: Nuits-St.-Georges, Burgundy, France

Notes: An attractively complex nose of black raspberry, plum and pungent earth
introduces rich, round and fleshy medium weight plus flavors that possess excellent density
but also relatively fine supporting tannins that add shape to the strikingly long finish.
Pairing: Pork and rich fish (salmon, tuna) dishes.
Vincent Girardin: Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy, France

Notes: The wine has a big, bold and bright fruited nose of dark red berry fruits and dark
plums. Full-bodied, this shows bright, rich, well-ripened fruit, juicy and lush, and properly
concentrated, all supported by firm, but fine-grained tannin structure.
Pairing: Seared Salmon atop Shiitake Risotto, Bacon Roasted Brussels sprouts.
Michel Picard: Charmes-Chambertin, Grand Cru, Burgundy, France

Notes: Deep ruby with crimson tints. Nose: Intense and complex bouquet combining
blackcurrant, blueberry and vanilla.
Palate: A nice and powerful start, well balanced in mouth, with elegant tannins.
Pairing: Leg of mutton, Beef Bourguignon, jugged meats, game pâté.
Domaine Drouhin: Willamette Valley, Oregon

Notes: Subtle floral notes of lilac and rose petal lead into complex aromas of earth, black
cherries, cranberry, black tea, allspice and clove. Full bodied and harmonious, the mid palate
is layered with sweet, supple fruit and flavors of pomegranate and cherry.
Pairing: Paired beautiful with poultry, beef, fish, ham, lamb and pork
Alexana: “Revana Vineyard,” Dundee Hills, Oregon

Notes: Bright red fruit aromas like cherry and cranberry give way to complex notes of smoky
black tea, violets and coffee grounds. On the palate, blackberries and currants intermingle
nicely with subtle flavors of tobacco and anise
Pairing: Veal, pork, Game (Deer, venison) Rich fish (salmon, tuna etc.) Poultry
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Estancia: Monterey County, California

Note: Ruby red in color, notes of dark berries, black cherry and caramel accent the allspice,
rose petals and soft hints of vanilla. Ripe blueberry, black cherry and plum balanced by
rich creamy vanilla leading to a smooth lingering finish.
Pairing: Smoked salmon, asparagus, pork, poultry and steak
Castle Rock: Central Coast, California

Notes: This elegant and medium-bodied wine offers aromas of Cherry and herbal spice. On
the palate the wine gives complex layers of cinnamon, spice, black cherry, sweet vanilla oak
and floral notes, with a long velvety finish.
Pairing: this versatile wine pairs well with lamb, chicken, veal, salmon and light pasta dishes.
Cherry Pie: “Stanly Ranch,” Napa Valley, California

Notes: It shows weighty textural richness in its sweet, juicy red cherries, mint, cinnamon
and cloves. It has tons of energy and minerality to support the dense fruit. Sweet floral
notes add lift on the finish.
Pairing: Well paired, especially dark bird meats and lighter fruit desserts,
Belle Glos: “Las Alturas Vineyard,” Santa Lucia Highlands, California

Notes: Intense ruby red in color, it is an intriguing aromatic mix of sunbaked blackberry,
bright cranberry, ripe plum, black licorice and hints of candy apple. Complex red and black
fruits unfold on the palate; blackberries, raspberries and warm cherry pie filling, with a
wonderful dark chocolate characteristic.
Pairing: Grilled steaks with a béarnaise sauce a perfect compliment.
Belle Glos: “Clark & Telephone Vineyard,” Santa Maria Valley, California
Notes: The palate comes alive with flavors of ripe raspberries, strawberry jam, a dense
blackberry core, warm gingerbread, and a hint of toffee. When asked to describe this
wine, “I simply say it’s like a taste of Christmas, all year long”.
Pairing: Sharp cheddar, feta and goats cheese; Red meats and curried lambs cutlets.
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Meiomi by Belle Glos: Monterey-Santa Barbara-Sonoma, California

Notes: Intensely fruity and penetrating nose with effusive scents of ripe dark berries. A rich,
but smooth and caressing wine in the mouth, with a multilayered core of berries and a
complimentary underpinning of toasty oak.
Pairing: Moroccan Spices with Grilled Lamb Chops
La Crema: Russian River Valley, California

Notes: The wine opens with fresh aromas of boysenberry, supported by deeper tones of
anise, espresso bean and earth. The palate expands into black cherry and dark chocolate
flavors, rounded by cola and clove. Velvety, the supple tannins and spice linger on a long
satisfying finish.
Pairing: Great paired with an array of beef, chicken rich spice and seasoning.
Patz & Hall: Sonoma Coast, California

Notes: On the palate, the flavors are vivid and pure, with red cherry and raspberry fruit
supported by soft acidity. The tannins are supple and subtle, adding to this wine’s weight
and velvety texture, with oak-inspired notes of cinnamon, contributing nuance and complexity.
Pairing: This is an exceptional food wine that will provide lots of pleasure in its youth.
Spy Valley: Marlborough, New Zealand

Notes: Deep purple-garnet bouquet. Fragrant of dried spices, toasted nuts, cocoa
And plum and boysenberry fruit aromas. Layers of red fruits and ground spices overlay
a mouth filling and complete structure.
Pairing: Game meats, lamb, pork roasts.
Matua Valley: Marlborough, New Zealand

Notes: Casts a ruby-purple color, providing aromas of refresh blackberries, black cherries and
The palate fills the mouth with expressive black cherry flavors supported by grainy tannins
and racy acidity. The finish is long with a hint of cassis coming through.
Pairing: Classic Spaghetti Bolognese.
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Merlot
Charles Krug: Napa, California

Grape variety: 84% Merlot - 8% Cabernet Sauvignon - 4% Petite Sirah –
3% Malbec - 1% Petit Verdot
Notes: Ripe cherry and berry aromas are in full bloom in this wine we like to refer to as our
Cab Lover’s Merlot. With mocha, red currant and vanilla notes, this medium bodied,
well balanced wine with silky, smooth tannins ends in a long, lingering finish.
Pairing: Sirloin kebabs, lamb shanks, or grilled vegetable pasta with cumin.
Arrowood: Sonoma, California

Grape variety: 98% Merlot - 2% Cabernet Sauvignon
Notes: Bright and fruity aromatics featuring red cherry, dried fig, boysenberry and hints of
cocoa and toasted oak. Round mouth feel showing lots of dark fruit flavors, black cherries, and
a touch of herbs, black fruit, cocoa and toasted oak.
Pairing: Well paired with grilled meats with peppercorn sauce.
Simi: Sonoma County, Santa Lucia Highlands, California

Grape variety: 100% Merlot
Notes: Aromas of spicy clove and cinnamon leap from the glass with the essence of red
fruits including cherries and red berries combining on the palate. This wine offers subtle
tannins and lush ripe flavors accented by final notes of toast and cocoa
Pairing: Beautifully with a classic French dip veal chops or grilled sausages.
Torres: “Atrium,” Penedès, Catalonia, Spain

Notes: Attractive dark cherry color. Generous and intense varietal aroma, with hints of
mature fruits, including jams (plums and bilberries). The palate is ample and generous, with
excellent sweet tannins that open out to fruit-laden nuances.
Pairing: Ideal accompaniment to sausages and all types of meats: veal and wild duck.
Duckhorn: Napa Valley, California

Grape variety: 88% Merlot - 7% Cabernet Sauvignon - 2% Petit Verdot - 2% Cabernet Franc –
1% Malbec
Notes: with vibrant layers of Rainier cherry and spiced plum, as well as notes of licorice,
tobacco leaf, cardamom and thyme. Hints of cedar and leather add dimension to this
wine's smooth, velvety texture.
Pairing: Well with grilled meats and wild game, wild berry sauces, hearty pasta dishes.
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Franciscan: Napa Valley, California

Grape variety: 93% Merlot - 4% Malbec - 2% Syrah - 1% Cabernet Sauvignon
Notes: Flavors of deep cassis, dark berry, mocha, vanilla, and sweet cherry to reveal a rich,
fruit-forward palate. Supple, well built, and textured with generous body, fine
tannins, and a long finish of berries with notes of nutmeg, allspice and dark chocolate
Pairing: Great paired with a juicy short rib or lamb chops with mint jus.
Errazuriz: “Estate,” Curicó Valley, Central Valley, Chile

Notes: Cherry and black pepper aromas mingle with a bit of bay leaf and cloves, as well as
a light touch of smoke from the oak. Fruit and toasty flavors combine with well-balanced
acidity for a refreshing wine with good texture and a pleasing finish.
Pairing: Yes I know strange but not really; a good meaty fish is best served with this wine.
A lightly grilled tuna steak or a nice piece of salmon will go down a treat.

Grape variety: 95% Merlot - 8% Malbec - 5% Petit Verdot
Notes: Deep ruby red in color. Aromas of black cherry, cassis, mocha, and lightly toasted
oak. The wine has a rich texture with concentrated black cherry fruit and notes of mocha
and dark chocolate.
Pairing: With a wide range of foods, including roast chicken and pork, or pasta with red sauce.
Lapostolle: “Casa,” Rapel Valley, Central Valley, Chile

Grape variety: 85% Carmenère - 6% Petit Verdot - 5% Merlot - 4% Syrah.
Notes: Ripe red fruit aromas such as berries with some notes of sweet spices and fresh black
and white pepper. Medium structure with very nice texture. Juicy tannins and red fruit at the
finish.
Pairing: The ideal companion for grilled red meat and medium seasoned dishes.
Francis Ford Coppola: “Su Yuen,” California

Grape variety: 45% Merlot - 35% Grenache - 20% Syrah
Notes: a wine that’s well balanced with rich fruit character, supple on the palate and
brimming with fragrant flavors of wild berries, cherries, allspice and earthy minerals.
Pairing: Virtually no tannins make this wine fantastic with food, especially with anything off
the grill.
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Rutherford Hill: Napa Valley, California

Grape variety: 20% Merlot – 5% Cabernet Sauvignon 5% Syrah - 5% Petit Verdot –
5%. Malbec
Notes: It’s rich, soft and opulent, with ripe cherry, cassis, milk chocolate, full-flavored, firm
and built for today’s enjoyment. The wine finishes with smooth tannins and intricate layers
of flavor on the palate.
Pairing: Paired with hearty foods like roasts, lamb and steak.
Northstar: Walla Walla Valley, Washington

Grape variety: 81% Merlot - 15% Cabernet Sauvignon - 4% Petit Verdot
Notes: Leather and bright cherry flavors are balanced well into this satiny smooth,
well-structured Merlot that concludes with a supple lingering finish.
Pairing: Braised duck, Beef tenderloin with mushroom sauce.
Tenuta dell’Ornellaia: Toscana, “Masseto”, Italy

Notes: Wow. Fabulous aromas of currants, rosemary, mint and orange peel. Perfect nose.
Full body with perfectly integrated tannins. It has distinguish toasted-oak and berry,
terracotta and chocolate flavors. It lingers on the palate.
Pairing: Game meats like Bison steak or Venison medallion and leg of lamb.
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Bordeaux
Château Grand Bert: Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France

Grape variety: 80% Merlot - 20% Cabernet Franc.
Notes: A prestige 'Grand Cru' Bordeaux with a mellow nose of red and black fruits, hints of
cedar and tobacco. On the palate it gives rich dark fruits, smooth tannins and an
exceptionally long finish.
Pairing: Drink on its own, with all well-seasoned red meats and strong mature cheeses.
Château Coufran: Haut-Médoc, France

Grape variety: 85% Merlot – 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
Notes: This brilliant ruby-red wine rolls out scents of blackcurrant, red fruit and roasted
coffee beans. The sensation on the palate is clean, characterized by perfect balance and a
harmonious structure.
Pairing: Herb roasted or grilled chicken, lamb or strong cheeses.
Château Batailley: Pauillac, France

Grape variety: 70% Cabernet sauvignon – 25% Merlot – 3% Cabernet Franc –
2% Petit Verdot.
Notes: Accessible nose with some nice summer fruit character. The palate is immediately
seen to have a very soft style, with a lot of texture and a wealth of ripe, chewy,
mouth-coating tannins
Pairing: Outstanding with beef, lamb or some cheddar cheese.
Barons de Rothschild (Lafite): Pauillac, “Réserve Spéciale,” Bordeaux, France

Grape variety: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot
Notes: Shiny, dark ruby color. On the nose, complex and intense aromas of tobacco,
cigar box, and spices such as pepper and nutmeg. On the palate, full-bodied attack,
evolving dense silky tannins, with a long finish that is both spicy and fresh.
Pairing: well as when paired with hearty foods like roasts, lamb and steak.
Barons de Rothschild (Lafite): Médoc, “Réserve Spéciale" Bordeaux, France

Grape variety: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon - 50% Merlot
Notes: Expressive and complex, with notes of tobacco and cigar box. Aromas of dark berries
and spices on aeration. A classic Médoc, Medium structure, tight tannins, a pleasant freshness
on the finish and a good spicy, aromatic length.
Pairing: well as when paired with hearty foods like roasts, lamb and steak.
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Château Lafite Rothschild: Pauillac, France

Grape variety: 90.5% Cabernet Sauvignon - 9% Merlot - 0.5% Petit Verdot
Notes: Intense, spicy, pure cassis and a generous helping of creamy vanilla. The palate is just
as exciting, exhibiting terrific concentration and a hint of warm new oak which leads to an
intense lively blackcurrants palate.
Pairing: Rack of lamb with chimichurri sauce.
Shiraz / Syrah
L’Ecole No. 41: “Seven Hills Vineyard”, Walla Walla, Washington

Grape variety: 100% Syrah
Notes: This beautifully balanced Estate Syrah marries aromas of olive, bacon fat and black
pepper with pretty floral notes of violet. The rich mid-palate shows flavors of ripe plum and
dense blackberry that give way to a concentrated and earthy mineral finish.
Pairing: Grilled lamb tenderloin served with rich mushroom sauce.
Blackstone: California
Grape variety: 88% Syrah - 7% Petite Syrah - 5% Merlot
Notes: ripe red berry flavors, giving the wine its crowd-pleasing forward fruit flavors.
Sonoma County Syrah rounds out the blend, adding depth and concentrated dark berry notes
to the finished wine.
Pairing: Pork chops, beef brisket, and potato and sausage stew.
Spellbound: California
Grape variety: 100% Pettit Sirah
Notes: Wonderful flavors of rich caramel, vanilla bean, and roasting coffee aromatics.
Everything about making Petite Sirah rocks; vibrant color, unbridled berry character and
plenty of texture creating the perfect balance and one of the most exciting wines.
Pairing: Turkey, Game meat, beef, pork chops and sharp cheeses.
Rosemount Estate: “Diamond Label,” South Eastern Australia

Grape variety: 100% Shiraz
Notes: On the palate, it showcases smooth tannins and a broad mouth feel that leads into a
medium finish, richly textured and well defined ripe black berry fruit flavors, soft and
generous tannins on the mid-palate and a long, rich finish.
Pairing: Lamb meatballs with herbs and yogurt sauce.
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Charles Smith Wines: “Boom Boom”, Washington

Grape variety: 97% Syrah - 3% Viognier
Notes: Aromas of fresh picked herbs and wet earth. Rich black cherry and tobacco are
followed by hints of lavender on the finish. An explosive dark cherry fruit forward palate.
Pairing: Lamb cutlets with romesco sauce, rich meaty stews or slow-roasted pork
tenderloin
Yangarra Park: South Eastern Australia

Notes: Flavors extend onto the palate with lush plum and dark cherry essence, along with
complex layers of vanilla oak and black pepper. Abundant tannins are soft and silky, for a
full-bodied impression on the palate that concludes with a long lingering finish.
Pairing: Rustic dishes, such as lamb with Rosemary, works well with this wine.
Michael David: “6th Sense,” Lodi, California

Grape variety: 95% Syrah – 5% Petit Sirah
Notes: Super-saturated, big and juicy, it makes a bright, tangy impact. Full of flavor in the
same deep-red tones as the aromas, tannins are tame. The mid-palate offers plum and
blackberry, with a touch of mulberry.
Pairing: Spicy beef dishes.
Stark-Condé: Stellenbosch, South Africa

Grape variety: 100% Syrah
Notes: A dark, smoldering style, with toast, spice and graphite notes leading the way, while
the core of mulled blueberry, dark plum and blackberry fruit waits in reserve. Shows anise
and cinnamon flecks on the finish.
Pairing: BBQ steak, ribs, roasts and game would all pair extremely well.
Wolf Blass: “Yellow Label,” South Australia

Notes: Lifted blueberry and ripe plum fruit melds with spice and underlying oak notes.
The palate is full bodied with dark berry fruits; blueberry and plum melds with subtle
mocha oak notes.
Pairing: Matches well with lamb, game meats, roast beef and aged cheese.
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Peter Lehmann: “Weighbridge,” Barossa Valley, South Australia

Notes: Beautifully soft, fruit driven wine displaying typical Shiraz richness from bright
plums with leaf notes and showing a light tannin finish.
Pairing: Summer barbecues or meat stews.
Penfolds: “Thomas Hyland,” Adelaide, South Australia

Notes: Fresh style contains plenty of juicy blackberry fruit aromas and flavors, chocolaty,
ripe tannins and some savory oak nuances. The wine shows distinctive spice notes and typically
rich and well-defined fruit characters.
Pairing: Terrific red for grilled red meat or lamb.
Michael David: “Petite Petit,” Lodi, California

Grape variety: 85% Petite Sirah - 15% Petit Verdot
Notes: Offering a joyous explosion of color and fun, it is a substantial, dense, full-bodied,
style of wine loaded with pure black fruit and vanilla flavors that coat the palate.
It reveals remarkable richness with a finish that is slightly dry.
Pairing: Roast beef, spiced rub rack of lamb.
Chateau Ste Michelle: Columbia Valley, Washington

Grape variety: Syrah 99% - Viognier 1%
Notes: Super savory wine that is chock-full of plum, black cherry, cranberry and even a
little mulberry and boysenberry fruit with nice touches of smoky bacon, spice and dried
herb notes.
Pairing: Beef, grilled salmon and strongly flavored cheeses
Penfolds: “St. Henri", South Australia

Notes: Primarily, freshly pureed mixed berries, raspberry, mulberry sitting alongside aromas;
like those from candied toffee apple. Fresh, vibrant and lively. A complete wine fruits,
tannins, acid and maturation artifacts all combine to structural finish.
Pairing: Wagyu beef, pork loin and kingfish.
Penfolds: “Grange” South Australia

Grape variety: 96% Shiraz - 4% Cabernet Sauvignon
Notes: Dense, paste-like texture and weight. A balsamic liveliness, lift of energy is unleashed.
A mix of quince and sesame-paste laden with basted meats and saturated stewed plum,
Boysenberry and blueberry. Complete, Confident, Convincing.
Pairing: The perfect pairing with the bold Shiraz based wines is lamb.
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Meritage
Spring Valley: “Uriah”, Walla Walla, Washington

Grape variety: 48% Merlot - 45% Cabernet Franc - 4% Petit Verdot - 3% Malbec
Notes: Complex layers of herbs and almond paste. On the palate, it is very creamy with
bright flavors of summer fruit and the fine tannins lead to a spectacularly long finish.
Pairing: I would pair this wine with a filet mignon.
Legacy: Alexander Valley, California

Grape variety: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon - 20% Merlot - 3% Petite Verdot
Notes: Classic, acid and tannin structure with a full dense core. Red currants, cherries,
earthy dust and dense cocoa, dark chocolate, ripe plums, blackberries, bright and pure.
Balanced, full and elegant.
Pairing: Well paired hearty meat dishes, beef stroganoff.
Marchesi di Frescobaldi: Toscana, “Mormoreto”, Italy

Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon – Merlot - Cabernet Franc - Petit Verdot
Notes: On the palate, it is smooth and well-rounded, echoing the aromas encountered on the
nose but with a more pronounced influence of bitter chocolate, crisp raspberry, single-malt
whisky, and vanilla tobacco.
Pairing: Long-cooked meat dish, such as marinades, pot roasts, and stews.
Craggy Range: “Te Kahu Gimblett Gravels Vineyard,” Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
Grape Variety: 73% Merlot - 13% Malbec - 12% Cabernet Sauvignon - 2% Cabernet Franc
Notes: Vibrant deep garnet color. Enticing aromas of dark plums and cassis meld with those
of nutmeg, tobacco and sandalwood in a classically composed nose. The palate is rich and yet
quietly composed, with layers of flavor and tannin linked by fine acidity and the refined tannins.
Pairing: Rich red meat dishes.
Tenuta dell’Ornellaia: Bolgheri, “Ornellaia”, Superiore, Italy

Grape Variety: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon - 25% Merlot - 12% Cabernet Franc - 3% Petit Verdot
Notes: On the palate, the powerful concentration immediately impresses, as do the
tannins, massive yet silk-smooth and glossy, which allows the wine to completely fill the mouth
but with no feeling of heaviness. The finish, near endless, is deliciously pungent and spicy, with
a welcome crispness throughout.
Pairing: Red meats, hearty chicken and meaty pasta.
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Opus One: Napa, California

Grape Variety: 84% Cabernet Sauvignon – 5.5% Cabernet Franc - 5.5% Merlot –
5.5% Petit Verdot - 1% Malbec
Notes: Aromas of blackberry, rose petals, chocolate and espresso accentuate fruity and
earthy nuances. The flavors of dark fruit are enhanced by the well-integrated acidity.
The acidity and tannin structure promise a very long life ahead.
Pairing: Perfect with red & white meats and most cheeses.
Anthonij Rupert, “Optima,” Franschhoek, South Africa

Grapes: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot – 10% Cabernet Franc
Notes: There’s more elegance and genteel character in the mouth. Ripe and yielding plush
black berry fruit, again with abundant spice. “As soft and smooth as a ballroom dancer
gliding and dipping in a Viennese waltz!”
Pairing: Fillet with Mustard and brandy sauce.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Robert Mondavi Winery: Napa, California

Grape Variety: 88% Cabernet Sauvignon - 6% Cabernet Franc - 4% Merlot - 1% Petit Verdot –
1% Malbec
Notes: Aromas of blackberries, dried herbs and dried floral which follow to the palate on a
rich wave of concentrated flavor. There is the textural sensation of dark chocolate on the
deliciously long, lingering finish.
Pairing: Enjoy this wine with grilled meats, barbecue ribs, or tomato-based pasta dishes.
Robert Mondavi Winery: “Reserve”, Napa, California

Grape Variety: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon - 5% Cabernet Franc - 4% Petit Verdot
Notes: Deep, engaging aromas of cassis and early-season blackberries weave harmoniously
with dried herbs, violet-floral, garrigue (a fresh minty-sage character) and a sense of minerality,
in a silky ribbon of flavor that flows elegantly into a long, lingering finish
Pairing: Grilled fillet mignon, pepper-crusted Mahi tuna and classic lasagna.
Beringer: “Private Reserve”, Napa, California

Grape Variety: 98% Cabernet Sauvignon – 2% Petit Verdot
Notes: Exhibits a deep ruby/purple color along with a sweet bouquet of chocolate, red
and black currants, graphite and spring flowers. Ripe and medium-bodied with gorgeous
fruit, this is a lovely, soft, round juicy wine.
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Pairing: Filet mignon, or a stuffed portabella.

Newton: “The Puzzle Unfiltered,” Napa Valley, California
Grape Variety: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon - 10% Merlot - 2% Malbec - 1% Syrah - 1% Petit Verdot
Notes: The perfume of cedar, juniper, tar and oak mingle with dark fruit, chocolate
and plum aromas on the nose. On the palate, this wine is inky, almost brooding, with
anise, dark mocha, plum and cassis flavors that are supported by fine tannins.
Pairing: We suggest grilled venison loin with buttery mashed potatoes or beef filet.
Liberty School: Paso Robles, California

Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Notes: offers up-front aromas of ripe red fruit, followed by similar vibrant and rich berry
flavors. Silky but firm tannins lend excellent structure, while maintaining a soft approachability
reflective of Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine has a ripe finish with good length.
Pairing: A wonderful steak wine. Enjoy this with grilled beef or duck.
Arnold Palmer: California

Notes: Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of almonds and plump dark cherries. The flavors of
the wine hint of mocha and spiced chai tea while filling the mouth with raspberry candy,
dark chocolate, and espresso.
Pairing: This wine will pair well with roasted white meats and fish steaks.
Sequoia Grove: Napa Valley, California

Notes: Dark red/black in color, the nose gives an immediate aroma of raspberries and warm
baking spices, leading into cassis and clove. The palate has elements of pie crust, with smooth,
silky tannins and well balanced acidity.
Pairing: Red meat on the grill, pork tenderloin, heavy cheeses and grilled vegetables.
Beringer: Knights Valley, California

Notes: Aromas of dark blue fruits and spices. Notes of cassis, sweet licorice and a juicy core
of fruit are balanced by nice acidity and a silky, lingering finish.
Pairing: Roast beef and prime rib.
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Oberon: Napa Valley, California

Grape Variety: 87% Cabernet Sauvignon - 12% Other red - 1% Syrah
Notes: Malolactic fermentation in barrel, combined with 12 months oak aging (45% new
French oak), further concentrated the wine’s vibrant red cherry, candied blackberry, and spice
flavors, adding a hint of coffee and a lingering dark chocolate note on the finish.
Pairing: Grilled steak seasoned simply with salt & pepper.
Silverado Vineyards: Napa Valley, California

Grape Variety: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon - 16% Merlot - 2% Petit Verdot - 1% Cabernet Franc
Notes: Plum, spice, earth, dried herb and sweet oak aromas. Medium body with well
integrated fruit, spice and oak flavors. Balanced acidity and tannin give a long finish with
flavors that linger.
Pairing: Beef, grilled salmon and strongly flavored cheeses.
Caymus: Napa Valley, California

Notes: A fleshy, showy youngster, putting ripe fruit and jazzy oak on display. An
impressive wine that reverberates with ripe cherry, plum and currant notes that will be
at their most appealing early on, as this veers toward dryer tannins on the finish.
Pairing: Ragout of beef with sun-dried tomatoes and winter vegetables.
Caymus: “Special Selection,” Napa Valley, California

Notes: On the palate, the wine opens up to reveal an earthiness, with brown spice, cigar box
and ripe dark fruits that linger throughout the extracted and long finish. The texture is opulent,
rich, yet has a velvety quality with supple density.
Pairing: Beef cooked in red wine, meaty casseroles, pheasant and leg of lamb.
Joseph Phelps: Napa Valley, California

Grape Variety: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon - 6% Merlot - 1% Petit Verdot - 1% Malbec –
1% Cabernet
Notes: Beautiful aromatics of dark fruit, cigar box, dried herbs, graphite notes and pain grille.
Expressive Bing cherry, licorice, blueberry and blackberry layer this silky smooth wine of
great depth and personality. Supple tannins and a lingering velvety finish.
Pairing: Barbecued steaks, smoked brisket.
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Opus One: “Overture,” Napa Valley, California

Grape Variety: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon – 13% Cabernet Franc - 7% Merlot –
5% Petit Verdot - 5% Malbec
Notes: Overture displays a vibrant garnet color with expressive aromas of fresh red fruit.
Notes of bright cherry and red currant are underpinned by more earthy tones of ground
cocoa, cedar and vanilla. The wine delivers an elegant texture and soft mouthfeel.
Pairing: Great with beef, pork and spicy hearty dishes.
Beringer: “Quantum,” Napa Valley, California

Grape Variety: 71% Cabernet Sauvignon - 12% Merlot - 11% Cabernet Franc - 5% Petite Sirah –
1% Petit Verdot
Notes: Quantum has aromas of black raspberry, dark cherry, cardamom, leather and a touch
of graphite. The wine has a plush texture, silky tannins and a ripe juicy core of black fruits.
Elegant structure and nice depth culminate with a long finish.
Pairing: Enjoy with hearty chicken dishes, beef and lamb, and red sauced pasta.
Kendall-Jackson: “Vintner’s Reserve,” Sonoma County, California

Grape Variety: 1% Malbec - 87% Cabernet Sauvignon - 5% Cabernet Franc - 4% Petit
Verdot – 3% Merlot
Notes: Aromas of lush black cherry, blackberry and cassis draw you in. Round and rich
tannins provide a robust backbone and supple mid-palate. Notes of cedar, vanilla and a
hint of mocha linger on the finish.
Pairing: Try it with risotto and shellfish, wild mushrooms and pancetta.

Grape Variety: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon - 9% Merlot – Malbec – 3% Syrah – 2% Petit Verdot –
1% Cabernet Franc
Notes: Ruby red in color, this Cabernet Sauvignon displays complex aromas of ripe
flavor is enhanced by firm, supple tannins.
Pairing: Grilled meats and veggies or with gamier meats like squab or wild boar.
Silver Palm: North Coast, California

Grape Variety: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon - 4% Merlot - 3% Cabernet Franc
Notes: Dark ruby in color, with aromas of Bing cherry and cassis. Flavors of menthol, spice and
oak with round firm tannins lead to a soft, silky, lingering finish.
Pairing: Steak and Cabernet Sauvignon comprise one of the world’s most classic and
satisfying food-wine pairings.
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Decoy by Duckhorn: Sonoma County, California

Grape Variety: 82% Cabernet Sauvignon - 10% Merlot - 6% Cabernet Franc - 2% Petit Verdot
Notes: With alluring black cherry and raspberry jam aromas, as well as more subtle notes of
nutmeg, spice and chocolate. On the palate, lovely layers of raspberry and plum are supported
by excellent structure and seamlessly integrated oak.
Pairing: Barbeque, grilled beef, mild cheese and pasta.
Chateau St. Jean: “Cinq Cépages,” Sonoma County, California

Grape Variety: 78% Cabernet Sauvignon - 12% Merlot - 5% Cabernet Franc - 3% Petit Verdot –
2% Malbec
Notes: The aromas lead to an incredibly juicy palate with flavors of blueberry, cherry and
blackberry. The full-bodied wine has smooth, silky tannins that offer solid structure but do
not overwhelm. The wine is plush and approachable yet complex
Pairing: Surprising goes well with a dark chocolate dessert.
Freemark Abbey: Napa Valley, California

Grape Variety: 76.2% Cabernet Sauvignon - 18.8% Merlot - 2.7% Cabernet Franc –
1.3% Petit Verdot - 1% Malbec
Notes: The body is very full with a soft entry, coupled with bright dark cherry/berry flavors
that develop from start to finish. With great texture and mouth feel, this cabernet is full
bodied, rich and opulent.
Pairing: Braised Lamb Shank and crushed potatoes with mint and garlic.
Ferrari-Carano: Alexander, California

Grape variety: 80% Cabernet Sauvignon - 11% Syrah - 9% Petit Verdot
Note: Vibrant aromatics of cassis, toasty cedar, licorice, wild berry and spice delight the
senses, while velvety flavors of blackberry, smoked currant and mocha generously fill the
palate. Lingering sweet notes of vanilla bean and caramel round out the finish.
Pairing: Roasted, broiled or barbecued game and red meats such as lamb, beef, pork and veal.
Castle Rock: Columbia Valley, Washington

Notes: On the palate it offers concentrated flavors of cassis, Blackberry, black cherry and
ripe plum, with a hint of light oak, and its finish is smooth and harmonious.
Pairing: Accompaniment to beef, lamb, and game dishes and a variety of cheeses.
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Mollydooker: “The Maître D’,” South Australia

Grape Variety: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon – 10% Shiraz
Notes: Rich, round and complex, this wine is simply awesome. The Maitre D' has an enticing
perfumed nose of blackberry, plum, cigar box and a touch of cinnamon. Overwhelming flavors
of blackcurrant and dark cherry carry forward, accompanied by mouth filling layers of mocha,
spice and vanilla.
Pairing: Beef Wellington, Grilled Red Meats and Aged Cheeses.
Penley Estate: “Phoenix”, Coonawarra, Australia

Grape Variety: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon – 6% Merlot
Notes: The aroma is strong with red berry notes with complex black currant leafiness on the
bouquet, giving the wine a fresh aroma. The subtle balanced oak imparting a spicy savories to
the aroma.
Pairing: Enjoy with Rib eye steak.
Penfolds: “Bin 707”, South Australia

Notes: Full-bodied, mouth-filling. Complex, layered. A blackcurrant overlay across a base of
just-baked, spiced, chocolate fondant. Tannins omnipresent, yet calmly conveyed by the
wine’s lush fruits and densely textured extract.
Pairing: Beef, grilled salmon and strongly flavored cheeses.
Penfolds: “Bin 407,” South Australia

Grape Variety: 95% Cabernet Sauvignon – 5% Shiraz
Notes: The palate is full-bodied, fresh, bright and lively. It is defined and focused. Solid,
granular tannins, balanced acidity and friendly yet reserved oak, beckon an impressive
structural conveyance. Palate length and persistence.
Pairing: Enjoyed with Earthy meat dishes and game meat.
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Malbec
Terrazas de los Andes: Mendoza, Argentina

Grape Variety: 100% Malbec
Notes: Notes of fresh red fruits such as raspberry and cherry accompany a fresh floral profile of
violet. Spicy notes of pepper show the wild aspect of the variety. Subtle notes of vanilla and
coconut. This wine is round and soft with a fruity mouth-feel and good acidity.
Pairing: Grilled meats such as chicken or turkey. Lamb cooked with wine sauce.
Bodega Catena Zapata: “Catena Alta,” Mendoza, Argentina

Grape Variety: 100% Malbec
Notes: A fine elegant wine with terrific balance, flavor and depth. There's a nervy energy to
this wine: French elegance keeping the power and concentration of Argentine fruit in check.
Full-bodied but not heavy. Finishes with dark spices and tobacco smoke.
Pairing: Beef, spicy food, mature and hard cheese and poultry.
Trumpeter by Rutini: Mendoza, Argentina

Grape Variety: 100% Malbec.
Notes: Attractive cherry aromas and a touch of cinnamon and sweet spice. A full, fruity wine,
with excellent body, intense tannins, and flavors of cherry, blackberry, boysenberry and plum
intermingled with hints of cardamom and pepper, and a long, full finish.
Pairing: Suggestion tapas, or beef enchiladas with a red sauce.
Cheval des Andes: Mendoza, Argentina

Grape Variety: 50% Malbec - 22% Cabernet Sauvignon - 18% Cabernet Franc - 5% Merlot -
5% Petit Verdot.
Notes: Vibrant and precise Delicate and silky tannins balanced by a seductive acidity are
combined with elegant notes of red fruits and tobacco. Long persistence is developed with a clear
exhibition of the characteristic freshness, purity and elegance of this Millésime
Pairing: Beef and strongly flavored cheeses.
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Zinfandel
XYZin: “10 Year Old Vines”, California

Grape Variety: 91% Zinfandel – 6% Petite Sirah – 2% Tannat – 1% Syrah
Notes: Rich and full with bright acidity and fresh fruit notes. Creamy caramel roundness
emphasizes the spicy back notes and the juicy fruit finish with a touch of pepper.
Pairing: Pairs well with Indian cuisine – a touch of curry complements the spice and the juicy
fruit helps tame the spice on the palate.
Ravenswood: Alexander Valley, California

Grape Variety: 100% Zinfandel
Notes: Big and ripe, focused complex, with bold black cherry and toasty spice aromas leading
to jam flavors of raspberry, mocha and spicy licorice.
Pairing: Barbecued steak and grilled lamb chops.
The Federalist: Dry Creek Valley, California

Grape Variety: 95% Zinfandel – 5% Carignane
Notes: Dark purple. Aromas of red fruits and cinnamon spice. The Federalist is mouth filling
with a good entrance and midpalate. Good density, supple tannins, bright acidity and a
long, smooth finish. Has robust fruit with bright berry fruit character
Pairing: Cheddar cheese, pasta, pizza with traditional red sauce and roast pork.
Dry Creek Vineyard: “Heritage,” Sonoma County, California

Grape Variety: 88% Zinfandel - 12% Petite Sirah
Notes: The low alcohol nature of this wine shines through immediately with silky smooth
tannins and a firm grip of natural acidity and balance. The fruit is substantial with layers of
black cherry, mixed berries, currants and allspice. Superbly balanced and satisfying.
Pairing: Since Zinfandel leans on the sweeter side of red wine, great pairing partner
with spiced barbecue dishes and curry.
Seghesio: Sonoma County, California

Grape Variety: 92% Zinfandel - 8% Petite Sirah
Notes: Spicy, lush black fruit of Alexander Valley. Briary and raspberry flavors, along with
structure, of cooler Dry Creek Valley. Balanced and elegantly structured.
Pairing: Pair with red sauces, pizza, barbecue, spicy cuisine and a variety of meats.
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Adventurous Reds
Newton: Claret, Napa County, California

Grapes: 53% Merlot - 33% Cabernet Sauvignon - 8% Malbec - 5% Cabernet Franc –
1% Syrah
Notes: This dark garnet-colored wine offers spicy aromas of clove and cinnamon layered
with dark fruit flavors of black cherry and blackberry. The dark fruit flavors carry through to
the palate, combining with dark chocolate notes on the soft mid-palate.
Pairing: Claret is a wine that begs to be paired with food because it is so versatile.
Pahlmeyer: "Proprietary Red," Napa Valley, California

Grapes: 79% Cabernet Sauvignon - 11% Merlot - 5% Cabernet Franc - 4% Malbec –
1% Petit Verdot
Notes: On the palate, notes of ripe black cherry, cassis, mocha. A crescendo of intense black
fruit, bitter chocolate and sweet cigar extend the rhapsody through an endless
finish, presenting ample time to savor this extraordinary wine.
Pairing: With the richest, most succulent meat dishes.
Rosenblum Cellars: Red Blend, “The Great American Wine Company,” USA
Grapes: 74% Zinfandel - 20% Petite Sirah - 6% Cabernet Sauvignon
Notes: Fruit smells really good like blackberry and a dark purple color, not very dry wine has a
nice balance jam taste and a vanilla finish.
Pairing: This wine would pair well chicken pilaf, red meat, Hamburgers, Minestrone and
Beef Stew.
Murphy-Goode: Red Blend, “Operation Homefront,” California

Grapes: 34% Zinfandel - 27% Merlot - 16% Petite Sirah - 13% Petit Verdot - 6% Syrah –
4% Cabernet Sauvignon
Notes: Different varietals to create complexity and to show off the great fruit flavors that
our grapes in California contribute. The nose kicks in with dark aromas of black cherries
and blueberries while the first taste mixes things up with a fruit-forward palate.
Pairing: Pair it with a pot roast or simply your grilled meats.
Conundrum: Red Blend, California

Grapes: “Conundrum Red is a non-traditional blend of California red grapes.”
Yes it’s a secret.
Notes: The wine opens up with evocative aromas of blackberry, raspberry, rhubarb and cola.
On the palate, the wine is full bodied and fruity, pairing black cherry, plum and
pomegranate notes with more soulful cinnamon, lavender and cocoa nuances.
Pairing: This wine tastes great with many dishes; best with highly flavored foods.
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CA’ Marcanda: Toscana, “Promise”, Tuscany, Italy

Grapes: 55% Merlot - 35% Syrah - 10% Sangiovese
Notes: Darkly concentrated with thick tones of black tar, espresso, candied cherry, clove,
rum cake and bitter chocolate. That inner opulence is channeled into tight, sharp pulses that
impact the palate with grace and poise.
Pairing: Fois Gras, Roasted Prime Rib, Duck Meats. Pasta.
Bertani: Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, Italy

Grapes: 70% Corvina Veronese - 30% Rondinella
Notes: Generous aroma of freshly-picked cherries mingled with notes of sour cherries, vanilla
and an agreeable trace of spiciness. Dry, full-bodied and amply structured; cherries, red berries,
a hint of vanilla lead into a dazzling finish of walnuts and hazelnuts.
Pairing: Grilled veal chop, would paired beautifully with Amarone, and several Italian cheeses.
Tommasi: Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, “Ca’ Florian,” Veneto, Italy

Grapes: 75% Corvina - 15% Corvinone - 10% Rondinella
Notes: Deep ruby red color with garnet shades. Warm, ripe on the nose, intense and of great
refinement. The taste is complex, smooth and full-bodied with lots of cherry notes.
Pairing: Best paired with very rich foods, due to its strong flavor profile and robust
nature.
La Vite: Toscana, “Lucente”, Italy

Grapes: 55% Merlot – 41% Sangiovese – 4% Cabernet Sauvignon
Notes: The bouquet is powerful, with aromas of ripe fruit, black cherry, and wild
strawberry. Pleasant sweet spices. The palate is round and velvety with a very fine
tannin texture and enlivened by fresh notes of eucalyptus. The slightly smoky finish makes
it a complex wine, powerful and elegant.
Pairing: Grilled lamb chops, beef stews and medium-aged cheeses.
Luce della Vite: “Luce,” Tuscany, Italy

Grapes: 55% Merlot - 45% Sangiovese
Notes: Wild berry fruit such as blueberry, blackberry and black currant, is prominent on the
nose, accompanied by spicy notes of cinnamon. On the palate, the entry is soft and enticing,
with an acidity that blends into the wine's great structure and silky tannins.
Pairing: Excellent with game meat (Venison and Bison)
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Pio Cesare: Barolo, Italy

Grapes: 100% Nebbilio
Notes: The wine is immediately approachable, but it has a very long ageing potential.
Impressive medley of black fruit, spice, smoke, granite and licorice. The wine is
tightly woven together. Excellent structure and harmony and balanced fruit mouth feel.
Pairing: Italian cheese, veal, antipasti, chicken and pasta with cream-based sauce.
Donnafugata: Nero d’Avola, “Sedàra,” Sicilia, Italy

Grapes: 100% Nero d’Avola
Notes: Dark violet-red. Spicy raspberry, cassis, plum and floral aromas display very good
vibrancy and precision. In the mouth, firmer red cherry and redcurrant flavors, accented
by dried herbs and baking spices, with lively acidity enhancing the bright, juicy mouthfeel.
Pairing: Pasta dishes with meat sauces. Try the wine with lightly cooked fresh tuna.
Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi: Chianti Rùfina, “Castello di Nipozzano,” Tuscany, Italy

Grapes: 100% Sangiovese
Notes: The palate is characterized by a distinct tactile approach in which the stamp of the
terroir is underlined by a lively minerality. The tannin texture is tight but not sharp. The finish
returns to the intense fruity notes already identified on the nose.
Pairing: Lasagna, pasta with creamy mushroom sauces or risotto.
Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi: “Rèmole,” Tuscany, Italy

Grapes: 85% Sangiovese - 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
Notes: Reveals multi-faceted aromas of red and dark fruit and lifted by spicier impressions of
black pepper and liquorice. The entry is velvety and warm, and the components on the palate
are well balanced, with a tasty vein of acidity. Aromatic fruit returns to grace a lengthy finish.
Pairing: Pair with antipasti dishes, pasta with meat.
Tenuta dell’Ornellaia: Bolgheri, “Le Serre Nuove,” Tuscany, Italy

Grapes: 50% Merlot - 35% Cabernet Sauvignon - 10% Cabernet Franc - 5%Petit Verdot
Notes: The palate is full-volumed with a good weight, yet at the same time displaying
elegance and pedigree, with a velvet-smooth, glossy texture and up-front fruit. A lovely
vein of acidity propels a near-endless finish.
Pairing: Red meats, hearty chicken and meaty pasta.
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Tenuta dell’Ornellaia: “Le Volte,” Tuscany, Italy

Grapes: 50% Sangiovese - 30% Merlot - 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
Notes: The wine appears its classic rich hue, and boasts a bouquet that is generously
fruity and subtly spiced. The elegant, silk-smooth tannins are immediately impressive,
beautifully complemented by a vibrant, refreshing acidity.
Pairing: Red meats, hearty chicken and meaty pastas.
Mandrarossa: Nero d’Avola, Sicilia, Italy

Grapes: 100% Nero d’Avola
Notes: Color shows off ruby red with flashes of orange. This wine has a fine, penetrating
bouquet. The taste has layers of damson, black cherry and licorice abound in this smooth
and supple wine.
Pairing: Splendid match with rich pasta dishes, grilled red meats and spicy cheeses.
Agricola Punica: Isola dei Nuraghi, “Barrua,” Sardinia, Italy

Grapes: 100% Carignan
Notes: Deep ruby in color, the wine offers intense aromas and flavors of black fruit, dry
herbs and spice. It is full-bodied with a velvety texture and balanced tannins, ending in a
lengthy elegant finish.
Pairing: Pair with braised lamb or rich stews.
Fontanafredda: Barolo, “Serralunga d’Alba,” Piedmont, Italy

Grapes: 100% Nebbiolo
Notes: Garnet-red with ruby highlights that take on a slightly orange tone over time. Intense
nose with overtones of vanilla, spices, withered roses and underbrush. Dry, full-bodied with
velvety texture and great balance. It is very long-lasting.
Pairing: Ideal with hearty red meat dishes and medium or mature cheeses.
Jean-Luc Colombo: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, “Les Bartavelles”, France

Grapes: 1/3 Syrah - 1/3 Grenache - 1/3 Mourvèdre from 50-year-old vines
Notes: Dark purple n color. Aroma of thyme, rosemary and other herbs typical of the
“garrigue,” or Mediterranean scrubland. On the palate ripe fruit and licorice mingle with
smooth tannins, and culminate in a long, impressive finish.
Pairing: Pairs exceptionally well with game, beef stew or lamb dishes.
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Perrin & Fils: Gigondas, “Vieilles Vignes”, Rhone, France

Grapes: 80% of Grenache - 20% of Syrah
Notes: Bright ruby red with purple undertones. Notes of cherries, thyme, blackberries.
On the mouth, it is round and full-bodied with elegant tannins and great balance. This
wine hints towards Grippy but polished long spice and black fruit-filled finish.
Pairing: Spicy dishes, game, strong cheeses or red meats.
Arrogant Frog: Red “Ribet,” Vin de Pays d’Oc, Languedoc, France

Grapes: 55% Cabernet Sauvignon - 45% Merlot
Notes: Deep purple garnet red with ruby and garnet red tints. On the nose aromas of
blueberry flavors, red pepper, and spicy flavors. On the palate well balanced and rich
with smooth tannins. Long finish on plum notes.
Pairing: Ideal with pastas, poultry, game, terrines and medium flavored cheeses.
Abadia Reterta: "Cuvee El Palomar," Sardon de Duero, Spain

Grapes: 65% Tempranillo - 25% Cabernet Sauvignon - 8% Merlot – 1% Syrah –
1% Petit Verdot
Notes: It displays a deep, dark color with black cherry tones, and the nose reveals a
spicy, floral bouquet and an explosion of red berry fruit aromas. Smooth and elegant on
the palate, this wine is amazingly expressive as well as powerful and very well balanced.
Pairing: Firm reds suitable for meat dishes of all kinds, particularly lamb.
Bodegas Palacios Remondo: Rioja, “La Vendimia,” Spain

Grapes: 65% Garnacha Pais - 35% Tempranillo
Notes: Lively and lucid, this wine has supple aromas of fresh orchard fruit, wild berries
and ripe blood oranges. Fruit-forward and round on the palate, the aromas found on the
nose are mimicked in the mouth and include additional notes of sweet spice.
Pairing: Served slightly chilled and is the perfect accompaniment to any dish.
Torres, Ribera del Duero: “Celeste,” Crianza, Castilla y León, Spain

Grapes: 100% Tempranillo known as Tinto Fino
Notes: Intense blackberry color. Spicy and intense nose, with liquorice and black pepper
hints on a base of well ripened fruits. On the palate, very fruity at first with ripened tannins,
also persistent and full bodied.
Pairing: Enjoyed with a great variety of meat dishes including roasts and small game.
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Nita: Priorat, Catalonia, Spain

Grapes: 45% Garnacha - 35% Cariñena - 15% Cabernet Sauvignon - 5% Syrah
Notes: Bright red in color and clean on the palate, this wine has a juicy entry that is
supported by delicate mineral notes of ripe cherries.
Pairing: To a variety of dishes including Chinese, Italian and American cuisine.
Bodegas Vega Sicilia: Ribera del Duero, "Alion," Castilla y León, Spain
Grapes: 100% Tempranillo known as Tinto Fino
Notes: A bright deep red color with streaks of violet. Full and elegant on the nose, with
a wide range of aromas such as vanilla, ripe fruits, compote and syrups. The palate is
opulent and elegant with harmonious tannins providing a subtle backbone to the wine
Pairing: Variety of meat dishes including roasts and small game.
Blue Fish, Red: “Sweet Reel Red,” Pfalz, Germany

Grapes: 95% Dornfelder - 5% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Notes: Seductive aroma of red fruits and vanilla. A richly textured wine with layers of dark
black fruit, intense cherry and chocolate overtones accompanied by a delightful sweetness.
Velvety and round with a touch of spice.
Pairing: Complements the flavor all kinds of red meats and steaks.
Errázuriz: “Don Maximiano Founder’s Reserve”, Aconcagua, Chile

Grapes: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon - 12% Carmenère - 8% Petit Verdot - 5% Malbec
Notes: It shows aromas of fresh fruits such as raspberries, cassis and red currants. It feels
fresh on the palate, fruity and spicy with notes of cedar, clove, cinnamon and a hint of
pepper all framed in a vibrant acidity that adds tension and freshness to the wine.
Pairing: Casseroles, chargrilled meat and mature cheeses.
Arboleda: Colchagua Valley, Central Valley, Chile

Grapes: 100% Carmenère
Notes: The palate features the round tannins characteristic of Carmenere and that
subtle sweet sensation, which nicely balances the refreshing acidity. This is a medium-
bodied with smooth tannins, a juicy, refreshing mouthfeel, and a lingering finish.
Pairing: Lamb, stewing beef, pork sausage, chicken and duck.
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Port Wine
Graham's: Porto, “Six Grapes", Douro, Portugal

Grapes: Touriga Franca - Touriga Nacional - Tinta Roriz - Tinta Barroca – Tinta Amarela –
Tinta Cão
Notes: Bottled after three to four years, Six Grapes is still youthful and vibrant. It has
seductive and rich aromas of ripe plums and cherries. On the palate it is surprisingly
complex, with an excellent structure and a long lingering finish.
Pairing: After dinner aperitif and an array of cheeses.
Dow's: Vintage Port, Porto, Douro, Portugal

Grapes: Touriga Franca - Touriga Nacional
Notes: Port still had an amazing ruby color with a garnet edge and it smelled of raisins,
black pepper and berries. It was full-bodied, with masses of fruit intertwined with layers
of velvety tannins.
Pairing: Combines well with chocolate desserts, strawberries or berries and fruit pies.
Sandeman: Ruby Port, Porto, “Original Rich"

Grapes: Touriga Franca - Touriga Nacional - Tinta Roriz
Notes: Sandeman Ruby Porto is still made traditionally, to be rich and robust, yet with a
special depth of flavor and the finesse. Brilliant red ruby in color with clean aromas of red
fruits, plums and strawberries and has full rich flavors and is very well balanced.
Pairing: Traditionally matched with full flavored and creamy cheeses.
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Chateau Ste. Michelle: Columbia Valley, Washington

Francis Ford Coppola: “Su Yuen”, Monterey County, California

Charles Smith Wines: “Kung Fu Girl, Evergreen Vineyard” Columbia Valley,

Domaine Weinbach: “Schlossberg”, Grand Cru, Alsace, France

Yalumba: “The Y Series”, Australia

Pacific Rim: Columbia Valley, Washington

Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris

Bottega Vinaia: Trentino, Italy

Attems: Venezia Giulia, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

Danzante: Venezie, Italy

Santa Margherita: Valdadige, Italy

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