Wines
Our wine list changes daily; we advise calling the restaurant to confirm availability of a particular wine.IMPORT WHITES
Chablis Terroir de Chablis 2004 Verget 27.
This complex Chablis cuvee from Verget is 20% barrel fermented, which adds a smidge more richness, but in general, this is textbook Chablis. Verget fashions a wine full of lemon and cherry pit flavors along with a chalky minerality.
Chablis Grand Cru “Bougros” Cote de Bouqueyreaud 2004 Verget 72.
A hint of oakiness on the nose, but plenty of flowers, citrus, and other terroir manifestations. Florid inner-mouth perfume and rarefied minerality. The best of the best.
Chablis 1er Cru “Fourchaume” Vielles Vignes de Vaulorens 2004 Verget 47.
Cherry almond notes backed by juicy lime fruit acidity, subtle florality, profound, chalky minerality, and displaying an oily-rich texture. A memorable combination you don’t want to miss!
Meursault 2004 Verget 37.
Juicy, apply, nutty, rich, and refined, this Village Meursault is fine Burgundian Chardonnay value at its best!
Riesling Kabinett 2004 Dönnhoff 28.
Tart lemon flavors are balanced by a complexity of juicy tropical fruits. This wine just makes your mouth water and all this in an estate Kabinett.
Sancerre Chavignol 2005 Boulay 31.
Out of the handful of great Sancerre producers, Boulay is a modest nature boy who prides himself on his organic methods. It’s full of lemon zest, tropical fruit and mineral components, followed by a compelling sweet and spicy quality.
Heidi Schröck 2002 Weissburgunder 27.
This is Pinot Blanc and not just any Pinot Blanc but a beautiful wine with aromas of orange blossoms and beautiful apple and juicy peach flavors.
DOMESTIC WHITES
Blend Bien Nacido Cuvee Santa Maria Valley 2005 Qupe 28.
This 50% Viognier, 50% Chardonnay blend builds from a core of white peach flavor revealing delicate floral, fruit scents and deeper minerality. Silky smooth and rich, finishes with mouth-watering freshness.
Blend Abraxas Vin de Terrior 2004 Robert Sinskey 36.
This wine is fashioned after an Alsatian field blend. Abraxas is 35% Pinot Gris, 35% Pinot Blanc, 25% Gewürztraminer and 5% Riesling and is a succinct gem of a wine with bright citrus, restrained tropical fruit and bright minerality.
Chardonnay Monterey 2004 Cinnabar 28.
This is another choice in a never ending search for food friendly California Chardonnay. Cinnabar makes a classy wine with lots of tropical fruit flavors…pineapple and ripe mango and then balances it nicely with a zing of minerality and toasted oak.
Chardonnay Clone 76 Inox 2005 Melville 42.
This estate, small lot, carefully picked Chardonnay is entirely stainless steel fermented (inox is French for stainless steel). It has herbal aromas of gardenia and tarragon, with flavors of melon and citrus oil. The wine is lively and vivacious, and gives way to a fleshy full texture.
Chardonnay Metallico 2004 Morgan 28.
I hate the heavy, over oaked Chardonnay style, but on the other hand I like the weight and mouth feel of a restrained, appropriately oaked wine. This Metallico fits the bill with bright citrus, crisp apple flavors and a refreshing finish.
Chardonnay Bien Nacido Reserve Block 11 2004 Qupé 37.
This is the premier block of Chardonnay planted in 1997 exclusively for Qupé. The wine has a creamy texture with characteristic citrus and ripe pear flavors and a crisp minerality.
Chardonnay Russian River Ranches 2004 Sonoma-Cutrer 27.
The Russian River bottling is full of crisp apple flavors with complementary citrus elements. I think of this as a complex, medium weight Chardonnay with an appealing buttered toast finish.
Sauvignon Blanc 2004 Mason 25.
Mason is full of grapefruit flavors, a floral herbaceousness, and with 50% of the wine barrel fermented, even the most zealous Chardonnay-lover will do a double take.
ROSÉS
Rosé Pinc Froid 2004 Edmund St. John 24.
Steve Edmunds didn’t start out making rosé in 2004, but the grapes that evolved seemed as though they’d been grown in France. The resulting blend yields a lean version of rosé, full of red raspberry flavors and a lovely spicy finish.
Rosé Corail 2005 Chateau de Roquefort 20.
This Rosé is a blend of the usual grape varietals and produces the most crystalline and precise pink wines I’ve ever encountered.
Rosé Saignee 2005 Torbreck 27.
David Powell is among a handful of Australian superstar winemakers. This version of his is 100% Mataro (Mourvedre) and has cranberry and red currant flavors. With a substantial body, this red wine wannabe, is perfect for early spring drinking.
DOMESTIC REDS
Blend Napa Stone Place 2002 Crocker & Starr 75.
This blend of 80% Cabernet and 20% Merlot has complex aromas of ripe blackberry, cassis, dark chocolate and exotic spices. The rich, long finish evokes not only the power of the vineyard but also the finesse of the blend.
Blend Elements 2001 28.
A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon with a small amount of Rhone varietals. Elements is supple and spicy with flavors of black raspberry and wild blackberry followed by hints of cinnamon, oregano and camp fires.
Blend Columbia Valley Claret 2003 Matthews Cellars 36.
Aged in old French oak for 14 months, this blend of 52% Merlot, 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cab Franc, 1% Malbec is a true nod to Claret from Bordeaux. Absolutely delicious!
Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2003 CrossBarn 57.
Deep currant in color with aromas of cherry, caramel and toast. Begins with a fruit forward burst of boysenberry and black cherry and is well-balanced by flavors of mocha and white pepper, and firm ripe tannins on the finish.
Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 Joel Gott 24.
This is a full-bodied Cabernet from different vineyard sites in California wine country. The wine is rich with flavors of dark, jammy fruit and silky, mouthfilling tannins.
Cabernet Sauvignon Les Pavots 2001 Peter Michael 141.
Unfiltered, with aromas of black cherry, blueberry, blackberry, lavender, violet, licorice, and espresso, this full-bodied Cabernet is ripe and sexy with silky tannins and a long finish. This is a beautiful wine to share with someone special.
Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 1999 Robert Mondavi 130.
Opulent, dark fruit notes of cassis, black cherry and berry with nuances of spice, minerals, licorice and violet weave through highly extracted, velvety flavors. A special wine to really celebrate that special occasion.
Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2000 Silver Oak 130.
This is a classic dark ruby red Cabernet with a nose of cassis, violets, roasting coffee, chocolate, vanilla, and cloves. It has a rich balanced mouth feel dripping with berries and chocolate.
Merlot Napa 2002 Artesa 26.
Full of lush blackberry and black plum fruit with elements of cedar and sweet vanilla in the finish, Artesa offers one of the most delicious and affordable domestic Merlots available.
Merlot Columbia Valley 2003 Soos Creek 33.
This small, family winery that specializes in Bordeaux varietal wines, decided to produce a Merlot for the first time in 2003. Delicious flavors, lively, natural acidity, and a lovely, juicy quality.
Merlot 2004 Pride Mountain Vineyards 77.
Deep in color and full of soft, chewy tannins, this powerful 100% Merlot’s lush ripe black fruit flavors and cassis, cocoa and espresso bean aromas leave a satisfying finish.
Pinot Noir 2004 A to Z 26.
If you haven’t heard, Oregon Pinot Noir is hot these days. A to Z is in the value price category with loads of cherry fruit and a supple mouthfeel expressing the essence of Oregon Pinot Noir.
Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2004 CrossBarn 38.
This inaugural vintage of Paul Hobb’s second label Pinot, is plum red in color and opens with inviting aromas of cherry, raspberry and clove. Flavors of strawberry and cranberry, balanced by ripe tannins with a touch of tobacco on the finish.
Pinot Noir Oregon 2005 Erath 27.
Bright, fresh fruit aromas of cherry, raspberry, and blueberry fill the glass. Exuberant with lots of sweet fruit on the palate, hints of spice and vanilla. Quite versatile with food.
Pinot Noir Tavola 2004 Ponzi 32.
This accessible, medium-bodied Pinot Noir is blended from diverse, certified sustainably farmed vineyards located throughout the Willamette Valley in Oregon.
Pinot Noir 2004 Rochioli 57.
This is an exceptional Pinot Noir from one of California’s wine making legends. This Russian River Estate Pinot has dark cherry and cassis flavors and hints of smoke and spice. Lovely.
Zinfandel 2003 Frog's Leap 34.
One of the classic California Zinfandels, Frog's Leaps' style is a bit more moderate in alcohol. Jammy blackberry flavors dominate with a spicy white pepper finish.
Zinfandel Family 2002 Sausal 25.
This is a quintessential California Zinfandel. It’s loaded with berry flavors…blackberries, blueberries and black raspberries and has a rich, long finish with a large oak influence.
IMPORT REDS
Bandol 2001 Chateau de Pibarnon 43.
Bandol is Grand Dame of Provence and Mourvèdre is queen bee. A true artistic, handcrafted wine full of power, elegance, and finesse, Pibarnon’s Bandol is packed with a considerable amount of muscle, but balanced by delicate floral aromas.
Barolo Bricco Boschis 2001 Cavallotto 57.
Made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes coming from the cru “Bricco Boschis”. Loads of plum, chocolate, and spices on the nose. Full-bodied, with supersoft tannins, and a long, rich aftertaste. Wine Spectator gave this 94 points.
Blend Finca Dofi 2002 Alvaro Palacios 75.
Yet another amazing wine produced by Spain’s young, superstar winemaker, Alvaro Palacios. A blend of Garnacha, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carinena, Syrah and Merlot, this wine is rich and velvety with concentrated blackberry and cassis.
Blend Três Bagos 2003 Lavradores de Feitoria 24.
The Douro has many similarities to Spain’s Priorat, with intensely carved valleys and steep mountain terraces. The wine is rich and full-bodied with dark plummy fruit and a long, lush finish.
Brunello di Montalcino le Potazzine 1999 Gorelli 67.
Brunello is made entirely from a Sangiovese clone produced from vineyards around the hillside town of Montalcino. Aged for a minimum of four years, this wine is big, deep-colored, and powerful with tannins and structure. Think Chianti on steroids.
Cabernet Sauvignon S2 2004 Marquis Philips 47.
This 100% Cabernet is a blockbuster with gobs of sweet black cherry fruit with hints of cedar and licorice.
Cabernet/Shiraz 2003 Old Plains 43.
This is a project of Domenic Torzi and friends using old vine fruit from the Adelaide Plains. A blend of 60% Cabernet and 40% Shiraz, Old Plains offers a powerfully intense, yet elegant wine. Wine Advocate: 91 points.
Chambolle-Musigny 2003 Anne Gros 65.
After the initial blast of lush red and blue fruit flavors delicate floral aromas appear. This medium-bodied Burgundy is one of the most elegant wines on our list.
Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2003 Clos des Brusquieres 43.
It helps if your godfather is Henri Bonneau, the man who crafts old style wines that Robert Parker adores when trying to get the attention of the wine press. Claude Courtil crafts a serious wine with dark, earthy flavors that’s in class all it’s own.
Côtes du Provence 2004 Château Les Valentines 26.
A blend of Grenache, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvedre and Carignan. It’s full of raspberry, cherry fruit and aromas of Provençal herbs known as garrique. Drink this lovely wine and transport yourself to the South of France.
Gigondas 2003 Domaine la Bouïssiere 31.
A blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah, this ripe 2003 boasts some hefty alcohol, but focus in on the bitter cherry and raspberry fruit and light floral aromas.
Givry 1er Cru Le Petit Prétan 2004 Xavier Besson 30.
This village in the Côte Chalonnaise has experienced a renaissance in recent years, and this vintage is proof of that. This is Pinot Noir with earthy elements, cherry, and red current flavors.
Margaux 2001 Segla 56.
The second wine of famed producer Rauzan Segla, this Margaux is the same blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc in a more accessible style. Full of dark, black currant fruit with soft tannins and an elegant floral finish.
Mencia Pétalos de Bierzo 2004 Descendientos de J. Palacios 27.
Coming from the brilliant Spanish winemaker, Alvario Palacios, this 100% Mencia is soft and medium-bodied with ripe tannins. Intense and elegant, with a perfume of blueberries, flowers, and crushed stones. An incredible red at a great value.
Pomerol 2001 La Petite Eglise 37.
Merlot is the predominate grape in this baby brother wine of the famous Chateau Eglise-Clinet. This is a ripe, dark, sexy wine with hints of licorice and cedar.
Ribera del Duero Flor de Pingus 2003 Dominio de Pingus 61.
This smooth, yet powerful dark red wine from the Shore of the Duero in Spain has an expressive nose of crème de cassis and licorice, roasted espresso, and aged beef-like characteristics, giving it the depth of a fine red wine.
Rioja 2001 Allende 34.
The Allende style is more modern, using 100% Tempranillo and a combination of French and American oak. With a sumptuous nose of figs, black currents, blackberries, cigar box, and smoky vanilla, this full-bodied, rich Rioja will be a treat.
Shiraz 2003 Gibson 57.
Full-bodied & ripe, this young vine Shiraz from the Barossa Vale exhibits earthy blackberry and chocolate notes.
Shiraz 2003 Hazyblur 43.
If you like a big Australian Shiraz that really packs a punch, Hazyblur will do it. Rich plummy fruit, chocolate overtones and lavender aroma, a hint of vanilla, and a touch of licorice in the finish.
Vacqueyras Bel Air 2003 Domaine La Bouissiere 29.
This Southern Rhone blend of 70% old vine Grenache and 30% Mourvedre is jammy, medium to full bodied and packs a punch!
CHAMPAGNE AND SPARKLING WINES
Brut J Russian River Valley 2000 J Vinyards 44.
A “close to perfect for sparkling wine” 2000 vintage helped to create this Champagne Method wine. Initial aromas of citrus and pear, slightly nutty and toasty flavors leading to a creamy mouthfeel ending with floral notes with millions of bubbles!
Brut Champagne Le Nombre d’ Or Campanae Veteres Vites (Arcane Varietals) 1998 L. Aubry 80.
Medium to full bodied with a creamy toast-scented nose, flavors of pears, apples and toasted nuts.
Brut Champagne 1er Cru 1998 Pierre Gimonnet & Fils 62.
Chardonnay is the name of the game at Gimonnet, and this “Special Club” bottling offers brisk acidity, hints of spicey nutmeg and flavors of fresh ginger and lime zest.
Brut Champagne 1er Cru NV Gosset-Brabant Aÿ 43.
This medium-bodied and expressive champagne has subtle white peach and pit fruit aromas with pear, apple and hints of anise. Rated 90 points by Wine Spectator.
Brut Champagne Grand Cellier 1er Cru NV Vilmart & Cie 72.
Vilmart has achieved cult status. Their Champagnes are elegant, full-bodied and oak aged, the best of what great Champagnes have to offer… a tension of elegance and power.
Brut Reserve NV Thorne-Clark 24.
This is an amazing sparkler that we discovered over the holidays. Made from 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay, it’s light bodied with wonderful kiwi and guava characteristics.
Rosé Champagne NV Chartogne-Taillet 56.
One of life’s most sublime pleasures is Rosé Champagne. It’s fragrant, floral and full of bitter cherry flavors. It has a festive pink color and a luscious almond finish and unfortunately, always a bit expensive…it’s a good thing I’m worth it.
Nino Franco Rustico Prosecco di Valdobbiadene 24.
We bring Prosecco out for any excuse to celebrate. It’s simpler than Champagne and infinitely better than most sparkling wines costing much more. Try it, you’ll love it.