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Italy - Reds
Chianti |
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Marchese Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva
Intense ruby red color with light garnet hues. Vibrant aromas of citrus marmalade, dried fruit and sultanas. Full-bodied, solidly structured lingering palate with a pleasantly tannic finish. Hints of licorice in the aftertaste. Varietal - Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon. |
$80 |
| A2 |
Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale Gold
A very classic Chianti Classico bouquet with notes of violets, cherries, plums and inviting spicy sensations. It is elegant and lush, inviting yet subtle, featuring all the distinctive characters of a great Chianti Classico. Full bodied, with a generous, fruity core, where the notes of cherries and small berry fruits intertwine with sensations of Mediterranean herbs, such as rosemary and thyme, and hints of oak. The alcohol is well-integrated in the structure and the tannins are impressive, yet round and soft. The aftertaste is very long and reminiscent of violets, nutmeg, plums and sweet tobacco. |
$95 |
| A3 |
Il Poggio Chianti Classico Riserva - 1995
Fabrizio Bianchi produces Monsanto Il Poggio Riserva with Sangiovese 90%, Canaiolo 7%, Colorino 3% grapes. The Sangioveto Grape variety has been gown at Monsanto for over 200 years. The name and locality of Monsanto dates back to 998 AD. |
$185 |
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Italy - Meritage |
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| D4 |
Tzingana - 1999
Tzingana Rosso is a Cabernet-Merlot blend, aged for 12 months in French bariques (30% new). In addition to its splendid color, it displays a refined, ethereal nose , with pure aromas of red berries and sweet spices, underlined by mint and tobacco overtones. On the palate, the richness is convincing, attractively fruity and balanced by soft, ripe tannins |
$105 |
| C4 |
Guado al Tasso - 2005 - Antinori
Produced from 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot, and 5% Syrah on the estate of Tenuta Guada al Tasso, situated near the village o0f Bolgheri, close to the Tuscan coastline. |
$185 |
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Italy - Amarone |
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Tommasi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2001
With intense ruby red color, Tommasi Amarone is warm, ripe on the nose, intense and of great refinement. This wine has a complex taste, which is smooth and full-bodied. This wine is ideal with red meat, game, mature cheeses, and is also the ideal after-dinner wine.
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$145 |
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Italy - Brunello di Montalcino |
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Abbadia Ardenga Brunello di Montacino
This Tuscan Sangiovese varietal is aged in oak for easy and smooth drinking.
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$88 |
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Italy - Barolo |
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Batasolio Barolo
Ethereal and intense, with notes of spices and dried fruits offering great finesse to the nose and palate. This wine is full-bodied and highlighted with plum and cherry flavors and a velvety elegance. This Barolo is ideal for accompanying white or red meats, meats with sauces and medium to mature cheeses. |
$90 |
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Italy - Barbaresco |
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Batasolio Barbaresco 2004
This wine originates in the semi-circle of hills surrounding the three ancient villages of Barbaresco, Neive and Treiso, and a part of San Rocco Seno d'Elvio, a tiny village overlooking the Tanaro River. The wine is 100% Nebbiolo and has been aged for one year in oak barrels and a further year in its bottle. The wine has an intense red garnet color, and a dry, full-bodied flavor. Perfect for roasted meats and game.
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$95 |
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California - Cabernet Sauvignon |
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Mount Veeder Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Super sweet aromas of red cherries and plums flow into a great first impression in your mouth; soft, teeth-coating tannins cover the fruit past the mid-palate. |
$75 |
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Louis M Martini Monte Rosso Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma
Nestled in the Mayacamas range 1,000 feet above Sonoma Valley, the Monte Rosso vineyard is a steep, rugged, western-facing mountain vineyard capable of producing incredibly deep and concentrated wines. This Cabernet Sauvignon carries a unique sense of the terroir from the dense red volcanic soil, with a rich minerality underscoring the well-balanced fruit. |
$78 |
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Rodney Strong Cabernet Reserve
Full bodied and richly textured, this cabernet displays intense aromas and flavors of black currant, sandalwood, white pepper and cocoa, with a smooth, lingering finish. |
$95 |
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ZD Cabernet Sauvignon
The grapes for this Cabernet Sauvignon were sourced from several small, low-yielding Napa Valley vineyards, each with its own unique "terroir", providing a varied palette of flavors and textures to work with in producing this wine. Aged for two years in American oak barrels, this wine drinks wonderfully and will age gracefully for many years. With aromas of crushed blackberries, red plum, cassis and tobacco, this wine is layered with complexity from start to finish. full bodied on the palate, the core of ripe fruit is enveloped by velvety tannins and the oak is integrated beautifully, with hints of vanilla, toasted nuts and spice that linger on the long, rich finish. |
$105 |
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BR Cohn Cabernet Sauvignon Gold Label
B.R. Cohn Winery has consistently produced one of the premier Cabernets in California from the Olive Hill Estate Vineyards where soils warmed by underground natural hot springs and gentle coastal breezes create a unique microclimate resulting in ideal growing conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine is aged for 24 months in only the finest tight grain French oak. A bouquet of fine oak, anise and mint combine with supple tannin, a long finish and strong fruit to produce a well-balanced Cabernet that will age gracefully for years to come and drink well at your table now. |
$125 |
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Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon
Combining the artistry of the old world with the technology of the new, Jordan produces Cabernet Sauvignon, blended in the tradition of Bordeaux, and Chardonnay, crafted in the tradition of a white Burgundy. Jordan Cabernet Sauvignons have been made in such a way that they are round, fragrant and approachable upon release, but have the capacity to age beautifully. The blend generally comprises about 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc. This, with the use of both French and American small oak cooperage followed by bottle aging in Jordan's cellars, adds to the wine's consistently elegant style. |
$130 |
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Stags' Leap Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
With aromas of black cherry, cloves and cedar, the wine coats the mouth with flavors of baked cherries, tobacco and black tea. Full bodied, with firm, chewy tannins and a rich mouth feel, the wine persists with traces of blackberry jam and cinnamon toast. |
$135 |
| B2 |
Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon - Alexander Valley 2001 750
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$250 |
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2002 750 |
$240 |
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1986 1.5 |
$700 |
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The Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a refined and complex wine that combines subtlety and depth. It has a dark ruby color with a deep red edge and displays aromas of fresh blackberries, violets, cola, nutmeg and licorice. In the mouth, the wine has a juicy attack and offers great expression of fruit and spice on the mid-palate. Its fruit-driven finish is long and elegant. |
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Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon - Napa Valley 1987 750
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$435 |
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1989 750 |
$380 |
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1984 1.5 |
$830 |
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1985 1.5 |
$760 |
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1986 1.5 |
$740 |
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The Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a complex and elegant wine that balances the expression of fruity and savory elements with finesse. The wine has a dark ruby color with a purple edge and displays aromas of black plum, soy sauce, chocolate, rose petals, cedar and black olive. It has a soft, velvety attack and a fruity, floral and spicy mid-palate. The finish is long and smooth with well integrated tannins. |
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Australia - Cabernet Sauvignon |
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Stonehaven Reserve McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 1996g
This rich and vibrant wine was vinified and matured in French and American oak barrels for 18 months. Blackberry and plum aromas blend with notes of spice, mint and smokey vanillan oak. |
$195 |
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California - Meritage |
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Estancia Meritage
The nose of this wine offers a vibrant scent of dark black cherries with hints of anise, rosemary and sage. Accents of chocolate powder and soft oak. There are intense flavors of chocolate dipped black fruit, accompanied by notes of sweet oak. |
$70 |
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Ferrari - Carano Tresor Meritage
Ferrari-Carano's Trésor is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Petite Verdot, and Cabernet Franc. This wine has flavors of black cherry and plum, mingled with warm cedar, eucalyptus and the sweet toast of French oak. |
$72 |
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Decoy - Napa Valley 2006
Decoy wine is unique, each vintage has a different composition of traditional Bordeaux varietals. The Decoy bottling allows the winemaker (Duckhorn) blending flexibility to use certain lots to create Napa Valley wines of distinction. |
$85 |
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Generations Riserve - Charles Krug
Generations is a selective blend that creates a balanced wine that showcases its strength and elegance. This blend was aged for 22 months in French oak barrels. Aromas of espresso and nutmeg lead to the rich, plush red fruit flavors of black cherry and blueberry jam before finishing with grace and style. |
$95 |
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St. Supery Elu Meritage 1999 |
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2000 |
$185 |
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Elú is an amazing wine, there is great depth of both aroma and flavor. The wine begins with hints of cocoa, blackberries and toasted oak. Upon further investigation, one picks up kirsch and black cherries. Elegant, supple and gracefully balanced, and finishing with a lively burst of ripe fruit and supple tannins. |
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Opus One 2003
Showing a lustrous dark ruby, Opus One presents aromas of violets, cedar, black tea leaves, black pepper and brioche. A soft, creamy entry gives way to a concentrated mid-palate; elements of cassis, toffee and cocoa round out the rich flavors of the wine. |
$290 |
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California - Pinot Noir |
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ZD Pinot Noir 2007
Pinot Noir is a very delicate grape that requires great attention, but the reward of this care is a very elegant wine with subtle aromas of violets and cinnamon. The wines are aged in 50 to 60 gallon French oak barrels for a total of 17 months in our cool cellars before being bottled. A noble wine grape, Pinot Noir tends to produce wines of delicacy rather than power. ZD Pinot Noirs are crafted to reflect richness and intense varietal character in a style that uses the California sunshine in a cool growing region to fully mature the grapes for intensity and flavor. |
$75 |
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California - Petite Syrah |
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Stags' Leap Petite Syrah
Rich aromatics of ripe blueberry, blackberry, and cocoa together with a ?oral back note are the introduction to this expressive Petite Syrah. On the palate, ripe black fruit, espresso, spice and mocha commingle to create a luscious and balanced wine. |
$75 |
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Italy - Whites |
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Chardonnay |
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Castello Di Pomino Chardonnay
A blend of mainly Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco, with small parts of complementary varieties, the Pomino Bianco DOC is comprised of grapes harvested from the estate vineyards of Castello di Pomino, Pomino and Rufina. The Pomino Bianoc offers a very appealing and well balanced the palate with dynamic finish that recapitulates the aromas of the bouquet. |
$75 |
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California - Chardonnay |
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ZD Chardonnay 2007
The fruit is harvested at optimal maturity from several vineyards in California's coolest growing regions - Napa & Sonoma Carneros, Monterey & Santa Barbara counties. ZD's rich, balanced, fruit driven Chardonnays drink amazingly well. This wine exhibits aromas of ripe pineapple, apricots and fresh orange blossoms. Subtle hints of sweet vanilla, pear, honey and toasted nuts round out a full palate of lush tropical fruit and well balanced acidity. |
$72 |
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Stags' Leap Chardonnay 2007
This wonderful chardonnay balances hazelnut and citrus notes with a sweet toasted vanilla note from the French oak barrels. Through the finish are hints of spice, such as cardamon and nutmeg, with subtle notes of peach and fresh apple. |
$80 |
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Canada - Riesling |
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Peller Estates Ice Wine Riesling 2004
Peller Estates Icewine is a rare gift from a magical Canadian winter. Picked at the coldest moment of a winter's night, each frozen grape creates just one drop of Icewine. One smooth rich, luxurious drop. Every smooth, rich, luxurious drop of Peller Estates Canadian Icewine is at its best when it's served wintery cold and sipped before dessert, with dessert or even as a dessert. |
$125 |
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Champagnes |
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Louis Roederer State Anderson Valley Brut
Smooth, rich and creamy, with spicy pear, fig, melon and honesuckle flavors that are fresh and lively, ending with a tasty burst of ripe fruit. |
$75 |
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Moet & Chandon White Star
The Moet & Chandon White Star has creamy, almost butterscotch aromas; soft palate; flavors are fruit driven, green plums and pears dominating; vanilla, toast, fruit on finish. |
$75 |
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Piper-Heidsieck Brut
A pronounced graphite aroma introduces this finely wrought, chiseled Champagne. Lemon verbena, ginger and spice notes weigh in, and the finish is lingering, if tart. |
$80 |
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Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut
This champagne is young yet rich, fruity yet layered and a bit narrow yet deep enough to be convincing. More than that, it impresses today for its foamy, mouthfilling bubbles and long, lemony aftertaste. |
$95 |
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Piper-Heidsick Rose
A charming wine with delicate and enchanting accents. It gives an impression of youth and vigor but also tenderness and serenity. The ultimate in refinement. An intense color, a clear and deep pink, while on the nose, the first impression is fresh. It has a strong aroma of red fruit, dominated by the Morello cherry. This is followed by a fragrant harmony of citrus fruit, mandarins and blood oranges. The final impression leaves a hint of cinnamon. |
$110 |
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Taittinger Brut Rose
In its clear bottle, Taittinger Brut Prestige rose's color, a brilliant pink, is shimmering and intense. The bubbles are fine and the mousse persistent. This champagne's bouquet, satisfyingly intense, is both fresh and young. It gives off aromas of freshly crushed wild raspberry, cherry and blackcurrant with a pretty rose petal note. On the palate, this velvety champagne, of fine balance and body, is a subtle wine with flavors of fresh red fruit. The taste is balanced and youthful. Red berry flavors develop in the mouth, while remaining light on the palate, to finish with elegant flair. |
$125 |
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Louis Roederer Brut Premier
Brut Premier is the embodiment of Louis Roederer style, combining all the fruitiness and freshness of youth with the vinosity of a fully mature wine. This is a structured and elegantly mature wine, with a lively attack and a smooth palate. A golden color with fine bubbles and a nose of fresh fruit and hawthorn. Smooth, complex palate mingling flavors of white-fleshed fruit (apple and pear) with red berries (blackberries, raspberries, cherries) and notes of toast and almonds. Brut Premier is excellent as an aperitif but also readily accompanies light entrées based on fish or shellfish. |
$125 |
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Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Vintage Reserve '98
This Champagne is a very ripe expression of the house style, with good pinot noir to chardonnay balance, producing a powerful yet reserved mixture that one would expect coming from twenty of its Premier and Grand Cru vineyards. |
$140 |
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Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon
The emotion of a dense, deep substance, fleshy on the lips. A smooth flow, like a wave of sensations unfurling. The initial notes of fresh almonds and grapefruit gradually lead into cashew nuts and spices complemented by lightly toasted brioche. On the palate, an instant of weightlessness, matter vanishes, the finish vibrates, and the taste buds are aroused by controlled ardor. The persistence is remarkable, with just the slightest undertone of tartness (citrus zest and buds). |
$200 |
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Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Rose Reserve '98
A luminous, deep gold/red and a persistent, fine mousse. The rich, intense nose displays notes of dried fruits (black figs, dates) and mild spices (vanilla) in harmony with a softer, almost creamy base. On the palate the texture is deep, dense and tightly woven. The structure of the pinot noir is perfectly rounded. Gracious notes of black cherries and raspberries dominate the finish. The exceptional flavor and taste of this truly great Champagne make it a magnificent accompaniment to fine cuisine, or it can be enjoyed as an apéritif for its own superb merits. |
$250 |
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