SPARKLING WINES & CHAMPAGNES
DOMAINE Ste MICHELLE BRUT Columbia Valley N.V. 35.00
SANTA CRISTINA, ANTINORI, Toscana 2007 36.00
Straw-yellow color, fruit aromas of peaches and ripe apples.
SAN ANGELO, Castello BANFI, Toscana 2007 48.00
A round, lightly floral wine with fullness and spice.
SANTA MARGHERITA, Valdadige 2007 51.00
"Excellent as an aperitif, it is also ideal with seafood salads, fish- or shellfish based pasta
LIVIO FELLUGA, Collio, Friuli 2007 69.00
elegant first impact, tense, with good balance.
SPECIAL ITALIAN WHITE WINES
ORVIETO CLASSICO Campogrande, ANTINORI 2006 29.00
Dry white wine, straw yellow in color, with broad, floral scents and hints of citrus and tropical fruits.
CHARDONNAY "Bramito del Cervo", ANTINORI 2007 46.00
Pale golden in colour with gold reflexes,fruity with clean varietal character and good vanilla flavour.
GAVI DI GAVI, White Label, LA SCOLCA 2007 46.00
"Delicate in the mouth, very dry, characterized by a crisp and refreshing acidity.
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CALIFORNIA WHITE WINES
CHARDONNAY
ACACIA, Carneros 2007 34.00
Vibrant aromas of sweet creme brulee with ginger, lemoncurd, fennel and peach
CLOS DU BOIS, North Coast 2007 38.00
Bright and juicy, with rich, ripe, apple and pear flavors a long, fresh aftertaste.
ROBERT MONDAVI, SOLAIRE Napa Valley 2006 38.00
Broad array of aromas, including poached pear, peach and other white fruits.
EDNA VALLEY, San Luis, Obispo 2007 46.00
Wonderfully tropical flavors.
STAGS' LEAP Napa Valley 2007 60.00
Flavors of green apple, lemon zest, and vanilla cream on the palate.
GROTH, Napa Valley 2006 62.00
"Balanced wine that is both lively and rich in aroma and flavor.
JORDAN VINEYARD, Russian River Valley 2006 64.00
"Perfect with our Spaghetti Lobster or the Lobster and apple salad.
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ITALIAN RED WINES
CHIANTI & SANGIOVESE
CHIANTI CLASSICO BANFI, Toscana 2006 32.00
"Alluring bouquet of black fruit and violets.
CHIANTI SUPERIORE LEO RUFFINO, Toscana 2006 34.00
"The Sangiovese notes are dominated by violets and ripe cherries.
CHIANTI CLASSICO SANTA CRISTINA, ANTINORI, Toscana 2006 38.00
"Intense fresh fruit aromas with pleasant floral hints.
BADIOLA MAZZEI SANGIOVESE, Toscana 2006 42.00
"Very concentrated ruby-purple colour with complex notes of elegant fruit aromas along with the vanilla and toasty oak.
VILLA ANTINORI CHIANTI CLASSICO, Antinori, Toscana 2005 45.00
Intense red fruit aromas, especially redcurrants and raspberries.
PEPPOLI CHIANTI CLASSICO, Antinori, Toscana 2006 51.00
"Complex and well-structured yet fruity and aromatic.
SANTA MARGHERITA CHIANTI CLASSICO, Toscana 2006 61.00
"Well integrated oak, blackberry and iris stand out
MARCHESE RISERVA, Antinori, Toscana 2004 75.00
Pronounced cherry and violet fruit with tobacco nuances on the nose. It is full-bodied with remarkable depth and structure.
SPECIAL ITALIAN RED WINES
AMICI RISERVA SPECIALE
BARBERA D'ALBA Ruvei, MARCHESI DI BAROLO 2006 51.00
"Soft and well balanced tannins, good acidity; long aftertaste with hints of vanilla and cocoa.
LE VOLTE, ORNELLAIA, Toscana 2007 58.00
"50% Sangiovese, 40% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.The soft Merlot tannins combine with the structure of Cabernet and the classic liveliness of Sangiovese.
ROSSO DI MONTALCINO, BANFI, Toscana 2007 60.00
"Rosso di Montalcino is considered Brunello's younger sibling.
SYRAH PLANETA, Sicilia 2005 85.00
Lush and sweet on the palate, with oaky flavors of blueberry, dark plum and brown spices.
BARBARESCO MARCHESI DI BAROLO, Piemonte 2005 90.00
Plenty of clean, bright fruit framed by elegant tannins, showing notable harmony.
ANGELO GAJA "PROMIS", Toscana 2006 92.00
"WS 90Pts. Merlot Sirah Blend. Dark in color.Full body, wonderfully silky tannins and a fruity, bright aftertaste.
AMARONE SANTI, Veneto 2004 95.00
"Deep garnet red, intense dry grapes and plums with hints of spices.
BAROLO, MARCHESI DI BAROLO, Piemonte 2004 98.00
"Intense odor with clean scents of roses, vanilla, roasted hazelnuts, licorice and spices.
BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO Col d'Orcia Toscana 2004 120.00 A good concentration in the mid- palate and a persistent aftertaste, yet round and luscious in body, with silky and interesting tannins.
BRUNELLO Pian delle Vigne ANTINORI Toscana 2004 158.00
A good concentration in the mid- palate and a persistent aftertaste, yet round and luscious in body, with silky and interesting tannins.
TIGNANELLO, ANTINORI, Toscana 2005 185.00
Arguably the original super Tuscan. Complex and nicely harmonious aromas of tobacco, curry powder and blackberry and blackcurrant jam.
GUADO AL TASSO, ANTINORI, Toscana 2005 185.00
"Extraordinary intense ruby red in colour. Intensely fruity, more of cherry than cassis, with hints of toast, coffee and dark chocolate.
SASSICAIA TENUTA SAN GUIDO, Toscana 2005 390.00
"Intense blackberry and cassis aromas, offset by notes of smoke and spice.
SOLAIA ANTINORI, Toscana 2005 570.00
WS 97pts. Intense ruby red in color with aromas of ripe fruit, spices, blackpepper, chocolate, coffee and vanilla.
CALIFORNIA RED WINES
CABERNET SAUVIGNONS
ROBERT MONDAVI SELECTION, Napa Valley 2007 29.00
"The wine has the sweet black cherry and dark berry fruit character that distinguishes California’s finest Cabernet Sauvignons.
CLOS DU BOIS, North coast 2005 38.00
Scents of ripe blackberry and cassis are followed by intense and powerful flavors of spice and black cherry.
RODNEY STRONG ESTATE, Alexander Valley 2006 50.00
WE 92points!!. Bold fruit aromas and flavors centered on red plum and boysenberry
PROVENANCE, Rutherford 2005 75.00
Hints of clove, violet and dark chocolate are released with each swirl of the wine.
STAGS' LEAP WINERY, Napa Valley 2005 88.00
"This is a well-balanced, luscious and velvety wine with complex layers of plum, spice, and coffee
JORDAN, Alexander Valley 2004 98.00
Rich texture and opulent flavors, complimented by a finish of violet, earth, smoke, and cola.
PINOT NOIR
GLORIA FERRER CARNEROS, Napa Valley 2006 45.00
ROBERT MONDAVI SELECTION, Napa Valley 2007 29.00
"bright ripe black cherry and plum aromas with subtle notes of spice and chocolate.
CLOS DU BOIS, North Coast 2005 36.00
"Aromas of violet, baking spices, mocha, ripe plum and blackberry.
BENZINGER, Sonoma 2004 48.00
"Aromas of bright cherry, red fruit and black plum with notes of vanillin spice, flavors of blackberry, chocolate and dried herb.
RUTHEFORD GROVE, Napa Valley 2001 65.00
Aromas of black cherries, dark plums and boysenberries. 2003 65.00
SILVERADO VINEYARDS, Napa Valley 2003 80.00
"Toasted sunflower seeds, vanilla, savory spices, raspberry and brandied cherry aromas that follow through in the flavors.
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"Aromas of cherry, rose petal and pomegranate, then open to wood spice, mocha and a complex dried leaf note.
ACACIA CARNEROS, Napa Valley 2006 58.00
Deep violet red in color and bursts with Bing cherry, raspberry, pepper and clove aromas with a slight hint of vanilla and licorice.
SANFORD SANTA RITA HILLS, Central Coast 2006 75.00
"Wild berry flavors framed nicely by bright acidity and supple tannins
MERLOT
light and crisp, with spicy fruit flavors.
SANTA MARGHERITA Prosecco, Italy N.V. 56.00
"Sparkling wine with a clean nose, pleasantly fruity, with whiffs of rennet apples and peach blossoms.
FERRARI BRUT ROSE, Italy N.V. 75.00
Intense, fresh and persistent, with a broad fruity note of ripe Golden Delicious apples and wild flowers.
VEUVE CLICQUOT Champagne, France N.V. 115.00
Blend of two-thirds black grapes (Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) for body, balanced with one-third Chardonnay for elegance.
ORGANIC WINES
PINOT GRIGIO CANTINE CANDONI, Veneto 2007 32.00
"Balanced and crisp with lingering notes of pineapple and lemon.
MERLOT, CANTINE CANDONI , Veneto 2006 32.00
"Wonderfully aromatic and fruity, blending silky flavors of blackberry, cherry, and black currant.
CHARDONNAY, PAUL DOLAN VINEYARDS, Mendocino County 2006 42.00
"Pear and winter citrus fruit character is complemented by creamy vanilla spice.
HALF BOTTLES (375ml)
VEUVE CLICQUOT Champagne, France N.V. 59.00
Blend of two-thirds black grapes (Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) for body, balanced with one-third Chardonnay for elegance.
SANTA MARGHERITA, Pinot Grigio, Valdadige 2007 27.00
"Excellent as an aperitif, it is also ideal with seafood salads, fish- or shellfish based pasta
VILLA ANTINORI CHIANTI CLASSICO, ANTINORI 2005 28.00
Intense red fruit aromas, especially redcurrants and raspberries.
BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO Col d'Orcia,Toscana 2004 65.00
A good concentration in the mid- palate and a persistent aftertaste, yet round and luscious in body, with silky and interesting tannins.
TIGNANELLO, ANTINORI, Toscana 2006 120.00
Arguably the original super Tuscan. Complex and nicely harmonious aromas of tobacco, curry powder, blackberry and blackcurrant jam.
BARBARESCO, ANGELO GAJA ", Piemonte 2005 186.00
93 Points - Wine Spectator. Full bodied and mouth coating, good firm tannins and a long finish. Luscious mid palate, lots of fruit, well balanced, opulent and structured
ITALIAN WHITE WINES
PINOT GRIGIO