Interesting Whites
Blend, Evolution, Sokol Blosser, Oregon, 18th Edition
A blend of 9 varietals with just the precise amount of each of each of them
Pepi, Chenin Blanc-Viognier, California, 2011
Bursting with fresh fruit flavors and aromas of luscious peach and spiced pear
Chardonnay
Cakebread Cellars, Napa Valley, California, 2013
Sweet green apple scents coupled with beautifully pure, ripe
apple, melon and citrus flavors
J. Lohr, Arroyo Seco Monterey, 2014
Rich and flavorful, but balanced by fresh acidity with tropical and stone fruit flavors and a toasted vanilla bouquet
La Crema, Sonoma Coast, California, 2013
Exquisite, artisan Chardonnay from cool climate vineyards
Sonoma-Cutrer, Estate Bottled, Russian River Ranches, Sonoma County, CA, 2013
Fruit aromas of Golden Deliscious apple, Bosc pear and white peach are accented with oak spice, a hint of vanilla, toasted nuts, a light floral note and a touch of butterscotch
Pinot Grigio/Gris
Bollini, Trentino, Italy 2013
Crisp aromas of white blossoms, apple and pear, and an icy thrill of minerality
Riesling
Frisk, naturally prickly, Victoria, Australia, 2014
This zippy Riesling is floral and weighted, with notes of lime sorbet, rose petals and a hint of fennel
Sauvignon Blanc
Frenzy, South Island, New Zealand, 2014
Gooseberry, green bell pepper, grapefruit and a twist of lime, very fresh
Interesting Reds
HellHound, Mutt Lynch, California, 2012
Ripe blackberries, toasty oak, tobacco and cocoa flavors highlighted by floral notes, full-bodied wine that lingers on the palate with silky tannins and finishes with a touch of vanilla
Marietta Old Vine Red Blend, Lot #62, California
Predominantly comprised of Zinfandel, Old Vine Red is characterized by intense spicy aromas, bright fruit and a solid structure
Nature Organic Tempranillo, Casa Roja Spanish Wines Edition, Spain, 2013
A fresh wine abounding with tropical fruit and citrus flavors and a good, balanced acidity
Shoofly Shiraz, South Australia, 2013
Robust flavors of dark berry & a lifted savory spiciness
Troublemaker, Red Blend, Paso Robles, Central Coast
71% Syrah, 16% Grenache, 8% Zinfandel, 3% Petite Sirah, 2% Mourvèdre intensely rich, velvety smooth, sneaky good
Cabernet Sauvignon
Liberty School, Hope Family Wines, Paso Robles, California, 2013
Aromas of plum, black currants, blackberry, soft tannins, full-bodied, flavors of juicy raspberries and black cherries
Parducci Small Lot, Mendocino County, California, 2011
Individually-vinified small lots of premium varietal Cabernet Sauvignon grapes blended to create a wine of deep, complex character & balanced flavors
Rodney Strong, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, 2010
Mouth-filling cabernet with bold fruit aromas and flavors of plum, chocolate and blackberry along with soft tannins
Rombauer Vineyards, Napa Valley, 2012
Ripe black fruit flavors with subtle earthy purities, savory pomegranate, black cherry, mint and chocolate fill out the palate
Malbec
Trapiche Broquel, Mendoza, Argentina, 2013
A premium malbec from the Broquel range in Mendoza, this wine shows a beautiful balance of ripe tannins and a long finish
Trapiche Oak Cask, Mendoza, Argentina, 2013
Sweet aromas of blackberries and plums with an elegant touch of smoke and vanilla, velvety texture and a sweet long finish
Merlot
Wild Meadows Merlot, Columbia Valley, 2012
Well-rounded and easy-drinking, ripe and expressive with dense cassis aromas, cherry fruit flavors with hints of chocolate
Pinot Noir
Julia James, California, 2014
Fruit forward and smooth with fresh, red berry aromas and a velvety texture
Underwood, Oregon, 2014
Rich, juicy flavors of cherry, blackberries and cola
Bubbles & Champagne
Brut, Bollinger, Special Cuvee, Champagne, France
the champagne of “James Bond”
Voveti Prosecco, Italy
Very fine and persistent perlage-endless tiny bubbles,fresh and inviting bouquet of apple, white flowers (honeysuckle!) and bread crust, flavors of green apple, melon and hint of ripe peach, creamy finish
Moscato
Innocent Bystander Pink Moscato (375 ml)
Delisciuos aromas of pink grapefruit, mandarin, cotton candy and toffee apples, flavors of rhubarb crumble, toffee apple and sherbet ice cream all ending with a gentle mouth-tingling fizz