Soup of the Day

Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwich

With romaine, tomato, & ancho-chili dressing

Grilled Vegetarian Black Bean Burger

With cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, roasted red pepper w/ light ancho-chili sauce

Salmon Over a Puff Pastry

Fresh salmon, sugar snap peas, carrot julienne & a lemon-dill caper cream sauce served over a puff pastry cup

Goat's Cheese Salad

Honey-balsamic marinated grilled red onions, roasted pecans, mixed greens & our balsamic vinaigrette dressing

Warm Sesame Chicken Salad

A sugar snap pea, carrot & pepper stir fry w/ a lively ginger sesame dressing served over mixed greens

Crab Cake Sandwich

Our roasted crab cakes (with no fillers) w/ cucumber, lettuce, tomato, & herb-caper mayonnaise served open face

Spinach Salad

Spinach,‎ bacon, toasted almonds, brie, red onion, dried cranberries, & a boiled honey & lemon vinaigrette dressing

Crispy Shrimp Sandwich

Japanese panko crust crispy shrimp w/ lettuce, tomato & horse radish onion blossom sauce

Salmon BLT Sandwich

Grilled salmon & apple wood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato & herb mayonnaise

Grilled Chicken & Artichoke Wrap

Grilled chicken, kalamata olives, tomato, cucumber, lettuce, feta cheese & an artichoke spread in a whole wheat tortilla

Grilled Strip Sandwich

Thinly sliced strip loin of beef served w/ roasted portobello mushroom & a horseradish herb spread

Warm Grilled Vegetable Sandwich

With grilled zucchini, red peppers, portabella mushrooms w/ roasted garlic feta spread, lettuce & tomato

Chevre Goats' Cheese Sandwich

Served open face w/ fig relish & walnuts

Spicy Bacon Cheddar Burger

Meyer certified natural angus beef, lettuce, tomato, dill pickle, on kaiser roll w/ cheddar bacon spread

Soup of the Day

Spicy Thai Shrimp

Shrimp, peppers, sugar snap peas & a thai chili sautéed in a lightly spiced ginger sauce, served over mixed field greens

Lump Crab Fillo Purses

Sautéed lump crab meat w/ gruyere cheese & sherry, wrapped in fillo & baked

Spring Rolls

Shitake mushrooms, shrimp & cabbage. Served w/ a sweet chili sauce

Maple Brie

A warmed wheel of brie served w/ apples, pecans & maple syrup

Fried Calamari

Beer batter fried calamari served w/ homemade marinara sauce.

Fried Green Tomato

Cornmeal crusted green tomato served w/ grits & remoulade sauce

Portobello Mushroom Napoleon

Crisp‎ puff pastry layered w/ grilled portobello mushrooms, roasted red peppers & roasted garlic-feta sauce, served on a tomato sherry cream

Polenta w/ Provencal Vegetable Ragout

Topped off w/ goat cheese

Shrimp & Sea Scallops

Shrimp & scallops poached in a lemon, dill & caper cream w/ sugar snap peas & carrot julienne. Served over a puff pastry cup

Crab Cakes

Our baked lump crab cakes (no fillers) served w/ citrus beurre blanc

Shrimp & Tasso Linguine

Spicy cajun tasso & wild south carolina- georgia caught shrimp in a vermouth, garlic & cream reduction w/ spinach

Salmon w/ a Vidalia Onion Crust

Oven roasted fresh salmon served w/ citrus beurre blanc

Pan Seared Wnc Mountain Trout

Served w/ creamy polenta red cabbage & lemon caper macadamia nut compound butter

Grilled Fresh Fish

A ginger, garlic & fresh lime juice splash.

Salmon w/ Wasabi Peas

Fresh salmon roasted w/ a soy - brown sugar glaze & a wasabi pea crust

Panéed Breast of Chicken

Parmesan & rosemary crust, served w/ a lemon caper butter sauce

Bacon Wrap Quail

Served on a bed of wilted spinach & honey sage balsamic reduction

Sautéed Breast of Chicken

Filled w/ green olives & served w/ sautéed almonds, red wine poached figs & a marsala beurre noisette

Waterfall Beef

A spicy stir fry of beef tenderloin, fresh vegetables, ginger, cilantro & lime. Served w/ basmati rice

Grilled Filet of Beef

Topped w/ melted pimento cheese & crispy onions

Double Cut Pork Chop

Served w/ an apricot-rosemary sauce

Sauteéed Veal Chop

Served w/ a whole grain mustard & fresh thyme, cider cream sauce

New York Strip

Stock yard angus strip loin grilled to perfection & finished w/ a red wine-shallot compound butter

Heart of Palm Salad

Mixed field greens topped w/ hearts of palm, julienne vegetables & balsamic vinaigrette

Goat Cheese, Walnut & Cranberry Salad

Baby arugula tossed w/ boiled honey-lemon vinaigrette

The Wedge

A wedge of crisp iceberg lettuce topped w/ house made blue cheese dressing & warm, crisp bacon

Robert Mondavi, Napa Valley

True to the varietal & the region, this powerful, concentrated cabernet sauvignon opens w/ aromas of juicy black cherries & italian plums, seamlessly transitioning to flavors of ripe dark fruit. Its rich, fleshy texture, lengthy finish, & impeccable balance

Robert Mondavi, "Reserve" Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

Rich, supple & graceful, w/ firm tannins supporting ripe plum, currant, blackberry & spice. Full-bodied, but not heavy or dense. Pleasantly complex & engaging.

Errazuriz, Aconcagua Valley, Chile

Full & aromatic on the nose, w/ a magnificent structure of ripe, vibrant young fruit, the wine has the added benefit of a small proportion of french & american barrel ageing lending additional texture & silkiness to the tannins.

Rock & Vine, North Coast

Rich blackberry & cassis flavors intermixed w/ roasted coffee beans & cocoa aromas. Flavors of sweet oak & spice combined w/ tobacco & black cherries linger throughout a lengthy finish.

Twenty Bench, Napa Valley

Sweet big black fruit aromas that are expansive in the mouth & evocative of blackberries, licorice, chocolate covered cherries & cocoa powder. Slightly higher ripeness than past vintages w/ well integrated tannins that balance nicely w/ the sweet toasty oak.

Bonanno, Napa Valley

With a nice balance of acid & well integrated tannins, this wine is smooth, supple & sleek in the mouth: it is well balanced across the palate showcasing flavors of dark fruit, currants & hints of mineral & anise.

Nxnw, Columbia River Valley, Washington

On‎ the nose this wine is a harmonious blend of red fruits, caramel, & chocolate w/ a hint of pepper. Richly structured, the wine resonates w/ flavors of cherry & plum, & hints of anise & cocoa lingering on a long spicy finish.

Monticello, Napa Valley

Very nicely textured w/ just a slight grip of tannins on the finish. The fruit component is dark – black berry fruits & cigar box aromas w/ dark bittersweet chocolate flavors.

Susana Balbo, Mendoza, Argentina

Deep ruby color w/ hints of purple. Classic cabernet aromas of rich red fruits, plum, tobacco, roasted coffee beans, & a touch of fresh mint. The aromas are echoed on the palate, w/ layers of fruit & spice pushing on & on.

Viader "Dare" Cabernet, Napa Valley

Concentrated aromas of ripe black cherry, dark currant, cassis, tobacco & cedar notes w/ faint hints of caramel. On the mid-palate, the vibrant tannins & well-integrated oak flavors give the impression that the wine is lightly dancing over one's taste buds. Firm tannins grace the finish.

Darioush "Caravan", Napa Valley

Ripe & juicy flavors of black cherry, licorice & plum introduce this approachable cabernet sauvignon. Flavors of cola, bakers chocolate & french roast coffee linger on a soft & round midpalate. A smooth, lingering finish reveals hints of black pepper, cedar & spice.

Ladera, Napa Valley

The wine has aromas of blackberry & raspberry fruit; rose pedals, mint & white pepper w/ toasty & vanilla highlights. Dark plum & bramble berry flavors fill the mouth. The tannin structure is full & highly extracted, but soft & lush.

Chateau Montelena, Napa Valley

A beauty. Savory black currant fruit notes intermixed w/ some licorice, underbrush, & spice jump from the glass of this medium to full-bodied, smoothly textured, beautifully elegant wine.

Beau Vigne "Juliet", Stags Leap

100% cabernet sauvignon, it exhibits a dark ruby/purple color in addition to abundant amounts of creme de cassis & floral characteristics, full-bodied power, supple tannins, a layered mouth feel, & a long, savory finish.

Davis Family Cabernet, Napa Valley

Full bodied & a mouth full of richness, our cabernet reflects both bright red & deep black fruits. Bursting w/ mouthwatering fruit flavors of currant & very ripe plum & a range of spices from fennel to coffee. Super plush structure & tannin levels lead the way into the mouth coating finish. 620 cases

Cliff Lede, Napa Valley

Lights up out of the bottle w/ a precocious bouquet of exotic spices & old leather. Initial flavors of cherry deepen as fine tannins expand & unfold. Dark stone fruits mix & integrate w/ sweet tannins & fleshy acidity, giving way to a persimmon inspired finish that coats the mouth.

Plumpjack "Cade", Napa Valley

Inviting aromas of black currant, black olive, blackberries, acacia flower & plums jump from the glass. On the palate, flavors of dark chocolate, soy black currant & star anise are followed by wonderful mouth coating tannins that are very plush & long.

Swanson "Alexis", Oakville, Napa Valley

This wine is richly appointed w/ notes of cassis, black cherry, licorice & roasted espresso beans. Excellent structure is apparent in powerful, fine-grained tannins & an ideal complement of acidity.

Caymus Cabernet, Napa Valley

Full-blown, ripe & rich, w/ intense & sharply focused dried currant, wild berry & blackberry fruit framed by firm tannins. Ends w/ a long, persistent finish.

Pahlmeyer Proprietary Red, Napa Valley

Dense purple color w/ extracted, toasty aromas of blackberry reduction, black currant & bittersweet cocoa. It is firm & beautiful on the palate w/ fruit flavors, firm tannins & phenolic balance for longevity. This concentrated wine leaves a long, lingering finish.

Cain Five, Spring Mountain

Shows an emphasis on the palate feel: the texture of the tannins is extremely fine, yet distinctly present, like silk. The aromas are of fresh red cherries & exotic spices. It is gratifying to see how well this wine evolves in the open glass, which bodes well for the future. Today, you should decant the wine, & sip it carefully.

Darby & Joan, Australia

A palate of stone fruit, green tropical & citrus flavours. The fine, creamy texture, is a result of extended lees contact after fermentation, & is balanced off by a refreshing acidity & lingering citrus peel flavours on the finish.

J Lohr "Arroyo Vista Vineyard", Central Coast

Very attractive pale yellow in color, w/ aromas of lime & lemon custard, tangerine, peach pie & white flowers.

Louis Latour, Pouilly-Fuissé, France

Puilly fuisse reveals a beautiful pale gold color & a discrete nose which bears notes of acacia flowers. Balanced wine; fat & sappy at the same time. In the mouth, one finds floral aromas accompanied by a peppery finish.

Adelsheim, Willamette Valley

This chardonnay features intense fruit character & a luscious texture. It offers fresh, crisp flavors of pear, white peach, star fruit & kiwi. The majority (85%) of the juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks to retain fruit purity, flavor & aroma. The remaining juice was fermented in neutral barrels to augment textural richness & create a more balanced & complex wine. In order to preserve freshness & acidity, this wine did not undergo malolactic fermentation.

Hook & Ladder Chardonnay, Russian River Valley

A gold medal winner at the 2012 sf chronicle wine competition, our straw colored chardonnay leads off w/ a refreshing bouquet of pineapple & honey, which is closely followed by a citrus & tropical mouth.

Steele "Cuvee", California

Steele’s flagship white wine, the cuvee chardonnay, consistently exhibits excellent depth of flavor, wonderful acidity & complex aromas. This wine is so seamlessly layered & well integrated that you will want to have another glass without a second thought.

Schug, Sonoma Coast

A wonderfully drinkable chardonnay that shows brilliant coastal character & lots of richness, crisp & dry, it has elaborated flavors of pineapples, green apples, peaches, creme brulee, buttered toast, vanilla & cinnamon spice.

Antoinette Vincent, Pouilly Fuisse, France

The pale yellow wine has a brilliant color w/ a green tint, & elegant, white flower aromas which lead to round, fresh, mineral flavors on the palate.

Whitehall Lane Carneros

This well-balanced chardonnay has aromas & flavors of pear, honey, tropicol fruit & toasty oak. It has a very long, flavorful finish that lingers.

Acacia, Carneros

Elegant layers of citrus, apple & nectarine fruit character. Complex honeycomb, crème brûlée nuances & toasted hazelnut.

Renaud Macon, Burgundy, France

Spicy nectarine & tangerine aromas are complicated by white flowers, cinnamon & white pepper. Vivid citrus & green apple on the palate.

Chalone, Chalone Estate

Toasty aromas of hazelnut, stone fruit, white pear & a unique minerality. On the palate, there is a bright acidity that mingles w/ flavors of fleshy pear, apricot, a bit of apple & is marked by distinctive minerality.

Rombauer, Carneros

Apple,‎ peach, & tropical fruit flavors weave together in a nice range of flavors that linger on the palate ending w/ a long, crisp, fruity aftertaste. The oak tones from both barrel fermentation & aging are nicely melded into the flavor & finish of the wine.

Paz & Hall, Sonoma Coast

Layers of tangerine, bosc pear, peach & hazelnut, resulting in a lithe, layered & complex wine that harmoniously combines the finest attributes of great sonoma coast winegrowing.

Davis Family Chardonnay, Russian River Valley

A rich, round character of spiced apples & pears that is lifted & enhanced by crisp citrus & great minerality. 550 cases

Domaine Serene, Cote Sud Vineyard, Willamette Valley

Bright & floral aromas of citrus flower, tangerine, jasmine, spearmint, flint, pear, spiced apple, lemon custard & vanilla. The luscious palate shows ripe apricot, green apple, kiwi, lemon-lime, mineral, toast & caramel w/ excellent structure & beautiful, well-balanced acidity.

Alice White, Australia

Bright fruit flavors framed w/ toasty oak & tropical fruit highlights.

Flowers, Sonoma Coast

Incredible depth & complexity, aromas unfold w/ layers of green apple, melon, & citrus influences..floral, vanilla, & mineral notes are evident amid spreading flavors of stone fruit. This is a chardonnay of distinctive balance w/ a crisp acidity & medium body.

Patz & Hall Hyde Vineyard

From its white flower & marmalade aromatics to its flavors of peach, spicy pear, cinnamon, clove, hazelnut & honeycomb, this multifaceted wine seamlessly balances beautiful acids w/ a plush, creamy quality-ultimately leading to a rich & satisfying finish

Pacific Rim Framboise, Mount Vernon, Washington .375

Framboise is like drinking liquid raspberries. The taste experience is intense w/ fresh floral aromas & bright red fruit flavors. It's unlike anything you've ever put in your mouth.

King Estate Vin Glace Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley .375

This ice-wine-style gris astounds the tasting panel w/ its pwerful fruit, like a bowl of peaches drizzled w/ honey. The aromas hint at saffron, apricot, & warm biscuits. Its main virtue, though, is exquisite poise, balancing richeness w/ a alight, fresh, lifted finish that lasts & lasts.

Chateau Romieu-Lacoste Sauternes, Bordeaux, France .375

Roumieu lacoste is light in colour & full of rich aromas of candied fruits & spices on the nose w/ good length & sweetness on the palate. It is fresh & lively.

Pahlmeyer Merlot, Napa Valley

Plum, cocoa & essence of roasted coffee beans mingle w/ blackberry, bing cherry, pomegranate, fresh raspberry compote & hints of lavender. Soft & plush yet solid in structure.

Miner Stagecoach Vineyard, Napa Valley

Napa's rugged eastern hills once again reveal an uncanny ability to produce full-throttle, age-worthy merlot. With loads of rich blackberry, this wine opens up w/ earth & tobacco notes backed by sound acidity & well-distributed tannins.

Decoy, Merlot “by Duckhorn Vineyareds” Napa Valley

Merlot is a lush & inviting wine w/ aromas of plum, black cherry, earl grey tea & subtle spice. On the palate, the tannins are smooth & the flavors are rich & mouth filling, w/ abundant ripe fruit & layers of vanilla & sweet oak.

Bogle Merlot, Clarksburg

On the pallet, this merlot is full-bodied, but w/ a smooth mid-palate that showcases aromas & flavors of blackberry & spice, accented by hints of licorice & tobacco.

Chateau Tour Bayard, Montagne-Saint-Emilion, Bordeaux

A full body w/ cassis, chocolate & violet, this great bordeaux offers a chewy texture w/ faint herbal notes.

Sebastiani, Sonoma

Ripe black cherry, plum & blueberry, balanced by notes of green tea & bay leaf on the palate. A finish of sweet oak, chocolate & blackberry.

Wente, Central Coast

Aromas of herbal tea, licorice & blackberry are accentuated by hints of spice & perfume. On the mouth, the wine is full bodied, but w/ a smooth mid palate that showcases flavors of cherry & truffles alongside tobacco undertones.

Whitehall Lane, Napa Valley

The aromas are somewhat exotic, melding spicy aromas w/ dark cherry & blackberry notes & hi-lighted by hints of violet & lavender. It finishes long & silky, revealing its cherry core in the delicious finish.

Gundlach Bundschu, Sonoma

Aromas‎ & flavors of spiced black cherry, dark plum, blueberry & a beautifully integrated layer of tea leaf. The juicy, dense palate is framed by broad, finely textured tannins. The elegant structure & bright acidity carry the flavors through a long, lingering finish.

Woodhouse Family "Maghee", Rattlesnake Hills, Washington State

Succulent rich black cherry fruit, full round soft mouth filling tannins & a smooth lingering finish. This unfined unfiltered beautiful rhodolite garnet red wine was aged for 28 months in our proprietary program of new & second fill french oak. 286 cases

Paradigm, Napa Valley

Aromas of red plums, cedar & spice. It is pure in its aromas & has flavors that match. It is soft across the palate w/ lingering plumy fruit, light dusty tannins & a balanced lively acidity. This is a medium body merlot, easy to drink, & will go great w/ many foods.

Darioush, Napa Valley

A combination of savory lavender, cinnamon stick & smoke aromas introduce this expressive mountain merlot. Luscious flavors of blackberry, ripe cherry & cacao are supported by an earthy core on the mid-palate. Texturally complex – displaying refined tannins, great depth & concentration of fruit.

Tamas Estates Pinot Grigio, Monterey

Vibrant aromas & flavors of grapefruit, green apple, & citrus complemented by hints of green grass & mineral w/ a crisp, refreshing mouthfeel.

Ca' Brigiano Pinot Grigio, Della Venezie, Italy

Ligth body w/ fruity accents of fresh summer melon & peach blossoms. The perfect start to any meal.

Teffenbruner Pinot Grigio, Della Venezie, Italy

Crisp flavors of lemon, pear & some vanilla w/ hints of fresh citrus & a touch of cream.

Acrobat by King Estate, Oregon

Vibrant aromas & flavors of grapefruit, green apple, & citrus complemented by hints of green grass & mineral w/ a crisp, refreshing mouthfeel.

Swanson Pinot Grigio, Napa Valley

A complex, multi-layered wine. Litchi, grapefruit, lemon zest & pear can be found in both the nose & the mouth. The wine lingers on the palate, & evokes the memory of fresh, perfectly ripe pinot grigio grapes.

King Estate Reserve Pinot Gris, Oregon

Brilliant golden straw color exhibits intense tropical fruit aromas suggesting papaya & mango, w/ apricot, honey & nutmeg accents. Organic.

Pinot Noir

Chehalem 3 Vineyard Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon

Rich pie cherry & dried cherry impressions, w/ plummy blue & black fruit for depth & richness. Tea leaves & spices are assertive, whether showing gingerbread, molasses, nutmeg, cardamon or delicate black pepper. Great acid, excellent weight & length on the palate, & a bright, clean & elegant finish.

Hook & Ladder, Russian River Valley

This pinot noir starts w/ a deep ruby red color, followed by aromas of spicy strawberry & raspberry. The light berry flavor accented w/ vanilla leads to a crisp finish of lingering cherry.

24 Knots, Pinot Noir, Central Coast

Named for the chilled marine winds that blow off the monterey bay which cool the grapes & extend hang time, 24 knots is an unusually expressive & exquisitely balanced pinot noir w/ a bouquet of bright strawberries & black cherries w/ notes of toast & earth balanced by a long, well-structured finish.

Mountain View, Carneros

This‎ wine shows ripe berry fruit, bright cherry & plum flavors & an alluring varietal accent in the nose. There is a hint of oak in the finish which compliments the crisp acid balance & moderate tannin.

Mark West, Pinot Noir, California

Dried strawberry & tea leaf on the palate. Soft, ripe tannins & a pleasant finish.

Castle Rock, Monterey

Offering aromas of cherry, tea & herbal spice. On the palate, the wine gives flavors of black cherry, plum & spice. It is smooth w/ a silky texture & mild tannins.

Steele, Carneros

Our style for steele carneros pinot noir has always been one of moderate oak, high-tone fruit flavors & aromas of black cherry, w/ a rich nose, juicy palate & long finish.

Steele, Carneros

Our style for steele carneros pinot noir has always been one of moderate oak, high-tone fruit flavors & aromas of black cherry, w/ a rich nose, juicy palate & long finish.

Eieio Swine Wine, Oregon

This wine is distinguished by the slightly macerated & smoky nature of black currant & plum scents & flavors & a smoked meat component that is ridiculously enticing. The smoky gaminess is balanced by floral tones of lilac & hyacinth & acid is matched w/ some pretty stout support in the form of earthy, minerally tannins & more ephemeral autumnal qualities like the smoke from burning autumn leaves.

King Estate, Oregon

Classic oregon earth, mushroom, cedar, raspberry, spice, dark cherry & leather on the nose. The palate delivers cherry, strawberry, caramel, tobacco & vanilla framed by velvety tannins.

Monticello, Oak Knoll, Napa Valley

Hints of ginger, clove & vanilla which accent the raspberry & strawberry fruit. The tannins are supple, & frame the wine very well.

Mossback, Russian River Valley

Exhibiting rich cherry, tobacco & plum flavors w/ beautiful earthy qualities on the finish.

Morgan "12 Clones", Santa Lucia Highlands

Aromas of smoky raspberry, dill, sage & cedar carry over to the palate, where they're deep, concentrated, focused & persistent. The tannins are ripe & firm, ending w/ a mix of cedar & dusty berry.

Duckhorn "Migration", Alexander Valley

Rich & textured, w/ bright red fruits, (strawberry, raspberry & cherry) & a touch of oak. Surprisingly full-bodied, it retains a bit of earthiness & mushroom elements.

Siduri, Santa Lucia Highlands

68% pisoni vineyard, & 32% garys' vineyard pinot noir the wine is medium ruby color; deep, slightly closed, black cherry & smoky aromas; ripe, rich, smoky cherry flavors, complex, silky texture; toasty oak; good structure & balance; long finish.

Pahlmeyer "Jayson", Sonoma Coast

In the glass the aromas open immediately, revealing layers of rich dense fruit, earth & sweet spices. The palate also offers layers upon layers of concentrated small berries, black raspberry & cherries, balanced w/ nicely integrated oak. This full bodied wine finishes w/ finesse & long lingering flavors.

Belle Glos, Clark & Telephone Vineyard, Santa Maria Valley

Rich scarlet color, w/ aromas of brown spice, caramel & soft tea. The velvety palate offers flavors of bright red fruit, warm spices & sweet oak, supported by firm acidity & refined tannins.

Domain Serene "Yamhill Cuvee", Willamette Valley, Oregon

Offers up a superb bouquet of smoke, cinnamon, rose petal, cherry, & cranberry. Spicy, expressive, & medium-bodied on the palate, it displays a racy personality marked by savory flavor, vibrant acidity, good depth & structure.

Patz & Hall, Sonoma Coast

Lush‎ & harmonious, fruit-driven wine w/ a voluptuous mouth coating texture. The aromas offer-up seductive layers of mulled cherry, licorice, brown sugar, clove, cedar & rose petal that segue to intense flavors of sweet cherry, boysenberry & pomegranate. Finishes w/ smooth tannins & impeccable balance.

Cristom "Jessie's Vineyard", Willamette Valley, Oregon

It is displaying some rare-beef notes (as in carpaccio) among the darker red fruits. Wood aromas along the range of vanilla-caramel-butterscotch are faintly evident from the barrel flavors that are still integrating in this young pinot. It has a juicy & mouthwatering texture, a pleasurable core of sweet fruit & exquisite balance.

Robert Sinskey Pvo, Los Carneros, Napa Valley

Intence, fresh flavors of plums, cassis, dark chocolate & anise strut slowly across the palate. Lingering w/ a velvet touch, before resolving into a bright, clean finish. Organic.

Ceretto Barolo "Zonchera", Italy

Dried cherry, chocolate & berry aromas follow through to medium body, w/ fine tannins & a milk chocolate & fruit finish.

Henry's Drive Pillar Box Red, Padthaway, Australia

Aromas of cassis, black cherry, black raspberry, & blueberry. Full-bodied, ripe, & layered w/ flavor, this wine totally over-delivers on my hedonist's meter.

Biltmore Estate, Century Red, North Carolina

A blend of sangiovese & merlot w/ the flavors of red currant, strawberry fruit & a hint of smokiness accneted by oak, vanilla, & plum on the nose.

Hook & Ladder the Tillerman, Russian River Valley

Tillerman, the wine, is dark violet in color, possessing complex aromas of berry jam, vanilla, cinnamon, & leather w/ a hint of cedar & cocoa. Bright flavors of raspberry balanced w/ a long lasting & full, spicy cherry finish.

Rock & Vine Malbec, Lake County, California

Great aromatic structure full of lavender, vanilla & spice followed by layers of raspberry, chocolate & spicy black pepper on the palate.

Chateau L' Hospitalet Rouge Languedoc, France

This red wines have a deep garnet color, w/ purple tints, & powerful aromas of red fruits, spices, liquorice, violet & vanilla & a great clean structure. The wines are very elegant w/ medium tannins. They can be drunk right away or kept for later drinking.

Righetti Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico, Italy

On the nose, raisin, citrus peel & flowers, w/ a light oak underlay. Full-bodied, w/ intense, spicy character, firm tannins & a tangy vanilla finish.

Volver Tempranillo, La Mancha, Spin

A glass-coating opaque purple color, it showcases aromas of pain grille, earth notes, spice box, & fragrant blue & black fruits. Supple-textured, super-ripe & concentrated, on the palate it is mouth-filling, savory, & structured.

Steele “Writer's Block” Cabernet Franc, Lake County

80% cabernet franc, 12% syrah, 6% merlot, & 2% zinfandel rich, luscious, velvety dark fruit flavors that are balanced w/ notes of soft toasty oak.

Pallazo Della Torre “Allegrini”, Veronese, Italy

Dense & deep ruby red in color & loaded w/ luscious aromas of currant, blackberry & licorice.

Urban Uco Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina

Ripe but focused, w/ a nice beam of crushed raspberry, roasted vanilla & cocoa running along plush, medium-weight tannins.

Santi "Solane" Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso, Italy

The wine has an intense bouquet of cloves, vanilla, cherry jam & almonds. In the mouth, the wine is full, warm & harmonious, w/ an elegant finish.

Borsao "Crianza Selection", Campo De Borgia, Spain

Dense & balanced, this polished spanish red carries plum, blackberry, black pepper & tar flavors. Muscular tannins are well-integrated, & fresh acidity carries coffee, floral & mint notes through the finish.

Mendel Malbec, Mendoza

Nicely layered w/ warm fig sauce, mocha, crushed raspberry & boysenberry fruit & a long, dark, spice- & espresso-tinged finish. Powerful but balanced.

Enrico Santini "Poggio Al Moro", Bolgheri, Italy

30% sangiovese, 30% cabernet sauvignon, 30% merlot & 10% syrah this full-bodied, generous wine flows from the glass w/ an exciting array of plump dark fruit, licorice & smoke, w/ outstanding length & tons of style. Lovers of bold tuscan wines will find much pleasure in this beautifully crafted wine.

Viticcio Chianti Classico Reserva, Italy

Focused & very pretty, w/ berry & cherry character & a hint of tobacco. Full-bodied, w/ a solid core of tannins & a rich, fruity finish. Chewy.

Tenuta Campo Di Sasso "Insoglio", IGT, Tuscany, Italy

This mid-weight, elegant wine offers up perfumed red fruits, kirsch, smoke, earthiness & grilled herbs in a ripe, harmonious style. The overall balance & refined finish are impeccable.

Cain Cuvee, Napa Valley

Of our three cabernet blends, the NV6 cuveé uses the most merlot which creates the plush & supple base. Mountain-grown cabernet sauvignon & cabernet franc lend aromatic complexity & a bit of edginess to the taste so that the wine will dance on your palate.

Crios Rose of Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina

Dark pink in color w/ an enticing nose of strawberry & cherry. Ripe, dry, & full-flavored.

Domaine De Nizas, Coteaux Du Languedoc, France

Crammed‎ full of delicious, crunchyredcurrant & raspberry flavours balanced by great freshness.

Errazuriz, Casablanca Valley, Chile

Citrus, floral & herbaceous notes of freshly cut grass are highlighted on the nose, while a touch of tropical passion fruit & guayaba lend complexity.

Honig, Napa Valley

A bright, fruit forward sauvignon blanc, w/ citrus aromas of grapefruit, lemongrass, & lime, overlaying passion fruit & mango characters. The vibrant tropical flavors linger, while the finish is crisp & refreshing.

Kim Crawford, Marlborough, New Zealand

Firm acidity is surrounded by hints of sweat, tropical fruits & herbaceous notes w/ hints of citrus sneaking in.

Whitehall Lane, Napa Valley

Bright & aromatic. Hints of honeydew & lime blend w/ an oak nuance. The wine has refreshing flavors of lemon & grapefruit w/ a long invigorating finish.

Ferrari Carano Fume Blanc, Sonoma County

Zesty flavors & aromas of grapefruit, citrus & honeydew mingle w/ a subtle grassy note w/ a lingering finish of mango & guava.

St Supery, Napa Valley

Aromas of lime juice, ruby grapefruit, guava & a hint of clover. Flavors of focused lemon, lime & grapefruit followed w/ a crisp finish.

Cliff Lede, Napa Valley

Displays aromas of kaffir lime, iris, passion fruit, tarragon, citrus, white pepper, framboise, toasted almond, & freesia. With a poignant mouth defined by good glycerol weight, flavors of lemon meringue, honeysuckle, brioche & guava flow over the palate w/ a finish reminiscent of desert wildflowers & dry land honey.

Lambert Bridge, Dry Creek Valley

Vibrant & aromatic w/ an outstanding combination of green apple, lime cream & guava along w/ hints of kefir lime & rich tropical fruits.

Pascal Jolivet, Sancerre, France

The‎ intense nose reveals a broad spectrum of fruit characters ranging form lush tropical fruit, to citrus & vegetal tones. The palate is complex & powerful, finishing w/ a flinty, minerally & refreshing crispness.

Plumpjack "Cade", Napa Valley

Enticing aromas of green melon, wet stones, cantaloupe, cut grass & vanilla bean are followed on the palate w/ flavors of guava, rose petal, gooseberry & vanilla. The 7% semillon fleshes out the mid palate & adds a nice layer to the finish.

Hook & Ladder Gewurztraminer, Russian River Valley

The‎ brilliant straw color invites comparison to other white wines, but the aroma & flavor dispel that notion. Gewürztraminer delivers vibrant aromas of grapefruit & a floral set that reminds us of the tropics.

Tintero "Sori Gramela ", Moscato D' Asti, Italy

Fresh & luxurious on the palate like this one, which shows ripe, juicy flavors of lime zest, apple skin, & pear the finfish is impeccably clean & refreshing.

Miner Viognier, Simpson Vineyard, California

Vibrant‎ red fruit aromas followed by spice, vanilla & sweet tea. It is round on the palate, finishing w/ supple, cocoa powder tannins.

Leonard Kreusch Riesling Spatlese, Mosel, Germany

Full-bodied & concentrated. Hints of minerals intermingle w/ fresh pear & cantaloupe flavors.

Chateau Graville Lacoste, Graves, Bordeaux, France

A blend of semillon, sauvignon blanc & muscadelle. Notes of lemon, fresh cut hay, thyme & traces of grapefruit & guava are intermingling in a context of well-balanced acidity & vibrant, racy fruit appeal.

Champalou Vouvray, Loire, France

A fetching nose of quince, orange, lime, narcissus, freesia, sweet corn, & green tea ushers in a luscious yet remarkably delicate palate, w/ a perfectly judged hint of sweetness (this is what locals call sec tendre) supporting pear, quince, & citrus. Savory salinity, a hint of caramel, chalk, & citrus zest as well as a suggestion of vanilla cream inform an ear-to-ear finish of lift & refinement.

Dr. Thanisch Wwe Riesling, Germany

Very attractive, offering peach, apple & nectarine flavors matched to a lively structure. Balanced & juicy, w/ a mouthwatering finish.

Conundrum, California

Concentrated & focused layers of peach & apricot nectar, pear & green melon w/ spicy vanilla notes. The creamy texture & balanced acidity carries through the palate for a long finish.

Darioush Viognier, Napa Valley, California

Honeysuckle, jasmine & citrus fruit aromas leap from the glass, introducing a vibrant & succulent mouthfeel of juicy peach & cantaloupe balanced by the bright acidity of fuji apple & lemon zest. Finishes w/ lingering notes of white nectarine, nutmeg & vanilla bean.

1999 Bruno Paillard Brut Millesime, Champagne, France

Aromas of ripe fruit come to the fore on the nose, dominated by citrus notes. Then hints of red fruits gently appear, & after a few minutes in the glass notes of honey develop & enhance the generous & warm personality of this wine.

Veuve Clicquot Demi Sec, Champagne, France .375

A lovely off-dry sparking wine. Pronounced peach & other stone fruit aromas & flavors highlighted by toast & nuts.

Veuve Clicquot NV Brut, Champagne, France .375

Its complex nose of apple, citrus & caramel is followed by rich flavors of citrus, hazelnut & baked bread, w/ a crisp, spicy finish.

Borgo Magredo Prosecco, Grave De Fruili, Italy .187

Extremely clean, bright & forceful prosecco, finished totally dry yet just packed w/ fresh prosecco fruit. White peaches & nectarines focus the fruit w/ great zeal. Totally refreshing.

Laurent Perrier NV Brut, Champagne, France .187

Candied citrus, ginger & mineral aromas & flavors integrate well w/ the lightweight, elegant frame. Beautifully displayed, from start to the long, toasty finish.

Saint-Hilaire Blanquette De Limoux Blanc De Blancs 2005, France

A creamy, fresh & ripe-tasting bubbly, w/ flavors of apple & glazed citrus. The finish is spicy.

J Estate "Cuvee 20", Russian River

The non-vintage j cuvée 20 brut gracefully opens up w/ crisp lemon peel, honeysuckle & delicate yeast aromas. Upon entry, these notes are followed by a mix of fuji apple, grapefruit & a sweet hint of angel food cake. The acidity adds just enough liveliness & the citrus zest leads to a lingering, warm pear & lush finish.

Iron Horse "Russian Cuvee", Sonoma

The sweetest of our cuvees right on the edge of brut level dry & hits a perfect balance point.

Alexander Valley Vineyards, Syrah

Big aromas of blueberries & sandalwood along a w/ subtle nose of violets & the rich flavors of blackberries, allspice & hints of black licorice & menthol.

Marietta Petite Sirah, Sonoma

Seriously intense notes of blueberries, blackberries, camphor, & flowers are accompanied by a boatload of tannins, but they are relatively civilized in this big, full-bodied wine.

Siduri "Novy", Santa Lucia Highlands

Full-bodied‎ beauty offering up notions of tapenade, creme de cassis, black cherries, forest floor, & damp earth. This dense, supple-textured effort is a glorious, fruit-driven syrah w/ plenty of personality.

Miner "La Diligence", Stagecoach Vineyard, Napa Valley

Rich & far-ranging in aroma & quite complex & rewarding in flavor, this concentrated wine delivers smells of syrah spice, roast beef & energetic blackberry fruit. It is full & fleshy on the palate.

Davis Family, Guezer Block, Russian River

This is a big, strong, gutsy syrah, a powerhouse of jammy blackberries, currants, bacon, pepper & sandalwood. It's completely dry, w/ rich, thick tannins & a long, spicy finish.

Cline, California

Baked berries on the nose, w/ cherry & cranberry flavors woven w/ vanilla, brown sugar & white pepper on the finish.

Campus Oaks "Old Vines" Zinfandel

Big jammy black fruit flavors from 80-100 year old vines. Deliciously complex w/ an extremely long finish.

Hullabaloo, Napa Valley

Classic briery, jammy nose w/ further aromas of spice & pepper as it unfolds. Flavors of sweet black currant & raspberry dominate the palate showcasing powerful ripeness, impressive textures & well-integrated oak.

Peirano "Immortal", Old Vine, Lodi

Over 100 year old vines. White pepper, raspberry juice & sweet herb scents. Raspberries, tobacco, white pepper & sleek minerals on the soft palate. Finishes dry w/ good acidity & white peppercorn flavors. A juicy style that makes your mouth water.

Steele "Catfish Vineyard", Clear Lake

Catfish vineyard is truly an old-timer, planted in 1901. catfish vineyard zinfandel is actually a field blend of a number of varieties, including small amounts of carignan, alicante bouche, cabernet, & several other varieties – even some white grapes. Our goal is to produce a wine as close as possible to what those home winemakers were drinking 100 years ago.

Rombauer, North Coast

Dramatically seductive & immensely flavorful. This fruit-forward, full-bodied style is deeply concentrated & jammy w/ layers of dark wild berries & rich cherries. Fruity through the finish, flavors of boysenberry & raspberry linger on the palate.

Chateau Montelena, Napa Valley

On the nose you’ll find heaps of dark fruit, blackberry, dried blackcurrant, & strawberry undertones, complemented by rich toasted oak notes & hints of tobacco & rose. The palate opens w/ a clean supple entry, building to sweet briar-berry, cranberry & dried cherry w/ a mellow fleshy mouthfeel & suede-like tannins. Excellent structure & balanced acidity throughout.

Davis Family, Old Vine, Russian River

112 year old vines. Wonderful brambly, old vine character. Bright, juicy red raspberry mixed w/ a smoky plum & that great old vine spice, ripe but never over ripe. Full-bodied but not heavy, lush & simply delicious!

Lambert Bridge, Dry Creek, Sonoma

Full of black fruits & both savory & sweet spices. This classic zinfandel is filled w/ hints of plum, cranberry, & black raspberry. Juicy, supple & full in the mouth, this wine finishes tones of nutmeg & cinnamon.