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Recent Featured Wines
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2005 Opus One
Extremely limited supply!
Frequent spring rains through the month of May led to a year of cool temperatures and slow ripening, with an extended harvest that ended on November 2nd. Bright ruby. Rather wild, claret-like aromas of currant, black raspberry, leather, dark chocolate, spices and tobacco. Then velvety in texture but also juicy and firmly structured, with mouthcoating flavors of dark berries, bitter cherry, minerals, cola and bitter chocolate. This elegantly styled wine really coats the mouth without coming off as overly sweet. Finishes with noteworthy spine and length. With extended aeration, this grew sweeter and creamier, with the black raspberry fruit taking over. Best from 2010 through 2016.
Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar Review Rated 92
Wine Spectator Review Rated 90

2006 La Posta del Viñatero Malbec Pizzella Vineyard (Argentina)
Paula and Pablo Pizzella are relative newcomers to Mendoza Province, but their early success growing cool-climate Malbec grapes is quickly drawing attention.

Don't be concerned if you find yourself inhaling deeply from your glass, over and over... it is just your nose's way of telling you that it wants more!

This is a medium-bodied and well-structured wine that is incredibly full of life and a perfect wine to be enjoyed with good food and friends. It goes well with everything from hamburgers and chicken to pizza and mild cheeses.

A beautiful red/purple color, it features aromas of red cherries, red raspberries, dark chocolate and baker's spice. On the palate, it has fresh, vibrant red berry flavor along with hints of sandalwood, spice, and violets in the finish. It is an awesome value as well and a wine that you would not want to miss, especially if you favor Malbecs.

Snapshot
Country: Argentina
Variety: Malbec
Appellation: Altamira, La Consulta, San Carlos (Mendoza)
Total Case Production: 1200 cases

Peachy Canyon Incredible Red Zinfandel
Peachy Canyon Winery is a premium Paso Robles California winemaker that consistently produces some of California's best premium wines.

The Consumer Reports #10 on its list of "Great Wines at a Great Price," the Peachy Canyon Incredible Red Zinfandel is is a crowd-pleaser that would be perfect for an outdoor party or picnic. The aroma is almost pure berries and the flavor is a tart cherry with notes of blackberry, some oak and mild acidity in the finish. It’s medium bodied, and not really a big or complex Zin. But its fruit-forward nature appeals to a wider audience, making it a great selection for any occasion.

Snapshot
State: California
Appellation: Paso Robles
Variety: Zinfandel

Chateau de Sancerre, Sancerre
This is the only wine that can be sold under the name Chateau de Sancerre, the 10th century mansion built next to the hilltop town overlooking the Loire River in the province of Sancerre.

The area was once known for the production of the Pinot Noir grape until the 20th century, when the Sancerre area was devastated by phylloxera. The vineyards were later replanted in Sauvignon Blanc and in 1936, the Sancerre white was given AOC status, or a controlled label of origin.

This classic Sancerre is completely stainless steel fermented and kept on lees in order to preserve its freshness. The vineyard is south facing and includes clay, limestone and flint. The 2005 vintage is a little bit softer than 2004, according to the experts. But the wine has a great pale gold brilliant color and nice fluid texture. On the nose, it is intense with notes of fresh flowers, peach and melon. At the palate, it is sharp, vibrant, clean and fresh. The finish is long and reminiscent of oranges.

A prefect compliment to shellfish, white fish and other light summer fare. Best enjoyed… Right away!

More Featured Wines
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The below is just a sampling of some of our wines, and is not meant to be comprehensive. See the inventory listing for a complete list.

Red Wines

Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon has a well defined aroma. In Old World wines, particularly those made in Bordeaux, this is characterised by a smell of violets, blackcurrant, cedar and spice. New World wines of this grape can often share the aromas of their Old World counterparts, but are more often dominated by aromas of chocolate, ripe jammy berries, oak, pepper and earth. In Australia, there is often a strong note of eucalyptus.

Kiona Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
Kiona is an internationally known vineyard in the upper Yakima Valley of Washington State. Blended from select vineyards, this Washington State Cabernet is made of entirely free-run juice. The wine is taken through a complete malo-lactic fermentation process to further improve the complexity and richness. It is then aged in French and American Oak for approximately 18 months.

Deep colored with moderate to high bull well-integrated tannins, it will stand cellaring for additional years. However, the Bordeaux style blending with a bit of Merlot and Cabernet Franc will make an ideal wine now for any occasion.
State: Washington
Appelation: Yakima Valley
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Rating: 89 points Wine Spectator

Steltzner 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon
You will not find a rating on any of the Steltzner wines. The winery, located on a small parcel of land in the heart of the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley, California, doesn’t submit its wines for review by Wine Spectator. But everyone would still agree that Steltzner makes some of Napa Valley’s most distinctive Cabernets and Merlots. The 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon is no exception. The wine is a brilliant deep red color with sweet and smoky aromas of black cherry, cassis, unsweetened chocolate and vanilla and hints of cedar. The silky, expansive palate evokes a medley of ripe blueberry, blackberry and cherry flavors, woven with notes of smoke and tobacco. Supple tannins highlight a long, full finish, accented by a range of dried currant, white pepper, vanilla and cream. This wine can be enjoyed now or will reward cellaring for 2 to 3 years.
State: California
Winery: Steltzner
Vintage: 2003
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation: Stag’s Leap District

Sterling 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon
The grapes for this Cabernet Sauvignon come primarily from selected vineyards in the Napa Valley. The individual lots for this wine were fermented separately in temperature-controlled stainless steel with three pump-overs daily. After being blended, the wine was aged for another 12 months in toasted French and American oak barrels. Dark ruby in color, the 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon opens to spicy notes of raspberry and black cherry with hints of cedar and toasty oak. Flavors of briar, blackberries, raspberries, hints of roasted coffee and an earthy, savory spiciness coat the palate, and lead to a long, elegant finish. The mouth-filling tannins make this wine a perfect accompaniment to barbecued steaks and lamb chops, as well as richer pasta dishes and ripe cheeses. “An exceptional value in Napa Valley Cabernet. Drink now through 2008,” recommends James Laube of Wine Spectator, who gives it an 88 pt. rating.
State: California
Winery: Sterling
Vintage: 2003
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation: Napa Valley
Rating: 88 pts. Wine Spectator

Marquis Philips Cabernet Sauvignon
Marquis Philips began as a collaboration aimed at controlling the entire wine-making process from concept to vineyard and price. The wines are dark, ripe, sweet and loud, or bursting with flavor. The 2005 cabernet received a 90 rating from Robert Paker, a professional wine taster, and it serves as a perfect example of a full bodied, or concentrated, wine with strong hints of fruit (primarily blackberry) and cedar.
Country: Australia
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Year: 2005
Alcohol content: 14.9%
Serve with: Steak and other heavy foods

Chateau St. Jean Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County Cinq Cépages 2001
California - 92 Wine Spectator
"Beautifully crafted, dark, rich and layered, with blackberry, cherry, plum and wild berry fruit that zooms across the palate, holding a tight focus and finishing with a long, complex aftertaste. The tannins firm up nicely on the finish. Drink now through 2011."
A great wine from on of the best vineyards in Sonoma.

Paringa Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2003
Australia - 88 Wine Spectator
"Ripe in flavor, rich in texture, with minty blackberry and currant mixing with sweet, spicy oak on the lengthy finish."
It's rare to find this quality Cabernet for this price. Perfect wine to serve with a steak — but inexpensive enough to have with burgers.

Viña Peñalolén Cabernet Sauvignon Maipo Valley 2002
Chile - 89 Wine Spectator
"Alluring notes of mint, sage and roasted vanilla and coffee beans run through the stylish black cherry and currant fruit here, with the fruit gaining in intensity through the loamy yet supple finish. 2,000 cases made."
Low yields and hand-harvesting indicate the care given to this wine.

Merlot
Merlot is a red wine grape that is used as both a blending grape and for varietal wines. Merlot-based wines usually have medium body with hints of berry, plum, and currant.

Windmill Estates Merlot
Hints of wild blackberries and ripe red cherries with notes of cassis and plum lead to a mouth full feel that merge into a perfectly balanced, well-structured finish. This is a perfect wine to enjoy with a hearty pasta or just fruit and cheese.
Varietal: Merlot
Region: Lodi
State/Country: California
Size: 750
Winery: Windmill Estates
Year: 2005

Ferrari Carano 2004 Merlot
Select lots of grapes were chosen from Ferrari Carano's vineyards in Alexander, Dry Creek, Russian River and Napa/Carneros to create this beautifully balanced and full-bodied 2004 Merlot. A multidimensional, velvety wine with a dark ruby color and complex nose of ripe cherry, blackberry, and exotic notes of licorice and cedar, this year’s Merlot is accented by intricately woven flavors of boysenberry, currant fruit and dark chocolate, with caramel lingering on the silky finish. Given proper cellaring, this wine will continue to provide drinking enjoyment to 2013.

The easy drinking qualities of this Merlot make it a great wine to match with many food dishes. It goes extremely well with any red meat course, game, or Italian entrees. Sheep's milk cheeses also pair well with this wine.
Blend: 93% Merlot, 4% Malbec, 3% Petit Verdot
Appellation: Sonoma County
State: California
Winery: Ferrari Carano
Year: 2004

Barnard Griffin 2004 Merlot
Barnard Griffin's Tulip Label wine, is one of Washington's most easily recognized wines. The Tulip Label was introduced in 1983 and is now distributed throughout the U.S. This wine is a blend of several of the best Columbia Valley Appellation vineyards. After having won the gold medal in the 2007 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, the 2004 Merlot went on to receive an 89 pt. rating from Wine Spectator. This 2004 Merlot is a deeply colored and generous wine with aromas of black currant and blueberry along with moderate tannins and a good acid backbone. There is also a healthy dose of deep oak that helps layer the flavor in the bottle.
Winery: Bernard Griffin
Vintage: 2004
Varietal: Merlot
Appellation: Columbia Valley
Rating: 89 pts. Wine Spectator

Columbia Crest Merlot Columbia Valley Grand Estates 2003
Washington - 90 Wine Spectator
"Supple, ripe and seductive, a plush wine with gorgeous plum, blackberry, currant and hints of exotic spice swirling through the round, generous finish. Drink now through 2010."

Pinot Noir
Pinot noir's tremendously broad range of bouquets, flavors, textures and impressions that pinot noir make it difficult to describe. In the broadest terms, the wine tends to be of light to medium body with an aroma reminiscent of raspberry, black cherry, violets, and truffles. The grape's color, compared to garnet, is often much lighter than that of other red wines.

Siduri 2004 Garys' Vinyard Pinot Noir
94 Wine Spectator
"Plush and concentrated, with pure Pinot delight built around gorgeous plum, wild berry, blackberry and huckleberry. Elegant and vibrant, finishing with ripe, fleshy fruit. Drink now through 2011."
Ranked number 60 in Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2006.

A to Z Pinot Noir
A to Z is a partnership of two winemaking families. Founded just three years ago, the label already has earned Food & Wine Magazine's award for best Pinot Noir under $20. The wine is blended from a variety of Oregon estates to have a broader consumer appeal. But the wine remains complex enough to satisfy even more discerning individuals. A very aromatic wine with evident "tannic," or earthy flavors, the A to Z pinot noir is a good example of a wine that was tailored to be combined with food.
State: Oregon
Variety: Pinot Noir
Year: 2005
Alcohol content: 13.5%

Shiraz
Wines made from Shiraz are often quite powerfully flavoured and full-bodied. The variety produces wines with a wide range of flavor notes, depending on the climate and soils where it is grown, as well as other viticultural practices chosen. Aroma characters can range from violets to berries, chocolate, espresso and black pepper. No one aroma can be called "typical" though blackberry and pepper are often noticed. With time in the bottle these "primary" notes are moderated and then supplemented with earthy or savory "tertiary" notes such as leather and truffle.

Kilikanoon The Lacky Shiraz 2005
Kilikanoon produces some of the world’s finest full-flavored, dry reds. In fact, Robert Parker describes Kilikanoon as “one of the most brilliantly run wineries in Australia” due to the talents of winemaker Kevin Mitchell.

The Lacky is made exclusively for the U.S. and it is tailored to emphasize the ripe, classic, South Australian Shiraz grape. The Lacky is aged in old oak and bottled with no fining or filtration. Deep, rich, full-bodied, and elegant, it reveals plenty of berry fruit, pepper, chocolate, and new saddle leather characteristics. Drink this spicy, earthy effort over the next 2-3 years.
Country: Australia
Variety: Shiraz
Rating: 90 points Robert Parker

Shingleback Shiraz
The wine is from the Davey family estate vineyard in the McLaren Vale Wine Region of South Australia, where the wines are made in the rich, ripe, fruit-forward style typical of the McLaren Vale. The 2003, award-winning Shingleback Shiraz is a full-bodied, supple wine with a core of ultra-ripe berry and spice. It received an 88 point rating from Wine Entusiast and has attracted the praise of numerous other wine lovers worldwide.
Country: Australia
Region: McLaren Vale
Appellation: McLaren Vale
Variety: Shiraz
Rating: 88 points Wine Enthusiast

3 Rings Shiraz Barossa Valley 2004
Australia - 91 Wine Spectator
"Dark, dense and spicy, with a pulsating core of plum, black cherry and loads of exotic spices, lingering on the generous, distinctly peppery, unsweetened-chocolate finish. This pedal-to-the-metal Shiraz needs time to soften. Best from 2009 through 2016."
100% Barossa blended from old vin vineyards.

2004 Marquis Philips Shiraz
South Eastern Australia - 90 Wine Advocate
"The 2004 Shiraz reveals blackberry, tar, pepper, and toasty oak characteristics in its spicy, rich, deep, voluptuous personality. It will drink well for 1-3 years."
Marquis was named “Winemaker of the Year” by Australia’s Wine State.

Tintara Shiraz McLaren Vale 2003
Australia - 90 Wine Spectator
"Plump, generous and beautifully supple, glowing with plum, blueberry and sweet spice aromas and flavors, with a touch of earth on the ever-so-slightly gamy finish. Spicy oak frames the long aftertaste. Best from 2007 through 2015."
100% McLaren Vale made with only the absolute best lots.

Kangarilla Road Shiraz McLaren Vale 2002
Australia - 90 Wine Spectator
"Goes for elegance over power, with delicious blueberry, plum, olive and black pepper flavors mingling effectively. Has fine tannins and refined texture to lift the flavors through a long finish. Drink now through 2012."
Aged 14 months in new French oak.

Zinfandel
Commonly referred to as "Zin", Zinfandel is popular in California for its intense fruitiness and lush texture. Typically, Zinfandel tastes of white pepper with bramble and fresh or fermented red berries.

7 Deadly Zins
“Oh Lord, forgive me my zin.” Seven of Lodi's best growers allegedly gave their souls along with the first fruits of their oldest vine vineyards to this fanciful blend by Michael David vineyards. Soft and supple, this peppery wine with hints of clove eventually turns into a sinful marriage of blackberries and cherries. The finish is clean with hints of vanilla, cocoa, and mild tannins. At this price, it is sure to become one of your favorite wines.
Winery: Michael David
Vintage: 2005
Varietal: Zinfandel
Appellation: Lodi
Rating: Not Yet Rated

White Wines

Chardonnay
Aromas of butter, melon, apple, pineapple, vanilla.

Gruet Winery Chardonnay
This is a young wine with a good structure that will deliver unbelievable freshness. The Chardonnay is light golden straw in color and lightly oak so that the fruit can shine through. It opens with peach and apples aromas and strikes a fascinating balance between fruity and mineral flavors.
Varietal: Chardonnay
Region: Engle
State/Country: New Mexico
Size: 750
Winery: Gruet
Year: 2005

Wishing Tree 2006 Unoaked Chardonnay
Wishing Tree is a Western Australian winery, which makes wines of exceptional value. This unoaked Chardonnay is a refreshing wine with peach, apricot, apple blossom, and stonefruit flavors. The flavor is further enhanced by a citrus tang and mineral notes of subtle dry spices. An 88 rated wine by Robert Parker, “It should be remarkably flexible with an assortment of food," according to the expert reviewer.
Winery: Wishing Tree
Vintage: 2006
Varietal: Chardonnay
Appellation: Western Australia
Rating: 88 pts. Robert Parker

Mud House Unwooded Chardonnay
Mud House is relatively new New Zealand winery that is experimenting with new wine making techniques. This is the first year Mud House has released an un-wooded style of Chardonnay. The result is a fresh wine oozing with peaches and cream, stone fruit and a hint of spice. As a result, this wine can be enjoyed with or without food. It also won a Silver Medal at the 2005 New Zealand wine show and it is sure to bring home a few more accolades as time goes by.
Country: New Zealand
Region: Marlborough
Variety: Chardonnay
Year: 2002
Alcohol content: 12.5%

Chateau Ste. Michelle Chardonnay Columbia Valley Indian Wells 2004
Washington - 90 Wine Spectator
"Comfortable balance between tangy flavors of apple and star fruit against a lithe texture and mere hints of spicy oak that flit around the edges. The finish persists, pulling everything together nicely and letting it echo. Drink now through 2008."
From vineyards throughout Washington state’s Wahluke Slope.

Greg Norman Estates Chardonnay Victoria 2003
Australia - 89 Wine Spectator
"Distinctive for its tangy lime and grapefruit notes, fleshed out with touches of pear and white pepper as the flavors linger generously. Drink now through 2010."
Year in and year out the champion golfer Greg Norman now makes champion wines. Always one of the best values around.

Muscat
One of the few wines that actually tastes like its grape, muscat is a broad-ranging dessert wine. Frequent descriptors for muscat include honey, grapes, lime, and raisens.

Bonny Doon Muscat Vin de Glacier
"Muscat Vin de Glaciere, literally "wine of the icebox" is an exceptionally concentrated, wildly aromatic dessert-style wine made from post-harvest frozen grapes from la famille muscat."
Racy and exaggerated notes of apricot, elderflower and pineapple.

Pinot Blanc
In Alsace, Germany, Italy and Hungary, the wine produced from this grape is a full-bodied dry white wine, while in Germany and Austria they can be either dry or sweet. In France the grape is often blended with Klevner and Auxerrois grapes to give it a more alsacian flavor.

Alois Lageder Pinot Bianco
Despite the growing popularity of Pinot Grigio, Pinot Bianco remains the most widely planted white grape in the Alto Adige region and Lageder is one of the area's best producers. This wine comes from Lageder's single-varietal range and offers a very rich, tropical fruit character with a value that's hard to beat.
Varietal: Pinot Bianco
Region: Alto Adige
State/Country: Italy
Size: 750
Winery: Alois Lageder
Year: 2006

Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon blanc is a crisp, dry, and refreshing white wine with strong aromas of gooseberry, lime, cut grass, asparagus, bell pepper, and... ahem, "tomcat."

Matua Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Paretai Estate Series 2005
New Zealand - 93 Wine Spectator
"Juicy, mouthwatering, vibrant with lemon, quince and mineral aromas and flavors, persisting impressively on the long, expressive finish. Drink now. 4,000 cases imported."
Silver medal winner at the New Zealand International Wine Show.

Sparkling
Sparkling wine contains significant levels of carbon dioxide, resulting from natural fermentation either in a bottle as with the méthode champenoise, or in a large tank designed to withstand the pressures involved, as in the charmat process.

1999 Louis Roederer Cristal Brut
France - 95 Wine Enthusiast
"A powerful Cristal, which has all the richness of the 1999 vintage. The aromas of white flowers and cocoa lead to a palate that is rich, intense, concentrated, but restrained. It is already drinkable, but should mature well."

Roederer Estate Anderson Valley Brut Rose NV
California - 89 Wine Enthusiast
"It's complex and inviting, with bread dough, raspberry and vanilla, and a touch of smoky honey. The flavors are similar, with white peaches making an appearance. Medium-weight with a slightly creamy mouthful, it closes with creamy-toast flavors on the long finish. This sparkling wine will have wide appeal: It's big, open and enjoyable."
From Anderson Valley in Mendocino County, one of California's best kept secrets for great wine.

Roederer Estate L'Ermitage Anderson Valley 1999
California - 94 Wine Enthusiast
"Extraordinarily fine for its smoothness and finesse, and the way the wine glides over the palate with a yeasty creaminess that turns smoky and spicy on the finish. The dosage stands out, yet this bubbly is also very acidic now. It should age well for at least 10 years."
From the same people that brought us Cristal—but at a much nicer price. This is their top California sparkling wine.

Riesling
Riesling wines from Germany cover a vast array of tastes from sweet to off-dry halbtrocken to dry trocken. Late harvest Rieslings can ripen to become very sweet dessert wines of the beerenauslese (BA) and trockenbeerenauslese (TBA) class. Rieslings from Alsace are thick bodied wines that coat the palate and tend to be mostly very dry with a cleansing acidity. Riesling from the Pacific Northwest ranges from dry to sweet, and has a crisp lightness, often with an easily detectable peach and mineral complex.

Chateau Ste. Michelle Dr. Loosen Riesling Columbia Valley Eroica 2005
Washington - 90 Wine Spectator
"Tangy style has real finesse, off-dry but balanced with citrusy tartness that shows up the lemon and white grapefruit flavors, finishing with hints of peach and white pepper. Drink now through 2010."
Only 25,000 cases ever made — Very rare!

St. Urbans-Hoff Riesling Kabinett Okfener Bockstein 2005
Germany
An absolutely brilliant wine at an astonishing price. World class German Riesling is almost never available at this price point, but this wine fits the bill. Juicy, crisp, delicate, a little sweet, and racy, this is the perfect holiday food wine, or just to have by the glass after work. The little brother to this wine made the Wine Spectator list of top 100 wines of the world last year (this years hasn't been rated yet), and this is the more expensive and finer version- which we are selling for the same price! Even better than last year, this wine is a real treat.

Regional Wines

Argentina

Bodegas Nieto Senetiner Don Nicanor Mendoza 2002
Argentina - 89 Wine Spectator
"A solid, modern style, with dark currant and blackberry fruit riding along cocoa, toast and cedar notes. Ample structure runs through the chocolaty finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Merlot. 2,000 cases made."
Bodegas Nieto Senetiner is in Mendoza, the country's best wine region.

California

Orin Swift The Prisoner Napa Valley 2003
California - 92 Wine Spectator
"Dark, immense and packed with zesty wild berry, spice, floral and currant flavors that are sharply focused and well-defined. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Charbono and Petite Sirah. Drink now through 2009."
Consistently ranked among the top 100 wines in the world.

Chile

Veramonte Primus 2003
Chile's Veramonte is one of many gems created by Agustin Huneeus, who also founded Concha y Toro, and California's Franciscan Oakville Estate, Mount Veeder, Estancia and Quintessa.

The Primus is Veramonte’s limited production wine. It is designed to showcase the rare Carmenère variety; a grape that was once prevalent in Bordeaux, France, when Chile first began importing French vines. This 'super-premium' blend uses Carmenere as the base. As a result, the finished wine has a concentrated blackberry and cherry flavor mingled with the spicy oak. The nose is blueberries, spice and vanilla. The finish is long and satisfying, making it a great food wine at a terrific price.
Country: Chile
Appelation: Casablanca
Variety: Equal blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenere
Rating: 89 points Wine Spectator

Concha y Toro Cabernet Sauvignon Puente Alto Don Melchor 2002
Chile - 92 Wine Spectator
"Ripe and focused, with a pure beam of black currant and plum fruit, layered with cocoa, mineral, loam, tobacco and toast. Ripe, smoky finish, with impressive structure for the vintage. Drink now through 2010."
One of the best Chilean wines from 2002.

Veramonte Primus Casablanca Valley 2003
Chile - 89 Wine Spectator
"Ripe and smoky, with dark plum, tobacco and cocoa notes followed by plenty of bacony toast on the finish. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenère. Drink now through 2007."
Matches well with steak, lamb and barbecue.

France

Chateau Haut-La Pereyre 2003 Bordeaux
All too often, many of us looking for affordable red wine rule out Bordeaux. We seem to identify this region with labels like Lafite Rothschild, Margaux, or Haut Brion that go for hundreds of dollars a bottle. But there are lots of affordable red Bordeauxs, and Chateau Haut-La Pereyre is a great example.

Ruby in color, this wine has good legs and a pretty, sweet nose of burnt sugar and cassis. Light to medium bodied and dry, it has supple tannins and tart, red-cherry flavors which linger. It’s nicely structured with good acidity. It finishes nicely, with flavors that are consistent with the initial burnt sugar and cassis. A simple, classic Bordeaux.
Varietal: Bordeaux
Region: France
State/Country: France
Size: 750
Winery: Chateau Haut-La Pereyre
Year: 2003

Domaine de la Fruitiere 2005 Muscadet Cuvee Petit M
Located in the western Loire Valley, Domaine de la Fruitiere's hilltop vineyard is described as "25-50 year-old vines planted in soil rich with granite, mica, and schist." The composition is 100% melon de Bourgogne. Melon, lemongrass and green apple aromas lead into a tart minerally palate and nice mouthful crisp finish. An extraordinary palate cleanser or compliment for seafood. "True gold," according to Josh Raynolds of Stephen Tanzer's International.
Winery: Domaine de la Fruitiere
Style: White Wine
Varietal: other white varietal
Region: Loire
Year: 2005
Rating: 88 pts. Stephen Tanzer's International

M. Chapoutier Cotes du Rhone Belleruche 2004
France - 89 Wine Spectator
"Nice pebbly, minerally undertow in this red, with blackberry and red currant fruit followed by tar and floral notes. Well-structured finish. Drink now through 2007."
M. Chapoutier is known for their high-end Cote du Rhones. This is their beautiful entry level wine.

Louis Bernard Côtes du Rhône 2003
France - 88 Wine Spectator
"Solid plum and briar flavors, with blackberry, chocolate and bacony toast as well. Fruit gives another juicy appearance on the finish. Very solid."
Matches well with stews and spicy entrees.

Italy

Castello di Monastero Toscana Infinito 2000
Italy - 90 Wine Spectator
"Very ripe red, with lots of plum and strawberry jam character. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, rich finish. Best wine ever from here. Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon. Best after 2005. 2,500 cases made."
A sensational “Super Tuscan” with the balance and focus to last.

Portugal

Cockburn Tawny Port 20 Year Old
Portugal - 94 Wine Spectator
"Wonderful aromas of butterscotch, toffee and honey, with just a hint of fruit. Full-bodied, with very sweet fruit and a long caramel and nutty finish. Textbook. Cockburn is the business in old tawnies right now. Drink now."
Blend of mature wines refreshed by the addition of younger 20-year-old wines.

Warre Tawny Port 10 Year Old Otima
Portugal - 90 Wine Spectator
"A ripe and rich tawny. Loads of caramel, honey and dried fruits, with just a hint of Douro bake, or iodine character. Full-bodied, sweet and very toffeelike on the palate. Long finish. Dying for nuts and Stilton. Drink now."
Goes great with Gorgonzola and Blue cheeses.

Quinta de Roriz Douro Prazo 2004
Portugal - 90 Wine Spectator
"Beautiful aroma of crushed red fruits with loads of ripe plum, cassis and smoke flavors. Well-balanced, with plenty of structure as well. Long finish of white pepper and mineral. Drink now through 2010. 1,000 cases made."
The Douro Valley is the current and historical home of the world’s finest ports.

Ramos-Pinto 1998 Ruby Port
The Ramos-Pinto Ruby has a much denser, redder color than the Tawny. An abundance of cherry, blackberry, plum, and raspberry aromas greet the nose. On the palate it is fresh, vibrant and fruity. The attack is much more voluminous than the Tawny's, due to its youthfulness. The finish is persistent and aromatic, with lingering rich fruit flavors.

Spain

Altos De La Hoya Monastrell 2005
A Robert Parker “fabulous value” wine selection, this Monastrell is a blend of 92% Monastrell and 8% Garnacha grapes from Jumilla, Spain. Records show that the Monastrell grape was used in that region as early as the 15th century. Fat and lush, this wine has deep, sweet blackcurrant and blackberry flavors with no rough edges. It “finishes dense, fresh and long, with a repeating blackberry note. This has the concentration and sappy texture of a much more expensive wine,” according to Parker, who gives it a 90 point rating.
Country: Spain
Region: Jumilla
Appellation Jumilla
Varieties: 92% Monastrell, 8% Grenache
Rating: 90 points Robert Parker

Álvaro Palacios Priorat Les Terrasses 2003
Spain - 92 Wine Spectator
"Dense, rich and smooth, this polished red offers ripe blackberry, roasted plum, dark chocolate, licorice and tobacco flavors over ripe tannins. So plush and harmonious it's easy to overlook the complexity and concentration. Drink now through 2012. 2,500 cases imported."
The great taste of Priorat at an affordable price.

Bodegas Montecillo Rioja Gran Reserva 1996
Spain - 90 Wine Spectator
"Ripe and generous. This full-bodied red is plump with black plum and briary flavors, accented by vanilla and tobacco. Maturing now, but still fresh on the palate."
Mature wine that still has sufficient structure to match well with food.

Emilio Lustau Jerez East India Solera
Spain - 90 Wine Spectator
"Rich and concentrated with coffee and caramel flavors in a balanced presentation. Picks up a grilled nut accent on the finish. Solid and complex, but not cloying. Drink now."
A real tribute to the Portuguese sailors who drank the sherry on the voyage to India.

Inventory Listing
Following is a listing of our wine holdings as of May 22, 2009. Availability is subject to change. Below, items indicated in bold were available at inventory. Non-bold items were not available at that moment, and may or may not be re-stocked. Please call or stop by the store for current details.