Wines

Bottle…21 (24)* (26)**   Glass... 6 (7)*  * when noted

Red  

Sedara – Italy – Donnafugata 2009
Dark violet-red. Spicy raspberry, cassis, plum and floral aromas display very good vibrancy and precision. In the mouth, firmer red cherry and redcurrant flavors are subtly accented by dried herbs and baking spices, a vibrant, fragrant Sicilian wine with lively acidity enhancing a bright, juicy mouth feel. Ratings: Wine Spectator 89

Syrah – California – Edna Valley 2009
This syrah contains jammy blackberry cobbler, vanilla and baking spice notes up front backed by nuances of white pepper and white chocolate. A full, heavy mouth and a very long, tannic finish.

Malbec – France – Chateau Lagrezette 2009
From 15 year-old-vines, this is a smooth, stylish wine, with plush black fruits and rich tannins. Fruit forward, medium-bodied and well-structured.  Pairs well with grilled meats, sausages, and pasta with red sauce.  Ratings: Top 100 Wine Spectator

Pinot  Noir – California – Santa Barbara  2009 */**
Pinot Noir opens with bright aromas of fresh berries and sweet oak spice, which lead to an explosion of ripe cherry, strawberry and high-tone raspberry on the palate. This food-friendly wine has a mouth-watering texture, fine tannins, and is well balanced with a lively finish.

Merlot – South Africa – Fleur Du Cap 2009
This dark ruby wine has a slight purple rim with cherry and ripe plum flavors, spiced with vanilla on the nose. On palate this medium to full-bodied wine shows ripe plum and berry flavors with a long persistent aftertaste

Limited Availability: Montepulciano and Shiraz

White
Moscato - Italy – Gabbiano  2010
One of the hottest wines of 2012 is this 2010 Gabbiano Moscato. It is straw-yellow with a wonderful effervescence. The nose exhibits complex floral notes with orange blossom, sage and musk being immediately apparent. The aromatics carry to the palate with delicious persistence. An excellent wine to be enjoyed on every occasion.

Frascati – Italy – Fonatana Candida  2010
Created 2000 years ago this quintessential Roman-Central Italian grape is a dry, clean, light and refreshing white wine.  Grown to this day by the majority of the locals in central Italy (including my nonno) this white is delightful and will quench your palate with flavors of a zesty citrus and a herbal backbone.

 Pinot Grigio – Italy – San Angelo 2009 *
Tuscany’s only pinot grigio.  Pinot Grigio was long considered a varietal that could only flourish in northern Italy.  This Pinot Grigio  however is indicating that the gentle climate of Tuscany may be even more ideal for Pinot Grigio production. This Pinot Grigio is an elegant wine of pale-straw color, with an intense, fruity aroma, followed by a clean, rich, refreshing taste. It pairs well with light fare, seafood and simple veal and poultry dishes.

Pinot Blanc- France – Les Princes Abbes 2008 *
This classic from the Alsace region of France has a lemon yellow with light green reflections of good intensity, The wine shows youth.The nose is frank, pleasant with a beautiful intensity. A dominant of fruity fragrances, citrus fruits, lemon and shows delicate, very complex smoky, floral notes. The nose is slightly restrained but shows freshness. The structure is fresh and light.

Limited Availability: Sauvignon Blanc, Cortese Di Gavi

Beer
Coors Light—USA—Lager  3
Blue Moon – USA/Canada – White Ale 4
Bernard – Czech Republic – Lager 5
Spaten – Germany – Lager 5
Palm – Belgium – Amber 5
Stiegl – Austria – Lager 5