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CALIFORNIA
Carneros
Buena
Vista
2004
Pinot Noir; $23
13.5/20
— Aromas of red cherry, nutmeg and morel mushroom
with a rich palate full of tannins.
Buena
Vista
2004
Chardonnay; $19
No Rating
— A combination of lemon drop, green apple, orange
blossom, clove and hazelnut.
Central
Coast
Clos
LaChance
2005
Pink-Throated Brilliant Rosé; $14
12/20
— A dry, European-style Rosé with a palate
of raspberry and maraschino cherry flavors.
Clos
LaChance
2005
Glittering-Throated Emerald Chardonnay; $15
No Rating
— An unoaked Chardonnay with tropical fruit flavors
of pineapple and banana.
Clos
LaChance
2005
Estate Sauvignon Blanc; $16
No Rating
— Notes of grapefruits and figs with undertones
of dry straw and grass.
Clos
LaChance
2005
Estate Viognier; $19
No Rating
— Hints of ripe tangerine and sweet white peach
fruit with a soft green apple finish.
Château
De Deighton
2003
Pink Nun Rosé; $10
13/20
— Underlying fruit flavors pair well with Japanese
cuisine.
Château
De Deighton
2004
Cuvée Blanc; $10
12/20
— Dry white Bordeaux blend with a hint of sweetness.
Château
De Deighton
2004
Cuvée Noir; $15
13.5/20
— Combination of Petit Verdot and Petite Sirah
complements meat and chocolate desserts.
Wild
Horse
2004
Chardonnay; $20
13/20
— Flavors of pineapple, white lillies, nectarine,
sweet oak and crème brulée.
Wild
Horse
2004
Pinot Noir; $25
13/20
— Several years in the cellar will enhance dried
cherry, vanilla, cinnamon and earth flavors.
Lodi
Cosentino
2005
Pinot Grigio; $18
13.5/20
— Stainless steel fermented and barrel aged for
4 months.
Napa
Trefethen
2004
Chardonnay; $30
15/20
— Aromas of toasted almonds, honey, ripe peach
and pear give way to lemon drop and pineapple flavors.
Trefethen
2005
Dry Riesling; $18
14.5/20
— Exotic nose of apple blossom, tropical fruit
and lime zest.
Trefethen
2002
Cabernet Sauvignon; $42
14.5/20
— Jammy plums, blackberries and violets.
Trefethen
2002
Merlot; $30
14.5/20
— Black plums, Bing cherry and blackberry harmonize
with toasted oak and smooth tannins.
Trefethen
2001
Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon; $75
No Rating
— Layers of flavor will continue to evolve with
time in the glass.
Fantesca
2002
Cabernet Sauvignon; $60
No Rating
— Aging in French oak for 24 months lends notes
of spice and berries.
William
Hill Estate
2004
Chardonnay; $21
No Rating
— Fruit flavors accompanied by touches of minerality
and creaminess.
William
Hill Estate
2004
Chardonnay Reserve; $27
14/20
— Aromas of tangerine, ripe pear and tropical
fruit complemented by smoky oak.
Northern
California
Cosentino Winery
2004
Sangiovese; $18
14.5/20
— A Tuscan blend from the Napa Valley and Lodi
appellations.
Paso
Robles
Château
De Deighton
2003
Cuvée Rouge; $15
No Rating
— Blend of Mouvèdre and Grenache suits
lighter meats such as pork and lamb.
Château
De Deighton
2004
Purple Haze Zinfandel; $15
11.5/20
— Blackberry fruit with pepper and smoke flavors.
Eberle
2005
Syrah Rosé; $16
13.5/20
— Flavors of strawberries with a finish of roasted
nuts and spice.
Eberle
2003
Estate Cabernet Sauvignon; $29
14/20
— Black currant, hints of cherry and a finish
of sweet mocha.
Eberle
2003
Cabernet Sauvignon Vineyard Selection; $17
13.5/20
— Dark berries with hints of vanilla oak complement
lamb shanks with rosemary or a rich blue cheese.
Eberle
2005
Estate Chardonnay; $18
13.5/20
— Citrus aromas and flavors of pineapple, pear
and green apple.
Eberle
2004
Barbera; $20
14/20
— Complements Italian cooking such as lasagna
with tomato meat sauce. A long, lavish finish displays toasty
oak and hints of spice.
Eberle
2005
Estate Muscat Canelli; $14
13/20
— Crisp, semi-sweet wine with tropical fruit flavors.
Eberle
2004
Sangiovese; $18
14/20
— A nose of ripe cherry and cola with flavors
of raspberry and anise.
Eberle
2004
Zinfandel Remo Belli Vineyard; $22
14.5/20
— Jammy plums and black cherries with a finish
of spice and toasty oak.
Eberle
2004
Zinfandel Steinbeck Vineyard; $18
14/20
— Savory cherries and plums with a peppery finish
pair well with barbecued meats.
Eberle
2005
Mill Road Viognier; $20
14/20
— Flavors of melon, peach and candied ginger culminate
in a dry finish.
Eberle
2001
Reserve Estate Cabernet Sauvignon; $65
13/20
— Hearty steaks and rich sauces highlight the
dark fruit while softening the young tannins.
Eberle
2005
Roussanne; $22
13.5/20
— Aromas of pear, honey and herbal tea with tropical
fruit flavors.
Tablas
Creek Vineyard
2005
Rosé ; $27
No Rating
— Rich, ripe and full of aromatics of sage and
juniper, as well as white plum and watermelon.
Wild
Horse
2003
Cabernet Sauvignon; $20
13.5/20
— Malbec was added to enhance depth and spice,
while Merlot was added to liven the bright fruit.
Santa
Cruz Mountains
Clos
LaChance
2004
Chardonnay; $18
No Rating
— Flavors of pears and peaches along with touches
of hazelnut, cinnamon and graham spices.
Santa
Ynez Valley
Zaca
Mesa
2004
Roussanne; $25
12.5/20
— Lingering notes of apricots, figs and honey
with just a touch of minerality.
Zaca
Mesa
2005
Z Gris; $15
13.5/20
— Bright rosé made from Grenache and Cinsaut
with flavors of strawberry, melon, tangerine and guava.
Zaca
Mesa
2003
Z Cuvée; $18
13.5/20
— Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah grapes
lend blueberry, raspberry and blackberry notes.
Zaca
Mesa
2005
Viognier; $17
13.5/20
— Dry white wine with a palate of ripe peach,
melon and lychee.
Solano
County
Cosentino
2005
Pinot Grigio; $18
13.5/20
— Stainless steel fermented and barrel aged for
4 months.
Mendoza
Chumeia
2005
silver Nectar; $10
13/20
— The addition of Torrontes grapes lends fruit
and spice characteristics.
Côte
du Rhône
Perrin
& Fils
2003
Côte du Rhône Réserve; $9
13/20
— Nose of caramel and spices mingle with red berry
fruit.
Côte
du Rhône Villages
Louis
Bernard
2003
Côte du Rhône Villages; $9
12.5/20
— Blend of Granache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and
Cinsault grapes yields a palate of fruit and garrigue notes.
Saint-Joseph
J.L.
Chave
2003
Saint-Joseph Offerus; $25
14/20
— Nose of pepper followed by lavender, exotic
spice and mineral notes.
Crozes-Hermitage
M.
Chapoutier
2001
Crozes-Hermitage Les Meysonniers; $26
13/20
— Flavors of stewed fruits with a hint of vanilla.
Stellenbosch
Sauvignon
Republic Cellars
2005
Sauvignon Blanc; $18
13.5/20
— Tropical aromas and green nuances complement
chile-spice flavors.
Rioja
Montecillo
1998
Gran Reserva; $26
14/20
— Notes of licorice over a base of red and dark
fruit.
Montecillo
2000
Reserva; $19
13.5/20
— Fruit flavors and a framework of oak pair well
with grilled or barbecued red meat.
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