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NEW WHITES Saladini Pilastri 2015 Falerio @ $9.99 From the Marche region on the east coast of Italy, a white made from the ancient trio of Trebbiano, Passerina, and Pecorino, with gentle chamomile and acacia flavors, apple-like acidity, and surprising body San Simone 2015 Friulano @ $10.99 Fresh and elegant, very floral, soft on the palate with a good acid vein to balance Forstreiter 2015 Gruner Veltliner Kremser Kogl @ $11.99 A clean-cut Gruner with citrus and pear notes, juicy concentration, and a lip-smacking finish Pinceszet 2015 Tricollis @ $11.99 A blend of Welschriesling, Riesling, Gewurztraminer and Pinot Blanc from Hungary, aromatic, dry and fresh Altos de Torona 2015 Albarino @ $13.99 A ripe, lively, structured Albarino with tropical hints of mango and passionfruit and a persistent aftertaste Feudo Montoni 2015 Grillo @ $14.99 A Sicilian white with orange and floral notes on the nose, long and quite rounded on the palate with a nice bitter note Ogier 2015 Cotes du Rhone Blanc @ $14.99 A blend of Grenache Blanc, Clairette and Bourboulenc, clean, with ripe nectarine, hints of candied lemon, and a savory aromatic finish Bisci 2015 Verdicchio @ $14.99 Aromas of green apples and white flowers, intense and warm on the palate with a slightly bitter finish McNab Ridge 2015 Chardonnay @ $14.99 From Mendocino County, a Chardonnay with apple and lemon aromas, hints of oak, lively acidity, and crisp notes of pear and hazelnuts Le Pupille 2015 Poggio Argentato @ $15.99 A blend of Gewurztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, and Petit Manseng from the Maremma region of Tuscany, a crisp, aromatic white with citrus, spice, and white fig on the palate followed by refreshingly crisp acidity Umani Ronchi 2015 Pecorino @ $15.99 100% Pecorino from the heart of Abruzzo, with clear mineral notes and intense aromas of flowers and fruits Matanzas Creek 2015 Sauvignon Blanc @ $16.99 A crisp textural mouthfeel with bright acidity, a smooth texture and lingering finish from the addition of a bit of Semillon Dveri-Pax 2014 Yanez @ $16.99 A blend of Furmint, Pinot Gris and Riesling from Slovenia, a white with fruit aromas of pear, green apple and citrus, with racy acidity that keeps the wine refreshing and exhilarating Carpini 2014 Timorasso @ $16.99 Made from a grape indigenous to Piedmont that was nearly extinct thirty years ago, with delicate aromas of ripe lemons and a creamy, chalky texture Margarett’s Vineyard 2014 Sauvignon Blanc @ $17.99 Made by winemaker Rich Parducci of McNab Ridge Winery, with elegant and fresh lemon peel and green tropical aromas that lead to crisp and lively flavors of fresh green apple, Asian pear and a hint of tangy grapefruit Greffiere 2015 St. Veran @ $17.99 A fresh, well-balanced white Burgundy, dry and rounded, with aromas of fresh almonds Rabichattes 2015 Pouilly-Fume @ $17.99 Produced by a firm traditionalist in the Loire Valley, a Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of gunflint and freshly cut grass, a fruity undercurrent of gooseberries culminating in a crisp balanced finish (new vintage) Gradis’ciutta 2015 Ribolla Gialla @ $18.99 Delicate aromas of citrus and apple and a vibrant polished palate with a mineral note (new vintage) Gradis’ciutta 2015 Friulano @ $18.99 Refined aromas of yellow stone fruit and hazelnut, with a lively palate and bright acidity Bonhomme 2014 Vire Clesse @ $18.99 Made from 80-year-old Chardonnay vines, an exotic, uniquely-styled white Burgundy from the Palthey brothers, two of the hottest young winegrowers in this part of the region Domaine Thomas 2015 St. Veran @ $19.99 A white Burgundy from 40-50-year-old vines done entirely in stainless steel, bursting with ripe and energetic green apple and citrus flavors with a long bright finish Baileyana 2014 Firepeak Chardonnay @ $19.99 From California’s Central Coast, a Chardonnay with bright flavors and aromas, great acid structure and minerality Moillard 2014 Bourgogne Hautes Cotes de Nuits @ $19.99 A fleshy, solidly built, well-balanced white Burgundy with floral notes that mingle with apple, lemon, and hazelnut Le “G” de Chateau Guiraud 2014 Bordeaux Blanc @ $20.99 A 70/30 blend of organically grown Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon from a top Sauternes producer, very definitely Bordeaux, offering richness and spice with layers of grapefruit and other citrus fruit Jelic 2011 Morava @ $22.99 Made from an indigenous Serbian grape called Morava, bright and fresh with an intensely herbal aroma with slight hints of dried flowers Mandeliere 2014 Chablis @ $29.99 A Chablis that leans toward ripeness and good concentration, with a wonderful concentration of ripe stone fruits and freshness Chanzy 2014 Mercurey Clos du Roy @ $32.99 A barrel-fermented white Burgundy with a spicy/floral bouquet, full, harmonious and elegant with fine fruit on the palate Dutton Goldfield 2014 Chardonnay @ $32.99 Crafted from six vineyards within the Dutton family’s holdings, smooth and supple, with a balance of acidity and light body
NEW REDS (new vintage) Trilogie 2015 Malbec @ $9.99 A bargain Malbec produced by Fabre Montmayou, bright, fresh and juicy and extremely food-friendly Lechuza 2015 Garnacha @ $9.99 Made from 90-year-old vines in the Carinena region of Spain, lush and charming, bursting with flavors of blueberry, blackberry, herbs, and smoked meat Aplanta 2015 Red @ $9.99 From Alentejo, in the south of Portugal, a blend of Aragonez and Alicante Bouschet, with lots of blueberry and red cherry fruit laced with hints of fresh tobacco and spice Cono Sur 2015 Pinot Noir Bicicleta @ $9.99 From Chile, a voluptuous Pinot Noir with rich fruit notes of cherry, raspberry, plum and strawberry, enhanced by subtle smoked hints Symington 2013 Douro Altano @ $10.99 A blend of Touriga Franca, Tinto Roriz, and Tinto Barroca, well-balanced, with a medium body, sweet tannins, and a smooth harmonious finish Las Ninas 2015 Carmenere @ $10.99 Intense aromas of berries and spices, soft and round, with pleasant tannins Feudi di San Gregorio 2014 Primitivo @ $11.99 From one of Campania’s most exciting and dynamic wineries, spicy on the nose, soft and smooth on the palate with an excellent balance of acidity and tannins Vinitrio 2015 Cabernet Franc @ $11.99 From the Languedoc, a Cab Franc with plenty of fruit, plus the hallmark aromatics, savory complexity and the all-important freshness that makes it such an enjoyable, easy drinking wine (new vintage) Burgo Viejo 2012 Rioja @ $12.99 Produced by sixteen families working together, a classic old-style Rioja that is smoky and sweet on the palate, with broad dark fruit flavors Agrina 2015 Portuguiser @ $13.99 From Serbia, a smooth red with moderate acidity and polished tannins Sauvaire 2012 Coteaux du Languedoc @ $13.99 An unoaked blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan from the south of France, with an expressive nose of dark red fruit, concentrated berries on the palate, and a structured, spiced finish Paul Dolan 2014 Zinfandel @ $14.99 100% Mendocino County, lively and concentrated, tasting of blackberry jam, orange marmalade, and a dashing accent of cracked black pepper Vallegarcia 2012 Syrah @ $14.99 From La Mancha, a meaty, juicy Syrah, an absolute northern Rhone look-alike Quinta Nova 2014 Pomares @ $14.99 A blend of three indigenous Portuguese red grapes, with youthful aromas of fully ripe red fruits, silky tannins, and lively acidity Mustiguillo 2014 Bobal @ $14.99 Mostly Bobal, with small amounts of five other grapes blended in, with fleshy dark fruit flavors of blackberry and current lifted by brisk acidity and fine tannins Feudi Montoni 2014 Nero d’Avola @ $15.99 From one of Sicily’s most historic producers of this grape and made from fruit from 90-year-old vines, a hearty medium-bodied version of the grape with aromas of blueberries, rosemary and olives and excellent minerality on the finish Mad Fish 2014 Shiraz @ $15.99 A classic style of Australian Shiraz, with flavors of rich dark cherry, black currant and chocolate lifted by subtle savory notes Borgo Scopeto 2013 Chianti Classico @ $15.99 Sweet and fruity, with hints of black soft fruit, overtones of wood, vanilla and cocoa, and a bright cherry finish Oltretorronte 2015 Colli Tortonesi @ $16.99 A 90/10 blend of Barbera and Dolcetto from southern Piedmont, aged in cement tanks, savory on the palate with crunch notes of blueberry and plum intertwined with fresh earth notes and light tannins Umani Ronchi 2014 Rosso Conero San Lorenzo @ $16.99 100% Montepulciano from the Marche region of Italy, dry, flavorsome, and well-balanced Rocim 2013 Amphora @ $16.99 A blend of four native Portuguese grapes, light and fresh, with notes of berries, rose petals, and an earthy, rounded finish Pala 2015 Cannonau @ $16.99 The classic red of Sardinia, juicy and bright with subtle spice and plenty of mineral depth Marrans 2015 Beaujolais-Villages @ $17.99 A ripe and structured wine of red fruits and good acidity, with a dry core and a tangy edge Vina Cobos 2015 Felino Malbec @17.99 A smooth, supple Malbec, elegant and balanced, with hints of licorice and chocolate and firm tannins that lead to a persistent finish Clos des Fous 2015 Pour Ma Gueule @ $17.99 From Chile, mostly Cinsault and Carignan with small amounts of tree other grapes blended in, lush and full-bodied, round and velvety on the palate, with fine tannins and excellent acidity (new vintage) Colombier 2015 Vacqueyras @ $17.99 An 80/20 blend of Grenache and Mourvedre, broad and palate-coating, offering weighty black and blue fruit and bitter chocolate flavors, with slow-building spiciness Pendulum 2014 Cabernet @ $18.99 A Columbia Valley Cab with aromas of vanilla, wood spice, coffee and cherry and a silky-smooth palate with baking spices lingering on the finish Carmel Road 2014 Pinot Noir @ $18.99 A Monterey Pinot that is bright, crisp and silky, rich and round, with bright juicy berry flavors leading to a long textured finish (new vintage) Tolaini 2012 Al Passo @ $19.99 A blend of Sangiovese and Merlot from Tuscany, full-bodied and rich, with ripe fruit and fresh acidity Jardin 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $19.99 A Cab from South Africa with huge mouth-filling flavors of blackberry, cassis, and vanilla Dumont 2014 Passe-tout-grains @ $19.99 An 80/20 blend of Pinot Noir and Gamay, fresh, fruity and silky, very precise yet uncomplicated Acrobat 2014 Pinot Noir @ $19.99 The second label of King Estate, a well-built aromatic Pinot, soft and smooth, with subtle tannins and a hint of milk chocolate on the finish Pero Longo 2015 Equilibre @ $19.99 A blend of Nielluccio, Sciacarello, and Grenache from a biodynamic producer on the island of Corsica, dense, deep, and well-structured Arceno 2012 Chianti Classico Reserva @ $20.99 A 90/10 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet, bright and pretty, with dried berry, cherry, and hazelnut on the nose and palate, silky tannins and a fresh finish Primarius 2014 Pinot Noir @ $21.99 A blend of grapes from four different Willamette Valley vineyards, with aromas of raspberries and rosehips, fresh raspberry fruit on the palate, notes of plum and cranberry on the finish Adelaida 2014 Cabernet @ $22.99 A Paso Robles Cab with a bouquet of cassis, violets, and milk chocolate, flavors of black currant and mulberry Idlewild 2014 Valdiguie @ $22.99 A California red made in a Beaujolais style, with full carbonic maceration, full of aromatics, lean and fresh with vibrant acidity Cave de Tain 2015 Crozes-Hermitage @ $23.99 From the coop responsible for producing nearly half of the wine in this appellation, a Syrah with an intense bouquet of ripe black fruits and a well-structured palate featuring blackberry and currant flavors Massolino 2015 Barbera @ $24.99 A succulent, perfumed red packed with fleshy blueberry and plum flavors and a tangy, vibrant finish Sequerciani 2015 Fogliatonda @ $25.99 From a Demeter-certified biodynamic producer in southern Tuscany, made from a recently rediscovered indigenous grape, robust and intense, with black fruit and floral notes Ogier 2014 Gigondas @ $25.99 A blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre, round and powerful, refined and complex, with aromas of red berries and a round, full mouthfeel Venier 2015 Cheverny “La Pierre aux Chiens” @ $25.99 A Pinot Noir from the Loire Valley with great grace and depth, lithe and clean, fresh and natural, with fresh berry fruit and citrus acidity Turley 2015 Zinfandel Juvenile @ $25.99 a berry-packed Zin, slightly floral on the nose, with flavors of sweet spices and a tinge of minerals on the finish Cornu 2012 Chorey-les-Beaune @ $29.99 A Pinot with a spice box full of aromas, somewhat rustic tannins, and a nugget of ripe red cherry fruit Idlewild 2014 Dolcetto @ $29.99 A Dolcetto from Mendocino, very structured, with firm tannins and balancing acidity to bring out the food-friendly nature of this varietal Santa Rita 2011 Triple C @ $34.99 A blend of Cabernets Franc and Sauvignon and Carmenere, three Bordeaux grape varieties that have been carefully grown by Santa Rita in Chile for more than 80 years, elegant and well-structured, with excellent balance and wonderful persistence Nardone 2010 Brunello @ $44.99 A Brunello with aromas of underbrush, mature berry, and game, and a palate of dried cherry and a leathery note alongside dry tannins Faust 2013 Cabernet @ $52.99 A flamboyant and concentrated Napa Cab, full-bodied and velvety, done in an old-fashioned full-throttle style Hall 2013 Cabernet @ $54.99 Strong aromas of pure dark fruit and a palate that is bright, concentrated and dense with plenty of structured tannins buttressed by French oak
NEW ROSES Stobi 2015 Rose @ $10.99 From Macedonia, made from two indigenous grapes, Rkatsiteli and Vranec, with delicate aromas of strawberry, cranberry, fresh plum, and floral notes (back) La Solitude 2015 Cotes du Rhone Rose @ $11.99 100% Cinsault from vines grown in Sabran, in the Gard region, with a complex nose of rose, strawberry and gingerbread and a fresh, fruity palate with good length (back) Martin Ray 2015 Rose of Pinot Noir @ $11.99 Shows a complex and fruit-driven bouquet, fruit-driven but dry on the palate, with refreshing acidity and a clean finish Tank Garage 2016 Stars Like Ours @ $13.99 Mostly Pinot Noir with some Grenache and Syrah blended in, with aromas of watermelon, jasmine and honeysuckle, flavors of apricot and melon Terlan 2014 Lagrein Rose @ $13.99 Juicy and soft with fresh and fruity acidity San Salvatore 2015 Paestum Rosato @ $15.99 100% Aglianico from Campania, cherry-pink in color with notes of currant and maraschino |
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