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Wine List We invite you to participate in a new experience with us! Our wine list has been laboriously assembled over the last few years to highlight the best wines of California and beyond. We pursue many classic labels, domestic and abroad, as well as interesting and rare wines from across the globe. Our selections have been carefully made to compliment the delicate flavors of Chef Jeremy Graham’s contemporary American cuisine and beyond. Nancy and Jim Demetriades – Owners Jeremy Graham – Executive Chef Chip Ermish – Director of Wine “God in His goodness sent the grape to cheer both great and small; little fools will drink too much and great fools none at all.” Anonymous Corkage fee is $20 per bottle with a two bottle maximum (750ml) or one magnum $40, if you purchase a bottle from our wine list, your corkage fee will be waived on a bottle-for-bottle basis. If your bottle of wine appears on our wine list, it must be purchased from Rafters.
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Wine List
We invite you to participate in a new experience with us! Our wine list has been
laboriously assembled over the last few years to highlight the best wines of
California and beyond. We pursue many classic labels, domestic and abroad, as
well as interesting and rare wines from across the globe. Our selections have
been carefully made to compliment the delicate flavors of Chef Jeremy
Graham’s contemporary American cuisine and beyond.
Nancy and Jim Demetriades – Owners
Jeremy Graham – Executive Chef
Chip Ermish – Director of Wine
“God in His goodness sent the grape to cheer both great and small; little fools
will drink too much and great fools none at all.”
Anonymous
Corkage fee is $20 per bottle with a two bottle maximum (750ml) or one magnum $40, if you purchase a bottle
from our wine list, your corkage fee will be waived on a bottle-for-bottle basis. If your bottle of wine appears on
our wine list, it must be purchased from Rafters.
Table of Contents
Wines by the Glass 1
Large Format 2
Half Bottles 3
Champagne 4
New World Whites 5
French Whites 7
Italian & Spanish Whites 8
Southern Hemisphere Whites 8
Old World Whites 8
New World Reds 9
French Reds 14
Italian Reds 15
Spanish Reds 17
Southern Hemisphere Reds 18
Ports / Sauternes / Dessert Wines 19
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Wines by the Glass
Rosé
Bedrock, Sonoma, California, 2017 5
Sparkling
Prosecco, Millesimato, Conegliano-Valdobbiadene DOCG, Italy 10
White
Chardonnay, Novellum, Languedoc, France, 2016 12
Pinot Gris, Pike Road, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2015 9
Sauvignon Blanc, Three Brooms, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2017 10
Riesling, Poet’s Leap, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2016 12
Red
Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Crest, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2016 10
Merlot, Ballentine, Napa Valley, California, 2015 12
Malbec, Tapiz, Mendoza, Argentina, 2014 10
Pinot Noir, De Tierra, Monterey, California, 2015 12
Shiraz, Four Sisters, Victoria, Australia, 2014 12
Zinfandel, Dashe, Dry Creek, California, 2014 12
“Wine glasses, like fine wines, have always been a symbol of civilized living.”
Alexis Lichin
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Large Bottle Format
Domestic
L Corison, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2006, 1.5L 285
L Corison, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2007, 1.5L 285
L Pedestal, Merlot, Columbia Valley, 2007, 1.5L 250
R Phillip Togni, Cabernet Sauvignon, Spring Mountain, Napa Valley, 2009, 1.5L 500
R Regusci, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2006, 1.5L 150
R Saggi, Sangiovese / Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, 2007, 1.5L 230
L Silver Oak, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2012, 1.5L 500
R Vine Cliff, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2005. 1.5L 190
Italy
L Argiano, Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, 2011, 1.5L 300
L Fossacolle, Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, 2010, 1.5L 340
R Produttori del Barbaresco, Nebbiolo, Piedmont, 2012, 3L 375
L Valdicava, Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, 2004, 3L 1300
Australia
L Mitolo, G.A.M., Shiraz, McLaren Vale, 2007, 6L 1200
“In wine, there's truth.”
Pliny the Elder
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Half Bottles White Bin
261 Chardonnay, L’Ecole No. 41, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2012 20
281 Chardonnay, Domaine Drouhin, “Arthur,” Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2015 40
261 Chardonnay, MacRostie, Sonoma Coast, California, 2014 30
Red
Pinot Noir, Adelsheim, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2014 40
Pinot Noir, Cargasacchi, “Jalama Vineyard,” Santa Barbara, California, 2012 45
Pinot Noir, Ponzi, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2013 42
Pinot Noir, Roar, Santa Lucia Highlands, California, 2015 50
Cabernet Sauvignon, Dariôush, Napa Valley, California, 2012 85
Cabernet Sauvignon, L’Ecole No. 41, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2015 40
Cabernet Sauvignon, Long Meadow Ranch, Napa Valley, California, 2013 60
Cabernet Sauvignon, Pride Mountain, Napa & Sonoma Counties, California, 2014 75
Cabernet Sauvignon/Syrah, Chester Kidder, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2006 40
Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot/Cabernet Franc, Blackbird, “Arise,” Napa Valley, California, 2013 65
Brunello, Camigliano, Montalcino, Italy, 2012 50
Merlot, L’Ecole No. 41, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2013 40
Merlot, Pride Mountain, Napa & Sonoma Counties, California, 2014 55
Tempranillo, Arzuaga, Ribera del Duero, Spain, 2015 35
Zinfandel, Dashe, Dry Creek Valley, California, 2015 30
“Give me wine to wash me clean of the weather-stains of cares.”
Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Champagne
France
Bin
307 G.H. Mumm, Brut, Cuvée Privilége, Reims, NV 65
303 JCB, Brut Rosé, Crémant de Bourgogne, NV 45
302 Louis Barthélémy, Brut, Epérnay, NV 85
302 Roederer, Brut, Reims, 2007 180
“[Champagne:] In victory, one deserves it; in defeat, one needs it!”
Napoleon Bonaparte
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New World Whites Chardonnay
Bin
308 Ambullneo Vineyard, “Fang Blanc,” Santa Maria, California, 2006 90
246 Ballentine, Reserve, Napa Valley, California, 2014 90
247 Beringer, “Private Reserve,” Napa Valley, California, 2014 70
247 Buty, “Conner Lee Vineyard,” Columbia Valley, Washington, 2007 75
248 Cenay, “TGX Vineyard,” Santa Cruz Mountains, California, 2011 50
248 Chalk Hill, “Estate,” Chalk Hill, California, 2013 75
248 Chateau Montelena, Napa Valley, California, 2013 80
249 Demetria, Santa Rita Hills, California, 2007 90
249 Domaine Drouhin, “Arthur,” Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2013 65
250 Domaine Eden, Saratoga, California, 2014 45
251 DuMol, Chloe Vineyard, Santa Rosa, California, 2007 110
251 Forgeron Cellars, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2013 50
251 Gilbert Cellars, Unoaked, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2015 40
252 Gregory Graham, Carneros, California, 2014 If you like Rombauer, you’ll love this. 50
252 Hanzell, “Estate,” Sonoma Valley, California, 2012 150
254 Hanzell, “Sebella Vineyard,” California, 2012 60
253 Hanzell, “Sebella Vineyard,” California, 2014 60
254 Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains, California, 2010 150
255 Red Car, Sonoma Coast, California, 2014 50
255 Shea Wine Cellars, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2010 70
279 St. Supéry, Napa Valley, California, 2016 40
“I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food!”
W.C. Fields
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New World Whites (Continued) Chardonnay
Bin
280 Stoller, Dundee Hills, Oregon, 2016 35
256 Tranche, “Celilo Vineyard,” Columbia Gorge, Washington, 2014 50
257 Winderlea, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2014 70
277 Felton Road, “Block 6,” Chardonnay, Central Otago, New Zealand, 2006 50
275 Sassetti Livio Pertimali, Chardonnay, Veneto, 2016 50
Sauvignon Blanc
257 Lancaster Estate, Alexander Valley, California, 2012 50
258 Ata Rangi, Sauvignon Blanc, Martinborough, New Zealand, 2016 45
259 Craggy Range, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2016 40
260 Jules Taylor, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2016 40
Alternative White Offerings
266 Chehalem, Riesling, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2012 35
266 James Rahn, “Ana Vineyard,” Riesling, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2013 45
267 Poet’s Leap, Riesling, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2015 30
267 Michel Schlumberger, Pinot Blanc, Dry Creek Valley, California, 2010 36
268 Forgeron Cellars, “Facon Blanc,” Roussanne/Grenache, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2013 40
269 Robert Mondavi, “Tokalon Vineyard,” Fume Blanc Reserve, Napa Valley, California, 2012 55
269 L’Ecole No. 41, Chenin Blanc, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2015 35
270 L’Ecole No. 41, Semillon, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2015 35
“Sorrow can be alleviated by good sleep, a bath, and a glass of good wine.”
St. Thomas Aquinas
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French Whites
Burgundy
Bin
271 Domaine Chanson, Vire Clesse, 2012 44
271 Domaine Henri Clerc, Meursault, 2012 105
271 Domaine Morat, “Terroirs de Vergisson,” Pouilly Fuisse, 2013 55
271 William Fevre, “1er Cru Montmains,” Chablis, 2012 85
Bordeaux
271 Château Ducasse, Semillon/Sauv Blanc, Graves, 2012 35
Other French Offerings
272 Château de Fontaine-Audon, Sancerre, Loire Valley, 2015 45
273 Domaine Schlumberger, “Les Princess Abbe,” Pinot Blanc, Alsace, 2010 40
273 Domaine de Chatenoy, Menetou Salon, Loire Valley, 2014 42
273 Jean Francois Merieau, “L’Arpent des Vaudons,” Sauvignon Blanc, Loire Valley, 2011 35
273 Marc Bredif, Vouvray, Loire Valley, 2009 40
“Wine is inspiring and adds greatly to the joy of living.”
Napoleon Bonaparte
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Italian Whites
Bin
274 La Cantina Cellaro, “Bacardo,” Grillo, Sicily, 2016 30
275 Sassetti Livio Pertimali, Chardonnay, Veneto, 2016 50
Spanish White
276 Pago Casa Gran, “Falcata Blanco,” Gewürztraminer/Moscato, Valencia, 2015 25
Southern Hemisphere Whites
258 Ata Rangi, Sauvignon Blanc, Martinborough, New Zealand, 2016 45
259 Craggy Range, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2016 40
260 Jules Taylor, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2017 40
276 Felton Road, “Block 6,” Chardonnay, Central Otago, New Zealand, 2006 50
277 Giant Steps, Chardonnay, Yarra Valley, Australia, 2005 70
277 Yalumba, Viognier, Eden Valley, Australia, 2013 30
Old World Whites
278 Fritz Haag, “Brauneberger,” Riesling, Trocken, Germany, 2013 50
278 Robert Weil, “Tradition”, Riesling, Rheingau, Germany, 2014 45
“Wine was created from the beginning to make men joyful, and not to make men
drunk. Wine drunk with moderation is the joy of soul and the heart.”
Ecclesiastes 31:35-36
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New World Reds Pinot Noir
Bin
83 Boedecker, “Shea Vineyard,” Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2011 110
83 Brosseau, Chalone, California, 2008 70
84 Cristom, “Jefferson Cuvee,” Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2012 65
85 Domaine Eden, Santa Cruz Mountains, California, 2014 65
86 Domaine Serene, “Evenstad Reserve,” Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2013 120
86 En Route, “Les Pommiers,” Russian River Valley, California, 2013 65
87 Fel, Anderson Valley, California, 2001 60
89 Joseph Phelps, “Freestone Vineyard,” Sonoma Coast, California, 2013 70
88 Ken Wright, “Bonnie Jean Vineyard,” Yamhill-Carton, Oregon, 2014 105
88 Ken Wright, “Carter Vineyard,” Eola Hills, Oregon, 2014 105
88 Ken Wright, “Shea Vineyard,” Yamhill-Carlton, Oregon, 2014 105
89 Littorai, Santa Cruz Mountains, California, 2013 85
90 Love & Squalor, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2013 70
90 Mt. Eden, Santa Cruz Mountains, California, 2008 110
91 Raptor Ridge, “Barrel Select,” Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2014 60
93 Scar of the Sea, “Seven Leagues,” Santa Barbara, California, 2012 90
94 Sea Smoke, “Southing,” Santa Rita Hills, California, 2013 125
94 Sea Smoke, “Ten,” Santa Rita Hills, California, 2012 160
95 Sea Smoke, “Ten,” Santa Rita Hills, California, 2013 160
97 Trisaetum, “Estate Reserve,” Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2012 90
98 Trombetta, Sonoma Coast, California, 2012 75
“What contemptible scoundrel stole the cork from my lunch?”
W. C. Fields
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New World Reds (Continued)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Bin
100 Altus, Napa Valley, California, 2005 110
100 Anakota, “Helen Dakota Vineyard,” Knights Valley, California, 2004 200
100 Antica, Napa Valley, California, 2012 85
100 Austin Hope, Paso Robles, California, 2013 50
101 B. Wise, “Trios,” Sonoma County, California, 2014 45
102 Columbia Crest, “H3,” Horse Heaven Hills, Washington, 2014 40
103 Côtes de Ciel, Red Mountain, Washington, 2012 100
104 Daou, Paso Robles, California, 2016 55
105 Domaine Eden, Santa Cruz Mountains, 2014 80
106 Domaine Magdalena, Red Mountain, Washington, 2014 55
107 Dunn Vineyards, Napa Valley, California, 2003 190
107 Dunn Vineyards, Napa Valley, California, 2005 190
107 Earnest and Julio Gallo, “75th Anniversary,” Sonoma County, California, 2004 135
107 Eberle, “Love and Kisses,” Paso Robles, California, 2007 150
108 Hammersky, Paso Robles, California, 2013 45
109 Heitz, Napa Valley, California, 2011 175
109 La Jota Vineyard Co., Howell Mountain, California, 2010 175
110 Long Shadows, “Feather,” Columbia Valley, Washington, 2013 135
110 Mount Eden, Santa Cruz Mountains, California, 2007 200
111 Quilt, Napa Valley, California, 2014 Made in the style of “The Prisoner,” EXPLOSIVE! 50
112 Ramey, Napa Valley, California, 2013 75
113 Raymond, “Generations,” Napa Valley, California, 2011 145
34 Ringbolt, Cabernet Sauvignon, Hunter Valley, AUS, 2013 45
“Wine is sunlight, held together by water.”
Galileo Galilei
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New World Reds (Continued) Cabernet Sauvignon
Bin
113 Robert Mondavi, “Oakville,” Napa Valley, California, 2014 120
114 Robert Mondavi, “50 Anniversary, To Kalon Vineyard,” Napa Valley, California, 2013 300
113 Silver Oak, Napa Valley, California, 2012 300
114 Silver Oak, Alexander Valley, California, 2013 150
115 Seavey, “Caravina Vineyard,” Napa Valley, California, 2013 75
114 Sineann, “Red Mountain,” Columbia Valley, Washington, 2012 95
116 Substance, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2015 40
117 Villa San-Juliette, Paso Robles, California, 2015 45
117 Woodward Canyon, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2013 100
Merlot
119 Ballentine, Napa Valley, California, 2014 45
120 Dariôush, Merlot, Napa Valley, California, 2012 135
120 North Star, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2007 75
120 Pedestal, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2009 60
121 Twomey, Napa Valley, 2014 120
122 Wing Canyon, “Lolita,” Mount Veeder, California, 2013 50
Syrah
123 19 Rows, North Coast, California, 2013 50
123 Amavi, Walla Walla Valley, Washington, 2012 55
124 Gramercy, “Lagniappe,” Columbia Valley, Washington, 2013 105
124 Januik, “Weinbau Vineyard,” Wahluke Slope, Washington, 2011 60
125 Lagier Meredith, Mt. Veeder, California, 2009 90
126 Novelty Hill, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2013 45
127 Owen Roe, “Ex-Umbris,” Columbia Valley, Washington, 2012 60
127 Va Piano, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2012 80
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New World Reds (Continued) Zinfandel
Bin
145 Ballentine, Reserve, Napa Valley, California, 2014 90
147 Dashe, Dry Creek Valley, California, 2014 45
148 Seghesio, “Home Ranch,” Alexander Valley, California, 2013 90
228 Turley, “Cedarman,” Howell Mountain, California, 2012 80
Bordeaux Style / Meritage (as in “Merit” and “Heritage”)
141 Barrage Cellars, Cabernet Franc, Woodenville, Washington, 2012 50
150 Burgess, Cabernet Franc, Napa Valley, California, 2011 40
151 Corison, “Helios,” Cabernet Franc, Napa Valley, California, 2007 150
151 Keenan, Cabernet Franc, Napa Valley, California, 2008 125
151 Buty, “Conner Lee Vineyard,” Merlot/Cab Franc, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2012 75
152 Andrew Will, “Two Blondes Vineyard,” Yakima Valley, Washington, 2012 115
152 Hedges, “Estate,” Red Mountain, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2010 55
153 L’Ecole No. 41, “Apogee,” Walla Walla, Washington, 2007 115
153 Long Shadows, “Pirouette,” Columbia Valley, Washington, 2013 120
60 Opus One, Napa Valley, California, 2014 400
60 Ridge, “Monte Bello,” Santa Cruz Mountains, California, 2014 450
154 Robert Mondavi, “Maestro,” Oakville, California, 2014 75
155 Seven Hills, “Pentad,” Walla Walla, Washington, 2009 105
155 Shafer, “TD-9”, Napa Valley, California, 2015 150
155 Spring Valley, “Uriah,” Walla Walla Washington, 2008 120
156 Walter Clore, Private Reserve, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2012 70
156 Woodward Canyon, “Estate Reserve,” Walla Walla, Washington, 2012 180
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New World Reds (Continued)
Additional Red Offerings & Blends
Bin
157 Andrew Rich, “Coup D’Etat,” GSM, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2012 55
157 Cote Nicault, “Stone Three Vineyard,” GSM, Wahluke Slope Washington, 2011 150
157 Marietta Cellars, “Christos Lot 1,” Syrah/Grenache/Viognier Sonoma County, California, 2011 45
158 Hammersky, “Party of Four,” Merlot/Cab. Sauvignon/Petite Sirah, Paso Robles, California, 2013 45
159 Gramercy, “L’Idiot du Village”, Mourvedre/Syrah, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2011 80
159 L’Aventure, “Côte a Côte,” Grenache/Syrah, Paso Robles, California, 2008 130
159 Burgess, Grenache, Napa Valley, California, 2013 40
160 Villa San-Juliette, “Reserve,” Grenache, Paso Robles, 2013 35
161 Abacela, “Barrel Select,” Tempranillo, Umpqua Valley, Oregon, 2012 65
159 Gramercy, “Inigo Montoya,” Tempranillo, Walla Walla, Washington, 2010 80
161 Truchard, Tempranillo, Carneros, California, 2009 40
162 Walla Walla Vintners, Sangiovese, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2011 50
163 Heitz, Grignolino, Napa Valley, California, 2013 35
163 Ridge, “Lytton Estate,” Petite Sirah, Dry Creek Valley, California, 2015 75
164 Dusted Valley, “Stone Three Vineyard,” Petite Sirah, Wahluke Slope, Washington, 2013 75
165 Ridge, “Geyserville 50th Vintage,” Red Blend, Alexander Valley, California, 2015 80
166 James Rahn, Gamay Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2014 38
“Anyone who tries to make you believe that he knows all about wines is
obviously a fake.”
Leon Adams, The Commonsense Book of Wine
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French Reds
Burgundy
Bin
1 Domaine Joblot, 1er Cru, Givry, Clos du Cellier Aux Moines, 2012 65
1 Jaffelin, 1er Cru, Beaune, 2007 60
Bordeaux
2 Arbalest, 2015 45
1 Brio de Cantenac Brown, Margaux, 2012 76
1 Château Duhart Milon, Pauillac, 2011 105
3 Château Lécuyer, Pomerol, 2014 110
4 Château Lafleur Gazin, Pomerol, 2009 130
Additional French Regions
5 Château d'Aussieres, GSM, Corbieres, 2011 55
5 Château Puech Haut, Grenache/Syrah, Coteaux de Langudoc, 2011 45
6 Domaine Duseigneur, “Mas Louise,” Côtes du Rhône, 2010 65
7 Domaine Paul Autard, Côtes du Rhône, 2015 40
8 Domaine Yves Cheron,”Les Dentelles,” Côtes du Rhône, 2015 35
9 Mas des Bressades, Syrah/Grenache, Costières de Nîmes, 2012 40
“The discovery of a good wine is increasingly better for mankind than the
discovery of a new star.”
Leonardo da Vinci
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Italian Reds
Piedmont
Bin
9 Damilano, “Lecinquevigne,” Barolo, 2010 75
9 Donnas, Rosso, Valle D’Aosta, 2005 45
9 Marcarini, “Bunate,” Barolo, 2011 105
10 Il Falchetto, “Bricco Paradiso,” Barbera d’Asti, 2015 60
12 Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barolo, 2004 125
11 Rocca, Barolo, 2003 90
12 Tenuta le Meridiana, Barbera d’Asti, 2009 50
12 Torraccia, Gattinara, Nebbiolo, 2004 75
Tuscany
13 L’Arco, Chianti, 2015 25
13 I Piagionni, “Mocali,” 2011 80
14 Il Bruciato, Bolgheri Rosso, 2014 55
“Who doesn't drink with company is either a thief or a spy.”
Italian Proverb
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Italian Reds (Continued)
Tuscany
Bin
15 M. Antinori, “Le Serre Nuvoe,” Super Tuscan, 2013 110
15 Monteverro, “Terra di Monteverro,” 2009 95
16 Tenuta Ponti Setti, “Crognolo,” 2012 60
16 Terrabianca, “Campaccio,” Reserva, 2006 75
Additional Italian Regions
17 Guisseppe Quintarelli, “Primofiore,” Veneto, 2005 110
17 Guisseppe Quintarelli, Valpolicella Superiore, Veneto, 2000 150
17 Marchesi Biscardo, “Ripasso,” Valpolicella, Veneto, 2010 60
18 Cantine Rosa del Golfo, “Quarantale,” Puglia, 2005 55
19 Tormaresca, “Neprica,” Puglia, 2011 45
19 Paolo Bea, Montefalco Rosso, Umbria, 2004 150
20 La Cantina Cellaro, “Bacaro,” Nero d’Avola, Sicily, 2015 30
“Age and glasses of wine should never be counted.”
Italian Proverb
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Spanish Reds
Bin
21 Palacios Remondo, “Propiedad”, Rioja, 2011 65
21 Bodegas Resalte, “Gran Resalte”, Ribera del Duero, 2001 135
22 Tinto Pesquera, “Crianza”, Ribera del Duero, 2012 60
23 Dehesa la Granja, Castilla y Leon, 2008 45
24 Black Slate, Priorat, 2013 65
25 Noster “Inicial”, Priorat, 2009 50
26 Bodegas Numanthia, Termes, Tinto de Toro, 2013 55
27 Dominio de la Vega, “Paraje Tornel,” Bobal, Utiel-Requena, 2012 45
“Wine is one of the most civilized things in the world and one of the most natural
things of the world that has been brought to the greatest perfection, and it offers
a greater range for enjoyment and appreciation than, possibly, any other purely
sensory thing.”
Earnest Hemingway
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Southern Hemisphere Reds
Bin
29 Tyrrell’s, “Reserve,” Shiraz, Heathcote, Australia, 2006 50
29 D’Arenberg, “Dead Arm,” Shiraz, McLaren Vale, Australia, 2007 150
30 John Duval, “Plexus,” Shiraz/Grenache/Mourvedre, Barossa Valley, Australia, 2013 75
30 Penfolds, “Bin 389,” Cabernet Sauvignon/Shiraz, Barossa Valley, Australia, 2010 95
31 Penfolds, “Bin 407,” Cabernet Sauvignon, South Australia, 2010 95
32 Ringbolt, Cabernet Sauvignon, Hunter Valley, Australia, 2013 45
29 Ata Rangi, Pinot Noir, Martinborough, New Zealand, 2011 120
30 Ata Rangi, Pinot Noir, Martinborough, New Zealand, 2012 120
31 Ata Rangi, Pinot Noir, Martinborough, New Zealand, 2015 120
36 Achaval Ferrer, “Quimera,” Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina, 2011 60
36 Bodegas Colome, Malbec, Salta, Argentina, 2012 63
37 Bodegas Renacer, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina, 2008 75
37 Capataz, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina, 2012 65
38 Corazon del Sol, Mendoza, Argentina, 2015 45
39 Tapiz, “Alta Collection,” Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina, 2014 (Outstanding Wine Value!) 45
34 Rustenberg, “John X Merriman,” Stellenbosch, RSA, 2007 80
“A gourmet meal without a glass of wine just seems tragic to me somehow.”
Kathy Mattea
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Dessert Offerings
BTL G
Port/Sherry/Armagnac/Cognac
Taylor Fladgate, “10 Year,” Tawny Port 10
Alfonso, “Olorosso,” Palomino Sherry 12
Chateau du Tariquet, Bas Armagnac 15
Pierre Ferrand, 1er Cru du Cognac 15
Courvoisier, “V.S.,” Cognac 14
Hennessy, “Very Special,” Cognac 11
Sauternes
Chateau Raymon-Lafon, 2008 35
Chateau Doisy-Verdines, 2011 45
Chateau Coutet, 2001 70
Other Dessert Wines
Peter Lehman, Botrytis Semillon, Barossa Valley, Australia, 2010 (375 mL) 40
Andrew Rich, Gewurtztraminer Ice Wine, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2013 (375 mL) 35
Kiona, Ice Wine, Red Mountain, Washington, 2016 (375mL) 50
Kiona, Late Harvest Riesling, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2015 (750mL) 40
“Wine improves with age. The older I get, the better I like it.”
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