McGonigel's Mucky Duck

Wine List Updated 8/8/2010

McGonigel's Mucky Duck Wine List

Taittinger Prelude Grand Cru NV, France.
Ripe white peach flavors with hints of fresh citrus in a profusion of fine, lasting, delicately creamy bubbles. The finish is long and expressive.

Krug Grande Cuvée NV, France.
A breathtaking champagne--a sensational taste experience. Wonderfully creamy with a long, lingering finish that is both nutty and toasty.

Clicquot La Grande Dame 1998, France
All the aromatics are potent, from the scent of rising bread dough to the red skin of an apple, all the corresponding flavors rich yet refreshing. Once in a while, there is a young beauty who will age into a more profound older beauty; La Grande Dame is part of that rare breed." -Wines & Spirits

GH Mumm Cordon Rouge NV, France
“Toasty, rich and creamy, with vanilla, hazelnut and citrus notes weaving through the rich texture--a lovely, mouthwatering finish.” “90 rating”Wine Spectator .

Dom Perignon France.
Rich creamy mousse, fine bubbles. The nose has fine intensity with classic aromas of apples, pears, vanilla, hazelnut, toast, and yellow-plum jam. 1999 Vintage

Pommery Brut Royal NV, France
Nose is toasty, with mild apple and pear. On the palate it has good mousse, very ethereal – light, mild flavor of citrus, apple and a touch of mineral.

Ruinart Blanc de Blancs NV, France.
"Bright straw with a very fine bead. Pungent, yeasty aromas of intense citrus zest and minerals. Silky, pure and f ocused, offeringvibrant lime and tangerine flavors. An outstanding non-vintage bottling with striking vivacity and focus.

Cristal 2000, France
Winemaker’s Notes: Intense nose of white flowers, citrus and red berries, followed by warmer whiffs of toast and wood. On the palate , ripe lush fruits (vine peaches) and toasty flavors. Powerful finish.”
“An assertive, honeyed style, with plenty of citrus flavors. Mature coffee and roasted nut accents are peeking through, with a robust structure and a dried citrus aftertaste. Drink now through 2025. “ 91 rating ” Wine Spectator

Bollinger Special Cuvee NV, France
James Bond, legendary hero of fiction and film, is devoted to the Crown and to his cup of Bollinger Champagne. Bollinger has been awarded the Royal Warrant by seven British monarchs since 1884. For more than four decades Bond has enjoyed his Bollinger. Bond, James Bond and Bollinger.

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label NV, France
Nose of apple, citrus, and caramel followed by full flavors that are elegant, crisp with a slightly spicy finish. Rich, nutty, and complex.

Perrier Jouet Fleur de Champagne Brut, 1999, France
The wine shows hints of floral and fruit aromas, opening with white flowers and a touch of honey, ending with a hint of brioche. The palate is crisp and clean, with hints of almond and nougat. While the cuvée is light and elegant, it has a surprisingly long finish.

Moet Chandon White Star NV, France.
The flagship of Moët & Chandon. Its aromas reveal bright fruits of apple, pear, yellow peach, honey, and floral nuances of lime blossom. The palate is seductive, richly flavorful, and smooth, followed by a delicately fresh crispiness.

Andre Clouet Rose NV, France
Beautifully fragrant, rounded pink champagne from the premier cru village of Bouzy, with the ripe, full fruit flavors of Pinot Noir interwoven with drier, toasty complexity. Rich and refreshing in the mouth, with a fruity finish and tiny pearly bubbles for a magnificently indulgent champagne occasion.

Pommery Pops NV, France
Made in an extra-dry style, POP is flatteringly fruity. Champagne created for an era when everything is on the move, POP comes with a straw. (187 ml-wee bottle)

Segura Viudas Brut Reserva Spain
A cuvée of Macabeo, Parellada and Xarel-lo grapes grown in the renowned Penedès region of Spain. Vinified according to méthode champenoise and aged in the bottle 2 years. Crisp with an interesting floral note and pleasing sensation of creaminess.

Bisol Prosecco Crede Brut Italy
“One of the finest light-bodied, refreshing, crisp, pure Italian sparkling whites.”

Mionetto Il Proseco Italy
Ripe pear dashed with floral overtones. (375ml) wee

Roederer Estate Anderson Valley NV, California
Smooth, rich and creamy, with spicy pear, fig, melon and honeysuckle flavors—fresh and lively, ending with a tasty burst of ripe fruit. 42

Chandon Brut Classic (187ml) NV, California
Nutty flavors with hints of brioche that build to a refreshing dry finish. Complex apple and pear characteristics accented by citrus spice over notes of almond and caramel in the bouquet. 12 (187ml)

Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio 2007, Italy (375ml)

La Crema Chardonnay 2007, California (375ml)

Le Cigare Volante Bonny Doon Red Wine of the Earth, 2004, California
Vibrant, fruity and floral notes. The first wafting aromas suggest freshly warmed black raspberry conserve, rose petals, black licorice and garrigue. The grenache is hinted at by way of the bright puffs of raspberriocity and cherry liqueur, with the syrah and mourvèdre laying down thick, recumbent panes of flavor suggesting spice, meatiness, and minerality. Strict adherence to biodynamic practices. (375ml)

Dynamite Vineyards Cabernet 2005, California
Aromas and flavors of blackberry, chocolate and a hint of toffee from toasted oak aging. (375 ml)

Moncalvina Moscato d'Asti

King Estates, Pinot Noir 2007, Oregon
Cherry, raspberry jam, blueberry, oak spice. Sustainably farmed. (375 ml)

Moncalvina Moscato d'Asti 2007, Italy
Dessert wine par excellence--intensely fruity, aromatic and very persistent nose. (375 ml)

Marques de Caceres Rioja Spain
Intense aromas of raspberries and mazzard cherries with a trace of spice. (375ml)

Sin Zin 2008, Alexander Valley, California
"Easily Alexander Valley Vineyards' best known wine, the "Sin Zin" is a hedonistic affair year in and year out. Tons of boysenberry and strawberry fruit on the nose and palate, backed by fresh ground black pepper notes Fun and food-friendly; live it up with this fabulously sinful zin.” Robert Parker Parker. Try a little sin. (375 ml)

Cakebread Cellars 2007 Napa Valley, California.
Ripe Granny Smith apple, pear and melon fruit accented by mineral, subtle yeast and warm oak spice tones. Full and lush. Toasty oak tones that extend into a very long finish.

Deloach 2007, California
Aromas of Asian pear and apples. Flavors of carmelized brown sugar, apples, and pears accompanied by a creamy and full mouthfeel. This elegant chardonnay with a long tropical fruit finish.

Four Vines Naked 2008 Paso Robles
Step away from the barrel! This Chardonnay was fermented in 100% stainless steel and has not seen any oak, nor does it want to. Crisp, concentrated with all its natural acid. Exhibits apple, white peach, and pear, finishing long with hints of citrus and mineral.

Vine Cliff Los Carneros 2007, Carneros, California
Sweet peach, lime, grilled pineapple and tropical fruit aromas, complemented with a flinty minerality, and toasty sur lie nuances. Hints of caramel, roasted nuts and vanilla.

Jordan 2007, California
Hints of pear, citrus, kiwi and hawthorn accented by vanilla crème brûlée. A creamy palate complemented by flavors of Fuji apple, pineapple, and Meyer lemon.

Cartlidge and Browne 2008, California
Aromas of apple, kiwi, butterscotch and oak spice.

Rombauer Carneros 2007 Napa Valley, California
Apple, peach, and tropical fruit flavors weave together in a nice range of flavors that linger on the palate ending with a long, crisp, fruity aftertaste. The oak tones from both barrel fermentation and aging are nicely melded into the flavor and finish of the wine.

Lynmar 2006, Russian River Valley, California
A roma of lemon custard and lemon zest backed by a faint lime juice quality. Secondary aromas of apple and pear play off of a perfume-like floral character. A wisp of roasted nut and a touch of chalk dust “minerality” add complexity. The palate is definitely dry. 91 Points. Wine Spectator.

Antinori, Bramito del Cervo 2007, Umbria
We love Antinori wines—this family has been making wine since 1385. This 100% Chardonnay is f ruity with nice hints of vanilla and toast.

Far Niente 2007, Napa, California
Forward fruits, layered by peach and tropical notes combined with rose petal and toasty allspice. The balance between the oak and fruit are completely seamless. Full bodied and rich, creamy hints of minerality complement the sweet fruit throughout. The finish is long, lingering and beautifully textured.

Sonoma Cutrer 2007, Russian River, California
“Very pretty aromas of jasmine and rose petal turning quickly to tropical fruits like pineapple, mango, and a bit of pear. Roasted hazelnut joins with nougat and almond butter, finishing with a touch of lime and lichen.

Barnett Sangiacomo Vineyard 2007, Carneros
“Rich and viscous, full-bodied and layered, with ripe fig, melon, honeysuckle and pretty oak shadings.” Rated 90 Points.” Wine Spectator

Groth 2008, California
Lush, full melon/citrus character in the aroma and in the flavor.

Cakebread Cellars Sauvignon Blanc 2007, California
Winery Tasting Notes: “bright lime, kiwi, grapefruit and green melon aromas, with complementary hay and mineral scents adding complexity. On the sleek, medium-bodied palate, the wine offers zesty citrus and melon flavors that culminate in a refreshingly flinty, mineral-tinged finish.

Dashwood 2008 Marlborough, New Zealand
Lively, juicy style has tangy lime and passion fruit aromas and flavors that persist on the clean finish. Focused and ripe, with outstanding intensity to lime juice, guava, grapefruit and stone fruit flavors, wrapped with pointed minerality and lingering sweet pea notes.

Stella Pinot Grigio 2008, Italy
Pale yellow in color. Vibrant on the palate with fresh fruit aromas of pears and citrus, and balanced, yet zesty acidity.

Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio 2007, Italy
Intense aroma and dry flavor of pleasant golden apple. For the 13th consecutive year, Wine & Spirits has named Santa Margherita the number one imported wine sold in the nation's leading restaurants. Full Bottle and Half Bottle

Masi Mascianco 2007, Italy
The richness of the perfumes and aromas of this grape cultivated at Castions di Strada, in the Friuli region, complements the structure of the native Verduzzo grape, deliberately picked slightly over-ripe. Masianco is a Supervenetian of great personality.

Dr. Pauly Noble House Reisling 2008, Germany
"Ripe apple, grapefruit and warm brown spices.

Weinhaus Maxferd Richter Piesporter Michelsburg Reisling 2007, Germany
This Reisling is produced on the well-known vineyards surrounding Piesport, middle Mosel.

Sauvion Vouvray 2007, Touraine, France
Notes of velvety honey and acacia. Complex, soft, round.

Domaine du Tariquet 2008, Gascony, Bas-Armagnac
Superbly intense for a dry fruity white, reveals floral and citrus aromas-touches of tropical fruit.

Remeage White Rhone, France
A blend of Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne, the old grape cognette and a little chardonnay.

Alexana Pinot Gris 2008, Dundee Hills, Williamette Valley, Oregon
Winemaker Lynn Penner-Ash. Aromas of ripe pear and cream. Hints of citrus.

La Sirena Moscato Azul 2007, Napa Valley Heidi Barrett wine
Explosively floral nose of mango, pineapple, orange blossoms and lychee.

Miner Viognier impson Vineyard 2008
~ Rusty’s Summertime Favorite!

Don Rodolfo Torrontes 2008, Argentina
A very fruity, floral nose with white peach and hints of citrus.

Caymus Conundrum 2007, California
Lush, creamy texture; and a crisp, finish with lingering notes of citrus.

Oceana Riesling 2007, California
This dry-styled Riesling, reminiscent of Alsace, offers enticing, fragrant aromas of ripe fig and peaches-hints of citrus and lovely honeysuckle.

Au Bon Climat, Hildegard 2004, Santa Maria Valley
A blend of Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Aligote. Aromas of apple, almond and freshly baked cake waft above the glass like notes from the Pied-Piper's flute - impossible to resist.

Espelt Vailet 2008, Spain
Aroma of apple and lemon. Biodynamic cultivation. Excellent selection with fish.

Oremus Mandolas Tokaji Dry 2005, Hungary
Intense nose of Indian spice, ripe white peaches and flower blossoms. This is a dry white made in Hungary by legendary Spanish vintner, Vega Sicilia.

Alexander Valley 2007, California
Black cherry, cassis, cocoa powder and plum and flavors of cassis.

Groth 2006, Napa Valley
California Full, rich aromas and flavors redolent of ripe stone fruit and dark berries-a lush wine with a subtle tannin backbone. Delicious!

Coppola Claret 2007, California
Enticing aromas of dark chocolate, anise, and sweet spices. Rich, lively flavors of succulent blackberry, currant, and wild strawberry wrapped in soft, smooth tannins.

Caymus 2006, Napa Valley, California
“Simply stated, we believe this is the tastiest Caymus Cabernet bottling ever released! Thick, weighty texture that is silky smooth featuring rich flavors of ripe, dark plums and semi sweet cocoa then finishing with a deliciously savory hint of toasted caramel. 94 points” TheWineInsiders.com

Beringer Private Reserve 2000, Napa Valley, California
"Dense ruby with a purple hue, it exhibits a smoky, licorice-imbued red and black currant nose, and medium-bodied, nicely textured, supple flavors exhibiting hints of white chocolate and cocoa... it is elegant, pretty, pure." Firmly tannic, complex and well-crafted” - Wine Spectator

Jordan 2005, Alexander Valley, California
Aromas of cassis, cherry, cedar, red rose petal and tobacco, the complexity continues through the flavors of red currant, cherry, blackberry and blueberry and a hint of vanilla from oak aging.

Rubicon Cask Cabernet 2004,Napa Valley, California
Francis Ford Coppola's "baby Rubicon" enjoys layers of ripe, red cherry, plum, vanilla, cocoa and toast. The flavor is intense yet supple. “The Rubicon Estate CASK Cabernet Napa Valley is a glamorous wine, tremendous now, and will hold and develop through 2020." Wine Enthusiast 95 points: "

Etude 2004, Napa Valley, California
“The classic, deep ruby/purple-tinged 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa offers aromas of tobacco leaf, cedar, black currants, tar, licorice, and espresso. Full-bodied, powerful, and opulent, it can be drunk now or cellared for 15 or more years. Rated 94” Robert Parker

Revana Family Vineyard 2005, California
Heidi Barrett’s tasting notes: “Dark ruby in color with deep aromas of black cherry, coca powder, toast, and spice. On the palate it is very elegant and silky with bright purity of fruit and medium body. The cherry flavors echo the aromas. Nice mid-palate texture without a trace of raw tannins. Good length at this tasting which will only get better with time in the bottle. Oak is used only as an accent here and adds to the layering of flavor components and complexity. Great potential.”

Robert Parker says: "Deep plum/purple in color with a sweet nose of burning embers, charcoal, black currants, and some subtle smoked herbs. The wine again displays terrific aromatic complexity and a full-bodied, nicely layered palate impression, with integrated acidity, tannin, alcohol, and wood.” 92+ points Robert Parker

Cakebread Cellars 2005, Napa Valley, California
Winemakers notes : boasts a fascinating mélange of aromas, including ripe black fig, blackberry, cassis, caramel, and mocha. The wine’s intense black fruit flavors take on brambly spice, roasted coffee and dark chocolate tones, leading to a long, savory finish. Firmly structured and packed with layers of luxurious flavor, this lavishly endowed Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a treat with grilled red meats and other hearty dishes.

Goldschmidt Vineyard 2004 Oakville, California
The Game Ranch Vineyard is situated in the famed Oakville appellation in theheart of the Napa Valley. The wine is exceptional; with richness and balance.

Beaulieu Vineyards, Georges De Latour Private Reserve 2004, Napa Valley, California
Winemaker Notes - The aromas show dark fruits, licorice, black pepper, and minerals, with Rutherford accents of black olive, peppercorn, and dark cherry. Full-bodied in texture, this wine has pronounced, dense and concentrated flavors of black currant, anise, sweet vanilla and distinctive minerals. Rich tannins. Full of character, this vintage will require 7 to 9 years aging to reach maturity, yet tastes fine now; it is an excellent example of the vintage. Number Nine of the TOP 100 Wine Spectator’s 2007 Most Exciting Wines

Robert Mondavi Reserve 2004, Napa Valley, California
The very last vintage in which the Mondavi family was involved with the winery, and the best Mondavi Reserve since 1996. This is a sensational wine from a classic vintage in Napa Valley. Winemaker Genevieve Janssens - "Weaves together a complex array of ripe, rich currant, anise, and smoky oak and black cherry. Dense, concentrated and persistent, with great depth and focus, ending with an amazingly long, richly flavored finish. Rating 95 Points.”
Wine Spectator “ The wine has a dense purple color and a wonderful, sweet,
almost St.-Julien like nose of licorice, red and black currants, cedar, and spice. elegant rich, and very fine. ‘ Rating 92 Points” Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate

Nickel and Nickel Dragonfly 2003 Napa Valley, St. Helena

Nickel and Nickel Dragonfly 2004 Napa Valley, St. Helena
This 2004 Dragonfly is expressive with concentrated flavors of strawberry and berry jam, spice and vanilla. The texture married with the warmth from the oak and elegance of the tannins, creates a beautiful wine.

Lail J. Daniels Cuvee 2005, California
Elegant berry fruit interwoven with notes of crushed rocks, flowers, and red as well as black currants, a sweet palate, ripe tannin, and tremendous intensity are characteristics of this more reserved, European-styled cuvee. Rated 92. Robert Parker Wine Advocate.

Ghost Block 2006, Napa California
Nestled on a gently sloping knoll, graced with perfect drainage and sunny exposure, Ghost Block Vineyard is a jewel, an heirloom, passed down through a single family for over 100 years. The vineyards are family owned and organically certified. Production is very limited. B right and elegant aromas of cherry, blackberry, tobacco, spice and roses. On the palate the wine leads into a balanced and full attack of ripe blackberries, cherries with deep dark chocolate and coffee in the mid-palate, to a long and ingering fin ish of toffee, orange peel, and cherries.

Stags’ Leap 2006, Napa Valley, California
Luscious aromatics of black cherry, blackberries, and plum greet the nose with a slight back note of earth, leather, and bittersweet chocolate. Layers of spice, coffee, cream.

Dominus 2005, Napa Valley, California
“This is possibly the best Dominus since the 2001, and perhaps even 1997 or 1991. A sweet nose of roasted coffee interwoven with kirsch, black currant, cedar, and spice box emerges from this deep ruby/purple-colored wine. The wine has fabulous intensity, a layered, opulent, and stunningly long finish. The layering of this wine as it builds incrementally on the palate is something to behold. An outstanding, sexy, age-worthy Dominus. Rated 96.” Robert Parker -requires decanting.

Silver Oak 2004, Alexander Valley, California
An elegant, highly expressive wine -- It has bright aromas of black cherry, dark chocolate, black tea, allspice and ginger. In the mouth, it offers a full-bodied attack, a round, balanced mid-palate redolent of cherry preserves, brown sugar and caramel and an extremely long finish of savory ripe fruit.

Whitehall Lane Reserve 2005, Napa Valley, California
Aromas and flavors of ripe wild blackberries, cassis and an underlying spiciness from French and American oak. This delicious Reserve offering displays great balance, ripeness and offers lingering flavors that lead to a long, silky smooth finish.

Dynamite 2005, North Coast, California
Rich black currant, blackberry and plum aromas with mocha and toast nuances, leading to flavors of concentrated black fruits and dark chocolate. Long finish. (375 ml)

Mettler Family Vineyards 2005, Lodi, California
Bright cherry and fragrant spice, and hints of vanilla, and bittersweet chocolate derived from months in toasty oak. Organically farmed. (375-wee bottle)

Woodward Graff A-Frame Vineyard 2004 California
Black cherry, anise, cedar and oaky vanilla flavors, elegant Cabernet.

Slingshot 2006, Napa, California
A beautiful, fruit forward wine with just a hint of smoke, vanilla and chocolate. This wine is about fruit - and the bright blue and black fruit is balanced and smooth with a long finish.

The Edge 2007, Napa, California
This supple and lush wine immediately opens to flavors of blackberry, clove and hints of vanilla. The medium bodied palate is balanced with flavors of eucalyptus, sweet plums, ripe cherry and hints of tobacco, while the finish is accentuated by nice acidity and subtle oak flavors.

Cousino-Macul Antiguas Reservas Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Chile
This is a nice earthy, full-flavored cab. Tobacco, leather and a little cherry make up the nose. The palate is luscious with strawberry, cherry, pepper and mineral flavors. Nice, silky tannins. Sustainably Farmed.

Concha y Toro Don Melchor Cabernet 2006, Chile
Ripe plums, cassis, chocolate and tobacco, with notes of vanilla on the nose. Elegant, full-bodied with mature tannins, which make the wine complex and pleasant." 96 Points Wine Advocate

Orin Swift Mercury Head 2005, Napa Valley, California
This bottle is a work of art.

Louis M Martini, Monte Rosso Vineyard 2000, Sonoma, California
Aroma profiles of sage, blackberry, cassis, pomegranate, sweet anise, green peppercorn, cocoa, and cedar. Full and opulent with rich, fleshy texture and flavors of clove, blackberry, chocolate and toffee followed by a soft, long finish. 92 Points – Wine Enthusiast Double Gold Medal – 2004 California State Fair

St. Clement Vineyards, Oroppas 2005, Napa Valley, California
“primarily Cabernet Sauvignon with small quantities of Merlot and Petit Verdot included in the blend. Its deep ruby/purple hue is followed by notes of licorice, black currants, cedar, bay leaves, and toast. Ripe, round, medium to full-bodied, and opulent.” Rated 91 Robert Parker
“Rich and creamy up front, with lively currant, vanilla-scented oak, herb and blackberry notes that firm up nicely on the finish, giving it backbone and traction.” Rated 90. Wine Spectator

J. Bookwalter 2004, Columbia Valley, Washington
"Aged exclusively in small French oak barrels that are meticulously chosen for their richness. Displays bright cherry, black currants, graphite, cedar and cigar box aromas."

Cakebread Cellars 2005, Napa Valley, California
Winemaker’s Notes: “Our 2005 Merlot offers a constellation of bright fruit aromas keyed on fresh black cherry, blueberry and plum, with fragrant scents of rose petal, tea-leaf, tobacco and cocoa. The compact, supple palate, vibrant cherry, blackberry and cassis flavors are enlivened by a zesty black-tea spiciness that segues into a long, cocoa-tinged finish.”

Delas Freres 2007, France
The wine has a rich, ruby color with spicy aromas. It is medium-bodied with good structure, soft tannins and a delicate finish.

Dry Creek 2005, Sonoma
California Begins with ripe blackberry and currant aromas with a trace of vanilla. On the palate, a broad and expansive tapestry of ?avors reveals black cherry, cassis, and dark chocolate, layered with chewy tannins. The ?nish remains textured and rich, but has a softer edge that expresses tremendous length and balance.

Velvet Devil 2006, Walla Walla, Washington
h, baby, this devilishly delicious wine opens with warm, tempting spice and cocoa aromas. Velvety smooth texture. Ripe red and black cherry flavors accented by chocolate and spice envelope the palate and linger and linger…excellent length of flavor.

Twomey 2005, California
Smooth and lush with ripe plum, cassis and subtle oak; complex, long and beautifully textured with notes of spice, tar and chocolate.

LaPosta Angel Paulucci Vineyard 2008, Argentina
This slightly opaque dark ruby wine opens with a mild raspberry bouquet with hints of blueberry. On the palate, this medium bodied wine is nicely balanced between its soft feel and its integrated acidity. The flavor profile is an interesting mix of juicy raspberry and cherry.

Dona Paula Tannat Malbec Salix Vineyard 2006, Mendoza, Argentina
Very deep red-black color, complex aromas of dark fruits, spices, cigar box and chocolate.? Mouth is deeply concentrated, voluminous, firm tannins and very long finish.

Susana Balbo
The 2008 Malbec spent eight months in first use French Oak. Dark ruby colored, it offers up an alluring bouquet of Asian spices, cassis, cedar, incense and black cherry. Elegant wine. Rated 90.

Terrazas de Los Andes Afincado 2003, Argentina
“Brooding, cedar, pencil lead, blackberry, and black cherry aromatics. It has a deep core of fruit, layered flavors, ripe tannins, and a lengthy finish.” “Rated 90” Robert Parker

Catena 2006, Mendoza, Argentina
The nose offers ripes, concentrated dark fruit aromas with delicate Floral notes and traces of vanilla and mocha. The mouthfeel is rich and lush, with concentrated black cherry and red currant fruit flavors layered with sweet spices, tobacco and a touch of leather. The finish presents soft, supple tannins with bright, crisp acidity and a flinty minerality which gives the wine exceptional length.

Quintessa 2006 Rutherford, Napa Valley
“A dramatic wine, fleshy and dazzling now for its lush fruit and oak…it’s beautiful the way the acid-tannin structure plays against the cherry, cassis and olive fruit... one of the top cabernets. Rated 95” Wine Enthusiast

Niebaum Coppola Rubicon 2003, California
Aromas of black sour cherries and violets, sweet vanilla with a luxurious and dense texture.

Continuum 2006, California
Continuum celebrates the legacy of the Mondavi family’s proud history in Napa Valley. Shows rich dark chocolate, mocha and espresso, and a wealth of ripe, currant-laced fruit. Focused, tight, elegant with a persistent finish that unfolds to reveal hidden nuances. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

Cyrus 2005, California
Black cherry, dark chocolate and exotic spices and rich flavors of plum, blueberry and mocha.

Kokomo, Cuvee Iris 2007, Sonoma, California
Another beautiful cuvee from the pride of Kokomo, IN, winemaker, Erik Miller. Big round cherry, tobacco, and spice.

The Chocolate Block 2008, 888 Barrels, South Africa
A blend of Syrah, Grenache noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault and Viognier. Imagine intense spicy notes supported by ripe plum, black fruit and violet aromas. Long, elegant, succulent finish.

L’Aventure Estate Cuvee 2007, Paso Robles, California
Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot. Opaque ebony center, purple margins. Powerful aromas of graphite, “viande”, dark fruit, licorice, tea-leaf. Spicy notes in the aroma linger like cloves and sage in a rich tapestry of flavors that include wild blackberry, tar, gooseberry, and acacia. Long finish.

Krupp Brothers, “The Advocate” 2005, California
Petit Verdot, Merlot, Malbec. Bright, fruit driven aromas of cranberry, raspberry, dark cherry and plum are intermingled with tobacco, spice and rhubarb yielding an inviting and complex nose.

Miner Family Vineyards, "The Oracle" 2004, Napa Valley, California
Spicy aromatics with lush blackberry and cassis fruit, opulent on the palate, silky tannins, and low acidity. Should drink handsomely for at least a decade. 90 Points.” Robert Parker

Clos Du Bois Marlstone 2003, Alexander Valley
Layers of aromas: black cherry, vanilla, toasted oak and cedar to nutmeg, cinnamon, blackberry and notes of violet and sweet tobacco. Ripe blackberry and black licorice flavors-long finish.

Paraduxx Napa Valley Red 2006, Duckhorn Wine Company, California
Aromas of plum, chocolate and cherry pie accentuated by hints of violet, clove, cinnamon spice and vanilla bean. Bright red fruit flavors of Bing cherry, strawberry and raspberry, contrasted by dark and compelling layers of blueberry, mocha and molasses. Smooth, fine tannins, a black pepper mid-palate and long nutmeg and red currant finish.

Margerum "M5" 2005 Santa Barbara County, California
A gorgeous blend of Syrah, Mourvedre, Grenache, Cinsault, and Counoise. Lovely sweet, smoky, black cherry and herb aromas accompanied by deep, concentrated flavors that bring to mind an open-air Provencal market. 90 points” Robert Parker

Orin Swift Cellars "The Prisoner" 2008, Napa Valley, California
“This is a big, sexy, fruit bomb boasting abundant amounts of black, blue, and red fruits along with pepper, spice box, earth, and herbs Soft tannins, medium to full body, and a heady mouthfeel make this a seductive wine.

Robert Craig, Affinity 2005, Napa Valley, California
Bordeaux style blend—rich, intense with spicy currant, cedary oak, dried berry and black cherry flavors that are elegant and stylish, focused and persistent.

Calvulcura 2003, Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina
60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. Ripe fruit aromas, with hints of vanilla and spice. Chewy tannins and a long finish. Rich, dark notes of boysenberries and cassis.

Hook & Ladder Tillerman 2006, California
Cabernet, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Sangiovese from a single vineyard. Lush red fruit combined with berry and pepper finished off with a hint of dusty cocoa.

Cain Cuvee, NV5 Napa Valley, California
Without a doubt, an original creation. Like Cain Concept and Cain Five, it is a Cabernet blend, but of the three wines, it is the most creative endeavor. It is truly silky, light and refreshing on the palate.

Cain Concept The Benchland, 2005, Napa Valley, California

Susana Balbo "Brioso" 2005, Mendoza, Argentina
“This blend has an outstanding aromatic display of clove, pencil lead, espresso and blackberry. Gobs of sweet fruit, notes of icorice and chocolate, ripe tannins. ” 92 Points R obert Parker

Delectus, Dog In Style 2003, Napa Valley, California
Aromas of Cointreau, cedar, sandalwood, black olive, and boysenberry. Cinnamon, citrus oil and orange rind, ripe plum flavors.

Baccio Divino Pazzo Call Me Crazy 2006, California
Seductive. Peppery, spicy, slightly herbal, deliciously fruity red.

Rubicon Estate Cabernet Franc 2005, Napa Valley, California
Elegant, pungent, sweet scent of allspice, clove, tobacco leaves, and red cherries. Silky tannins.

Revolver "The Fury" Cabernet Franc 2005, Napa Valley
Expressing deep blackberries-hint of tumbleweed and thyme. Three years in new French oak.

Qupe Grenache Purisima Mountain Vineyard 2006, California
Like a glass full of rubies-sweet cherry aromas on the nose, nice spice and herbal quality.

Seghesio, "Omaggio" 2004, Sonoma, California
Blend of old world Sangiovese with a new world Cabernet Sauvignon. Scents of anise and cloves. Blackberry and tart cherry fruit tones. Brambly spice with cocoa/baker's chocolate.

Soter Mineral Springs 2006, Willamette Valley, Oregon
“Expressive bouquet with floral notes. The wine is layered, bordering on opulent. The savory, ripe, spicy dark fruit flavors persist into a lengthy, velvety textured finish.” Rated 93. Robert Parker

Argyle, Nuthouse 2005, Willamette Valley, Oregon
alluring perfume of spice, red fruits, and blueberry. It is a home run.” Rated 94.” Robert Parker

Belle Glos Meiomi 2008, California
Luxurious aromas of ripe strawberry, bright cherry and faint notes of spicy oak and vanilla. Velvety texture and supple tannins carry the wine through to a lingering, succulent finish.

August Briggs 2006, Russian River, California
“Burgundian” style wine with aromas of violets, bramble berry, perfume and earth. Dense fruit flavors of plum and raspberry with a moderate amount of spice. Finishes rich and warm.

Le Cadeau “Diversite” 2006, Willamette Valley, Oregon
“Dark ruby with aromas of smoke, spice box, and dark fruits. Smooth textured with plenty of black cherry and blueberry fruit and a hint of chocolate. Lengthy finish.” Rated 90.” Robert Parker.

Russian Hill Tara Vineyard 2005, Russian River Valley, California
Lovely strawberry and Bing cherry fruit aromas with a hint of cola, herbs and smoke.

Lynmar 2006, Russian River Valley, California
Aromas begin with an assortment of red fruits such as pie cherry, strawberry, and cranberry. These fruits are accented by notes of baking spice, deeper dark fruits, and orange blossom.

Frei Brothers Reserve 2006, Russian River Valley, California
“Silky texture--cherry, cola, sweet leather, wood smoke and spice flavors." Wine Enthusiast

Laetitia 2006, Arroyo Grande Valley, California
Elegant mix of black cherry and plum fruit, layered with intense floral notes and subtle nuances. Layers of blackberry, cranberry, wild mushroom and dusty earth. Plush and velvet textured.

Emeritus 2007, Russian River, California
“Spice, floral and wild berry aromas, where they're intense, focused and delicate. Finishes with a burst of wild berry flavors. Score: 91.” Wine Spectator

King Estates Signature 2007, Willamette Valley, Oregon
Cherry, raspberry jam, blueberry, oak spice. Soft entry, full body with flavors of dark cherry, raspberry and blue fruits. Sustainably farmed. (also available wee bottle )

Royal City Syrah 2006, Stone Ridge Vineyard, Washington State
This offering is from winemaker Charles Smith who was named Winemaker of the Year by Food and Wine. “Rich scents of purple fruit, smoked meat, cedar, lead pencil, moist earth and so on proclaim a wine with genuine gravitas…the finest syrah I have ever tasted from Washington State." -Paul Gregutt. Rated 100 Points.”

McWilliams Hanwood Estate Shiraz 2006, South Eastern Australia
Aromas of plum combine with spice and vanillin oak. The supple yet generous palate is dominated by rich, spicy prune juice and black berry fruit flavors. Lingering, chamois-like tannin finish.

Hidden Oaks 2007, Paso Robles, California
Bursting with aromas of dark cherry and blackberries. Notes of earthy spices.

Guenoc Petite Sirah 2006, Lake County, California
Blackberry, chocolate and orchid aromas and open into mouth filling flavors that remind one of just how good a petite sirah can be. Hints of spice and toast.

Hahn SLH 2006, Santa Lucia Highlands, California
This sultry wine opens to a nose of soft rose petals and earthy aromas. Black cherry combined with slight citrus notes give this wine a unique twist. Velvet-coated tannins taper off with a long finish.

Truchard Syrah 2003, Carneros Napa Valley, California
The peppery spice of the tannin lengthens with the red fruit, capturing the silkiness of the texture and seeming to extend it. The Truchards consistently grow one of the more elegant syrahs in California. “ This wine offers sumptuous aromas of berries, camphor, herbs, pepper, and white chocolate, plenty of black fruits on the palate, round, elegant and supple.” Robert Parker

Penfolds Bin 389 2006, Australia
Created by the legendary Max Schubert, the mind behind of PenfoldsGrange, Bin 389 is often referred to as 'Poor Man's Grange' in partbecause components of the wine are matured in the same barrels thatheld the previous vintage of Grange.

Penfolds RWT 2005, Australia
"Rich, ripe and focused, with a lovely purity to the blackberry, dark plum and sweet spice flavors, playing against bittersweet chocolate notes on the long, expressive finish. “93 points The Wine Spectator”

Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet 2005, Australia
full-flavored style with excellent varietal fruit, balanced oak. (375 ml)

Nickel & Nickel, Ponzo Vineyard 2005, Russian River Valley
Abundant fruit aromas and opens with its traditional raspberry flavors fully pronounced with layers of white pepper, vanilla and spice that are characteristic of this vineyard. Sweet and round, this wine expands on the palate giving a mouthful of jammy richness. The warm, toasty oak surrounds the sweet impressions that carry on and linger to produce a long, balanced finish.

Rubicon Estate, Edizione Pennino 2005, California
“rich and zesty, but still graceful. Appealing aromas of wild berry and freshly cracked pepper lead to complex, layered plum, smoky sage and cedar oak flavors that should be slowly savored . Score 90.” Wine Spectator

Joel Gott 2007, Oakville, California
“Boasts fabulous ripeness along with a full-bodied, tarry, briery nose revealing plenty of pepper, spice, black cherries, and berry fruit. Rated 90.” Robert Parker

Cline Live Oak 2007, Contra Costa County
Intense aromas of sweet berries, spice, coffee and notes of licorice burst forth from the glass.

Seghesio Cortina 2006, Dry Creek Valley, California
Savory, spicy, white pepper infusion and briery, black raspberry/currant essence. Classic.

Porter Bass 2005, Russian River, California
We couldn’t find a word about it from any of our usual sources so let us just say by way of description that this wine begins with a pepper explosion in your mouth. Bio-dynamic vineyard.

Ridge Lytton Springs 2006, California
Old vine character. Blackberry fruit flavors with American oak spice.

Kokomo “Perotti Vineyards” 2005, Dry Creek Valley, California
This wine is pure Zinfandel—a raspberry forward flavor and a spicy complex finish.

Sin Zin 2008, Alexander Valley, California
"Easily Alexander Valley Vineyards' best known wine, the "Sin Zin" is a hedonistic affair year in and year out. Tons of boysenberry and strawberry fruit on the nose and palate, backed by fresh ground black pepper notes Fun and food-friendly; live it up with this fabulously sinful zin.” Robert Parker Parker Try a little sin. (375-wee bottle)

Hand selected for you by the Oteiza Brothers
What we learned when researching wines from Chile-
Previously identified as Merlot, Carménère was rediscovered in 1994 as its own unique varietal, probably brought over from Bordeaux in the late 19th century. This grape, often referenced as “the lost Bordeaux” grape, is full-bodied and profoundly colored. Carménère is today celebrated as Chile's signature grape, exhibiting the structure of a great Cabernet Sauvignon with the lush elegance of fine Merlot.

Chono Carmenere 2006, Maipo Valley, Chile
Chono is a unique small-batch winery named after an extinct Chilean tribe, a hardy group of ancient people who braved the rough conditions of the rugged islands that make up Chile's southern tip. This carmenere is a dark exotic wine. Boysenberry, spice, leather and tobacco. Rustic finish of dark fruit. Organic/Sustainably farmed

Odfjell Armador Carmenere 2007, Chile
Deep, dark garnet color with an opaque, almost black appearance. The first impression of this Carmenère is one of damson plums followed by the gradual emergence of blackberries and raspberries, together with liquorice, coffee, black pepper, tobacco and cigar box. ?On the palate the wine is elegant, smooth and well structured with refreshing acidity highlighted by long flavors of black fruit and cedary spice.

Casa La Postolle Cuvee Alexander Merlot 2006, Chile
Apalta's vineyard fruit expression as its best. Plums, cherries, blackberries and blackcurrant with sweet spices coming from elegant French oak aromas. Black spices from the Carmenere gives a unique and complex addition.

Cousino-Macul Antiguas Reservas Cabernet 2007, Chile
This is a nice earthy, full-flavored cab. Tobacco, leather and a little cherry make up the nose. The palate is luscious with strawberry, cherry, pepper and mineral flavors. Nice, silky tannins. Sustainably Farmed.

Concha y Toro Don Melchor Cabernet 2006, Chile
Winemakers Notes : Ripe plums, cassis, chocolate and tobacco, accompanied with notes of vanilla on the nose. Elegant, full-bodied with mature tannins, which make the wine complex and pleasant. "A dark, muscular style, with black currant, braised fig, maduro tobacco, bittersweet cocoa and loam notes that all roll together through the dense but polished finish. There's impressive power for the vintage, along with precision and balance.” 96 Points Wine Advocate

Pierre Gaillard Saint-Joseph Cote Belley 2007
Loads of black pepper note on the nose and palate. Suggestions of huckleberry and licorice show a juicy depth and edge. “Baby” Côte Rôtie in terms of concentration and sheer material.

Domaine De La Solitude Cotes Du Rhone 2006
Given the brilliance of this estate’s Chateauneuf du Papes, it is not surprising that they have also turned out a delicious, attractive, elegant, deep, berry fruit-filled Cotes du Rhone. Velvety texture as well as wonderful length for a wine of this pedigree.

Paul Autard Cotes du Rhone 2006
Red cherry like bouquet with hints of spice. Spicy raspberry flavor.

Paul Autard Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2005
The 2005 has turned out to be a beauty. Dark ruby/purple to the rim with a flamboyant black currant, sweet cherry, floral, licorice, and spicy nose, the wine is deep, full-bodied, with supple tannins and long, heady glycerin and extract in the supple finish. 90 Points Robert Parker

J.Vidal Fleury Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2004
Beautiful deep crimson color, powerful and complex bouquets with lots of spices and ripe fruits. Rich, full-bodied, beefy, with soft tannins. A long finish recalling cinnamon and ripe plums.

Chateau de Vaudieu Chateuneuf-du-Pape 2005
Black cherry, lavender, cocoa powder nuances abound along with more subtle peppery and mineral nuances. A perfect Rhone red to enjoy now.

L’Enclos Gallen 2000 Margaux, France
Complex elegant spicy margaux. Winner of the bronze-Decanter wine awards.

Pierre Amadieu Vacqueyras 2005, France
"La Grangelière" -classic southern Rhône red blend of Grenache and syrah with lush fruity-earthy notes balanced by firm tannins. Highly recommended.

Les Vins De Vienne “La Perdendaille” 2006 France
Grenache Noir. Wonderful dark fruits with black pepper and licorice on the nose. Dark cherries with firm tannins with a hints of minerals. Great structure and balance with a very long finish.

Giuseppe Contratto Barolo Tenuta Secolo Cerequio 2000, Piedmont
Brilliant ruby garnet hue. Attractive sandelwood, mineral, and anise nose. Wild, olivery finish.

Tenute Marchese Antinori Chianti Riserva 2003
Round and rich, with vanilla, berry and meat character. Lots of tar and spice on the finish.

Copertino Riserva 2001, Puglia
Predominantly Negro Amaro with a small percentage of Malvasia Nera, Copertino is a delight. Good acidity and supple tannins.

Castello di Gabbiano Alleanza 2006, Tuscany
Aromas of violets and black cherries with fragrant hints of nutmeg, tobacco and licorice fill the nose. This is a beautiful wine.

Produttori Barbaresco 2008
The 2008 Langhe Nebbiolo shows gorgeous depth and purity in a core of dark fruit, spices and minerals. The finish is long and polished. Rated 90” Robert Parker

Colosi Rosso 2006, Sicily
“This is a delicious wine with a generous core of fruit, and an engaging, compelling personality. I was utterly seduced by its purity, sweetness and length in fact I had a hard time putting my glass down.” Robert Parker, Wine Advocate

Seral, Michele Castellani Covina Rosso Veronese 2004
"Seral" means Sergio in the local Veronese dialect and therefore this wine is named after Sergio Castellani, owner and winemaker of the estate. The wine consists of 100% Corvina Veronese the same local varietal used for the famous Amarone wine. A nicely balanced red, with fresh berry and light spicy oak character. Velvety tannins and a tasty finish of fruit and mineral.

Sagrantino di Montefalco Benincasa 2003
Iintense ruby color and opens to the nose with a definite blackberry sensation. It is extremely full-bodied and structured--reveals a dry, ample and powerful flavor with optimal length.

Argiano Brunello Di Montalcino 2003
“Dark cherries, tobacco, earthiness and underbrush. The Brunello spent a year in used French oak barrels followed by a year in cask. Notes of crushed flowers, spices and sweet toasted oak waft out of the glass, followed by layers of dark red fruit. Rated 91.’ Robert Parker

Salcheto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2004
Opens with expressive aromatics that lead to notes of crushed flowers, tobacco, smoke and dark raspberries. It offers considerable polish in a medium-bodied, feminine style.

Grattamacco Bolgheri Rosso 2004, Tuscany
Enticing aromatics along with plenty of clean, focused fruit with excellent length and balance.

Ornellaia 2006, Tuscany
Flows from the glass in a profound expression of ripe, dark fruit. Layers of minerals, cassis, tar, sweet herbs and French oak emerge, add further complexity. Combines the richness of the vintage with superb freshness and awesome balance. Rated 97. Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia 2006, Tuscany
A rich, sumptuous wine bursting with ripe dark fruit, smoke, tobacco, grilled herbs, new leather, minerals and tar. The wine possesses superb density and explosive, utterly irresistible personality. Rated 94. Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

Tommasi Poggio Al Tufo 2006, Maremma, Tuscany
Aromas of plum and berry, a vanilla and chocolate aftertaste. Sangiovese/Cabernet Sauvignon.

Sassicaia 2004
Ethereal nose. Intense aromas of ripe red cherry, smoke, leather and black truffle, with a pretty mineral element nuance and clarity. Velvety-smooth, ripe and rich on entry, then awash with mid-palate flavors of red cherry, smoky red plum, cassis, spices, bay leaf, roasted coffee bean and dark chocolate. The best young Sassicaia in years. “Rated 94” Wine Spectator

Ruffino Modus 2005
Cherries and plums hints of spice, sweet tobacco, toasted wood. Ethereal notes on the finish.

Il Borro 2004
Elegant nose, fragrant black cherries, licorice, sweet toasted oak. Rated 91.” Robert Parker

Tignanello Villa Antinori 1998
“classic bouquet of berry fruit, new saddle leather, underbrush, earth, and toast. Medium to full-bodied and a firm, classic style. 91 rating”Robert Parker “A velvety and caressing red, with tobacco, berry, and cherry character….long, delicious aftertaste.” Wine Spectator

Antinori Solaia 2003
Essence of blackberry jam, licorice, cassis, tar and minerals in a ripe, heady expression of the vintage. Richly sumptuous on the palate, beautiful, expansive. Terrific length. Stunning balance. It is sure to deliver much gratification over the next decade or so. 93 points.”Robert Parker

Berberana Number One Shiraz-Tempranillo, 2005
Chewy plum and berry flavors along with a finishing wave of vanilla, chocolate and coconut.

Senorio de Barahonda “Carro” Tinto 2008
Unoaked. Beautiful floral blackberry and mineral scents with a beefy note on the back end. Full, rich and meaty, with ripe blackberry, cassis and plum flavors.

Vina Herminia Excelsus Rioja 2005
Dark ruby-colored, it offers notes of smoky oak, bright red and black fruits, and blackberry leading to a supple-textured, forward wine with the emphasis on fruit.

Cellar de l’Encastell “Marge” 2006, Priorat
“60% Garnacha, 14% Syrah, 13% Merlot, and 13% Cabernet Sauvignon aged for 8 months in French and American oak. Purple-colored with a ruby rim, it has an enticing nose of lavender, violets, garrigue, cherry and blueberry which jumps from the glass. Smooth textured, spicy, and full-flavored, the wine has terrific depth and length. Rated 92.” Robert Parker

Clos Martinet 2003, Priorat
The 2003 Clos Martinet ratchets it up to another level. Opaque purple in color, it has an expressive nose of vanilla, scorched earth, plums, black cherries, and blueberries. It is nearly seamless with light, ripe and well integrated tannin. The finish is long and pure. Rated 93. Robert Parker

Harveys Bristol Cream Sherry 6 glass
Features flavors of roasted nuts and raisins, with a spicy finish.

Lustau Gran Reserva Very Rare Oloroso "Emperatriz Eugenia" 8 glass
Despite its strength, its concentration and its immense flavors of smoky wood, prunes and bitter chocolate, this fine rare wine is smooth and warming leaving a clean, lightly acid lingering aftertaste. Awarded Gold Medal and Sherry Trophy at IWC 2005.

Tio Pepe Palomino Fino 7 glass

In order for us to be able to offer fine vintage ports by the glass we must request a three glass minimum in order to open the bottle. Thank you for understanding and enjoy!

Porto Rocha White Port 5 glass
Served on the rocks with a twist of lemon. Refreshing.

Quinta de Agua Alta Vintage 1990 12 glass (minimum 3)
“The opaque black/purple-colored 1990 Agua Alta exhibits an intense fragrance of black fruits and chocolate, full body, admirable power and richness, and is significantly more concentrated than the 1991 Vintage. It is also less evolved and in need of 5-10 years of cellaring. It is a 25-30 year port. Very impressive !” Rated 92.” Robert Parker

Tawny Port 8 glass
“This 10-year old blend is unquestionably the finest Tawny Port I have tasted in years. What makes it profound is its complex fragrance of roaste

Cockburn 20-Year-Old Tawny Port
Blend of older, mature wines aged in cask and then refreshed by the addition of younger wines. The indicated age is the average age of the wines in the blend. These wines exhibit a silky smoothness from the cask aging and are ready to enjoy upon release. The constant blending and re-blending assures a consistent style. Shows a complex, nutty, spicy, aromatic nose, with a smoothness achieved through many years in wood.

Ficklin Vineyards Port 18 wee bottle (375)
"Spicy, dark, ripe plum fruit flavor, with the beginning of complexity ­ perfectly balanced fruit, to sweetness, to alcohol...I really don't think you can buy a more satisfying bottle of Port anywhere for less money." Jerry Mead, "Mead on Wine" Half bottle

Fonseca Bin 27
Well-knit structure, rich, velvety full body and luscious blackcurrant and cherry flavors, also evident in the nose, carry into an intense, lingering finish.

Graham’s “Six Grapes” Reserve Port 7 glass
Seductive, rich aroma of ripe plums, cherries and dark chocolate notes. Complex, with an excellent structure and a long, lingering finish. Six Grapes is one of Graham's original Port blends—a very full-bodied, luscious wine drawn from the same vineyards as Graham's Vintage Ports. Blended from two or three years' harvests, the wine is an average of five to six years old when it is lightly filtered and bottled. Pairs particularly well with dark chocolate, but is also fantastic on its own as a luscious dessert in a glass. Rated 91.” Wine & Spirits 38 bottle / 7 glass

Graham’s Vintage Port 2003 15 glass (minimum 3)
“Violets, roses, spices, and candied dark fruits emanate from the glass of the murky black/purple colored 2003 Graham Vintage Port. After four days of air, this wine’s aromatics sweetened further, displaying jammy blackberry and blueberry scents. Bold, full-bodied, and expansive, the Graham benefited the most from extensive contact with air of all the 2003s tasted for this report. This opulently jammy wine assaults the palate with powerful yet soft layers of oily, candied red fruits as well as notes of tar and hints of mocha. A highly concentrated effort, it is creamy textured, suave, and reveals an admirably long finish filled with additional layers of dark fruits intermingled with spices. Projected maturity: 2030-2055. Rated 95. “ Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

Portal Porto Colheita, 1994
Colheita Ports are wines from a single vintage that are aged in wood for several years and can only be sold after they have attained 7 years of age. While they age, their young, fruity and fresh aromas develop through oxidation to create a bouquet marked by the aroma of dried fruit, toasting, wood and spices. “A rare category, Colheita Ports are vintage wines aged in barrel (this was aged for eight years before bottling in 2002). This gives a wine with huge concentration, dense flavors of sweet plums. The wood aging has softened the tannins, meaning it is ready to drink – 90.” Wine Enthusiast

Quinta do Noval Colheita 1995

Quinta do Noval Colheita 1976

Ramos Pinto Vintage Port 2000 12 glass (minimum 3)
This seductive, sexy, accessible, forward vintage port with hints of smoke, earth, licorice. Sweet, layered, and full-bodied.” date for the port of the vintage.” “Rated 98.” Robert Parker

Taylor Fladgate 10-Year-Old Tawny Port 8 glass
“It is my opinion that Taylor's tawny ports are the best of their type. When tasted against other tawnys, they exhibit more aromatic personalities, greater fruit and ripeness, and a wonderful sweetness and length. The Ten Year Old Tawny is a personal favorite. Rated 93.” Robert Parker

Warre’s Otima 10 Ten Year Old Tawny 8 glass
"A ripe and rich tawny. Loads of caramel, honey and dried fruits, with just a hint ofDouro bake, or iodine character. Full-bodied, sweet and very toffee-like on the palate. Long finish. Dying for nuts and Stilton." 90 points Wine Spectator (500ml) 45 / 8

Ceretto Moscato d'Asti Santo Stefano 2007, Italy
sweet, white wine, the dessert wine par excellence--it has an intensely fruity, aromatic and very persistent nose, while its sweet flavor is perfectly balanced with its low alcoholic content (5% vol.) and its acidity, which is never very high but provides the product with an inviting freshness. This is a lovely dessert wine— (.375 ml) 25

Inniskillin Oak aged Vidal Icewine 2005, Niagra Penninsula, Canada
Has purity and a supple texture, offering a foil for the apricot, passion fruit and dried citrus elements. Nicely balanced between sweet and tart, this leaves a mouthwatering impression. 90 rating Wine Spectator

Susana Balbo, Virtuoso, Late Harvest Malbec 2005, Argentina
It is lush and brimming with ripe black cherry and plum flavors with violets and a hint of spice. At only 14% alcohol and 120 grams/liter of residual sugar, it is the perfect after dinner wine. (500 ml)