McGonigel's Mucky Wine List

Taittinger Prelude Grand Cru , NV, France.
Floral and elderflower scents are offset by spice and cinnamon notes. On the palate, the wine shows 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 celebrated part of the Champagne culture –Krug Grande Cuvée is timeless. It is abreathtaking champagne--a sensationaltaste experience. Wonderfully creamy with a long, lingering finish that is both nutty and toasty.

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Bottle, 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.

GH Mumm Cordon Rouge, NV, France.The nose develops aromas of lemon andgrapefruit, with notes of white peach, apricot,and apple. Lingering notes of vanilla, dried fruit and honey. “Toasty, rich and creamy, with vanilla, hazelnut and citrus notes weaving throughthe rich texture--a lovely, mouthwatering finish.”
” 90 rating” Wine Spectator .

Dom Perignon, France.
The unique Dom Perignon style: rich creamy mousse, fine bubbles, a spirited, crisp opening leading into a broad palette of aromas and tastes. Each Cuvee Dom Perignon is cellar-aged for 6 to 8 years. The nose has fine intensity with classic aromas of apples, pears, vanilla, hazelnut, toast, and yellow-plum jam. 1999 Vintage

Roederer Cristal, 2000, France
Cristal, the Champagne created by the special request of Tsar Alexander II of Russia, is one of the worlds most famous and respected prestige cuvees. Honeyed style, with citrus flavors. Mature coffee and roasted nut accents are peeking through, with a robust structure and a dried citrus aftertaste “ 91 rating” Wine Spectator 380.00

Roederer Cristal, 1999, France
” One of the finest Champagnes I have ever brought to my lips, the 1999 Cristal bursts from the glass with fresh hazelnut and apple scents. Elegant, deep, and silky-textured, this medium to full-bodied beauty is immensely concentrated, pure, packed with apple flavors, and astoundingly long in the finish.” “Rated 98” Robert Parker  

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. Enjoy White Star as a prelude to dinner and continue all the way through to dessert.

Perrier-Jouet, Grand Brut, NV, France.
Spicy yeast complexity on the nose with a lime-citrus freshness. Lively, long, elegant with great acid backbone. 22.00 (187 ml-wee bottle)

Gosset Grand Rose Brut, NV , France
A rose Champagne for the serious Champagne lover. A generous assertive bouquet redolent of small red fruit, with just a hint of spiciness. Dry, elegant flavor that is lively, delicate and yet intense.

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. B ond, James Bond and Bollinger.

Gruet Rose, NV, New Mexico
This nearly garnet Rosé, is aged 24 months en tirage. It has a lovely, bright floral bouquet with hints of strawberry, raspberry, and cherry. It is rich and fruity in a dry, Brut style. The flavor of berries continues on the palate, revealing more strawberry, raspberry, cherry. The taste is creamy and complex with a wonderful rich Pinot Noir nose. Fine bubbles reveal the red fruit aromas.

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

Chandon Brut, NV, California
| Nutty flavors with hints of brioche build to a refreshing dry finish. The wine delivers complex apple and pear characteristics accented by citrus spice over notes of almond and caramel in the bouquet. (1.5 liter)

Roederer Estate Anderson Valley, NV, California
Roederer Estate Anderson Valley Brut builds on the 200-year winemaking tradition established by Champagne Louis Roederer in France. Carrying on with the Roeder tradition special oak-aged reserve wines are added to each blend. According to the
Wine Spectator Chandon is “smooth, rich and creamy, with spicy pear, fig, melon and honeysuckle flavors—fresh and lively, ending with a tasty burst of ripe fruit.

Rosa Regale, NV, Italy. A party in a glass!
This sweet sparkling wine with its low alcohol (7 percent) is a gem with stunning flavors. Made from the Brachetto grape, the wine has a beautiful light ruby color with incredible aromas of rose petal, red raspberry, cranberry, and strawberry. The delicious sweet red raspberry flavor enjoys a tangy finish. Do not miss this wine. It is perfect with a dark chocolate dessert like our chocolate mousse. Outstanding! (187ml-wee bottle)

Kenwood Cuvee Brut Yalupa Sparkling
California
A light and refreshing, well-balanced sparkling wine with fruit flavors and aromas of citrus, pear and peaches, followed by a nuance of spice. Kenwood Yulupa Cuvee Brut is a medium-dry sparkling wine made in the traditional methode champenoise style. This sparkling wine is a blend of classic grape varieties from select vineyards taking advantage of fruit sourced from the diverse microclimates of California. (187ml - wee bottle)

Blackstone Merlot, 2005, California
Rich fruit aromas, elegant creaminess, supple oak flavors and round tannins— a wine that is rich, elegant and full of luscious fruit flavors. (375 ml)

J. Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet, 2002, California
Vibrant, dark cherry aroma with hints of raspberry, forming a base for other characters of cocoa, tar, and vanilla. The wine has a full structure and a lingering finish. Try this with our Johnny K. Steak Kabob. (375 ml) 

Renwood "Old Vine" Zin, 2004, California From Amador County
Winery Notes: The Old Vine Zinfandel is deep ruby in color. The bouquet consists of brown sugar, caramel, sage, eucalyptus, and bursting with dark berry fruit. The flavor is a sumptuous blend of warm blackberries on the forward, with a hint of dried fruit, finishing with sweet fleshy tannins. (375 ml)

Ironstone Chardonnay, 2001, California
Crisp, lively, tropical nose, with refreshing flavors of pineapple and mountain-ripe apples, balanced with mild acidity. (375 ml)

Dynamite Vineyards Cabernet , 2004, North Coast, California
Rich, velvety smooth showing rich black currant, blackberry and plum aromas with mocha and toast nuances leading to flavors of concentrated black fruits and dark chocolate supplemented by ripe, sweet tannins on the long finish. Try it with our yummy Muenster cheeseburgers. (375 ml)

Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet, 2004, Australia
The dense purple color accompanies scents of blackberries, truffles, old leather, licorice, and pepper. Heady ripeness with a long finish. (375 ml)

Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay, 2005 Napa Valley, California.
Wine Spectator: "Serves up an appealing mix of earthy citrus, ripe pear and green apple flavors that are well-focused and unobstructed by oak. Finishes with a rich, clean aftertaste. 89 Rating.”
Winery tasting notes: fresh, forward, ripe Granny Smith apple, pear and melon fruit accented by mineral, subtle yeast and warm oak spice tones. Full and lush on the palate, with a mouth-filling texture, the multi-layered apple and pear flavors are enriched by subtle yeast and toasty oak tones that extend into a very long finish.

Mer Soleil Silver Unoaked 2006, California
Fresh and tangy with vibrant peach, nectarine and citrus flavors that are clean and refreshing. From the team that produces Caymus

Morgan Metallico, 2006, Santa Lucia
Include apricot, green apple, lemon, creamy, orange blossoms, nectarine, mineral, and honey. The wine finishes crisply with a mineral note and a moderately creamy texture, and works well with poultry and other light fare. 

Francis Coppola Chardonnay, 2005, California.
The Gold Label Chardonnay delivers enticing aromas of golden apple and exotic fruits. Brimming with flavors of sweet pineapple, pear, and lush guava, this rich, silky wine finishes with a touch of vanilla from French oak barrel aging.

Murphy Goode Chardonnay, 2005, Sonoma, California.
This wine is barrel fermented in the traditional white wine Murphy-Goode combination of French and American oak barrels. The apricot and pear aromas and flavors of this clean, fresh Chardonnay highlighted with just the right hint of oak.

Kendall Jackson, 2006, Sonoma, California
Bursting with tropical flavors such as mango and pineapple. Delightful aromas and flavors of peach, Gala apple, lemon, lime, and pear are layered with butterscotch and subtle toasty oak. Creamy and lush, yet dry and balanced with a long, lingering finish.

Murphy Goode Chardonnay, 2005, Sonoma, California.
This wine is barrel fermented in the traditional white wine Murphy-Goode combination of French and American oak barrels. The apricot and pear aromas and flavors of this clean, fresh Chardonnay highlighted with just the right hint of oak.

Ironstone Chardonnay, 2001, California
Crisp, lively, tropical nose, with refreshing flavors of pineapple and mountain-ripe apples, balanced with mild acidity. (375 ml)

Acacia, 2006, Carneros
Gains complexity and depth, starting from a mix of honeysuckle, spice, melon and yellow apple. Well-proportioned, clean and vibrant, with extra dimensions unfolding on the finish.

Sonoma Cutrer, 2005, 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. The wine is clean with a wonderful acid backbone, and it expands from your first sip to your last, offering flavors of citrus, grapefruit, lemon, pear, and kumquat, with subtle vanilla bean and a bit of herbal mushroom. It has a lingering memorable finish with hints of mineral and apple, lime and a wonderful touch of strawberry. 

Geyser Peak Sauvignon Blanc , 2006, California
Aromas of grapefruit, gooseberry, and fresh-mown grass. A generous, fruit-forward palate of grapefruit and citrus flavors balanced by crisp, bright acidity. Snappy, lingering finish.

Cakebread Cellars Sauvignon Blanc, 2004, Napa, California
Fresh, brisk aromas of lime, kiwi, grapefruit, gooseberry, and hay. The wine's vibrant citrus, guava and melon flavors benefit from a firm underpinning of acidity and a refreshing minerality that asserts itself in the finish. Firm, spicy fruit with fresh lemon and lemon grass scents. Pairs well with wide range of seafood, poultry, and salad dishes.

Robert Mondavi Fume Blanc, 2005, Napa Valley, California
The name Fume Blanc for a wine made from Sauvignon Blanc was the inspiration of Robert Mondavi. Introduced in 1968, it continues to be one of Robert Mondavi’s most popular wines. Vibrant pineapple, tropical fruit, and honeydew fruit character, with complex floral and mineral nuances.
Awarded Class Champion at the Houston Livestock show and Rodeo.

Livio FellugaPinot Grigio, 2006, Italy
Elegant, ample and complex with notes of wild rose and acacia flowers; hints of tropical fruit, peach, apricot, licorice, anise, and white pepper. A good match for fish.

Santi Pinot Grigio, 2006, Italy
Aromas of white flowers, yellow apple, lemon, citrus and almond paste; similar flavors; dense texture and nice finish; simple but quaffable.

Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio, 2006, Italy
Clean, intense aroma and dry flavor of pleasant golden apple. (750 ml / (375 ml-wee bottle)

Pighin Pinot Grigio, 2005, Italy
Peachy stone fruit flavors mark this delicately expressive wine which shows classic floral and hazelnut nuances, a clean, silky texture and a fine, crisp finish which confirms the palate. Delicate floral and white fruit aroma with a fresh, elegant finish.

Bridlewood Viognier, 2006, Santa Barbara County, California
Viognier is quickly becoming the next loved white by many. A somewhat unknown varietal here in the United States, Viognier’s popularity has grown tremendously in the last few years due to its versatility, intense aromatics, and bright fruit flavors. While its name is a mouthful, so is the wine--just say…vee-own-yay. This is a luscious treat that displays how Viognier can be, both, big and rich, yet soft and supple. A perfect wine for pairing with rich foods.

Osborne Solaz Blanco, 2006, Spain
Osborne founded in 1772, is one of the most prestigious winemaking families in Spain. Its famous bull icon dots the Spanish landscape. A clean brilliant wine with fruity and floral aromas and a fresh structured taste.  

Fess Parker Reisling , Santa Barbara
Sweet citrus with strong pineapple and grapefruit notes.

Boutari Moschofilero, 2006, Greece
(mo-sko- feel-ero) a delightful wine that is crisp, and refreshing with enticing citrus, floral and melon aromas. This is a lovely wine.

Beringer White Zinfandel, 2006, California
When making Beringer’s 2006 White Zinfandel, the focus was to highlight the fresh red berry, citrus and melon aromas and flavors and round these out with subtle hints of nutmeg and clove.

Rutherford Hill Rose of Merlot, 2004, Napa, California
Brilliant ruby hue with aromas of cranberry, strawberry, honeysuckle, and vanilla. Brisk and refreshing, reminiscent of fresh strawberries, raspberries and plums. Enjoy with grilled fish, chicken, salads or as an aperitif.

Banfi Chianti Classico Riserva , 2004 , Italy
Aged two years in Slovenian oak casks, this elegant, well-balanced wine has flavors of vanilla, cocoa, and spice. This is Rusty’s favorite.

Chianti Classico Badia Passignano, 1996, Italy
100% Sangiovese This serious and concentrated wine reveals a dark ruby color, and, initially, a restrained aromatic of attractive black cherry and leather-scented fruit. In the mouth, the wine is somewhat austere, but cleanly made, with medium body, and a ripe, dusty, strawberry/cherry fruitiness. Rated 85.” Robert Parker.

Boroli "Anna" Langhe, 2003, Italy
Ruby red hinting at purple-discreet aromas of new leather, earth, and spice, red and black berries, and flowers.

Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Riserva, Il Veluto, 1997, Italy
A Valpolicella is transformed into an Amarone by the Appassimento process where the best grapes are left to dry for three to four months, turning to raisins, before being pressed and slowly fermented. Il Velluto's Amarone Riserva is a blend of Corvina (70%), Rondinella (20%), and Molinara (10%) that spent 18 months in Slovenian oak barrels. Amarone fans must not miss this wine with its tremendous smoothness and depth.
"Il Veluto" means "the Velvet one" in Italian.
Tasting Notes: A garnet colored wine with a rich nose of raisin and herb aromas. On the palate, it is full of rich red fruit and sweet plum and raisin flavors and a concentrated herb and spice core. This is a classic Amarone, smooth and silky with a long finish. This elegant wine has great finesse, exquisite with red meat, game, and mature cheeses or as an after dinner wine. “91 Rating” Wine Enthusiast

Brunello di Montalcino, 1998, Italy
A wine of robust character, it possesses a rich garnet color, and a depth, complexity, and opulence that is softened by an elegant, lingering aftertaste. Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino`s regal qualities work well with roasts, hearty stews, and rich powerful cheeses—so try with our Beef Guinness or Ploughman’s Lunch.
"Loads of minerals and dried flowers behind the ripe fruit and raisins. Full-bodied, with smooth, silky tannins and a long fruity, berry, almost fresh herb aftertaste. An exceptional wine." “92 Rating” Wine Spectator

Cum Laude, 2002, Italy. Cum Laude is characterized by a rich color andsoft, ripe fruit flavors. A breathtakingly generous, world-class super-Tuscan.
As a full-bodied red with dense tannins, it marries well with hearty stews, pasta dishes, and cheeses, such as our Beef Guinness or Ploughman's Lunch.

“Irresistibly luscious.” - F. Paul Pacult - Delta Airline’s Sky Magazine

“Elegant, Margaux-like finish." - Quarterly Review of Wines

“90 rating” Wine Spectator

Ruffino Modus, Tuscany , 2000, Italy
The 2000 Modus, the house version of a modern Tuscan classic, Sangiovese and Cabernet, is dark in color, with oak, abundant black currant and blackberry fruit along with the sandalwood and cloves, well concentrated but round and supple in texture. Robert Parker “Score 90”

Sassicaia 2004 , Italy
Deep ruby. Absolutely ethereal nose offers intense yet refined 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. Bright acids and silky-smooth tannins give this extraordinary wine extra lift and precision. Compared to recent vintages, this is a far richer and plumper yet extremely refined version of Sassicaia at a similar stage of its development. The finish goes on for minutes, highlighted by an enchanting mineral quality. The best young Sassicaia in years. Ian D'Agata, International Wine Cellar
“Shows aromas of chocolate, currant and blackberry, with a hint of Spanish cedar. Full-bodied, with firm, velvety tannins and a long finish. Racy and very well-structured. Builds on the palate. Rated 94”. Wine Spectator

Antinori Solaia, 2003
reveals the essence of blackberry jam, licorice, cassis, tar and minerals in a super-ripe, heady expression of the vintage. Richly sumptuous on the palate, this beautiful, expansive Solaia offers terrific length as well as stunning balance with plenty of style. It is sure to deliver much gratification over the next decade or so. 93 points.” Robert Parker
Fantastic aromas of crushed blackberry, licorice and strawberry. Full-bodied, with rich, velvety tannins and a long, fruity finish. Fruit-forward and exciting. 95 Wine Specator

Tignanello Villa Antinori, 1998, Italy
The original Super Tuscan.
“The 1998 offers a classic bouquet of berry fruit, new saddle leather, underbrush, earth, and toast. Medium to full-bodied, good delineation, and a firm, classic style, it requires 2-3 years of cellaring--should drink well for 15-16 years. 91 rating” Robert Parker

Wine Spectator: “A velvety and caressing red, with tobacco, berry, and cherry character. Medium- to full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a long, delicious aftertaste. Best after 2002.”  

 


Il Borro Toscana, 2002, Italy
“Il Borro is owned by the Ferragamo family of haute couture fame. This is a brand new winery built with one purpose in mind, to make extraordinary wine. Il Borro has bright aromas of plums and raspberry jam. Full-bodied, with round and soft tannins and a medium finish. Toasted oak and berry aftertaste. “90 rating” Wine Spectator

Firesteed Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley , 2000, Oregon
Winery tasting notes: Aromas of freshly ground coffee beans and black cherries. Deep, ripe raspberry, plum, and bakers chocolate flavors grace the palate. The wine has silky tannins with a generous finish.

Chalone Pinot Noir, 2006, California
Winery Tasting Notes: The wine features rich aromas of tart black cherries with hints of both clove and nutmeg. Ripe flavors of raspberries and cola follow on the palate. A small amount of Petite Sirah adds richness, giving the wine additional weight.

Picket Fence Pinot Noir, 2005, Russian River California
“This wine has an elegant, fruit forward style, with lots of mouthwatering Bing cherry and raspberry flavor. Its fruit, coupled with the velvety texture, make this a superlative example of Russian River Pinot.” - Don Van Staaveren, wine maker

Chanson Bourgogne, 2005, Burgundy, France
Grapes are exclusively sourced from select vineyards in Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. Ruby red with purple tinges. Intense, fresh aromas of red berries (raspberry and red-currant). This wine is fleshy with a nice aromatic combination of red berries. It is lively, well-structured and complex.

Marques de Caseres, 2004 , Spain

Deliciously fresh with lush fruit and a very pleasant fullness highlighted by nicely ripened tannins.

Raymond Reserve, 2003, Napa, California
Smooth, elegant and rich with blackberry and current flavors with hints of spice and toasty oak. Showing the classic Cabernet character of upper-Napa Valley, this refined and subtle wine will continue to develop in the bottle as the tanninss often and dissipate.

Coppola Claret, 2004, California
“It's as rich as blackberry pie, juicy and fat yet nicely dry.” Wine Enthusiast
This Black Label Claret reveals a deep garnet color and enticing aromas of dark chocolate, anise, and sweet spices. Rich, lively flavors of succulent blackberry, currant, and wild strawberry wrapped in soft, smooth tannins.

Beaulieu Vineyards, Napa Valley, 2004, California
Strong aromas of black cherry, anise, and dark cocoa enhanced by a hint of vanilla. Fully ripe, earthy Cabernet fruit with a hint of dusty minerals.

Silver Oak, 2003, Alexander Valley, California
The Silver Oak Cellars 2003 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is an elegant, highly expressive wine that displays great complexity due to the multifaceted climatic conditions of the harvest season. The wine is dark ruby with a purple to red edge. It displays bright aromas of black cherry, dark chocolate, black tea, allspice, and ginger. In the mouth, it has 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. Properly cellared, it should give drinking pleasure until 2026.

Beringer Private Reserve, 2000, Napa, California
”Rating 89 points” Robert Parker
"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 an elegant, pretty, pure Cabernet to enjoy over the next 7-10 years."
Rich and concentrated. Firmly tannic, complex and well-crafted - Wine Spectator

Beaulieu Vineyards, Georges De Latour Private Reserve, 2004, Napa, California
This age-old classic begins with sawdust aromas and hints of mint and green bean. Broad plum, berry and vanilla flavors spread across the wide-open palate, followed by a finish of mocha and coffee. This wine is on the sweet side, with aggressive oak.

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.

Jordan, 2003, Sonoma, California
The bouquet offers subtle notes of cassis, black cherry currant, and chocolate.
Richly textured wine with lush, ripe flavors of blackberry, bing cherry, cassis and raspberry. Slight earthy notes of tobacco and cedar and a subtle framework of oak complete this delicious wine.

Alexander Valley Vineyards, 2005, Alexander Valley, California
a rich, juicy Cab with an expressive nose of cassis and spice. Flavors of black cherry and cocoa dominate this silky wine, but there are also hints of eucalyptus and mint. The 2005 is 90 percent Cabernet Sauvignon with small amounts of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot filling out the remainder of the blend. Estate grown and bottled.

Robert Mondavi Reserve, 2004, Napa Valley, California
Ninth on the Wine Spectator’s 2007 List of Most Exciting Wines.

The 2004 vintage was the very last in which the Robert Mondavi family was involved with the winery, and it produced the best Mondavi Reserve since the 1996. This is a sensational wine from a classic vintage in Napa Valley. Winemaker Genevieve Janssens has brought new luster to this Napa stalwart, and the winery still has access to some of the valley's top Cabernet vineyards. "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. Medium to full-bodied, elegant, but authoritatively flavored, this wine is still young, rich, and very fine. Rating 92 Points” - Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate


Nickel and Nickel Dragonfly, 2003 Napa Valley, St. Helena
Rich, ripe, jammy fruit and plush texture-beautiful garnet color and aromatic perfume reveal the ripeness of this fruit at harvest. Concentrated flavors of strawberry jam, spice, and vanilla wrapped in soft layers of toasty oak. The tannins are supple and long, adding to the warmth and elegance of the wine.

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.

Caymus, 2005, NapaTerrific fruit intensity and purity, meaty, chewy texture, and impressive opulence as well as length. “Rated 92” Robert Parker

Pine Ridge, 2003, Stag’s Leap District, Napa Valley
Intense and concentrated, yet supple, with ripe currant, plum and blackberry fruit that's well-centered. Finishes with a burst of ripe fruit and firm, gritty tannins. Rated 91 - Wine Spectator

Rubicon Cask Cabernet, 2004,Napa Valley, California
Francis Ford Coppola's "baby Rubicon" sourced from the illustrious Inglenook vineyard in Napa Valley. Layers of ripe, red cherry, plum, vanilla, cocoa and toast. The flavor is intense yet supple. Eminently enjoyable now, especially if served with intensely flavored meats or cheeses. (Think Ploughman’s)
“The Rubicon Estate CASK Cabernet Napa Valley is a glamorous wine, tremendous now, and will hold and develop through 2020." Wine Enthusiast 95 points

Goldschmidt Vineyard, 2004 Oakville, California

The 3 acre, Game Ranch Vineyard is situated in the famed Oakville appellation in the heart of the Napa Valley. The wine is exceptional; with the richness and balance that are the hallmarks of world-class wines.

Stags’ Leap, 2004, Napa Valley, California
A classic, reflecting a nearly perfect growing season-the grape clusters were picked at optimal maturity and aged for two years in French oak barrels. The wine was aged in 100 percent French oak barrels (50 percent new) for 24 months. Rich ruby red in color, luscious aromatics of black cherry, blackberries, and plum greet the nose with a slight back note of earth, leather, and bittersweet chocolate. Flavors of plum compote, spice, green tea, and cocoa are the introduction to this wine as velvety, unctuous tannins blend with a juicy, naturally balanced mid-palate of complex structure. Layers of spice, coffee, and cream integrate with fruit notes to the end.

Dynamite, 2004, North Coast, California
Dynamite Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich black currant, blackberry and plum aromas with mocha and toast nuances, leading to flavors of concentrated black fruits and dark chocolate supplemented by ripe, sweet tannins on the long finish. (375 ml-wee bottle)

J. Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet, 2002, California
The wine exhibits a youthful complexion of dark ruby colors with red and purple hues, and has a vibrant, dark cherry aroma with hints of raspberry, forming a base for other characters of cocoa, tar, and vanilla. The wine has a full structure and a lingering finish. (375 ml-wee bottle)

Forefathers, Alexander Valley, 2002, California
This single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley) has soft berry fruit in the front of the palate while the middle has flesh, weight and richness, resulting in both elegance and power. The tannins are balanced, supple, and ripe, leading to a complex wine with multiple layers that are velvety, silky, and seamless from front to back of the mouth.

Atlas Peak, 2004, Napa Valley, California
This is easily their best Cabernet ever. It shows its mountain origins in the tight structure and firm tannins, but they have learned how to push the fruit out, and it is a powerhouse of black currants and cherries. This is a wine to watch carefully. Score 91.” Wine Enthusiast
 

Louis M Martini, Monte Rosso Vineyard, 2000, Sonoma, California
Aroma profiles of sage, blackberry, cassis, pomegranate, sweet anise, green peppercorn, cocoa, and cedar. Very full and opulent with rich, fleshy texture and flavors of clove, blackberry, chocolate and toffee followed by a soft, long finish.

Osborne Dominio Malpica, 2001, Spain
A beautiful cabernet produced in the LaMancha region. The most recognizable product icon in Spain is the Osborne (os-bor-nay) bull.“Smoky, mineral, and herbal notes frame the cherry flavors in this straightforward red. It has the balance and grip for food, and a lingering spicy finish. Rated 85.” Wine Spectator.  

Geyser Peak, 2004, Alexander Valley, California
Classic Alexander Valley aromas of ripe black cherry and blackberry fruit dominate; as the wine opens, hints of mocha add omplexity to the nose. A juicy, round and generous palate harmonizes blackberry and black cherry fruit with toasty oak and a hint of spice. Fine-grained tannins mingle with persistent fruit flavors on the lingering finish.

Blackstone Merlot, 2005, California
Quite simply, Blackstone Merlot is what put our winery on the map, introducing consumers everywhere to the "Blackstone style" * rich fruit aromas, elegant creaminess, supple oak flavors and round tannins. This wine is rich, elegant, and full of luscious fruit flavors. 12.75 (375 ml-wee bottle)

Newton Unfiltered Merlot, 2002, California
Intense, focused and complex, with excellent structure and pure cassis and black cherry–laced fruit that turns fleshy midpalate before the tannins firm up on the finish. The best Merlot from this producer in a while- Rated 90 points.” Wine Spectator

Montes Merlot, 2006, Chile
Elegant, refined and a marked fruitiness with strong, spicy black pepper.  

Frog’s Leap Merlot, 2005, Napa, California
There is an ashy, sage and thyme edge to this ripe young Merlot that actually adds interest to the cherry, blackberry and cranberry aromas, and flavors. The wine is voluptuously rich, almost decadent.

Hall Merlot, 2004, Napa, California
An elegant style, with blackberry, mocha and spice aromas and focused black cherry, roasted coffee and toasty vanilla tones.Rated 86 points.  Wine Spectator

MacRostie Merlot, 2003, Napa, California
Brings together the pure fruit elegance of Merlot with the structure and character derived from blending with a small amount of high quality Cabernet Sauvignon.

Twomey Merlot, 2000, California
|A top-notch, sexy effort in a challenging vintage, Twomey’s 2000 Merlot is a voluptuous, chocolate, coffee, berries, toasty oak, and caramel-scented offering with candied black cherry and currant fruit. It is impossible to resist this decadently-styled blend of 95% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc. Enjoy it over the next decade. Rated 91 Robert Parker

Sterling 3 Palms Reserve Merlot, 2004, California
Presents aromas of black cherry, vanilla, cinnamon, and cloves, with hints of molasses and toasted coconut. Flavors of ripe plum, cherry and hints of blueberry jam, with spicy cinnamon and clove complimented by intense caramel and cocoa elements. Powerful, with a smoothly elegant tannin structure in a lengthy finish.

Rosemont Shiraz, 2005, Australia
A delicious aroma of warm, spicy licorice and brambly berry fruit is interwoven with savory American oak. The palate is richly textured with well-defined, ripe blackberry fruit flavors, soft generous tannins and a long, rich finish.

Concannon Petite Sirah, 2004, Central Coast, California
James Concannon was America's first Irish vintner.
“The dark ruby/purple-tinged 2004 Petite Sirah possesses dusty, loamy soil notes intermixed with black cherry and currant fruit. Surprisingly soft tannin, a good mouthfeel, and fine purity will provide pleasant drinking over the next 4-5 years. Rated 87.“ Robert Parker

Guenoc Petite Sirah, 2005, Lake County, California
Black purple hues embrace blackberry, chocolate and orchid aromas and open into mouth filling flavors that remind one of just how good a petite sirah can be. Fifteen months in American oak endow this lovely wine with sufficient hints of spice and toast to call for an evening by the hearth.

Nickel & Nickel Syrah, 2003, Darien Vineyard Syrah, Russian River Valley, California
The texture of this wine is denser than past vintages with polished tannins that add richness from start to finish. The excellent progression of fruit, spice, toast, and meat that continues into a long, supple finish has become a signature of this vineyard.

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.
“The 2003 Syrah Estate offers sumptuous aromas of berries, camphor, herbs, pepper, and white chocolate, plenty of black fruits on the palate, and a round, medium-bodied, elegant, supple-textured personality. Rated 88.” Robert Parker

Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet, 2004, Australia
Koonunga Hill is very much a reflection of the Penfolds winemaking style and philosophy. Sourced from premium vineyards across South Australia, the wine is known for its full-flavoured style with excellent varietal fruit, firm but well-rounded structure and balanced oak. (375 ml-wee bottle)

Trapice Oak Cask Malbec, 2003, Argentina
Intense and deep red violet color; sweet aromas of blackberry and plum with a touch of black pepper, smoke and vanilla. Velvety texture with soft tannins on the long finish.

Trivento Golden Reserve Malbec, 2003, Argentina
“Trivento’s new top of the range Malbec, the best vineyard sites have been set aside for this splendid wine. Deep color with an intense mint and cherry aroma, rich and concentrated with great length, a very fine Malbec. Rated 90 points.” Wine Spectator

Trapiche “Pedro Gonzales “ Malbec, 2004, Argentina
“This is one of three new single-vineyard Malbecs from venerable Trapiche, and it proves that with rich, old-vine fruit winemaker Daniel Pi can make ultramodern vino that will please New World palates the world over. This particular bottling is a potent brew of well-oaked juice that shows wintergreen, menthol and a ton of blackberry, black cherry and coffee. It isn't fooling around, that's for sure.”

Editors' Choice 91 Points Wine Enthusiast

Terrazas Afincado Malbec, 2003, Argentina
On the palate it has impressive structure and body, highly concentrated with a complex and well-rounded character, aromatic notes fill the mouth and persist wonderfully, making for an elegant wine which is drinking well now but has the potential to be laid down for over 20 years.

Diseño Malbec, 2005, ArgentinaThe bouquet of lilac and cherry blossom unfolds to a hint of tobacco. The explosive flavors of earthy blueberry and rich chocolate are fleshy yet robust- quintessential Malbec from Mendoza.

Catena 2005, Mendoza, Argentina
The aromatic structure is full of ripe dark fruits, floral notes of violets and lavender, and touches of vanilla and spice. The palate begins with sweet black cherry fruits and has a generous texture. There are marked mineral notes as well as layers of chocolate and spicy black pepper. The finish is soft and sweet with ripe tannins and vibrant acidity.

Kaiken Malbec, 2005, Argentina
The first taste is like biting into a ripe, sweet plum, with juicy but tart blackberries following after, adding a whiff of fennel and soft tannins as intriguing back notes on the finish in an exceptionally stylish Malbec.

Trapiche Iscay Merlot/Malbec, 2004, Argentina
Trapiche’s vineyards are situated in the Mendoza province at the foot of the Andes. "Iscay" means "two" in the original Inca language that was used by the indigenous population of the region around the Andes at that time when the Europeans came to Argentina. Trapiche Iscay was so named to honor the Incan culture because the word “iscay” symbolizes the combination of the two grapes, Merlot and Malbec used to make this wine. It is a particularly elegant wine of a fine claret color. Its has an intensive bouquet of plums and spices with hints of chocolate and has super velvety tannins.

Tapestry, BV, 2003, Reserve, Napa Valley, California
"This Meritage is rich in oak and rich in fruit, this deep, well-ripened offering delivers a solid measure of cassis with a wealth of vanilla and a mild overlay of dusty spice. It is moderately full-bodied and nicely balanced in feel, and its sense of developing suppleness portends very good things to come." 90pts Connoisseurs' Guide

Quintessa, Rutherford, Napa Valley, 2004
Winemaker Notes - An opaque jet black robe leads to a bold attack, transitioning into a weighty, layered mid-palette of infinite complexity. The finish is supple and round with good length and exquisitely forged tannins.

Niebaum Coppola Rubicon, 2003
Rubicon is characterized by aromas of black sour cherries and violets. These flavors are confirmed on the palate with the addition of black currant, wild berries and sweet vanilla from aging in 100% new French oak barrels--luxurious and dense texture.

Hayman & Hill Meritage Reserve, 2005, Monterey County
Offers flavors of ripe black cherry and black currant accented by a savory note of black olive. Aromas of smoked meats, tobacco and cigar box spice. Very smooth with inviting red fruits, creamy vanilla and spice. The finish is juicy and full of plush tannins. Leather and black cherries linger throughout.

Clos Du Bois Marlstone, 2003, Alexander Valley
The introductory, 1978 vintage of Marlstone stands as the first release of a Bordeaux-style wine from Sonoma County. The release of the 2003 vintage of this wine thus marks the 25 th anniversary of Marlstone, and is the first vintage of this historic cuvée which winemaker Erik Olsen has shepherded from vineyard to bottle.
This wine’s inky, deep, ruby color promises intensity and depth. Its generous nose reveals layers of aromas: from black cherry, vanilla, toasted oak and cedar to nutmeg, cinnamon, blackberry and notes of violet and sweet tobacco. Ultra-rich and round, this powerful, generous wine offers up ripe blackberry and black licorice flavors on the palate and a lasting, memorable finish.  

Grand Champion
Best of Show winner
2007 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

Carruades de Lafite Pauillac, 1997
A blend of 51.4% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42.3% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot, reveals some of the same elegant, finesse-like character as well as notes of minerals, pencil shavings, cherries, wet stones, and subtle oak.  

Cotes du Rhone, Parallele “45”, 2005, France
The exquisite blend of Syrah and Grenache is fruity, colourful, spicy, and fresh.
Robert Parker found this wine rich and sexy. Its name is derived from the 45th Parallel of north latitude which passes just 2km South of the Jaboulet Winery.  

Perrin and Fils Gigondas (jhee-gon-dahs), 2004, France
The muscleman of the Southern Rhone, Gigondas is situated right under the rugged, rocky range of the Dentelles de Montmirail - a sign of the rustic, edgy flavor found in wines from the area. The region, once a Cotes-du-Rhone village, earned its own appellation in 1971. Producing reds and roses, Gigondas creates top quality reds sometimes rivaling its southwest neighbor, Chateauneuf-du-pape. The wines of Gigondas are muscular and robust. This wine is spicy, leathery, soulful juice with a deep ruby color. The nose is reminiscent of red fruit jams, with a mineral and earthy touch. A generous and powerful wine that is robust with its firm tannins well integrated.

Turnbull, Old Bull Red, 2005, Napa Valley
Old Bull is Napa fruit. Big and black, it's mostly merlot with wild sidekicks, tempranillo, sangiovese, petite sirah and barbera. Allow it time to open to a soft, full richness, big fruit in vanilla cinnamon cream--worth the wait.

Seghesio Cortina Zinfandel, 2005, Dry Creek Valley, California
Red raspberry, boysenberry, briary/brambly, and spicy white pepper qualities are enhanced with higher acidity due to the cooler growing area.

Ravenswood, 2005, Sonoma , California
Up-front, fruit-forward, and immediately enjoyable, these wines exude attractive youthfulness, but also contain enough complexity to give evidence of the winemaker's craft.

Murphy Goode Liar's Dice Zinfandel, 2004, Sonoma, California
Dense black cherry, raspberry jam, and currant notes are broughttogether in layers with sweet vanilla oak.

Sin Zin, 2005, Alexander Valley, California
Straightforward berries trimmed with a hint of woodsy spice in the medium-dense aromas and flavors of this solid and relatively lively young wine.

Renwood Grandpere Zinfandel, 2004, Amador County , California
The 2004 Renwood Grandpère® Zinfandel is a deep ruby purple color full of rich, generous aromas of blackberry, vanilla and cracked pepper, with hints of sweet cocoa. Grandpère® Zinfandel comes from the Grandpère® vineyard situated behind Renwood Winery in Plymouth, California. This 20 acres vineyard is home to the oldest clone of Zinfandel in America. Believed to be 130 years old, this unique clone produces one of the biggest, spiciest Zinfandels.

J. Garcia Zinfandel, 2002, Sonoma, California
This 2002 Zinfandel has a deep ruby red hue with vibrant aromas of blackberry, cocoa, red plum and cassis that jump out of the glass. It is a very rich, full-bodied wine, packed with succulent fruit and spice that dance in the mouth leading to a long and balanced finish.

Renwood "Old Vine" Zinfandel, California. From Amador County
Winery Notes: The Old Vine Zinfandel is deep ruby in color. The bouquet consists of brown sugar, caramel, sage, eucalyptus and bursting with dark berry fruit. The flavor is a sumptuous blend of warm blackberries on the forward, with a hint of dried fruit, finishing with sweet fleshy tannins.
(375 ml)

Harveys Bristol Cream Sherry
Harveys Bristol Cream features flavors of roasted nuts and raisons, with a spicy finish. Try it with our Irish bread pudding.

Campbells Rutherglen Muscat , Australia
A luscious dessert wine in the style unique to the Rutherglen region. Drawn from Campbells’ aged reserves this blend displays intense but fresh raisin fruit flavours and a sweet mouth filling finish. Ideal with bread pudding or as an after dinner drink with coffee or cheese.

Warre’s Warrior Port
Warrior is the oldest mark of Port in the World, having been shipped continuously since the 1750s. The traditional style has been maintained over the years and is today a classic full-bodied wine with wonderful richness and balance.

Taylor Fladegate LBV Port
Taylor's Late Bottled Vintage is the port that Taylor's drink themselves and serve to their guests. Try with our homemade chocolate mousse.

Taylor Fladgate 10-Year-Old Port
An exceptionally fine old tawny blend, aged for an average of 10 years in oak casks. Elegant and smooth, combining delicate woodnotes and rich mellow fruit, it is bottled for immediate drinking. Excellent with soft cheeses such as brie.

Ficklin Vineyards Port
"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 18.00

Cockburn 20-Year-Old Tawny Port
Cockburn's 20 Years Old Tawny is a 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. The 20 Years Old Tawny port shows a complex, nutty, spicy, aromatic nose, with a smoothness achieved

Harveys Bristol Cream Sherry
Harveys Bristol Cream features flavors of roasted nuts and raisins, with a subtly spicy finish. Try it with our Irish bread pudding. 5.25

Warre’s Warrior Port
Warrior is the oldest mark of Port in the World, having been shipped continuously since the 1750s. The traditional style has been maintained over the years and is today a classic full-bodied wine with wonderful richness and balance. 5.25

Taylor Fladgate LBV Port
Taylor's Late Bottled Vintage is the port that Taylor's drink themselves and serve to their guests. Try with our homemade chocolate mousse.

Taylor Fladegate 10 year Port
An exceptionally fine old tawny blend, aged for an average of 10 years in oak casks. Elegant and smooth, combining delicate wood notes and rich mellow fruit, it is bottled for immediate drinking. Excellent with soft cheeses such as brie.

Ficklin Vineyards port
"Wine of the Year, Ficklin Vineyards Tinta Port... the one California wine that has pleased my palate consistently for the 30-some years I've been a serious wine fancier." "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

All sherry and ports can be served with an aged stilton, walnut, and French bread plate for 6.95.