Biancos, Syrah’s, BBQ Picks, & a California Winery July 6 – July 11

BIANCOS: NORTH TO SOUTH     $14.00 FLIGHT

Marco Donati “Situla” Bianco

2008            Trentino, Italia

An aromatic, silky smooth and bone dry blend of Nosiola, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Traminer with family history dating back to the 15^th century.

Ciù Ciù “Le Merlettaie” Offida Pecorino

2008            le Marche, Italia

“Its nose transports you directly to the wildflower strewn hillsides of Offida, then, down, down, down into the very rocks those hills stand on.”

Vasari “Mistral” Bianco

2008            Sicilia, Italia

This white Mistral is obtained from the native Sicilian grapes Cataratto (40%), Inzolia (40%) and Grillo (20%).

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PERFECT FOR THE BBQ     $11.00 FLIGHT

Señorío de Sarrío Rosado

2007            Navarra, España

A bright, lively and dry rosé made from the best vineyards of Grenache grapes. Made in stainless steel to preserve the fresh fruitiness.

Corinto Carmémère

2009            Central Valley, Chile

100% Carmémère from the stony soil, sunny days  and cool nights of Chile’s Central Valley.

Familia Schroeder “Saurus” Patagonia Select Merlot

2005            Patagonia, Argentina

Following a 60/40 rule, this winery loves to use stainless steel to keep the fruit bright with a balance of oak for body and aromatics. Named “Saurus” after dinosaur bones discovered during construction.

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WORLD TOUR SYRAH     $13.00 FLIGHT

Laroche Syrah

2003            Béziers, France

100% Syrah from the South of France. This wine is deep garnet red and beautifully balanced with fruit and tannins.

Aussie Vineyards “Au” Shiraz

2006                  Queensland, Australia

A quintessential Australian Shiraz from Queensland’s Granite Belt region, famous for its full-bodied and juicy Shiraz

Jalama “La Presa” Syrah

2006            Santa Barbara County, California

This 100% Syrah is out to prove just how good Californian Syrah can be. Aged 33 months in 50% new, 50% neutral French oak, only 92 cases of this vintage were produced.

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JAMMIN’ WITH D’ANBINO CELLARS     $20.00 FLIGHT

D’Anbino Cellars Sauvignon Blanc

2007            Paso Robles, California

A refreshing Sauvignon Blanc from a family who jams as a band on the weekends!

D’Anbino Cellars Rosé

2008                  Paso Robles, California

A dry rosé made from Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. The perfect summer sipper.

D’Anbino Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon

2004            Paso Robles, California

Cabernet Sauvignon grown on sustainable vineyards in the Central Coast and aged 24 months in oak.

D’Anbino Cellars Orchestration

NV            Paso Robles, California

60% Syrah, 25% Cabernet and 15% Petit Syrah.