A BIT OF CHARDONNAY $18.50 FLIGHT
Franciscan Chardonnay 2007 Napa Valley, California
This wine was made using natural wild yeast from the vineyard – an artisan technique that adds complexity and texture.
Conway Vineyards “Deep Sea” Chardonnay 2008 Central Coast, California
Stainless steel and French oak fermented and oak-aged, this Chardonnay has it all: fruitiness, complexity, full-bodied and well-balanced acidity.
Lallier Brut Sélection Blanc, Premier Cru NV Aÿ, Champagne
With five generations producing wines in the historic Champagne town of Aÿ (home to Bollinger & Gosset.) The wines are drawn from 30 acres situated mostly in the Grand Cru of Aÿ with some additional vines in the Grand Crus of the Côte des Blancs
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PORTUGUESE VINHOS $13.00 FLIGHT
Mouras de Arraiolos “Patameiras” Branco 2007 Alentejo, Portugal
Heard of Antão Vaz, Arinto or Perrum?? These are the grapes that make this quaffable white wine.
Mouras de Arraiolos “Moira’s” Tinto Frutado 2006 Alentejo, Portugal
A velvety and fruity blend of Trincadeira, Alicante Bouchet and Syrah.
Qunita do Conde “Escapada” 2006 Estremadura, Portugal
A careful selection of Portugal’s finest varietals: Touriga Nacional (40%), Touriga Franca (30%), and Tinta Roriz (30%) aged 6-8 months in oak barrels.
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SOUTHERN GEMS $12.00 FLIGHT
Ippolito “Ciro’” Rosso Classico 2006 Calabria, Italia
The oenological (the science of wine making) tradition in Ciro’ is so ancient, it is considered to be one of the oldest wines in the world. 100% Gaglioppo.
Taste: $4.00 Glass: $8.00
Lomazzi & Sarli “Giràle” Primitivo ORGANIC 2008 Puglia, Italia
Fermented in stainless steel to preserve fruit, then mellowed in oak for 12 months.
Taste: $4.00 Glass: $8.00
Lomazzi & Sarli “Giràle” Negroamaro ORGANIC 2008 Puglia, Italia
L & S have managed to drag a traditional winery to the future by making it even MORE old school: all organic agriculture & hand harvesting of 30+ year old vines.
Taste: $4.00 Glass: $8.00
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DON JACOBO RIOJA $19.00 FLIGHT
Don Jacobo Crianza Rioja 2004 Rioja, España
Traditional Rioja blend: 80% Tempranillo, 15% Garnacha, 5% Mazuelo/Graciano. Spends 15 months in American oak.
Don Jacobo Reserva Rioja 2002 Rioja, España
The same blend as the Crianza but harvested at slightly higher ripeness, the Reserva is fermented in steel then aged 15 months in American oak followed by 15 months in bottle.
Don Jacobo Gran Reserva Rioja 1995 Rioja, España
It is fermented in steel then aged 22 months in American oak plus a minimum of four years in bottle. This vintage has aged at the bodega for eleven years and is a marvelous Rioja.
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