Robust Wine eSips™
2008 LAVIS “Dipinti”, Pinot Grigio — Trentino, ItalyRipe Granny Smith apple and fig skins, with a clean touch of honey suckle and pear.
2009 HUGL, Grüner Veltliner — Niederosterreich, Austria
Bright flavors of citrus, grapefruit and exotic tropical fruits. A hint of white pepper.
2009 ERRAZURIZ “Estate”, Sauvignon Blanc — Casablanca Valley, Chile
Citrus notes of lemon & lime, along with honeydew melon rind. Lively and crisp, with dried herbs on the finish.
Perfumed tropical aromas along with lemons and peaches. Dried apricots, green melon and Chinese herbs show on the full-flavored finish.
2008 MAYSARA, Pinot Gris— Willamette Valley, Oregon
Apple sauce, peach pit and a muted citrus. The palate is textured, ending in brown clay, dried herbs and watermelon rind.
2009 FUENTE MILANO, Verdejo / Viura — Castilla y León, Spain
A nose of sea salt and orange bell pepper. Ripe water melon rind and a touch of white pepper appear on the palate. A great balance of ripe fruit and green acidity.
2007 NORTHFIELD “Frog Rock Vineyard”, Chardonnay — Waipara Valley, New Zealand
Classically rich and creamy, yet restrained by a mineral-driven acidity. Ripe, yet light. Tropical fruits of mango and banana surprise on the finish.
2009 ESTEFE, Riesling – Walla Walla, Washington State
Made in a dry style, with flavors of pear, green & Gala apples, and lemon pulp. The finish is lush and juicy, with a touch of minerality.
Very clean, with notes of canned peaches, aloe vera, pear, white pepper and spiced quince. The viognier brings the perfume; the roussane a viscous mouthfeel. The finish holds on forever.
2009 NOVELLUM, Chardonnay — Côtes Catalanes, France
Mostly unoaked, but aged on Viognier skins for richness and seductive, perfumed aromas. Ripe banana and tangerine peel along with a refreshing and clean yellow pear.
2007CELLAR ARTS “The Luscious Blend”, Chardonnay — Sonoma, California
Tropical and stone fruits, layered creamy texture with no oak and a lingering finish.
2009 CÔTE TARIQUET, Chardonnay — Gascony, France
A subtle bouquet revealing fresh flowers, along with fresh butter and hints of vanilla. It is well-rounded on the palate, with a pleasant toasty note on the finish.
Green leaves, a dash of mint and a touch of iron. Then add plum skins and nectarine pits. An intriguing balance of earth and fruit, from one of Rhône’s best vintages.
2008 SHOOTING STAR “Blue Franc”, Blaufränkisch — Washington State
Like a spicy Pinot Noir, with light plums, blackberries and pomegranate seeds. Light, gently structured. Delicious!
2007MAS DONIS, Garnacha / Syrah — Montsant, Spain
Dried cherry, plums and rich strawberry complement dried sage and oregano. A soft note of black olive rides on the smooth finish.
2008 CYCLES “Clement”, Pinot Noir — California
Lush berries, nectarines and plums with junipers, herbal spices and soft tannins.
Supple layers of black cherry and berry fruits framed by spiced vanilla oak.
2007 FORADORI, Teroldego — Veneto, Italy
Dark cherries, a touch of wood, violets and charred meats combine with muted, soft strawberries. Very smooth and approachable.
2008 DEHESA GAGO, Tempranillo — Toro, Spain
A big nose of earth and violets, followed by charred coffee beans and salted nuts. Soft raspberry and a faint toffee grace the palate a delicious, soft finish.
2008 HEDGES “Estate”, CMS Red — Columbia Valley, Washington State
46% Cabernet Sauvignon / 48% Merlot / 6% Syrah. Elegance with a touch of power. Dark berry fruits, mild oak.
2006 CELLAR ARTS “The Robust Blend”, Cabernet Sauvignon Cuvée — Napa, CANose of a fully-bloomed rose garden layered with black currants, pine needles & vanilla. The finish brings an assertive grip, balanced by dense, dark fruits, lavender and oak tannins.
2007 THREE SAINTS, Syrah — Santa Ynez Valley, California
Blackberry jam, black pepper and a touch of smoke. Reduced blueberries and milk chocolate, along with soft tannins on the finish.
2004 ALGODON “Gran Reserva”, Syrah / Cab. Sauv. / Mallbec—San Rafael, Mendoza
Crushed black and red berries, along with smoked notes and vanilla tones from 15 months in French oak. A touch rustic, with plums and a fleshy, smooth richness.
2007 COSENTINO “Franc”, Cabernet Franc — Lodi / St. Helena, California
Faint eucalyptus, tea leaves and wilted gardenia petals lead to a warm, mulched earthiness mixed with sweet orange pulp. Smooth, rich and enticing.
2009 LEITZ “OUT”, Riesling —Rheingau, GermanyApple, sugar snap peas and peaches transition to nectarines and a chalky, mouthwatering finish.
"Blondes Have More Fun" White Wine Flight2009PETER LEHMANN “Layers”, White Blend – Adelaide, South Australia 2009NOVELLUM, Chardonnay – Côtes Catalanes, France 2008MAS DES BRESSADES, Roussanne / Viognier – Costières de Nîmes, France
"Bright Whites" White Wine Flight
2009 HUGL, Grüner Veltliner – Niederosterreich, Austria Bright flavors of citrus, grapefruit and exotic tropical fruits. A hint of white pepper. 2009 ESTEFE, Riesling – Walla Walla, Washington State Made in a dry style, with flavors of pear, green & Gala apples, and lemon pulp. The finish is lush and juicy, with a touch of minerality. 2008 MAYSARA, Pinot Gris – Willamette Valley, Oregon Apple sauce, peach pit and a muted citrus. The palate is textured, ending with brown clay, dried herbs and watermelon rind.
"Bubble Bath" Sparkling Flight
NVMONTSARRA, Cava – Penedès, Spain A dry style, with a nose of sourdough bread, apples and pine nuts. Finishes with a hint of pineapple. NV FRANCOIS MONTAND “Blanc de Blanc”, Chardonnay – Gascony, France Nose of apples and white peaches, with a hint of baked bread. 2006 DOMAINE DU MARGALLEAU, Vouvray Brut, Chennin Blanc – Loire Valley, France Snappy and rich, tending toward citric notes of ripe lime. Ending with under-ripe yellow pear.