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House Wine
Salmon Creek White Zinfandel A cheerful hue underscores this wine's fruit forward nature. Flavors of apricot, strawberry, and raspberry are fully displayed, while a hint of sweetness & crisp acidity complete the refreshing finish.
Leonard Kreusch Blue Bottle Riesling Wonderfully crisp, fresh, and fruity Riesling from fourth generation German winemaker.
Yealands Sauvignon Blanc Light and zippy wine from a sustainable, CarboNZero winery in New Zealand's renowned Marlborough region. Smooth textured style, with pineapple and grapefruit flavors that linger easily. Wine Spectator 86 points.
Wallace Brook Pinot Gris Complex wine from grapes of select vineyards in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Intriguing mineral and floral profile layered with pear and green apples. Richness with just the right amount of acidity.
McManis Chardonnay Medium straw in color with aromas of pineapple, pear and melon and a faint bouquet of vanilla. Flavors of pear, apple and tropical fruits are abundant in this rich, full wine.
Salmon Creek Pinot Noir Black cherry, strawberry, and plum describe the charming flavors of this wine. Skillful cellar techniques provide a long, delicate finish.
14 Hands Merlot Flavors of blackberries, raspberries and cherries are enhanced by a plush mouth feel as ripe fruit characters and refined tannins unite.
Altos las Hormigas Malbec Deep purple red color, with bright hues. Nose of crushed cherries, raspberries, and dried violet petals, hints of nutmeg. Powerful mouthfeel, ample and structured, sustained, long finish.
Black Opal Shiraz Ripe berry fruits along with fig and raisin add to the complex cedar aromas. The palate is soft plum with a dark fruit richness. The tannins are fine and supple making a round, mouth filling wine.
McManis Cabernet Sauvignon Aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, plum, cocoa, hazelnut and a hint of smoke. Flavors of olallie berry, vanilla, and juniper supported by well integrated tannins for a long, smooth, elegant finish.
Featured White Wine
Leitz 2007 Rudesheimer Magdalenenkreuz Spatlese Riesling Soft and open, showing peach, grapefruit, and spice flavors and a nice underlying tanginess. From a new generation winemaker universally regarded as a rising star in Germany's Rheingau region. WS 90 points.
Anne Amie Willamette Valley Pinot Gris Balanced and crisp with intensely aromatic powdery floral notes giving way to a palate of Asian pear, Meyer lemon and rose petal. From a certified sustainable and SalmonSafe Oregon vineyard. Wine Advocate 88 pts.
La Crema Russian River Chardonnay Aromas of baked apple and pear with subtle hints of honeysuckle, butter cream and spice. Juiciness in the mouth is enveloped by flavors of butter cookie, pear and slight toastiness leading to a rich finish.
Morgan Metallico Un-Oaked Chardonnay Fresh, snappy, and vibrant California Monterey wine. Absent any oak, the focus in on fruit purity -- with rich, vivid apple, citrus and floral scents that are lively and lingering. Wine Spectator 89 points.
Toasted Head Russian River Chardonnay Bright tangerine and pear fruit aromas highlighted by clove and nutmeg. This medium bodied wine has a crisp acidity and long finish, with pear and toasty butterscotch oak flavors and a creamy texture.
Featured Red Wine
La Crema Pinot Noir Aromas of black cherry, licorice and anise. Cherry and plum flavors with hints of leather and tar, balanced acidity and sturdy tannins round out the mouth.
Willamette Valley Whole Cluster Pinot Noir A liquid fruit salad in a glass with lively red fruit aromas and sweet/tart strawberry and cranberry flavors. Juicy yet balanced mouthfeel. From a certified sustainable and Salmon Safe Oregon vineyard.
Jade Mountain Merlot Densely packed with heady aromas of ripe fruit laced with exotic spices. Flavors of rich dark cherry and plum intermingle with caramel notes and hints of Asian spice and cinnamon.
Catena Malbec The nose reveals balsam wood, vanilla, mocha, cassis, and black cherry. Rich and lush mouthfeel, with black cherry and red currant fruit flavors layered with sweet spices, tobacco and a touch of leather. Wine Spectator 91 points.
Elderton Barossa Valley Shiraz Full bodied with raspberry fruit and rich chocolaty overtones, wrapped in a soft cocoon of supple tannins and balanced acidity. From a certified CarbonNeutral Australian winemaker. Wine Enthusiast 90 points.
Concannon Petit Sirah Black cherries and blueberries and a hint of warm spice on the nose. Big and juicy cherry-berry fruit flavors wrapped up in substantial tannins and tangy acidity.
Ridge 2008 East Bench Zinfandel Big, dark zinfandel with a nose of blackberry, pepper & vanilla and flavors of briery fruit, minerals, and cocoa. Well-incorporated tannins, ample acidity, and a long finish. Wine Advocate 91 points.
Ravenswood Lodi Zinfandel Bing Cherry Jam bouquet, with hints of coffee and black pepper. Touches of alcohol at the tail end. Flavors of sour cherry, cocoa powder, and a touch of raspberry.
Cline Ancient Vines Zinfandel Dusty raspberry, blackberry, white pepper and spice, with coffee and chocolate characters and a subtle vanilla quality that nicely complements the explosive fruit notes. "A crowd pleaser," Wine Spectator 88 pts.
Hess Monterrey Cabernet Sauvignon Black cherry, chocolate and caramel aromas dominate the bouquet, with subtle hints of spice and barrel toast. Cherry and currant notes fill the mid-palate, while ripe and round tannins linger on the finish.
Canoe Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon Rich aromas and flavors of deep blackberry, cherry, and plum. Nuances of earthy forest loam, truffle, and cedar add interest to the opulent fruit expression. Elegant on the palate, with hints of vanilla-oak and velvety tannins.
Stag’s Leap 2006 Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon Flavors of raspberry, red currant, orange peel, cocoa powder, and ginger. Fine-grained tannins and balanced acidity contribute to the rich mouth feel and carry through the cherry-vanilla finish.
Paul Hobbs 2006 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Concentrated flavors of blackberry, graphite, and bittersweet cocoa explode over a velvety palate, interweaving with well-integrated tannins and notes of cedar and toast to create a memorable finish. Wine Spectator 92-94 points.
Continuum 2006 Proprietary Blend Blend of 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc and 16% Petit Verdot with a rich, sumptuous bouquet of blackberries, creme de cassis, incense, graphite, and a hint of burning embers. "This powerful, full-bodied, rich wine possesses considerable precision as well as purity." Wine Advocate, 96 points.
Featured Sparkling Wine
Jaume Serra Cristalino Brut Cava NV (Spain) There's a savory edge to the apple pastry, ginger and almond cream flavors in this well-cut and focused cava. The mouthwatering finish is tinged with smoke and nut notes. Wine Spectator, 87 points.
Adami NV Bosco di Gica Brut Prosecco (Italy) Delicate and feminine with drying mineral tones followed by plush fruit and floral tones. Creamy foam and good acidity move it smoothly forward over the palate. Wine Enthusiast, 88 points.
Gaston Chiquet Brut Champagne Tradition NV (France) Fresh and lively, with a leesy hint of bread dough mixing with candied berry, quince paste, lemon zest, wax, and fleur de sel. Fine-grained, with a lip-smacking juicy finish. Wine Spectator, 92 points.
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