Wine List Menu

Red Wines by the Glass

 

St. Francis Cabernet

$9

 

Joseph Carr Pinot Noir

$10

 

St Francis Merlot

$9

 

Columbia Crest Merlot

$9

 

Brazin Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel

$9

 

Jacobs Creek Shiraz

$8

 

St Francis Zinfandel

$9

 

Canyon Road White Zinfandel

$8

 


Don Juan’s Sangria Cocktail

Red wine, port, sherry, brandy, triple sec and juices served over ice

Glass $7

Medium Pitcher $16 (3 glasses of wine with ice)

Large Pitcher $28 (7 glasses of wine plus ice)

 

White Wines by the Glass

 

Kim Crawford Riesling

$8

 

St Francis Chardonnay

$9

 

La Famiglia Pinot Grigio

$8     

 

Dry Creek Estate Fume Blanc

$9

 

 

Half Bottles

 

Laetitia Chardonnay – California 2007

Ripe golden grapes, tight acidity, intense length, this double Gold-medal winner is also a 2010 Wall Street Journal top 12 wine selection.

Half Bottle $20


Laetitia Chardonnay – California 2007

Ripe golden grapes, tight acidity, intense length, this double Gold-medal winner is also a 2010 Wall Street Journal top 12 wine selection.

Half Bottle $20

 

Parducci Pinot Noir – California 2007

Dark berry and ripe plum flavors with a hint of cocoa.  With a strong smooth finish.

Half Bottle $15

 

Summerland Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir

Well structured with bold juicy plum and red cherry building up to a deep complex finish.

Half Bottle $30

 

Ridge Santa Cruz Mountain Estates – California 2007

This 58% Cabernet 42% Merlot blend from the famous Monte Bello vineyard is opaque garnet in color. Layers of cassis, blackberry, fennel, followed up with earthy and mineral notes finishing the center and building to the long finish

Half Bottle $45

 

Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon – Napa Valley

This highly rated cabernet is aged two year in French and American Oak is everything you can ask for and more.

Half Bottle $30

 

Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon – Napa 2006

Dark rich ruby in color with complex aromas of dark ripe fruit and chocolate.  Fine grain tannins with clove and toasted oak on the finish.  Special Buy for this special wine.

Half Bottle $79

 

Tommasi Ripasso Valpolicella – 2005

A baby Amarone, is a more traditional style, with generous tannins from 12 months on French oak, exudes leather, aged cheddar and truffle-like flavors, and the subtle prune finish. Medium-full bodied, rich, dense and savory.

Half Bottle $23

 

Sparkling Wines

 

Wm. Wycliffe Brut – California

$16

 

Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut – Spain

A dry Spanish style Bubbly

Bottle $19

 

Korbel Extra Dry – California

Medium bodied champagne is light and crisp  

Half $12 Full $22

 

Jacob’s Creek Chardonnay Pinot Noir – So. Eastern Australia

A Brut Cuvee of Citrus and toasted cashew nut flavors of Chardonnay

$24

 

Gruet Blanc De Noirs Brut – New Mexico

Complex and developed palate.  A fine salmon color and lovely fruit with toasty aromas.

$29

 

Gruet Demi Sec – New Mexico

Toasty bouquet, light and elegant with good acidity and exotic fruit.  A dessert wine for the sweet taste.

Half Bottle $18

 

Feuillatte Brut Blue Label- France

A smooth, pleasant and balanced creation from blending of 20% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir and 40% of Pinot Meunier gives you floral aromas with a subtle predominance of pear, apple, almonds and hazelnuts.

Half Bottle $33

 

Santa Margherita Prosecco – Italy

Delicate and dry with long-lasting concentrated bubbles, followed by a mixture of lychee and lemon citrus

$45

 

Deutz Vintage Brut Champagne – France

A great vintage from a great maker. Delicate, crisp and dry with nice fruit

$70

 

Taittinger  – France  1999

This is a very special purchase on a 1.5l bottle (2 regular bottles).  Retail is $190! 92 Wine Spectator!

$180

 

Dom Perignon Vintage 2000

What can I say, expensive and worth it!!

$270

 

Roederer Cristal  - France 2002

98 Points on this exceptional vintage.

$325

 

Chardonnay

 

St. Francis Chardonnay – Sonoma County 2008

Rich with notes of citrus, melon and vanilla.  Medium to full bodied with a rich lingering finish.

$29

 

Robert Mondavi Chardonnay – Napa Valley 2007

Lush tropical fruit, floral and spice.  This 100% Napa Chardonnay has very rich and silky flavors.

$44

 

Lambert Bridge Chardonnay –  Sonoma County 2005

This estate wine has nice accents of caramel and spice

$46

 

Toasted head Barrel Reserve – Russian River Valley 2008

A wine not to be missed. A perfect blend of hand selected grapes from 6 vineyards to create the perfect experience.

$36

 

Esoteric White Wines

 

Kim Crawford Dry Riesling – Marlborough 2007

Wonderful citrus, honey and apple blossom aromas with good structure and a burst of citrus.

$33

 

Dry Creek Vineyard Estate Fume Blanc DCVS– Dry Creek 2006

A lovely oak aged Sauvignon Blanc is to be experienced. Medium yellow coloring is well balanced and long finish is dry with classic acidity.

$36

 

La Famiglia Pinot Grigio – Monterey 2009

This light spice and floral noted wine grows with the complex layers of lemon and apple established through short barrel fermentation to complete the balance of the varietals.

$28

 

Erath Pinot Blanc – Willamette Valley, OR 2005

Dazzling potpourri of honey, ripe peach and lemon zest with refreshing hints of fresh bread dough.

$36

 

Sutcliffe Rose – Colorado

Slightly effervescence with a crisp strawberry and melon finish.

$36

 

Merlot

 

Columbia Crest “Grand Estates” Merlot – Columbia Valley 2006

Aromas of spice, blackberry and cocoa with a velvety, seductive finish. 89 Points by Wine & Spirits.

$33

 

Buena Vista Merlot – Sonoma 2004

Beautifully balanced with aromas of cassis and roasted coffee beans,

layers of fruit, and leather complemented on the palate by opulent tannins.

$39

 

St. Francis Merlot – Sonoma County 2006

Spicy herb and vanilla overtones, which give way to strong black fruit on the palate, nuanced with chocolate.

$40

 

Trinchero “Chicken Ranch Vineyard” Estate Merlot – Napa 2004

Featuring the signature flavors for “Chicken Ranch” a beautiful earthiness and dried herbs. Deep dark color, ripe on the nose with a hint of olives, leather and sage with ripe, lush flavors.

$43

 

Steele Stymie Founders Reserve Merlot – Lake County 2004

A rich, deep red firm body, aromas of chocolate, jammy fruit, tobacco and pepper.  The palate reveals a rich well structured wine with red currants, anise, chocolate cherries and a touch of coffee.

$49

 

Sterling Vineyards Napa Valley Merlot 06        

Deep ruby color with a spicy black cherry, blackberry, cedar and mocha overtones. Silky ripe and toasty.

$38

 

Duckhorn Napa Valley Merlot 08

This classic Bordeaux style blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Verdot and Cabernet Franc making this a superb wine. A brilliant nose of Asian spice, red currant, plum and blueberry. Hints of oak, molasses and nougat with a lush velvety finish. This is a huge Napa Merlot.

$62

 

Cabernet Sauvignon

 

St. Francis Cabernet Sauvignon – Sonoma County 2007

This full bodied cabernet has a rich mouth feel, deep spicy aromas of cassis, blackberry and Broad fruit flavors on the palate with a blackcurrant and spicy plum fade.

$40

 

Toasted head Barrel Reserve – Alexander Valley 2006

95% Cabernet, 5% Merlot Blend signifies show the fruit forward and 18 month barrel aging in 100% new French oak making it a well rounded experience.

$40

 

Dussek Cabernet Sauvignon – Washington State 2004

This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Rattlesnake Hills has a dense, dark, almandine garnet color. A mingling of aromas and flavors of blueberry, black currant, cedar, cardamom and cloves. Rich and round on the palate with dark fruit entry, smooth tannins on the mid-palate and a long, dark fruit, allspice finish.

$48

 

Trefethen Cabernet Franc – Oak Knoll District – Napa Valley 06

89% Cabernet Franc, 8% Cabernet, 1% Malbec, 1 % Merlot, and 1% Petit Verdot grapes give this Blend an intriguing nose of red fruits.  Lovely spice character and a persistent finish with dark chocolate.

$46

 

Zinfandel

 

MonteVina Zinfandel Sierra Foothills 2005 Amador County

Red currants and raspberries swirl with gentle hints of pepper and baking spices. Soft tannins fade away on a drizzle of raspberry sauce. Ready to drink, at its best.

$32

 

Brazin Old Vines Zinfandel – Dry Creek Valley 2008

This gold medal winning wine exudes a bouquet of butter, chocolate, clay and custard with a rich juicy mouthful of dark cherry and berries in the center and a long polished tannins finish.

$37

 

St. Francis “Old Vines” Zinfandel – Sonoma County 2007

Deep aromas of ripe black cherries boysenberries laced with licorice. Spicy toasted oak notes that carry into a long luscious finish.

$40

 

Brazin Zinfandel – Sommer Vineyard Dry Creek Valley 2007

One of western Dry Creeks finest Zinfandels showing intense dark fruit, brown spices and earthy notes. The bold luscious tannins and lingering finish come from the hand picking and selecting from late in the season to bring out the best that Zinfandel has to offer.

$48

 

Terra d’ Oro Old Vine Zinfandel – Amador County, Deaver Ranch 2006

Made from vines planted in 1896 this is a huge black zinfandel with lush fruit, spice, cedar, and oak. With an alcohol of 15%, this has legs, body and complexity with a great lasting finish.

$54

 

Pinot Noir

 

Willamette Valley Vineyards – Oregon 2010

Whole cluster fermentation makes this a light, vibrant, fruity, and soft wine. Full of cherry, Strawberry and raspberry overtones. A perfect summer red.

$37

 

Joseph Carr Pinot Noir – Sonoma Coast 2007

This 100% Pinot from Sonoma Coast exhibits complex aromatics of strawberry and rose petals on the nose. In the middle this medium bodied pinot is inviting to all exudes flavors of black raspberry and currants, working toward and smooth dry finish of smoky oak lingering tannins.

$40

 

Brophy Clark Lindsay’s Vineyard Pinot Noir – Santa Rita Hills 2007

A very low production wine of only 285 cases aged 14 months in 40% new French oak small Barrels, this Pinot Noir is very fruity with bold flavors of rhubarb, pomegranate, and raspberry Is very well structured with plush tannins and a long soft finish.

$48

 

Wild Horse Pinot Noir – Central Coast 2008

Exceptional fruit, with aromas of black cherry, rosewater and cinnamon are followed by a silky, Smooth mouth feel.  Bright raspberry, ripe strawberry and dusty spices lend this wine its character.

$47

 

Axis Cellars Pinot Noir – Russian River Valley 2006

Strawberry, Raspberry and Nutmeg on the nose with baking spice on the palate and a long. Lingering fresh ripe fruit finish.

$45

         

Chalone Pinot Noir – Monterey County 2008

Fragrant roses, ripe cherries and a touch of tobacco. A nice fruity Pinot with a long smooth finish.

$52

 

Syrah/Shiraz and Blended Varietals

 

MonteVina Syrah – Amador County 2002

Spice, currant, and mocha on the nose.  Coffee and more spice on the palate.

Firm tannins, well-balanced with a smooth finish.

$32

 

Markham Petite Syrah – Napa Valley 2004

This 100% petite syrah is aged 40 months in French and American oak and offers a bouquet is full of Violets and Plum. Blackberry, Dark Chocolate and spices fill your mouth then finishes big with white pepper and spices.

$45

 

Gloria Ferrier Estate Corners Syrah – Sonoma County 2003

Saturated Black Fruit and focused structural qualities.  Excellent spice and subtle smoke notes. Flavors of white pepper, violet and cassis with a balanced acidity so essential to a great Syrah.

$42

 

Jacobs Creek Shiraz – South Eastern Australia 2008

A medium bodied Shiraz with plum, pepper and spicy fruit flavors with subtle hints of toasted oak.  A Magnum bottle is equal to 2 regular bottles.  Special Buy!

Magnum Bottle $65

 

Devils Lair Red Wine VIN Rouge – Margaret River, Australia 2004

Blended with 78% Cabernet, 19% Merlot and 3% Cabernet Franc fruit, this complex. Wine shows concentrated cassis and currant aromas.  Perfume and violets in the nose.

$37

 

MonteVina “Terra d’ Oro” Forte – Amador & Napa Counties 2004

This “Super Tuscan” blend is 55% Amador Sangiovese and 45% Napa Cabernet.  These varietals work in unison to reach stellar levels of fruit and concentration.  Flavors of dark candied fruit and black cherry followed by nutmeg and cracked pepper.  A truly exceptional wine!

$35

 

John’s Special selection wine list

I have chosen these wines for their high quality and unique flavors as well as passing along to you some very reasonably priced delicious wines.

 

Whites

 

Kim Crawford Chardonnay Gisborne 2006 New Zealand

Tropical fruit nose. Toasty oak, butterscotch. A voluptuous wine. Special buy, don’t miss it.

$28

 

Louis Jadot Chablis – France 2006

This wine is from house of Mason Jadot which was founded in Beaune, France in 1859. Nice Golden-yellow color.  Bright and fresh with taste and bouquet that develop rather quickly.

$36

 

Caves des Papes – Côtes-Du-Rhône – France 2005

This blend of white Grenache, Clairette, Bourboulenc, Roussanne and Viognier grapes make this a beautiful blend with ripe fruit and abundant sugars.

$39

 

RVTZ Cellars “Bacigalupi Vineyard” Chardonnay – Russian River 2005

Exhibits classic fruit and mineral aromas, a rich palate and an extremely lengthy finish. Natural crisp acidity with notes of peach, vanilla and tropical fruit. Delicious wine at this price!

$39

 

Ovation Chardonnay – Freestone Vineyard Napa Valley 2006

The first vintage since 2004, 100% Chardonnay from western Napa Valley, brings a lemon core, fig and cream along with the mineral and spice characteristic of this region

$60

 

Grgich Hills Estate Chardonnay  - Carneros  2005

This estate wine is grown using sustainable farming practices.  These practices grow balanced, healthy vines which maintain exceptional flavors.  You will detect notes of lemon zest, flowers and honey with a hint of crushed stones.  This is a complex Chardonnay.

$65

 

Reds

 

Firestone Syrah – Santa Ynez Valley 2003

Dark Cherry and toasted oak aromas that will tantalize the taste buds. 

Luscious and juicy black currant, raspberry and black fruit on the finish.

$55

 

Ravenswood “Big River” Zinfandel –  Alexander Valley 2006

This Zinfandel has almost pure characteristics of Old Vine Zinfandel with a combination of concentration, complexity, and a richness that is unsurpassable.  This wine is big, roundand berry filled, with jammy and raspberry characteristics.  Beautiful long drawn out finish.

$60

 

Sanford Pinot Noir – Santa Rita Hills 2007

Fragrant roses, raspberries and cherries with a touch of tobacco. A nice fruity Pinot with supple tannins and a long smooth finish.

$50

 

Barkan Altitude Series +412– Gail, Israel 2005

This impressive, full-bodied almost black Cabernet Sauvignon from high altitude vineyards at Aven-Eitan(412 meters above sea level). Aged for 14 months in French barriques. Nice fruit tones of cassis and wild berries. Warm spices and a long finish.

$60

 

Trefethen Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve – Oak Knoll District Napa 06

 Deep dark and delicious. Cherry, plumb, fig, chocolate and pepper. This is one of the great vintages of late. Sold out at the winery at $100 per bottle! I have 6 bottles.

$130

 

BV “Georges De Latour” Private Reserve Cabernet – Napa 2005

Immense layers of blackberry, black cherry and dark plum with hints of mocha, anise, and vanilla.  This special reserve has a beautiful medium full bodied style with perfect flavors.

$150

 

Quinta do Carmo – Portugal 2001

Beautiful light amber hues with black fruits and dark chocolate on the nose, elegant toasty vanilla notes with plum aromas and warm mellow finishing tannins.

$45

 

Domaine Rouge Garance - Cotes du Rhone Villages 06   

Blend of Syrah and Grenache. Unfiltered lends this wine a full body, ripe berries, with a soft, long and luscious finish. A real bargain!

$36

 

Ravenswood Vineyards “Pickberry” Claret  Sonoma Mountain 05

The blackberry saturated hillsides lend their tremendous flavor to the dramatic fruit and nose on this wine.  80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet with sensual dark cherry, plum and mocha.  The spice and complexity of this wine is hard to match.

$94

 

Ehler’s Estate 121 over 80

This 80% Cabernet 14% Merlot and 6% Petit Verdot blend was created to show the vast diversity of Ehler’s 23 vineyards. Spanning from a very big French plum start with a silky middle and a complex long finish.

$78

 

Williams Selyem Pinot Noir – Russian River Valley 2008

The nose is of blackberries, plums, toffee, and crème brûlée. The rich and full tannins accentuate blackberry and dark plum flavors, and complement the creamy, silky finish. The concentrated dark fruits and spicy flavors truly express finesse that you expect from our Russian River Valley.

$95