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Sparkling

Lambrusco Centenario Chiarli Amabile 3200 Grape variety Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro

Captivating Very fruity all the grape fragrances can be

felt Smooth and pleasant Sweet red vino frizzante

Lambrusco secco Chiarli Vecchia Modena 3600

Deep rose color with clear fragrances of strawberry and

brushwood Its taste is fresh and dry with enough presence of fruit

Balanced acidity and minerality Velvety and pleasant

Prosecco Brut Sassetti Livio DOCG (Veneto) 3600

This Prosecco Superiore DOCG from Valdobbiadene has a straw

color and a fine persistent perlage with a floral bouquet with aroma of

apples pear and nuances of citrus On the palate shows slightly more

softness and fruit for a Brut

Prosecco Garbel A Adami Brut DOC (Treviso) 3600

This dry crisp pleasantly tart wine is produced from the hilly

vineyards in the Colli Trevigiani area The ample nose releases

crisp-edged complex fruit notes of ripe peach and melon and the

palate is full-flavored with a crisp acidity A wonderful versatile sparkling

Prosecco Brut GIAVI Prima Volta DOCG 4500

100 Prosecco grapes from Conegliano and Valdobbiadene

Dense and layered with lemon rind and peach skin full and

delicious with fine beads and wonderful flavors

A little red berry taste at the end with a clean finish JS 90

Bellavista Franciacorta Cuvee Brut (Lombardia) 8200

Franciacorta a region in Lombardyrsquos lake country

produces sparkling wines of very high quality made in

the traditional Champagne style A clear straw- colored wine

with frothy mousse and persistent pinpoint bubble Crisp apple

and toasty aromas lead into a rich tart and creamy flavor

Rose Frizant Mas de Daumas Gassac (Languedoc) 4600

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Petit Manseng

A genuine rose wine ideal as an laquo aperitif raquo Smooth fruity aromas

medium size bubbles lots of fruit flavors with balanced acidity

Champagne Canard-Duchene Brut (France) 6000

Named after one of the founders of Canard-Duchecircne this Pinot Noir-dominated

Champagne is packed with intensely textured fruit along with some beginnings of maturity

With its powerful final acidity its a food wine

40 Pinot Noir 40 Pinot Meunier and 20 Chardonnay

Champagne Brut Laurent Perrier

g 2250 frac12 btl 3750 7500 A superb true old house Champagne with subtle creamy

fruit and a stellar zesty finish

High Chardonnay content blended from over 50 ldquocrusrdquo Appropriate

for any occasion or celebration

Champagne Rose Brut Canard-Duchene (France) 7500

With its delicate pinkish hue Canard-Duchene Brut Rose stands apart for its

intense fresh fruit aromas of strawberries with a subtle hint of grenadine

against a backdrop of mineral notes for enhanced freshness

50 Pinot Noir 25 Pinot Meunier 25 Chardonnay

Roederer Estate LrsquoHermitage (Anderson Valley) 8600 This is the only California vintage sparkling wine

Excellent balance and great finesse Delicate apple

soft and fresh on the palate with citrus and fresh

honey characters on a long finish It is well- balanced

with little acidity- an elegant and very complex wine

Louis Roederer Vintage Rose Reims (France ) 14500 70 Pinot Noir 30 Chardonnay

This Rose has a shiny slightly deep golden salmon color with a light

yet abundant fine long-lived bubbles The generous and complex nose

reveals candied fruits Supple ripe flavors of cherry apple strawberry

jam and honey

White

The Crossings Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand) 3400

The color is vibrant with a crisp and subtle green hue The wine presents

powerful aromas of passion fruit on the nose On the palate there are flavors

of lime zest melon and white floral notes framed by a structured yet supple

mid palate racy acidity and mineral undertones of Awatere Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc Titus (California) 4200

100 Sauvignon Blanc

Cristal clear with a pale gold hue The nose is pronounced with notes of white

Peach apricots sweet melon citric and jasmine Crisp and refreshing acidity

With flavors that match the aromas along with intense white flowers and subtle

honeysuckle

Sancerre Pascal Jolivet (Loire Valley) 4400

100 Sauvignon Blanc grapes

Pale whitish straw in color The nose is fresh clean with notes of lime peel

green herbs and black currant On the palate it is fresh the acidity is is

tempered by very subtle residual sugar very clean alive racy youthful

Overall a dry and elegant wine Very typical sancerre

Sauvignon Blanc Pouilly Fume (Loire Valley) 5500

100 Sauvignon Blanc The grape juice is fermented naturally without adding cultivated yeasts

producing a Pouilly-Fume with real character mineral aromas and flavors

with finesse and elegance

J Vineyards Russian River Vin Gris (California) 4200

100 Pinot Noir grapes from Russian River Valley

Distinctive pale salmon color loaded with lively flavors and aromas of

stawberry and cherry fruit Dry medium-bodied crisp and delicious

Ronco Broilo Conte drsquoAttimis (Fruili) 7500

45 Pinot Bianco 55 Friulano Appasimento process for both grapes

Straw yellow color rich in golden undertones Aromas of hazelnuts dates

and candied fruits with a slight vanilla scent A full-bodied wine with reduced

acidity level that contributes to the softness of the wine Balanced and fine long

lasting aftertaste ldquoA red wine in a white suetrdquo The most structured white wine

Pinot Grigio CarsquoBolani (Friuli) g 900 3400

100 Pinot Grigio

Pale straw color floral aromas with hints of citrus fruit and subtle spice

The flavors are bright and clean suggesting apple and melon

Light bodied wine nicely structured with balanced citrus and minerality

Pinot Gris A to Z Oregon 3200

Juicy bright and succulent on the attack this wine

showcases flavors of tangerine melon pineapple and wet

stone The wine is framed with ripe acidity giving classic

Oregon Pinot Gris proportion and lift to the richness

Pinot Grigio Bottega Vinaia (Trentino) 3600

A classic Pinot Grigio produced from some of the oldest single

vineyards made in a reserve styleBeautiful fruit with perfect

balance and a fabulous finish

Domaine Pinot Gris King Estate (Oregon) 4300

Explosive fruit entrance with flavors of melon tropical fruit

and honey with a citrus zest finish

Rich and balanced crisp and clean this wine has rounded

texture and body 100 Pinot Gris grapes grown in the Estatersquos

certified vineyards

Pinot Grigio Conte drsquoAttimis-Maniago (Friuli) 4500

Straw yellow color elegant and intense bouquet Harmonious and sophisticated with marked yeasty hints acquired by maturation Lively on the palate where it

becomes full and velvety with very persistent ripe fruit flavors supported by balanced

acidity rich structure and pleasant crispness

Verdicchio Il Cantico della Figura Andrea Felici (Italy) 5800

100 Verdicchio Single vineyard

This Cru wine comes from 50 year old vines in Le Marche and spends a year

in stainless steel and vitrified concrete vats and two years in bottle before released

Pale golden yellow full of life and vitality lively acidity and real limestone character

powerful and long

Pino amp Toi Faustus Maculan (Veneto) 2800

Made from Pinot Bianco Pinot Grigio and Tocai Pino amp Toi is pale yellow in

color with an intense and fruity nose with hints of refreshing citrus On the palate

the wine is balanced with loads of fresh peaches and pears followed by a crisp

finish

Bianco La Segreta Planeta (Sicily) g950 3600

50 Grecanico 30 Chardonnay 10 Viognier and 10 Fiano

The Chardonnay gives it a backbone The flavors of the other three varietals make this

wine stand out as a glass of sunshine on a rainy spring day

The Fiano gives it a slight herbal grassy taste The viognier brings in the citrus taste

and the floral aroma The Grecanico adds a slight sweetness It is fermented in steel

Vermentino Brigante Santa Lucia (Maremma) 3600

Light straw yellow with green tinges Elegant bouquet

A refreshing wine on the palate well structured and wit plenty of fresh fruit

flavors balanced acidity and a long zesty dry a finish It makes a great aperitif

and an excellent pairing for seafood dishes 100 Vermentino grapes

Viognier Cline (Sonoma Coast) CA 2900

Viognier is a variety characterized by low yields and small planted acreage

Viognier is one of the worldrsquos most rare and most treasured wines This wine is loaded

with peaches apricots floral and citrus notes

Viognier Miner Simpson Vineyard (California) 3600

Aromatically complex with citrus and honeysuckle notes on the nose and

plush feel on the palate our Viognier consistently displays a fine balance of

natural acidity and intense concentration Stainless steel fermented to allow

the vibrant tropical and stone fruit characteristics of this varietal to shine

Chardonnay Sean Minor (Central Coast) g 800 3000

Golden straw color with aromas of pears apples and orange

blossoms On the entry green apple acidity integrates well

with a medium-bodied mouth feel Hint of minerality add

complexity to the finish

Chardonnay Antinori Castello Della Sala (Umbria) 3600

Pale yellow with golden hints Fruity fragance with

typical varieacutetal character Good marked vanilla and

toasty flavors Well-structured and eacuteleacutegant with good

mineacuteral content Verget St Veran Terro de Davaye (Burgundy) 3600

100 Chardonnay grape This White Burgundy of noted for its

rich creamy flavors It has aromas of jasmine honey and caramel

A big round Chardonnaythatwill go with almost all rich dishes

Jean-Mary Guffens is the owner and winemaker

Chardonnay Bouchaine (Carneros) g1000 3800 This Chardonnay comes only from fruit grown in our Carneros estate

Vineyards Its brilliant straw gold color is the first hint of its

bright and refreshing character citrus flavors and a touch of

minerality an splash of acidity all touched by an effortless accent of oak

Girard Chardonnay Russian River Valley 4000 The French oak aging on this Russian River Chardonnay

offers wonderful aromas of citrus tropical fruit vanilla and

cregraveme brulee On the palate therersquos a rich creamy texture

from sur lie aging that is balanced with surprising acidity

Pouilly-Fuisse Joseph Drouhin (Burgundy) 4600 100 Chardonnay grape

This white Burgundy comes from the slopes of Solutre and Vergisson

in the towns of Pouilly and FuisseA seductive wine and a really nice

expression of the Chardonnay grape The colour is golden with

some green reflections Amon the floral and fruity aromas almonds and ripe

grapes dominate On the palate the wine is refreshingly and ethereal in its lightness

Mer Soleil Chardonnay By Caymus 4900

100 Chardonnay grapes from Santa Lucia Highlands

Bold full-bodied and lush in texture yet balanced by cool-climate acidity

Amber-gold in color and fully ripe with aromas and flavors reminiscent

of tropical fruit honeysuckle and citrus Aged in French oak barrels

Chardonnay ZD California 5200

Bright forward aromas of guava and tropical fruit are complemented by subtle

hints of orange blossom and sweet vanilla The palate is full bodied and lush with

notes of pineapple mandarin and lemon rind that integrate wonderfully with natural

acidity and subtle oak

Chardonnay ldquoOverlookrdquo Landmark CA 5500

Impressive with its rich complex flavors of peach pear and

nectarine Gaining in intensity and richness before finishing with a

soft buttery aftertaste

DEux Montille Auxey Duresses ( Burgundy) 7500

100 Chardonnay

Hand-crafted classical and authentic Burgundy that expresses the

subtle but fabulous nuances in personality of their different terroirs

Pure elegamt naturally balanced sappy vibrant wines that develop

a unique harmony and complexity with age Medium to full-bodied

Unfine and unfiltered

Chardonnay Chateau Montelena (Napa) 10000

100 Chardonnay

Rich beautiful rich golden straw color Clean pure aromas of pear

and crisp green apple all overlaid with light tropical fruit notes and

a hint of honeysuckle On the palate has wonderful fullness and

creaminess without being heavy Clean soft entry crisp acidity

rich display of fruit and well integrated oak with a touch of nuttiness

Jarvis Estate Chardonnay Napa 12000

The full-bodied Estate Chardonnay spent nine months in new French oak barrels

with sur-lie aging yet still crispy after light fining and filtration A delightful

golden hue and vibrant aromas of honeysuckle and tropical fruits welcome you

The aromas are followed by a refreshing Chardonnay that is striking by itself as

an aperitif wine or to accompany food Only 101 cases made

White Zinfandel BUEHLER (Napa) g 750 2800

100 zinfandel fruit hand-picked riper than most producers

Riper fruit translates to flavors like wild berries and strawberries

We leave less residual sugar The end result is a wine with more

red zinfandel berry character and a less sweet more refreshing taste

Dry Riesling Trefethen (Napa) 2900

Fresh and fragrant the distinct floral aromas of jasmine and geranium are

integrated with white ripe peach On the palate delightful acidity and minerality

prevail with classic Trefethen Riesling flavors of lime peach and a touch of

refreshing kiwi and melon A lingering essence of grapefruit gives this wine a

lively finish

Riesling Noble House (Bernkastel) g800 3000

Harvested in Bernkastel this wine has an agreeable ripe peach

and apricot aroma typical of the Middle Mosel state Long slightly sweet finish

makes it an easy drinking selection perfect with many fish dishes

Caymus Conundrum white blend (California) 3800

frac12 bottle 1900 This is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc Muscat Canelli

Chardonnay and Viognier grapes Powerful aromas of green apple

tangerine zest and honeysuckle Core flavors of apricot melon pear and light

vanilla are beautifully balanced by the sparkling acidity of citrus fruit The lush

creamy mouth-filling texture is match by a floral and bright tropical fruit notes

and leads to a full powerful finish

Chemistry Chehalem White Blend (Oregon) 3600

53 Chardonnay 20 Pinot Gris 16 Pinot Blanc 6 Riesling 5 Gewurztraminer

This fresh racy white has a great texture from its time in neutral oak Flavors of

apricots citrus blossom lemon peel green apple and spice aromas Light

refreshing and clean with some residual sugars and tropical components

without being overdone Semisweet

Moscato drsquo Asti Coppo (Piemonte) 3600

Semi-sweet lightly sparkling wime made from moscato grapes

It comes from vineyards around the town of Asti Crisp freshness

elegant floral aromas and delicate flavors of peaches and apricots

Red

Merlot Villa Pozzi (Siciligrave) g 775 2900

This Merlot is deep red with pronounced cherry ripe chocolate and wild plum flavors

Intense and vibrant on the palate

Ripe well structured round with a rich long finish

Merlot Jason Stephens Sta Clara Valley CA 3400 Dark rich color with fresh fruit and hearty aromas on the bouquet

Dense silky smooth with velvety tannins on the palate

Concentrated fruit flavors are heightened with a slight sweetness

Medium to full-bodied A very polished and flavorful wine

Merlot Colle Duga (Friuli Venezia) 4100 100 Merlot

Displaying intense flavors of berries and plums this full bodied

wine is soft on the palate with no sharp edges and a remarkable

long and persistent finish A really delightful find

Northstar Merlot Columbia Valley WA 6300 82 Merlot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon 3 Petit Verdot

Structured with power and elegance the rich concentrated front and

middle palates roll seamlessly into the generous silky finish

Aromatics and flavors offer concentrated black cherry plums and currants

Rich deep and velvety

Merlot Stagsrsquo Leap (Napa) 6500

This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of back cherry brambles

cedar and fennel The palate reveals layers of black plum licorice and vanilla

supported by firm but fine tannins The full-bodied mid palate carries through

to a nice long finish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate

Merlot Shafer (Napa Valley CA) 10500

76 Merlot 17 Cabernet Sauvignon 7 Cabernet Franc

Perfumed aromas of dark fruit Opulent flavors of red and black pepper

strawberry and plum

Easily Shaferrsquos greatest Merlot ever Rich robust sweet refined tannins

Merlot Inversus IGT Fattoria Casaloste (Toscana) 13500

90 Merlot 10 Sangiovese Certified organic

Deep garnet color Currant hints of raisings and blackberry aromas and flavors

follow through to a full-bodied wine with refined and well integrated tannins with

toasty oak and coffee aftertaste Aged 16 month in French oak WS 92 JS 96

7 on James Sucklingrsquos 10 best wines of the world list 585 cases produced

Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Lambrusco Centenario Chiarli Amabile 3200 Grape variety Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro

Captivating Very fruity all the grape fragrances can be

felt Smooth and pleasant Sweet red vino frizzante

Lambrusco secco Chiarli Vecchia Modena 3600

Deep rose color with clear fragrances of strawberry and

brushwood Its taste is fresh and dry with enough presence of fruit

Balanced acidity and minerality Velvety and pleasant

Prosecco Brut Sassetti Livio DOCG (Veneto) 3600

This Prosecco Superiore DOCG from Valdobbiadene has a straw

color and a fine persistent perlage with a floral bouquet with aroma of

apples pear and nuances of citrus On the palate shows slightly more

softness and fruit for a Brut

Prosecco Garbel A Adami Brut DOC (Treviso) 3600

This dry crisp pleasantly tart wine is produced from the hilly

vineyards in the Colli Trevigiani area The ample nose releases

crisp-edged complex fruit notes of ripe peach and melon and the

palate is full-flavored with a crisp acidity A wonderful versatile sparkling

Prosecco Brut GIAVI Prima Volta DOCG 4500

100 Prosecco grapes from Conegliano and Valdobbiadene

Dense and layered with lemon rind and peach skin full and

delicious with fine beads and wonderful flavors

A little red berry taste at the end with a clean finish JS 90

Bellavista Franciacorta Cuvee Brut (Lombardia) 8200

Franciacorta a region in Lombardyrsquos lake country

produces sparkling wines of very high quality made in

the traditional Champagne style A clear straw- colored wine

with frothy mousse and persistent pinpoint bubble Crisp apple

and toasty aromas lead into a rich tart and creamy flavor

Rose Frizant Mas de Daumas Gassac (Languedoc) 4600

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Petit Manseng

A genuine rose wine ideal as an laquo aperitif raquo Smooth fruity aromas

medium size bubbles lots of fruit flavors with balanced acidity

Champagne Canard-Duchene Brut (France) 6000

Named after one of the founders of Canard-Duchecircne this Pinot Noir-dominated

Champagne is packed with intensely textured fruit along with some beginnings of maturity

With its powerful final acidity its a food wine

40 Pinot Noir 40 Pinot Meunier and 20 Chardonnay

Champagne Brut Laurent Perrier

g 2250 frac12 btl 3750 7500 A superb true old house Champagne with subtle creamy

fruit and a stellar zesty finish

High Chardonnay content blended from over 50 ldquocrusrdquo Appropriate

for any occasion or celebration

Champagne Rose Brut Canard-Duchene (France) 7500

With its delicate pinkish hue Canard-Duchene Brut Rose stands apart for its

intense fresh fruit aromas of strawberries with a subtle hint of grenadine

against a backdrop of mineral notes for enhanced freshness

50 Pinot Noir 25 Pinot Meunier 25 Chardonnay

Roederer Estate LrsquoHermitage (Anderson Valley) 8600 This is the only California vintage sparkling wine

Excellent balance and great finesse Delicate apple

soft and fresh on the palate with citrus and fresh

honey characters on a long finish It is well- balanced

with little acidity- an elegant and very complex wine

Louis Roederer Vintage Rose Reims (France ) 14500 70 Pinot Noir 30 Chardonnay

This Rose has a shiny slightly deep golden salmon color with a light

yet abundant fine long-lived bubbles The generous and complex nose

reveals candied fruits Supple ripe flavors of cherry apple strawberry

jam and honey

White

The Crossings Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand) 3400

The color is vibrant with a crisp and subtle green hue The wine presents

powerful aromas of passion fruit on the nose On the palate there are flavors

of lime zest melon and white floral notes framed by a structured yet supple

mid palate racy acidity and mineral undertones of Awatere Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc Titus (California) 4200

100 Sauvignon Blanc

Cristal clear with a pale gold hue The nose is pronounced with notes of white

Peach apricots sweet melon citric and jasmine Crisp and refreshing acidity

With flavors that match the aromas along with intense white flowers and subtle

honeysuckle

Sancerre Pascal Jolivet (Loire Valley) 4400

100 Sauvignon Blanc grapes

Pale whitish straw in color The nose is fresh clean with notes of lime peel

green herbs and black currant On the palate it is fresh the acidity is is

tempered by very subtle residual sugar very clean alive racy youthful

Overall a dry and elegant wine Very typical sancerre

Sauvignon Blanc Pouilly Fume (Loire Valley) 5500

100 Sauvignon Blanc The grape juice is fermented naturally without adding cultivated yeasts

producing a Pouilly-Fume with real character mineral aromas and flavors

with finesse and elegance

J Vineyards Russian River Vin Gris (California) 4200

100 Pinot Noir grapes from Russian River Valley

Distinctive pale salmon color loaded with lively flavors and aromas of

stawberry and cherry fruit Dry medium-bodied crisp and delicious

Ronco Broilo Conte drsquoAttimis (Fruili) 7500

45 Pinot Bianco 55 Friulano Appasimento process for both grapes

Straw yellow color rich in golden undertones Aromas of hazelnuts dates

and candied fruits with a slight vanilla scent A full-bodied wine with reduced

acidity level that contributes to the softness of the wine Balanced and fine long

lasting aftertaste ldquoA red wine in a white suetrdquo The most structured white wine

Pinot Grigio CarsquoBolani (Friuli) g 900 3400

100 Pinot Grigio

Pale straw color floral aromas with hints of citrus fruit and subtle spice

The flavors are bright and clean suggesting apple and melon

Light bodied wine nicely structured with balanced citrus and minerality

Pinot Gris A to Z Oregon 3200

Juicy bright and succulent on the attack this wine

showcases flavors of tangerine melon pineapple and wet

stone The wine is framed with ripe acidity giving classic

Oregon Pinot Gris proportion and lift to the richness

Pinot Grigio Bottega Vinaia (Trentino) 3600

A classic Pinot Grigio produced from some of the oldest single

vineyards made in a reserve styleBeautiful fruit with perfect

balance and a fabulous finish

Domaine Pinot Gris King Estate (Oregon) 4300

Explosive fruit entrance with flavors of melon tropical fruit

and honey with a citrus zest finish

Rich and balanced crisp and clean this wine has rounded

texture and body 100 Pinot Gris grapes grown in the Estatersquos

certified vineyards

Pinot Grigio Conte drsquoAttimis-Maniago (Friuli) 4500

Straw yellow color elegant and intense bouquet Harmonious and sophisticated with marked yeasty hints acquired by maturation Lively on the palate where it

becomes full and velvety with very persistent ripe fruit flavors supported by balanced

acidity rich structure and pleasant crispness

Verdicchio Il Cantico della Figura Andrea Felici (Italy) 5800

100 Verdicchio Single vineyard

This Cru wine comes from 50 year old vines in Le Marche and spends a year

in stainless steel and vitrified concrete vats and two years in bottle before released

Pale golden yellow full of life and vitality lively acidity and real limestone character

powerful and long

Pino amp Toi Faustus Maculan (Veneto) 2800

Made from Pinot Bianco Pinot Grigio and Tocai Pino amp Toi is pale yellow in

color with an intense and fruity nose with hints of refreshing citrus On the palate

the wine is balanced with loads of fresh peaches and pears followed by a crisp

finish

Bianco La Segreta Planeta (Sicily) g950 3600

50 Grecanico 30 Chardonnay 10 Viognier and 10 Fiano

The Chardonnay gives it a backbone The flavors of the other three varietals make this

wine stand out as a glass of sunshine on a rainy spring day

The Fiano gives it a slight herbal grassy taste The viognier brings in the citrus taste

and the floral aroma The Grecanico adds a slight sweetness It is fermented in steel

Vermentino Brigante Santa Lucia (Maremma) 3600

Light straw yellow with green tinges Elegant bouquet

A refreshing wine on the palate well structured and wit plenty of fresh fruit

flavors balanced acidity and a long zesty dry a finish It makes a great aperitif

and an excellent pairing for seafood dishes 100 Vermentino grapes

Viognier Cline (Sonoma Coast) CA 2900

Viognier is a variety characterized by low yields and small planted acreage

Viognier is one of the worldrsquos most rare and most treasured wines This wine is loaded

with peaches apricots floral and citrus notes

Viognier Miner Simpson Vineyard (California) 3600

Aromatically complex with citrus and honeysuckle notes on the nose and

plush feel on the palate our Viognier consistently displays a fine balance of

natural acidity and intense concentration Stainless steel fermented to allow

the vibrant tropical and stone fruit characteristics of this varietal to shine

Chardonnay Sean Minor (Central Coast) g 800 3000

Golden straw color with aromas of pears apples and orange

blossoms On the entry green apple acidity integrates well

with a medium-bodied mouth feel Hint of minerality add

complexity to the finish

Chardonnay Antinori Castello Della Sala (Umbria) 3600

Pale yellow with golden hints Fruity fragance with

typical varieacutetal character Good marked vanilla and

toasty flavors Well-structured and eacuteleacutegant with good

mineacuteral content Verget St Veran Terro de Davaye (Burgundy) 3600

100 Chardonnay grape This White Burgundy of noted for its

rich creamy flavors It has aromas of jasmine honey and caramel

A big round Chardonnaythatwill go with almost all rich dishes

Jean-Mary Guffens is the owner and winemaker

Chardonnay Bouchaine (Carneros) g1000 3800 This Chardonnay comes only from fruit grown in our Carneros estate

Vineyards Its brilliant straw gold color is the first hint of its

bright and refreshing character citrus flavors and a touch of

minerality an splash of acidity all touched by an effortless accent of oak

Girard Chardonnay Russian River Valley 4000 The French oak aging on this Russian River Chardonnay

offers wonderful aromas of citrus tropical fruit vanilla and

cregraveme brulee On the palate therersquos a rich creamy texture

from sur lie aging that is balanced with surprising acidity

Pouilly-Fuisse Joseph Drouhin (Burgundy) 4600 100 Chardonnay grape

This white Burgundy comes from the slopes of Solutre and Vergisson

in the towns of Pouilly and FuisseA seductive wine and a really nice

expression of the Chardonnay grape The colour is golden with

some green reflections Amon the floral and fruity aromas almonds and ripe

grapes dominate On the palate the wine is refreshingly and ethereal in its lightness

Mer Soleil Chardonnay By Caymus 4900

100 Chardonnay grapes from Santa Lucia Highlands

Bold full-bodied and lush in texture yet balanced by cool-climate acidity

Amber-gold in color and fully ripe with aromas and flavors reminiscent

of tropical fruit honeysuckle and citrus Aged in French oak barrels

Chardonnay ZD California 5200

Bright forward aromas of guava and tropical fruit are complemented by subtle

hints of orange blossom and sweet vanilla The palate is full bodied and lush with

notes of pineapple mandarin and lemon rind that integrate wonderfully with natural

acidity and subtle oak

Chardonnay ldquoOverlookrdquo Landmark CA 5500

Impressive with its rich complex flavors of peach pear and

nectarine Gaining in intensity and richness before finishing with a

soft buttery aftertaste

DEux Montille Auxey Duresses ( Burgundy) 7500

100 Chardonnay

Hand-crafted classical and authentic Burgundy that expresses the

subtle but fabulous nuances in personality of their different terroirs

Pure elegamt naturally balanced sappy vibrant wines that develop

a unique harmony and complexity with age Medium to full-bodied

Unfine and unfiltered

Chardonnay Chateau Montelena (Napa) 10000

100 Chardonnay

Rich beautiful rich golden straw color Clean pure aromas of pear

and crisp green apple all overlaid with light tropical fruit notes and

a hint of honeysuckle On the palate has wonderful fullness and

creaminess without being heavy Clean soft entry crisp acidity

rich display of fruit and well integrated oak with a touch of nuttiness

Jarvis Estate Chardonnay Napa 12000

The full-bodied Estate Chardonnay spent nine months in new French oak barrels

with sur-lie aging yet still crispy after light fining and filtration A delightful

golden hue and vibrant aromas of honeysuckle and tropical fruits welcome you

The aromas are followed by a refreshing Chardonnay that is striking by itself as

an aperitif wine or to accompany food Only 101 cases made

White Zinfandel BUEHLER (Napa) g 750 2800

100 zinfandel fruit hand-picked riper than most producers

Riper fruit translates to flavors like wild berries and strawberries

We leave less residual sugar The end result is a wine with more

red zinfandel berry character and a less sweet more refreshing taste

Dry Riesling Trefethen (Napa) 2900

Fresh and fragrant the distinct floral aromas of jasmine and geranium are

integrated with white ripe peach On the palate delightful acidity and minerality

prevail with classic Trefethen Riesling flavors of lime peach and a touch of

refreshing kiwi and melon A lingering essence of grapefruit gives this wine a

lively finish

Riesling Noble House (Bernkastel) g800 3000

Harvested in Bernkastel this wine has an agreeable ripe peach

and apricot aroma typical of the Middle Mosel state Long slightly sweet finish

makes it an easy drinking selection perfect with many fish dishes

Caymus Conundrum white blend (California) 3800

frac12 bottle 1900 This is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc Muscat Canelli

Chardonnay and Viognier grapes Powerful aromas of green apple

tangerine zest and honeysuckle Core flavors of apricot melon pear and light

vanilla are beautifully balanced by the sparkling acidity of citrus fruit The lush

creamy mouth-filling texture is match by a floral and bright tropical fruit notes

and leads to a full powerful finish

Chemistry Chehalem White Blend (Oregon) 3600

53 Chardonnay 20 Pinot Gris 16 Pinot Blanc 6 Riesling 5 Gewurztraminer

This fresh racy white has a great texture from its time in neutral oak Flavors of

apricots citrus blossom lemon peel green apple and spice aromas Light

refreshing and clean with some residual sugars and tropical components

without being overdone Semisweet

Moscato drsquo Asti Coppo (Piemonte) 3600

Semi-sweet lightly sparkling wime made from moscato grapes

It comes from vineyards around the town of Asti Crisp freshness

elegant floral aromas and delicate flavors of peaches and apricots

Red

Merlot Villa Pozzi (Siciligrave) g 775 2900

This Merlot is deep red with pronounced cherry ripe chocolate and wild plum flavors

Intense and vibrant on the palate

Ripe well structured round with a rich long finish

Merlot Jason Stephens Sta Clara Valley CA 3400 Dark rich color with fresh fruit and hearty aromas on the bouquet

Dense silky smooth with velvety tannins on the palate

Concentrated fruit flavors are heightened with a slight sweetness

Medium to full-bodied A very polished and flavorful wine

Merlot Colle Duga (Friuli Venezia) 4100 100 Merlot

Displaying intense flavors of berries and plums this full bodied

wine is soft on the palate with no sharp edges and a remarkable

long and persistent finish A really delightful find

Northstar Merlot Columbia Valley WA 6300 82 Merlot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon 3 Petit Verdot

Structured with power and elegance the rich concentrated front and

middle palates roll seamlessly into the generous silky finish

Aromatics and flavors offer concentrated black cherry plums and currants

Rich deep and velvety

Merlot Stagsrsquo Leap (Napa) 6500

This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of back cherry brambles

cedar and fennel The palate reveals layers of black plum licorice and vanilla

supported by firm but fine tannins The full-bodied mid palate carries through

to a nice long finish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate

Merlot Shafer (Napa Valley CA) 10500

76 Merlot 17 Cabernet Sauvignon 7 Cabernet Franc

Perfumed aromas of dark fruit Opulent flavors of red and black pepper

strawberry and plum

Easily Shaferrsquos greatest Merlot ever Rich robust sweet refined tannins

Merlot Inversus IGT Fattoria Casaloste (Toscana) 13500

90 Merlot 10 Sangiovese Certified organic

Deep garnet color Currant hints of raisings and blackberry aromas and flavors

follow through to a full-bodied wine with refined and well integrated tannins with

toasty oak and coffee aftertaste Aged 16 month in French oak WS 92 JS 96

7 on James Sucklingrsquos 10 best wines of the world list 585 cases produced

Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 3: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Rose Frizant Mas de Daumas Gassac (Languedoc) 4600

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Petit Manseng

A genuine rose wine ideal as an laquo aperitif raquo Smooth fruity aromas

medium size bubbles lots of fruit flavors with balanced acidity

Champagne Canard-Duchene Brut (France) 6000

Named after one of the founders of Canard-Duchecircne this Pinot Noir-dominated

Champagne is packed with intensely textured fruit along with some beginnings of maturity

With its powerful final acidity its a food wine

40 Pinot Noir 40 Pinot Meunier and 20 Chardonnay

Champagne Brut Laurent Perrier

g 2250 frac12 btl 3750 7500 A superb true old house Champagne with subtle creamy

fruit and a stellar zesty finish

High Chardonnay content blended from over 50 ldquocrusrdquo Appropriate

for any occasion or celebration

Champagne Rose Brut Canard-Duchene (France) 7500

With its delicate pinkish hue Canard-Duchene Brut Rose stands apart for its

intense fresh fruit aromas of strawberries with a subtle hint of grenadine

against a backdrop of mineral notes for enhanced freshness

50 Pinot Noir 25 Pinot Meunier 25 Chardonnay

Roederer Estate LrsquoHermitage (Anderson Valley) 8600 This is the only California vintage sparkling wine

Excellent balance and great finesse Delicate apple

soft and fresh on the palate with citrus and fresh

honey characters on a long finish It is well- balanced

with little acidity- an elegant and very complex wine

Louis Roederer Vintage Rose Reims (France ) 14500 70 Pinot Noir 30 Chardonnay

This Rose has a shiny slightly deep golden salmon color with a light

yet abundant fine long-lived bubbles The generous and complex nose

reveals candied fruits Supple ripe flavors of cherry apple strawberry

jam and honey

White

The Crossings Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand) 3400

The color is vibrant with a crisp and subtle green hue The wine presents

powerful aromas of passion fruit on the nose On the palate there are flavors

of lime zest melon and white floral notes framed by a structured yet supple

mid palate racy acidity and mineral undertones of Awatere Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc Titus (California) 4200

100 Sauvignon Blanc

Cristal clear with a pale gold hue The nose is pronounced with notes of white

Peach apricots sweet melon citric and jasmine Crisp and refreshing acidity

With flavors that match the aromas along with intense white flowers and subtle

honeysuckle

Sancerre Pascal Jolivet (Loire Valley) 4400

100 Sauvignon Blanc grapes

Pale whitish straw in color The nose is fresh clean with notes of lime peel

green herbs and black currant On the palate it is fresh the acidity is is

tempered by very subtle residual sugar very clean alive racy youthful

Overall a dry and elegant wine Very typical sancerre

Sauvignon Blanc Pouilly Fume (Loire Valley) 5500

100 Sauvignon Blanc The grape juice is fermented naturally without adding cultivated yeasts

producing a Pouilly-Fume with real character mineral aromas and flavors

with finesse and elegance

J Vineyards Russian River Vin Gris (California) 4200

100 Pinot Noir grapes from Russian River Valley

Distinctive pale salmon color loaded with lively flavors and aromas of

stawberry and cherry fruit Dry medium-bodied crisp and delicious

Ronco Broilo Conte drsquoAttimis (Fruili) 7500

45 Pinot Bianco 55 Friulano Appasimento process for both grapes

Straw yellow color rich in golden undertones Aromas of hazelnuts dates

and candied fruits with a slight vanilla scent A full-bodied wine with reduced

acidity level that contributes to the softness of the wine Balanced and fine long

lasting aftertaste ldquoA red wine in a white suetrdquo The most structured white wine

Pinot Grigio CarsquoBolani (Friuli) g 900 3400

100 Pinot Grigio

Pale straw color floral aromas with hints of citrus fruit and subtle spice

The flavors are bright and clean suggesting apple and melon

Light bodied wine nicely structured with balanced citrus and minerality

Pinot Gris A to Z Oregon 3200

Juicy bright and succulent on the attack this wine

showcases flavors of tangerine melon pineapple and wet

stone The wine is framed with ripe acidity giving classic

Oregon Pinot Gris proportion and lift to the richness

Pinot Grigio Bottega Vinaia (Trentino) 3600

A classic Pinot Grigio produced from some of the oldest single

vineyards made in a reserve styleBeautiful fruit with perfect

balance and a fabulous finish

Domaine Pinot Gris King Estate (Oregon) 4300

Explosive fruit entrance with flavors of melon tropical fruit

and honey with a citrus zest finish

Rich and balanced crisp and clean this wine has rounded

texture and body 100 Pinot Gris grapes grown in the Estatersquos

certified vineyards

Pinot Grigio Conte drsquoAttimis-Maniago (Friuli) 4500

Straw yellow color elegant and intense bouquet Harmonious and sophisticated with marked yeasty hints acquired by maturation Lively on the palate where it

becomes full and velvety with very persistent ripe fruit flavors supported by balanced

acidity rich structure and pleasant crispness

Verdicchio Il Cantico della Figura Andrea Felici (Italy) 5800

100 Verdicchio Single vineyard

This Cru wine comes from 50 year old vines in Le Marche and spends a year

in stainless steel and vitrified concrete vats and two years in bottle before released

Pale golden yellow full of life and vitality lively acidity and real limestone character

powerful and long

Pino amp Toi Faustus Maculan (Veneto) 2800

Made from Pinot Bianco Pinot Grigio and Tocai Pino amp Toi is pale yellow in

color with an intense and fruity nose with hints of refreshing citrus On the palate

the wine is balanced with loads of fresh peaches and pears followed by a crisp

finish

Bianco La Segreta Planeta (Sicily) g950 3600

50 Grecanico 30 Chardonnay 10 Viognier and 10 Fiano

The Chardonnay gives it a backbone The flavors of the other three varietals make this

wine stand out as a glass of sunshine on a rainy spring day

The Fiano gives it a slight herbal grassy taste The viognier brings in the citrus taste

and the floral aroma The Grecanico adds a slight sweetness It is fermented in steel

Vermentino Brigante Santa Lucia (Maremma) 3600

Light straw yellow with green tinges Elegant bouquet

A refreshing wine on the palate well structured and wit plenty of fresh fruit

flavors balanced acidity and a long zesty dry a finish It makes a great aperitif

and an excellent pairing for seafood dishes 100 Vermentino grapes

Viognier Cline (Sonoma Coast) CA 2900

Viognier is a variety characterized by low yields and small planted acreage

Viognier is one of the worldrsquos most rare and most treasured wines This wine is loaded

with peaches apricots floral and citrus notes

Viognier Miner Simpson Vineyard (California) 3600

Aromatically complex with citrus and honeysuckle notes on the nose and

plush feel on the palate our Viognier consistently displays a fine balance of

natural acidity and intense concentration Stainless steel fermented to allow

the vibrant tropical and stone fruit characteristics of this varietal to shine

Chardonnay Sean Minor (Central Coast) g 800 3000

Golden straw color with aromas of pears apples and orange

blossoms On the entry green apple acidity integrates well

with a medium-bodied mouth feel Hint of minerality add

complexity to the finish

Chardonnay Antinori Castello Della Sala (Umbria) 3600

Pale yellow with golden hints Fruity fragance with

typical varieacutetal character Good marked vanilla and

toasty flavors Well-structured and eacuteleacutegant with good

mineacuteral content Verget St Veran Terro de Davaye (Burgundy) 3600

100 Chardonnay grape This White Burgundy of noted for its

rich creamy flavors It has aromas of jasmine honey and caramel

A big round Chardonnaythatwill go with almost all rich dishes

Jean-Mary Guffens is the owner and winemaker

Chardonnay Bouchaine (Carneros) g1000 3800 This Chardonnay comes only from fruit grown in our Carneros estate

Vineyards Its brilliant straw gold color is the first hint of its

bright and refreshing character citrus flavors and a touch of

minerality an splash of acidity all touched by an effortless accent of oak

Girard Chardonnay Russian River Valley 4000 The French oak aging on this Russian River Chardonnay

offers wonderful aromas of citrus tropical fruit vanilla and

cregraveme brulee On the palate therersquos a rich creamy texture

from sur lie aging that is balanced with surprising acidity

Pouilly-Fuisse Joseph Drouhin (Burgundy) 4600 100 Chardonnay grape

This white Burgundy comes from the slopes of Solutre and Vergisson

in the towns of Pouilly and FuisseA seductive wine and a really nice

expression of the Chardonnay grape The colour is golden with

some green reflections Amon the floral and fruity aromas almonds and ripe

grapes dominate On the palate the wine is refreshingly and ethereal in its lightness

Mer Soleil Chardonnay By Caymus 4900

100 Chardonnay grapes from Santa Lucia Highlands

Bold full-bodied and lush in texture yet balanced by cool-climate acidity

Amber-gold in color and fully ripe with aromas and flavors reminiscent

of tropical fruit honeysuckle and citrus Aged in French oak barrels

Chardonnay ZD California 5200

Bright forward aromas of guava and tropical fruit are complemented by subtle

hints of orange blossom and sweet vanilla The palate is full bodied and lush with

notes of pineapple mandarin and lemon rind that integrate wonderfully with natural

acidity and subtle oak

Chardonnay ldquoOverlookrdquo Landmark CA 5500

Impressive with its rich complex flavors of peach pear and

nectarine Gaining in intensity and richness before finishing with a

soft buttery aftertaste

DEux Montille Auxey Duresses ( Burgundy) 7500

100 Chardonnay

Hand-crafted classical and authentic Burgundy that expresses the

subtle but fabulous nuances in personality of their different terroirs

Pure elegamt naturally balanced sappy vibrant wines that develop

a unique harmony and complexity with age Medium to full-bodied

Unfine and unfiltered

Chardonnay Chateau Montelena (Napa) 10000

100 Chardonnay

Rich beautiful rich golden straw color Clean pure aromas of pear

and crisp green apple all overlaid with light tropical fruit notes and

a hint of honeysuckle On the palate has wonderful fullness and

creaminess without being heavy Clean soft entry crisp acidity

rich display of fruit and well integrated oak with a touch of nuttiness

Jarvis Estate Chardonnay Napa 12000

The full-bodied Estate Chardonnay spent nine months in new French oak barrels

with sur-lie aging yet still crispy after light fining and filtration A delightful

golden hue and vibrant aromas of honeysuckle and tropical fruits welcome you

The aromas are followed by a refreshing Chardonnay that is striking by itself as

an aperitif wine or to accompany food Only 101 cases made

White Zinfandel BUEHLER (Napa) g 750 2800

100 zinfandel fruit hand-picked riper than most producers

Riper fruit translates to flavors like wild berries and strawberries

We leave less residual sugar The end result is a wine with more

red zinfandel berry character and a less sweet more refreshing taste

Dry Riesling Trefethen (Napa) 2900

Fresh and fragrant the distinct floral aromas of jasmine and geranium are

integrated with white ripe peach On the palate delightful acidity and minerality

prevail with classic Trefethen Riesling flavors of lime peach and a touch of

refreshing kiwi and melon A lingering essence of grapefruit gives this wine a

lively finish

Riesling Noble House (Bernkastel) g800 3000

Harvested in Bernkastel this wine has an agreeable ripe peach

and apricot aroma typical of the Middle Mosel state Long slightly sweet finish

makes it an easy drinking selection perfect with many fish dishes

Caymus Conundrum white blend (California) 3800

frac12 bottle 1900 This is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc Muscat Canelli

Chardonnay and Viognier grapes Powerful aromas of green apple

tangerine zest and honeysuckle Core flavors of apricot melon pear and light

vanilla are beautifully balanced by the sparkling acidity of citrus fruit The lush

creamy mouth-filling texture is match by a floral and bright tropical fruit notes

and leads to a full powerful finish

Chemistry Chehalem White Blend (Oregon) 3600

53 Chardonnay 20 Pinot Gris 16 Pinot Blanc 6 Riesling 5 Gewurztraminer

This fresh racy white has a great texture from its time in neutral oak Flavors of

apricots citrus blossom lemon peel green apple and spice aromas Light

refreshing and clean with some residual sugars and tropical components

without being overdone Semisweet

Moscato drsquo Asti Coppo (Piemonte) 3600

Semi-sweet lightly sparkling wime made from moscato grapes

It comes from vineyards around the town of Asti Crisp freshness

elegant floral aromas and delicate flavors of peaches and apricots

Red

Merlot Villa Pozzi (Siciligrave) g 775 2900

This Merlot is deep red with pronounced cherry ripe chocolate and wild plum flavors

Intense and vibrant on the palate

Ripe well structured round with a rich long finish

Merlot Jason Stephens Sta Clara Valley CA 3400 Dark rich color with fresh fruit and hearty aromas on the bouquet

Dense silky smooth with velvety tannins on the palate

Concentrated fruit flavors are heightened with a slight sweetness

Medium to full-bodied A very polished and flavorful wine

Merlot Colle Duga (Friuli Venezia) 4100 100 Merlot

Displaying intense flavors of berries and plums this full bodied

wine is soft on the palate with no sharp edges and a remarkable

long and persistent finish A really delightful find

Northstar Merlot Columbia Valley WA 6300 82 Merlot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon 3 Petit Verdot

Structured with power and elegance the rich concentrated front and

middle palates roll seamlessly into the generous silky finish

Aromatics and flavors offer concentrated black cherry plums and currants

Rich deep and velvety

Merlot Stagsrsquo Leap (Napa) 6500

This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of back cherry brambles

cedar and fennel The palate reveals layers of black plum licorice and vanilla

supported by firm but fine tannins The full-bodied mid palate carries through

to a nice long finish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate

Merlot Shafer (Napa Valley CA) 10500

76 Merlot 17 Cabernet Sauvignon 7 Cabernet Franc

Perfumed aromas of dark fruit Opulent flavors of red and black pepper

strawberry and plum

Easily Shaferrsquos greatest Merlot ever Rich robust sweet refined tannins

Merlot Inversus IGT Fattoria Casaloste (Toscana) 13500

90 Merlot 10 Sangiovese Certified organic

Deep garnet color Currant hints of raisings and blackberry aromas and flavors

follow through to a full-bodied wine with refined and well integrated tannins with

toasty oak and coffee aftertaste Aged 16 month in French oak WS 92 JS 96

7 on James Sucklingrsquos 10 best wines of the world list 585 cases produced

Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 4: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

White

The Crossings Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand) 3400

The color is vibrant with a crisp and subtle green hue The wine presents

powerful aromas of passion fruit on the nose On the palate there are flavors

of lime zest melon and white floral notes framed by a structured yet supple

mid palate racy acidity and mineral undertones of Awatere Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc Titus (California) 4200

100 Sauvignon Blanc

Cristal clear with a pale gold hue The nose is pronounced with notes of white

Peach apricots sweet melon citric and jasmine Crisp and refreshing acidity

With flavors that match the aromas along with intense white flowers and subtle

honeysuckle

Sancerre Pascal Jolivet (Loire Valley) 4400

100 Sauvignon Blanc grapes

Pale whitish straw in color The nose is fresh clean with notes of lime peel

green herbs and black currant On the palate it is fresh the acidity is is

tempered by very subtle residual sugar very clean alive racy youthful

Overall a dry and elegant wine Very typical sancerre

Sauvignon Blanc Pouilly Fume (Loire Valley) 5500

100 Sauvignon Blanc The grape juice is fermented naturally without adding cultivated yeasts

producing a Pouilly-Fume with real character mineral aromas and flavors

with finesse and elegance

J Vineyards Russian River Vin Gris (California) 4200

100 Pinot Noir grapes from Russian River Valley

Distinctive pale salmon color loaded with lively flavors and aromas of

stawberry and cherry fruit Dry medium-bodied crisp and delicious

Ronco Broilo Conte drsquoAttimis (Fruili) 7500

45 Pinot Bianco 55 Friulano Appasimento process for both grapes

Straw yellow color rich in golden undertones Aromas of hazelnuts dates

and candied fruits with a slight vanilla scent A full-bodied wine with reduced

acidity level that contributes to the softness of the wine Balanced and fine long

lasting aftertaste ldquoA red wine in a white suetrdquo The most structured white wine

Pinot Grigio CarsquoBolani (Friuli) g 900 3400

100 Pinot Grigio

Pale straw color floral aromas with hints of citrus fruit and subtle spice

The flavors are bright and clean suggesting apple and melon

Light bodied wine nicely structured with balanced citrus and minerality

Pinot Gris A to Z Oregon 3200

Juicy bright and succulent on the attack this wine

showcases flavors of tangerine melon pineapple and wet

stone The wine is framed with ripe acidity giving classic

Oregon Pinot Gris proportion and lift to the richness

Pinot Grigio Bottega Vinaia (Trentino) 3600

A classic Pinot Grigio produced from some of the oldest single

vineyards made in a reserve styleBeautiful fruit with perfect

balance and a fabulous finish

Domaine Pinot Gris King Estate (Oregon) 4300

Explosive fruit entrance with flavors of melon tropical fruit

and honey with a citrus zest finish

Rich and balanced crisp and clean this wine has rounded

texture and body 100 Pinot Gris grapes grown in the Estatersquos

certified vineyards

Pinot Grigio Conte drsquoAttimis-Maniago (Friuli) 4500

Straw yellow color elegant and intense bouquet Harmonious and sophisticated with marked yeasty hints acquired by maturation Lively on the palate where it

becomes full and velvety with very persistent ripe fruit flavors supported by balanced

acidity rich structure and pleasant crispness

Verdicchio Il Cantico della Figura Andrea Felici (Italy) 5800

100 Verdicchio Single vineyard

This Cru wine comes from 50 year old vines in Le Marche and spends a year

in stainless steel and vitrified concrete vats and two years in bottle before released

Pale golden yellow full of life and vitality lively acidity and real limestone character

powerful and long

Pino amp Toi Faustus Maculan (Veneto) 2800

Made from Pinot Bianco Pinot Grigio and Tocai Pino amp Toi is pale yellow in

color with an intense and fruity nose with hints of refreshing citrus On the palate

the wine is balanced with loads of fresh peaches and pears followed by a crisp

finish

Bianco La Segreta Planeta (Sicily) g950 3600

50 Grecanico 30 Chardonnay 10 Viognier and 10 Fiano

The Chardonnay gives it a backbone The flavors of the other three varietals make this

wine stand out as a glass of sunshine on a rainy spring day

The Fiano gives it a slight herbal grassy taste The viognier brings in the citrus taste

and the floral aroma The Grecanico adds a slight sweetness It is fermented in steel

Vermentino Brigante Santa Lucia (Maremma) 3600

Light straw yellow with green tinges Elegant bouquet

A refreshing wine on the palate well structured and wit plenty of fresh fruit

flavors balanced acidity and a long zesty dry a finish It makes a great aperitif

and an excellent pairing for seafood dishes 100 Vermentino grapes

Viognier Cline (Sonoma Coast) CA 2900

Viognier is a variety characterized by low yields and small planted acreage

Viognier is one of the worldrsquos most rare and most treasured wines This wine is loaded

with peaches apricots floral and citrus notes

Viognier Miner Simpson Vineyard (California) 3600

Aromatically complex with citrus and honeysuckle notes on the nose and

plush feel on the palate our Viognier consistently displays a fine balance of

natural acidity and intense concentration Stainless steel fermented to allow

the vibrant tropical and stone fruit characteristics of this varietal to shine

Chardonnay Sean Minor (Central Coast) g 800 3000

Golden straw color with aromas of pears apples and orange

blossoms On the entry green apple acidity integrates well

with a medium-bodied mouth feel Hint of minerality add

complexity to the finish

Chardonnay Antinori Castello Della Sala (Umbria) 3600

Pale yellow with golden hints Fruity fragance with

typical varieacutetal character Good marked vanilla and

toasty flavors Well-structured and eacuteleacutegant with good

mineacuteral content Verget St Veran Terro de Davaye (Burgundy) 3600

100 Chardonnay grape This White Burgundy of noted for its

rich creamy flavors It has aromas of jasmine honey and caramel

A big round Chardonnaythatwill go with almost all rich dishes

Jean-Mary Guffens is the owner and winemaker

Chardonnay Bouchaine (Carneros) g1000 3800 This Chardonnay comes only from fruit grown in our Carneros estate

Vineyards Its brilliant straw gold color is the first hint of its

bright and refreshing character citrus flavors and a touch of

minerality an splash of acidity all touched by an effortless accent of oak

Girard Chardonnay Russian River Valley 4000 The French oak aging on this Russian River Chardonnay

offers wonderful aromas of citrus tropical fruit vanilla and

cregraveme brulee On the palate therersquos a rich creamy texture

from sur lie aging that is balanced with surprising acidity

Pouilly-Fuisse Joseph Drouhin (Burgundy) 4600 100 Chardonnay grape

This white Burgundy comes from the slopes of Solutre and Vergisson

in the towns of Pouilly and FuisseA seductive wine and a really nice

expression of the Chardonnay grape The colour is golden with

some green reflections Amon the floral and fruity aromas almonds and ripe

grapes dominate On the palate the wine is refreshingly and ethereal in its lightness

Mer Soleil Chardonnay By Caymus 4900

100 Chardonnay grapes from Santa Lucia Highlands

Bold full-bodied and lush in texture yet balanced by cool-climate acidity

Amber-gold in color and fully ripe with aromas and flavors reminiscent

of tropical fruit honeysuckle and citrus Aged in French oak barrels

Chardonnay ZD California 5200

Bright forward aromas of guava and tropical fruit are complemented by subtle

hints of orange blossom and sweet vanilla The palate is full bodied and lush with

notes of pineapple mandarin and lemon rind that integrate wonderfully with natural

acidity and subtle oak

Chardonnay ldquoOverlookrdquo Landmark CA 5500

Impressive with its rich complex flavors of peach pear and

nectarine Gaining in intensity and richness before finishing with a

soft buttery aftertaste

DEux Montille Auxey Duresses ( Burgundy) 7500

100 Chardonnay

Hand-crafted classical and authentic Burgundy that expresses the

subtle but fabulous nuances in personality of their different terroirs

Pure elegamt naturally balanced sappy vibrant wines that develop

a unique harmony and complexity with age Medium to full-bodied

Unfine and unfiltered

Chardonnay Chateau Montelena (Napa) 10000

100 Chardonnay

Rich beautiful rich golden straw color Clean pure aromas of pear

and crisp green apple all overlaid with light tropical fruit notes and

a hint of honeysuckle On the palate has wonderful fullness and

creaminess without being heavy Clean soft entry crisp acidity

rich display of fruit and well integrated oak with a touch of nuttiness

Jarvis Estate Chardonnay Napa 12000

The full-bodied Estate Chardonnay spent nine months in new French oak barrels

with sur-lie aging yet still crispy after light fining and filtration A delightful

golden hue and vibrant aromas of honeysuckle and tropical fruits welcome you

The aromas are followed by a refreshing Chardonnay that is striking by itself as

an aperitif wine or to accompany food Only 101 cases made

White Zinfandel BUEHLER (Napa) g 750 2800

100 zinfandel fruit hand-picked riper than most producers

Riper fruit translates to flavors like wild berries and strawberries

We leave less residual sugar The end result is a wine with more

red zinfandel berry character and a less sweet more refreshing taste

Dry Riesling Trefethen (Napa) 2900

Fresh and fragrant the distinct floral aromas of jasmine and geranium are

integrated with white ripe peach On the palate delightful acidity and minerality

prevail with classic Trefethen Riesling flavors of lime peach and a touch of

refreshing kiwi and melon A lingering essence of grapefruit gives this wine a

lively finish

Riesling Noble House (Bernkastel) g800 3000

Harvested in Bernkastel this wine has an agreeable ripe peach

and apricot aroma typical of the Middle Mosel state Long slightly sweet finish

makes it an easy drinking selection perfect with many fish dishes

Caymus Conundrum white blend (California) 3800

frac12 bottle 1900 This is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc Muscat Canelli

Chardonnay and Viognier grapes Powerful aromas of green apple

tangerine zest and honeysuckle Core flavors of apricot melon pear and light

vanilla are beautifully balanced by the sparkling acidity of citrus fruit The lush

creamy mouth-filling texture is match by a floral and bright tropical fruit notes

and leads to a full powerful finish

Chemistry Chehalem White Blend (Oregon) 3600

53 Chardonnay 20 Pinot Gris 16 Pinot Blanc 6 Riesling 5 Gewurztraminer

This fresh racy white has a great texture from its time in neutral oak Flavors of

apricots citrus blossom lemon peel green apple and spice aromas Light

refreshing and clean with some residual sugars and tropical components

without being overdone Semisweet

Moscato drsquo Asti Coppo (Piemonte) 3600

Semi-sweet lightly sparkling wime made from moscato grapes

It comes from vineyards around the town of Asti Crisp freshness

elegant floral aromas and delicate flavors of peaches and apricots

Red

Merlot Villa Pozzi (Siciligrave) g 775 2900

This Merlot is deep red with pronounced cherry ripe chocolate and wild plum flavors

Intense and vibrant on the palate

Ripe well structured round with a rich long finish

Merlot Jason Stephens Sta Clara Valley CA 3400 Dark rich color with fresh fruit and hearty aromas on the bouquet

Dense silky smooth with velvety tannins on the palate

Concentrated fruit flavors are heightened with a slight sweetness

Medium to full-bodied A very polished and flavorful wine

Merlot Colle Duga (Friuli Venezia) 4100 100 Merlot

Displaying intense flavors of berries and plums this full bodied

wine is soft on the palate with no sharp edges and a remarkable

long and persistent finish A really delightful find

Northstar Merlot Columbia Valley WA 6300 82 Merlot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon 3 Petit Verdot

Structured with power and elegance the rich concentrated front and

middle palates roll seamlessly into the generous silky finish

Aromatics and flavors offer concentrated black cherry plums and currants

Rich deep and velvety

Merlot Stagsrsquo Leap (Napa) 6500

This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of back cherry brambles

cedar and fennel The palate reveals layers of black plum licorice and vanilla

supported by firm but fine tannins The full-bodied mid palate carries through

to a nice long finish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate

Merlot Shafer (Napa Valley CA) 10500

76 Merlot 17 Cabernet Sauvignon 7 Cabernet Franc

Perfumed aromas of dark fruit Opulent flavors of red and black pepper

strawberry and plum

Easily Shaferrsquos greatest Merlot ever Rich robust sweet refined tannins

Merlot Inversus IGT Fattoria Casaloste (Toscana) 13500

90 Merlot 10 Sangiovese Certified organic

Deep garnet color Currant hints of raisings and blackberry aromas and flavors

follow through to a full-bodied wine with refined and well integrated tannins with

toasty oak and coffee aftertaste Aged 16 month in French oak WS 92 JS 96

7 on James Sucklingrsquos 10 best wines of the world list 585 cases produced

Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 5: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

The Crossings Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand) 3400

The color is vibrant with a crisp and subtle green hue The wine presents

powerful aromas of passion fruit on the nose On the palate there are flavors

of lime zest melon and white floral notes framed by a structured yet supple

mid palate racy acidity and mineral undertones of Awatere Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc Titus (California) 4200

100 Sauvignon Blanc

Cristal clear with a pale gold hue The nose is pronounced with notes of white

Peach apricots sweet melon citric and jasmine Crisp and refreshing acidity

With flavors that match the aromas along with intense white flowers and subtle

honeysuckle

Sancerre Pascal Jolivet (Loire Valley) 4400

100 Sauvignon Blanc grapes

Pale whitish straw in color The nose is fresh clean with notes of lime peel

green herbs and black currant On the palate it is fresh the acidity is is

tempered by very subtle residual sugar very clean alive racy youthful

Overall a dry and elegant wine Very typical sancerre

Sauvignon Blanc Pouilly Fume (Loire Valley) 5500

100 Sauvignon Blanc The grape juice is fermented naturally without adding cultivated yeasts

producing a Pouilly-Fume with real character mineral aromas and flavors

with finesse and elegance

J Vineyards Russian River Vin Gris (California) 4200

100 Pinot Noir grapes from Russian River Valley

Distinctive pale salmon color loaded with lively flavors and aromas of

stawberry and cherry fruit Dry medium-bodied crisp and delicious

Ronco Broilo Conte drsquoAttimis (Fruili) 7500

45 Pinot Bianco 55 Friulano Appasimento process for both grapes

Straw yellow color rich in golden undertones Aromas of hazelnuts dates

and candied fruits with a slight vanilla scent A full-bodied wine with reduced

acidity level that contributes to the softness of the wine Balanced and fine long

lasting aftertaste ldquoA red wine in a white suetrdquo The most structured white wine

Pinot Grigio CarsquoBolani (Friuli) g 900 3400

100 Pinot Grigio

Pale straw color floral aromas with hints of citrus fruit and subtle spice

The flavors are bright and clean suggesting apple and melon

Light bodied wine nicely structured with balanced citrus and minerality

Pinot Gris A to Z Oregon 3200

Juicy bright and succulent on the attack this wine

showcases flavors of tangerine melon pineapple and wet

stone The wine is framed with ripe acidity giving classic

Oregon Pinot Gris proportion and lift to the richness

Pinot Grigio Bottega Vinaia (Trentino) 3600

A classic Pinot Grigio produced from some of the oldest single

vineyards made in a reserve styleBeautiful fruit with perfect

balance and a fabulous finish

Domaine Pinot Gris King Estate (Oregon) 4300

Explosive fruit entrance with flavors of melon tropical fruit

and honey with a citrus zest finish

Rich and balanced crisp and clean this wine has rounded

texture and body 100 Pinot Gris grapes grown in the Estatersquos

certified vineyards

Pinot Grigio Conte drsquoAttimis-Maniago (Friuli) 4500

Straw yellow color elegant and intense bouquet Harmonious and sophisticated with marked yeasty hints acquired by maturation Lively on the palate where it

becomes full and velvety with very persistent ripe fruit flavors supported by balanced

acidity rich structure and pleasant crispness

Verdicchio Il Cantico della Figura Andrea Felici (Italy) 5800

100 Verdicchio Single vineyard

This Cru wine comes from 50 year old vines in Le Marche and spends a year

in stainless steel and vitrified concrete vats and two years in bottle before released

Pale golden yellow full of life and vitality lively acidity and real limestone character

powerful and long

Pino amp Toi Faustus Maculan (Veneto) 2800

Made from Pinot Bianco Pinot Grigio and Tocai Pino amp Toi is pale yellow in

color with an intense and fruity nose with hints of refreshing citrus On the palate

the wine is balanced with loads of fresh peaches and pears followed by a crisp

finish

Bianco La Segreta Planeta (Sicily) g950 3600

50 Grecanico 30 Chardonnay 10 Viognier and 10 Fiano

The Chardonnay gives it a backbone The flavors of the other three varietals make this

wine stand out as a glass of sunshine on a rainy spring day

The Fiano gives it a slight herbal grassy taste The viognier brings in the citrus taste

and the floral aroma The Grecanico adds a slight sweetness It is fermented in steel

Vermentino Brigante Santa Lucia (Maremma) 3600

Light straw yellow with green tinges Elegant bouquet

A refreshing wine on the palate well structured and wit plenty of fresh fruit

flavors balanced acidity and a long zesty dry a finish It makes a great aperitif

and an excellent pairing for seafood dishes 100 Vermentino grapes

Viognier Cline (Sonoma Coast) CA 2900

Viognier is a variety characterized by low yields and small planted acreage

Viognier is one of the worldrsquos most rare and most treasured wines This wine is loaded

with peaches apricots floral and citrus notes

Viognier Miner Simpson Vineyard (California) 3600

Aromatically complex with citrus and honeysuckle notes on the nose and

plush feel on the palate our Viognier consistently displays a fine balance of

natural acidity and intense concentration Stainless steel fermented to allow

the vibrant tropical and stone fruit characteristics of this varietal to shine

Chardonnay Sean Minor (Central Coast) g 800 3000

Golden straw color with aromas of pears apples and orange

blossoms On the entry green apple acidity integrates well

with a medium-bodied mouth feel Hint of minerality add

complexity to the finish

Chardonnay Antinori Castello Della Sala (Umbria) 3600

Pale yellow with golden hints Fruity fragance with

typical varieacutetal character Good marked vanilla and

toasty flavors Well-structured and eacuteleacutegant with good

mineacuteral content Verget St Veran Terro de Davaye (Burgundy) 3600

100 Chardonnay grape This White Burgundy of noted for its

rich creamy flavors It has aromas of jasmine honey and caramel

A big round Chardonnaythatwill go with almost all rich dishes

Jean-Mary Guffens is the owner and winemaker

Chardonnay Bouchaine (Carneros) g1000 3800 This Chardonnay comes only from fruit grown in our Carneros estate

Vineyards Its brilliant straw gold color is the first hint of its

bright and refreshing character citrus flavors and a touch of

minerality an splash of acidity all touched by an effortless accent of oak

Girard Chardonnay Russian River Valley 4000 The French oak aging on this Russian River Chardonnay

offers wonderful aromas of citrus tropical fruit vanilla and

cregraveme brulee On the palate therersquos a rich creamy texture

from sur lie aging that is balanced with surprising acidity

Pouilly-Fuisse Joseph Drouhin (Burgundy) 4600 100 Chardonnay grape

This white Burgundy comes from the slopes of Solutre and Vergisson

in the towns of Pouilly and FuisseA seductive wine and a really nice

expression of the Chardonnay grape The colour is golden with

some green reflections Amon the floral and fruity aromas almonds and ripe

grapes dominate On the palate the wine is refreshingly and ethereal in its lightness

Mer Soleil Chardonnay By Caymus 4900

100 Chardonnay grapes from Santa Lucia Highlands

Bold full-bodied and lush in texture yet balanced by cool-climate acidity

Amber-gold in color and fully ripe with aromas and flavors reminiscent

of tropical fruit honeysuckle and citrus Aged in French oak barrels

Chardonnay ZD California 5200

Bright forward aromas of guava and tropical fruit are complemented by subtle

hints of orange blossom and sweet vanilla The palate is full bodied and lush with

notes of pineapple mandarin and lemon rind that integrate wonderfully with natural

acidity and subtle oak

Chardonnay ldquoOverlookrdquo Landmark CA 5500

Impressive with its rich complex flavors of peach pear and

nectarine Gaining in intensity and richness before finishing with a

soft buttery aftertaste

DEux Montille Auxey Duresses ( Burgundy) 7500

100 Chardonnay

Hand-crafted classical and authentic Burgundy that expresses the

subtle but fabulous nuances in personality of their different terroirs

Pure elegamt naturally balanced sappy vibrant wines that develop

a unique harmony and complexity with age Medium to full-bodied

Unfine and unfiltered

Chardonnay Chateau Montelena (Napa) 10000

100 Chardonnay

Rich beautiful rich golden straw color Clean pure aromas of pear

and crisp green apple all overlaid with light tropical fruit notes and

a hint of honeysuckle On the palate has wonderful fullness and

creaminess without being heavy Clean soft entry crisp acidity

rich display of fruit and well integrated oak with a touch of nuttiness

Jarvis Estate Chardonnay Napa 12000

The full-bodied Estate Chardonnay spent nine months in new French oak barrels

with sur-lie aging yet still crispy after light fining and filtration A delightful

golden hue and vibrant aromas of honeysuckle and tropical fruits welcome you

The aromas are followed by a refreshing Chardonnay that is striking by itself as

an aperitif wine or to accompany food Only 101 cases made

White Zinfandel BUEHLER (Napa) g 750 2800

100 zinfandel fruit hand-picked riper than most producers

Riper fruit translates to flavors like wild berries and strawberries

We leave less residual sugar The end result is a wine with more

red zinfandel berry character and a less sweet more refreshing taste

Dry Riesling Trefethen (Napa) 2900

Fresh and fragrant the distinct floral aromas of jasmine and geranium are

integrated with white ripe peach On the palate delightful acidity and minerality

prevail with classic Trefethen Riesling flavors of lime peach and a touch of

refreshing kiwi and melon A lingering essence of grapefruit gives this wine a

lively finish

Riesling Noble House (Bernkastel) g800 3000

Harvested in Bernkastel this wine has an agreeable ripe peach

and apricot aroma typical of the Middle Mosel state Long slightly sweet finish

makes it an easy drinking selection perfect with many fish dishes

Caymus Conundrum white blend (California) 3800

frac12 bottle 1900 This is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc Muscat Canelli

Chardonnay and Viognier grapes Powerful aromas of green apple

tangerine zest and honeysuckle Core flavors of apricot melon pear and light

vanilla are beautifully balanced by the sparkling acidity of citrus fruit The lush

creamy mouth-filling texture is match by a floral and bright tropical fruit notes

and leads to a full powerful finish

Chemistry Chehalem White Blend (Oregon) 3600

53 Chardonnay 20 Pinot Gris 16 Pinot Blanc 6 Riesling 5 Gewurztraminer

This fresh racy white has a great texture from its time in neutral oak Flavors of

apricots citrus blossom lemon peel green apple and spice aromas Light

refreshing and clean with some residual sugars and tropical components

without being overdone Semisweet

Moscato drsquo Asti Coppo (Piemonte) 3600

Semi-sweet lightly sparkling wime made from moscato grapes

It comes from vineyards around the town of Asti Crisp freshness

elegant floral aromas and delicate flavors of peaches and apricots

Red

Merlot Villa Pozzi (Siciligrave) g 775 2900

This Merlot is deep red with pronounced cherry ripe chocolate and wild plum flavors

Intense and vibrant on the palate

Ripe well structured round with a rich long finish

Merlot Jason Stephens Sta Clara Valley CA 3400 Dark rich color with fresh fruit and hearty aromas on the bouquet

Dense silky smooth with velvety tannins on the palate

Concentrated fruit flavors are heightened with a slight sweetness

Medium to full-bodied A very polished and flavorful wine

Merlot Colle Duga (Friuli Venezia) 4100 100 Merlot

Displaying intense flavors of berries and plums this full bodied

wine is soft on the palate with no sharp edges and a remarkable

long and persistent finish A really delightful find

Northstar Merlot Columbia Valley WA 6300 82 Merlot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon 3 Petit Verdot

Structured with power and elegance the rich concentrated front and

middle palates roll seamlessly into the generous silky finish

Aromatics and flavors offer concentrated black cherry plums and currants

Rich deep and velvety

Merlot Stagsrsquo Leap (Napa) 6500

This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of back cherry brambles

cedar and fennel The palate reveals layers of black plum licorice and vanilla

supported by firm but fine tannins The full-bodied mid palate carries through

to a nice long finish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate

Merlot Shafer (Napa Valley CA) 10500

76 Merlot 17 Cabernet Sauvignon 7 Cabernet Franc

Perfumed aromas of dark fruit Opulent flavors of red and black pepper

strawberry and plum

Easily Shaferrsquos greatest Merlot ever Rich robust sweet refined tannins

Merlot Inversus IGT Fattoria Casaloste (Toscana) 13500

90 Merlot 10 Sangiovese Certified organic

Deep garnet color Currant hints of raisings and blackberry aromas and flavors

follow through to a full-bodied wine with refined and well integrated tannins with

toasty oak and coffee aftertaste Aged 16 month in French oak WS 92 JS 96

7 on James Sucklingrsquos 10 best wines of the world list 585 cases produced

Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 6: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Pinot Grigio CarsquoBolani (Friuli) g 900 3400

100 Pinot Grigio

Pale straw color floral aromas with hints of citrus fruit and subtle spice

The flavors are bright and clean suggesting apple and melon

Light bodied wine nicely structured with balanced citrus and minerality

Pinot Gris A to Z Oregon 3200

Juicy bright and succulent on the attack this wine

showcases flavors of tangerine melon pineapple and wet

stone The wine is framed with ripe acidity giving classic

Oregon Pinot Gris proportion and lift to the richness

Pinot Grigio Bottega Vinaia (Trentino) 3600

A classic Pinot Grigio produced from some of the oldest single

vineyards made in a reserve styleBeautiful fruit with perfect

balance and a fabulous finish

Domaine Pinot Gris King Estate (Oregon) 4300

Explosive fruit entrance with flavors of melon tropical fruit

and honey with a citrus zest finish

Rich and balanced crisp and clean this wine has rounded

texture and body 100 Pinot Gris grapes grown in the Estatersquos

certified vineyards

Pinot Grigio Conte drsquoAttimis-Maniago (Friuli) 4500

Straw yellow color elegant and intense bouquet Harmonious and sophisticated with marked yeasty hints acquired by maturation Lively on the palate where it

becomes full and velvety with very persistent ripe fruit flavors supported by balanced

acidity rich structure and pleasant crispness

Verdicchio Il Cantico della Figura Andrea Felici (Italy) 5800

100 Verdicchio Single vineyard

This Cru wine comes from 50 year old vines in Le Marche and spends a year

in stainless steel and vitrified concrete vats and two years in bottle before released

Pale golden yellow full of life and vitality lively acidity and real limestone character

powerful and long

Pino amp Toi Faustus Maculan (Veneto) 2800

Made from Pinot Bianco Pinot Grigio and Tocai Pino amp Toi is pale yellow in

color with an intense and fruity nose with hints of refreshing citrus On the palate

the wine is balanced with loads of fresh peaches and pears followed by a crisp

finish

Bianco La Segreta Planeta (Sicily) g950 3600

50 Grecanico 30 Chardonnay 10 Viognier and 10 Fiano

The Chardonnay gives it a backbone The flavors of the other three varietals make this

wine stand out as a glass of sunshine on a rainy spring day

The Fiano gives it a slight herbal grassy taste The viognier brings in the citrus taste

and the floral aroma The Grecanico adds a slight sweetness It is fermented in steel

Vermentino Brigante Santa Lucia (Maremma) 3600

Light straw yellow with green tinges Elegant bouquet

A refreshing wine on the palate well structured and wit plenty of fresh fruit

flavors balanced acidity and a long zesty dry a finish It makes a great aperitif

and an excellent pairing for seafood dishes 100 Vermentino grapes

Viognier Cline (Sonoma Coast) CA 2900

Viognier is a variety characterized by low yields and small planted acreage

Viognier is one of the worldrsquos most rare and most treasured wines This wine is loaded

with peaches apricots floral and citrus notes

Viognier Miner Simpson Vineyard (California) 3600

Aromatically complex with citrus and honeysuckle notes on the nose and

plush feel on the palate our Viognier consistently displays a fine balance of

natural acidity and intense concentration Stainless steel fermented to allow

the vibrant tropical and stone fruit characteristics of this varietal to shine

Chardonnay Sean Minor (Central Coast) g 800 3000

Golden straw color with aromas of pears apples and orange

blossoms On the entry green apple acidity integrates well

with a medium-bodied mouth feel Hint of minerality add

complexity to the finish

Chardonnay Antinori Castello Della Sala (Umbria) 3600

Pale yellow with golden hints Fruity fragance with

typical varieacutetal character Good marked vanilla and

toasty flavors Well-structured and eacuteleacutegant with good

mineacuteral content Verget St Veran Terro de Davaye (Burgundy) 3600

100 Chardonnay grape This White Burgundy of noted for its

rich creamy flavors It has aromas of jasmine honey and caramel

A big round Chardonnaythatwill go with almost all rich dishes

Jean-Mary Guffens is the owner and winemaker

Chardonnay Bouchaine (Carneros) g1000 3800 This Chardonnay comes only from fruit grown in our Carneros estate

Vineyards Its brilliant straw gold color is the first hint of its

bright and refreshing character citrus flavors and a touch of

minerality an splash of acidity all touched by an effortless accent of oak

Girard Chardonnay Russian River Valley 4000 The French oak aging on this Russian River Chardonnay

offers wonderful aromas of citrus tropical fruit vanilla and

cregraveme brulee On the palate therersquos a rich creamy texture

from sur lie aging that is balanced with surprising acidity

Pouilly-Fuisse Joseph Drouhin (Burgundy) 4600 100 Chardonnay grape

This white Burgundy comes from the slopes of Solutre and Vergisson

in the towns of Pouilly and FuisseA seductive wine and a really nice

expression of the Chardonnay grape The colour is golden with

some green reflections Amon the floral and fruity aromas almonds and ripe

grapes dominate On the palate the wine is refreshingly and ethereal in its lightness

Mer Soleil Chardonnay By Caymus 4900

100 Chardonnay grapes from Santa Lucia Highlands

Bold full-bodied and lush in texture yet balanced by cool-climate acidity

Amber-gold in color and fully ripe with aromas and flavors reminiscent

of tropical fruit honeysuckle and citrus Aged in French oak barrels

Chardonnay ZD California 5200

Bright forward aromas of guava and tropical fruit are complemented by subtle

hints of orange blossom and sweet vanilla The palate is full bodied and lush with

notes of pineapple mandarin and lemon rind that integrate wonderfully with natural

acidity and subtle oak

Chardonnay ldquoOverlookrdquo Landmark CA 5500

Impressive with its rich complex flavors of peach pear and

nectarine Gaining in intensity and richness before finishing with a

soft buttery aftertaste

DEux Montille Auxey Duresses ( Burgundy) 7500

100 Chardonnay

Hand-crafted classical and authentic Burgundy that expresses the

subtle but fabulous nuances in personality of their different terroirs

Pure elegamt naturally balanced sappy vibrant wines that develop

a unique harmony and complexity with age Medium to full-bodied

Unfine and unfiltered

Chardonnay Chateau Montelena (Napa) 10000

100 Chardonnay

Rich beautiful rich golden straw color Clean pure aromas of pear

and crisp green apple all overlaid with light tropical fruit notes and

a hint of honeysuckle On the palate has wonderful fullness and

creaminess without being heavy Clean soft entry crisp acidity

rich display of fruit and well integrated oak with a touch of nuttiness

Jarvis Estate Chardonnay Napa 12000

The full-bodied Estate Chardonnay spent nine months in new French oak barrels

with sur-lie aging yet still crispy after light fining and filtration A delightful

golden hue and vibrant aromas of honeysuckle and tropical fruits welcome you

The aromas are followed by a refreshing Chardonnay that is striking by itself as

an aperitif wine or to accompany food Only 101 cases made

White Zinfandel BUEHLER (Napa) g 750 2800

100 zinfandel fruit hand-picked riper than most producers

Riper fruit translates to flavors like wild berries and strawberries

We leave less residual sugar The end result is a wine with more

red zinfandel berry character and a less sweet more refreshing taste

Dry Riesling Trefethen (Napa) 2900

Fresh and fragrant the distinct floral aromas of jasmine and geranium are

integrated with white ripe peach On the palate delightful acidity and minerality

prevail with classic Trefethen Riesling flavors of lime peach and a touch of

refreshing kiwi and melon A lingering essence of grapefruit gives this wine a

lively finish

Riesling Noble House (Bernkastel) g800 3000

Harvested in Bernkastel this wine has an agreeable ripe peach

and apricot aroma typical of the Middle Mosel state Long slightly sweet finish

makes it an easy drinking selection perfect with many fish dishes

Caymus Conundrum white blend (California) 3800

frac12 bottle 1900 This is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc Muscat Canelli

Chardonnay and Viognier grapes Powerful aromas of green apple

tangerine zest and honeysuckle Core flavors of apricot melon pear and light

vanilla are beautifully balanced by the sparkling acidity of citrus fruit The lush

creamy mouth-filling texture is match by a floral and bright tropical fruit notes

and leads to a full powerful finish

Chemistry Chehalem White Blend (Oregon) 3600

53 Chardonnay 20 Pinot Gris 16 Pinot Blanc 6 Riesling 5 Gewurztraminer

This fresh racy white has a great texture from its time in neutral oak Flavors of

apricots citrus blossom lemon peel green apple and spice aromas Light

refreshing and clean with some residual sugars and tropical components

without being overdone Semisweet

Moscato drsquo Asti Coppo (Piemonte) 3600

Semi-sweet lightly sparkling wime made from moscato grapes

It comes from vineyards around the town of Asti Crisp freshness

elegant floral aromas and delicate flavors of peaches and apricots

Red

Merlot Villa Pozzi (Siciligrave) g 775 2900

This Merlot is deep red with pronounced cherry ripe chocolate and wild plum flavors

Intense and vibrant on the palate

Ripe well structured round with a rich long finish

Merlot Jason Stephens Sta Clara Valley CA 3400 Dark rich color with fresh fruit and hearty aromas on the bouquet

Dense silky smooth with velvety tannins on the palate

Concentrated fruit flavors are heightened with a slight sweetness

Medium to full-bodied A very polished and flavorful wine

Merlot Colle Duga (Friuli Venezia) 4100 100 Merlot

Displaying intense flavors of berries and plums this full bodied

wine is soft on the palate with no sharp edges and a remarkable

long and persistent finish A really delightful find

Northstar Merlot Columbia Valley WA 6300 82 Merlot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon 3 Petit Verdot

Structured with power and elegance the rich concentrated front and

middle palates roll seamlessly into the generous silky finish

Aromatics and flavors offer concentrated black cherry plums and currants

Rich deep and velvety

Merlot Stagsrsquo Leap (Napa) 6500

This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of back cherry brambles

cedar and fennel The palate reveals layers of black plum licorice and vanilla

supported by firm but fine tannins The full-bodied mid palate carries through

to a nice long finish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate

Merlot Shafer (Napa Valley CA) 10500

76 Merlot 17 Cabernet Sauvignon 7 Cabernet Franc

Perfumed aromas of dark fruit Opulent flavors of red and black pepper

strawberry and plum

Easily Shaferrsquos greatest Merlot ever Rich robust sweet refined tannins

Merlot Inversus IGT Fattoria Casaloste (Toscana) 13500

90 Merlot 10 Sangiovese Certified organic

Deep garnet color Currant hints of raisings and blackberry aromas and flavors

follow through to a full-bodied wine with refined and well integrated tannins with

toasty oak and coffee aftertaste Aged 16 month in French oak WS 92 JS 96

7 on James Sucklingrsquos 10 best wines of the world list 585 cases produced

Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 7: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Pino amp Toi Faustus Maculan (Veneto) 2800

Made from Pinot Bianco Pinot Grigio and Tocai Pino amp Toi is pale yellow in

color with an intense and fruity nose with hints of refreshing citrus On the palate

the wine is balanced with loads of fresh peaches and pears followed by a crisp

finish

Bianco La Segreta Planeta (Sicily) g950 3600

50 Grecanico 30 Chardonnay 10 Viognier and 10 Fiano

The Chardonnay gives it a backbone The flavors of the other three varietals make this

wine stand out as a glass of sunshine on a rainy spring day

The Fiano gives it a slight herbal grassy taste The viognier brings in the citrus taste

and the floral aroma The Grecanico adds a slight sweetness It is fermented in steel

Vermentino Brigante Santa Lucia (Maremma) 3600

Light straw yellow with green tinges Elegant bouquet

A refreshing wine on the palate well structured and wit plenty of fresh fruit

flavors balanced acidity and a long zesty dry a finish It makes a great aperitif

and an excellent pairing for seafood dishes 100 Vermentino grapes

Viognier Cline (Sonoma Coast) CA 2900

Viognier is a variety characterized by low yields and small planted acreage

Viognier is one of the worldrsquos most rare and most treasured wines This wine is loaded

with peaches apricots floral and citrus notes

Viognier Miner Simpson Vineyard (California) 3600

Aromatically complex with citrus and honeysuckle notes on the nose and

plush feel on the palate our Viognier consistently displays a fine balance of

natural acidity and intense concentration Stainless steel fermented to allow

the vibrant tropical and stone fruit characteristics of this varietal to shine

Chardonnay Sean Minor (Central Coast) g 800 3000

Golden straw color with aromas of pears apples and orange

blossoms On the entry green apple acidity integrates well

with a medium-bodied mouth feel Hint of minerality add

complexity to the finish

Chardonnay Antinori Castello Della Sala (Umbria) 3600

Pale yellow with golden hints Fruity fragance with

typical varieacutetal character Good marked vanilla and

toasty flavors Well-structured and eacuteleacutegant with good

mineacuteral content Verget St Veran Terro de Davaye (Burgundy) 3600

100 Chardonnay grape This White Burgundy of noted for its

rich creamy flavors It has aromas of jasmine honey and caramel

A big round Chardonnaythatwill go with almost all rich dishes

Jean-Mary Guffens is the owner and winemaker

Chardonnay Bouchaine (Carneros) g1000 3800 This Chardonnay comes only from fruit grown in our Carneros estate

Vineyards Its brilliant straw gold color is the first hint of its

bright and refreshing character citrus flavors and a touch of

minerality an splash of acidity all touched by an effortless accent of oak

Girard Chardonnay Russian River Valley 4000 The French oak aging on this Russian River Chardonnay

offers wonderful aromas of citrus tropical fruit vanilla and

cregraveme brulee On the palate therersquos a rich creamy texture

from sur lie aging that is balanced with surprising acidity

Pouilly-Fuisse Joseph Drouhin (Burgundy) 4600 100 Chardonnay grape

This white Burgundy comes from the slopes of Solutre and Vergisson

in the towns of Pouilly and FuisseA seductive wine and a really nice

expression of the Chardonnay grape The colour is golden with

some green reflections Amon the floral and fruity aromas almonds and ripe

grapes dominate On the palate the wine is refreshingly and ethereal in its lightness

Mer Soleil Chardonnay By Caymus 4900

100 Chardonnay grapes from Santa Lucia Highlands

Bold full-bodied and lush in texture yet balanced by cool-climate acidity

Amber-gold in color and fully ripe with aromas and flavors reminiscent

of tropical fruit honeysuckle and citrus Aged in French oak barrels

Chardonnay ZD California 5200

Bright forward aromas of guava and tropical fruit are complemented by subtle

hints of orange blossom and sweet vanilla The palate is full bodied and lush with

notes of pineapple mandarin and lemon rind that integrate wonderfully with natural

acidity and subtle oak

Chardonnay ldquoOverlookrdquo Landmark CA 5500

Impressive with its rich complex flavors of peach pear and

nectarine Gaining in intensity and richness before finishing with a

soft buttery aftertaste

DEux Montille Auxey Duresses ( Burgundy) 7500

100 Chardonnay

Hand-crafted classical and authentic Burgundy that expresses the

subtle but fabulous nuances in personality of their different terroirs

Pure elegamt naturally balanced sappy vibrant wines that develop

a unique harmony and complexity with age Medium to full-bodied

Unfine and unfiltered

Chardonnay Chateau Montelena (Napa) 10000

100 Chardonnay

Rich beautiful rich golden straw color Clean pure aromas of pear

and crisp green apple all overlaid with light tropical fruit notes and

a hint of honeysuckle On the palate has wonderful fullness and

creaminess without being heavy Clean soft entry crisp acidity

rich display of fruit and well integrated oak with a touch of nuttiness

Jarvis Estate Chardonnay Napa 12000

The full-bodied Estate Chardonnay spent nine months in new French oak barrels

with sur-lie aging yet still crispy after light fining and filtration A delightful

golden hue and vibrant aromas of honeysuckle and tropical fruits welcome you

The aromas are followed by a refreshing Chardonnay that is striking by itself as

an aperitif wine or to accompany food Only 101 cases made

White Zinfandel BUEHLER (Napa) g 750 2800

100 zinfandel fruit hand-picked riper than most producers

Riper fruit translates to flavors like wild berries and strawberries

We leave less residual sugar The end result is a wine with more

red zinfandel berry character and a less sweet more refreshing taste

Dry Riesling Trefethen (Napa) 2900

Fresh and fragrant the distinct floral aromas of jasmine and geranium are

integrated with white ripe peach On the palate delightful acidity and minerality

prevail with classic Trefethen Riesling flavors of lime peach and a touch of

refreshing kiwi and melon A lingering essence of grapefruit gives this wine a

lively finish

Riesling Noble House (Bernkastel) g800 3000

Harvested in Bernkastel this wine has an agreeable ripe peach

and apricot aroma typical of the Middle Mosel state Long slightly sweet finish

makes it an easy drinking selection perfect with many fish dishes

Caymus Conundrum white blend (California) 3800

frac12 bottle 1900 This is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc Muscat Canelli

Chardonnay and Viognier grapes Powerful aromas of green apple

tangerine zest and honeysuckle Core flavors of apricot melon pear and light

vanilla are beautifully balanced by the sparkling acidity of citrus fruit The lush

creamy mouth-filling texture is match by a floral and bright tropical fruit notes

and leads to a full powerful finish

Chemistry Chehalem White Blend (Oregon) 3600

53 Chardonnay 20 Pinot Gris 16 Pinot Blanc 6 Riesling 5 Gewurztraminer

This fresh racy white has a great texture from its time in neutral oak Flavors of

apricots citrus blossom lemon peel green apple and spice aromas Light

refreshing and clean with some residual sugars and tropical components

without being overdone Semisweet

Moscato drsquo Asti Coppo (Piemonte) 3600

Semi-sweet lightly sparkling wime made from moscato grapes

It comes from vineyards around the town of Asti Crisp freshness

elegant floral aromas and delicate flavors of peaches and apricots

Red

Merlot Villa Pozzi (Siciligrave) g 775 2900

This Merlot is deep red with pronounced cherry ripe chocolate and wild plum flavors

Intense and vibrant on the palate

Ripe well structured round with a rich long finish

Merlot Jason Stephens Sta Clara Valley CA 3400 Dark rich color with fresh fruit and hearty aromas on the bouquet

Dense silky smooth with velvety tannins on the palate

Concentrated fruit flavors are heightened with a slight sweetness

Medium to full-bodied A very polished and flavorful wine

Merlot Colle Duga (Friuli Venezia) 4100 100 Merlot

Displaying intense flavors of berries and plums this full bodied

wine is soft on the palate with no sharp edges and a remarkable

long and persistent finish A really delightful find

Northstar Merlot Columbia Valley WA 6300 82 Merlot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon 3 Petit Verdot

Structured with power and elegance the rich concentrated front and

middle palates roll seamlessly into the generous silky finish

Aromatics and flavors offer concentrated black cherry plums and currants

Rich deep and velvety

Merlot Stagsrsquo Leap (Napa) 6500

This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of back cherry brambles

cedar and fennel The palate reveals layers of black plum licorice and vanilla

supported by firm but fine tannins The full-bodied mid palate carries through

to a nice long finish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate

Merlot Shafer (Napa Valley CA) 10500

76 Merlot 17 Cabernet Sauvignon 7 Cabernet Franc

Perfumed aromas of dark fruit Opulent flavors of red and black pepper

strawberry and plum

Easily Shaferrsquos greatest Merlot ever Rich robust sweet refined tannins

Merlot Inversus IGT Fattoria Casaloste (Toscana) 13500

90 Merlot 10 Sangiovese Certified organic

Deep garnet color Currant hints of raisings and blackberry aromas and flavors

follow through to a full-bodied wine with refined and well integrated tannins with

toasty oak and coffee aftertaste Aged 16 month in French oak WS 92 JS 96

7 on James Sucklingrsquos 10 best wines of the world list 585 cases produced

Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 8: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Chardonnay Sean Minor (Central Coast) g 800 3000

Golden straw color with aromas of pears apples and orange

blossoms On the entry green apple acidity integrates well

with a medium-bodied mouth feel Hint of minerality add

complexity to the finish

Chardonnay Antinori Castello Della Sala (Umbria) 3600

Pale yellow with golden hints Fruity fragance with

typical varieacutetal character Good marked vanilla and

toasty flavors Well-structured and eacuteleacutegant with good

mineacuteral content Verget St Veran Terro de Davaye (Burgundy) 3600

100 Chardonnay grape This White Burgundy of noted for its

rich creamy flavors It has aromas of jasmine honey and caramel

A big round Chardonnaythatwill go with almost all rich dishes

Jean-Mary Guffens is the owner and winemaker

Chardonnay Bouchaine (Carneros) g1000 3800 This Chardonnay comes only from fruit grown in our Carneros estate

Vineyards Its brilliant straw gold color is the first hint of its

bright and refreshing character citrus flavors and a touch of

minerality an splash of acidity all touched by an effortless accent of oak

Girard Chardonnay Russian River Valley 4000 The French oak aging on this Russian River Chardonnay

offers wonderful aromas of citrus tropical fruit vanilla and

cregraveme brulee On the palate therersquos a rich creamy texture

from sur lie aging that is balanced with surprising acidity

Pouilly-Fuisse Joseph Drouhin (Burgundy) 4600 100 Chardonnay grape

This white Burgundy comes from the slopes of Solutre and Vergisson

in the towns of Pouilly and FuisseA seductive wine and a really nice

expression of the Chardonnay grape The colour is golden with

some green reflections Amon the floral and fruity aromas almonds and ripe

grapes dominate On the palate the wine is refreshingly and ethereal in its lightness

Mer Soleil Chardonnay By Caymus 4900

100 Chardonnay grapes from Santa Lucia Highlands

Bold full-bodied and lush in texture yet balanced by cool-climate acidity

Amber-gold in color and fully ripe with aromas and flavors reminiscent

of tropical fruit honeysuckle and citrus Aged in French oak barrels

Chardonnay ZD California 5200

Bright forward aromas of guava and tropical fruit are complemented by subtle

hints of orange blossom and sweet vanilla The palate is full bodied and lush with

notes of pineapple mandarin and lemon rind that integrate wonderfully with natural

acidity and subtle oak

Chardonnay ldquoOverlookrdquo Landmark CA 5500

Impressive with its rich complex flavors of peach pear and

nectarine Gaining in intensity and richness before finishing with a

soft buttery aftertaste

DEux Montille Auxey Duresses ( Burgundy) 7500

100 Chardonnay

Hand-crafted classical and authentic Burgundy that expresses the

subtle but fabulous nuances in personality of their different terroirs

Pure elegamt naturally balanced sappy vibrant wines that develop

a unique harmony and complexity with age Medium to full-bodied

Unfine and unfiltered

Chardonnay Chateau Montelena (Napa) 10000

100 Chardonnay

Rich beautiful rich golden straw color Clean pure aromas of pear

and crisp green apple all overlaid with light tropical fruit notes and

a hint of honeysuckle On the palate has wonderful fullness and

creaminess without being heavy Clean soft entry crisp acidity

rich display of fruit and well integrated oak with a touch of nuttiness

Jarvis Estate Chardonnay Napa 12000

The full-bodied Estate Chardonnay spent nine months in new French oak barrels

with sur-lie aging yet still crispy after light fining and filtration A delightful

golden hue and vibrant aromas of honeysuckle and tropical fruits welcome you

The aromas are followed by a refreshing Chardonnay that is striking by itself as

an aperitif wine or to accompany food Only 101 cases made

White Zinfandel BUEHLER (Napa) g 750 2800

100 zinfandel fruit hand-picked riper than most producers

Riper fruit translates to flavors like wild berries and strawberries

We leave less residual sugar The end result is a wine with more

red zinfandel berry character and a less sweet more refreshing taste

Dry Riesling Trefethen (Napa) 2900

Fresh and fragrant the distinct floral aromas of jasmine and geranium are

integrated with white ripe peach On the palate delightful acidity and minerality

prevail with classic Trefethen Riesling flavors of lime peach and a touch of

refreshing kiwi and melon A lingering essence of grapefruit gives this wine a

lively finish

Riesling Noble House (Bernkastel) g800 3000

Harvested in Bernkastel this wine has an agreeable ripe peach

and apricot aroma typical of the Middle Mosel state Long slightly sweet finish

makes it an easy drinking selection perfect with many fish dishes

Caymus Conundrum white blend (California) 3800

frac12 bottle 1900 This is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc Muscat Canelli

Chardonnay and Viognier grapes Powerful aromas of green apple

tangerine zest and honeysuckle Core flavors of apricot melon pear and light

vanilla are beautifully balanced by the sparkling acidity of citrus fruit The lush

creamy mouth-filling texture is match by a floral and bright tropical fruit notes

and leads to a full powerful finish

Chemistry Chehalem White Blend (Oregon) 3600

53 Chardonnay 20 Pinot Gris 16 Pinot Blanc 6 Riesling 5 Gewurztraminer

This fresh racy white has a great texture from its time in neutral oak Flavors of

apricots citrus blossom lemon peel green apple and spice aromas Light

refreshing and clean with some residual sugars and tropical components

without being overdone Semisweet

Moscato drsquo Asti Coppo (Piemonte) 3600

Semi-sweet lightly sparkling wime made from moscato grapes

It comes from vineyards around the town of Asti Crisp freshness

elegant floral aromas and delicate flavors of peaches and apricots

Red

Merlot Villa Pozzi (Siciligrave) g 775 2900

This Merlot is deep red with pronounced cherry ripe chocolate and wild plum flavors

Intense and vibrant on the palate

Ripe well structured round with a rich long finish

Merlot Jason Stephens Sta Clara Valley CA 3400 Dark rich color with fresh fruit and hearty aromas on the bouquet

Dense silky smooth with velvety tannins on the palate

Concentrated fruit flavors are heightened with a slight sweetness

Medium to full-bodied A very polished and flavorful wine

Merlot Colle Duga (Friuli Venezia) 4100 100 Merlot

Displaying intense flavors of berries and plums this full bodied

wine is soft on the palate with no sharp edges and a remarkable

long and persistent finish A really delightful find

Northstar Merlot Columbia Valley WA 6300 82 Merlot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon 3 Petit Verdot

Structured with power and elegance the rich concentrated front and

middle palates roll seamlessly into the generous silky finish

Aromatics and flavors offer concentrated black cherry plums and currants

Rich deep and velvety

Merlot Stagsrsquo Leap (Napa) 6500

This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of back cherry brambles

cedar and fennel The palate reveals layers of black plum licorice and vanilla

supported by firm but fine tannins The full-bodied mid palate carries through

to a nice long finish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate

Merlot Shafer (Napa Valley CA) 10500

76 Merlot 17 Cabernet Sauvignon 7 Cabernet Franc

Perfumed aromas of dark fruit Opulent flavors of red and black pepper

strawberry and plum

Easily Shaferrsquos greatest Merlot ever Rich robust sweet refined tannins

Merlot Inversus IGT Fattoria Casaloste (Toscana) 13500

90 Merlot 10 Sangiovese Certified organic

Deep garnet color Currant hints of raisings and blackberry aromas and flavors

follow through to a full-bodied wine with refined and well integrated tannins with

toasty oak and coffee aftertaste Aged 16 month in French oak WS 92 JS 96

7 on James Sucklingrsquos 10 best wines of the world list 585 cases produced

Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 9: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Mer Soleil Chardonnay By Caymus 4900

100 Chardonnay grapes from Santa Lucia Highlands

Bold full-bodied and lush in texture yet balanced by cool-climate acidity

Amber-gold in color and fully ripe with aromas and flavors reminiscent

of tropical fruit honeysuckle and citrus Aged in French oak barrels

Chardonnay ZD California 5200

Bright forward aromas of guava and tropical fruit are complemented by subtle

hints of orange blossom and sweet vanilla The palate is full bodied and lush with

notes of pineapple mandarin and lemon rind that integrate wonderfully with natural

acidity and subtle oak

Chardonnay ldquoOverlookrdquo Landmark CA 5500

Impressive with its rich complex flavors of peach pear and

nectarine Gaining in intensity and richness before finishing with a

soft buttery aftertaste

DEux Montille Auxey Duresses ( Burgundy) 7500

100 Chardonnay

Hand-crafted classical and authentic Burgundy that expresses the

subtle but fabulous nuances in personality of their different terroirs

Pure elegamt naturally balanced sappy vibrant wines that develop

a unique harmony and complexity with age Medium to full-bodied

Unfine and unfiltered

Chardonnay Chateau Montelena (Napa) 10000

100 Chardonnay

Rich beautiful rich golden straw color Clean pure aromas of pear

and crisp green apple all overlaid with light tropical fruit notes and

a hint of honeysuckle On the palate has wonderful fullness and

creaminess without being heavy Clean soft entry crisp acidity

rich display of fruit and well integrated oak with a touch of nuttiness

Jarvis Estate Chardonnay Napa 12000

The full-bodied Estate Chardonnay spent nine months in new French oak barrels

with sur-lie aging yet still crispy after light fining and filtration A delightful

golden hue and vibrant aromas of honeysuckle and tropical fruits welcome you

The aromas are followed by a refreshing Chardonnay that is striking by itself as

an aperitif wine or to accompany food Only 101 cases made

White Zinfandel BUEHLER (Napa) g 750 2800

100 zinfandel fruit hand-picked riper than most producers

Riper fruit translates to flavors like wild berries and strawberries

We leave less residual sugar The end result is a wine with more

red zinfandel berry character and a less sweet more refreshing taste

Dry Riesling Trefethen (Napa) 2900

Fresh and fragrant the distinct floral aromas of jasmine and geranium are

integrated with white ripe peach On the palate delightful acidity and minerality

prevail with classic Trefethen Riesling flavors of lime peach and a touch of

refreshing kiwi and melon A lingering essence of grapefruit gives this wine a

lively finish

Riesling Noble House (Bernkastel) g800 3000

Harvested in Bernkastel this wine has an agreeable ripe peach

and apricot aroma typical of the Middle Mosel state Long slightly sweet finish

makes it an easy drinking selection perfect with many fish dishes

Caymus Conundrum white blend (California) 3800

frac12 bottle 1900 This is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc Muscat Canelli

Chardonnay and Viognier grapes Powerful aromas of green apple

tangerine zest and honeysuckle Core flavors of apricot melon pear and light

vanilla are beautifully balanced by the sparkling acidity of citrus fruit The lush

creamy mouth-filling texture is match by a floral and bright tropical fruit notes

and leads to a full powerful finish

Chemistry Chehalem White Blend (Oregon) 3600

53 Chardonnay 20 Pinot Gris 16 Pinot Blanc 6 Riesling 5 Gewurztraminer

This fresh racy white has a great texture from its time in neutral oak Flavors of

apricots citrus blossom lemon peel green apple and spice aromas Light

refreshing and clean with some residual sugars and tropical components

without being overdone Semisweet

Moscato drsquo Asti Coppo (Piemonte) 3600

Semi-sweet lightly sparkling wime made from moscato grapes

It comes from vineyards around the town of Asti Crisp freshness

elegant floral aromas and delicate flavors of peaches and apricots

Red

Merlot Villa Pozzi (Siciligrave) g 775 2900

This Merlot is deep red with pronounced cherry ripe chocolate and wild plum flavors

Intense and vibrant on the palate

Ripe well structured round with a rich long finish

Merlot Jason Stephens Sta Clara Valley CA 3400 Dark rich color with fresh fruit and hearty aromas on the bouquet

Dense silky smooth with velvety tannins on the palate

Concentrated fruit flavors are heightened with a slight sweetness

Medium to full-bodied A very polished and flavorful wine

Merlot Colle Duga (Friuli Venezia) 4100 100 Merlot

Displaying intense flavors of berries and plums this full bodied

wine is soft on the palate with no sharp edges and a remarkable

long and persistent finish A really delightful find

Northstar Merlot Columbia Valley WA 6300 82 Merlot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon 3 Petit Verdot

Structured with power and elegance the rich concentrated front and

middle palates roll seamlessly into the generous silky finish

Aromatics and flavors offer concentrated black cherry plums and currants

Rich deep and velvety

Merlot Stagsrsquo Leap (Napa) 6500

This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of back cherry brambles

cedar and fennel The palate reveals layers of black plum licorice and vanilla

supported by firm but fine tannins The full-bodied mid palate carries through

to a nice long finish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate

Merlot Shafer (Napa Valley CA) 10500

76 Merlot 17 Cabernet Sauvignon 7 Cabernet Franc

Perfumed aromas of dark fruit Opulent flavors of red and black pepper

strawberry and plum

Easily Shaferrsquos greatest Merlot ever Rich robust sweet refined tannins

Merlot Inversus IGT Fattoria Casaloste (Toscana) 13500

90 Merlot 10 Sangiovese Certified organic

Deep garnet color Currant hints of raisings and blackberry aromas and flavors

follow through to a full-bodied wine with refined and well integrated tannins with

toasty oak and coffee aftertaste Aged 16 month in French oak WS 92 JS 96

7 on James Sucklingrsquos 10 best wines of the world list 585 cases produced

Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 10: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

White Zinfandel BUEHLER (Napa) g 750 2800

100 zinfandel fruit hand-picked riper than most producers

Riper fruit translates to flavors like wild berries and strawberries

We leave less residual sugar The end result is a wine with more

red zinfandel berry character and a less sweet more refreshing taste

Dry Riesling Trefethen (Napa) 2900

Fresh and fragrant the distinct floral aromas of jasmine and geranium are

integrated with white ripe peach On the palate delightful acidity and minerality

prevail with classic Trefethen Riesling flavors of lime peach and a touch of

refreshing kiwi and melon A lingering essence of grapefruit gives this wine a

lively finish

Riesling Noble House (Bernkastel) g800 3000

Harvested in Bernkastel this wine has an agreeable ripe peach

and apricot aroma typical of the Middle Mosel state Long slightly sweet finish

makes it an easy drinking selection perfect with many fish dishes

Caymus Conundrum white blend (California) 3800

frac12 bottle 1900 This is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc Muscat Canelli

Chardonnay and Viognier grapes Powerful aromas of green apple

tangerine zest and honeysuckle Core flavors of apricot melon pear and light

vanilla are beautifully balanced by the sparkling acidity of citrus fruit The lush

creamy mouth-filling texture is match by a floral and bright tropical fruit notes

and leads to a full powerful finish

Chemistry Chehalem White Blend (Oregon) 3600

53 Chardonnay 20 Pinot Gris 16 Pinot Blanc 6 Riesling 5 Gewurztraminer

This fresh racy white has a great texture from its time in neutral oak Flavors of

apricots citrus blossom lemon peel green apple and spice aromas Light

refreshing and clean with some residual sugars and tropical components

without being overdone Semisweet

Moscato drsquo Asti Coppo (Piemonte) 3600

Semi-sweet lightly sparkling wime made from moscato grapes

It comes from vineyards around the town of Asti Crisp freshness

elegant floral aromas and delicate flavors of peaches and apricots

Red

Merlot Villa Pozzi (Siciligrave) g 775 2900

This Merlot is deep red with pronounced cherry ripe chocolate and wild plum flavors

Intense and vibrant on the palate

Ripe well structured round with a rich long finish

Merlot Jason Stephens Sta Clara Valley CA 3400 Dark rich color with fresh fruit and hearty aromas on the bouquet

Dense silky smooth with velvety tannins on the palate

Concentrated fruit flavors are heightened with a slight sweetness

Medium to full-bodied A very polished and flavorful wine

Merlot Colle Duga (Friuli Venezia) 4100 100 Merlot

Displaying intense flavors of berries and plums this full bodied

wine is soft on the palate with no sharp edges and a remarkable

long and persistent finish A really delightful find

Northstar Merlot Columbia Valley WA 6300 82 Merlot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon 3 Petit Verdot

Structured with power and elegance the rich concentrated front and

middle palates roll seamlessly into the generous silky finish

Aromatics and flavors offer concentrated black cherry plums and currants

Rich deep and velvety

Merlot Stagsrsquo Leap (Napa) 6500

This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of back cherry brambles

cedar and fennel The palate reveals layers of black plum licorice and vanilla

supported by firm but fine tannins The full-bodied mid palate carries through

to a nice long finish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate

Merlot Shafer (Napa Valley CA) 10500

76 Merlot 17 Cabernet Sauvignon 7 Cabernet Franc

Perfumed aromas of dark fruit Opulent flavors of red and black pepper

strawberry and plum

Easily Shaferrsquos greatest Merlot ever Rich robust sweet refined tannins

Merlot Inversus IGT Fattoria Casaloste (Toscana) 13500

90 Merlot 10 Sangiovese Certified organic

Deep garnet color Currant hints of raisings and blackberry aromas and flavors

follow through to a full-bodied wine with refined and well integrated tannins with

toasty oak and coffee aftertaste Aged 16 month in French oak WS 92 JS 96

7 on James Sucklingrsquos 10 best wines of the world list 585 cases produced

Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 11: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Red

Merlot Villa Pozzi (Siciligrave) g 775 2900

This Merlot is deep red with pronounced cherry ripe chocolate and wild plum flavors

Intense and vibrant on the palate

Ripe well structured round with a rich long finish

Merlot Jason Stephens Sta Clara Valley CA 3400 Dark rich color with fresh fruit and hearty aromas on the bouquet

Dense silky smooth with velvety tannins on the palate

Concentrated fruit flavors are heightened with a slight sweetness

Medium to full-bodied A very polished and flavorful wine

Merlot Colle Duga (Friuli Venezia) 4100 100 Merlot

Displaying intense flavors of berries and plums this full bodied

wine is soft on the palate with no sharp edges and a remarkable

long and persistent finish A really delightful find

Northstar Merlot Columbia Valley WA 6300 82 Merlot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon 3 Petit Verdot

Structured with power and elegance the rich concentrated front and

middle palates roll seamlessly into the generous silky finish

Aromatics and flavors offer concentrated black cherry plums and currants

Rich deep and velvety

Merlot Stagsrsquo Leap (Napa) 6500

This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of back cherry brambles

cedar and fennel The palate reveals layers of black plum licorice and vanilla

supported by firm but fine tannins The full-bodied mid palate carries through

to a nice long finish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate

Merlot Shafer (Napa Valley CA) 10500

76 Merlot 17 Cabernet Sauvignon 7 Cabernet Franc

Perfumed aromas of dark fruit Opulent flavors of red and black pepper

strawberry and plum

Easily Shaferrsquos greatest Merlot ever Rich robust sweet refined tannins

Merlot Inversus IGT Fattoria Casaloste (Toscana) 13500

90 Merlot 10 Sangiovese Certified organic

Deep garnet color Currant hints of raisings and blackberry aromas and flavors

follow through to a full-bodied wine with refined and well integrated tannins with

toasty oak and coffee aftertaste Aged 16 month in French oak WS 92 JS 96

7 on James Sucklingrsquos 10 best wines of the world list 585 cases produced

Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 12: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Merlot Villa Pozzi (Siciligrave) g 775 2900

This Merlot is deep red with pronounced cherry ripe chocolate and wild plum flavors

Intense and vibrant on the palate

Ripe well structured round with a rich long finish

Merlot Jason Stephens Sta Clara Valley CA 3400 Dark rich color with fresh fruit and hearty aromas on the bouquet

Dense silky smooth with velvety tannins on the palate

Concentrated fruit flavors are heightened with a slight sweetness

Medium to full-bodied A very polished and flavorful wine

Merlot Colle Duga (Friuli Venezia) 4100 100 Merlot

Displaying intense flavors of berries and plums this full bodied

wine is soft on the palate with no sharp edges and a remarkable

long and persistent finish A really delightful find

Northstar Merlot Columbia Valley WA 6300 82 Merlot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon 3 Petit Verdot

Structured with power and elegance the rich concentrated front and

middle palates roll seamlessly into the generous silky finish

Aromatics and flavors offer concentrated black cherry plums and currants

Rich deep and velvety

Merlot Stagsrsquo Leap (Napa) 6500

This Napa Valley Merlot begins with aromas of back cherry brambles

cedar and fennel The palate reveals layers of black plum licorice and vanilla

supported by firm but fine tannins The full-bodied mid palate carries through

to a nice long finish of blackberry jam and dark chocolate

Merlot Shafer (Napa Valley CA) 10500

76 Merlot 17 Cabernet Sauvignon 7 Cabernet Franc

Perfumed aromas of dark fruit Opulent flavors of red and black pepper

strawberry and plum

Easily Shaferrsquos greatest Merlot ever Rich robust sweet refined tannins

Merlot Inversus IGT Fattoria Casaloste (Toscana) 13500

90 Merlot 10 Sangiovese Certified organic

Deep garnet color Currant hints of raisings and blackberry aromas and flavors

follow through to a full-bodied wine with refined and well integrated tannins with

toasty oak and coffee aftertaste Aged 16 month in French oak WS 92 JS 96

7 on James Sucklingrsquos 10 best wines of the world list 585 cases produced

Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Chianti Cetamura Coltibuono DOCG (Toscana) g 800 3000

Intense bright ruby red cherry and blackberry nose with cinnamon and clove

nuances Full and well-balanced soft but tasty with good structure

Pleasant acidity clean dry and persistent aftertaste

SangioveseTenuta Sassoregale (Maremma Toscana) 3800

Bright ruby red characteristically varietal aromatics of cherries forest fruits and spices

lifted by subtle aromatic herbs assertively full entry intense yet elegant structure and extract

finishing attractively long with a reprise of the fragrant fruitiness and balsamic notes

Chianti Classico Riserva Carpineto DOCG (Toscana) 4800

Complex and elegant bouquet of persistent raspberry and vanilla aromas left from

extensive aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months and bottle for

10 months Full in body and velvety in texture the finish is long and generous

well-balanced with soft mature tannins 100 Sangiovese

Chianti Classico Fonterutoli Mazzei DOCG (Toscana) 5200

90 Sangiovese 10 Malvasia Nera Colorino and Merlot

A well proportioned elegant body dark berry fresh spice flavors intense smooth

taste Rich and harmonious with an impression of spice and mineral on the long

aftertaste Aged 12 month in small oak barrels

Chianti Classico Riserva Antinori DOCG (Toscana) 6600

90 Sangionese 10 Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep intense ruby red color with fragrance of an elegante fine wine In the palate

the wine is rich full boddied well-balanced with fine sweet tannins and a pleasant

persistence Aged 14 month in French Oak and one year in the bottle before release

Chianti Classico Rsv Badia a Passignano 12000 Traditional in its complexity roundness and elegance yet modern in its intense

fruitiness accessibility and soft tannins Deep dark cherry chocolate and vanilla

flavours Aged 12 month in oak barrels and 14 in the bottle before released

Col DrsquoOrcia Rosso Di Montalcino 09 (Tuscany) 4500

Deep ruby red with an intense fruity bouquet It is a full-bodied wine crafted from

pure Sangiovesse Grosso layered with the delicate nuances of the wood on a very

longaftertaste It is considered a more vivacious style of wine combining freshness with

structure and can be approached at a very early age

Well structured with rich chewy tannins Dry red wine 100 Sangiovesse Grosso

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 14: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Aida (Italy) g 1000 3800

100 Montepulciano grape

Ruby red with purple shades Floral and fruity fragance with a hint of

violet cherry and plum Full structure fruity flavor Rich soft

tannins

Montepulciano drsquoAbruzzo Trinita (Italy) 5100

100 Montepulciano grape

Big and Powerful with black pepper dried fruits and hints of

toasted oak and coffee Full-bodied chewy with a long finish

Montepulciano Santinumi Rosso Rsv 07 (Abruzzo) 12000

100 Montepulciano grape

Super rich red with an intense and elegant bouquet The concentration is

superb resulting in a robust austere style red wine As full-bodied as

it gets with a layered structure and a long finish Outstanding

Nero drsquoAvola Villa Pozzi (Sicily) 775 gl 2900

100 Nero drsquoAvola grape

Dark purple with reddish-violet edge typical of this grape

Ripe fruity silky with a nice structure and rich soft tannins

Super friendly and definitely an amazing value

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola (Sicily) 4800

Deep purple Aromas of wild berries and hints of spice

Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry Ripe and structured

Aged 10 month in oak for soft sophistication The wine is evolved

layered and shows great depth and personality

Nero drsquoAvola Zisola Doppiozeta (Sicily) 7800

60 Nero drsquoAvola 30 Syrah 10 Cabernet Franc

Deep red color with purple hues Intense aromas combining red fruits coffee

and clove with a slightly smoked note Full-bodied and dry

Well-structured with red fruit and spicy notes A very long and dry finish

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 15: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Malbec Santa Julia Reserva (Mendoza Argentina) 3200

This Santa Julia Malbec is a rich full-flavored wine which

has benefited maturation in French oak for 10 month

giving structure and harmony Intense plum and coffee

aromas combined with spicy smoky notes and vanilla finish

Malbec Famiglia Bianchi (Argentina) 3400

An intense purple-red color This Malbec has a luscious intense fruit

aroma with hints of ripe plums cherries and berries

The flavors mimic the aroma with a massive yet soft and silky mouth feel

and a lush long finish

Malbec Ruca Malen Mendoza (Argentina) 3800

100 Malbec

On the nose shows red and black fruit reminiscent of cherries and plums and

violet aromas It is a complex elegant wine layered with concentrated juicy

flavors and sweet velvety tannins An edge of acidity keeps it fresh through

the long finish One year of aging takes place in 80 French and 20

American oak barrels of first and second use

Malbec Q Zuccardi (Argentina) 4000

A wine of great personality with a deep violet color and notes of dark plum

figs and berries

Full-bodied with dark berry flavor Silky entry with great structure

soft and mature tannins Intense fruity flavors and a persistent finish

Aged in Fench oak for 12 month

Malbec Luca Uco Valley Mendoza 2012 (Argentina) 6000

Deep red color with blue hues gorgeous bouquet with aromas of ripe pure

fruit berries Full-bodied graet depth layered and well-structured with balanced

acidity concentration and a long finish with rich chewy tannins

19 Wine Spectator top 100 of 2014 WS 93 RP 92 ST 92

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 16: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Notre Dame de Cousignac Lirac AOC (Rhone) 4200

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre and Cinsault blend Un-oaked

A bouquet bursting with ripe red fruits is accented by hints of leather and

mild spices Medium-bodied and defined by fresh fruit flavors with mineral characteristics

An elegant wine with silky tannins and a long finish marked by vanilla notes

Shiraz St Hallett Faith Barossa Valley Australia 4200

A complex nose with notes of cherry raspberry and blood plum with a second

layer of licorice and black pepper Bright red fruits and a subtle floral element

open the wine before a secondary layer of darker fruits and a hint of cracked

pepper emerges Its nice and round with fine grain tannins providing solid

structure

Zinfandel Seghesio (Sonoma) 4500

Climatic-induced spicy undertones mark this vintage Vibrant display of

acidity enhances the briary raspberry and blackberry varietal expression

Lush velvety mouth feel interwoven with fine integrated tannins creates a smooth

richness Full-bodied and well balanced

Zinfandel Robert Biale Black Chicken (Napa) 8500

Plump juicy and firm this is one irresistible bird with aromas of concentrated blackberry

compote bright raspberries clove toasted brioche and notes of caramel and vanilla

Voluptuous gentle and yummy with plenty of fruit richness and nicely structured

Petite Sirah Robert Biale Royal Punishers (Rudherford) 7500

Deep blackish blue opaque color redolent of blueberry blackberry liqueur espresso bean

toasted bread dust and vanilla with faint aromatic hints of black tea Juicy and ripe with

great concentration and dense firm tannins

Grenache T Vine Calistoga CA 7200

100 Grenache from Frediani Vineyard Calistoga 695 cases produced

The wine is done to emulate the wine style of the south of France Is all about the

fruit and its natural potential with minimum human intervention The result is a firm

silky fruit driven red with velvety tannins 11 months in French oak barrels

Shiraz Moorooroo Barossa Valley 2003 15200

100 Shiraz from Schild Estate Australia WS 94

The grapes come from 160 year old vines The color is deep ruby red with a full

and rich fruit bouquet Polished round and generous with its red cherry-tinged

blackberry and currant flavors playing exuberantly against a bed of refined tannins

Hints of dusky spice and grilled game waft through the background Stylish and graceful

Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Pinot Noir Etude Lyric Sta Barbara CA g1000 3800

Vibrant ruby red Aromas of ripe cherry raspberry and cranberry

On the palate round with light spice light oak fruity with silky round

tannins at the end

Pinot Noir Rex Hill Willamette Valley OR 5200 This 100 Pinot Noir is burgundy red with fresh aromas of Bing cherries

ripe raspberries plums currants tobacco and smoke Juicy red fruit

flavors and ripe acidity Ripe tannins and a succulent texture

Pinot Noir Wild Horse Umbridled Sta Barbara 6000

100 Pinot Noir

Ruby red Beautiful clean bouquet with fresh aromas of cherry

blackberry and vanilla It is full-bodied with ripe fresh red fruit flavors balanced oak

silky texture and supple tannins

Complexity with silky round crisp character Delicious

Pinot Noir Patz amp Hall (Sonoma Coast) 7000

Deep ruby this exuberant delicious Pinot displays lush red fruit with lovely

spice On the nose aromas of cherry raspberry brown sugar and cardamom

Well structured round and luscious A very representative ripe Sonoma

coast blend with good breadth and immediate appeal

Pinot Noir Belle Glos Las Alturas By Caymus 8900

100 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands of Plummy black

cherry and sweet black licorice aromas lead to layered flavors of rich plum

This earthy but elegant wine is supported by a lush velvety texture and long

fruit-driven finish

Pinot Noir Miura Talley Vineyards CA 11000

100 Pinot Noir Single vineyard from Arroyo Grande Central Coast California

Ruby red color elegant bouquet with nice sweet aromas Ripe rich and spicy on the

palate Nicely structured with plenty of layers body and concentration Delicious

200 cases made

Pinot Noir Domain Serene Evenstad Rsv (OR) 11500

Dense dark and spicy This elegant wine shows a harmonious balance

and structure richness and acidity with soft tannins ldquoVibrant focused and deliciously

complex offering red fruit flavors and a clean lingering and expressive finish WS 95

Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Decoy Napa Valley Meritage (Duckhorn) 4500 Decoy is produced from classic Bordeaux varietals

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 36 Merlot 11 Cabernet Franc

8 Petit Verdot Barrel Aging 16 month

This inviting wine is well- rounded with forward fruit balanced

by smooth tannins and a lingering finish The flavors are ripe

with fresh fruit complemented by a spicy note of white pepper

Ferrari Carano Tressor (Sonoma) 9800 Bordeaux style wine The grapes are hand harvested from dry-farmed

low-yielding vines primarily on our mountain vineyards Delicious

aromas of black tea cedar earth vanilla blackberry and cassis

combined with rich wild berry flavors and a full mid-palate with

round tannins This wine is silky round and a delicious selection

Blend 67 Cabernet Sauvignon 12 Petit Verdot 11 Cabernet Franc 10 Malbec

Krupp Brothers Synchrony Stagecoach (Napa) 21000

66 Cab S 19 Merlot 5 Cab Franc 5 Malbec 5 Petit Verdot

Bright red fruits dark plum and toasted vanilla spice on the bouquet

Rich and full-bodied with a silky texture Tannins build to create a

beautiful layered mid structure Fruit remains forward and is clean and

polish with bold flavors Finish is subtle but long 164 cases made

Quintessa Red Meritage 2008 (Rutherford Napa) 22500 Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc and

Carmenere Rich deep red with aromas of plum and raspberry

The wine enters the palate with sweet red currant plum fruit flavors

and a silky mouthfeel Concentrated dark flavors emerge with

succulent balanced tannins well integrated oak and sweetness from

the rich ripe fruit Aged 20 month in Oak Barrels

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500 78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite

emanate from the glass The palate is a combination of power and

finesse Rich layers of chocolate and cassis develop quickly in the mid-

palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality Luscious soft

rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases

made Robert Parker 93

Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Ripasso Superiore Zeni Marogne (Veneto) 4200

60 Corvina 30 Rondinella 10 Molinara

Deep ruby red beautiful bouquet with hints of black cherry and well-ripened

fruit Nicely rounded velvety medium-bodied and well structured

Palazzo della Torre Allegrini (Veneto) 4500

A smooth full bodied cru made in the ripasso style 70 of the grapes are vinified

immediately and the remaining are left to dry until the end of December when they are

vinified and re-fermented with the fresh grapes The result is higher alcohol content

rounder style and more extraction than a Valpolicella classico

Barbera DrsquoAsti Violanda (Piemonte) 3400

This 100 Barbera is grown in the hillsides of the commune of Agliano Terme

Deep ruby red with a dry round taste Bright red fruit tones that feature hints

of violets earth and plum with just a whisper of tannin

Velvety harmonic and medium-bodied

Dolcetto drsquoAlba G D Vajra DOC (Piemonte) 3800

This varietal from the Piemonte region of Italy is a dry lighter-bodied red with

lots of character Ruby red color with aromas of raspberry and blueberry Vibrant

juicy fruit on the palate low levels of acidity and mild tannins

Slovenian oak Bright and clean 100 Dolcetto

Barbera drsquoAlba Elio Altare (Piemonte) 3800

100 Barbera

Dark ruby red with violet reflections Aromas of violets and black cherry

Nice fresh fruit friendly Barbera Soft with a nice presence of tannins

Warm full-bodied with balanced acidity nice long taste of fresh dark and red fruits

Barbera drsquoAlba Giacomo Conterno Cerretta (Piemonte) 8500

100 Barbera from a single vineyard in Cerretta

Deep red color with notes of wild berries dark chocolate and flowers on the bouquet

On the palate the wine is rich ripe and full-bodied with multi layers of flavor balanced

acidity and pure concentration Lina ldquoThe 2011 vintage is best Barbera I ever tastedrdquo

Poderi Colla Bricco del Drago Alba 2001 Italy 7800 This wine is the product of a unique vineyard hill just outside the town of Alba

in the Piedmont Bricco del Drago The particular soil and climate conditions contribute

full body and intriguingly complex and fine aromas to this blend of 85 Dolcetto and

15 Nebbiolo

Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Cabernet Sauvignon Michael Pozzan (Sonoma) g1000 3800

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark red color ripe fruit with hints of mocha on the bouquet

On the palate delicate and soft nicely structured and balanced with a long finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Raymond Sommelier Selection 4300

81 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Merlot 4 Cabernet Franc

Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is soft and elegant supported by a lovely

structure Its expressive nose is complimented by a very lush and velvety mouthfeel

Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Lucia (Maremma) 6700

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maremma Toscana

Dark red opulent round and ripe Soft tannins and silky

ldquoBest Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy I ever tastedrdquo Lina

Only 416 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs CA 7500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dark ruby red color with a sophisticated bouquet Offers structure and weight in balance

with pure concentrated fruit Round and focused with sweet fine-grained tannins

and a lengthly finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Honig (Napa) 8000

Full body but reserved and balanced with fine tannins and a chocolate berry

and blueberry character Sourced from their Rutherford estate vineyard It is

blended with a bit of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot to add dimension to the

focused Cabernet Sauvignon Fruity ripe and delicious

Cabernet Sauvignon The Terraces Rutherford Napa 8500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Zinfandel 5 Malbec and Cabernet Franc

Estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple ruby in color with ripe aromas

of cassis blackberry and coffee the palate is rich and nicely balanced with firm

yet supple tannins Luscious and decadent with a long finish 375 cases made

Cabernet Sauvignon Faust Napa Valley 8500

78 Cabernet Sauvignon 13 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 3 Malbec 2 Petit Verdot

The wine opens with aromas of red and black cherries hints of violets and warm spices

A lush full entry on the palate with blackberry cassis nutmeg and dark chocolate flavors

leads to a plush supple mouthfeel A complex finish lingers with dark fruit and richness

Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Cabernet Sauv Tenuta Belguardo 2005 (Maremma) 9500

90 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Cabernet Franc

Supple layered wine with terrific energy Dark cherries toasted oak

mint and floral notes emerge as this outstanding wine reveals its elegant

personality This is a rich full-bodied Cabernet with a soft structure do to riper fruit

Rich dark color Aged for 18 month in French oak

This elegant cru is the maximum expression of the estate

Cabernet Franc Dare Viader (Napa) 11000

Beautiful cherry red with aromas of red berries plums

oak and sweet spices On the palate the wine shows enticing flavors of black

cherries and strawberries supported by velvety tannins Fully integrated oak flavors

and well-defined mid palate

Finishes with dusty tannins and lingering sweet fruit Dry

Cabernet Krupp Brothers Veraison Stagecoach (Napa) 11000

75Cabernet Sauv 14 Cab Franc 4 Merlot 4 Malbec 3 Petite Verdot

Supple yet robust with exotic aromas Silky impressions of black currant fresh rosemary

dark cocoa and an alluring mineral edge encompass the palate This wine possesses

immense concentration and power while retaining its sublime elegance

Aged 22 month in French oak WS 91 WE 91

Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede (Napa) 12000

90 Cabernet Sauv 6Petit Verdot 2 Malbec 1 Merlot 1 Cab Franc Intense blackberry liqueur and espresso bean Creamy and opulent flavors of semi-

sweet chocolate mocha and plum layer the front and mid-palate Fresh minerality

frames the long silky finish Full-bodied rich lush

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Alexander Valley 12000

It is a vibrant elegant expression of this classic appellation from a cooler vintage

It has a deep garnet color and an enticing nose of cassis liqueur blueberry coulis

tobacco tarragon and roasting coffee The seamless palate starts with a berry-laden

attack follows with a full-bodied mid-palate and ends with a long savory finish with

fine-grained well-integrated tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Cabernet Sauvignon Caymus (Napa) 13000

Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry and dark cherry with notes of vanilla cocoa

and rose petal In the mouth the wine exudes richness and a finely-grained

ldquococoaurerdquo with low acidity expressing breadth and richness on the palate

Our bottle of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is dark opulent and supple

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel amp Nickel Sullenger 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from their home vineyard in Oakville

It opens with bright fruit aromas that jump from the glass Plum and cherry fruits

harmoniously pair with hints of chocolate earth and herb to make the wine rich and

full Toasty vanilla and cedar from the oak add depth but the signature of this wine is its

luxurious mouthfeel that expands on the middle palate

Cabernet Sauvignon Nickel ampNickel Quarry 14000

100 Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford Napa Valley

Berry fruit flavors integrate perfectly with the winersquos natural earth mineral herb

and tobacco flavors Thickness on the palate and seductive spice linger from

beginning to end The French oak adds roundness and char carrying this medley

of flavors into a long supple finish

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer One Point Five 16000

99 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 Petit Verdot from The Stags Leap District

Dense purple color aromas of pure elegant black fruit dark chocolate and

spice followed by rich juicy flavors of blackberry and black cherry chocolate and

cedarwith ripe smooth tannins and a long finish Medium to full-bodied with good

acidity a voluptuous texture and impressive purity and length

Cabernet Sauvignon Jarvis (Napa) 15000

This 100 Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich ripe flavors and complexity of

fruit from start to finish Twenty four month of aging in new French oak Barrels

contributes a beautiful toasty vanilla character to its rich raspberry intense aroma

Once in a bottle this wine received an additional 3 year of cave aging Unfined and

unfiltered Single vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Oak Napa 17500

Itrsquos a ripe rich layered yet elegant wine It has a dark ruby color and a complex nose

of cassis jam mocha violets and nutmeg On the palate the wine has a delectable berry-laden

entry and a rich mouth coating mid-palate The tannins are beautifully integrated and the

wine has a long satiny finish

Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Cabernet S Caymus ldquoSpecial Selectionrdquo 25000

Deep garnet color Beautifully concentrated dark berry and cassis aromas lead to

flavors of black cherry blueberry ripe currant and cocoa nicely balanced with toasty

oak The wine has a lush expansive mouthfeel with soft tannins and firm texture

Long finish with powerful impressions of fruit Rich and well structured

Cabernet Sauv Halo RSV Trefethen (Napa) 25000

96 Cabernet Sauvignon 4 Petit verdot Oaknol District

100 Hillspring Vineyard 29 month in French Oak

Aromas of blackberries bay leaves and eucalyptus Subtle notes of

tobacco smoke and hearth dance in the background deriving from

the soil itself This vintage is exceptionally balanced and complex with

additional flavors of dried black cherries raspberries etc and a long

spicy finish of black pepper nutmeg and thyme

ldquoPoetryrdquo Cabernet Sauvignon Cliff Lede 2008 (Napa) 32500

78 Cab Sauv 11 Cab Franc 8 Merlot 2 Petit Verdot 1 Malbec

Seductive aromas of raspberry mousse violets allspice and graphite emanate from

the glass The palate is a combination of power and finesse Rich layers of chocolate

and cassis develop quickly in the mid-palate supported by a classic Stags Leap minerality

Luscious soft rounded tannins extend into the lengthy finish It has it all 960 cases made

Robert Parker 93

Cabernet Sauvignon The Vineyard House (Napa) 32500 You want soft cult-style wildly delicious Napa Cabernet Here it is

The personal vision of Jeremy Nickel of the Far Niente and Nickel amp Nickel dynasty

This is rich and delicious in blackberry compote black currant chocolate anise and

sweet oak flavors This bottling now establishes itself at the forefront of Naparsquos

most important Cabernets 85 Cab Sauvignon 6 Cab Franc 6 Merlot 3 Malbec

Big ripe and full bodied exemplary of the 2008 vintage Velvety texture layered finish

Notes of cassis and blueberry with hints of dry herbs and sweet oak 350 cases made WE 96

Cabernet Sauvignon Shafer Hillside Select (Napa) 42500

100 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Shafer Stags Leap Estate This release

displays classic Stags Leap District beauty with rich perfumy aromatics that seem to

push out of the bottle The flavors of blackberry cassis black cherry warm plum pie

dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla are elegant and mouth filling with ripe and

refined tannins Aged for three years in oak barrels and one year in the bottle prior

to release Robert Parker 98 WS 92

Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Brunello Col DrsquoOrcia (Toscana) 9900

Spicy rich ripe friendly on the palate with flavors of black cherry

and notes of cedar The tannins are soft making this wine more accessible

and easier to drink An exceptional value

Brunello di Montalcino Altesino (Toscana) 11500

Made from 100 Sangiovese Grosso grapes hand harvested

Aged for three and a half years in Slovenian oak

The ruby red color tends toward garner with age The bouquet

displays ample aromas of violet wild berries tobacco chocolate

and vanilla on the palate Is rich full- bodied and velvety with

juicy tannins framing a balanced acidity

Brunello di Montalcino Casanova di Neri 11000

This 2007 is a big opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers loaded

thickly on top of each other It shows huge personality intensity and

staying power backed by solid underlying tannins and a steady firmness

Depth fruit and overall harmony with bright acidity frames the long finish

The main characteristics are elegance finesse and longevity WE 95

Brunello Di Montalcino Sassetti Livio Pertimali 12000

100 Sangiovesse Grosso from the Pertimali Estate in Montalcino

Pertinalirsquos northern location was a key factor in their huge success

in 2007 07 was a riper vintage and the wines achieved balance

restraint and bright red fruits that make them stand out

Dry fruits on the nose Intense and decadent Full-bodied with

ripe fruit and chewy tannins Estate bottled and produced

Brunello Greppone Mazzi Ruffino 2004 15000

Ruby red with garnet hues Displays a full-bodied

structure It is lush and enveloping on the palate with soft

tannins and a tight vibrating texture full of fruity notes

Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Barolo G D Vajra (Piemonte) 6900

100 Nebbiolo grape

Less tannic more approachable fruit-driven barolo

The structure is more like a serious Langhe Nebbiolo

with extra density at mid-palate and texture that few nebbiolos have

Beautiful bouquet good fruit intensity but not heavy

Barolo Castiglione Vietti (Piemonte) 8500

100 Nebbiolo

Warm dense and full-bodied Flows effortlessly across

the palate with generous fruit and fabulous overall balance

Mature and opulent with a nice underlying structure

Barolo Prunotto DOCG (Piemonte) 9900

The wine is ruby red with orange reflections The nose is full

with hints of dry roses and violets With maturity truffles come

through in the perfume This Barolo is dry full bodied and elegant

with an ideal balance of alcohol acidity and tannin

Barolo Pio Cesare (Piemonte) 9900

100 Nebbiolo grape

The color is an intense glossy garnet with orange reflections

The bouquet is ethereal with very pretty plum and fresh flower

aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate with velvety

tannins and a long finish Layered and serious dry and austere

Barolo Viberti Buon Padre DOCG (Piemonte) 10000

100 Nebbiolo It brings you back to Piemonte if you have been there

Buon Padre Barolo is a complex full-bodied wine that opens with

notes of preserved fruit and spices and is backed by nuances of earth

leather and wild flowers It is aged in tini for 36 to 40 months and bottled

unfiltered before further refining in bottle for 6 month

Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Barolo Elio Altare DOCG (Piemonte) 13500

100 Nebbiolo

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections Fresh scents of

small red fruits raspberry red currants and wild roses that evolve

into liquorice and spice notes

Warm elegant persistent with a long finish and soft tannins

Barolo Sori Conterno Fantino (Piemonte) 17500

100 select Nebbiolo Cru from southern exposed vines

Saturated ruby red with aromas of raspberry coffee

smoked minerals and flowers Massive and intense with

powerful dense fruit and peppery nuances Its incredible

opulence and texture thoroughly buffer the tannins

allowing the finish to express outstanding sweetness and

persistence Best after 2014

Barolo Luigi Einaudi Cannubi 2009 (Piemonte) 18500

The Estate was founded in 1887 by Luigi Einaudi first President

of the Italian Republic Today direct descendants owned the Estate

Garnet red with orange reflections austere and velvety on the palate

with a long finish Elegant and floral with a fine tannic structure

In time the wine is fine tuned to greater complexity acquiring notes of

truffles and leather Single vineyard 100 Nebbiolo

Barolo Cerretta Elio Altare (Piemonte) 22500

Vigna Bricco This Cru Barolo is a ruby red with garnet

reflections Beautiful bouquet Warm and elegant with spicy

notes Opulent and round covers every inch of the palate with

a nice expression of fruit It has matured

Langhe Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo (Piemonte) 49500 94 Nebbiolo 6 Barbera WS 93 RP 95

Displays the austere character typical of Serralunga

terroir deep structure and lots of ripe tannins Dense

massive yet seamless this beautifully integrated wine

possesses low acidity as well as a terrific finish

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 27: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Barbaresco Moccagatta (Piemonte) 9500

Moccagatta bottles 3 Barbarescos from 3 crus of

radically different character (Basarin Cole and

Bric Balin) The ldquoBric Balinrdquo is the jewel of the estate

Mature entirely in part-new barrique it is an elegant

velvety wine with dense red fruits cocoa and spice

Dry full-bodied rich warm silky tannins Long finish

Barbaresco Bel Colle Verduno Italy 9900

This wine is made with Nebbiolo grapes from the

Barbaresco and Treiso communesItrsquos aged in

Slovenian oak casks for 12 to 24 months The red

garnet color acquires orange highlights with aging

The bouquet has flowery and dry fruit fragrances with

pleasant spicy notes

Barbaresco Pio Cesare Alba Italy 11500

100 Nebbiolo

Pio Cesare has been producing wines since 1881This

wine has quiet class and grace with an elegant body

It is glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades The

bouquet is intense and fragrant with a hint of violets

cinnamon and vanilla The palate is dry full and

vigorous with overtones of peach

Paxxo IGT Stefano Accordini (Valpolicella) 6500 60 Corvina 15 Rondinella 15 Cabernet Sauv 10 Merlot

Deep red with violet shades Pleasant spicy bouquet with

scent of ripe red fruit Warm rich and well structured

The 2006 vintage in Valpolicella was one of the best of the

last decade This wine was made with the same technique

as an Amarone Age 12 month in new French Oak

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 28: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Amarone Della Valpolicella Carsquo Bertoldi (Veneto) 7000

Well structured robust rich lots of fruit Made from Corvina

Corvinone and Rondinella grapes in the traditional method of ldquoWitheringrdquo where

grapes are left in fruit-drying rooms for a natural super- ripening and drying for 2

months before pressing

Recioto Clasicco La Giaretta (Veneto) 500 ml 7500

Recioto is a wine obtained from the same grape varaieties as the Amarone (Corvina

Corvinona Rondinella) left to wither on wooden grids for a much longer period of

Time (until March) thus obtaining an optimum concentration of the must It is a sweet

wine full-bodied with a deep ruby red color and intense scents of cherry compote

Amarone della Valpolicella Zonin (Veneto) 9000

A great wine made from grapes subjected to drying on grates

until the end of January The result is a full- bodied balanced silky and

elegantly structured wine with aromas of ripe cherries and jam blend with notes

of chocolate and spices

Amarone Bertani Villa Arvedi (Veneto) 9500 The grapes come from the Valpantena hills the only ldquocrurdquo denomination

in Valpolicella The color intense purple

Full-bodied vibrant red fruit flavors soft supple tannins

70 Corvina Veronese 30 Rondinella

Amarone Col de la Bastia Fattori (Veneto) 10000

65 corvine 15 Corvinone 10 Rondinella 10 other varieties

The grapes are allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for 4 to 5 month

Intense ruby red color with aromas of red ripe fruit Rich refined and elegant with

plenty of sweet nuances Full-bodied firm structure with light dry tannins at the end

Amarone Classico Tomaso Bussola (Veneto) 11000

65 Corvina and Corvinone 30 Rondinella 5 other varieties

Deep red color Full-bodied rich ripe with abundant fruit Robust

and perfectly structured Slightly sweet warm and velvety

A superb example of the best Amarone winemaking

Amarone Classico Acinatico Accordini (Veneto) 12500

The Amarone Acinatico is produced from the best selection of grapes from Bessole and

Cavalo vineyards after a withering process for 120 days and long where it ageing in oak

barriques This wine has a great structure complex elegant and velvet like The colour

is deep garnet red with a bouquet which is wam spicy and has the aroma of dried fruit

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

Page 29: Pinot Grigio, Stella, (Italy)

Super Tuscan Poggibano San Felice (Maremma Toscana) 5000 60 Merlot and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

This blend makes a full bodied dark red dry and rich in tannins wine

Produced in the Tuscan Maremma where the weather and soils are extremely

favorable for producing great wines with austere character

Super Tuscan Tenuta Di Sesta Poggio DrsquoArna (Montalcino) 5200 40 Sangiovese Grosso 30 Cabernet Franc 30 Merlot

This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese Merlot and Cab Franc It has

a deep ruby red colour with a purplish tinge It is full-bodied structured and balanced

by the right freshness and velvety tannins Itrsquos aged in Slovenian oak barrels for one year

Super Tuscan Sorbaiano Rosso delle Miniere 6000

This Super Tuscan is a dry full bodied wine with chewy tannins

and aromas of dried fruit Dark red color well structured and beautifully crafted

Made with 60 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Franc and 10 Malvasia Nera

Super Tuscan La Massa (Toscana) 6500

30 Sangiovese 30 Cabernet Sauvignon 30 Merlot 10 Alicante

Gorgeous deep rich color and bouquet Full-bodied dry with plenty of complexity

and structure Elegant in style with soft oaky fruity nuances silky texture and fine

tannins It glides over with enormous richness and fresh density RP 92

Betto Super Tuscan Santa Lucia (Maremma Toscana) 6500

40 Sangiovesse 40 Merlot 20 Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry full-bodied well structured with rich tannins These 3 varietals are the

traditional blend for a Super Tuscan The Cabernet Sauv provides the structure

Merlot provides softness and Sangiovese adds rustic sour-cherry tang and earthy

elements to the wine

Super Tuscan Vigorello San Felice (Toscana) 12000 Wonderful berries chocolate and cherries on the nose follow through to

a medium to full-bodied palate Fine tannins and vanilla aftertaste in a

beautiful blend of 60 Sangiovese and 40 Cabernet Sauvignon

Super Tuscan Le Serre Nuove dellrsquoOrnellaia (Toscana)13000

45 Merlot 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 5 Cabernet Franc 9 Petite Verdot

Exhibits truly stunning aromatics A vigorous Cabernet Sauvignon and a fruit-rich

lusciously-rounded Merlot compose a balanced cuveacutee marked by fragrant tobacco

leaf intense fruit notes and spices The palate is firmly-structured and complex

with silky tannins and remarkable aromatic richness and the progression concludes

in a long firm finish

GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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GAJA Ca Marcanda Magari (Maremma) 14200 Deep garnet with blue tinges Lush Merlot fruit and spicy Cabernet aromas Magari showcases the essence of the upper Maremma Itrsquos full rich

well-rounded wine with an elegant silky finish WS 92

50 Merlot 25 Cabernet Sauvignon 25 Cabernet Franc

Tignanello Antinori (Toscana) 17500

This wine is a super concentrated blend of 85 Sangiovese 10 Cab Sauvignon

and 5 Cabernet Franc with an immense amount of tar in the nose with hints of

cracked black pepper bell pepper cedar and licorice notes The well-managed

tannins blend perfectly with the oak making this a complex and elegant wine

Guado al Tasso Antinori 2008 (Bolgheri) 18000

On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak coffee and spices

followed by aromas of plums and black currants On the palate the initial impact

is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness

than usual The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent

with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee berry fruit and toasted oak

WE 98

65 Cabernet Sauvignon 20 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

Carnasciale IGT di Bettina Schnabel Rogosky 2011 18000

100 Caberlot RP 93

Il Caberlotrdquo and its baby brother ldquoCarnascialerdquo are the only commercialized wines in

the world that are made from a unique clone of Cabernet Franc discovered four decades

ago named ldquoCaberlotrdquo The Carnasciale is the second wine of Il Caberlot made from

the same grapes which all received the same care

Dark rich red beautiful bouquet of red berries with gorgeous fresh floral overtones

Full-bodied rich layered velvety fruit with a long finish The 2011 is one of the best

Carnasciales ever made 500 cases produced

Super Tuscan La Massa Giorgio Primo 2009 22500

60 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot JS 97

Powerful aromas of dark fruits minerals and hints of new wood Full-bodied

with a seamless tannin texture and wonderful length The wine is ultra-polished and

long Super structured yet full of finesse Firm structure from Cabernet Sauvignon

softness from Merlot and the rich after touch from Petite Verdot 1350 cases produced

Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Monteverro Super Tuscan 2010 (Maremma) 24500

45 Cabernet Sauvignon 35 Cabernet Franc 10 Merlot 10 Petit Verdot

Deep dark ruby red Gorgeous bouquet with an intriguing depth of cedar black berries

black currant and cherry Velvety entrance on ripe fruit lingering on a dense firm

structure with plenty of layers A serious opulent and mature wine

A Premier Grand Cru of Tuscany It compares to a left bank Bordeaux

Full bodied dry rich Unfined and unfiltered RP 96

Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 1990 (Toscana) 39000 85 Cabernet Sauvignon 15 Sangiovese

Garnet shades edge the medium ruby core The 1990 has evolved gracefully and

now exhibits complex aromas of mixed berry fruit dried cranberry and mineral

The fruit is gradually turning leaner with time evolving into secondary

characteristics of tobacco leaf dried pine needles and orange peel Though more

austere than in its younger days this wine still possesses remarkable body and extract

Tenuta dellrsquoOrnellaia (Bolgheri ) 37500

60 Cabernet Sauv 25 Merlot 12 Cabernet Franc 3PetitVerdot

2004 can be considered as one of the major expressions of Ornellaia and

represents an excellent example of a classic vintage in Bolgheri The ideal

ripeness conditions during the growing season lead to a perfect combination

of flavour complexity and finesse The velvety opulence of the Merlot is

balanced out by the racy and elegant tannic structure of the Cabernets which

are further amplified by thesmall addition of Petit Verdot

1995 76 Cabernet Sauvignon 18 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 37500

IL Caberlot Podere IL Carnasciale 08 09 2010 (15 L) 45000

100 Caberlot JS 96 RP 96

Gorgeous aromas and flavors of blackberries and mint Full-bodied Seamless tannins

flow over your palate and caress every bit Wonderful length One of Tuscanys cult

wines The first vintage of Il Caberlot was released in 1988 This variety was first discovered in the late 1960primes

in an abandoned vineyard near Padua by the agronomist Remigio Bordini

This loose-cluster grape is the result of a natural crossing of two varieties Cabernet Franc and Merlot

in other words a hybrid Caberlot varietal is cultivated exclusively at Il Carnasciale with the help of

enologist Peter Schilling A rigorous selection is carried out in the vineyard berry by berry following

Bettinarsquos motto ldquowhat you would not put into your mouth will not go into the winerdquo

22 months ageing in French barriques of which 70 are new

Il Caberlot is unfiltered and bottled (manually) exclusively in magnums which spend an additional

18 months in the cellar prior to release Cultivated Area 21 hectares (52 acres) 500 cases produced

Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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Cigalus Vin De Pays d lsquoOC (Languedoc) 9500

50 Cabernet Sauvignon 50 Merlot

This estate wine is highly concentrated with very ripe black fruits

Lush and rich aromas deep and complex with strong velvety tannins

Aged for 12 month in French Oak Unfiltered

Chacircteau Cantin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 10000

75 Merlot 14 Cabernet Sauvignon 11 Cabernet Franc

Ruby colour with glints of crimson and a delicate nose with cedar wood

undertones The palate is rich with ripe tannins and displays fresh red fruit

flavours and as well as leafy vegetal notes Medium to full-bodied with a nice

round mouth feel

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2009 Pauillac (Bordeaux) 60000

62 Cabernet Sauv 32 Merlot 4 Cab Franc 2 Petit Verdot

Bright full ruby Pure vibrant aromas of cassis blackberry blueberry licorice

graphite and leather Like liquid velvet on entry then energetic and sharply delineated

in the mid-palate with penetrating minerality intensifying the pristine dark berry

flavors Shows suave noble tannins and a magically light touch for such an intense wine

RP100 WE100 JS98 WS96

Chateau Latour Pauillac 2011 (Bordeaux) 110000

845 Cabernet Sauv 15 Merlot 5 Petit Verdot

Dark ruby in color with purple accents at the rim the perfume offers wet forest floor

aromas cassis cedar wood spice earth and blackberry Subtle refined and elegant this

finesse style of Latour is long clean and pure Lacking the concentration of 2010 or

2009 this stylish Latour is long and filled with pure spicy cassis in the fresh finish

Just sensational texture and balance WE97 WS96 JS96 RP95

Chateau Margaux Grand Cru 1995 (Bordeaux) 135000

75 Cabernet Sauv 20 Merlot 2 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot

1995 is a true great vintage with all the hallmark characteristics power depth

richness complexity subtlety and harmony Elegant in every way with flavors of

fruits spices and spring flowers This full-bodied wine has plenty of tannins and

flavors that are rich and delicious and that linger on and on Aged 18 months to

two years in oak after which the wine is refined but not filtered One of the best

known wines in the world Wine Spectator 100

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