White Wines

Borgo Magredo Pinot Grigio 2008, Friuli, Italy

Medium bodied, with a nose of green apple, stones, and watermelon rind, giving way to carmalized sugar and American Oak notes.  Fruity and slightly dry, with a lingering finish.  Flavors of apple and mineral, with a lime finish.  7 and 25

Boutari Moschofilero Mantinia 2008, Greece

Light & bright with a low alcohol content, this white wine has a dominate nose of oak.  Medium bodied, with flavors of melon, citrus, & honeysuckle exploding on the palette.  Good acidity & finishes with elegant, lingering fruit flavors.  This also makes a great aperitif.  87 points from Wine Spectator.  8 and 23

Cautivo Blanco 2006, Rioja, Spain

Medium Bodied with scents of grilled pineapple, coconut, and toasted oak.  This wine is very dry, with slight hints of banana and pineapple.  7 & 23

Ehrhardt Chenin Blanc 2005, Clarksburg, California

Sweet, floral and tropical fruit notes on the nose.  Light bodied, soft, and elegant, with pear and canteloupe flavors.  Good acidity and a clean finish.  Best  White - Beaufort Wine and Food Festival, 2008  7 and 23

Firestone Vineyards Goodnight Pinot Grigio 2007, California

Essence of apple, peach, melon, and wildflowers.  Light to medium bodied with apple and melon flavors.  Finishes dry.  25

Hayes Ranch “Best Foot Forward” Chardonnay 2007, California

Medium bodied with a beautiful wildflower nose, giving way to lavender and candy apple scents. On the palette, flavors of fresh apples, cinnamon and a nutmeg finish.  8 and 25

Markham Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2006, California

Toasted banana dominates the nose of this elegant & light bodied sauvignon blanc. Flavors of melon & lemon are balanced with good acidity & a short, dry finish. 87 Points Wine Spectator  23

Palomo Peak Chardonnay 2007, Rapel Valley, Chile

Medium bodied, featuring a nose of pink grapefruit, with mineral & vanilla undertones. Fruity & lively, with flavors of toasted pineapple & banana. Finishes slightly dry.  23

Silver Creek White Zinfandel 2007, California

Light bodied, with a nose of tangerine.  Elegant, with flavors of apricot and tangerine on the palette.  Refreshing and not overly sweet as most White Zinfandels.  6 & 20.

Tohu Sauvignon Blanc 2007, Marlborough, New Zealand

Medium bodied with a nose of coconut cream & lemongrass. Hints of lime, sweet pineapple, mineral, & grass flavors make for an enjoyable experience.  24

Two Princes P2 Riesling 2008, Nahe, Germany

Aromas of wildflower & nectarine, featuring flavors of tangerine & watermelon rind. Light to Medium bodied, & well-balanced between sweetness & acidity.  23

Valckenberg Gewurztraminer 2007, Pfalz, Germany

This medium bodied wine has a nose of wildflower, orange peel, and sunscreen.  Slightly sweet with notes of honeysuckle, melon, and tropical fruit.  7 and 23

Red Wines

Bodegas Guelbenzu Azul 2005, Spain

A blend of Tempranillo, Merlot, & Cabernet Sauvignon, featuring a nose of vanilla, brown sugar, & raspberries. Medium bodied, with flavors of cedar, rasins, & pepper.  30

Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Columbia Valley, Washington

Medium bodied, with ripe black cherries and lavender on the nose.  Dry lingering finish, with sweet hints of blackberry and cherries on the palette.  8 and 30

Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Merlot 2007, Columbia Valley, Washington

Smooth & vibrant, with a nose of blueberry pie & cedar. Medium bodied, with flavors of blueberry cream & cherry flavors. Dry, short finish. 90 points, Wine Spectator.  8 and 25

Del Bondio Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2003, Napa, California

Organically farmed for three generations, this wine is medium-bodied, with aromas of dark cherry, plum, and blackberry. Tastes of cherry and raisins, with a smooth, lingering finish. Only a few bottles of this vintage available.  70

Dios Triumph Zinfandel 2006, Amador County, California

All of the heavy spice and pepper is left out of this wine. You have never tasted a Zinfandel with this flavor profile: Full bodied, with a nose of the finest Swiss chocolate, combined with sweet cherries. Flavors of candied plum & sweet cherry, with a semi sweet finish.  32

DogRidge Cadenza 2006, McLaren Valley, Australia

100 % Grenache. On the nose, aromas of peppery spice, strawberry preserves, and a hint of pipe tobacco. Light bodied with flavors of spice, strawberry, & raspberry.  Finishes dry and elegant. 8 and 25

House of Rocland Shiraz 2006, Barossa Valley, Australia

Sweet nose of dried cherry and cranberry, giving way to scents of nutmeg and cinnamon.  Flavors of cranberry with spice, and a slightly blueberry note.  Dry finish and 88 points in Wine Spectator.  8 and 32

Hunt Cellars “Unforgettable” Merlot 2002, Paso Robles, California

David Hunt, originally from Lexington, North Carolina, makes a truly “Unforgetable” mertlot with this 2002 offering. This first thing you will notice when the cork is popped, is the aromas of cherry, vanilla, & smoke filling the air. Full bodied & very elegant, with tastes of cherry & strawberry. It finishes with a butterscotch flavor lingering on the palette for several seconds after drinking. Highly Recommended  70

Kilikanoon Shiraz Killerman’s Run 2002, Australia

Rated 90 points from Robert Parker & ready to drink now. Dense, chewy, & full cherry fruit, this shiraz has sweet & tart tannins, followed by a dry finish  40

Museum Real Reserva 2003, Cigales, Spain

Amazing scents of cedar and plum, with earthy undertones.  Medium to full bodied with flavors of raspberry and smoke.  Finished dry.  Limited edition import.  40

Rimu Grove “Bronte” Pinot Noir 2006, Nelson, New Zealand

Lightly structured with notes of spice & plum, & an earthy overtone. Flavors of cherries & toasted herbs, with a soft & dry finish. 89 points Wine Spectator  9 and 32

Stagecoach “Miner” Merlot 2005, Napa, California

Medium bodied, very elegant and balanced, with a nose of blueberry, toasted banana, and sweet cream.  Tastes of black cherry and blueberry, with a hint of white pepper.  Tart, lingering finish.  45

Taurino Salice Salentino 2004, Italy

Sweet black cherry flavor, with a hint of fig in the nose.  Light to medium body, its great with steak or as a sipping wine.  7 and 26

Trivento Amado Sur 2007, Mendoza, Argentina

This wine is 75% Malbec, 15% Syrah, & 10% Bonarda. It features an amazing caramel nose, with hints of blackberry, plum, & peppery undertones. Cherry & Blackberry flavors bounce around the palette, leaving. A tart, lingering flavor of cherry.  8 and 25

Sparkling Wines

No. 1 Family Estates "Cuvee No. 1" NV, Marlborough, New Zealand

100% Chardonnay based sparkling wine. Nose of honey and tropical fruits. Very dry & elegant, with nice acidity and hints of honey & citrus fruit. Stands up beside the best Brut Champagnes in its class.  2007 Gold Medal Winner, International Wine & Spirits Competition.  50

Pol Roger Brut Champagne 1998, Champagne, France

Pinot-dominated blend, with peach, citrus, and floral notes.  92 points, Wine Spectator.  125

Laurent-Perrier Brut Millesime 1999, Champagne, France

Composed of equal parts chardonnay and pinot noir, this champagne features a nose of peach, with hints of creme brulee.  Vanilla flavors give way to crisp citrus flavors.  Pairs very well with seafood or poultry.  90