Wines By the Bottle

Question 1

Raul Perez Atalier

Answer 1

Spanish 100% Albarino $84/bottle
White wine - warm climate/good sunlight, citrus, melon, pineapple - good acid, full body for a white

Question 2

Robert Biale “black chicken”

Answer 2

2021 100% zinfandel Napa Valley $140/bottle
M+ to full body, ripe, luscious fruit, juicy and delicious, good spice and acid

Question 3

Clau de nell

Answer 3

2016 Loire Valley cab franc, $148/bottle
Aged 12 months in oak, finished 6 months in steel - flavors of oak aging with red fruit and tart acidity. Velvety, pairs with most of the menu. Cab francs tend to be lighter than sauvs, more red fruit, acidity. Often oaked for tannins

Question 4

Saint Cosme chateauneuf du pape

Answer 4

2019, 60% grenache, mourvedre, etc.
$184/bottle
Warm baking spices, dark berries, medium to full body, solid earthy minerality, “supple and seamless” tannins

Question 5

Chateau mont redon chateauneuf du pape

Answer 5

2018 vintage Grenache, syrah, mourvedre, etc. $160/bottle
Ripe red and black fruits, touch of licorice, black pepper, minerality and unique flavor due to unique soil composition. 10-12 months in oak, giving firm structure. Medium to full bodied

Question 6

Saldo chenin blanc

Answer 6

2021 vintage, Napa valley, $66/bottle
90% chenin blanc, 7% muscat, 3% muscat
Fruit aromas, pineapple, white peach, brown spice. Dried earth, chalky notes.
Delicacy and softness in mouth feel balanced with refreshing acidity

Question 7

Illahe viognier

Answer 7

2021 vintage, Willamette, $70/bottle
Aromas of lilac, honeydew melon, sweet pea, clover, and, of course, white peach dance in the glass. On the mouth, the tiniest hint of sweetness mingles with pumice, poppin’ acidity and clean finish. Mouth watering acidity and off-dry palate

Question 8

Domaine weinbach gewurztraminer

Answer 8

2018, Alsace, $100/bottle
Off-dry palate, notes of rose petals and exotic fruit. Delicate spices. Seductive texture, silky long finish. Versatile for pairing - smoked salmon, Asian pork, Indian spiced dishes. Mature cheeses

Question 9

Palmer and Co Brut Reserve

Answer 9

Champagne, France - Citrus, pear, and apricot aromas with discrete notes of hazelnut and buttery brioche. Succulent and substantial with an unfettered freshness. The model of balance.

Question 10

Veuve du vernay Brut

Answer 10

Bordeaux. A fresh and fruity sparkling with light strawberry and lemon compote character. Medium body, round bubbles. Crisp finish. This wine pairs well with meaty and oily fish.