wine selections
at caribou, we are pleased to offer you a wine list chosen for quality and value with exceptional selection. our list includes an excellent vintage selection of rare and world class wines.
our wine philosphy is focused to bring you a great dining experience enhanced with carefully selected wines to complement your meal. enjoy!
by the glass red
white
argento malbec
9
henry of pelham baco noir rio madre rioja
10 10.5
henry of pelham pinot grigio 10.5 bollini pinot grigio
11.5
ravenswood chardonnay
12 12
casamatta sangiovese
11
norman hardie riesling
bosca malbec
13
kim crawford sauvignon blanc 13.5
coppola rosso zin/cab/syrah
13.5
lander-jenkins cabernet
14
block nine pinot noir
16
pearl morissette chardonnay
15
sparkling val d’oca prosecco valdobbiadene 9
celebration wines
GLASS | BOTTLE
champagne / sparkling Val D’Oca Pruduttori Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Brut
9 | 38
veneto, italy
Gramona III Lustros Gran Reserva Cava Brut
85
penedes, spain
Mumm Carte Classique
95
champagne, france
Veuve Cliquot
99
champagne, france
Jacquesson Cuvee no.736 Brut
130
champagne, france
Cuvee Dom Perignon
295
champagne, france
large format Ruffino Modus 2013 1500ml
125
tuscany, italy
Fontodi Flaccianello della Pieve 2007 1500ml tuscany, italy
caribou is licensed to recork unfinished bottles for take home
375
GLASS | BOTTLE
australia / new zealand LINDEMANS BIN 95 sauvignon blanc, south australia 30 fresh tropical fruit with integrated grassy-herbaceous flavours.
WYNDHAM ESTATE BIN 222 chardonnay, south australia
33
peach and vanilla oak, soft fruit flavour with a citrus spice finish.
WOLF BLASS chardonnay, south australia
40
full body, fruit and oak flavour, smooth. warm spice with a long finish.
OYSTER BAY sauvignon blanc, new zealand
48
forward grass-gooseberry-guava aroma, crisp acidity, full flavour.
PARKER COONAWARRA ESTATE chardonnay 2014, australia
48
ripe and bright. flavours of pear, melon, apple and mineral.
KIM CRAWFORD sauvignon blanc marlborough new zealand
13.5 | 50
dry and crisp with bright tropical fruit flavours.
DOG POINT sauvignon blanc 2015, marlborough new zealand
60
ripe and crisp flavours of white peach, apricot, ginger and quinine.
VASSE FELIX FILIUS chardonnay 2014, margaret river australia
60
bright and focused. flavours of melon, green apple and citrus.
south africa HAMILTON RUSSELL chardonnay 2011, hemel-en-aarde
78
bright and rich. with flavours of apricot, pear, apple and honeysuckle.
south america SANTA RITA sauvignon blanc reserve, chile
34
stylish and crisp. Fresh and dry, with a fine balance of fruit.
FINCA EL ORIGEN torrontés 2015, salta argentina
40
bright, aromatic flavours of passionfruit, pineapple, melon and honey.
KAIKEN ULTRA chardonnay 2012, mendoza argentina
46
dense, layered flavours of apricot, peach, pineapple, pear and toasted coconut.
CATENA chardonnay 2015, mendoza argentina ripe, rich flavours of apple, pear, sweet stone and mineral.
52
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canada PELEE ISLAND chardonnay vqa, pelee island
28 ripe apple with a touch of vanilla. dry citrus finish.
SIBLING RIVALRY white riesling/chardonnay/gewurztraminer vqa, niagara
33
racy and lively. with flavours of green apple, lemon-lime and peach.
CAVE SPRING riesling vqa, niagara
35
floral and tropical fruit body flavours with a clean tart finish.
HENRY OF PELHAM pinot grigio vqa, niagara
10.5 | 38
balanced fresh pineapple and citrus with a subtle butter-almond texture.
LAILEY sauvignon blanc vqa, niagara
46
bright aromas of green grass, lemon pith, melon and pineapple.
HENRY OF PELHAM FAMILY TREE white vqa 2012, niagara
44
round and juicy flavours of honey, pear, peach and citrus.
NORMAN HARDIE riesling vqa, niagara / prince edward county
12 | 48
crisp and bright. flavours of apple, peach, and citrus.
PEARL MORISSETTE CUVÉE METIS chardonnay vqa 2013, niagara
15 | 55
rich, layered flavours of apple, pear, juicy peach and mineral.
FIVE ROWS sauvignon blanc vqa 2015, niagara
60
ripe, bright aromas of melon, candied pear and grilled pineapple.
NORMAN HARDIE chardonnay vqa 2010, niagara
65
rich, juicy flavours of ripe peach, pear, mineral and toasted hazelnut.
STRATUS white vqa 2012, niagara
88
bright and aromatic. rich flavours of peach, apricot, apple and citrus.
france PIERRE-LUC BOUCHARD muscadet sèvre et maine 2014, loire
38
bright and crisp with aromas of apple, pear and honey.
MALLORY & BENJAMIN TALMARD mâcon-uchizy 2015, burgundy
46
ripe, bright flavours of orchard fruit, citrus and mineral.
DOMAINE DE RIAUX pouilly-fumé 2014, loire
64
fresh flavours of ripe apple, lemon sorbet and mineral.
JEAN-MAX ROGER CUVÉE LES CAILLOTTES sancerre 2015, loire
68
bright, intense flavours of citrus, gooseberry and mineral.
BILLAUD-SIMON LES VAILLONS 1ER CRU chablis 2010, burgundy
85
ripe, energetic flavours of peach, apple, citrus and spice.
LOUIS JADOT pouilly-fuissé 2014, burgundy
90
complex, ripe, fleshy flavours of apple, peach, pear and citrus.
CLOS SAINT JEAN châteauneuf-du-pape blanc 2012, rhône pure, clean flavours of white peach, apricot, white flower and mineral.
95
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italy FAZIBATTAGLIA verdicchio classico
27
green apple, light body and clean, tart grapefruit finish.
RUFFINO orvietto classico
32
medium bodied, with notes of pear, apple and almond.
VOGA pinot grigio
38
light, dry, and crisp. with grapefruit, pear, and floral tones.
BOLLINI PINOT GRIGIO, veneto
11.5 | 42
full and aromatic. with flavours of citrus, pear and honey.
SANTA MARGHERITA VALDADIGE pinot grigio
45
bright and crisp. with aromas of citrus, straw and apples.
PIEROPAN soave classico 2014, veneto
46
ripe, aromatic flavours of golden apple, pear, melon and citrus.
MASTROBERARDINO greco di tufo 2014, campania
50
crisp, ripe aromatic flavours of apple, lemon, peach and pear.
JERMANN pinot grigio 2015, friuli
65
lively and bright with aromas of ripe peach, citrus and melon.
portugal / spain CVNE MONOPOLE blanco 2015, rioja spain
38
fresh and bright with juicy flavours of pear and macintosh apple.
PACO & LOLA albarino 2013, rias baixis spain
46
bright and crisp. refreshing flavours of peach, lime zest, orange and lemon.
germany / austria SCHMITT SOHNE RELAX riesling, mosel-saar-ruwer germany
30
fruity, elegant bouquet, soft fruit flavours of apple, peach and citrus.
LINGENFELDER BIRD LABEL riesling 2012, pfalz germany 36 lively and bright. aromas of apricot, citrus, peach and spice.
LAURENZ SINGING grüner veltliner 2013, kamptal austria
42
crisp, fresh aromas of green pear, lemon and apple.
LOIMER LOIS grüner veltliner 2013, kamptal austria 44 smooth and crisp with flavours of apple, yellow plum, citrus and green pear.
DR. PAULY BERGWEILER WEHLENER SONNENUHR SPÄTLESE riesling 2013, mosel germany ripe flavours of melon, citrus, dried apricot and honey cream.
65
— WHITE WINES — united states RAVENSWOOD VINTNERS BLEND chardonnay, california
GLASS | BOTTLE
12 | 44
full and rich. with flavours of peach, pear, pineapple and banana.
MONDAVI PRIVATE SELECTION chardonnay, california
45
warm toasty-oak flavours, light fruit with a crisp finish.
CHARLES SMITH EVE chardonnay 2013, washington state
54
smooth, ripe flavours of juicy pear, citrus and green apple.
DIAMOND RIDGE chardonnay 2014, napa valley
55
ripe, polished flavours of baked pineapple, peach, lemon and melon.
FESS PARKER viognier 2011, santa barbara county
60
ripe, full flavours of honeydew, white peach, mango and melon.
MER SOLEIL SILVER UNOAKED chardonnay 2014, monterey
72
ripe, bright flavours of green apple, peach, pear and mineral.
CONUNDRUM napa valley
74
smooth rich flavours of tropical fruit.
CAKEBREAD CELLARS sauvignon blanc 2014, napa valley
85
fresh, bright flavours of apricot, peach, citrus and green apple.
NEWTON UNFILTERED chardonnay 2013, napa valley
125
ripe, full flavours of apple, pear, white peach and honeysuckle.
KISTLER MCCREA VINEYARD chardonnay 2012, sonoma coast rich, creamy flavours of ripe apple, peach, pear, pineapple and hazelnut.
125
GLASS | BOTTLE
australia / new zealand MCGUIGAN BLACK LABEL shiraz, australia
30
flavours with aromas of cassis, plum, blackberry and a hint of oak.
MITOLO THE NESSUS shiraz 2013, mclaren vale australia
42
ripe and juicy flavours of plum, raspberry and blackberry.
SISTER’S RUN EPIPHANY shiraz 2014, mclaren vale australia
42
ripe and juicy flavours of dark fruit, raspberry and blackberry.
MITCHELL MOUNT OAKDEN shiraz 2013, clare valley australia
44
smooth and polished with flavours of cherry, plum, blackberry and mulberry.
WOLF BLASS YELLOW LABEL cabernet sauvignon, south australia
44
plum and cassis with toasty-oak. full body and long finish.
PENFOLDS KOONUNGA HILL shiraz/cabernet, south australia
44
rich and full. with flavours of berry, black currant and spice.
PETER LEHMANN THE BAROSSA shiraz, barossa valley australia
49
full bodied with flavours of dark berries and spice. Long chocolate finish.
PARKER COONAWARRA SERIES cabernet sauvignon 2012, langhorne creek australia
52
complex, concentrated aromas of blackberry fruit, coffee and vanilla.
YALUMBA THE SCRIBBLER cabernet sauvignon/shiraz 2012, barossa valley australia
56
dark, rich flavours of blackcurrant, redcurrant, licorice and clove.
VASSE FELIX FILIUS cabernet/merlot 2013, margaret river australia
59
bright, energetic flavours of dark cherry, plum, blackcurrant and spice.
MOLLYDOOKER THE SCOOTER merlot 2014, mclaren vale australia
60
broad, spicy and dense. flavours of dark plum, raspberry and spice.
TWO HANDS GNARLY DUDES shiraz 2011, barossa valley australia
60
dense and rich with flavours of blackberry, cherry, plum and spice.
CHAPEL HILL cabernet sauvignon 2013, mclaren vale australia
65
complex, fine flavours of cassis, blackcurrant and licorice.
D’ARENBERG THE GALVO GARAGE cabernet/merlot/petit verdot 2010, mclaren vale/adelaide hills australia
68
full bodied with flavours of blackberry, blackcurrant, raspberry and smoke.
ST. HALLET BLACKWELL shiraz 2012, barossa valley australia
85
big and rich. with aromas of black raspberry, dark cherry and mocha.
MITOLO SERPICO cabernet sauvignon 2009, mclaren vale australia
95
big, rich flavours of blackberry, black cherry, currant, tobacco and earth.
LEEUWIN ESTATE ART SERIES cabernet sauvignon 2010, margaret river australia ripe, rich flavours of black cherry, blackcurrant, cassis and tobacco.
australia and new zealand continued on next page
105
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JAMSHEED BEECHWORTH syrah 2012, victoria australia
110
ripe, elegant flavours of blackberry, dark cherry, plum, licorice and spice.
TWO HANDS BELLA’S GARDEN shiraz 2011, barossa valley australia 115 powerful, elegant flavours of boysenberry, dark cherry, red plum and coffee.
HENSCHKE MOUNT EDELSTONE shiraz 2005, barossa valley australia 185 elegant and rich. with flavours of blueberry, blackberry, mocha and chocolate.
JASPER HILL GEORGIA’S PADDOCK shiraz 2009, victoria australia
225
full-bodied and intense. with aromas of dark berries, licorice, tar and graphite.
spain TORRES SANGRE DE TORO
30
ripe cherry, cedar and oak, with a slight tannic finish.
RIO MADRE GRACIANO crianza 2014, rioja
10.5 | 38
bright explosive aromas of dark berry, cassis, cherry and tobacco.
LÓPEZ DE HARO reserva 2009, rioja
44
rich, ripe flavours of ripe cherry, blackberry, raspberry and leather.
MURIEL reserva 2008, rioja
46
deep and juicy flavours of blackberry, cherry and black raspberry.
CAMPO VIEJO reserva, rioja
46
dried cherry and fruit flavours with firm, ripe tannins. balanced oak finish.
BORSAO TRES PICOS garnacha, campo de borja
50
ripe, layered flavours of wild cherry, dark plum, kirsch and licorice.
SENORIO DE SOTTILLO crianza 2011, ribera del duero
48
dense, dark flavours of blackberry, dark plum, chocolate and spice.
ALCONTE crianza 2010 ribera del duero
58
dark, ripe flavours of black cherry, blueberry, dark plum and cassis.
MUGA reserva, rioja
59
smooth, rich flavours of plum, strawberry, vanilla and spice.
PINYOLET SELECCION garnacha/carinena 2010, montsant
65
ripe, rich flavours of blackcurrant, cassis, raspberry, kirsch and smoke.
LA TERCERA reserva 2010, rioja
68
smooth, elegant flavours of black cherry, plum, blackcurrant and licorice.
BERONIA gran reserva 2008, rioja
85
ripe, bold flavours of dark berry, plum, mulberry and spice.
CVNE IMPERIAL reserva 2009, rioja
95
dark, rich flavours of blackberry, plum, ripe cherry, licorice and pipe tobacco.
TORRES MAS LA PLANA cabernet sauvignon 2007, penedes long, rich flavours of blackcurrant, dark plum, cassis, tobacco and smoke.
105
— RED WINES — GLASS | BOTTLE
south america ARGENTO malbec, mendoza argentina
9 | 30
dense red with plum, blackberry and raspberry flavours.
SANTA RITA reserve cabernet sauvignon, maipo valley chile
34
rich berry flavours, soft tannins with oak and spice.
MASI PASO DOBLE malbec/corvina, tupungato argentina
36
rich flavours of black cherry, licorice, spice and plum.
FINCA EL ORIGEN reserva malbec 2015, uco valley mendoza
40
fresh, intense flavours of dark berry, blueberry, leather and spice.
LUIGI BOSCA malbec, mendoza argentina
13 | 48
deep ruby colour with intense aromas of berries, spice and vanilla.
MAYCAS DEL LIMARI pinot noir 2014, limari valley chile
48
ripe, elegant aromas of sour cherry, strawberry and indian spices.
WEINERT cabernet sauvignon 2006, mendoza argentina
56
full, dense flavours of blackcurrant, cassis, licorice and spice.
CLOS DE LOS SIETE 2013, mendoza argentina
58
rich, ripe flavours of black raspberry, dark cherry, strawberry and spice.
CONCHA Y TORO TERRUNYO BLOCK 27 carmenere 2012, peumo chile 75 rich, flowing flavours of raspberry, plum, blackberry and spice.
CATENA ZAPATA ALTA malbec 2011, mendoza argentina
95
bold, rich flavours of blackberry, currant, coffee and licorice.
MONTES PURPLE ANGEL carmenere/petit verdot 2013, colchagua valley chile
120
bright, aromatic and rich. flavours of blueberry, blackberry, chocolate and spice.
canada PELEE ISLAND cabernet / merlot vqa, niagara
34
rich, smooth and cedary. with ripe currant and black cherry flavours.
HENRY OF PELHAM baco noir vqa, niagara
10 | 36
flavours with aromas of raspberry, cherry, spice and cedar.
NORMAN HARDIE cabernet franc vqa 2013, prince edward county
50
bright, tangy flavours of red berries, black cherry and spice.
DOMAINE QUEYLUS TRADITION pinot noir vqa 2011, niagara
55
elegant flavours and aromas of strawberry, plum, earth and spice.
PEARL MORISSETTE LE SPECTATEUR cabernet franc vqa 2012, niagara
65
rich, dense flavours of dark berry, cassis, cherry, anise and vanilla.
NORMAN HARDIE UNFILTERED pinot noir vqa 2013, niagara
75
fresh flavours of ripe berry fruit, strawberry, raspberry and sour cherry.
FIVE ROWS cabernet sauvignon 2012 vqa, st. david’s bench
80
big, rich flavours of dark plum, cassis, blackcurrant and tobacco.
STRATUS petit verdot 2012 vqa, niagara-on-the-lake
85
rich, ripe aromas of blueberry, blackberry, dark plum and violets.
south africa HAMILTON RUSSELL pinot noir 2013, hemel-en-aarde 105 ripe and elegant. smooth flavours of ripe berry, cherry and plum.
— RED WINES — GLASS | BOTTLE
italy BOLLA valpolicella classico, veneto
34
ripe, crisp flavours of dark berry and spice.
FALESCO TELLUS cabernet sauvignon 2013, umbria
38
full, juicy with flavours of dark cherry, crème de cassis and dark currant.
BIBI GRAETZ CASAMATTA sangiovese, tuscany
11 | 40
ripe and fresh. with flavours of bing cherry, licorice and spice.
DONNAFUGATA SEDÀRA nero d’avola 2013, sicily
40
ripe, rich flavours of red fruit, dark plum, berry and herbs.
TOMMASI POGGIO AL TUFO cabernet sauvignon 2014, tuscany 46 ripe, rich flavours of black cherry, plum, cassis and spice.
SPERI ripasso valpolicella classico 2013, veneto
50
rich, juicy flavours of dark plum, raspberry, blackberry and coffee.
VILLA CAFAGGIO chianti classico 2013, tuscany
52
deep, complex flavours of black cherry, raspberry, plum and spice.
NIPOZZANO chianti rufina riserva, tuscany
54
smooth, polished flavours of cherry, berry, and spice.
MASI CAMPOFIORIN ripasso valpolicella, veneto
55
complex nose, ripe fruit flavours and tannins. long spicy finish.
RUFFINO DUCALE chianti classico riserva, tuscany
62
bright cherry, smoke, and spice aromas. velvety tannins, with a long fruity finish.
ALLEGRINI LA GROLA 2011, veneto
72
full, dense flavours of black raspberry, dark cherry and licorice.
TENUTA SAN GUIDO LE DIFESE 2013, bolgheri
74
bright rich flavours of blackcurrant, dark cherry, cassis and spice.
TENUTA SETTE PONTI CROGNOLO 2013, tuscany
82
rich and layered. with aromas of dark red cherries, currant, licorice and spice.
MASI COSTASERA amarone valpolicella classico, veneto
88
ripe berry, light raisin and rose aromas. full flavours and body.
AURELIO SETTIMO ROCCHE barolo 2010, piedmont
105
dense flavours of sour cherry, plum, red licorice and tobacco.
SAN RUSTICO GASO amarone valpolicella classico 2009, veneto
110
bold flavours of baked plum, wild cherry, raspberry compote, star anise and raisin.
IL POGGIONE brunello di montalcino 2010, tuscany 115 bright, aromatic flavours of black cherry, clove, licorice and spice.
MICHELE CASTELLANI CINQUE STELLE amarone della valpolicella 2009, veneto
120
full, rich flavours of cherry compote, juicy plum, espresso and date.
PRODUTTORI DEL BARBARESCO MONTEFICO RISERVA barbaresco 2011, piedmont
130
expressive aromas of dark plum, cherry, rose petal, licorice and tar.
STELLA DI CAMPALTO brunello di montalcino 2007, tuscany 155 ripe, juicy flavours of red fruits, dark cherry, licorice and spice.
ANTINORI GUADO AL TASSO 2009, bolgheri
185
full, dense flavours of crushed blackberry, raspberry, licorice and cassis.
ROMANO DAL FORNO valpolicella superiore 2009, veneto
195
big, rich flavours of dried cherry, dark plum, blackberry and espresso.
TENUTA SAN GUIDO SASSICAIA sassicaia 2009, bolgheri lifted spice with berry aromas, integrated tannins and a fine silky finish.
250
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france GEORGES DUBOEUF beaujolais
34
bright cherry colour, aromas of sweet red cherry and hints of cinnamon.
ANTONIN RODET côtes-du-rhône
36
smooth flavours of cherry, berry, cassis and spice.
DELAS SAINT-ESPRIT côtes-du-rhône 2013, rhône
42
deep, rich flavours of blackberry, raspberry, licorice and pepper.
POTEL ROCHE DE BELLENE CUVÉE RÉSERVE bourgogne pinot noir 2013, burgundy
44
complex, ripe flavours of cran-cherry, dark plum and spice.
XAVIER 100% côtes-du-rhône 2012, rhône
46
rich, smooth flavours of blackberry, raspberry, licorice and spice.
LAFAGE VIEILLES VIGNES NICOLAS grenache noir 2014, roussillon
48
bright, ripe flavours of black raspberry, cassis and licorice .
GUIGAL côtes-du-rhône, rhône
48
soft plum, blackberry and pepper flavours.
CHÂTEAU MACQUIN saint-georges-saint-emilion 2012, bordeaux
54
rich, layered flavours of ripe raspberry, cassis and strawberry.
COUDOULET DE BEAUCASTEL côtes-du-rhône 2012, rhône
72
rich, dense flavours of blackberry, blueberry, cassis and spice.
JL CHAVE OFFERUS saint-joseph 2012, rhone
75
dark, rich flavours of dark plum, raspberry, blueberry and spice.
DOMAINE MEIX - FOULOT CLOS DU CHÂTEAU DE MONTAIGU mercurey 1er cru 2011, burgundy
84
bright, ripe flavours of cranberry, cherry, red plum and spice.
CHÂTEAU CLARKE listrac-medoc 2009, bordeaux
90
beautiful flavours of ripe black fruit, cassis, plum, and spice.
LOUIS JADOT BEAUNE 1er cru 2011, burgundy
95
vibrant, bright flavours of wild cherry, raspberry, beetroot and spice.
CLOS DES PAPES châteauneuf-du-pape 2013, rhône
195
rich, bright aromas of red berries, bitter plum, raspberry and licorice.
CHÂTEAU DUCRU-BEAUCAILLOU 2e cru 2003, st-julien bordeaux big, classic flavours of cherry, blackcurrant, cassis and spice.
350
— RED WINES — GLASS | BOTTLE
united states ROBERT MONDAVI WOODBRIDGE cabernet sauvignon, california
38
lush flavours of cherry, chocolate and oak. mild, smooth tannins.
CLINE zinfandel, california
40
wild berry and pepper with vanilla notes. mild tannins.
NOBLE VINES 337 cabernet sauvignon 2013, lodi
45
dark and rich with flavours of currant, blackberry and cassis.
RAVENSWOOD VINTNERS BLEND zinfandel, california
48
flavours of plum, brambleberry, raspberry and spice.
VELVET DEVIL merlot, washington
48
deep, rich and full-bodied. flavours of currant, raspberry, cassis and blackberry.
LANDER-JENKINS cabernet sauvignon 2014, california
13.5 | 48
bright, rich flavours of blackcurrant, plum, blueberry and cassis.
FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA ROSSO 13.5 | 50 zinfandel/cabernet/syrah, california ripe, bright flavours of cassis, blackcurrant and dark cherries.
DELOACH pinot noir 2015, california
52
ripe, elegant flavours of cherry, cranberry and sweet plum.
LYETH cabernet sauvignon 2015, sonoma county
56
intense and rich with flavours of currant, black fruit, plum and tobacco.
CA’ MOMI zinfandel 2014, california
58
intense and aromatic with flavours of juicy red fruits and spice.
BLOCK NINE CAIDEN’S VINEYARD’S pinot noir 2014, california
16 | 62
bright and crisp with aromas of tart cherry, dark berry and spice.
MARIETTA OLD VINE RED LOT 64 zinfandel/petite sirah/carignane nv, sonoma/mendocino
68
dense, rich flavours of dark plum, blackberry, blueberry and tar.
FOXEN BLOCK 43 BIEN NACIDO VINEYARD pinot noir 2013, santa maria valley california
85
ripe, vibrant flavours of black cherry, raspberry and spice.
BERINGER KNIGHT’S VALLEY cabernet sauvignon, napa valley
90
enticing flavours of black cherry, chocolate and dark fruit with a slight tannic finish.
RIDGE LYTTON SPRINGS 90 zinfandel/petite sirah/carignane/ mataro 2013, sonoma countyripe and juicy flavours of dark berry, ripe cherry, cassis and plum.
EBERLE cabernet sauvignon 2013, paso robles
95
ripe and complex flavours of dark cherry, blackcurrant and sweet plum.
JOSEPH PHELPS INNISFREE cabernet sauvignon 2013, napa valley 105 bright, rich flavours of black cherry, dark plum, ripe fig and tobacco.
THE HESS COLLECTION 19 BLOCK MOUNTAIN CUVÉE cabernet sauvignon/malbec/syrah 2012, mount veeder/napa valley
125
ripe, vibrant flavours of blueberry, wild raspberry, currant and spice.
ANTICA cabernet sauvignon 2013, napa valley
150
elegant, stylish flavours of blackcurrant fruit, bright cherry, cassis and tobacco.
PAHLMEYER PROPRIETARY RED 2006, napa valley
235
rich, ripe flavours of blackberry, cassis, currant, charcoal and tar.
BERINGER PRIVATE RESERVE cabernet sauvignon 2012, napa valley 265 big, powerful with flavours of blackberry, crème de cassis, plum and licorice.
wine spectator and robert parker selections
BOTTLE red wines highly rated by wine spectator and robert parker
RP score 92 ALCEÑO PREMIUM 50 BARRICAS syrah 2012, jumilla spain
42
purple-coloured, clean, fresh, expressive, with notes of smoky bacon, some peat, wood well-integrated, supple, balanced and good acidity.
WS score 90
BURGO VIEJO crianza 2012, rioja spain
40 fresh and focused, this lively red delivers crunchy flavors of black cherry and red plum, backed by vanilla, toast, floral and mineral notes. well-integrated tannins and citrusy acidity lend structure
RP score 91
TINTONEGRO malbec 2012, mendoza argentina
42 a beautiful, full-bodied, seriously endowed malbec, it possesses a dense purple color along with a sweet bouquet of blueberry and black raspberry fruit interwoven with camphor, licorice and spring flowers as well as a touch of oak.
RP score 91
DOMAINE PUIG-PARAHY CUVÉE GEORGES 2011, midi france
44 is intriguingly and delightfully scented with ceylon tea, ripe elderberry and blueberry, accompanied by striking intimations of shrimp shell reduction in its combination of sweet-saline savor and tincture of iodine.
RP score 91
MAGANA DINGUS tempranillo/merlot/cabernet sauvignon 2012, navarra spain
46
it exhibits lovely blackcurrant and black cherry fruit intermixed with licorice, provençal herbs, loamy soil and hints of spice box and background oak. medium to full-bodied with fresh acids, it is a zesty, opulent, delicious, complex red wine.
RP score 91-94
JEFF CARREL LES DARONS 2011, midi france
48 it offers thrilling notes of black and blue fruits, violets, and peppery spice to go with a medium to full-bodied, elegant, seamless profile on the palate. A blend of 70% grenache, 20% carignan and 10% syrah that was fermented and aged in concrete tanks, it has striking purity, integrated acidity and a great finish.
RP score 93
FINCA VILLACRECES PRUNO tempranillo/cabernet sauvignon 2013, ribera del duero spain
54
stunning, simply over-delivering in so many different ways. this wine, which offers up copious quantities of blueberry, black raspberry and black currant fruit, licorice, graphite and meaty notes, offers fabulous aromatics, medium to full-bodied mouthfeel, beautiful, pure texture and a long, heady finish with subtle oak.
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RP score 93
RIVERA IL FALCONE RISERVA CASTEL DEL MONTE 2009, puglia italy
58
the bouquet boasts a wild side with bramble, forest berry and pressed violets. other aromatic components include toasted nut, licorice and tar. the tannins are softly polished and help to give the wine a silky texture.
WS score 91
CHÂTEAU DE NAGES JT COSTIÈRES DE NÎMES 2013, rhône france
58 93% syrah and 7% mourvèdre (with a splash of viognier), the 2013 costières de nîmes cuvée joseph torres offers classic syrah notes of powdered rock, pepper and dark berry fruit. firm and tight on the palate, it’s medium-bodied, with integrate acidity and plenty of tannin.
WS score 96
MONTEVERTINE LE PERGOLE TORTE 2009, tuscany italy
225
flat out great. layers of fruit wrap around the palate in this flashy, seductive wine. sweet red cherries, roses, spices and mint are layered into the silky radiant finish.
WS score 98
TUA RITA REDIGAFFI 2004, tuscany italy
295 Very complex yet subtle aromas of licorice, dark chocolate, violet and raspberry. full-bodied, with supersilky tannins and a long, long finish. harmonious and wonderful. reminds me of the great 1997; even better. merlot.
RP score 100
CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET pauillac 5e cru 2010, bordeaux france
395 an absolutely amazing wine. astounding and compelling with the classic pauillac nose of crème de cassis there are also some violets and other assorted floral notes. the wine has off-the-charts massiveness and intensity but never comes across as heavy, over bearing or astringent.
RP score 100
SHAFER HILLSIDE SELECT cabernet sauvignon 2010, napa valley california
450
the prodigious aromatics are followed by a precise, rich, pure blast of inky black currant, blueberry and mulberry flavors. the oak is virtually undetectable, and the wine, for all its power, richness and depth, is incredibly light on its feet and ethereal. it should drink well for 3 to 4 decades.
Winter 2017
