WINE LIST The following pages contain a few famous names from the wine world, however the majority of the list has been built with an eye towards artisanal producers and discovery wines that you can’t find on your everyday wine list. Almost all of these wines are unique to us here in Switzerland and due to the nature of the winemakers we are seeking out, we only carry a small range at any time. The selection represents less than 10% of wineries researched and will continually change as we make new discoveries. What this means for you is that most of the wines are from small, independent, owner-run estates that are able to demonstrate a clear passion for their profession and a level of technical expertise in their winemaking to deliver superior quality in the bottle. Most are highly rated by wine critics, such as Robert Parker, or José Peñín and many have very limited production runs. Though it is not an absolute selection criterion, we find that in their pursuit of excellence, many of the wines are organic and a number of wineries are also biodynamic in their farming. We hope you enjoy the journey as we have.
Abbreviations for reviews and awards RP JP JR WS GG GM CWG IWC DWWA
Robert Parker José Peñín Guide Jancis Robinson Wine Spectator Grand Guide des Vins Gault Millieu Catalan Wine Guide International Wine Competition Decanter World Wine Awards
CHAMPAGNE AND SPARKLING
FRUITIER STYLE SPARKLING WINES VALDOBBIADENE DRY DOCG 2014
LE BERTOLE, VENETO, ITALY Classical, light, fruity Prosecco. Great easy drinking wine.
BLANC DE BLANCS 2013
CHÂTEAU RIVES BLANQUES, AOP CREMANT DE LIMOUX, FRANCE A true Blanc de Blancs, with zesty citrus notes and creamy palate
Glera
Chardonnay, Chenin blanc
CHF 8.5 / 50
CHF - / 65
JR 16/20
CLASSICAL, DRYER STYLE SPARKLING WINES RESERVA DE LA MÚSICA 2012
Xarel-lo, Macabeu, Parellada
JANÉ VENTURA – DO RESERVA NATURE CAVA, SPAIN Dry (Nature), refreshing, single vintage, Reserva Cava; the way it should be.
CHF - / 55 90 JP
GRANDE RESERVE CHAMPAGNE
VILMART & CIE, CHAMPAGNE, FRANCE
CHF - / 85
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay,
The best “Grower” Champagne in the market-place. Great balance and freshness
RP 92/100
ROSÉ ROSÉS WITH SUBTLE RED FRUITS AND SUMMER FRESHNESS VINTUR ROSÉ 2014
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
- Organic
- Biodynamic
DOMAINE VINTUR - AOC VENTOUX, FRANCE Classical Provencal Rosé; fresh red fruits and light, easy drinking style
CHF 7/ 46 88RP
Prices per dl / bottle
WHITE WINES CRISP, FRESH, DRYER STYLE WHITES RIESLING 2013
FAMILY TRUTMAN – AOC SCHAFFHAUSEN, SWITZERLAND Dry, aromatically complex Riesling from a local producer
CHF 7 / 48
ONE BLOCK 2014
DOMAINE TRELOAR – AOP COTES DU ROUSSILLON, FRANCE Very floral nose, but surprisingly dry and crisp in the mouth, very “summery”
CHF 8 / 54 16/20 JR
AUDACIA 2011
LES 3 AMIS – DO VALDEORRAS, GALICIA, SPAIN Tiny winery run by 3 highly rated oenologists. Intense, rich and very flavorful
CHF - / 60 17/20 JR
Riesling
Dry Muscat Godello
ZESTY, FRUITY, AROMATIC WHITES LIFE FROM STONE 2013
SPRINGFIELD ESTATE – ROBERTSON, SOUTH AFRICA Full throttle Sauvignon Blanc with powerful flavors of tropical fruits
CHF 8 / 52 89 RP
FENOMENAL 2015
UVAS FELICES - DO RUEDA, NORTH WEST SPAIN Really zesty, tangy Verdejo from 850M up in the highlands. Lots of personality
CHF 8 / 54 89 RP
Sauvignon Blanc
Verdejo, Viura
RICHER, FULLER FLAVORED WHITES CHARDONNAY 2012
SEBASTIANI – SONOMA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA Classic “new world” Chardonnay. Bags of fruit and body, plenty of toasty oak
CHF 8 / 55 88 TP
ODYSSÉE 2015
CHATEAU RIVES BLANQUES, AOP LIMOUX, FRANCE Elegant, refined Chardonnay from a remote corner of France, very high quality!
CHF - / 62 91 RP
Chardonnay Chardonnay
WORLD CLASS, PREMIUM WHITE TALEIA 2012
CASTELL D’ENCUS – DO COSTERS DEL SEGRE, PYRENEES, SPAIN Stunning purity and truly World class. Made in 800 year old rock fermentors Dry, crisp, elegant and great length. Like drinking from a mountain stream!
Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
- Organic
- Biodynamic
CHF - / 82 92 RP, 94 JP, 95 CWG
Prices per dl / bottle
RED WINES FRUITY, SMOOTH, EASY DRINKING STYLE REDS BLAUBURGUNDER AUSLESE 2012
FAMILY TRUTMAN – AOC SCHAFFHAUSEN, SWITZERLAND Light bodied, but intense nose and palate. Classic Pinot noir
BARBERA D’ALBA 2014
MAURO MOLINO – DOCG BARBERA D’ALBA, PIEDMONT, ITALY Designed for pleasure at a great price. A mini Barolo in all but name
CHF 8 / 52 87 RP
VINTUR TRADITION 2012
DOMAINE VINTUR, AOP VENTOUX, FRANCE Rich, dark fruits, easy drinking style and moderate tannins. Lots of pleasure for the price
CHF 8 / 52 89 RP
TRAMP 2012
CAN GRAU VELL - DO CATALUNYA, SPAIN The kid brother wine to the more exotic Alcor, designed for easy drinking pleasure. Bold, dark fruits, spicy tannins, lots of volume. For dog lovers!
CHF - / 60
MY WYN CABERNET FRANC 2011
MY WYN, FRANSCHHOEK, SOUTH AFRICA Medium bodied, aromatic, with dark berries, herbal and earthy notes. Very juicy
CHF - / 75
Pinot Noir
Barbera
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre Cinsault Syrah, Grenache, Marselan Cabernet Sauvignon, Monastrell Cabernet Franc
CHF 7.5 / 49
FULLER, RICHER, SPICIER REDS CLOS DE TRIAS 2011
CLOS DE TRIAS – AOC VENTOUX, SOUTHERN RHONE, FRANCE Full, rich, smooth and complex. Outstanding value and fully hand crafted.
CHF 8 / 56 92 RP
RED BARON SHIRAZ 2010 Syrah
FOX CREEK VINEYARDS – MCCLAREN VALE, SOUTH AUSTRALIA Classic Shiraz with toasty oak, white pepper and moderate tannins. Smooth.
CHF 8 / 58
HEGARTY NO. 2, 2011
HEGARTY CHAMANS – AOC MINERVOIS, LANGUEDOC, FRANCE Wonderful rich dark fruits and a bit of tannic bite. Very "moreish". A real character wine.
CHF 8 / 60 92 RP
TOCAT DE L’ALA 2015
COCA I FITO – DO EMPORDA, CATALUNYA, SPAIN
CHF - / 62 90 JP
WHOLE BERRY CABERNET 2010
SPRINGFIELD ESTATE – ROBERTSON, SOUTH AFRICA Luscious, juicy Cabernet with plenty of black berry flavours and subtle oak aromas
CHF - / 62
MY WYN SHRAZ/VIOGNIER 2012
Syrah, Viognier
MY WYN, FRANSCHHOEK, SOUTH AFRICA Fuller bodied, but smooth and soft tannins, blackcurrants and classic pepper spice
CHF - / 75
SEGHESIO ZINFANDEL 2011
SEGHESIO WINERY, SONOMA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
CHF - / 70
FUSION RED 2010
BORRA VINEYARDS - LODI, CALIFORNIA Rich and creamy cherries, smooth and chalky tannins and a spicy, Syrah finish
CHF - / 85
Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault Carignan
Grenache, Mourvedre Cinsault Grenache, Carignan,
Full, rich juicy fruits, easy tannins, lots of volume. Very “Spanish” in style
Cabernet Sauvignon
Zinfandel
Syrah, Petit Syrah, Zinfandel Alicante Bouchet
- Organic
- Biodynamic
Forest fruits, exotic spices, mild tannins and a lingering finish
Prices per dl / bottle
BIG, BOLD AND FULL FLAVOURED STYLE REDS PROSPECTOR SYRAH 2008
JORDAN VINEYARDS – STELLENBOSCH, SOUTH AFRICA Dark chocolate, black fruit, white pepper and toasty notes in this richly textured wine.
MONT ROCHELLE SYRAH 2008
MY WYN, FRANSCHHOEK, SOUTH AFRICA Very elegant, well matured, single vineyard Syrah, Integrated dark berries, rich tannins and Toasty oak flavours. More Northern Rhone than South Africa
Syrah Syrah
CHF 8.50/60 CHF - / 60
PLANETS DE PRIOR PONS 2012
PRIOR PONS – DOQ PRIORAT, NORTH EAST SPAIN Mulberries, wild herbs, Asian spices and a velvety mid palette for this very stylish Priorat. One of only 2 DOQ qualified areas in the whole of Spain
CHF 9 / 65 91 RP, 89 JP
BORRA RED 2009
BORRA VINEYARDS - LODI, CALIFORNIA Smokey, meaty, dark chocolate, black pepper and molasses. A big, spicy wine and powerful finish
CHF - / 69
MY WYN PETIT VERDOT 2012
MY WYN, FRANSCHHOEK, SOUTH AFRICA Full bodied, fruity with lots of volume and classic Christmas pudding spices. Characterful!
CHF - / 75
ALCOR 2010
CAN GRAU VELL - DO CATALUNYA, SPAIN Tons of complexity on nose and palate, with great length and smoothness. Simply a beautiful wine without the fame premium. Like a top class Ribera
CHF - / 80 92 RP, 93 JP
SYNCRONICTY 2008
MARTIN MEINERT - STELLENBOSCH, SOUTH AFRICA Black cherry, plums, cigar box aromas and a full mouth-feel. Big and bold.
CHF - / 75
Grenache, Carignan, Syrah Cabernet, Merlot Petit Syrah, Syrah, Petit Verdot
Syrah, Grenache, Marselan Cabernet Sauvignon, Monastrell Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Pinotage
LIMITED PRODUCTION, WORLD CLASS REDS ARMONIO 2011
CHATEAU MAS NEUF - LANGUEDOC, FRANCE A monster of finesse! Powerful nose, huge flavors, but amazingly balanced A very unique wine. Bordeaux meets south of France
BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2008
POGGIO ANTICO – BRUNELLO DOCG, TUSCANY, ITALY The King of Tuscan wines and in this case, worth all the praise
Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache Merlot Sangiovese
CHF - / 98 93+ RP CHF - / 110 93 RP, 92 WS
SWEET WINES MUSCAT DE RIVESALTES 2012
DOMAINE TRELOAR – AOC MUSCAT DE RIVESALTES, ROUSSILLON, FRANCE Apricots, honeysuckle and orange peel with fresh acidity balancing the sweetness
HOMMAGE NV
DOMAINE DES BERNADINS – AOC MUSCAT BEUMES DE VENICE, FRANCE A stunningly complex multi-vintage sweet white wine. World class
Muscat Blanc
Muscat Noir, Muscat Blanc
- Organic
- Biodynamic
CHF - / 56 16+/20 JR CHF - / 82 19.5/20 GM, 18/20 GG
Prices per dl / bottle