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SPARKLING WINES 2012 Raventos i Blanc Brut Cava (Cataluña, Spain) NV Luis Pato BAGA, Rose(Bairrada, Portugal) NV Roederer Estate Brut (Anderson Valley, CA)

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2013 Lafken—Riesling (Valle de Casablanca, Chile) 10. 2014 Siete Fincas—Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza, Argentina) 8.5 2013Viña Robles White 4—Blend 8.5

30. 25.5 25.5

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2014 Saracina—Chardonnay (Mendocino, CA) 2013 Pazo Barrantes—Albarino (Galicia, Spain)

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28. 30.

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2012 JarvisTomei—Bocanova Pinot Noir (Carneros, Napa) 11. 2013 Viamonte—Malbec (Mendoza, Argentina) 8.5 2013 Errazuriz—Carmenere (Rapel, Chile) 8. 2009 Vina Santurnia—Crianza Tempranillo 9.

33. 25.5 24. 28.

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SHERRY (Aperitif) Manzanilla Alexader Jules (Sanlucar, Jerez, Spain)

WHITE WINES 2013 Finca Jakue—Txakolina (Hondarribi Zuri) (Getaria, Basque Country, Spain)

Viognier, Verhelho, Sauv Blanc, Vermentino (Paso Robles, CA)

ROSÉ WINES 2014 Ercavio —Tempranillo(La Mancha, Spain) 2013 Stage Left Cellars—(Santa Barbara ,CA) 2014 Sobon—Grenach, Blend(Amador County, CA)

RED WINES

(La Rioja, Spain)

2008 Stage Left Cellars—The Breadwinner, (Central Valley) 10. . Syrah, Petite Sirah, Mourvedre, Grenache 2013 Buehler Cabernet Sauvignon 12.5 . ( Napa Valley, CA) 2009 Mantra—Zinfandel (Sonoma, CA) 10.

Corkage at Bocanova is $22/btl. per 750ml bottle. Magnums count as two bottles. Page !1

Sparkling Wines Sparkling white 220 Dm. J. Laurens, Crémant de Limoux, Tête de Cuvée NV…………………… (Crémant de Limoux, S.W. France) Chardonnay, Mauzac, Chenin Blanc, Pinot Noir. The méthode traditionelle was invented in Limoux, with the first production of sparkling wines documented in Limoux in 1531. It is believed that even Dom Perignon visited the abbey in Limoux to further his winemaking skills 100 years later. "Tête de cuvee," literally "head of the pressing," means that only the first (gentlest) press of the grapes has been used. An exceptional wine with an intense nose of citrus and dried fruits, a touch of honey and green apple, delivering far more than its modest price would suggest.

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2005 H. BLIN Millésime Brut………………………………………………………………….. (Champagne, France) 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Meunier. Here is your rich, full-bodied Champagne that is fresh, elegant, and rich in aromatic complexity. The nose is richly decorated with candied and dried fruits. The cordon is persistent. There's apricot jam laced with hazelnut and almond. After a few minutes, lime and acacia honey begin to emerge. The palate maintains a remarkable freshness within a sublime balance.

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NV Jean Laurent Blanc de Blancs Brut………………………………………………… (Champagne, France) 100% Chardonnay. What we love about this blanc de blancs is its racy and expressive nose of green apple, lemon, baker's spices and chalky minerality, its creamy mousse and succulent mouthfeel. There are some honeyed almond notes floating in a mountain stream freshness with just the right dosage to pare down any sharp edges. Really, the complete package all around.

98.

Sparkling Rosé 210

Luis Pato Rosé……………………………………………………………………………….…..………..

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(Bairrada, NW Portugal) 95% Baga, 5% Maria Gomez.

Made from early-harvested grapes from old vines in plots well within reach of the Atlantic Ocean’s influence, this wine is a vibrant and frisky flirt that will surprise you with a bit of muscle too. 201

Château de Bligny NV Réserve Brut Rosé………………………………………………. (Champagne, France) 50% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 15% Côteaux Champenois Rouge. The 35% Pinot Noir is vinified as white wine and the 15% Coteaux Champenois rouge is vinified as red wine. There's a wild but charming Pinot Noir presence mixed with a dry precision that creates a juicy, spicy personality with a structured elegance that's both approachable as an aperitif and a perfect match for lighter dishes.

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Sparkling Wine Magnums

NV Champagne Lanson Brut Black Label (1.5L)………………………………….. 150 35% chardonnay, 50% pinot noir, and 15% pinot meunier The iconic house of Lanson, founded in 1760, has mastered the art of combining age old traditions with modern techniques. One of the very few Champagne Houses which avoids malolactic fermentation, retaining freshness and fruitiness of each cuvée. An impressive range of 40 to 50 crus are blended together and aged a minimum of three years. A luxury wine with everything in the right place. 2011 Raventos De Nit- Brut Rose . Blend ......................................................... 100 (Sant Sadurni Penedes,Catalonia Spain)

43% Macabeo, 33% Xarel.lo, 19% Parellada, 5% Monastrell
 In 1872 Josep Raventos created the definitive Catalan sparkling wine: “Cava.” 2011 vintage is elegant and dry with a sensual light pink color. This is not a subtle wine, is the full experience. Flavor profile: brisk citrus bouquet, rich and mineral, long lasting, creamy mid palate…You have to go to Cataluña!

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White Wines @40 300

2013 Navarro Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley, Mendocino County)

Fermenting in seasoned oak ovals, similar to the ones traditionally used in Alsace, allows the floral aromatics of the wine to fully develop. This wine will dazzle you with fresh nutty, fruity flavors with a smooth texture and a refreshing crisp finish. 329

2010 Palmina Arneis

(Santa Ynez Valley, CA) 


This Italian “white barolo” grape here yields a complex wine both lean and full bodied. Refreshing crispness and palate-coating texture conveys ripe pear, key lime and lychee, with hints of sage and almond. 302 2013 Bokisch Albariño (Clements Hills, Lodi, CA)

Typically found in Galicia in Northwestern Spain, this aromatic white is becoming one of the most exciting new varieties in California. Juicy and fruity with flavors of pear, McIntosh apple, pink grapefruit juice and a hint of lychee, it pairs beautifully with shellfish and a myriad of seafood. 303 2013 Ferdinand California Albariño (Vista Luna Vineyard, Lodi, CA.)

Markus Bokisch's Vista Luna vineyard produces some of the best Spanish varietals grown in California. Whole-cluster pressed, fermented with native yeasts in neutral barrels, this wine is typically crisp and acidic, with finesse and balance. Ideal for lighter fare and seafood pairings. 322

2014 Selby Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County, CA) 
 To Susie Selby, wine is a combination of art, science and nature. This wine, produced in stainless steel tanks, has crisp citrus nuances with flavors of pears, peaches and apricots.

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2013 Haras ‘Albaclara’ Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley, Chile)


Grapes were handpicked at two different levels of ripeness, from early February to late March. Finished in a cold press. It might make you think of South African Sauvignon Blanc.

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White Wines @40 335

2013 Pulenta Estate Chardonnay VIII (Agrelo, Cuyo, Argentina)

With freshness and generous fruit, creaminess in the mouth and just a lick of oak, this wine hits the spot at number of levels, not the least of which is how its Chablis-like focus perfectly complements its more New World approach to deliver delicious enjoyment to accompany your meal. 419 2013 Ercavio Airen (Castilla, Spain)

Lost in la Mancha we found this old bush vine, local varietal Airen is her name. Cold winter, hot summers, hard land and harder winemanship with a drastic pruning leaving one bunch per vine! These vines average 60 years on a clay limestone soil. Delicate and crisp, citrus, green apples, with a floral finish. 421 2013  Quinta do Cruzeiro Sousa Lopes Unfiltered Blend (Vinho de Mesa, Portugal) 50/50 Loureiro & Alvarinho Employing entirely natural production from vineyard to bottle, this wine delightfully combines the freshness and vigor of Vinho Verde with a mineral-laced array of stone fruit and citrus in a creamy texture. Harmonious and complex in the finish. 420 2013 Neboa Albarino (Rías Baixas, Spain)

From 75 year-old vines on slate soils, this is fresh, precise and mineral laden wine that greets you with a floral, blossomy nose of peach and apricot aromas that carry through a bracing palate of complex fresh fruit shot through with citrusy acidity. 425

2013 Valdesil Godello

(Galicia, Spain) 


Aged four months on lees in stainless steel with no malolactic fermentation. Citrus, ripe fruit and floral perfume, with a complexity from lees aging. Enjoy a lingering finish with a well balanced acidity.

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White Wines @ 50 325

2013 Davis Bynum “Virginia’s Block” Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley, CA)


Grapes hand-picked at night; native yeast; tank fermented; aged sur lie—such fastidious care adds up to an enticing marriage of tropical fruit and citrus flavors, delicate acidity and rich apricot in the finish. 320

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2014 Gamling & Mcduck Chenin Blanc (Suisun Valley, CA) The winemaker's description says it all: "Like kitten kisses and a honeycrisp lollipop while riding a homecoming float." Seriously, though, this Loire style Chenin draws rich flavors and a creamy texture from deep alluvial soils, long warm days, and Bay breezecooled nights. Unctuous and delicious. 2010 Neyers Vineyards Chardonnay, Carneros District

(Napa Valley, CA)

Rich and creamy, elegant and refined, are all words that only hint at the textural suppleness of this fleshy wine redolent of white peach, nectarine and fresh-cut flower flavors. With Bruce Neyer's point of reference for Chardonnay being the great Burgundies of France, his absolute dedication to natural winemaking has resulted in an absolute gem of a richly styled Chardonnay exquisite in every respect. 333

2010 Paradox Reserve Chardonnay (Los Carnernos, Napa County)

This appellation at the southern end of the Napa and Sonoma valleys grows excellent white varietals, with prominent Bay influence keeping things crisp and focused. Bright, silky and classically styled Chardonnay. Only 28 cases produced. 332

2013 Lafken Los Morros Chardonay (Maipo Valley, Chile)

Enologist Miguel Besoain is one of the coolest winemakers I've ever met! Passionately dedicated to the expression of his vineyards terroir on the western slope of the Andes, his approach both defies and expands many winemaking conventions. Here, the result is a stylish, world-class Chard with succulent and creamy ripeness and a zippy acidity to hold everything in balance. 346

2013 Villa Creek "White" (Paso Robles, CA) 80% Grenache Blanc, 20% Roussanne From early ripening grapes grown in the second year of California's epic drought, this lushly expressive wine shows saturated flavors of peach and flowers, tropical notes and a lemony tang to focus its energetic palate. Bladder pressed into stainless steel, followed by 50% aging in concrete tanks. Truly a delightful wine for summer. Page !6

White Wines @ 50 401

2012 Talai Berri Getariako Txakolina (Basque Country, Spain)

From Spain's Basque country. Slightly effervescent, complex bouquet with mineral and citrus notes in a complex and structured mid-palate. Perfect with seafood and as a celebrative aperitif. 448

2011 Raventos I Blanc Silencis (Penedes, Spain) Xarel-lo. 
 Earthy aromas of ripe pear and a hint of anise embody the subtlety of carefully tended Xarel-lo. Dynamic presence combines austerity and volume achieved by careful aging on the lees. All stainless steel.

402 2013 Tomàs Cusiné Auzells (Costers del Segre, Catalunya, Spain)

r29% Macabeu, 27% Sauvignon Blanc, 16% Chardonnay, 12% Riesling, 10% Albariño & 6% Moscatell A kaleidoscope of sensations emerges from this precisely drawn puzzle of a blend. Vineyards surrounded by Mediterranean thyme, rosemary, pine, oak and acacia forest lend complicated back notes to a base of exotic fruits in a wine both creamy in the mouth yet freshly intense. 415

2012 Bodega Eduardo Peña "Maria Andrea" Blend (Castrelo de Miño, DO Ribeiro, Spain)

40% Treixadura, 20% Albariño, 20% Godello, 20% Loureira. Each varietal is vinified separately in stainless steel. At once fresh and viscous in the mouth, this is a multi-textured wine with a sturdy mineral core surrounded by a melange of unctuous flavors—stone fruits and tropical flowers nicely wed to carry into a charming sunset of a finish. 471

2013 Celler Frisach Vernatxa (Terra Alta, Cataluña, Spain) 100% Garnatxa Blanca This is a captivating, profoundly mineral, full-bodied white wine with complex flavors and superior balance. Fermented on the skins, the wine is transferred to barrel for the winter where it settles before bottling without filtration, imparting a subtle kiss of un-toasted oak. Organically produced.

                                                                                                                                         

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               White Wines @ 65 331

2011 Catena Alta Chardonnay (Mendoza, Argentina)

From selected rows in two prestigious high-altitude vineyards, this wine combines a purity of mineral driven Chardonnay flavor with secondary notes of rich and concentrated ripe pear, apple and apricot flavors. Full-bodied and buttery, the wine finishes long and 439

2011 Palacios Remondo Rioja Plácet Valtomelloso (Rioja, Spain) 100% Viura. This is the only white wine made by famed Spanish winemaker Alvaro Palacios at his family's Rioja property. Bright gold in color with enticing aromas of white flowers, lime, fennel root and fresh peaches. On the palate the wine is nimble and vibrant with crisp acidity, yet is also creamy and rich. Look for notes of fresh pear, white peach and accents of salt and lime.

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2010 Acústic Celler Priorat +ritme blanc (Priorat, Spain) 70% Garnacha Blanc; 30% Macabeu.
 30% fermented in French oak, with remainder seeing no wood. Lemon blossom aromatics, with spicy, ripe and flowery white fruit, with a perfect hint of sweetness and chalky minerality mid-palate. complex with crisp, mineral acidity.

White Wines @ 90 340 2012 Domaine Serene Reseve Chardonnay (Dundee Hills, Willamette Vly, Oregon)

Planted exclusively to Dijon clone 76, Chardonnay from The Clos du Soleil vineyard delivers aromas of sweet honeysuckle, crème brulee and candied ginger. The palate is rich and mouth filling (as you'd expect from Dm. Serene); with balanced acidity and a long, elegant finish. 345

2012 Tablas Creek Esprit Blanc De Tablas (Paso Robles, CA) 64% Roussanne, 26% Granache Blanc, 
 10% Picpoul Blanc.
 A fascinating combination of rich and very dry, this wine offers aromatics of mineral, sea spray, grilled bread and a hint of nontoasted oak. The mouth is dramatically rich and broad, with front palate acidity, rich Roussanne in the mid-palate, and a hint of tannin from the Grenache Blanc on the long, nutty finish.

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                                                                                                                             Library White Wines 341 2012 Wayfarer "Wayfarer Vineyard" Fort Ross-Seaview Chardonnay……. $110* With wild and mountainous beauty, and an equal measure of untamed seacoast weather, Sonoma's Fort Ross-Seaview appellation is both America's newest, and in many ways, most extreme viticultural growing area. Here, Jayson Pahlmeyer's grapes enjoy both the ripening sun of summer days and the cooling ocean fog of evening and morning—ideal conditions to balance richness and focus in a wine of succulent complexity, replete with tree-ripened summer fruits, lemon zest, the right touch of stony minerality and a suave oak presence. Burgundy has come to California! 438

2010 Remelluri ………………………………………………………………………………………. $140* (Labastida de Alaya, Rioja, Spain) Garnacha Blanca, Viura, Roussanne, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Marsanne, Viognier
 An exceptional white wine, and on the wish list of sommeliers around the world! The Remelluri white wine plots reflect the complexity of orientations and soils of the estate. The different varieties are blended and subjected to a variety of preparations, but the outstanding feature of this wine is its place of origin. Without doubt, this wine best explains the character of the Granja Nuestra Señora de Remelluri vineyard, the oldest wine estate in Rioja.

*Not available for the Wine Wednesday discount.

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Rosé Wines @ $38

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2013 Thomas George Rosé (Russian River Valley) Pinot Noir

100% estate fruit sourced at three proprietary vineyards; traditional saignée extraction, fermented dry and aged sur lee in 50% stainless steel and 50% neutral French oak. Minimal malolactic conversion. All this adds up to a vibrantly fresh rosé with real depth of Pinot flavors, and a perfect compliment to summer fare. 511

2012 Tudal Winery Alma's (Napa Valley, CA) Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese. 
 From plots on Big Tree Road in St. Helena. Ruby colored with aromas of melon and white flowers. Subtle spices, watermelon and fresh green flavors. A silky finish delivers both sweet and tart impressions.

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2010 Siete Fincas

(Mendoza, Argentina) Pinot Noir. 


A beautiful deep pink color with refreshing aromas of guava, apricot and bright cherry. Medium bodied and balanced, this rosé has nuanced flavors of peach, cranberry and tangy papaya. 508

2013 Carica (Bennett Valey, Sonoma, CA) Grenache; Syrah & Mourverdre.


A cool climate produces a delicate floral aroma with clean and linear flavors of plum and spices. Freshening acidity and a pretty mid-palate lead to a long decrescendo that maintains flavors to the end.

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2013 iOTA Phyllis Rosé of Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills, Oregon)

A Provençal-styled, all-season, limited release rosé from this "small quantity" winery of consistently superb quality. Only 125 cases produced from Pommard, Wädenswil and Dijon 777 clone pinot noir grapes, hand-selected from four estate vineyard blocks. With balance and poise, this outstanding cuvée is elegant, rich, complex and brightly focused. 614

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2013 Vina Herminia (Rioja, Spain) Garnacha Strawberries and watermelon galore in a bright and refreshing rosé that's tasty and approachable, yet delicately dry and elegant. All the varietal lift of the Garnacha grape is here present to keep things interesting as the lovely swirl of flavors lead to a nice, mouthwatering finish. 2014 François Chidaine Touraine Rosé (Loire Valley, France) 50% Pinot Noir, 50% Grolleau

Biodynamically farmed vineyards and Chidaine's deft cellar work creates a rosé both sprightly and serious, quaffable yet intriguing—in other words: perfect! A nice melange of spring red berries, spice and just a whiff of apricot are carried by tart acidity and a terroir infused mineral core. A versatile favorite!

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NV Domaine Serene "R" Rosé (Dundee Hills, Willamette Vly, Oregon) Pinot Noir.

The winery's signature blended rosé, made in homage to the classic Provencal Rosé wines of Bandol. Lush strawberry, orange blossom, and passionfruit flavors within an elegant and creamy texture laced with abundant acidity make this the perfect summer sipper.

Rosé Wines @ $60 635 2013 Corse Figari Rosé (Clos Canarelli) (Corsica, France) 50% Sciaccarellu, 30% Niellucciu, 20% Grenache
 On the southern tip of the island, Figari is regarded as the most ancient growing region of Corsica. Ancient native varietals here team up to produce a stunningly delicious rosé. A Kermit Lynch import.

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   Red Wines @ $40 732

2011 Bokisch Monestrell (Lodi, CA) Monestrell, aka Mourvedre.
 A bit reminiscent of a bold Pinot Noir, with earthy aromas of bright red fruit, raspberry and cranberry. Notes of spices, olives and chocolate ride smooth, supple tannins into a lingering finish.

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2011 Terra d'Oro Aglianico (Amador County, CA) 
 An ancient Greek varietal introduced to Italy more than 2500 years ago, now produced in California. Robust flavors of chestnuts, orange zest and pomegranate with a great balance of minerality.

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2012 Angulo Innocenti Malbec

(La Consulta, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina) 


Cool, sunny days and cold mountain nights, plus poor high desert soils make the vines work hard for a living, and it all pays off in rich, dark fruit flavors and delicate violet notes typical of the La Consulta terroir. 717

2010 Carmen Gran Reserva Petite Sirah (Maipo Alto Valley, Chile) 90% Petite Sirah, 10% Syrah. 
 A deep garnet, full-bodied offering from vines rooted in deep loam over alluvial terraces in Chile's hottest growing region. Aromas of cherries and ripe raspberries; flavors of cappuccino and chocolate

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2009 Stage Left Cellers Syrah (California, USA)

From local Oakland winemakers, a worthy example of our East Bay winemaking renaissance. Deep purple fruits with a touch of clove laced baking spice in a well-structured and forwardly juicy body. 35 months in French oak imparts just the right amount of vanilla and toasty back notes to convey a sense of opulence without pretension. 718

2012 Urbano Cellars "Cotes Du Clements" (Bokides Ranch, Clements Hills, CA)

34% Syrah, 33% Grenache, 33% Mourvedre This wine exhibits fresh aromas of blueberries, blackberries and a bit of a floral note. Dark and blue berry flavors on the palate; hints of clove and spice; moderate but soft tannins; earthiness and bright acidity—all in balance! Bokides Vineyards subscribes to the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing. 739

2011 Piatelli Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina)

Arid clean air and mineral rich soils of the Andes foothills creates a Cab freed from its herbaceous tendencies and liberated to express the enticing blackberry and black pepper flavors of the varietal. Winemaker Valeria Antolin is deservedly a rising star of Mendoza. Page !12

Red Wines @ $40

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2012 La Playa Axel Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley, Chile) 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Syrah, 3% Malbec, 2% Petit Syrah A deep elegant scarlet color. On the nose, bright red fruit with hints of sweet vanilla, almonds and light touches of cinnamon. In the mouth, big persistent volume with notes of wild berry, juniper and chocolate. Hand harvested, 12 months in French and American oak; at least 6 months in bottle. Distinctive cabernet with mouthwatering acidity and great table appeal. 2014 Moulin de Gassac Pinot Noir (Languedoc/Roussillon, France)

From the Herault valley, just a few kilometers from the Mediterranean sea, this fine, elegant, medium bodied Pinot Noir shows classic Pinot flavors of bright candied cherries and moka in a fresh, mouthwatering wine with soft tannins and a persistent finish. 833

2012 Bodegas del Medievo "Tuercebotas" Crianza (South Rioja, Spain) 100% Graciano. An homage to those who "twist their boots" (Tuercebotas) working, this is one of the very few Riojas made entirely from Graciano. Juicy and approachable with a complex and spicy mélange of flavors, great concentration, with fresh and balanced tannins holding it all together.

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2012 Vilosell

(Vilosell, Empordà, Taragona, N.E. Cataluña) 55% Temp., 18% Syrah, 12% Merlot, 11 % C. Sauv. & Carignane. 


We call it a Super-Catalan! Vines range from 8 to 35 years old. A touch of velvety Cabernet, and just enough oak creates flavors of red & blue berries, cocoa and vanilla, with white pepper spiciness. 834

2010 Quinta das Bageiras Reserva Tinto (Bairrada, Portugal) 60% Baga and 40% Touriga Nacional.


In the hands of winemaker Màrio Sérgio Alves Nuno, the wildly prolific, somewhat difficult grape, Baga, yields a spicy, incense-like wine with strong brambly undertow, yet very refined on the palate.

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Red Wines @ $50 706

2011 Amayna Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley, Chile)
 The gravity fed winery and vineyards sit just 7 miles from the Pacific Ocean. Marine influence and poor soils create ideal conditions for this violet soaked, deeply complex wine with notes of vanilla & spice.

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2012 Selby Dry Creek Valley Grenache (Theresa Smith Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley, CA)


Bright and cranberry toned, this mid-weight wine carries delightful flavors of Montmorency cherry, cassis and touches of clove and nutmeg within a vibrant acidity that makes it a great pairing for richer seafood dishes, grilled or roasted veggies, all the way to the meat section of your menu. Thoroughly enjoyable! 720 2010 Paradox Grenache (Napa Valley, CA) (3% Petite Sirah)

Single vineyard estate fruit was harvested at its peak and aged in French oak for 16 months. Petite Sirah gives extra depth and tannin to support a sassy cassis note up front, then rich black currant and toasty spice leads to a full-bodied finish. Only 25 cases produced. 728

2012 Selby Russian River Petite Sirah (Sonoma County, CA)

A grape which a century ago was known in France as Durif. Displaced by more popular Rhone varietals, the plantings were removed—but not before the grape made its way to California. Big, grippy, earthy, briary, black cherry flavors saturate the palate, while bright acids and suave tannins keep everything in perfect balance. Soul stirring and satisfying! 734

2012 Bueyes Malbec

(Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina) 


Chocolate-covered cherries, cranberry, a touch of hickory spice and hints of black truffle integrate beautifully in this medium bodied and polished wine.2013 Neyers Zinfandel Vista Luna Borden Ranch 765

2013 Neyers Zinfandel Vista Luna Borden Ranch (Calaveras County, CA)

This is 100% "Heirloom" (non-clonal) Zinfandel, fermented with native wild yeast, aged 10 months in neutral 60-gallon French oak barrels, and bottled unfined and unfiltered. The remarkable soil combinations of the Sierra Nevada Range infuse this medium-full bodied wine with a refined minerality to complement its silky, spice-nuanced raspberry/ rhubarb flavors. Zinfandel the way it's supposed to be!

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Red Wines @ $50 815

2012 Cellar Mas Foraster Josep Foraster Trepat (Conca de Barberà, Cataluña Spain)

A 100% red Trepat is a rare find indeed! From the center of Spain's Trepat revival comes this gem delivering finesse, elegance and spaciousness in a balsamic tinged palate with a lingering weight of fruit, expressive minerality and great persistence in unfolding complexity. 804 2012 Fronton de Oro Tinto (Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain)

Listán Negro and Tintilla Showing typical Canary Islands volcanic minerality and salty sea notes, this wine showcases the floral and herbal side of the Listán Negro grape, as well as a touch of its characteristic sandalwood spice. A splash of Tintilla adds richness and acidity into a fresh, young wine that surprises with mellow black berries, bitter cherry, and a hint of fresh heirloom tomatoes. 813

2011 Descendientes de Jose Palacios Petalos del Bierzo (Bierzo, Spain) Mencia 


From 40-90 year-old vineyards. An alluring nose of lavender, incense, black cherry and blueberry leads to intense and layered fruits on the palate while maintaining an inviting approachability. 832

2009 Bodegas Alejandro Fernández El Vínculo Crianza (Campo de Criptana, La Mancha, Spain) 100% Old Vine Tempranillo

From the iconic figure who launched Ribera del Duero onto the world stage, this benchmark offering from La Mancha's historic windmill village brings an expansive palate of unsweetened blackberry preserve, cherry/mocha and vanilla in a suave and structured wine that lives up to the stellar reputation of the winemaker at a fraction of the price of his more storied labels. 851

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2013 Alvaro Palacios “Camins del Priorat” (Priorat, Cataluña, Spain) Carignane, Grenache, Cabernet. 
 Deeply structured with grippy tannins and an evolving depth of flavors that typifies the essence of Priorat wines. A wonderful intro to the wine art of Alvaro Palacios. 2012 Domaine La Tour Vieille Collioure “La Pinède”

(Languedoc, Southwest France) 75% Grenache, 25% Carignan. 


From marine-influenced French Catalonian vineyards planted on steep, schist terraces overlooking the sea, with all cultivation done by hand. Beautifully balanced berry and spice in a beguiling palate of dark fruit over earthy tannins. Page !15

Red Wines @ $65 701

2013 Not One iOTA Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon)

From this Willamette Valley all-star's certified sustainable, dryfarmed Pelos Sandberg Vineyard. Ten months in three-year airdried French oak barrels adds texture and spice to concentrated but refined fruit flavors that live up to iOTA's premium wine reputation. Lots of approachable deliciousness in this one! 722

2010 Carica Cellars Grenache (Clement Hills, CA) 
 Aged 18 months in neutral French oak, this juicy and vibrant Grenache tastes of ripe cherry, plum and dried cranberry with a dusty finish evoking exotic spices and bay laurel.

776 2010 Carica “The Siren” (Sonoma County, CA) Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre 
 Aromas of red fruit and herbs de Provence foreshadow a melange of evolving flavors: blackberry, chocolate, and pepper held in a firm envelope of tannins that opens beautifully as the wine breathes a bit. 749

2006 Lazuli -Viña Aquitania Cabernet Sauvignon

(Valle del Maipo, Chile)


Powerful and structured, this impressively balanced and charmingly smooth wine is directly inspired by traditional Bordeaux winemaking. The combined efforts of Paul Pontallier, (Chateau Margaux), Bruno Prats, (Ch. Cos d’Estournel), Ghislain de Montgolfier, (Bollinger Champagne), and revered Chilean oenologist, Felipe de Solminihac. 750

2009 Lafken Morros Del Maipo Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo, Chile)

12 to 16 months in 100% 2nd and 3rd use French oak has resulted in a delicious and sexy, intense yet finely balanced Cab, with notes of crushed raspberries, blackberries and chocolate, and hints of earth and spice on the finish. Bottled unfiltered, it retains all the lushness plus focus of high-altitude fruit, as well as the firm mineral streak that slides with sinewy presence through every sip, making this a superlative food wine. 781

2010 Pulenta III Cabernet Sauvignon (Lujan de Cujo, Mendoza, Argentina) 
 Vineyard plot is 3000 feet above sea level; vines at least 20 years old. Fermented in concrete & stainless steel then aged 12 mo. in French oak. Blackberry, black cherry, thyme and rosemary. Unique.

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2011 Bartolomé Vernet  "Clos Bartolomé" (Priorat DOCa, Spain) Grenache, Samsó (aka, Carignane) Here is all you expect from world-class Priorat! Concentrated and mature, with balsamic hints and mineral reminiscences over light touches of toasted oak and refined spices. Strong and meaty on the palate, with a self-assured complexity, yet pleasantly voluptuous and well-structured. A real find!

800 2010 Dominio do Bibei Lalama (D.O. Ribeira Sacra, Spain) 90% Mencía, 10% blend of Brancellao,

Mouratón, Souson and Garnacha. From a land of spectacular mountain ranges following rivers, though drier and harsher than most viticultural areas, winemaker Laura Lorenzo rediscovers the ancestral expression of this terruño utilizing biodynamic viticulture, all gravity flow, fermentation in wood or cement only, the wine neither fined nor filtered. This uncompromisingly vivid creation is truly one of Spain's finest and most elegant wines.

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Red Wines @ $85 756

2011 Riglos Gran Corte

(Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina) Cabernet Sauvignon/Malbec.


Equal balance of grapes extracted to medium body. Very well focused with good tannins, a bit of cedar in the background, rich blackberry to raspberry notes; then a soft and long lasting finish. 737

2010 Siete Fincas "Gran Secreto" Malbec (Mendoza, Argentina) 
 Incredibly rich, yet stylish and sophisticated, this premier achievement of Siete Fincas Winery offers aromas of crushed plum, roasted coffee, anise and violet, with flavors of blackberry, toasted hazelnut, and an evolving melange of secondary flavors ushering in a deep and concentrated finish.

847 2010 Gallinas y Focas (4 Kilos) Vinicola Tinto Tierra Mallorca (Balearic Islands, Spain) 70% Mantonegro, 30% Syrah Another great example of the ongoing revival of traditional Mallorcan winemaking, the perfume shows licorice notes in a darkly fruity presence, with chewy and penetrating flavors that evolve both in the mouth and in the glass. Give it some air, and taste the emerging vivacity over the course of your meal.

Red Wines @ $100 700 2012 Bluxome Street Winery Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Before the 1906 earthquake wiped them out, 120+ wineries were located in the SOMA district of San Francisco. Today, Bluxome Street Winery revives the tradition with boutique bottlings, such as this one featuring bright red fruits with tastes of bergamot and mushroom to accentuate its formidable depth. 850

2007 Bodegas Ercavio La Plazuela (Castilla y León, Spain) 80% Cencibel (aka Tempranillo), 20% Garnacha

Ripe, refined, seductive and totally top shelf, this wine brims with multiple nuances of pleasure. 80+ year old vines at high elevation creates deep flavors of mocha-tinged red fruit and exotic spices on a backbone of smooth tannins and enough nervy acidity to drive a long and sumptuous finish.

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                                                                                                                                 Red Wines @ $120   704 2011 El Molino Rutherford Pinot Noir (Rutherford, Napa Valley, CA)

Superb charm and gracious restraint, with many revelations to be discovered in the glass. With a complex palate of ripe cherry, hightoned strawberry acidity, and a deep undercurrent of spice and earthy minerality, this wine achieves in Napa what many in so-called Pinot Noir sweet zones only dream about. El Molino was founded in 1871 and operated until Prohibition. With vineyards nestled between Hwy 29 and the Napa River, husband and wife winemakers Jon and Lily Berlin take full advantage of this unique microclimate to create wines of true Burgundian stature. Another stunner from El Molino! 710

2011 Domaine Serene Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon)

The winery's flagship red is a true illustration of the art of blending. Precisely tuned clonal variation and site driven diversity create an elegant wine that delivers a complex array of flavors within a harmonious balance of structure, richness and acidity, with soft tannins and a clean, lingering finish. 803 2010 Miguel Torres Mas La Plana "Black Label" Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedes-Cataluña, Spain)

With roots tracing back to the 17th century, the name Torres is one of the most iconic in Spanish wine, and this Cab proudly wears the Torres name as the most famous Cabernet Sauvignon from Spain. The small, sustainably tended Mas La Plana vineyard yields wine consistently coveted by connoisseurs around the world. This 2010 vintage only builds upon the Torres tradition of excellence with a typical consortium of generosity, a depth of complexity, strength and subtle finesse. Simply fabulous! 841

2005 Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial (Rioja Alta, Spain) 89% Tempranillo, 11% Mazuelo Rightly described as a "classic among classics" (Wine Advocate), this world-class wine shows impeccable balance, utter elegance, and an intensity of flavor due to its 30 months in barrel and 3 years in bottle before release. More flavor complexity than space to describe it! Please, discover it for yourself.

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Library Wines 782 2011 Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon………………………

130*

(Calistoga, Napa Valley, CA)

With impressive balance and harmonious integration, this iconic Napa Cabernet expresses both floral and savory notes in dark and complex, yet pliant, flavors that are youthfully pretty, soft and approachable while delivering the suave textures one expects from this storied chateau. 783

2011 Jayson Cabernet Sauvignon (by Pahlmeyer) ………………….

120*

(Napa Valley, CA)

Created with unwavering attention by one of the most iconic Napa family wineries, this premium wine exudes a rich melange of mouthwatering red fruit flavors and Swiss chocolate handsomely framed with notes of river stone, fennel and black tea; finishing with elegant, fine-grained tannins. 848

2011 Suertes del Marques El Ciruelo ……………………………………..

110*

(Valle de la Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands) Listán Negro.


Gorgeous and profound flavors from ungrafted Listán Negro vines over 90 years old. Volcanic minerality and spice-infused dark fruits convey a deep and important palate presence, yet elegant and supple with a sweet herbal infusion. Spontaneous fermentation in concrete cubes, then racked to 500-liter old oak foudres for 1 year on the lees. Bottled unfiltered. 846

2011 Suertes del Marques Los Pasitos …………………………………….. 110* (Valle de la Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands) Baboso Negro.


Another gem from Suertes del Marques! Amazing and fine aromatics, fresh cherry fruit with a peppery hit. Precise and elegant with a silky texture and lovely bright cherry fruit, and again that peppery bite. Extraordinary and beautiful, with true personality and presence. Bottled unfiltered. 879

2010 Moncerbal Vineyard, Corullon …………………………………………. 170* (Leon Spain) 100% Mencia
 Slightly north by west from Las Lamas, made from 100 years old vines, fermented and aged in oak. The body is opulent. Flavors range from violets to vanilla and dark berries. Only 175 cases produced

*Not available for the Wine Wednesday discount.

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Bottles

Rosé 2014 Dm. La Suffrene Bandol Millésimé. Double Magnum (3 Liter)……………. 320* (Provence, France) 40% Mourvedre, 30% Cinsault, 20% Grenache,10% Carignan True to your best expectation of a stunning Bandol rosé, this brilliant orange-pink wine opens with an expressive nose of red fruits, herbs and silica, leading into a powerful, heady and rich palate showing lovely aromatic depth and heaps of personality. Situated on sandy-silt-laden, calcareous and clay soils, the vineyards are tended using all natural practices.




Red 2010 Iota Pinot Noir (1.5 Lt)……………………………………………………………………………..… 150* (Willamette Valley, OR) 
 A collectors vintage for Oregon Pinot, based on Pommard and Dijon clones from estate vineyards. Lots of dark stone fruit, delicate spices and herbs and hints of mineral. Floral notes lead to a gorgeous finish. under 50 bottles made. 2007 Dry Creek "The Mariner" Meritage (1.5 Lt)……………………………………………… 150* (Dry Creek Valley, Healdsburg, CA) 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 7% Malbec, 4% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot From the most prized estate and hillside vineyards in the Dry Creek Valley comes this thoroughly impressive Bordeaux blend with big aromas and flavors. Not a shy wine, it fully displays a lush-bodied and ripe melange of black fruits, vanilla and spice, with age-softened tannins, excellent balance, and a long and scrumptious finish. 2009 Dom. du Vieux Télégraphe ChâteauneufduPape “La Crau” (3 Lt) ……… 550* 65% Grenache, 15% Mourvèdre, 15% Syrah, 5% Cinsault, Clairette, et al.
 One cannot think of this most celebrated cru of the Southern Rhône, without thinking of Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe. The Brunier family is legendary in its own right, having been rooted to the enigmatic plateau known as “La Crau” for over one hundred years. The wines of Vieux Télégraphe evoke the concept of terroir in its purest form: they reflecttheir dramatic climate, the rough terrain that defines the soil, their full sun exposure at a higher altitude, the typicity of the varietals with an emphasis on Grenache, and of course, the influence of their caretakers,

*Not available for the Wine Wednesday discount.

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