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Red Wines by the glass Presented lighter to more full-bodied

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Colores del Sol Malbec 2009, Mendoza, Argentina. Vibrant fruit flavors of cherries and terroir

Louis Latour Domaine de Valmoissine Pinot Noir 2009, Burgundy, France. Smooth, cherries, distinct

$10

Mas de la Dame, Grenache and Syrah, Provence, France. Organic. Rich, full and round with ripe fruit flavors

$11

Bethel Heights Pinot Noir 2008, Oregon. Sustainably grown. Silky texture, dusty raspberries with structure

$13.50

Arancio Cantadoro Sicilia, Italy. Notable fruit component of ripe blackberry, wild strawberry and raspberry

$10

$13.5

$9.50

Starry Night Cabernet Franc 2010, San Rafael, CA. Rich fruit flavors of raspberry. blueberry and cassis.

$11

Colterris Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Grand Valley, Colorado. Rich in color, flavor and smooth tannins

$11

Colores del Sol is a new wine, which delivers a higher level of Argentine Malbec. It is sourced exclusively from the Luján de cuyo vineyard district within Mendoza, South America’s most prestigious wine-growing region. This vineyard is amongst the highest, driest, and sunniest in the world, at elevations reaching 3,500 feet. The Domaine de Valmoissine is located on the site of the ancient monastery and university of Valmoissine at 1500 feet abovesea level, which guarantees sunshine during the summermonths,whilst remaining cool and limits the possibility of spring frost. The grapes are entirely handpickedbefore being fermented in stainless steel tanks. Mas de la Dame, or “farm of the women” is owned by Anne Poniatowski and Caroline Missasoffe who have redefined the potential of this ancient terroir. The breathtaking 16th.century estate is situated in Les Baux de Provence, a charming medieval village atop a rocky outcrop in southern France. 100% hand-harvested and aged for 15 months.

The 70-acre estate is nestled in Oregon’s WillametteValley, surrounded by a hill chain of volcanic origin. The aroma is therefore defined by earth and forest floor, mushroom and moss. This sustainably grown Pinot was aged for 11-months in French oak after it was gently destemmed and cold soaked. Celebrated for its hot sunny climate, historic monuments and rich culinary tradition, Sicily has been producing rich flavored and full-bodied wines since Greek and Roman times.The Arancio winery was constructed to make quality single-varietal wines and is equipped with cutting-edge machinery.

Maysara Pinot Noir. McMinnville, OR 2007. Biodynamic. Red raspberries, soft tannins, white pepper.

BeroniaCrianza 2007, Rioja, Spain. Traditional style Tempranillo blend, voluptuous, toast, nice spice

Bodega Beronia is found in the Rioja Alta area of the region, which is situated to the west. The clay rich earth is home to about 150 vine growers, all supplying Beronia with the finest grapes. This “Crianza” has been aged in American Oak for about 4 years, resulting in a superb and complex wine.

This is the inaugural bottling for Starry Night. 2010 Lake County Terre Vermeille vineyard proved an ideal location in the gravelly iron rich soil at a 1,200 foot elevation above Clear Lake. By allowing the grapes to fully develop this 100% Cab Franc has rich fruit drive flavors of raspberry, blueberry, and cassis along with aromas of violets and pepper. The Cabernet Franc grape ripens earlier and employs a more expressive, fruitier flavor as well as less tannin. Cabernet Franc is a parent grape of Cabernet Sauvignon and is often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon to make Bordeaux-style wines. Enjoy this wine with Beef, Pork, Lamb, and hearty pasta dishes. A bold new Cabernet Sauvignon “from the Colorado land”. The name Colterris was derived by combining a three letter abbreviation of Colorado“Col” with the Latin word “terris” meaning from the land. Situated in the heart of the Grand Valley AVA, this unique vineyard site at 4,600 feet in elevation is protected by the foothills of the Grand Mesa and the Colorado River. This combination of high altitude sunlight and cool river nights produce a distinctively bold red wine. Aged for 18 month in French and American Oak.

RenzoMasi Chianti Riserva 2007, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy. Sangiovese with rich, cherry, tobacco notes

The Masi family has been making wine for three generations onthe northeastern side of Florence. The Riserva is produced only in very good vintages, from a selection of the best grapes purchased by the wineryin the Rufina area. It is then kept in French oakbarrels for a period of 14 months. Before its release and matures in bottles for at least six months.

Truchard Merlot, 2008 Napa Valley, California. Blueberry, touch of cedar spic, ripe tannins, elegant finish Truchard Vineyards is a small, family-owned winery in the Carneros region of Napa Valley. This Merlot is harvested from five separate hillside locations throughout the Truchard Estate Vineyard, with their own identity, which contain a variety of soils: clay, shale, sandstone, volcanic rock and ash. The wine was aged for 20 months in French Oak Barrels

$12.50

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Astrale e Terra “Arcturus” Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, Napa, CA. Dark red fruit, nice tannins & structure

$12

Jed Steele’s Shooting Star Syrah 2008, Lake County, CA. Sustainably grown, chocolate, ripe jam, spices

Capitel de’ Roari, Amarone della Valpolicella, 2007, Italy. Chocolate, blackberries, black pepper

$16

Orin Swift “The Prisoner” 2009, Napa, CA. Zinfandel based blend, rich, ripe fruit like Ray Charles on piano

$15

Molly Dooker Shiraz “The Boxer” 2009, Australia. Big, bold, cherry, pomegranate, bright and jazzy

$14

Arcturus is named for the 4th brightest star in the sky. This Bordeaux style Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend with the perfect amount of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot from the mountains of the Atlas Peak Appellation. This vines has been aged for 30 month in French Oak. Only 1,566 cases have been produced. Lake County is located directly north of Napa County. This area had already a thriving grape and wine industry at the turn of the 19th. Century.All of the fruit for the Shooting Star is hand harvested and quickly delivered to the winery.The grapes are destemmed and gently crushed to tanks for fermentation.After pressing the wine is placed into American oak barrels. The grapes (Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella) are picked by hand at full ripeness and carried on shallow trays up to drying attics. After about 4 month they are brought down to the cellars, crushed and fermented in steel tanks. Ageing takes place in barrique and large oak barrels (half and half). The result is a rich, full body, juicy fruit flavor, jammy and warm wine so fruity that it almost shows an edge of sweetness; strong and smooth. This Napa Valley gem has great color, deep, dark garnet with a clean and bright red band. 46% Zinfandel, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Syrah, 10% Petite Syrah, 2% Charbono, 1% Grenache.

The Marquis Vineyard, located in McLaren Vale east of Adelaide, focuses on nurturing strong and healthy vines with balanced canopy growth to achieve the most intense fruit flavors possible. The “Wine Spectator” gave this Australian pearl 91 point.

Wine Flights Includes 3 fabulous wines Red:

White: International Flight: Pinot Grigio (IT), Sauv Blanc (NZ), Riesling (GER)

$12

Old World Jewels Flight: Spanish Rioja, French Grenache, Italian Chianti Riserva

$15

Chardonnay Flight: France, Napa, Sonoma

$15

Pinot Noir Flight: Louis Latour, Bethel Heights, Maysara

$19

Top of the Flights: Amarone, The Prisoner, Molly Dooker

$22

Beer Avery IPA (Boulder, CO) Avery White Rascal Ale (Boulder, CO) New Belgium Sunshine Wheat (Fort Collins CO) Stella Artois (Belgium) Eel River IPA Organic (Scotia, CA) Whale’s Tale Pale Ale (Nantucket, MA) Steelhead Porter (Blue Lake, CA)

Other Beverages $5 $5 $5 $5 $5 $5 $5

San Pellegrino Sparkling Water (large) San Pellegrino (Limonata or Aranciata Sparkling) Coke, Diet Coke

$4 $2.5 $2

White Wines by the glass Presented from dry to sweet

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Principato Pinot Grigio 2009, delle Venezie, Italy. Soft citrus flavors, light and elegant, crisp fruit.

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$7.50

$6.50

Vergier, Macon-Village, Chardonnay 2009, France. Biodynamic. Green apple, soft citrus, subtle butter.

$9.50

Trefethen, Dry Riesling 2009 Napa, California. Sustainably grown. Dry, succulent, green apple, white peach.

$10

Pinot Grigio is one of the world’s most popular wines. Principato, meaning “Princely Realm”, refers to northeast Italy’s Tre Venezie, a region embracing the majesty of the snow-capped Dolomite Alps and the picturesque beauty of Italy’s romantic Lake District. 100% Pinot Grigio.

Matua Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009, New Zealand. Zingy grapefruit aromatics and citrus.

Matua Marlborough began as a small, family-run winery in West Auckland, New Zealand, in 1974. Founders Ross and Bill Spence quickly gained a reputation for innovative, award-winning wines, and where the FIRST to plant Sauvignon Blanc in New Zealand. These regional vines are renowned for their aggressive sauvignon characters.

Kenwood Yalupa Chardonnay 2010, California. Subtle butter and oak, pear and vanilla.

The vineyards used for the 2009 Yalupa Chardonnay were harvested in September after a mild, dry spring and a warm summer. Eighty percent of the juice was fermented in French oak and aged on the lees. As a quality-driven independent producer Christian Vergier has launched his own brand, focusing on specific terroir in Macon and Beaujolais. With extensive knowledge Christian now harvests his grapes from superior sites only. For the Chardonnaylovers who prefer the freshness without the oak flavor, his wine was aged in temp-controlled stainless steel tanks. In the late 60’s when the Trefethen family started to grow wine grapes in Napa Valley no one had started a successful Napa vineyard since Prohibition. Ever since then the family has been producing many award-winning wines. This 35th vintage of Napa Valley Riesling experienced mild weather, resulting in stress-free vines and an even keeled vintage.

Schlumberger Pinot Blanc 2008, Alsace, France. Organic. Fresh, mineral-filled nose, with a touch of floral fruit. A family vineyard established in 1810. Nowadays in their 7th generation, the Schlumbergers still produce their wines the old way. Perched on the steep hillsides of the Vosges, the vineyard benefits from the best exposures. Its slopes can reach 50°. Even today, they plough and work with 4 horses. All year long, a team of 4 highly trained masons mend and maintain the 50 km of walls.

Vina Robles White 2010. San Miguel, California. Kiwi, citrus, crisp and refreshing.

Saintsbury Chardonnay 2008, Napa, California. Classic citrus and pear. Concentrated, rich, crisp.

$12

Pazo de Senorans, Albarino 2009, Spain. Elegant and harmonious, rich and deeply flavored.

$13

Pircas Negra Torrontés 2009, Argentina. Organic. Light, crisp fruit & refreshing.

Rhein River Riesling 2008, Germany. White peach, orange blossom with perfect sweetness.

$7.50

This estate blend combines grapes from the Huerhuero & Jardine vineyards located in the rolling hills of Paso Robles, where warm afternoons and cool evening breezes guide the grapes to perfect ripeness. The varieties used in this blend are very unique to Paso Robles and California’s Central Coast. The Vermentino and Verdelho have responded extremely well to the Huerhuero Vineyard. A blend of stainless and oak fermentation, this is a crisp, refreshing glass of wine. Chardonnay makes the most well known white wines in the world. The grapes for Saintsbury come from Carneros in Napa Valley, a region perfectly suited by climate and soils. The result is a flavorful wine fermented and aged in oak that is not oaky with lots of fruit on the nose and the palate, but not a fruit bomb. From the “Seattle of Spain” comes this harmonious Albarino, produced at the winery of Marisol Bueno from a plot located in the higher part of the estate with sandy subsoil, which enables the fruit to reach excellent ripeness levels. Making top quality wines has always been Marisol Bueno’s passion, and for the last 21 years she has shown an ability to get the best out of an ambitious team and produces some of the best white wine in Spain. All the grapes are picked by hand and aged in stainless steel tanks. The “Wine Advocate” gave this wonderful Albarino 93 pts. The Argentine “hotness” from the Famatina Valley. Always crisp and light, ready for any occasion. In 1890 Carl Gunterloch founded the estate by investing his fortune into the top vineyard sites of the “Rote Hang” area (“Red Slope era”) in the Rheinhessen appellation. Over the past decade, the 5th generation, Fritz and Agnes Hasselback, have brought the estate to world class level earning 3 times a perfect 100 point score for the TBA dessert wines.

Roses by the glass

Skouras “Zoe”, Dry Rose, 2010, Greece. Biodynamic. Bright color, ripe cherry, shades of sweet grass.

At 2700 feet above sea level on the Korinthian Mountains in Greece comes this dry, refreshing Rose. Mainly grown on sandy soil. Aged in stainless steel vats at 16C over fine lees.

Sparkling Wines

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Mumm Napa Brut Prestige, Napa Valley, California. (175ml bottle) Perfect special occasion sparkling wine.

Bottle $12

Segura Viudas Brut Reserva Cava, Spain. Fresh and well balanced on the palate, very persistent fine mousse

Lunetta Prosecco Brut, Italy. White peach & apple, with hints of lemon

$10

$32

Batasiolo Moscato Rose Dolce Piedmont, Italy NV. Delicate, slightly sweet pink bubbles with tropical fruits.

$11

Segura Viudas dates back to the 11th century. Yet it wasn’t until 1945 when Sr. Segura purchased the medieval farmhouse known as Can Esbert and built a state-of-the-art facility that includes five levels of subterranean wine cellars. Segura Viudas has earned many honors over the past five decades, including being named “Winery of the Year” by Wine & Spirits magazine. Lunetta, which means “Little Moon” in Italian, is produced from handpicked grapes vinified at Cavit’s prevailing sparkling wine facility in the northern region of Trentino. Dry and light to medium-bodied with crisp acidity and a long finish. The Muscato grape is Piedmont’s signature white grape and responsible for some very dazzling sparkling wines. This Rose is made with white and red Muscat grapes. Immediately after harvest the grapes are pressed and obtained, filtered and chilled at a very low temperature to ensure the fragrant perfume.

Ferrari Brut, Italy. Ferrari was born over a century ago in 1902 through the efforts of Giulio Ferrari.

$42

The vineyards used for the 2009 Yalupa Chardonnay were harvested in September after a mild, dry spring and a warm summer. Eighty percent of the juice was fermented in French oak and aged on the lees.

Sparkling Drinks $11

Mimosa (Orange Juice)

$11

Chambord (Black Raspberry) Kir Royal (Black Currant)

$11

Champagne

Taittinger Cuvee Prestige, France

$75

Gosset Brut Excellence, France

$90

Dessert Wines and Ports Redstone Meadery, Traditional Mountain Honey Wine, Boulder, CO.

$13

Porto Barros Tawny 20 Years old. Two Ounce Pours, Portugal.

$14

$13.5

Locally made in Boulder this honey wine is made with just Colorado water, orange blossom honey, wildflower honey, and yeast!

Fonseca Bin 27 Reserve. Two Ounce Pours, Portugal. Biodynamic.

Blended from reserve wines selected for their intense fruit character and depth of color, Fonseca Bin 27 spends four years in large wood vats prior to bottling. It is one of the most widely consumed vintage character ports in the United States. The well-knit structure, rich, velvety full body and clack currant and cherry flavors, also evident in the nose, carry into an intense, lingering finish.

Höpler Beerenauslese Burgenland, Austria NV. Biodynamic. Honeysuckle, ripe melon, minerals (two oz)

Located on the hills above Lake Neusiedle the warm mist combined with the overall cool climate helps support the growth of Botrytis Cinerea. This fungus penetrates the skin of the berry, adding a unique flavor while causing the water to evaporate. As a result, the berries sugar level and minerals are concentrated. All grapes are handpicked, instilling quality for an outstanding and sweet wine.

White Wines by the Bottle Presented from dry to sweet David and Duvallet Muscadet Serve Maine, Loire, France 2010. Sustainably grown. Clean, minerals, citrus.

$28

Höpler Grüner Veltiner, Burgenland, Austria 2009. Biodynamic. Apples, spice, hay, firm mineral backbone.

$29

Joseph Phelps Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, Napa, CA 2009. Biodynamic. Lemon curd, white flowers, wet stone.

$59

Mer Soleil Silver Unoaked Chardonnay, California. Crisp, citrus, gooseberry , minerals.

$49

Buty Semillon Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle, Columbia Valley, WA 2010. Honeysuckle, melon, lemon.

$44

Trefethen Chardonnay, Napa, CA 2009. Sustainably grown. Floral, tropical fruit, lemon.

$38

Pierre David started the family Domaine with 3.7 acres in the village of Le Landreau in 1927. Today his great-grandson Stephane and his business partner Sebastian Duvallet farm 72 acres. This wine is 100% Melon de Bourgogne with vines averaging 50 plus years old. The soil is composed of schist and mica over a base of granite. Grapes are handpicked while the wine is fermented with indigenous yeast in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This wine is bottled after seven months sur lie. Höpler Winery is located on 106 acres in the inspiring Pannonia climate, which entails cold winters with little snow, along with very with very hot and humid summers. They also receive the highest amount of sunshine in Central Europe, up to 2,000 hours a year! Their vineyards are located on the hill country-side with a mix of different soils including; clay, limestone, gravel and pre-historic rocks that remain some of the oldest growing areas in Burgenland. Grüner Veltiner is also known as the national grape varietal of Austria. Joseph Phelps Vineyards founded his estate winery and vineyard in 1974. The 2009 Sauvignon Blanc was grown in Spring Valley Ranch outside St Helena. The 2009 season was cool overall compared to the previous nine years. The cool growing season flawlessly captured the fruit and floral aromatics and focused acidity. The Mer Soleil Vineyard first developed in 1988 was named for the two natural forces that create its growing conditions: sea (mer) and sun (soleil). This Chardonnay was grown in selected blocks of the Mer Soleil Vineyards in Santa Lucia Highlands of Monterey County. They harvest the grapes when just fully ripe, their gold color hued with green, expressing clean aromas of the Chardonnay fruit and firm acidity. The grapes fermented in stainless steel. This small, family owned Estate named their wines Buty as a direct reflection of the landscape that grows the vines. The first five years Buty winery was in operations it was only ran by the two owners, Caleb and Nina Foster. This crisp blend contains 65% Semillon, 27% Sauvignon Blanc and 8% Muscadelle. All fruit was fully shaded from the summer sun, unlike most fruit grown in cool climate vineyards. The Semillon grew in sandy soils on vines planted in 1982 while the Sauvignon Blanc grew in sand-loan soils on vines planted in 1997. Named “Best Chardonnay in the World” at the Gault Millau World Wine Olympics in France. The Trefethen Family continues their 30-year tradition of excellence making Chardonnay, their most popular white wine. The Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley provides the perfect growing area for the chardonnay with well-drained, loam soils and marine-influenced climate to create grapes with rich balanced flavors. The 2009 vintage had consistently mild weather resulting in stress-free vines, long grape hang times and fruit with finely developed flavors at lower-than-normal sugar levels.

Red Wines by the Bottle Presented lighter to more full-bodied Maysara Pinot Noir, McMinnville, OR 2007. Biodynamic. Red raspberries, soft tannins, white pepper.

$49

Syncline Subduction Red, Columbia Valley, WA 2009. Biodynamic. Bold blackberry, gamey, spice, plum.

$38

Domine des Escaravailles Les Antimagnes, Cotes du Rhone, France 2009. Lush raspberry, spice, herbs.

$35

Maysara Winery is committed to capturing the complete expression of their land and conveying it through superior quality. They are certified Biodynamic and believe in capturing the true essence of the soil through holistic farming. 100% of their fruit is de-stemmed and cold soaked for several days prior to fermentation. The fermentation is then completed with indigenous yeast from each individual block. These grapes are clones of those from Dijon and Pommard vines of France, producing a ruby garnet color. The Wine Advocate rated this wine 90 points! “Syn-cline” defined as a trough of stratified rock in which the beds dip toward each other from either side was named after the growing area. Grapes are located along the Colombia River in the southern part of Washington State. Grapes are all hand-harvested and go into fermentation without any crushing. The wine will age in French Oak and be bottled at 11 months. This small family winery only produces 5,000 cases a year to ensure intimacy with each barrel and every vine. Established in 1953 by the grandfather of the owner today, Gilles Ferran is the 3rd generation at the estate. Domaine des Escaravailles comes from the nickname given by the people of Rasteau to a Priest in 17th century who wore a long black coat and owned the farm at the time. In Occitan, Escaravailles means beetle. The vines are located at a high altitude with steep slopes in red and yellow clay subsoil that allows for perfect draining and exposure to the sun. Grapes are hand-harvested, sorted and de-stemmed before fermentation while using very minimally chemicals.

Shypoke Charbono, Napa, CA 2008. Sustainably grown. Pomegranate, sage, tar.

$60

Alpha Estate Xinomavro “Hedgehog”, Amyndeo, Greece 2007. Sustainably grown. Leather, vanilla, blackberry, clove.

$43

Trefethen Merlot, Napa, CA 2007. Sustainably grown. Concentrated dark fruits, rich, cassis, pie spice.

$38

Hailing from the Savoie region of France, Charbono was named after the obscure French grape Corbeau. It has been growing on the Shypoke family estate in Napa Valley since 1904. Their century old vineyard celebrates the remaining 65 acres of Charbono grown worldwide. It is on the list of endangered regional foods which is protected by a nonprofit eco-gastronomic organization called the Slow Food’s Ark of Taste. Shypoke Winery is a proud member. This very unique wine from Greece is from the Hedgehog Vineyard, which is named after the large amount of Hedgehogs found nesting in abundance on the estate. Made with 100% of the Xinomavro, it grows at 690m in sandy-clay soil with northern exposure sun facing Mount Voras along with the cool breeze from Petron Lake where all grapes are handpicked. The Wine Advocate rated this wine 90 points! Currently farming 63 distinct vineyard blocks with only nine varietals this degree of specialization and intense focus on individual blocks maximizes the potential for each varietal to create the foundation for producing consistently superb, world class wine. The relatively cool growing area and moist soils with temperate climate and a long growing season in their estate vineyard in Oak Knoll District allowed this Merlot to evenly ripe. This allowed the grapes to produce a potpourri of ripe cherry, smoked meat, dried tomato and black olive with a round and lengthy plate wine

Bruna Grimaladi Barolo, Badarina D.O.C.G. Piedmont, Italy 2006. Big and classic, earth, roses, leather.

The very first D.O.C.G. status granted in Piedmont was Barolo in 1980, the highest quality rating of wine in the country. Located the northwest region of Italy this famous growing area, Barolo, is considered the “king of wines and the wine of kings”, The Grimaladi family has been producing wine for half a century. The vineyard, Vigna Regnola contains limestone soil and is fully exposed to the south. Grapes are carefully selected and the wine is made in stainless steel vats. The wine is than matured in small oak barrels for two years and held for 6 months in the bottle before it was released.

$130

Trefethen Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa, CA 2007. Full-bodied, ripe black currents, plums, forest floor.

$99

Mont-Redon Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France 2004. Dense, leather, black fruits, coffee.

$86

Batasiolo Barbaresco, D.O.C.G. Piedmont, Italy 2006. Cherries and strawberries, floral, minerals.

$92

Cash Allen Cabernet Sauvignon, Dry Creek Valley, CA 2008. Currant, licorice, mocha.

$58

This award winning winery in the Oak Knoll District of Napa produced a powerhouse of Cabernet Sauvignon in 2007. Limited yield grown in a warmer climate produced fruit with bright, complex flavors, resulting in a wine with dark ruby color and deeply concentrated, expressive flavors. These grapes were harvested from September 16-October 13 and spent 17months in French oak. The first vines found at Mont-Redon date back to the Roman times planted at the bottom hill, sheltered from the Mistral Wind, the winery was given its name (in Latin, meaning “round hill”). Today the fourth generation of winemakers own 200 acres of land while also treating their waste biologically and recycling. Their grapes receive 2,800 hours of sunshine a year and benefit from the Mediterranean climate characterized by the summer drought and rain pattern that are never the same from year to year. Benidi Batasiolo is a 50 year old winery owned by the Dogliani family. The estate extends 250 acres which includes 140 acres exclusivity with Nebbiolo. Considered one the most important grapes in Italy, Barbaresco is known as the “Queen” of Nebbiolo. Located on the gentle Langhe Hills made with calcareous clay soils, this Nebbiolo grows on the right bank of the River Tanaro. It is a powerful grape that ripens late on the slopes with a southern tilt between 490 and 1,150 feet. This 2006 Barbaresco was oak aged for at least a year and held in the bottle for another year before it was released. This wine in named after the Blanchard’s family’s second son Cash. These grapes are harvested from Laurel Springs Ranch, a small and award winning three acre lot. The hilltop location offers extended sunlight exposure that assures optimal ripeness in the grapes, while cooler nights keep balanced levels in acidity. The wine will age for20 months in French oak barrels.

Joseph Phelps Insignia Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa, CA 2006. Biodynamic. Full-bodied, floral, anis, black cherry.

$195

Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa, CA 2009. Big and charming, dusty, black cherries.

$140

Joseph Phelps winery is 100% estate grown in Napa Valley and only practices biodynamic agriculture. This particular Bordeaux blend (Cabernet and Petite Verdot) is fermented in stainless steel and aged in new French Oak for 24 months. The 2006 growing season in Napa Valley experienced an exceptionally long veraison season which contributed to the concentrated aromas and dense flavors. Caymus Vineyards have been making Cabernet Sauvignon from the Napa Valley since the winery was founded in 1972. The family owned winery is dedicated to the detailed attention that each vineyard block needs. Each block is farmed according to its specific soil type, climate, slope and orientation, in the pursuit of concentrated wines with dark color, intense flavor and texture. Attention to the characteristics of grapes from different blocks lead to lot-by-lot decisions about maceration times, fermentation temperatures and the type and toast level of the French oak barrels and the length of barrel aging

Domaine Jean Vuillen Mondeuse Savoie, France 2009. Sustainably grown. Forest floor, black pepper, dark berries.

This alpine area east of France more commonly knowing for skiing than growing grapes are producing some excellent wines on the Jurassic limestone, black marl and pebbly topsoil. The grapes are growing on boomerang shaped string of six hillside crus. While the Vuillen family has been making wine for 36 years, they have also been supply young vines to wine growers throughout France since 1890. This Mondeuse is a single cru wine.

$32

Torres Celeste Crianza, Ribera del Duero, Spain 2007. Sustainably grown. Spice, blackberry, licorice.

The Torres family began making wine in the 17th century. They have a windmill farm just outside Barcelona that produces 60% of the winery’s energy needs for the following year. They also own a biological waste water treatment plant that purifies 1,200 cubic meters a day as well as collect rain water. This Tempranillo is grown at 3,000ft which allows the grapes to hold their acidity and impart freshness in the wine.

Torres Salmos, Priorat, Spain 2008. Sustainably grown. Jammy black fruits, lavender, minerals, hint of balsamic. The Torres family does an exceptional job representing the small singular wine growing area. Prioratis is known for its rolling black hills created by its unique terroir Ilicorella made up of black slate and quartz. This wine growing region is also a balanced mix of traditional and modern wine making styles. The Salmos blend containing Garnacha, Carinena and Syrah manages to achieve an unparalleled balance between power and elegance. It spends 16 months in new French oak.

Belle Glos Meiomi Pinot Noir. Central Coast, CA 2009. Supple, bright cherry, cola, vanilla, leather.

$56

Orin Swift “The Prisoner” 2010, Napa, CA. Zinfandel based blend, rich, ripe fruit like Ray Charles on piano.

$62

The name Meiomi was chosen as an expression of its source. The word means, “coast” in the language of the nativeWappo and Yuki tribes. This wine is crafted by coolest of the growing regions along the California coast and the optimum locations for this temperamental, early ripening varietal. Meiomi smoothly brings the best characteristics of all three appellations (Sonoma, Santa Barbara and Monterey County) into a deeply-flavored, stylish and truly balanced wine. This Napa Valley gem has great color, deep, dark garnet with a clean and bright red band. 46% Zinfandel, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Syrah, 10% Petite Syrah, 2% Charbono, 1% Grenache.

Cuvée Menu Bites Sticky Apricots Apricot halves, whipped goat cheese, ricotta fresh thyme, pecans, drizzled with honey (6.5)

Spanish Marcona Almonds Roasted and salted (6)

Recommended: Pazo Senorans Albarino

Giant Cashews Roasted and salted (6)

Olives Marinated Greek olive variety (6)

Appetizers Seasonal Salad An assortment of four roasted winter vegetables with cranberries and walnuts (6) Recommended: Pircas Negra Torrontes

“Dating Salad” Turkish dates, carrots, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic and……… fresh mint! (6) Recommended: Rhein River Riesling

Cheese Racletter A fluffy blend of baked cheeses and herbs spread over French baguette (7) Recommended: Schlumberger Pinot Blanc

Hummus Our creamy hummus served with local pita (7) Recommended: Principato Pino Grigio

Mushroom Ragout Sautéed local mushrooms in a creamy red wine sauce, served with toast (8) Recommended: Louis Latour Pinot Noir

Artichoke Dip Artichokes, spinach and a blend of Parmesan and Ricotta cheese, served warm with local pita (6) Recommended: Saintsburg Chardonnay

Brie on Croute Gooey baked French Brie in puff pastry, roasted garlic honey sauce and French baguette (12) Recommended: Vergier Chardonnay

Cheese Board Daily Market selection of four cheeses, fresh fruit, dried figs, nuts and bread (15) Larger portion also available with six different cheeses for 2 people (20) Recommended: Trefethen Dry Riesling

Charcuterie Board Daily Market selection of four cured meats, antipasti and bread (17) Recommended: Amarone della Valpolicella

Antipasti An assortment of four vegetables pickled and marinated (5.5)

Soups Sweet Potato Soup Garnished with orange-cream sauce and roasted chestnuts (6) French Onion Soup Our classic soup topped with bread and cheese (6)

Main Dishes Seasonal Salad An assortment of four roasted winter vegetables with cranberries and walnuts (10) Recommended: Pircas Negra Torrontes

Wild Mushroom Pizza Local Mushrooms, creamy feta, mozzarella, and white truffle oil on our 10” thin crust (13.50) Recommended: Renzo Masi Chianti or “Hedgehog”

Vegetarian Lasagna Baked to order with roasted vegetables, ricotta cheese in a tomato sauce (14) (Please allow 20 minutes) Also available gluten free Recommended: Arancio Cantadoro or Joseph Phelps Sauvignon Blanc

Dessert Fresh Baked Apple Tart Baked to order cinnamon apples on puff pastry with vanilla ice cream and Calvados ginger caramel sauce (6) (Please allow 15 minutes) Recommended: Höpler Beerenauslese

Crème Brulée The classic creamy and sugar topped dessert (6) Recommended: Höpler Beerenauslese

“A Shot of Mousse” Decadent chocolate mousse served in a shot glass (3) Recommended: Port, local Honey Wine

We support local, organic and sustainable farmers as much as possible. Our menu will adjust accordingly with each season. Our water glasses are recycled wine bottles Love & Gratitude ! Consuming raw or undercooked meat, seafood or egg products can increase your risk of food-borne illness.

Cuvée Happy Hour Tuesday- Sunday from 4pm-6:30pm Tamás Estates Cabernet-Sauvignon Blend (5)

$1 off all other wines

Colores del Malbec House Malbec (5)

All 12oz Beer (3)

Kenwood Chardonnay (4)

Avery IPA, Avery White Rascal Ale,

Principato Pinot Grigio (5)

New Belgium Sunshine Wheat, Stella Artois

Bites Sticky Apricots Apricot halves, whipped goat cheese, ricotta, fresh thyme, pecans, drizzled with honey (4) Olives Greek olive variety (3.5) Spanish Marcona Almonds Roasted and salted (3.5) Giant Cashews Roasted and salted (3.5) Macadamia Nuts Roasted and salted (3.5)

Appetizers Seasonal Salad Four different roasted winter vegetables, cranberries, and walnuts (4.5) “Dating Salad” Turkish dates, carrots, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic and……… fresh mint! (4) French Onion Soup Our classic soup topped with bread and cheese (4.5) Sweet Potato Soup Garnished with a chestnut and orange-cream sauce (4.5) Hummus Our creamy hummus served with local pita (4.5) Smoked Salmon Platter Locally smoked Norwegian Salmon, red onions, lemon, capers, horseradish sauce, and toast (9) Cheese Racletter A fluffy blend of baked cheeses and herbs spread over French baguette (5) Mushroom Ragout Sautéed local mushrooms in a creamy red wine sauce, served with toast (5.5) Artichoke Dip Artichokes blended with Parmesan and Ricotta cheese, served warm with local pita (5) Brie on Croute Gooey baked French Brie in puff pastry, roasted garlic honey sauce and French baguette (7.5)

Dessert “A Shot of Mousse” Decadent chocolate mousse served in a shot glass (2)

We support local, organic and sustainable farmers. Our menu will adjust accordingly with each season. Love & Gratitude !