Aromas of grilled figs, black plums, and a touch of menthol and herbs. Full flavors of ripe, juicy black fruit and black pepper linger on the palate. This wine achieves a wonderful balance of bright acidity and the tiniest touch of sweetness, all with silky smooth tannins.
Primary White Wine
d’Arenberg 2013 The Hermit Crab
Australia > McLaren Vale
Grapes: Viognier 64%, Marsanne 36%
Alcohol: 13.0%
The nose displays an enticing mix of white stonefruits and sweet pineapple with a hint of ginger. The palate is luscious with nectarine and peach and a twist of candied citrus rind. These sweet flavors evolve into more savory flavors of raw almonds and spice.
Secondary Red Wine
Lava Cap 2011 Red Blend
California > El Dorado County
Grapes: Cabernet w/ Sangiovese, Merlot & Barbera
Alcohol: 14.7%
Opens with aromas of dark cherry, blackberry and a hint of bay leaf. Layers of spicy oak frame a generous, plush and juicy mid-palate. Red fruit flavors linger into a toasty vanilla finish.
In the 18th century, the producers of the Carmignano region developed a tradition of blending Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon, long before the practice became popularized by the “Super Tuscan” of the late 20th century. Combines Sangioveseʼs lush red cherry fruit and fresh acidity with Cabernet Sauvignonʼs structure and backbone.
Primary White Wine
Villa dei Pavoni 2013 Pinot Grigio
Italy > Veneto
Grapes: Pinot Grigio
Alcohol: 12.0%
Light golden in color this Pinot Grigio exhibits characteristics true to its varietal and terroir. The orange blossom and apple on the nose is followed by clean lemony citrus and unripe pear on the palate. With medium body and crisp acidity.
Enjoy alone or pair with oysters, prawns, scampi or dishes with chicken.
Named for the Greek god of war, this red blend comes from the “heel of the boot” in Italy (Puglia) has an intense ruby red color. Youʼll find red fruits and black cherry on the nose and palate. Spends 6 months in large Slavonian oak casks.
Jason Stephens 2010 Merlot
d’Arenberg 2013 The Hermit Crab
Lava Cap 2011 Red Blend
Le Farnete 2012 Tuscan Red Blend
Villa dei Pavoni 2013 Pinot Grigio
Masseria Surani 2012 Ares – Rosso Puglia