Wine by the glass or carafe

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1 WINE Menu

2 Wine by the glass or carafe WHITE McGuigan Glass Carafe* Black Label Chardonnay Hunter Valley, South Eastern Australia, 2011 Sweet tropical fruits & melon flavors Wine is poetry in a bottle -Clifton Fadiman Vina Maipo - Bi Varietal Vina Maipo, Chile, 2012 Rich in peaches, apples & citric notes RED McGuigan Black Label Blend Red Hunter Valley, South Eastern Australia, 2010 Flavors of plum, cherry & blackberry with long finish Vina Maipo - Bi Varietal Vina Maipo, Chile, 2011 Medium bodied, ruby red with red plum and chocolate notes *Carafe is 375ml, half bottle

3 Sauvignon Blanc Sauvignon Blanc originated in the Loire Valley of France. However, other countries for example New Zealand have taken this grape to new heights in new regions, producing racy wines with tropical fruit and gooseberry flavors. Sauvignon Blanc is usually a dry white wine with distinctive herbaceous qualities. This wine is widely available as a single varietal or as a blend with Semillon. Typically a light to medium-bodied, crisp and refreshing white wine with notable acidity, Sauvignon Blanc offers a fairly wide range of flavors. From herbal taste sensations to veggie, and from flavors of grass, hay and mineral tones to a citrus and tropical flavor mix, Sauvignon Blanc displays a very unique wine tasting adventure. Sauvignon Blanc is a very food-friendly wine and terrific for appetizers such as artichoke dip, veggie dishes or dips, garlic or Italian seasonings in creamy sauces, fragrant salads - like Greek, Caesar or Garden, Thai food, fish (sushi), poultry and the list goes on. Mar Y Sol Chile, 2011 Aromas of citrus and tropical fruits Hay Maker Marlborough, New Zealand, 2011 Lifted aromas of blackcurrant bud, guava & grapefruit Casillero del Diablo Reserva Central Valley, Chile, 2011 Peaches with hints of gooseberry and tropical fruits Vina Maipo Vitral Vina Maipo, Chile, 2011 Fresh, expressive aromas with peaches & gooseberry notes ,150 Mud House Marlborough, New Zealand, 2011 Passion-fruit aromas, grapefruit acidity & bold tropical flavors 1,450

4 Chardonnay Chardonnay, America s number one selling white wine varietal, continues to climb the production ladders to emerge as the most beloved of dry white wines in several countries. Made from green-skinned grapes, Chardonnay is a relatively low-maintenance vine that adapts well to a variety of climates. Chardonnays boast an impressive range of flavors from the expected buttered, oak influences to the fresh, fruit flavors of apple, pear, tropical, citrus and melon, leaving a lasting palate impression. Chardonnay will pair well with poultry dishes, pork, seafood or recipes that have a heavy cream or butter base. Also consider pairing the fresh flavor profile of a unoaked Chardonnay with guacamole, garlic, salads, grilled shrimp or even curry dishes. McGuigan - Black Label Hunter Valley, South Eastern Australia, 2011 Sweet tropical fruits and melon flavours McGuigan - Private Bin Hunter Valley, South Eastern Australia, 2011 Aromas of peach and light honey, tropical fruit & melon notes Banrock Station Riverland, South Australia, 2012 Aromas of citrus, peach and tropical fruit hints Casillero del Diablo Reserva Casablanca Valley, Chile, 2011 Medium bodied wine, fresh & frugal, with pineapple, citrus & peach notes Famille Castel Grande Reserve Pays d Oc, France, 2010 Peter Vella E&J Gallo, California, US, 2011 Refreshing, fruity style and green apple & pear notes 490 Mango & Pineapple with subtle vanilla finish Gran Reserva Serie Riberas Rapel Valley, Chile, 2010 Tropical fruits and hazelnut on the nose, light acidity taste 1,900

5 Pinot Grigio Bi-Varietals / Blends A popular white wine is produced from the Pinot Grigio or Pinot Gris grape varietal. A light, crisp white wine that is intended to be consumed early on. Pinot Grigio flavors can range from melon to pear and some even offer a subtle tropical or citrus fruit, often there is a honey or smoky flavor component as well. Pinot Grigio pairs nicely with seafood, light pastas and cheese cracker combinations. Since this wine is fairly acidic itself, avoid pairing with foods that have high acid contents, like citrus fruits or tomato-based recipes. Banrock Station Semi Sweet Moscato Riverland, South Australia, 2012 Grapefruit & lemon notes, pineapple flavors on the palate Vina Maipo Bi Varietal Vina Maipo, Chile, 2012 Rich in peaches, apples & citric notes Monsoon Valley Colombard Hua Hin Hills, Thailand, 2012 Green apple, floral & gooseberry notes, fresh & crispy finish Monsoon Valley Chenin Blanc Medium Sweet Hua Hin Hills, Thailand, 2012 Honey, peach & apricot aromas, crisp acidic finish 850 Gallo Family Vineyards 850 Monsoon Valley Cuvée de 3,500 E&J Gallo, California, US, 2011 Siam Blanc Fresh green apple, white peach and citrus Hua Hin Hills, Thailand, 2010 Aromas of honeysuckle, limestone, fresh almonds & apples

6 Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon The majority of rosé wines are made from a red grape varietal. Traditionally, the skins of a red grape are allowed to have brief contact with the grape juice. The shorter the contact time with the skins, the lighter the wine s color will be. The flavors of rosé wines tends to be more subtle versions of their red wine varietal counterparts. The fruit expectations lean towards strawberry, cherry, and raspberry with some citrus and watermelon presenting on a regular basis. When to Drink Pink? Rosés are perfect for spring and summer, as they are served chilled and can be a refreshing accompaniment to a variety of warm weather fare. Rosé wines also top the charts for food-friendly versatility. It s a great picnic wine, partnering with ham, chicken or roast beef sandwich, along with a fruit. Rosés are also the perfect guest for a barbecue or French fries & ketchup with ease. Peter Vella Fruity Rosé E&J Gallo, California, US, 2011 Red berry flavors with caramel & vanilla 490 Often referred to as the King of Red Wine Grapes, originally from Bordeaux, it has the privilege of being the world s most sought after red wine. Cabernet Sauvignon grapes tend to favor warmer climates and are often an ideal wine for aging. Cabs range from medium-bodied to full-bodied and are characterized by their high tannin content which serves to provide structure and intrigue while supporting the rich fruit characteristics. The flavor profile includes plum, cherry, blackberry, blueberry, warm spice, vanilla, tobacco and sometimes leather aromas and or flavors. Red meats, flavorful and heartier (red) pastas, lamb, strong-flavored cheese, and chocolates (especially dark). Casillero del Diablo Reserva Concha Y Toro, Chile, 2011 Medium bodied with aromas of chocolate, dark plums & berries Monsoon Valley White Shiraz 800 Gran Reserva Serie Riberas 1,900 Hua Hin Hills, Thailand, 2011 Concha Y Toro, Chile, 2010 Seaweed, citrus & strawberry aromas Fresh and vibrant blackberry & plum aromas with oak finish Famille Castel Reserve de France Syrah Rosé Pays D Or, France, 2011 Red berry fruit aromas with citrus & hint of pear drops 900 Tempus Two - Pewter Coonawarra, South Australia, 2010 Cassis, plum & liquorice aromas, with blackcurrant & mint notes 2.500

7 Merlot The classic Merlot grape originated from the Bordeaux region of France. It typically produces a soft, mediumbodied red wine with juicy fruit flavors. Mar Y Sol Selection Chile, 2011 Fruity with soft tannins, medium bodied with a hint of chocolate 490 A range of fresh flavors such as plums, cherries, blueberries and blackberries mixed with cocoa and black pepper tones, often dominate this type of red wine. The tannin levels are typically lower than say a Cab and the fruit flavors are typically forward - making this a prime wine candidate for consumers just getting into red wines. Fairly versatile when it comes to food pairing options. Poultry, red meat, pork, pastas, salads - Merlot can handle them all well. Banrock Station Riverland, South Australia, 2012 Medium bodied with ripe fruits, plum nuances & hints of red cherries Famille Castel Reserve de France Pays D Or, France, 2011 Plums and blackberry with light spicy and toasted nuts finish Hay Maker Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, 2011 Medium bodied with plum and cherries flavors 1,000 Famille Castel Bordeaux AOC, France, 2011 Intense red with black & fresh fruits and a hint of menthol 1,300

8 Pinot Noir Pinot Noir may be the toughest grape to grow, but the effort is often well worth the constant care and investment. As for style, Pinot Noir is typically a lightermedium bodied, fruit-forward red wine. Pinot Noir can be among the most elegant wines coming from regions around the world including: France, California, New Zealand, Australia & Chile. Pinot Noir is a dry, red wine that typically exhibits fruitforward character with strawberry, cherry, raspberry and blackberry fruit taking the cake for palate presence. Warm spice notes also make their way into the Pinot Noir palate profile, often in the form of cinnamon, clove and smoky, tobacco nuances. Gallo Family Vineyards E&J Gallo, California, US, 2009 Medium bodied with aromas of cherry and sweet fruit flavors Casillero del Diablo - Reserva Concha Y Toro, Chile, 2011 Medium bodied with complex aromas of strawberries & raspberries 850 Pinot Noir is well-suited to pair with a wide variety of dishes, classic cuisines and traditional foodie favorites. Perfect Pinot pairings include pork and poultry, beef and bacon, cheese and chocolate, fish, lamb, mushrooms, fresh herbs, and wild game. Pinot Noir plays well with creamy sauces, spicy seasonings and is considered by many to be one of the world s most versatile food wines. Mud House Central Otago, New Zealand, 2010 Deep red fruit notes with hints of spice, flavors of cherry & currants 1,650

9 Syrah / Shiraz You say Shiraz, I say Syrah - it s the same grape none-the-less. In France it is known and grown as Syrah, however in Australia and South Africa it goes by Shiraz. The grape gives it a deep-purple color and is produced as medium to full-bodied wines. Monsoon Valley Hua Hin Hills, Thailand, 2012 Aromas of plum, cherry, mocha with fruity long finish 800 Shiraz wines display firm tannins, a medium to full body, and the rich round flavors of black cherry, blackberry, plum, bell pepper, black pepper, clove, licorice, dark chocolate and smoked meat. Banrock Station Riverland, South Australia, 2012 Raspberry & sweet plum aromas with hints of spices & vanilla oak 900 Shiraz is great for grilled meats or veggies, wild game, richly flavored red meats, beef stew & meat lover s pizza. Famille Castel Grande Reserve Pays D Or, France, 2011 Deep red with violet highlights, jammy fruits & hints of spice 1,150 Peter Vella 470 Vina Maipo Vitral 1,150 E&J Gallo, California, US, 2011 Vina Maipo, Chile, 2011 Fresh character with aromas of blackberries, cassis, pepper & coffee Cherry & blackcurrant aromas, chocolate flavors, light acidic finish McGuigan - Private Bin 800 Tempus Two - Pewter 2,500 Hunter Valley, South Eastern Australia, 2011 Full bodied with dark cherries and plum flavors & aromas Barossa Valley, Australia, 2010 Cherry & blackcurrant aromas, chocolate flavors, light acidic finish

10 Premim Varietals /Blends Bi-Varietals / Blends Vina Maipo Bi Varietal Syrah / Cab Sauv. 700 Chateau Meyre Haut Medoc AOC, France, 2006 Rich with dark ripe fruit and vanilla aromas & jammy flavors Vina Maipo, Chile, 2011 Medium bodied, ruby red with red plum and chocolate notes Monsoon Valley cuvée de Siam McGuigan - Black Label Blend Red 2, ,500 (Shiraz / Sangiovese, 750ml) Hua Hin Hills, Thailand, 2008 Rich long finish with cherry, chocolate, licorice & Asian spice aromas Hunter Valley, South Eastern Australia, 2010 Optima De Chateau Meyre Flavors of plum, cherry & blackberry with long finish 4,050 Haut Medoc (Cru Bourgeois), France, 2004 Casillero del Diablo Reserva Carmenere Cumin spice & ripe red fruit aromas, full bodied with fresh fruit finish Concha Y Toro, Chile, 2010 Monsoon Valley cuvée de Siam Soft fruity dark plums & spice with hints of chocolate & coffee (Shiraz / Sangiovese, 1,500ml) Hua Hin Hills, Thailand, ,500 Rich long finish with cherry, chocolate, licorice & Asian spice aromas L Enclos Gallen 8,800 AOC Margaux, France, 2004 Young wine with aromas of oak, cassis & cherry with peppery finish

11 Sparkling Wine What a difference a few bubbles make! Sparkling wine starts out as still wine and then undergoes a second fermentation. More carbon dioxide is formed but this time; it s captured and not allowed to escape. There are many sparkling wines: Cava (from Spain); Prosecco and Asti (from Italy); blanc de noir (from the Pinot Noir grape); blanc de blancs (from the Chardonnay grape) and, the most famous, Champagne. Champagne Come quickly, I am tasting stars, Dom Perignon s famous quote after his first taste of Champagne, and a fairly apt description of what a good Champagne wine experience should offer. Fresco Sparkling Peach 300 Nicolas Feuillatte 4,900 Fresco Sparkling Moscato 300 Brut Reserve Champagne, France Nicolas Feuillatte 5,900 Mc Guigan - B.L Sparkling Chardonnay Brut Rosé Champagne, France Hunter Valley, South Eastern Australia Nicolas Feuillatte 9,900 Full bodied with toasty peach & vanilla spice flavors sparkling Brut Magnum (1,500ml) Champagne, France Casillero Del Diablo Sparkling Chardonnay 1,300 Armand de Brignac Brut Gold Champagne, France 20,900 Concha Y Toro, Chile Medium bodied with citrus fruits, green apple notes and long finish Armand de Brignac Brut Rosé Champagne, France 29,900 Monsoon Valley Brut 1,900 Armand de Brignac 29,900 Blanc de Blancs (Chenin Blanc & Colombard) Hua Hin Hills, Thailand Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne, France Brioche, walnuts, pineapple aromas, with balanced acidity

12 Dessert Wine Sweet wines, there seems to be a love-hate phenomenon that encircles the camp of sweet or dessert wines. If sweet wines are your preference let us introduce you to new local dessert wines from Thailand to accompany your favorite dessert. Monsoon Valley Muscat 1,200 (Fortified Wine, 375ml) Hua Hin Hills, Thailand, 2011 Cherry blossom & rose petals aroma with velvet smooth finish Monsoon Valley Chenin Blanc 1,200 (Late Harvest, 375ml) Hua Hin Hills, Thailand, 2012 Dried fruit, nuts & peach aromas, creamy acidic finish Monsoon Valley White Trio 1,200 (Med Dry, Kabinett Style, 375ml) Hua Hin Hills, Thailand, 2011 Medium bodied with rose petal, honey, pineapple & passion-fruit aromas