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White Wines
Sterling "Vintner's Collection" Chardonnay
Pale straw in color, with concentrated aromas of floral fruit, honeysuckle, pineapple, green apple, soft oak, vanilla and toast followed by flavors of green apple, tropical melon, touches of mineral, baked apple and spice, caramel and French vanilla.
Mirassou "Monterey County" Chardonnay
This wine displays primary flavors of stone fruits such as peaches and nectarines with pineapples and other tropical fruits typical of a Monterey County Chardonnay. Very subtle oak influences of creamy, toasty and vanilla characters are also present, resulting in a well-balanced, medium bodied wine.
Matua Valley "Marlboro" Sauvignon Blanc
This Australian wine has distinctive aromas of gooseberry and passionfruit that dominate with hints of lime and tropical fruits. Layers of tropical fruit flavors are enhanced by the well-balanced and refreshing zingy acid and lingering seductive finish.
Murphy Goode "Sonoma County" Fume Blanc
Superior fruit and minimal handling are the keys to this wine's success. Here is a mouthful of refreshing fruit flavors -- citrus, nectarines and white peaches -- with an aromatic hint of lemongrass. A blending component of Sauvignon Musque adds floral components and rounds the wine's texture.
Château St. Jean "Sonoma County" Fume Blanc
Inviting aromas of lemon, pear and jasmine along with a touch of toasty vanilla mingle on the nose of this classic Sonoma County Chardonnay. Refreshing and balanced, the wine has a vibrant acidity with pleasing flavors of pear, pineapple and roasted almonds that lead to a clean finish.
Castello di Gabbiano "Italy" Pinot Grigio
Hillside fruit from the Tuscan estate of Gabbiano was slowly fermented to create a medium bodied wine that captures a unique combination of fragrant almond and melon aromas with a crisp mouthfeel and nutty flavors interwoven with ripe pear juicy lemon. The long finish lingers with a fresh acidity.
Stellina Di Notte Pinot Grigio
This wine offers fresh fruit flavors of golden apple, melon and kiwi accented by subtle tropical fruit notes and a hint of citrus. The finish is smooth and silky. A wonderfully versatile wine, it may be enjoyed on its own as an aperitif or paired with simple salads, fresh shellfish and light pastas.
Sterling "Vintner's Collection" Pinot Grigio
Dry and silky, this Pinot Grigio displays an intriguing melange of floral, fruit and mineral notes. The delicate fruit character -- reminiscent of pair, melon, kiwi and stone fruit -- mingles with mineral and white blossom nuances with each swirl and sip.
Château Ste. Michelle Riesling
This Riesling consistently delivers classic Washington state Riesling character of juicy peach, apricot, ripe pear, melon, with subtle mineral notes. This is an "everyday Riesling" that is a pleasure to drink and easy to match up with a variety of foods.
Martin & Weyrich Moscato Allegro
Moscato Allegro is fresh and spicy, offering exotic floral and fruit aromas reminiscent of orange blossoms, honeyed apricots and peaches. It is excellent as an aperitif, with a meal, with dessert, or all by itself.
Red Wines
Banfi Chianti "Wicker"
Banfi Chianti "Wicker"3-Liter
Chianti represents today the optimal marriage between the Chiantigiana tradition and a technical innovation. It is characterized by a red ruby color, which tends towards granite red when aged. On the nose it is intensely aromatic vinous with notes of violets.
14 Hands "Washington State" Merlot
14 Hands Merlot exhibits classic Washington aromas of blackberries and dark stone fruits. Blackberries are repeated on the palate and joined by touches of cherries and spice. While soft and luxurious in the mouth, this wine has a firm backbone of tannins.
Les Bourgeois Riverboat Red
Les Bourgeois uses the traditional European winemaking technique of blending -- combining various types of grapes to achieve the desired balance of sugar, acidity and texture. A tantalizing blend with aromas of raspberry and cherry, this chilled sweet red wine dazzles the palate with layers of ripe fruit.
Louis Martini "Sonoma County" Cabernet Sauvignon
This wine offers many layers, featuring aromas and flavors of red cherry, blackberry and fresh sage with an underlying dry creek dustiness. Subtle herbal notes are complemented by additional layers of chocolate and vanilla, resulting in an easy drinking, but complex wine.
Sterling "Vintner's Collection" Cabernet Sauvignon
Distinctive aromas of ripe blackberry, pepper, toast and hints of smoked meats are followed by subtle notes of white chocolate mint and vanilla. The palate offers concentrated black fruits, toffee and dark chocolate powder. The texture is full, rich, and soft in the mouth.
Chalone "Monterey County" Merlot
This wine is a rich, soft Merlot; full of flavor and very approachable. Fresh, spicy aromas of berry and clove are followed by luscious flavors of dark cherry, a accentuated by the soft vanilla character of the oak. Full-bodied with nicely balanced acidity, a velvety mouthfeel and medium long finish.
Trinchero "Family Selection" Merlot
This 100% Merlot is dark, rich, lush and remarkably smooth. It delivers ripe juicy red cherry and jammy currant accented with black tea and roasted jalapeno. The ripe fruit and spice carry through to a velvet-textured finish.
Bogle Petite Sirah
On the nose, luscious boysenberry teases you along with touches of black pepper and herbs. Trademark inky and jammy tones fill the mouth with ripe fruit and berries. The voluptuous finish lingers with toasty oak and lush fruit.
Edna Valley "Paragon" Pinot Noir
This Pinot Noir offers lush aromas and flavors of cherries and red berries accented by hints of caramel into lightly smoky and toasty notes. On the palate, the wine is pleasantly vicious and full with a very long finish that shows subtle characters of the earth and mint. This is a wonderfully versatile food wine.
MacMurray Ranch "Select Sonoma" Pinot Noir
This Pinot Noir possesses an expressive fruit character, exhibiting rich aromas of red, blue and black fruits of cherry, ripe blueberries and dark current. The flavors are melded together with earthy notes, balanced perfectly with the nuance of soft vanilla from the oak aging.