The nose is full of beautiful florals, tinged with green grass and a hint of salinity. Green apple, orange and white flowers dominate the palate, with a zippy acidity rounding out the finish
Glass$13.00
Bottle$49.00
Pinot Blanc, Paul Blanck, Alsace, France, 2011
Fresh and juicy, with a mix of green pear, candied lemon zest, stone and almond flavors, that give way to a clean, lingering finish
This silky Monterey Pinot Noir exhibits flavors of red berries, warm spice and an earthy, mineral characteristics that is a reflection of this cool climate region
Glass$13.00
Bottle$49.00
Pinot Noir, Small Vines, Russian River Valley, 2006
Aromas of cranberry, red cherry give way to an elegant and balanced wine with supple tannins accompanied by layers of berries and plums
Bottle$80.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Matua Valley, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2012
The palate is generous and fruit driven with classic Marlborough acidity giving a fresh, clean palate and passion fruit finish with a hint of lime
Glass$10.00
Bottle$40.00
Wine by the Glass
Sparkling
Segura Viudas, Brut Reserva, Cava, Spain
Glass$8.00
Bottle$32.00
Ruffino, Prosecco, Italy
Glass$9.00
Bottle$36.00
White
Chardonnay, Emma Pearl, Central Coast, California, 2011
Glass$13.00
Bottle$49.00
Chardonnay, Mas de la Source, Languedoc, France, 2010
Glass$9.00
Bottle$38.00
Chardonnay, Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River Valley, California, 2010
Glass$15.00
Bottle$55.00
Chenin Blanc and Viognier, Pine Ridge, California, 2011
Glass$9.00
Bottle$36.00
Fume Blanc, Ferrari-Carano, Sonoma County, California, 2011
Glass$9.00
Bottle$36.00
Grüner Veltliner, Darcie Kent, Monterey County, California, 2010
Glass$9.00
Bottle$36.00
Pinot Grigio, Benvolio, Friuli, Italy, 2010
Glass$9.00
Bottle$36.00
Riesling, Blüfeld, Mosel, Germany, 2010
Glass$8.00
Bottle$32.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Domaine La Chaise, Loire, Touraine, France, 2011
Glass$13.00
Bottle$49.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Simply Naked, New Zealand, 2011
Glass$9.00
Bottle$36.00
Verdejo, Egeo, Rueda, Spain, 2011
Glass$9.00
Bottle$36.00
White Zinfandel and Rose
White Zinfandel, Beringer, Napa Valley, California, 2010
Glass$8.00
Bottle$32.00
Cabernet Rose, Mulderbosh, Stellenbosch, South Africa, 2011
Glass$9.00
Bottle$40.00
Red
Cabernet Sauvignon, Stix, Alexander Valley, California, 2009
Glass$13.00
Bottle$49.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Stone Cellars, Napa Valley, California
Glass$9.00
Bottle$36.00
Granacha, Acentor, Calatayud, Spain, 2011
Glass$9.00
Bottle$36.00
Malbec, Tierra De Antes, Mendoza, Argentina, 2011
Glass$9.00
Bottle$36.00
Merlot, Concannon, Central Coast, California, 2010
Glass$8.00
Bottle$32.00
Pinot Noir, Opalia, Languedoc, France, 2010
Glass$9.00
Bottle$36.00
Pinot Noir, Etude, "Lyric", Santa Barbara County, California
Glass$16.00
Bottle$65.00
Wine by the Bottle
Interesting Whites
Pinot Gris, Domaines Schlumberger,"Les Princes Abbés", Alsace, France, 2011
$65.00
Nose displays delicate quince, white flesh fruits, and liquor ice, with added smokiness
Pinot Grigio, Santa Margherita, Valdobbiadene, Italy, 2012
$68.00
Clean, intense aroma and dry flavor with pleasant golden apple aftertaste; it's crisp and elegant
Sauvignon Blanc, Chateau Ste. Michelle, "Horse Heaven Vineyard", Columbia Valley Washington, 2012
$45.00
This pale yellow Sauvignon Blanc opens with a mild grapefruit bouquet with hints of lime and melon
Riesling, Chateau Ste. Michelle, "Cold Creek Vineyards", Columbia Valley, Washington, 2012
$45.00
Flavors of ripe peach and juicy pear with subtle mineral notes
Chardonnay
Kim Crawford, Unoaked Chardonnay, Marlboro, New Zealand, 2012
$60.00
White peach, grapefruit and melon with a hint of pineapple flavors
Cakebread Cellars, Napa Valley, California, 2012
$95.00
Complex aromas of lemon, lime, pear, yellow apple, honeydew melon, and with flavors of apple, pear, and citrus
Far Niente, Napa Valley, California, 2012
$125.00
Melon and fig, layered with spice, stone, hazelnuts and almondsand earth
Sparkling & Champagne
"Made by G',Domaine Des Nugues, Red Sparkling Gamay, Beaujolais, France NV
$65.00
Dark Red Sparkling Wine, 100 % Gamay. Fresh fruity nose, fresh grape aromas, pleasant and fruity in the mouth
Nicolas Feuillatte, Brut Réserve, Champagne, France, NV
$95.00
Floral aromas of fruit with subtle predominance of white fruits: pear, apple, almonds and hazelnuts
Veuve Clicquot, Ponsardin Brut, Champagne, France, NV
$110.00
almond croissant and suggestions of Calvados, fuller-bodied style, Creamy and nutty
Interesting Reds
Petite Syrah, McNab Ridge, Mendocino County, California 2011
$55.00
Aromas of mulberries, blackberries and dark plum with hints of peppery rich spice, velvety smooth and luscious
Pinot Noir
Witness Tree,"Chain Saw", Willamette Valley, Oregon 2012
$80.00
Ripe strawberries, black cherries, along with subtle notes of currant are accentuated
Truchard, Carneros, California 2009
$60.00
Rich aromas of black cherry, cranberry and strawberry. with flavors of Plum, rhubarb and sweet vanilla
Steele "Writers Block", Mendocino County, California, 2009
$95.00
Aromas and flavors of berry and cherry with a nutmeg and cinnamon, full-bodied, long finish
Francis Coppola. "Director's Cut", Sonoma Coast, California, 2008
$60.00
Plush, silky texture, which accentuates the tantalizing flavor of crushed cranberries, red cherry, strawberry
Meritage
Ridge, Three Valleys, Sonoma County, 2011
$80.00
Zinfandel determines the wine's varietal character; old-vine carignane contributes bright fruit and acidity; petite sirah spice, depth of color, and firm tannins; grenache brings briary fruit and lively tannins
Zinfandel
Old Vines Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley, California, 2010
$75.00
Bright Cherry, Black pepper, Black Raspberry fruits with exotic spices and brambley fruits
Merlot
Ravenswood, Central Coast, California, 2012
$55.00
Hints of black cherry, blackberries and cedar are followed by nuances of coco
Starmont, Carneros, California, 2012
$88.00
Hints of black cherry, blackberries and cedar are followed by nuances of coco
Rutherford Hill, Napa Valley, California, 2009
$70.00
Dark cherries, rich chocolate and a hint of oaky sweetness abound in this merlot
Freemark Abbey, Napa Valley, California, 2010
$80.00
Aromas of cherry, plums, slight juniper berry and forest floor
Cabernet Sauvignon/ Meritage
Robert Mondavi, Napa Valley, California, 2010
$85.00
Blackberry and graphite on the nose; crunchy and young with flavors of crushed black fruits
Jordan, Alexander, Cabernet, Valley, California, 2009
$125.00
Bouquet offers notes of cassis, black cherry, and cocoa with flavors of oak that lead to violet
Faust, Cabernet, Valley, California, 2011
$135.00
Bouquet offers notes of cassis, black cherry, and cocoa with flavors of oak that lead to violet
Main
Smoked Trout
$11.00
spicy aubergine salsa and crostini
Classic Hummus
$10.00
grilled pita, olives and olive oil
Tuna Tartar
$13.00
ginger seaweed salad and wasabi caviar
Argentinean Chimichurri Beef Kabobs
$12.00
green peppers, white onion and chimichurri sauce
Shrimp Cocktail
$4.50
jumbo shrimp and tangy cocktail sauce
Tuna Tartar Tacos
$9.00
crispy wonton, chipotle aioli and jalapeno
Oysters Rockefeller
$16.00
creamy spinach, garlic and parmesan
Fried Calamari
$13.00
grilled lemon, black olives and spicy marinara
Top Neck Clams
(each)$1.50
Little Neck Clams
(each)$1.25
Steamed Shellfish Sampler
$16.00
chesapeake oyster, top neck clams, steamed mussels
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