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The
Oyster Challenge
Every
year the world of wines re-engages the great challenge: Who makes
the best wine for oysters? Classics, such as Champagne and Chablis
come to mind, and the herbaceous wines always make a strong argument. |
MARKET
SELECTION OF HALF DOZEN OYSTERS
on the half shell with fennel seed mignonette |
$12.00
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GLASS:
Manzanilla, Hidalgo, ‘La Gitana’ SANLUCAR
Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc, Private Bin 1999 NEW ZEALAND
Frankland Estate Riesling 1998 AUSTRALIA
Laurent Perrier, NV Brut CHAMPAGNE |
$7.00
$8.50
$10.00
$12.00
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1/2
BTL'S:
Riesling, Paul Blanck 1998 ALSACE
Sancerre, Pascal Jolivet 1999 LOIRE
Chablis, ‘Montee de Tonerre’, Vocoret 1998 BURGUNDY |
$15.00
$20.00
$24.00
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BEER:
Chimay Grande Reserve, Trappist Ale, 750ML BELGIUM |
$16.00
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THREE TIER TASTINGS
The Sherry Tier
The Chardonnay Tier
The Grenache Tier
Selection of Cheeses for Sauvignon Blanc
Tier of Sweets
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| An
hors d’oeuvres-style tasting of charcuterie-style snacks, cheeses
and dessert selections paired with a seasonal wine suggestion. All
tiers are recommended for two people and each dish is also available
à la carte. For Autumn we highlight Sherry, Chardonnay, Grenache
and Sauvignon Blanc. |
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The Sherry Tier
$18.00
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Sherry
remains one of the world’s most under-appreciated wines, but
is certainly a triumphant choice to serve with food. These fortified
wines from the southern tip of Spain represent great value and perform
beautifully where still wines are often unwelcome. The selections
listed here are dry styles, featuring the ‘Almacenista’
line of individual barrel productions from the Lustau firm. (As
an alternative, consider ordering a Riesling from the Wine List.)
SALMON GRAVLAX with Radish Sprouts and Blinis
MINESTRONE SOUP with Cranberry Beans and Tubetti Pasta
RABBIT RILLETTE TOASTS with Cornichons |
GLASS:
Manzanilla, Hidalgo, ‘LA GITANA’
Manzanilla Amontillado, Lustau, MANUEL JURADO
Amontillado, Lustau, JUAN LUIS GONZALEZ OBREGON
Palo Cortado, Lustau, VIDES
Oloroso, Lustau, JUAN GARCIA JARANA |
$7.00
$8.00
$8.00
$8.00
$8.00
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The Chardonnay Tier
$20.00
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Chardonnay,
as it occurs in its most popular forms, often produces a wine that
is best enjoyed on its own. While there are exceptional food-worthy
styles of the varietal, this tier caters to all kinds of Chardonnay
by focusing on some of those few flavors and foods that showcase
the best elements of the wine.
(Alternatives to these suggestions are best discovered in the Full
& Rich section of the Wine List.)
PARSLEY ROOT FLAN with Roasted Squash and Chestnuts
TAYLOR BAY SCALLOPS with Citrus Salad and Cilantro
CHIVE POTATO CROQUETTES with Caviar and Crème Fraiche |
GLASS:
Bourgogne Blanc, Domaine Cordier 1998 BURGUNDY
Chardonnay, Talley, ‘Estate’ 1998 ARROYO GRANDE |
$10.00
$13.00
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1/2
BTL'S:
Chardonnay, Calera 1998 CENTRAL COAST
Chardonnay, Vine Cliff 1998 NAPA
Chablis, ‘Bougros’, Brocard 1997 BURGUNDY
Corton Charlemagne, Louis Latour 1997 BURGUNDY
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$22.00
$38.00
$40.00
$82.00
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The Grenache Tier
$21.00
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There
are few wines that represent a better introduction to Autumn than
productions made with Grenache. This varietal is almost always used
as a blending grape to impart spice, fleshiness, and woodland flavors
to the completed wine. Look for the dark fruit to reveal itself
with heartier food.
(Review the Robust & Spicy section of the Wine List for further
options.)
WILD MUSHROOMS with Shiitakes, Enokis and Oysters
SKEWERED CHORIZO SAUSAGE with Broccoli Rabe
GRILLED BABY LAMB CHOPS with Green Goddess Dressing |
GLASS:
Cotes du Rhone, Domaine Grand Veneur 1998 RHONE |
$7.00
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1/2
BTL'S:
Bandol Rouge, Chateau de Pibarnon 1998 BANDOL
Cigare Volant, Bonny Doon 1997 CALIFORNIA
Chateauneuf du Pape, Vieux Telegraphe 1998 RHONE
Chateauneuf du Pape, Chateau Beaucastel 1996 RHONE |
$25.00
$27.00
$35.00
$52.00
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Selection of Cheeses for Sauvignon Blanc
$14.00
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selection of European mountain cheeses showcases the use of specific
pastures at high altitudes, whereby the inherent qualities of the
region shine through in the final product. Sauvignon Blanc based
wines are a clever foil to the richness of cheese, with their bright
acidity and herbaceous notes. |
GLASS:
Sauvignon Blanc, Villa Maria 1999 NEW ZEALAND
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$8.00
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1/2
BTL'S:
Sauvignon Blanc, Morgan 1999 MONTEREY
Sancerre, Pascal Jolivet 1999 LOIRE |
$17.00
$20.00
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FULL
BTL'S:
Sauvignon Blanc, Rancho Sisquoc 1998 SANTA MARIA
Chateau de Fieuzal Blanc 1989 GRAVES |
$30.00
$75.00
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Tier of Sweets
$12.00
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BITTERSWEET
CHOCOLATE BROWNIES
VERBENA INFUSED CRÉME BRULEE with Almond Lace Cookie
ASSORTED COOKIES AND TEA CAKES |
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GLASS:
Lustau Pedro Ximenez Sherry SAN EMILIO
Blandys Rich Malmsey Madeira 15 YEAR |
$7.00
$10.00
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| sorbet
flavors |
$8.00
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