MOET&CHANDON WHITE STAR, EXTRA DRY

This is a balanced blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier grapes; offers semi-sweet and mature aromas and flavors of white fruits and nuts, with a clean, crisp, and refreshing finish. White Star complements fresh Maine lobster, seafood, oysters, or crab. It is America's largest selling Champagne!

88 Points- Wine Spectator.

$44.99

VEUVE CLICQUOT, BRUT, YELLOW LABEL

From one of the oldest champagne houses in France; predominately Pinot Noir grapes; crisp, smooth, full bodied; with almond, citrus, ginger, and toast flavors.

88 Points- Wine Spectator ~ 90 Points- Wine & Spirits ~ 87 Points- Wine Enthusiast.

$59.99

DOM PERIGNON BRUT, MOET& CHANDON (1998)

This firmly structured Champagne has intense aromas and flavors of tropical fruit, berry, and citrus, fine woven texture, leading to an aftertaste of dried fruit. It was the monk, Dom Perignon, who is credited with discovering the process to make Champagne.

92 Points- Robert Parker ~ 91 Points- Wine Enthusiast ~ 90 Points- Wine Spectator.

$149.99

PROSECCO DI CONEGLIANO, CANELLA EXTRA DRY NV

This sparkling wine from Veneto has fresh and fragrant aromas and flavors of zesty apple, white peach, and melon leading to the long and fruity finish. Quite a tasty sparkler and the quality is obvious!

89 Points- Wine Enthusiast "Best Buy", again!

$19.99 (Picnic Selection)

White Wines

CHARDONNAY, SONOMA-CUTRER RUSSIAN RIVER RANCHES (2004)

Deeply aromatic and enticing, the 2004 Russian River Ranches exhibits aromas of orange blossoms, pineapple and grapefruit. The entry is round and succulent, highlighted by ripe pear, honey, apple, and complemented by subtle hazelnut notes.

$26.89

PINOT GRIGIO, BORTOLUZZI FRIULI (2004)

Giovanni Bortoluzzi has thirty-seven years of expertise making wine from 75 acres in Friuli. Together with sons Alessio and Alberto, they craft this great Pinot Grigio, which exudes fresh and lush fruit flavors of pear, apple, citrus, has a buttery texture, and sees no oak aging.

87 Points- Wine Enthusiast

$20.99 (Picnic Selection)

JADOT POUILLY FUISSE (2004)

The average annual production of Pouilly-Fuisse is approximately 45,000 hectolitres, or about 500,000 cases, most of which is controlled by the appellation's cooperative at Chaintre; the smaller, independent growers typically produce wines of greater character and complexity, yet these are very rarely bottled by the grower himself. Maison Louis Jadot has long maintained agreements with several growers exclusively in the communes of Pouilly and Fuisse, and many years ago began delivering oak casks to these proprietors so that they could set off the fermentation of their musts in these casks. Blended with other wines fermented in inert materials, the oak-fermented wines create a Pouilly-Fuisse particularly complex in its flavor spectrum, with greater fullness and structure than is usually found in wines of this appellation.

$29.99

Red Wines

CABERNET SAUVIGNON, HELLER ESTATE CACHAGUA (2002)

The 120 acres of vineyards are certified 100% organic. Neither herbicides nor pesticides are used in the production of the grapes. This certification was granted after three vintages of clean farming, although the vineyards have always employed organic methods throughout the years. The label, "Dances on Your Palate", has received acclaim throughout America and Europe. This label was inspired by the 15 foot high, bronze sculpture by Toby Heller, overlooking the vineyards. The label was designed by Toby Heller and Michael Bolton. This blend of 78% Cabernet & 22% Merlot has aromas of bright cherry, with hints of toasty oak and cocoa. Look for beautiful, round herbal notes as nose opens; beautiful Bordeaux blend that shows earth, cherry, blackberry, and herb flavors; good backbone of tannins and bright acidity carry through into a balanced, lengthy finish.

$26.99

MERLOT, CLOS LACHANCE CENTRAL COAST (2003)

The majority of the fruit for the 2002 Central Coast "Violet-Crowned" Merlot comes from Arciero Vineyard (from the EOS Estate) in the Paso Robles appellation. The weather in the region is excellent for growing wine grapes. Aromas of ripe red plum, jammy raspberry, and smoke lead to rich red and black cherry and spice flavors extending to the mid-palate.   

$19.99 (Picnic Selection)

PINOT NOIR, BYRON SANTA MARIA VALLEY (2004)

Spicy and very smooth, with good intensity of cola, cherry, cranberry, and herbal flavors, finishing with a complex aftertaste; this is a great wine offering a lot of pleasure.

91 Points- Connoisseurs' Guide.

$29.99

SHIRAZ, GRANT BURGE BAROSSA VALLEY (2003)

Grant Burge is a fifth generation winemaker absolutely committed to the Barossa Valley. He strongly believes that fine wines are born in the vineyard and that vineyards are the cradle of wine quality. With this in mind, he has developed one of the most extensive networks of premium quality vineyards in Australia strategically positioned in the Barossa. The 2003 Barossa Vines Shiraz displays vibrant aromas of black pepper, spice and raspberry. On the palate the raspberry and cherry characters come to the fore delivering a wine that is soft and generous. A terrific everyday drinking wine made from 100%Barossa Valley fruit, this Shiraz is an ideal accompaniment to a large range of foods including heavy steaks, casseroles, and hearty fish and chicken dishes.

87 Points- Wine Spectator "Best Values".

$18.99 (Picnic Selection)