Cabernet Sauvignon
A deep red, full-bodied wine, with complex flavors reminiscent of cherries, chocolate, black currants, mint, and cedar. The most complex red. Good with roasts and full flavored meat dishes.

10. Rubicon, Niebaum-Coppola      1997                         $195
Sleek and sophisticated, rich and sharply focused,
loaded with complex, concentrated currant, black cherry,
mocha, toasty oak and chocolaty flavors.
Finishes with thick, well-integrated tannins.
Wine Spectator 95

2. Merryvale Profile, Napa    1997                                    $189
Massive, with wonderful richness, depth and concentration.
Has layers of complex currant, black cherry, plum, vanilla
and blackberry and a long, detailed firmly tannic finish.
Wine Spectator 97  Highly Recommended
Wine Spectator rated #8 best wine in the World 2000

5.  Pine Ridge,  Stags Leap District   1999                       $169
A tour de force.  Deliciously rich and complex, with layers of
juicy plum, black cherry, currant and wild cherry, it fairly
gushes with fruit on the finish.
Wine Spectator 94  Cellar Selection

3. Heitz, Napa                           1997                         $139
Deftly balanced with pretty cherry and blackberry flavors.
A big but gentle Cabernet.
Wine Spectator 90

4. Frog's Leap, Napa Valley   2000                              $88
Plump, ripe and juicy, with pretty black cherry, berry, currant
and spice framed by light , cedary oak.  A nice cabernet, with
mild, integrated tannins

8. Merryvale, Napa Valley  2000                                       $57
Has a lot going for it.  Smooth, ripe and polished, with tiers of plumb,
black cherry, currant and wild berry.  Holds its focus on the long
complex Finish.

19.  Liberty School, Paso Robles   2000                            $36
The aromatic complexity is very engaging: blackberry brambles,
layered with cedar, menthol and clove.  This wine is approachable,
balanced and elegant.  Winemaker Chris Phelps.

12. Pedroncelli, Sonoma        1998                                    $33
Firm and dense, with black cherry and mineral flavors.
Tannins are large on the finish.

22. Trefethen-Eschol, Napa     1999                                  $28
Dark, dense and intense, with a tightly wound core of
black cherry, currant, cedar and spice, picking up
traces of oak and cedar on the finish.

1. Steltzner-Claret, Napa     2000                                        $39
Originally a term used by the British to describe the
Cabernet based wines of Bordeaux.  Deep, rich and velvety
with a hint of sweet black currant flavors.

7. Arcata, California    2000                                              $25
Produced from finest central coast fruit.  Well balanced,
rich and robust, with a lasting finish.

                                   Magnum 1.5 L

60. Alexander Valley, Napa         1995                               $68
Ripe and jucy, with pretty, complex black cherry, plum, wild berry,
and tea flavors.  Finishes with supple, intregrated tannins.

Merlot
A soft, medium-bodied, dark-red wine, with flavors echoing berry, plum, chocolate, cherry and vanilla. Good with stews, roasts and hearty pasta dishes.

25. Cypress, San Jose  2000                                                $25
Features aromas of ripe plums and currents with a
spicy bouquet of mint chocolate and toasted oak.

26. Alexander Valley, Sonoma County 2000                      $46
Ripe and spicy, showing plum, blackberry, cherry and cedary oak flavors
before the tannins.

18. Duckhorn, Napa 1999                                                        $95
An enticing mix og fruit and toasty oak, this is a complex,
rich and elegant wine, with well-focused currant, spice
and black cherry.

15. Concannon, Central Coast  2000                                 $26
Cherry and deep blackberry flavors with a soft clean finish
                                                                                  

Red Meritage
Meritage is the name given by some top California producers to denote a wine crafted more    in the style of the French Bordeaux wines using a variety of traditional grape varieties and methods.

9. Dry Creek Vineyard, Sonoma 1999                            $58
Mint, currants, licorice, smoke and blackberries characterize the aroma.  It's a big
deep drink, fairly tannic, with ripe, sweet berry fruit.  Complex and alluring, with
a dry, tannic finish.

49. Quivira, Dry Creek Cuvee  2000                              $39
Rhone-style blend of Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah and Zinfandel. 
Fruity and succulent, harmonious and impeccably balanced wine

Red Zinfandel
A dark red, full-bodied, vibrant wine, with deep flavors of blackberry jam, plum, black pepper and spice. Coarser then the other reds. Great for hearty dishes.

17. Renwood, "Old Vine" Amador County 1998             $44
Smooth, ripe, rich and exotic, with layers of ripe plum, cherry and berry

45. Belvedere, Sonoma County 1998                               $41
Hints of raspberry, cherry, spice and black pepper tempt the palate
with their aromas and distinctive flavors.

Syrah
A majestic red wine, with pronounced spice, black cherry and roasted
nut flavors, with a smooth, supple texture.

13. Renwood, Amador County         2001                         $29
Sierra Series; A distinctive roasted, peppery aroma and
plenty of velvety, black cherry flavors.

16. Fess Parker, Amador County    2000                           $45
Concentrated fruit elements of plum, blackberries,
and dark cherries along with toast and herbal notes.
A rich, powerful and complex Syrah.

14. Chateau Julien, Monterey County      2000                 $28
Intense blueberry and smoky aroma, with great depth
in flavor, full-bodied finish.

Pinot Noir
A soft, elegant, ruby-red wine with cherry and rose petal notes. Medium bodied, fits well between whites and cabernet sauvignon. Good with pork, duck and stronger fish (salmon).

42. Saintsbury, Napa                 2001                               $42
Smooth and supple, with ripe plum, tea, tar and spice notes.  Finishes with a
clean cherry flavor.

21. Mountain View, Monterey  1998                               $24
Classic black cherry, spice, raspberry and currant flavors, and an aroma of
roses, along with herb and cola notes.

40. Lorane, Oregon  1999                                                                     $31
Light in color and aroma, it opens into pleasant spicy strawberry and tobacco
flavors that emerge smoothly and linger on the finish.

39. Pedroncelli, Sonoma    2000                                       $33

Chardonnay
A white wine, full-bodied and richly fruit flavored with tones of apples, pears, vanilla, spices, and toast. Richer than Sauvignon Blanc. Good with more complex dishes (cream sauces) and to drink by itself.

85. Chalk Hill, Sonoma 1998                                             $76
Appetizing earthy notes at the start.  Make way for a complex character
includes hints of citrus, pear, hazelnut, vanilla and spice.
Fans out on the finish

84. Groth, Napa County 2000                                            $56
Clean and fruity on the palate, boasting a spicy range of pear, vanilla,
nutmeg and subtle citrus flavors that are complex and lively.

87. Kendall Jackson, Vintner's Reserve 2000                    $27
Smooth, ripe and creamy, with complex pear, apple and spice notes that
are supple and tender.    

85. Merryvale, Napa Valley Starmont 2001                     $49
Bold, ripe and flavorful, with tiers of ripe pear, apple, spice and light oak flavors,
turning elegant on the finish with a smoky nectarine aftertaste that lingers long. 

83. Buehler, Russian River Valley  2000                                      $25
Creamy, spicy pear and fig flavors.
Wine Spectator Best Value 2000

Sauvignon Blanc
Also known as Fume Blanc, this white wine is dry and crisp with citrus and light grassy flavors. An excellent food wine. Great with seafood chicken and lighter first courses.

37. Groth, Napa   2001                                                     $35
Ripe and lively, with very good concentration to the
Flavors of nectarine, fresh herbs and vanilla.

30. Stonehedge, St. Helena       2000                                $27
Layers of melon, grapefruit, fresh pea, herbs and lemon flavors.
Bright and firm.

53. Preston, Dry Creek Valley   2000                              $31
"We have long anticipated our ultimate Sauvignon Blanc would come from the
Heartstock block of vines adjacent to the winery."  In this case best means
grassiest and fullest texture.

Johannisberg Riesling

A fruity, flowery aroma with a cinnamon taste. Seems on the sweet side. Good with fish and chicken.

32. Geyser Peak 2001                                                      $20
Simple and refreshing, lightly sweet, with hints of resin and flower amidst the modest apple flavors.

31. Trefethen, Napa  1999                                               $32
Soft, floral and spicy, this smooth textured wine has modest peach flavors.

44. Montinore, Willamette Valley Oregon 2001             $27
Rich in citrus aromas and flavors.  The grapes were left on the vine as late
as possible to  become very ripe and covered with Botrytis Cinerea "the
Noble rot."   Sugar 5.5%

Gewürztraminer
A fruity, sweeter wine. Tastes like spicy peaches and sometimes lychee. Good with spicy dishes or for people who prefer a sweeter wine.

34. Geyser Peak 2000                                                    $22
Simple and sweet, with a peppery floral character

35. Alexander Valley, North Coast 2002                       $24
Fresh, youthful and lightly sweet, with pretty
rose-scented pear and apple flavors

Chenin Blanc
A fruity but dry white wine with overtones of melons, oranges and peaches. A great food wine.

36. Pine Ridge, Napa Valley 2001                               $24
Fruity though dry, this enticing white reaches out with distinctive
peach and mandarin orange flavors, balanced nicely by a flinty edge. 
A lovely sipper at a reasonable price.

89. Dry Creek, California    2001                                $22
A very good bottling of one of California's rarer varieties, this white is light,
lively and bright, with a nicely delicate finish.  Not totally dry, but artfully balanced.

White Zinfandel
A light, sweeter and fruity wine.

50. Glen Ellen 2000                                                     $17

52. Buehler, Napa 2000                                              $20
Hand picked Napa Valley fruit,riper than most producers.  That means
less sugar and more flavors like wild berries and strawberries.  The
result is a wine with more real Zinfandel berry character and a less sweet
more refreshing taste

                                  Viognier
                                             Rare white grape is one of the most difficult to grow.
                                                                            Spicy and floral.

43. R.H. Phillips, Dunnigan Hills    1999                       $29
Shows off an attractive array of citrus and floral aromas, spice pear and
fig flavors.  Bright on the finish, and refreshing on the whole.

                       Pinot Grigio
                                            Soft, gently perfumed and has more color than most whites.

28. Flora Springs, Napa    2002                                                         $31
An unusual Pinot Grigio with wonderful richness.
It is perfect chilled and served as an aperitif or
great with spicy dishes.

46. Montinore, Oregon  2002                                         $26
Rich in apple, pear and honeysuckle aromas.
The flavors are crisp, reminiscent of apple, pear and citrus fruits.


                                                        Argentina

401. Santa Julia, Malbec         1999                                 $23
The Malbec grape, originally from Bordeaux France, produces this
Full-bodied yet soft and well-balanced dry wine, with aromas of
red fruit with a rich and spicy finish.

402. Trumpeter, Chardonnay    2001                                             $24
Don Felipe Rutini was one of the pioneers that established
viticulture in Mendoza, Argentina.  In the American style
with great structure and concentration, citrus - mineral spicy

                  Australia

251. Angove's, Shiraz         2000                                     $26    
Shiraz is a variety that Australia manages best
100% Shiraz with a deep red color.  The aroma is distinguished by
licorice, stewed plumbs and chocolate.

252. Mak, Shiraz  - Clare Valley     2001                            $42
This wine offers a juicy core of ripe mulberry and plumb
with a dusting of cedary oak.  A reassuring "grip"
keeps the flavors long and focused

253. The Stump Jump, Mclaren Vale    2001                   $24
An unoaked blend of Riesling, Marsanne, Sauvignon Blanc.
An excellent crisp dry, lively white.

                  Chile

501. Carmen, Sauvignon Blanc   2001                            $24
Appealing aromas of freshly cut grass, this medium-bodied, rich plump
wine is packed with citrus fruits whose flavors last through its long,
expressive finish.

                   France
102. Chateau Mounton-Rothschild    1993                   $360
Impressive 1993 Pauillac, deep in color and full-bodied
boasting plenty of currant, black cherry, mint and toast
character.  Date reviewed 1996.
Wine Spectator 92

104. Chateau Simard St. Emilion    1990                             $58
Bordeaux "Cabernet Sauvignon" Petite Chateau
Excellent Year.  Ready to drink after being properly
Cellared and aged to opitmum.

101. Nuits Saint Georges,  Rene Tardy    1996                $48
Red Burgundy "Pinot Noir"
The great red wines of the Nuits-Saint-Georges estate,
situated near the 13C church of Saint-Symphorien, are
presented on the spot where they are vinified and aged.
The prestige of the Cotes du Nuits' great wines has earned it
the title of "Champs Eysees of Burgundy"

103. Kermit Lynch,  Cotes du Rhone     2000                             $32
Aromas of black currant and blackberry, round and
full-bodied.

202. Chartron & Trebuchet, Puligny-Montrachet           $83
1999 White Burgundy  "Chardonnay"
Medium-bodied, spicy and tangy with oak and
floral nuances and a broad silky texture.

201. Pouilly-Fusse,  Georges Duboeuf     2000               $39
White Burgundy  "Chardonnay"
The "Clos Reisser" covers 37 acres.  The vineyards face
south-east are planted on clay and chalk.
"The grape must suffer to be great"
A dry full-bodied wine with power and finesse, appreciated
by wine lovers all over the world.

203. J.B. Adam,  Pinot Blanc, Alsace Reserve   2000           $31
Combines ripe apple and peach flavors with a rich,
juicy texture.  Lovely balance, lingering finish.

                 Germany

301. Weingut Eugen Wehrheim, Riesling  1999             $29
Clean and ripe, on the sweet side, yet matched by vibrant aromas.
Citrus, peach and mineral hold court in the flavor department.

                   Italy

151. Amarone, Luigi Righetti  1997                                   $49
A rich, spicy, berry-scented red.  Reminiscent of St.-Emilion,
with its earthy, cherry flavors.  Medium-bodied and supple.
Just a hint of tannin on the lingering finish.  15% Alcohol

152. Chianti, Vigna Piccola  Tuscany      1997                      $42
Chianti Classico, the winery is located in Panzano
in the Chianti region.  This is a superb example of an
artisan producer.  Production is low.

154. Scarbolo, Merlot                          2000                        $26
Valter Scarbolo pays strictest attention to yield to reach
optimal quality.. The wine is full with intensive fruitness.
In addition, a fine finish.

155. Arancio, Syrah Sicilia                      2001                        $27
Its wild berry aroma blends together with pleasing
hints of chocolate and liquorice.

153. Kris, Pinot Grigio, Franz Haas         2002                        $32
The nose recalls acacia flowers and the delicate scent of
almonds.  Clean and refreshing on the palate with hints of
linden and honey.  The beautiful labels are designed by a
famous painter and Kandinsky diciple Schweizer.

156. Arancio, Chardonnay  Sicilia       2002                             $25
Ideal habitat in Sicily for producing particularly rich and
aromatic wine with harmonic and well balanced flavor.

                  New Zealand

351. Matua, Sauvignon Blanc           2000                        $31   
Bright and distinctly aromatic, with lively green apple,
lime and passion fruit aromas and flavors.
Finishing with a touch of bay leaf.

352. Fat Cat, Chardonnay                2002                            $26
Selected from vineyards located along New Zealand's
eastern coastline.  It is well balanced between fruit and
oak with more than a hint of smugness.

                     Spain

601. Osborne Solaz, Tempranillo     2000                        $24
This classy blend of 80% Tempranillo and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
possesses a big, sweet nose of cherries.  Medium-bodied, with
supple tannin, attractive sweetness, and surprising length.

                Pennsylvania

62. Palocitro, Stone Villa             2001                             $30
Cabernet Sauvignon in style, fruit and spice flavors.

63. Stovilli, Stone Villa                 2001                             $31
Syrah in style, fruity and dry.

64. Chardonnay, Glades Pike        2001                              $26
California-style, buttery aftertaste, velvety finish,
softer oak flavor

            Sparkling Wines

90. Dom Perignon,      1992                                             $150

93. Moet & Chandon, France                                           $72
Delicate and poised, with citrus, pear and honey flavors.
Wine Spectator 89

70. Domaine Carneros, by Tattinger 1999                        $39
Elegant, with a spicy, citrus accent to the modest pear and mineral
flavors,which slowly grow on you. Restrained in style.

90. Mirabelle, Schramsberg                                              $36
Shows its elegant, toasty aromas, which leads into complex
flavors on the palate.  "A creamy, buttery-tasting bubbly
that shows complexity in an oaky toasty style

91. J. Schram, Schramsberg   1990                                   $89
Complex and concentrated, with a pretty array of black cherry,
toast and spice flavors, and a smooth, delicate aftertaste
where the vanilla and cherry flavors flow through.
Shows a measure of finesse and harmony.
Wine Spectator 92

74. Korbel Brut,                                                                 $29

75. Korbel Brut,  375ml                                                          $17

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