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DESSERT WINES AND PORTS

RED WINES BY THE BOTTLE

Beaujolais

This lightly tannic, fruity wine from the Beaujolais region of France is considered the most approachable red wine even for non drinkers. The predominant flavors are of strawberries, cherries, plums, raisins, and raspberries, with occasional tastes of pepper or smoked wood.

France

Cabernet Franc

Similar to Cabernet Sauvignon, the grape produces lighter, less tannic wines with a more pronounced vegetal character. Used commonly as a blending grape, Cabernet Franc is somewhat spicy in aroma and reminiscent of plums and especially violets.

California

Italy

Cabernet Sauvignon

In terms of status and popularity, Cabernet Sauvignon can be regarded as Chardonnay’s counterpart. It is a deep colored, thick-skinned grape that produces dark, flavorsome wine. Particularly noted for its black currant and cedary, cigar-box character.

Australia

California

Chile

Washington

Carmenere

Though rarely encountered in the vineyards of Bordeaux today, this grape was widely cultivated in the Bordeaux region prior to the Phylloxera era. Now it’s a vigorous vine which yields quantities of exceptionally good, deep colored, full bodied wine, mainly in Chile.

Chile

Malbec

With characteristics that fall between Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, malbec is deeply colored with ample tannins and a particular plum-like flavor. This grape truly comes into its own in Argentina.

Argentina

Meritage

These high quality, Bordeaux-style wines are blends containing at least two types of various varietals with no one type comprising more than 90% of the blend. Stringent regulations promote only the best blends from wineries being labeled ‘meritage’.

California (Red)

California (White)

Italy

Merlot

More herbaceous than Cabernet Sauvignon in both aroma and taste, Merlot gives softer, plumper, juicier, earlier-maturing wines, which seem sweeter. The ripe, plumMy fruitiness of the Merlot and the absence of harsh tannins have made it one of the most popular red grape varieties.

California

Chile

France

Washington

Petite Sirah

Developed in France more than a century ago, but rarely seen there now. In California the grape is widely grown and makes robust, well-colored, tannic wines. Flavors include: blueberry, vanilla, and dark berries.

California

Pinot Noir

A complex aroma dominated by flavors of black cherries is one of the key features of Pinot Noir. This wine is full-bodied and rich but not heavy, high in alcohol, without being too acidic or tannic, while still retaining a delicate flavor.

California

France

New Zealand

Oregon

Sangiovese

The Sangiovese grape dominates central Italy but only aspires to greatness in Tuscany. It’s medium to full bodied, firm, dry, and a slightly spicy red that ages well. Bitter cherry, spices, tobacco, and herbs dominate the bouquet.

California

Italy

Syrah/shiraz

This thick-skinned, almost black berry forms intense wines, alcoholic, aromas more spicy than fruity, with a chewy texture and richness. No specific aromas are thought of as ‘typical’ but blackberry and pepper are often noticeable.

Australia

California

Oregon

Washington

France

Tempranillo

Tempranillo dominates the vineyards throughout northern and central Spain but is slowly expanding to other regions of the world. Its aromas and flavors call to mind herbs, earthy minerality, and berryish fruit.

California

Spain

Zinfandel

Adaptable to a wide range of climates and soils, Zinfandel has a very fruity, raspberry-like aroma, and is usually best consumed within its youth. Frequently found aromas include raspberry, blackberry, black cherry, cinnamon, and licorice.

California