Four Course Dinner
$48 per person, tax and gratuity not included
New Year's Eve
Appetizers
- Pear and Bleu cheese tartlet
- Citrus poached shrimp cocktail
Soup/Salad
- Butternut squash soup topped with crème fresh
- Organic mixed greens with mandarin oranges. feta, and slivered almonds topped with a citrus vinaigrette
Entrees
- Beef tenderloin topped with lobster butter served with garlic mashed potatoes
- Pan-seared jumbo sea scallops with a yellow cherry tomato sauce served with Mediterranean couscous
- Wild mushroom crusted lamb tenderloin with a blueberry compote served with roasted, sliced, twice-baked potatoes
Desserts
- Chocolate ganache bread pudding served warm with a port caramel sauce
- White chocolate mousse layered with a raspberry sauce
Wine Menu
Barbera
- Enotria Barbera 2016 / $40From Mendocino. "Deep purple garnet color with complex aromas and flavors of blackberries and red currant with hints of earth and toasty oak. Medium tannins and a great natural acidity lead to a clean finish."
- Vietti Barbera 2018 / $52From Barbera D'Alba. “Ruby color with ripe red cherry aromas and vanilla. With hints of violets on the palate it shows bright acidity, soft tannins with good integration of oak, good complexity and a lingering cherry finish.” “Juicy and pure, with racy acidity and lovely notes of raspberry and cherry.” Awarded 91 points by Wine Advocate.
Cabernet Franc
- Lang & Reed Cabernet Franc 2015 / $50From the North Coast. "Fresh violets, herbs, elderberries, licorice and spices. The palate is grainy and somewhat edgy with firm tannins, fine acidity and a pretty finish." " Though crafted for immediate enojoyment, it has the capacity to age gracefully." Awarded 91 points by James Suckling.
Cabernet Sauvignon
- Angeline Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 / $40From California. Fruit-forward, easy-to-drink style that reveals complexity and length. Has a deep garnet hue and aromas of lush cherry, cassis and plum flavors that are layered with hints of vanilla and creamy oak that linger on the palate. “Currants, mushrooms, walnuts, and orange peel. Medium-bodied with nice, juicy fruit and spice. Easy and delicious, dry cabernet. Varietal.” 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot, 2% Petite Sirah and 1% Merlot. Awarded 91 Points by James Suckling.
- Raymond Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 / $75From Napa Valley. "Deep garnet purple colored, it opens with quite a serious, savory nose of roasted nuts, espresso and charcuterie with a core of cassis, warm blackberries and black forest cake plus a waft of pencil lead. Medium to full-bodied." 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot, 2% Petite Sirah and 1% Merlot. Awarded 92 points by Wine Advocate.
- Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 / $90From Napa Valley. "Dark garnet, nearly violet in the glass, the aromatic intensity of this wine is irresistible. Fresh berries and dried cherries co-mingle with bergamot, lavender, mint, gunpowder and sage without a single element dominating another. The acidity is laser focused and the tannins serve to elevate, not overwhelm. The Merlot in the blend really shines here with rhubarb, cassis and velvety softness." 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc.
Carignane
- Ferrer Bobet Carignane 2014 / $76From Priorat. “This is 100% Carignane from one-hundred-year-old vines. Inky purple in color, opaque and bright. The nose shows black cherries, graphite while having a clean earthiness. On the palate, lots of black raspberry fruit with some black cherries. Nice texture. Drinks well and should continue to do so for ten to fifteen more years. It may still improve a bit as it matures." Awarded 91 points by Wine Enthusiast.
Carmenere
- Tinga Rio Reserva Carmenere 2016 / $32From Colchagua Valley. “A very intense dark red. On the nose, grilled red pepper with a hint of clove. It has a velvety texture with notes of blackberries and menthol on the palate.” “It has a velvety texture with full body, round and soft tannins.”
- Errazuriz Max Reserva Carmenere 2017 / $40From Aconcagua. "Dark-berry, spice and dried-flower aromas follow through to a medium body, firm, silky tannins and a flavorful finish. The palate is dominated by its spicy character, all framed by chocolate and roasted coffee bean notes from the oak barrels. Very soft, it shows good structure with elegant, fine tannins, accompanied by a rereshing acidity and persistence." Awarded 93 points by James Suckling.
Grenache
- Breca Old Vine Grenacha 2017 / $40From Calatayud. “A wine with a deep color and character, as well as lively acidity. It is characterized by aromas of ripe black fruit compote, overlaid with spices such as black pepper. There is an obvious minerality to the wine, proceeding from vineyards’ diverse range of soil types.” “A rich, firm texture carries plum and currant flavors, with notes of mocha, loamy earth and smoke. Well-integrated tannins give this backbone, while lively acidity imparts balance.” Awarded 91 Points by Wine Spectator.
Malbec
- Pascual Toso Malbec 2020 / $44From Mendoza. “Black cherry, black currant, rosemary and orange zest on the nose. Floral notes, too. It’s medium-to-full bodied with cream tannins and a flavorful, juice finish.” “There are smoky accents of vanilla and lingering oak. This Malbec is excellent to pair with grilled meat, lamb, or pasta.” Awarded 91 Points by James Suckling.
Merlot
- Novelty Hill Merlot 2017 / $40From Columbia Valley. "Fruit-forward and velvety smooth, with purity of flavor and balanced acidity. Fresh and expressive, with generous wild cherry, raspberry and mocha aromas and flavors that gain complexity across a richly textured mid-palate." "Light grainy tannins provide support." Awarded 90 Points by Wine Enthusiast.
- Trefethen Merlot 2017 / $65From Oak Knoll. “Ripe plum, cherry, and red currant aromas are complemented by elegant undertones of bay leaf and cedar. An abundance of juicy red fruit flavors entice the palate with beautifully integrated layers of fresh herbs followed by cracked pepper and baking spice on the finish. Lush tannins and bright acidity make this a wine to enjoy now and for years to come.” Blended 95% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc
Monastrell
- Cepas Viejas Monastrell 2014 / $32From Alicante. "Scarce organic matter in the soil and the long sunny hours result in a petite production per vine stock. Intensely red in color with purple tones. A nice elegant, powerful aroma of ripe fruit and toasted oak. Full in body, complex with ripe tannins and a toasted flavor on the finish."
Petite Sirah
- Ridge Lytton Estate Petite Sirah 2018 / $60From Dry Creek Valley. "Intriguing nose of leather, fig, and rose petal. Full bodied palate with well coated tannins, mint, black olive and a long minerally finish. It does benefit after breathing first." Awarded 92 points from Wine Enthusiast.
Pinot Noir
- Underwood Cellars Pinot Noir 2020 / $36From Oregon. “Fragrant and fresh with violets, dark cherry, red currant, sous bois, mocha and cedar spice flavours; vibrant, savoury, and lingering on the palate.” Pairs well with lamb chops. Awarded 89 Points by Natalie Maclean.
- Alexander Valley Vineyards Pinot Noir 2019 / $45From Alexander Valley. “The Estate Pinot Noir is classically styled with balanced acidity and complex flavors. There are aromas of black and red cherry, raspberry, earthy notes, vanilla, and oak. This is a soft wine with silky texture and bright fruit flavors of fresh cherry, blueberry, plum, barrel spice and a hint of vanilla. There is a long lingering finish on this lush wine.” Pairs well with both red and white meats.
- Domaine Drouhin Pinot Noir 2019 / $65From Willamette Valley. “Combination of dried berries, smoke and cedar with some dried flowers, following through to a medium body, a solid core of fruit and a round yet firm tannic finish.” “Defined, expressive and layered, with pure lavender, peppercorn and wild berry aromas and a velvety texture with bursts of freshness that highlight floral perfume and an array of spicy accents on the extended finish.” Awarded 96 Points by Wine Advocate.
Syrah
- Owen Roe Ex Umbris Syrah 2010 / $55From Columbia Valley. "A velvety red, offering ripe cherry, licorice and green olive flavors that come together on the firm-textured finish and linger nicely, balancing fruit and savory notes." Awarded 90 points by Wine Spectator.
Tempranillo
- Viña Eguia Tempranillo 2020 / $36From Rioja. “A bright cherry red color, with a nose of intense red fruit aromas, combined with subtle scents from oak ageing – vanilla, coconut, balsamic notes, and licorice. The palate is fresh, full, and very savory, with a vibrant structure. It has a pleasant and quite a long finish.”
- Marques de Caceres Reserva Tempranillo 2016 / $48From Rioja. “A rich red, marked by a mix of black cherry, blackberry, wild herbs and iron. This is mostly about the fruit, with a dense matrix of tannins providing structure.” “Balanced in the mouth, where the silky and well-defined tannins are combined with exquisite flavours to reveal a pleasant fullness." Blend: 90% Tempranillo, 10% Other. Awarded 92 points by James Suckling.
Zinfandel
- Cline Ancient Vine Zinfandel 2018 / $36From Conta Costa. “Shows ripe fruit flavors and soft tannins, which make this a mouth-coating rich vintage. Aging on new and used oak has lent this wine a subtle vanilla quality that is nicely complemented by explosive fruit notes.” "Snappy and vibrant, with cherry, dried cranberry, grilled herb and pepper flavors set on a medium body, displaying an easygoing complexity." Awarded 88 Points by Wine Spectator.
- Alexander Valley Vineyards Zinfandel 2017 / $40From Alexander Valley. “This wine has great color, with a dark purple and red hue. There are spicy, earthy aromas of black cherry, black pepper, plum, raspberry and a touch of citrus. Rich with flavors of black cherry, plum, black pepper, apricot and chocolate. This is a Zinfandel to savor with hints of brown sugar and warm spices along with a nice clean finish.” Aged for 14 months in American oak barrels.
- Pedroncelli Bushnell Vineyard Zinfandel 2016 / $44From Dry Creek Valley. "Spicy aromas of ripe berries mingle with hints of black pepper, cinnamon and toasty oak. Opulent flavors of blackberry, plum, a touch of vanilla and rich cocoa frame this wine. A rich and full-bodied Zinfandel with a lingering finish and well balanced between fruit and tannins."
- Ridge East Bench Zinfandel 2017 / $56From Dry Creek Valley. "Ripe blackberry, cocoa, and mint on the nose. Brambly red fruit palate with a tannic grip, finishes with notes of chapparel and licorice." Awarded 91 points by Jeb Dunnuck.
- Day Zinfandel 2017 / $66From Sonoma County. Owned and made by Ehren Jordan, former winemaker at Turly Wine Cellars. “Refined yet appealingly briary, with lively raspberry toasty sage and dusky spice flavors that finish on a zesty accent.” “It looks to be one heck of a base appellation blend, offering loads of plums, black raspberries, spice, and classic cedar notes. This medium to full-bodied, rounded, charming [wine] is going to drink nicely right out of the gate yet keep for a decade.” Awarded 93 Points by Wine Spectator,
Chardonnay
- Toad Hollow Chardonnay 2021 / $32From Mendocino County, CA. “A light lemon color reveals a delicious lemon custard texture and flavor on the palate along with some honeydew melon, fuji apple and baking spice. The finish on this unoaked chardonnay is always creamy and rich, and the 2021 vintage is no exception with its lingering notes of crème brûlée.”
- MacRostie Chardonnay 2019 / $46From Sonoma. “On the nose, beautiful aromas of tropical fruit, melon and perfumed lemon mingle with hints of slate, wet chalk and intriguing floral notes of jasmine and orange blossom. The lush tropical fruit is echoed on the velvety palate, with flavors of pineapple and guava giving way to layers of stone fruit, Key lime pie, Asian pear and yellow apple, all of which flow to a long, luxurious finish.” Awarded 91 Points by Wine Enthusiast.
- Trefethen Chardonnay 2018 / $60From Oak Knoll. "Aromas of lemon and lime are complemented by a touch of apple blossom and white peach. Subtle notes of toasted oak frame the palate which features more citrus flavors and hints of apple and pear. The lively acidity brings great balance and the finish is refreshing and smooth.” Pairs well with shellfish. Awarded 93 Points by Wine Enthusiast.
Garganega
- Scaia Garganega 2018 / $32From Veneto. “Fresh and pleasant flavor thanks to its sustained acidity. White flowers of acacia, jasmine, bouquet of citrus such as pineapple, grapefruit and orange, apple, pear and mango and a light note of bananas.” Blend: Garganega 55%, Chardonnay 45%.
- Inama Soave Garganega 2020 / $32From Soave Classico. "Not fruit-driven; mineral and floral notes that clean the palate. On the nose there is the nectar of field flowers such as chamomile, elderflower, and iris. Mineral on the palate with an almond finish, typical of Classic Garganega."
Pinot Blanc
- Citrus poached shrimp cocktail
- St Innocent Pinot Blanc 2016 / $36From Willamette Valley. “This delicious, sexy wine impresses with its leesy, textural mouthfeel, its mountain spring freshness, its crisp lemon and grapefruit flavors, and its underlying minerality. One-quarter was fermented in neutral French oak, the rest in stainless steel. A dash of minty wintergreen trails the finish.” Awarded 92 Points by Wine Enthusiast.
Pinot Grigio
- Pigro Pinot Grigio 2020 / $32From Italy. "Tank fermented at a cool temperature for freshness. It opens with bright apple and grapefruit/citrus notes carried on a crispy, refreshing body." "Deep golden yellow color, with a rich warm and inviting aroma of ripe fruits and honey. On the palate, strong sensation of minerality in harmony with its natural softness." Compliments salads, fish, and shellfish.
Riesling
- Evolution Riesling 2021 / $28From Columbia Valley. “Slightly sweet on the outside yet packs a punch. It has a core of acidity that grabs your attention and makes it food’s best friend.” “Take in a nose-full of bright tropical fruit, citrus, and a hint of floral! This wine is bursting with mouth watering notes of lychee, lime, pineapple and peach.”
- Von Schleinitz Estate Dry Riesling 2018 / $36From Mosel-Saar-Ruwer. "Straw green color. Aromas and flavors of pineapple, ripe cantaloupe, lanolin, pear, and lemon zest with a satiny, crisp, petillant, very sweet light-to-medium body and an even, medium-length star fruit, honeysuckle, and tart pear finish with no oak flavor. A mouthwatering, dry 'gateway' Riesling packed with fruit."
- Trefethen Dry Riesling 2018 / $42From Oak Knoll. "Entirely fermented in stainless-steel, this wine is delightful in a floral aroma with lively flavors of fresh apricot, spring grass and freshly squeezed lemon. Stony and briny, it retains its acidity through a long, herbal finish." Awarded 94 points by Wine Enthusiast.
Sauvignon Blanc
- Mussel Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2021 / $32From New Zealand. “The different parcels of Sauvignon Blanc have been combined to make a wine that is brimming with pure fruit flavours. The nose is lied and fresh with notes of passion fruit, blackcurrant and fresh herbs. The sweet fruit characters and crisp acidity, combine to create a palate that is fresh with a zesty mineral finish. Enjoy with fresh seafood.”
- Chasing Venus Sauvignon Blanc 2021 / $36From New Zealand. “Beautiful aromas of grapefruit, lychee, and lime. The fresh flavors of guava, lemongrass, mango, and citrus hang on the palate and linger in the finish. There is the expected snap of bright acidity upfront and then the fruit flavors broaden into a rich texture. Crisp, clean, and expansive all at once.”
Verdejo
- Basa Verdejo 2016 / $32From Rueda. "The intense floral aromatics, freshness and wonderful texture are the result of the high elevation planting in lime and gravel soils. Packed with crisp, clean flavours of yellow plums and white peaches."
- Nisia Verdejo 2018 / $32From Rueda. It is "all Verdejo brought up in neutral barrels, this lively yet concentrated white has a richer nose of salted citrus, honeyed minerals, and toasted spices. These carry to a medium-bodied white with a layered mouthfeel, plenty of fruit, and a terrific spine of acidity. It's beautifully done, has a touch of background oak, and is going to shine on the dinner table.” Awarded 91 points by Jeb Dunnuck.
Sparkling
- Argyle Brut 2016 / $47From Williamette Valley. “The blend in 2016 is quite different from the previous vintage, reversing the roles of the Pinot Noir (35%) and Chardonnay (55%), with a splash of Pinot Meunier as before. It’s young and fresh, with crisp apple fruit flavors in a compact, well-defined frame. There is some aging potential, though where the flavors will go from here is anyone’s guess." Awarded 90 Points by Wine Enthusiast.