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The wines on this Progressive Wine Menu are grouped in Flavor Categories. Wines with similar flavors are listed in

a simple sequence starting with those that are sweeter and very mild in taste, progressing to the wines that are

drier and stronger in taste.

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Champagne & Sparkling

Sweet

Listed from sweetest to least sweet

Moët & Chandon, "Nectar Impérial", Champagne, France .......................................................................................... 142

Smooth and lightly sweet, with modest peach and honey flavors.

Dry

Listed from milder to stronger

Sparkling Rosé, Chandon, California ................................................................................................................................ 55

Bright apple and cherry aromas combine with crisp, easy going flavors that finish with festive acidity.

Brut, Perrier-Jouët, "Belle Epoque", Champagne, France, 2008 .................................................................................... 244

This finely knit and lithe Champagne is smoky up front, opening into a lovely range of pastry, glazed apricot, lemon curd and

candied ginger notes in the glass. Vibrant acidity drives the satin like finish.

Brut, Moët & Chandon, "Impérial", Champagne, France ............................................................................................... 95

Bright and balanced, featuring a fine, lively bead, mouthwatering acidity and a lightly toasty profile of poached pear and

black currant flavors.

Brut, Louis Roederer, "Cristal", Champagne, France, 2007 .......................................................................................... 319

Floral, citrus and spice aromas and flavors are at the forefront of this delicate Champagne, which is harmonious and well-

defined, with a long aftertaste of roasted nut and toast. Very dry.

Brut, Dom Pérignon, Champagne, France, 2006 ............................................................................................................. 281

Notes of aniseed and dried ginger with a mellow all-encompassing finish.

Brut, Krug, "Grande Cuvée", Champagne, France .......................................................................................................... 277

Beautifully aromatic and inviting, with grilled nut, incense and graphite notes, is finely knit and harmonious.

Brut, Armand de Brignac, "Ace of Spades", Champagne, France ................................................................................ 349

Texture is deliciously creamy and the palate has great depth and impact with a long, silky finish. A superb and singular

example of a Prestige Champagne.

Brut, Veuve Clicquot, "La Grande Dame", Champagne, France, 2006 ........................................................................ 217

Sleek, with mouthwatering acidity and an aromatic base note of chalky minerality, this features well-meshed flavors of black

currant pâte de fruit, pastry, candied ginger and almond skin.

Rose

Sweet and Off-Dry


Les Rascasses, Rosé, Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2017 ............................................................................................... 50

Refreshing, fruit-forward notes of citrus and strawberry. Grenache, Carignane, Cinsault.

Light Intensity Listed from milder to stronger

Stolpman Vineyards, Rosé, "Para Maria de los Tecolotes", Santa Barbara County, California, 2018 ..................... 35

Fresh, firm pineapple and mango. Green papaya finishes alongside juicy red grapefruit.

Medium Intensity


Cambria, Pinot Noir, Rosé, "Julia's Vineyard", Santa Maria Valley, California, 2017 ............................................... 63

Bright red aromas and flavors of strawberry, watermelon, and cranberry. The wine has a medium-bodied mouthfeel and is

crisp and bright all the way through the finish.

Savannah Cellars, Grenache, Rosé, Santa Barbara County, California, 2016 .............................................................. 35

Aromas of raspberry, nectarine and baking spice. Offers luscious berry and stone fruit flavors with natural acidity that

provides a crisp, long finish.

Sauvignon Blanc

Light Intensity


Justin, Central Coast, California, 2016 ................................................................................................................................ 41

The aroma combines multiple tropical characters including grapefruit, fresh peeled tangerine, pineapple and orange zest.

Star Lane Vineyard, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, California, 2017 ...................................................................... 47

Subtle at first, featuring Key lime, nectarine and ruby grapefruit flavors that gain momentum, picking up floral highlights

and notes of celery leaf and lemon zest on the finish.

Margerum, "Sybarite", Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, California, 2018 ................................................................. 45

Opens with a fresh pop of acidity, keeping the flavors bright and light-footed. Delivers an energetic mix of ruby grapefruit,

lime sherbet and orange blossom, lingering on the long, reverberating finish.

Fiddlehead Cellars, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, California, 2014 ...................................................................... 64

Light, bright gold. Candied lemon and honeydew aromas are complicated by pungent herbs and anise. Juicy, sharp focused

citrus fruit flavors gain weight with air and pick up a suave floral nuance.

Medium Intensity


Kitá, "Camp 4 Vineyard", Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2017...................................................................................... 49

Crisp, sleek and focused, with plenty of pop to the lemon, green apple and grapefruit flavors. Sleek body, accented by hints of

mineral and fresh herbs.

Chardonnay

Medium Intensity


Gainey, Santa Rita Hills, California, 2014 ......................................................................................................................... 45

Fresh golden apple, spiced pear and melon aromas with citrus and mineral undertones and hints of vanilla, honey and oak

spice. Rich and creamy on the palate,

Unoaked, Chamisal Vineyards, "Stainless", Central Coast, California, 2015 .............................................................. 40

Fresh pineapple, guava and banana combine with notes of ripe lemon and grapefruit to create a seriously fruit-driven

bouquet.

Nielson by Byron, Santa Barbara County, California, 2014............................................................................................ 42

Delicate citrus blossom scents make for an elegant, airy aroma.

Full Intensity


Fess Parker, Santa Barbara County, California, 2017 ....................................................................................................... 45

A spicy white, with hints of richness to the peach cobbler and apple pastry flavors. Buttery notes show on the creamy finish.

Cambria, "Katherine's Vineyard", Santa Maria Valley, Certified Sustainable, California, 2015.............................. 51

Rich with aromas of mature tropical fruit - elegant and creamy, with delicate and balanced tastes.

GoGi, "Goldie", Sta. Rita Hills, California, 2016 ............................................................................................................ 110

Richness of golden apples, spiced pear and white peach with a textural grip of slate minerality, slight toast and creamy

hazelnut. White flowers on the nose.

Cakebread Cellars, Napa Valley, California, 2016 ........................................................................................................... 95

Fans of pure, tart, flinty Chardonnay without oak will find this alluring. Zesty acidity keeps the flavors lively.

Foxen, "Bien Nacido Vineyard Block UU", Santa Maria Valley, California, 2017 ...................................................... 67

Saline notes accent the nectarine and green apple flavors that are filled with a mineral richness. Light butter and spicy details

emerge on the finish.

Kitá, "Hilliard Bruce Vineyard", Santa Rita Hills, California, 2015 .............................................................................. 50

This straw colored wine is flatteringly easy to enjoy. Its' aromatics of green apple, lemon zest, and white peach hit you with

their exuberant charms from the first encounter.

Riverbench, Santa Maria Valley, California, 2015 ........................................................................................................... 48

Has a true balance between rich fruit flavors and an appealing toasty note.

Au Bon Climat, "Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Historic Vineyards Collection", Santa Ynez Valley, California,

2015 .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 53

Clean and juicy, with green apple flavors infused with zesty lemon, lime and citrus notes, keeping this lively and refreshing.

Aubert, "Ritchie Vineyard", Sonoma Coast, California, 2016 ...................................................................................... 140

A gorgeous mouthful, rich and layered, with honey-scented fig, apricot, honeydew, nutmeg, hazelnut and floral spice flavors,

delivered in a powerful yet graceful manner.

Peter Michael Winery, "La Carrière", Knights Valley, California, 2016 ..................................................................... 160

Offers terrific notes of white peach, white flowers, oyster shell and undeniable minerality. Medium to full-bodied, pure, and

elegant, it has beautifully integrated acidity, a silky, classic texture, and a great finish.

White Blend

Light Intensity


Torrontés, Pago Cimera, La Rioja, Argentina, 2011 .......................................................................................................... 35

Enticing aromas that are strikingly similar to Viognier, with hints of peach pit, flowers, and orange citrus fruit.

Medium Intensity


Blanc, Zaca Mesa, "Z", Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2013 ........................................................................................... 34

Pear, spice and almond notes are complex and rich. Grapefruit zest and dried floral accents on the juicy finish. Roussanne,

Grenache Blanc and Viognier.

Kitá, "T'Aya Camp 4 Vineyard", Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2015 .......................................................................... 40

Crisp lemon-lime flavors mingle with green apple and melon notes, offering a touch of fresh fennel and celery leaf on the

finish. Marsanne, Roussanne and Grenache Blanc.

White, Au Bon Climat, "Hildegard", Santa Maria Valley, California, 2015 ................................................................. 68

The almond, pear and yellow apple flavors are subtle and refined, exhibiting touches of citrus zest, chamomile and sea salt.

Clean and fresh, with crisp acidity. Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Aligoté.

More Whites

Sweet


Coppo, "Moncalvina Canelli", Moscato d'Asti, Piedmont, Italy, 2018 .......................................................................... 40

Honeysuckle, candied nectarine and grapefruit granita flavors ride the soft and creamy bead of this lightly sweet and juicy

Moscato.

Riesling, SeaGlass, Monterey-Santa Barbara Counties, California, 2016 .................................................................... 35

Acidity is well balanced by its fragrant floral aromas and sweet fruit flavors.

Light Intensity


Pinot Grigio, Quail Crossing, Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2014 .............................................................................. 40

Medium-full bodied for a Pinot Grigio, with complex minerality and apple-citrus flavors.

Pinot Grigio, Di Bruno, "White Hills Vineyard", Santa Barbara County, California, 2014 ...................................... 54

Notes of crisp stone fruit, lemon rind and white flowers meld with green apple and fresh melon.

Medium Intensity


Pinot Blanc, Nielson by Byron, Santa Maria Valley, California, 2015.......................................................................... 55

Aromas of stone fruit and orange blossom. Vibrant flavors of honey, orange and a hint of minerality give way to a bright,

crisp finish.

Blanc, Tablas Creek, "Esprit de Beaucastel", Paso Robles, California, 2009 ................................................................ 72

Flavors of honey and spice, with a little tropicality lurking behind, and a long, dry finish with toffee and pear notes.

Viognier, Zaca Mesa, Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2016 ............................................................................................. 42

The peach blossom, lemon sherbet and toasted spice notes are focused and rich, with a succulent, juicy finish and a floral

touch.

Blanc, Tablas Creek, "Esprit de Beaucastel", Paso Robles, California, 2008 ................................................................ 72

Flavors of ripe pear, honey and spice, a rich texture reminiscent of coconut and a long, dry, slightly tropical finish.

Full Intensity


Viognier, Alban, Central Coast, California, 2016 ............................................................................................................. 60

Distinctly seamless, this starts out plump, with fleshy notes of apricot and peach and a hint of marmalade for added richness.

Spice, honey and floral details add complexity.

Pinot Noir

Light Intensity Listed from milder to stronger

Nielson by Byron, Santa Barbara County, California, 2014............................................................................................ 56

Bright fruit flavors of raspberry, cranberry & black cherry, with floral and black tea notes. Finishes with a distinct smokiness.

Ken Brown, Santa Barbara County, California, 2015 ....................................................................................................... 72

Aromas of dark cherry and black raspberry are highlighted by hints of stone, herbes de Provence and subtle French oak.

AldenAlli, Sonoma Coast, California, 2015 ....................................................................................................................... 95

Graceful and charming, with wonderful plum and wilted rose scents, and a trim beam of lively cherry and raspberry offset by

loamy earth and spice.

Presqu'ile, Santa Barbara County, California, 2017 ......................................................................................................... 65

Strawberry, black cherry and an infusion of exotic spice that lingers on the finish.

Gainey, Santa Rita Hills, California, 2014 ......................................................................................................................... 66

Wild cherry, anise, sagebrush and slate aromas lead to a palate that packs ripe red fruit upfront, followed by tangy elderberry,

plum skin, hibiscus and rose.

Dierberg, "Drum Canyon Vineyard", Santa Rita Hills, California, 2013 ..................................................................... 84

Straightforward dusty berry, gravel, anise and light woody scents give this a tight core that persists through the finish.

Foley, Santa Rita Hills, California, 2013 ............................................................................................................................. 70

Offers modest ripe cherry and plum notes, revealing a touch of strawberry. Ends with savory dried herb and underbrush

elements, with drying tannins.

Foxen, "Block 8 Bien Nacido Vineyard", Santa Maria Valley, California, 2015 ........................................................ 132

A crisp style, filled with red currant and green olive flavors, accented by notes of sage and dried green herbs. Firm tannins.

Ken Brown, Santa Rita Hills, California, 2015 .................................................................................................................. 87

Notes of dried meats to the dried cherry and roasted plum flavors. Hints of forest floor show on the finish.

Laetitia, "Estate", Arroyo Grande Valley, California ....................................................................................................... 59

A charming, graceful and elegant offering, with a silky texture amid fresh earth, anise, cherry, plum and smoky oak flavors,

ending long and soothing.

Sea Smoke, "Southing", Sta. Rita Hills, California, 2017 .............................................................................................. 142

Elegant, well-propotioned and full-bodied, with spicy sour cherry, fresh earth, mineral and dusty sage notes.

Medium Intensity Listed from milder to stronger

Sanford, Santa Rita Hills, California, 2013 ........................................................................................................................ 80

Black cherry, plum and dusty berry flavors, bright acidity, supple tannins.

Cebada, Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2014 .................................................................................................................... 64

Fruity, rustic and earthy aromas and flavors of cranberry, red apple, and ripe tomato with juicy notes of raspberry, cherry

and pomegranate, all balanced by well-integrated, dusty tannins, fresh acidity, and a softly textured finish.

GoGi, "Southpaw", Sta. Rita Hills, California, 2015 ...................................................................................................... 110

Ripe pomegranate, bright cranberry and a hint of dried fig. A seamless integration of dark fruit, plush tannins and

minerality.

Paul Lato, "The Contender Drum Canyon Vineyard", Santa Rita Hills, California, 2016 ...................................... 130

Opens with aromas of ripe cherry, black plums, spice box and tar. On the palate, it's medium-bodied with racy acidity,

excellent mid-palate depth and a crunchy core of fruit, concluding with a complex, rich finish.

Casa Dumetz, "Hilliard Bruce", Santa Rita Hills, California, 2018 ............................................................................... 76

Medium ruby-purple color and nose of gravel dust, fresh blueberries, lilac, orange peel and peppercorn with perfumed earth,

black and red cherries, woodsmoke, dried tobacco leaf and meaty hints.

D'Alfonso-Curran, "Rancho La Viña", Santa Rita Hills, California, 2010 .................................................................. 113

A blend of maturity and youth, with vibrant maraschino cherry, rhubarb, fresh herb and underbrush flavors, supported by

gutsy, earth-laced tannins.

Kitá, "Hilliard Bruce Vineyard", Santa Rita Hills, California, 2013 .............................................................................. 97

Notes of hibiscus meet with red cherry, cola and cinnamon. Intriguing chalky tannins frame the palate, where pomegranate

and ripe cranberry flavors are leveled by a black-tea element.

Sea Smoke, "Ten", Santa Rita Hills, California, 2017 .................................................................................................... 182

Ripe, rich black cherry & blackberry with a complex spicy finish.

Sea Smoke, "Ten", Santa Rita Hills, California, 2016 .................................................................................................... 182

Finely textured, with well-knit flavors of red currant, raspberry and cherry that are plushly spiced. Chocolate and savory

notes show midpalate, presenting a rich finish of sandalwood and thyme.

Pali Wine Co., "Fiddlestix Vineyard", Santa Rita Hills, California, 2014 ................................................................... 105

Intense and vibrant, with a zesty mix of wild berry, raspberry, anise, cedar and mocha notes.

Au Bon Climat, "Sanford & Benedict Vineyard", Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2015 ............................................ 85

Pronounced cherry, pomegranate, coffee and spice flavors, as well as an overlay of toasty oak.

Kosta Browne, "Gap's Crown Vineyard", Sonoma Coast, California, 2016 ............................................................... 195

Lots of purple fruit with cherry and raspberry character and hints of violets on the nose. Full body that is very dense with

defined layers. Yet, remains agile and fresh.

Merlot

Markham, Napa Valley, California, 2015 ........................................................................................................................... 43

Luscious red raspberry and dark currant flavors that are supported by crisp acidity. Smoky notes show on the spicy finish.

Rutherford Hill, Napa Valley, California, 2014 ................................................................................................................ 56

Ripe, dense flavors of roasted plum and dried black cherry. Cigar box notes show on the finish.

Gainey, Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2015 ..................................................................................................................... 44

Enticingly fresh, vivid aromas of black cherry and red plum fruit, perfectly complemented by fragrant rose hips tea, sweet oak

and light herbal tones.

Stags' Leap Winery, Napa Valley, California, 2014 .......................................................................................................... 56

Aromatics of ripe red cherry and sweet strawberry jam lead to flavors of rich red fruit and toasted almonds with a hint of

black truffles. A full-bodied mid palate carries through to a long finish.

Syrah

Medium Intensity


Summerland, Paso Robles, California, 2013 ...................................................................................................................... 42

This beautifully balanced wine offers layers of ripe blackberry/ currant fruit on the palate intertwined with cocoa. An

explosive fruit entry leads to a long, lingering finish highlighted by notes of sweet oak.

Andrew Murray, "Tous Les Jours", Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2016 ..................................................................... 54

Beefy cola, rhubarb and wild berry aromas are rich and full-bodied in this well-balanced red, which ends on a simpler note.

Zaca Mesa, Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2012 ............................................................................................................... 46

Structured, with notes of blueberry and grilled herb, finish of cedary tannins.


Presents a mix of dried dark berry, cedar, tobacco and spice, with touches of black licorice and anise, gaining depth and

complexity on the finish.

Full Intensity


Cambria, "Tepusquet Vineyard", Santa Maria Valley, California, 2013 ...................................................................... 50

Cassis, violet, black peppercorn, cherry cola, mocha, cinnamon and earth bolstered by plenty of acidity and fine-grained

tannins.

Alban, "Patrina Alban Estate", Edna Valley, California, 2014 ........................................................................................ 88

Blackberry and smoky meat aromas open to polished, complex flavors of dark plum, fruitcake spices and mineral that finish

with refined tannins.

Alban, "Reva Alban Estate", Edna Valley, California, 2014 .......................................................................................... 150

A real treat. This wine received a perfect score for it's incredible bouquet and richness. Aromas of crème de cassis,

blackberry, seaweed, and ground sage. Massive and full-bodied balancing fruit and richness with elegance, grace and

balance, ending with silky tannins.

Alban, "Reva Alban Estate", Edna Valley, California, 2013 .......................................................................................... 140

Refined yet dynamic, with a structured and balanced core of acidity and tannins framed by formidable black raspberry, smoky

meat, licorice and orange zest flavors that build momentum toward polished tannins.

Cabernet

Medium Intensity


Justin, Paso Robles, California, 2016 .................................................................................................................................. 67

Aromas of black cherry, plum and an assortment of spice, vanilla and toasty oak are prevalent.

Simi, Alexander Valley, California, 2013 ........................................................................................................................... 57

Wild berries, ripe plums and sweet oak mingle with approachable tannins.

Ancient Peaks, Santa Margarita Ranch, California, 2017 ................................................................................................ 50

A tasty mix of supple dark berry, savory herb, cedar and tobacco flavors. Has the requisite tannins amid a mix of dried mocha

notes.

Full Intensity Listed from milder to stronger

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, "Artemis", Napa Valley, California, 2016 .......................................................................... 119

Full-bodied, flavors of blackberry, currant and plum with a full rich finish.

Paul Hobbs, Napa Valley, California, 2014 ..................................................................................................................... 182

Full-bodied with cedar, dark berry, black licorice, gravel and road tar. It's intense, chewy and tannic, with an underlying

measure of finesse and detail.

Daou, Paso Robles, California, 2015 ................................................................................................................................... 67

Plump and juicy, this seamless effort is focused on red berry and jammy notes, showing plush tannins, depth of flavor and

length. Ultraripe but stays within bounds.


This is a beautifully deep colored wine with a nose of fresh boysenberry, black currant, tobacco, and clove, which is

complemented with hints of vanilla and cassis.

Caymus, Napa Valley, California, 2015 ............................................................................................................................ 156

Exhibits a strong dusty mocha aroma that turns chocolatey on the palate, partially masking the medium-weight Cabernet

fruit underneath. Fans of mocha will be in love.

Crown Point, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, California, 2014 ................................................................................ 200

Rich and powerfully spiced, featuring finely textured dark plum, currant and dark cherry flavors that are quite creamy.

Crown Point, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, California, 2013 ................................................................................ 250

An impressive effort that's vibrant, rich and expressive. Intense spice, cedar and dark berry notes, with touches of anise,

mocha and dried herb.

Groth, Oakville, California, 2014 ...................................................................................................................................... 117

Big and lush with an abundance of fruit and incredible mouth feel in the aroma and flavor. Soft and supple.

Round Pond Estate, "Kith & Kin", Napa Valley, California, 2014 ................................................................................. 63

A striking example of a balanced wine, featuring ripe, juicy dark berry, spice, herb and dusty oak, with firm yet tender

tannins that let the flavors glide happily along.

Jordan, Alexander Valley, California, 2013 ..................................................................................................................... 113

Rich in texture with opulent flavors, a restrained framework of oak and a lingering finish of subtle earth, cigar tobacco and

cedar.

Dunn Vineyards, Howell Mountain, California, 2013 .................................................................................................. 226

A rustic, hearty style that's not shy about extraction, density or oak, offering a chewy mouthful of graphite- and lead pencil-

shaded dark berry flavors.

Three Saints, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, California, 2013 .................................................................................. 54

Rich earth, black pepper and ripe plum.

Flora Springs, "Holy Smoke Vineyard", Napa Valley, California, 2009 ..................................................................... 152

Black and red fruit profile, the mid-palate exhibits notes of cinnamon spice and cedar with flecks of Belgian chocolate and

truffles.

Joseph Phelps, Napa Valley, California, 2014 ................................................................................................................. 133

A mix of lively dark berry, currant and black cherry flavors. Toasty, cedary oak ending with a woody presence and gripping

tannins.

Lancaster Estate, Alexander Valley, California, 2010 ..................................................................................................... 117

Done in a Bordeaux style, this shows dusty, cedary cigar box and tobacco notes amid graphite accents and gravel-laced

tannins.

Inglenook, Rutherford, California, 2014 .......................................................................................................................... 115

Dense purple in color, with notes of creme de cassis, blackberry, cedar wood and forest floor, the wine is full-bodied,

beautifully concentrated and pure, with moderate tannins

Palmaz, Napa Valley, California, 2008 ............................................................................................................................. 163

Offers a mix of ripe currant, cherry and plum fruit, with spicy herb and earth notes that pick up green olive, anise, cedary oak

and mineral flavors. Ends with firm, ripe tannins.

Inglenook, "Rubicon", Rutherford, California, 2009 ...................................................................................................... 240

A classy effort, rich and layered, restrained and structured, featuring fine tension between the dried currant, cedar, cigar box

and anise flavors and the firm, fine-grained tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot.

Red Blend

Medium Intensity


GSM, The Feminist Party, Santa Barbara County, California, 2018 ............................................................................. 76

Perky and easygoing, with lively raspberry, spiced cinnamon and smoky anise flavors that glide along the finish. Grenache,

Syrah and Mourvèdre.

Sangiovese, Field Recordings, "Freddo", Paso Robles, California, 2018 ...................................................................... 39

Aged in stainless and then put through carbonic maceration. Creston Ridge, Martin Brothers and Shandon Hills vineyards.

Lighter in style and fruit forward.

Kitá, "Spe'y Camp 4 Vineyard", Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2013 ........................................................................... 52

A deep colored wine that has an aromatic profile bursting with blueberries, violets, truffle oil, cinnamon, and traces of coffee.

Grenache/Syrah, Axis Mundi, "Windmill Vineyard", Ballard Canyon, California, 2014 .............................................

Zesty and appealingly rustic, with low-key raspberry, white pepper and mineral accents. Grenache and Syrah. Drink now

through 2023. 330 cases made.

Kitá, "Kalaš Camp 4 Vineyard", Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2014 .......................................................................... 50

A blend of bright crisp acidity, medium body and a culmination of spices, earthy tones and blackberries.

GSM, Honest Poetry, Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2016 ............................................................................................. 45

Medium body and balanced acidity offers notes of dried cherry, fig and toasted oak with a hint of caramel and vanilla. A touch

of spice on the finish. 75% grenache, 24% syrah, 1% mouvedre

Bodega Numanthia, "Termes", Toro, Castilla Y León, Spain, 2009 ............................................................................... 95

The mouthfeel is balanced and vibrant with a continuation of fruit flavors. After a lively and intense attack, an explosion of

blueberries and blackberries, the end of mouth is long and persistent, with notes of chocolate and tobacco.

Full Intensity Listed from milder to stronger

Proprietor's Blend, Chappellet, "Mountain Cuvée", Napa-Sonoma Counties, California, 2016 ............................. 58

This offers concentrated, brambly flavors of dark plum, kirsch and dark currant that feature plenty of savory accents. Baker's

chocolate notes show on the finish.

Red, Ferrari-Carano, "Siena", Sonoma County, California, 2015 ................................................................................... 52

An eclectic blend, with a zesty sense of style, offering compelling raspberry, smoky anise and spice flavors that have a snappy

finish. Sangiovese, Malbec, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Crown Point, "Relevant Red", Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, California, 2013 .................................................. 210

blend of 30% Syrah, 30% Malbec, 30% Petit Verdot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon is a stunner. Dark as night and

extremely viscous in the glass, this shows deep blueberry, uncrushed peppercorns and touches of smoked meat on the nose.

Happy Canyon Vineyards, "Piocho", Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, California, 2013 ........................................ 64

Supple, with fine-grained tannins behind the well-structured flavors of dried berry, currant and plum, accented by

sandalwood notes. Juicy and minerally on the finish.

Proprietary Red, Crown Point, "Estate Selection", Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, California, 2014 ............... 200

Lushly spiced, with a deep well of inky red plum, cherry and raspberry flavors, supported by silky tannins. The creamy finish

offers cappuccino and chocolate accents. Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Merlot.

Booker, "My Favorite Neighbor", Paso Robles, California, 2016 ................................................................................. 140

Offers smokin' notes of crème de cassis, lead pencil shavings, licorice, smoke tobacco, and hints of violets. Full-bodied and still

fresh with chalky, moderate tannins and elegant and length.

Hammell Wine Alliance, "True Believer", California .................................................................................................... 154

This deep ruby colored beauty offers tons of ripe blackberry, currants, smoked herbs, pepper and melted licorice-like aromatics.

Opus One, Napa Valley, California, 2014 ........................................................................................................................ 345

Rich and creamy, intense and layered, featuring a mix of blackberry, licorice, mocha, cedar and tobacco flavors, with a touch

of gravelly earth. The tannins are firm and gripping, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Malbec.

Justin, "Isosceles", Paso Robles, California, 2014 ........................................................................................................... 128

Tannins marry with ripe fruit and flavors of coffee, butterscotch and a hint of black mission fig.

Saxum, "Broken Stones", Paso Robles, California, 2016................................................................................................ 190

Deeply structured, yet expressive and balanced, with bold blackberry, river stone, white pepper and grilled anise flavors that

build power toward big but polished tannins. Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Roussanne and Petite Sirah.

Red, Joseph Phelps, "Insignia", Napa Valley, California, 2014 .................................................................................... 315

Rich and juicy, with layers of blackberry, subtle herb and spice, cedary oak and gravelly earth, accented by shades of tobacco

and cigar box. Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec.

Peter Michael Winery, "Les Pavots", Knights Valley, California, 2015 ...................................................................... 285

Remarkably complex and nuanced, with a firm mix of cedary oak and mocha notes and tight dark berry, anise, gravel and

spice flavors, finishing long and persistent. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot.

More Reds


Malbec, Terrazas de los Andes, "Reserva", Mendoza, Argentina, 2014 ........................................................................ 51

This shows good cut to the luscious red fruit and spice flavors. Delivers a snap of licorice midpalate, with a crisp finish that

offers white pepper and roasted hazelnut notes.

Grenache, Clementine Carter, "Kimsey", Santa Barbara County, California, 2018 .................................................... 76

Kirsch, crushed flowers, framboise, licorice, and ground pepper all emerge from this medium to full-bodied, silky, seamless

beauty that has sweet tannin, a balanced, ethereal texture, and a great finish.

Grenache, Herman Story, "On The Road", California, 2014 ........................................................................................... 88

A ripe, sexy beauty that's loaded with classic Grenache notes of black cherries, licorice, smoked herbs and earth.

Full Intensity


Zinfandel, Castoro Cellars, "Zinfusion Reserve", Paso Robles, California, 2016 ....................................................... 48

Beautifully melded pomegranate, black currant and mocha-spice with soft, lush tannins.

Grenache, Booker, "Ripper", Paso Robles, California, 2014 ......................................................................................... 145

A wine that's all about the limestone, showing structure and focus. Dark raspberry, crushed rock and licorice aromas lead to

dense but rich flavors of smoky plum, dusty sage and white pepper.

Petite Sirah, Girard, Napa Valley, California, 2013 ......................................................................................................... 55

Savory with a beefy teriyaki note to complement the core of rustic, juicy blackberry and dark plum flavors. Shows plenty of

spice and cedar accents on the firm finish.

Zinfandel, Turley, "Old Vines", California, 2016 ............................................................................................................. 65

Exhibits a lovely bouquet of raspberries, plums, cherries and licorice. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, deep and

concentrated, with rich structuring tannins, a generous core of fleshy fruit and a long, flavorful finish.

Zinfandel, Turley, "Dusi Vineyard", Paso Robles, California, 2016 ............................................................................. 88

A classic Paso Robles Zinfandel, the 2016 Dusi Vineyard is bold, powerful and voluptuous. Dark cherry and plum fruit fill

out the wine's ample frame.

Petite Syrah, Turley, "Estate", Napa Valley, California, 2016 ......................................................................................... 69

Broad-shouldered and deeply flavored, this red pairs floral huckleberry, sandalwood, clove and pepper flavors with a potent

structure.

Bubbles in Smaller Bottles

Sparkling Rosé, Chandon, California, 187ml .................................................................................................................... 12

Bright apple and cherry aromas combine with crisp, easy going flavors that finish with festive acidity.

Brut, Mumm Napa, "Prestige", Napa Valley, California, 187ml.................................................................................... 15

Soft and creamy, with easygoing tropical fruit and spice flavors.

Brut Rosé, Moët & Chandon, "Impérial", Champagne, France, 375ml ......................................................................... 75

Mouthwatering acidity drives this sleek rosé Champagne, with juicy star fruit and raspberry flavors.

Brut, Chandon, California, 375ml ........................................................................................................................................ 25

Nutty flavors with hints of brioche that build to a refreshingly dry finish.

Moët & Chandon, "Impérial", Champagne, France, 187ml............................................................................................. 24

Well-balanced, exhibiting flavors of light toast, Gala apple, honey and ginger, with smoke and mineral notes.

Brut, Veuve Clicquot, Champagne, France, Vintage, 375ml ........................................................................................... 75

A vivid version, like raw silk on the palate, with a powerful frame of acidity.

Half Bottles|Chardonnay (375ml)

Summerland, Chardonnay, Santa Barbara County, California, 2016 .............................................................................. 24

Smooth and silky, fruit-driven with creamy texture and lovely notes of peach, pear and citrus.

Cakebread Cellars, Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California, 2016 ..................................................................................... 52

Fans of pure, tart, flinty Chardonnay without oak will find this alluring. Zesty acidity keeps the flavors lively.

Half Bottles|Pinot Noir (375ml)

Summerland, Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara County, California, 2014 .................................................................................. 35

Ripe blueberry, black cherry and plum balanced by rich creamy vanilla leading to a smooth lingering finish.

Sanford, Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills, California, 2013, 750ml ......................................................................................... 42

Black cherry, plum and dusty berry flavors, bright acidity, supple tannins.

Half Bottles|Merlot (375ml)

Alexander Valley Vineyards, Merlot, Alexander Valley, California, 2016 ..................................................................... 24

Spicy aromas of dark fruits, cassis, cherry, plum, vanilla, oak, and slight chocolate. A big, nicely balanced wine with chewy

tannins on the long finish.

Half Bottles|Cabernet (375ml)

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, Cabernet Sauvignon, "Artemis", Napa Valley, California, 2014......................................... 58

Well-built, with rich dark berry, cedary oak, savory herb and tobacco flavors, ending with earth-laced tannins that cast a

gravelly edge.

Half Bottles|Red Blend (375ml)

Franciscan Estate, Meritage, "Magnificat", Napa Valley, California, 2007 ...................................................................... 56

Rich and complex layers of mixed dark cherry, cassis and plum with hints of chocolate.

Justin, "Isosceles", Paso Robles, California, 2014 ................................................................................................................. 62

Tannins marry with ripe fruit and flavors of coffee, butterscotch and a hint of black mission fig.

Dessert Wines

J. Wilkes, Pinot Blanc, Late Harvest, Santa Maria Valley, California, 2012, 375ml .................................................... 45

Expectedly viscous yet intriguingly grippy. Flavors of dried lemon peel, chamomile and honey butter, finishing on peanut

brittle.

The Royal Tokaji Wine Company, Aszú 5 Puttonyos, "Red Label", Tokaji, Hungary, 2013 .................................... 54

This Hungarian treasure shows characteristics of a vivid gold color with honeyed apricot and orange peel flavors uplifted

with dramatic acidity.

The wines on this Progressive Wine Menu are grouped in Flavor Categories. Wines with similar flavors are listed in

a simple sequence starting with those that are sweeter and very mild in taste, progressing to the wines that are

drier and stronger in taste.

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Sweet


Coppo, "Moncalvina Canelli", Moscato d'Asti, Piedmont, Italy ........................................................................ 9

Riesling, SeaGlass, Monterey-Santa Barbara Counties, California, 2017 ...................................................... 10

Light Intensity


Pinot Grigio, Quail Crossing, Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2015 ................................................................ 11

Rosé, Stolpman Vineyards, "Para Maria de los Tecolotes", Santa Barbara County, California, 2018 ....... 10

Sauvignon Blanc, Star Lane Vineyard, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, California, 2017 ....................... 12

Medium Intensity


Sauvignon Blanc, Kitá, "Camp 4 Vineyard", Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2018 ....................................... 13

Kitá, "T'Aya Camp 4 Vineyard", Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2015 ............................................................ 10

Full Intensity


Chardonnay, Fess Parker, Santa Barbara County, California, 2017 ................................................................ 12

Chardonnay, Foxen, "Bien Nacido Vineyard Block UU", Santa Maria Valley, California, 2017 ............... 18

Saline notes accent the nectarine and green apple flavors that are filled with a mineral richness. Light butter and spicy details

emerge on the finish.

Chardonnay, Kitá, "Hilliard Bruce Vineyard", Santa Rita Hills, California, 2015 ....................................... 14

Reds by the Glass

Light Intensity


Pinot Noir, Byron, "Nielson Vineyard", Santa Maria Valley, California, 2014 ............................................. 14

Pinot Noir, Ken Brown, Santa Rita Hills, California, 2015 ............................................................................... 22


Pinot Noir, Cebada, Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2014 ................................................................................. 16

Sangiovese, Field Recordings, "Freddo", Paso Robles, California, 2018 ........................................................ 10

Grenache/Syrah, Axis Mundi, "Windmill Vineyard", Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2012....................... 10

Syrah, Andrew Murray, "Tous Les Jours", Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2016 .......................................... 12

Cabernet Sauvignon, Justin, Paso Robles, California, 2016 ............................................................................. 18

Merlot, Gainey, Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2016......................................................................................... 12

Cabernet Sauvignon, Ancient Peaks, Santa Margarita Ranch, California, 2017 ........................................... 12

Syrah, Kitá, "Camp 4 Vineyard", Santa Ynez Valley, California, 2016 ........................................................... 15

Full Intensity


Zinfandel, Castoro Cellars, "Zinfusion Reserve", Paso Robles, California, 2016 ......................................... 10

Proprietor's Blend, Chappellet, "Mountain Cuvée", Napa-Sonoma Counties, California, 2016 ............... 18

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