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9-LAYER LASAGNA
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Porcini Mushroom Marmalade | Aged Parmesan | Madeira | Fresh Australian Black Truffle
A5 JAPANESE WAGYU RIBEYE
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Chickpea Crêpe | Smoked Eggplant | Baby Squash | Sweet Pepper | Walnut Dukkah
adrôit
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Trousseau | "Siletto Vineyard” | San Benito County | 2023
ALBAN, SYRAH, “REVA,” EDNA VALLEY 2007
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The original “Rhône Ranger,” John Alban is a pioneer of the Rhône revolution that swept through California’s Central Coast. His estate is located in the Edna Valley, near Arroyo Grande in San Luis Obispo County. Reva is pure Syrah grown in light, chalky soils. This combination results in a wine with inky color, concentrated flavors, and a unique iodine and oyster shell aromatic. Densely-packed blueberry and crème de cassis, with licorice, smoke and candied-violet nuances adding complexity. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2025-2035 FOOD PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fantastic with grilled or roasted pork, game, beef, or lamb, as well as most smoked meats. It is also very good with hearty Asian-inspired dishes. DECANT: 2-4 hours in advance STEMWARE: Large glasses such as Zalto Denk’Art Bordeaux or Riedel Sommeliers Hermitage Grand Cru IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 65°F
Alta Nova
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Cabernet Sauvignon | “Reserve" | Napa Valley | 2019
BEEF TATAKI
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Black Sesame Cracker | Enoki Mushroom | Karashi
BONE-IN BERKSHIRE PORK CHOP
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Melted Leeks | Broccolini Frito | Baby Bell Tomato Agrodolce | Fennel Pollen
BRICK CHICKEN
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Saffron Rice | Piperade | Chorizo | Charred Romaine | Caper-Brown Butter
CALIFORNIA WHITE SEABASS
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Chochoyotes | Cranberry Beans | Nopales | Romano Beans | Mole Amarillo
CARAMEL CORN CAKE
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Dulce de Leche | Vanilla | Toffee
CHÂTEAU CHEVAL BLANC, SAINT-ÉMILION, BORDEAUX 2015
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One of one of the most prestigious wines in Bordeaux, the location of Cheval Blanc on the Pomerol border is part of the reason for the voluptuous character. Comprised of 55% Cabernet Franc, 40% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, the vines average 45 years of age, with some parcels of Cabernet Franc being more than 100 years old! This is a wine for the future which will earn a legendary status as it evolves and matures. The nose explodes with plums, cherries, graphite, tobacco, and violets. This wine is sensuous, fresh and vibrant. It possesses incredible richness, while still remaining light on its feet. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2030-2040 PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: A “Right Bank” Bordeaux-style blend which offers a softer tannin profile and richer mid-palate, this wine matches with a wide variety of meats including squab, lamb, and leaner cuts of beef. Try it with Beef Bourguignon! DECANT: 1-2 hours in advance STEMWARE: Large Bordeaux glasses, ideally Zalto Denk’Art Bordeaux or Riedel Sommeliers Bordeaux Grand Cru IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 60°F
CHOPPED MEXICAN STREET CORN SALAD
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Little Gem | Haricot Verts | Grilled Papaya | Cilantro Crema | Chipotle-Salsa Macha
COLGIN CELLARS, “ESTATE IX,” RED WINE, NAPA VALLEY 2012
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Crafted by winemaker Allison Tauziet and winemaking consultant Dr. Alain Raynaud, this stunning Bordeaux-style blend is comprised of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc and 8% Petit Verdot. The IX Estate was named after the date (September 9th) that Ann Colgin was married on the Pritchard Hill site, overlooking Lake Hennessey. The 20-acre, east-facing, vineyard was meticulously planted in weathered igneous rock by superstar viticulturalist, David Abreu. This wine explodes with inky cassis and blackberry, graphite and floral notes, yet shows pristine harmony and equilibrium. The iron and the crushed rock flavors from "IX Estate" beam through the fruit giving this wine a perfect sense of place. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2025-2035 PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: The rich flavor and high tannin in Cabernet Sauvignon make it a perfect partner for rich grilled meats and flavorful sauces. Its savory qualities like tobacco and black pepper pair well with foods high in umami. Think Marinated Ribeye Steak with Sauce au Poivre! DECANT: 1-2 hours in advance STEMWARE: Large Bordeaux glasses, ideally Zalto Denk’Art Bordeaux or Riedel Sommeliers Bordeaux Grand Cru IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 65°F
CRAB AND CAVIAR
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Dungeness Crab | Protégé Reserve Caviar | Yuzu Sabayon
DETERT FAMILY, CABERNET FRANC, “EAST BLOCK,” OAKVILLE 2018
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The Detert "East Block” is a 7-acre parcel of old-vine Cabernet Franc within the historic To Kalon Vineyard. Planted in 1949, this is believed to be the first planting of Cabernet Franc in Napa Valley. In 2009, winemaker Tom Garrett began holding back one barrel of East Block so that he could showcase the extraordinary quality of these heritage vines and pay homage to the vineyard’s history. The exceptionally well-drained alluvial soils of the East Block, situated on the famed Oakville Bench, produce a powerful, incredibly complex and sophisticated Cabernet Franc. This wine dazzles with aromas of violets, sage, dark berries, bittersweet-chocolate, and anise. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2028-2038 PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: The rich flavor and high tannin in Cabernet Sauvignon make it a perfect partner for rich grilled meats and flavorful sauces. Its savory qualities like tobacco and black pepper pair well with foods high in umami. Think Marinated Ribeye Steak with Sauce au Poivre! DECANT: 1-2 hours in advance STEMWARE: Large Bordeaux glasses, ideally Zalto Denk’Art Bordeaux or Riedel Sommeliers Bordeaux Grand Cru IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 65°F
DOMAINE DU COMTE LIGER-BELAIR, VOSNE-ROMANÉE, “CLOS DU CHÂTEAU,” BURGUNDY 2018
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An authentic “clos,” surrounded by four walls, this monopole vineyard is contiguous with Grand Cru, Romanée Saint-Vivant. Due to the high proportion of compact pink limestone in this vineyard, Clos du Château produces a Pinot Noir marked by a striking minerality and tension. This wine displays a haunting perfume brimming with vivid pomegranate, violets and a discreet note of Asian spice. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2025-2035 FOOD PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: A very versatile food pairing wine, given its brighter acidity and lower tannin, Pinot Noir pairs particularly well with duck, chicken, pork, and mushrooms. It also compliments Asian food beautifully, particularly roasted meats served with a Chinese Five-Spice Sauce. DECANT: I generally prefer not to decant Red Burgundy in order to preserve its perfumed fragrance, however, this could benefit from a gentle 30-minute decantation if consumed prior to 2025. STEMWARE: Large Burgundy glasses such as Zalto Denk’Art Burgundy or Riedel Sommeliers Burgundy Grand Cru IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 60°F
DOMAINE LEFLAIVE, PULIGNY-MONTRACHET, “LES PUCELLES,” 1ER CRU, BURGUNDY 2017
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Leflaive needs little introduction to wine lovers. It is one of the world’s great wine domains, producing some of Burgundy’s most sought-after white wines. Contiguous with Grand Cru, Bâtard-Montrachet, Les Pucelles produces a comparable quality and character. This is a mineral-driven Chardonnay with tons of finesse. The stony and slightly reductive nose offers scents of peach, lemon, hazelnut and brioche. The palate shows freshness and energy that makes it an incredible candidate for graceful aging. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2025-2035 PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: This richer Chardonnay sings with seared scallops, sautéed or roasted fish, or even pork tenderloin with apples. For vegetarians, look to seasonal produce like corn, pumpkin, and mushrooms. DECANT: While it’s not necessary, this wine could benefit from a 30-minute decant if consumed prior to 2023. STEMWARE: Large Burgundy glasses like the Zalto Denk’Art Burgundy or Riedel Vinum Montrachet/Chardonnay IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 55°F
Domaine Pellé
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Menetou-Salon | "Les Blanchais” | Loire Valley | 2023
DOMAINE RAVENEAU, CHABLIS, “MONTÉE DE TONNERRE,” 1ER CRU, BURGUNDY 2016
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The undisputed king of Chablis, the domaine is an icon not only for Chablis lovers, but for those who crave transparency in their wine. Pure Chardonnay, harvested by hand from 50 year-old vines planted in Kimmeridgian limestone. Aged for 18 months in 132-liter feuillette, of which 20% were new. Offers the classic scents of green fruits, beeswax, lavender honey, and oyster shells. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2022-2030 PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: This bright, crisp expression of Chardonnay is mind-blowing with raw seafoods like oysters and sushi! It is also powerful enough to stand up to sautéed fish, Chicken Piccata, or even vegetable risotto. The minerality and delicate flavors of Chablis really call for bright, delicate foods. DECANT: While it’s not necessary, this wine could benefit from a 30-minute decant if consumed prior to 2023. STEMWARE: All-purpose white wine glasses, ideally Zalto Denk’Art Universal or Riedel Vinum Chardonnay/Viognier IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 50°F
Dominique Lafon
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Chardonnay | Burgundy | 2023
Dönnhoff
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Riesling | “Oberhäuser Leistenberg” | Kabinett | Nahe | 2024
“FISH & CHIPS”
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Hamachi | Asian Pear | Red Curry | Pickled Jalapeño
GIACOMO CONTERNO, BAROLO, "FRANCIA," PIEDMONT 2010
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Perhaps the greatest of all Nebbiolo producers, Giacomo Conterno is the quintessence of “traditional” Barolo, with massively structured wines capable of extremely long development in bottle. The Cascina Francia vineyard, located in in Serralunga, was acquired in 1974. With its fabulous southern exposure, this site is ideal for the powerful Conterno style. The nose teases with sweet rose petals, polished sandlewood, and fine mineral notes. An incredible combination of power and finesse, the palate is packed with ripe tannins. The remarkable purity and persistence of ripe cherry and plum, which has a slightly wild and exotic edge to it, accents licorice and sweet tobacco flavors. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2025-2035 PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: With Nebbiolo’s delicate aromas but bold tannin, you’ll want to pair with meats that have enough fat to absorb the ample tannin. The wine’s high acidity gives it the ability to match higher acid foods with saltiness, but remember to balance by adding enough fat or oil to compliment the wine’s tannin. Barolo is traditionally paired with hearty fare like Italian-inspired Braised Shortribs or Wild Mushroom Risotto dishes. It also pairs beautifully with Asian cuisine such as Pekin Duck with Hoisin Sauce. DECANT: 1-2 hours in advance STEMWARE: Large Burgundy glasses such as Zalto Denk’Art Burgundy or Riedel Sommeliers Burgundy Grand Cru IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 65°F
JEAN-LOUIS CHAVE, HERMITAGE, RHÔNE VALLEY 2007
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Jean-Louis Chave represents the 16th generation of unbroken winemaking lineage in the Northern Rhône Valley dating back to 1481. Jean Louis joined his father Gérard in 1992 after earning a degree in oenology at UC Davis. The key to perfect balance is in their mastery of blending. The Chave family has never released a single vineyard Hermitage. Produced from 100% Syrah, the wine is assembled from outstanding vineyards throughout the region. However, the backbone comes from 50-80 year-old vines located in the steep, granitic “Les Bessards.” The Chave methods are thoroughly traditional—low yields, whole-cluster fermentation, and minimal new oak. The result is the haunting aroma of lavender and Herbs de Provence, followed by powerful flavors of black and blue berries, pepper bacon, and scorched earth. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2022-2032 FOOD PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fantastic with grilled or roasted pork, game, beef, or lamb, as well as most smoked meats. It is also very good with hearty Asian-inspired dishes. DECANT: 1-2 hours in advance STEMWARE: Large glasses such as Zalto Denk’Art Bordeaux or Riedel Sommeliers Hermitage Grand Cru IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 65°F
KONGSGAARD, "THE FIMASAURUS," NAPA VALLEY 2012
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After 20 years of winemaking in the Napa Valley, John Kongsgaard launched his own label in 1996. The 2004 Food & Wine Magazine, "Winemaker of the Year," has since become one of the most influential and revered winemakers in country. The Fimasaurus is a personal ‘homage’ to John’s very close friend, Russian pianist Yefim "Fima" Bronfman. This wine is extremely rare, with only 100 cases produced from a blend of co-fermented Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grown on a rocky hilltop vineyard on Atlas Peak. Like Fima himself, the wine is powerful and intense, showing loads of blackcurrants, plums, menthol, dark chocolate, and baking spice. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2021-2030 PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: A “Right Bank” Bordeaux-style blend which offers a softer tannin profile and richer mid-palate, this wine matches with a wide variety of meats including squab, lamb, and leaner cuts of beef. Try it with Beef Bourguignon! DECANT: 1-2 hours in advance STEMWARE: Large Bordeaux glasses, ideally Zalto Denk’Art Bordeaux or Riedel Sommeliers Bordeaux Grand Cru IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 65°F
Lopez de Heredia
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"Viña Bosconia" | Reserva | Rioja | 2014
MARCASSIN, PINOT NOIR, “MARCASSIN ESTATE VINEYARD," SONOMA COAST 2014
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Marcassin (French for ‘young wild boar’) is owned by renowned winemaker Helen Turley and viticulturalist John Wetlaufer. Helen earned her stellar reputation making Pahlmeyer, Peter Michael, Colgin Cellars, and Bryant Family. She crafts a unique and powerful expression of Sonoma Coast wine through ripe fruit, indigenous yeast, and François Frères French oak aging. Loads of framboise, black cherry liqueur, and strawberry preserves, complicated by nuances of baking spices and cola nut. Dense, powerful, and opulent, the wines have a reputation for aging extremely well. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2025-2035 PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: This richer Pinot Noir stands up to sautéed or roasted game, or even pork tenderloin. DECANT: While it’s not necessary, this wine could benefit from a 30-minute decant if consumed prior to 2025. STEMWARE: Large Burgundy glasses such as Zalto Denk’Art Burgundy or Riedel Sommeliers Burgundy Grand Cru IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 60°F
MARQUIS D'ANGERVILLE, “CHAMPANS,” VOLNAY, 1ER CRU, BURGUNDY 2018
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For a half century, the name “d’Angerville” has been synonymous with the greatest Volnay. Guillaume d’Angerville took over the venerated domaine upon his father's death in 2003, and crafts highly aromatic wines full of complexity and aging potential. Great sites, old vines and non-interventionist winemaking, learned from his father, allow these fine terroirs to be fully expressed. Rich and full, characterized by plum, licorice and brown spice aromas, all delivered with intensity and superb delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with velvety tannins, darker fruit and crushed rock frame the long, concentrated finish. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2025-2035 FOOD PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: Burgundy pairs very well with duck, chicken, and mushrooms. It also compliments Asian food, particularly roasted pekin duck served with a Chinese Five-Spice Sauce. DECANT: I generally prefer not to decant Red Burgundy in order to preserve its perfumed fragrance, however, this could benefit from a gentle 30-minute decantation if consumed prior to 2025. STEMWARE: Large Burgundy glasses such as Zalto Denk’Art Burgundy or Riedel Sommeliers Burgundy Grand Cru IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 60°F
MILK BREAD
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Stepladder Creamery Cultured Butter | Balinese Sea Salt
MIYAZAKI A5 WAGYU RIBEYE
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Chickpea Crêpe | Smoked Eggplant | Baby Squash | Sweet Pepper | Walnut Dukkah
PEACH GAZPACHO
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Chilled Lobster | Brokaw Avocado | Toasted Focaccia | Cilantro
“PEAS AND CARROTS”
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Hand-Rolled Agnolotti | English Peas | Nantes Carrots | Madras Curry | Sultana Raisins | Thai Basil
Presqu’ile
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Pinot Noir | "Presqu'ile Vineyard” | Santa Maria Valley | 2023
PROTÉGÉ RESERVE CAVIAR
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Bluefin Tuna | Toasted Rice | Pickled Mango | Lemongrass
SAKURA WOOD-SMOKED CALIFORNIA KING SALMON
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Summer Nage | English Pea | Butter Lettuce | Fines Herbes
SELECTIONS FROM OUR CHEESE CART
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Brown Butter-Honey | Ruby Rush Grapes | Candied Pecans
SHIGOKU OYSTER
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Whipped Rosé | Mignonette
SPANISH OCTOPUS
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Artichoke | Panisse | Romesco | Picholine Olive Tapenade
Vivier
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Rosé of Pinot Noir | Sonoma Coast | 2025
WOLFE RANCH QUAIL ROULADE
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Spoon Bread | Collard Greens | Pancetta | Cherry