American Wines

                                      MERLOT

ARBOR CREST COLUMBIA VALLEY’99 – “Firm, focused and juicy, with black cherry and plum flavors that linger nicely on the crisp finish. Has firm tannins, which would be best with a nice roast.” …….39.29

BEAULIEU VINEYARD CENTRAL COAST “SIGNET COLLECTION”02…25.89

BOOKWALTER COLUMBIA VALLEY’02 – “Firm, refined and ripe in flavor, offering currant, blueberry, red pepper and spice flavors that linger nicely on the fine-grained, slightly chewy finish”………………..………49.49

CHAPPELLET NAPA’02………….49.49

CHATEAU ST. JEAN SONOMA COUNTY’00 – “A smooth, seamless effort, with gentle tannins wrapped around a pretty core of spicy black cherry and blackberry, with a touch of smoke and mocha. Moderately tannic.”…….38.99

DUCKHORN NAPA “ESTATE GROWN”’01 – “A rich and deftly balanced yet muscular red, with layers of complex currant, spice, wild berry and plum fruit that's focused and pure. Shows off a nice touch of cedary-vanilla oak, which adds a nice flavor dimension and the tannins add structure. Finishes with complexity and fine length.” ……………..119.99

DUCKHORN NAPA’02.................71.19

ELIZABETH SPENCER NAPA’02………………45.49

ETUDE NAPA’01 – “Impeccably balanced, rich and polished, with a pure, plush core of blackberry, wild berry and black cherry fruit that picks up hints of anise, cedar and sage, finishing with a long, rich, intricate aftertaste. Excellent structure, too, with a complex aftertaste that echoes vanilla and fruit.” ……..67.99

FISHER NAPA “RCF VINEYARD”’00 – “A rich, plush, remarkably complex wine, with a pretty medley of plum and blackberry; touches of herb and light cedary oak; and ripe fine-grained tannins”…………..68.19

FROG’S LEAP NAPA’02 – “Ripe and complex, with high-toned cola, blackberry, cranberry and wild berry flavors that are elegant and refined, finishing with good length and ripe, integrated tannins.”…………….58.99

HARTWELL NAPA “STAGS LEAP DISTRICT”’00 – “Enormously complex, rich and silky, with tiers of juicy currant, blackberry, mocha and anise, also pretty, cedary oak, yet for all its flavor and depth, it's a remarkably elegant and refined red” ……..84.99

JEPSON MENDOCINO’99……………..25.99

JUDDS HILL NAPA’99 – “Plush and concentrated, with ripe black cherry, currant, chocolate and toothsome mulchy earthiness. Generous fruit intensity lingers, along with round, firm tannins and mocha and vanilla scents from toasty oak.”…..46.09

KEENAN NAPA’00 – “Cedar, black licorice and currant flavors have good depth, with firm structure and lingering herbal notes.” …….51.29

LAMBERT BRIDGE SONOMA “RESERVE”’01 ……..31.99

L’ECOLE NO. 41 WASHINGTON “WALLA WALLA VALLEY”’01 – “Supple and generous on a lithe frame, with spice, tobacco and cocoa overtones to the ripe cherry and berry flavors, lingering nicely on the round finish” ……………62.49

NORTHSTAR COLUMBIA VALLEY’95………………………… 68.99

PAHLMEYER NAPA’00 – “Intense if a bit muddled in its presentation of flavors, with ripe currant, earth and blackberry fruit, it's rich and concentrated, with touches of lead pencil and cedary oak. Finishes with fleshy tannins”………..…….………..105.39

PAHLMEYER NAPA’01 – “A magnificent wine, deliciously rich and concentrated, with layers of complex black cherry, berry, currant, herb, mocha and spice, with pretty oak shadings and a smooth, supple texture and remarkably elegant lift on the finish”…..108.39

SEBASTIANI SONOMA’99 – “Rich, with exotic, maturing, spicy aromatics and a tight core of earth, currant, mineral, black cherry and cigar box nuances. Well-focused, with firm, fine-grained tannins.” ………………..33.79

SMOKING LOON CALIFORNIA’03……………….22.69

ST. CLEMENT NAPA’01 – “Appealing for its lean core of ripe, vivid black cherry, plum and raspberry fruit. It's well-structured, with firm tannins and a dash of cedary oak, and it shows a flash of heat on the finish.” ……………..47.49

STEELE LAKE COUNTY “STYMIE RESERVE”’01……..62.49

SWANSON NAPA’01 – “Firm structure, with ripe spice and mint-laced currant, anise and blackberry aromas. On the palate those flavors offer depth and complexity, finishing with chewy tannins and a touch of leather.” ……………47.89

TWO TONE NAPA’01 – “Ripe, with plush texture to chocolate, black cherry and roasted plum flavors. Mocha and vanilla from toasty oak fold into round, supple tannins on the finish.”………………29.99

TWOMEY NAPA’00 – “Pushes Merlot to the max in ripeness, bordering on raisiny, and utilizing plenty of fresh cut oak, this is a rambunctious young wine”…….86.39.

TWOMEY NAPA’01 – “Smooth-textured, with a pretty window of floral, currant, grapey and candied apple flavors that are appealing…finishing with fleshy yet firm tannins.”86.39

WATERBROOK COLUMBIA VALLEY’02  - “Ripe in flavor, bright with acidity, tightly packed with cherry, blackberry, herb and cedary oak aromas and flavors, persisting impressively on the long, vivid finish.” …………..39.99

WOODWARD CANYON COLUMBIA VALLEY’00 – “Dark, dense and chewy up front, with a soft core that glows with cherry, berry and smoky spice flavors that are spread on the velvety finish.” …………………58.39

VINE CLIFF CELLARS NAPA’99 – “Firm, with rich, complex anise, black cherry, currant and plum flavors that are concentrated, turning earthy and chewy, but also showing excellent length and depth. Sufficient tannins to merit short-term cellaring” ……55.09

American Wines

RED ZINFANDEL

BOGLE CALIFORNIA “OLD VINES”’02 – “Round and supple, with very good intensity to the vanilla, cassis and raspberry character that folds into cedary tones and lively structure. Shows off a little peppery quality, too.” …………….29.09

CLINE CONTRA COSTA “BIG BREAK”’02……………..45.99

EDMEADES MENDOCINO’03…………….36.69

ELYSE NAPA “MORISOLI VINEYARD”’02 – “Pushes ripeness to the edge while retaining a sense of balance and proportion, it features ripe red cherry and red plum fruit with a pretty floral scent, finishing with a long, supple aftertaste.” ………..52.09

FOLIE A DEUX AMADOR COUNTY’01………….36.69

HOWELL MOUNTAIN NAPA “BLACK SEARS”’01……………..57.39

J. LOHR SAN JOSE “PAINTER BRIDGE”’02…………………23.99

LAMBERT BRIDGE DRY CREEK VALLEY’01 – “Pleasant, with smooth, juicy cherry and cranberry flavors and a hint of drying oak on the finish.” ……………37.49

LOLONIS REDWOOD VALLEY’01 – “Raspberry, mustard and stewed cherry flavors have very fine intensity, with chewy tannins and vanilla flavors shaping the finish.” ….. 37.49

MARA RUSSIAN RIVER “DOLINSEK RANCH”’02………….49.89

NEYERS CONTRA COSTA “PATO VINEYARD”’01 – “Smooth and polished, with an elegant band of plum, blackberry and black cherry, with tar, leather and toasty oak on the finish”……..49.59

NEYERS NAPA “TOFANELLI VINEYARD”’02 – “Pure and ripe, with fleshy plum, blackberry jam and spicy wild berry scents that turn plush, picking up a pretty touch of raspberry and watermelon on the finish. Excellent balance.” …….54.99

NIEBAUM-COPPOLA NAPA-RUTHERFORD “EDIZIONE PENNINO”’02 – “Smooth, with lively cola, sassafras, wild berry and spicy nutmeg notes. Mature flavors, finishing with pleasant earthy, loamy berry and mocha notes and drying, sage-laced tannins.” …55.99

ROBERT BIALE NAPA “OLD CRANE RANCH”’01 – “Smooth and harmonious, with a pretty mix of spicy wild berry, blackberry, vanilla and sage, finishing with ripe tannins”57.89

RENWOOD AMADOR COUNTY “GRANDPERE”’01……………..53.49

RENWOOD AMADOR COUNTY “JACK RABBIT FLAT”’01 - “Impressive aromas of white pepper, fresh earth, wild berry and beefy scents that show both richness and fine structure, finishing with rustic tannins and pencil lead shadings.”………52.49

STEELE CEDAR LAKE “CATFISH VINEYARD”’00 – “Hints of raisin, anise and dusty berry mix with dry herbal notes. Good”………37.89

STORYBOOK MOUNTAIN NAPA “ATLAS PEAK”’02……..51.59