Orange County Restaurant Wine List
Wine List - Orange County

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WINES BY THE GLASS
SPARKLING
- • Brut, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, NV $8
- • Extra Dry, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, NV $8
- • Gewurztraminer "Sekt", South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, NV $8
- • Ruby Cuvee, Sparkling Syrah, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, NV $9
WHITE WINES
- • Chardonnay Sans Chene, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2007 $7
- • Reserve Chardonnay, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2006 $9
- • Reserve Chardonnay, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2005 $11
- • Sauvignon Blanc, South Coast Winery, Elevation Series, Southern California, 2006 $7
- • Sauvignon Blanc, South Coast Winery, Musque Clone, Temecula Valley, 2007 $7
- • Riesling, South Coast Winery, Carter Estate Vineyard, Temecula Valley, 2007 $7
- • Gewurztraminer, South Coast Winery, Carter Estate Vineyard, Temecula Valley, 2007 $7
- • Semillon, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2007 $7
- • Dry Riesling, South Coast Winery, Carter Estate Vineyard, Temecula Valley, 2007 $8
- • Roussanne, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2007 $8
- • Viognier, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2005 $8
- • GVR, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2007 $8
- • Pinot Grigio, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2007 $9
- • Pinot Grigio, Brassfield, High Valley, High Serenity Ranch, 2006 $7
SELECT ROSE VARIETALS
- • Grenache Rose, South Coast Winery, California, 2007 $7
- • Merlot Blanc, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2007 $7
- • Cabernet Rose, South Coast Winery, Rolling Hills Estate Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2007 $7
- • Merlot Rose, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2008 $7
RED WINES
- • Merlot, South Coast Winery, Elevation Series, Southern California, 2003 $7
- • Merlot, South Coast Winery, 2005 $7
- • Merlot, South Coast Winery, Rolling Hills Estate Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2003 $7
- • Merlot, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2003 $10
- • Private Reserve Merlot, Carter Estate, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2003 $14
- • Cabernet Sauvignon, South Coast Winery, Rolling Hills Estate Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2004 $8
- • Cabernet Sauvignon, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2005 $10
- • Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Carter Estate, Wild Horse Peak Vineyard, Temecula Valley, 2005 $14
- • Syrah, South Coast Winery, Elevation Series, Southern California, 2003 $7
- • Syrah, South Coast Winery, Rolling Hills Estate Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2005 $9
- • Syrah, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2005 $14
- • Private Reserve Syrah, Carter Estate, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2005 $16
- • Big Red Table, South Coast Winery, Red Table Wine, Temecula Valley, NV $7
- • Romanza, South Coast Winery, Red Table Wine, Temecula Valley, NV $7
- • Collaboration, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley & France, 2005 $10
- • Meritage, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2004 $12
- • Grenache, South Coast Winery, Carter Estate Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2006 $7
- • Tempranillo, South Coast Winery, Carter Estate Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2006 $9
- • Sangiovese, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2005 $12
- • Il Temporale, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2006 $14
- • Petite Sirah, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2006 $14
- • Zinfandel, South Coast Winery, Cucamonga Valley, 2006 $9
- • Pinot Noir, Laetitia Estate, Arroyo Grande Valley, 2006 $12
- • Zinfandel, Joel Gott, California, 2006 $10
PORT & DESSERT WINES
- • Old Vine Zinfandel, South Coast Winery, Late Harvest, Cucamonga Valley, 2005 $10
- • Blackjack Port, South Coast Winery, NV $9
WINES BY THE BOTTLE
SPARKLING & CHAMPAGNE
WHITE WINES
- • Chardonnay Sans Chene, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2007 $23
100% stainless steel fermentation makes a wine with fresh tropical fruit flavors and a firm, lush core
- • Reserve Chardonnay, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2006 $30
Moderate toasted oak tones and flavors of baked apple pie, vanilla and pear
- • Reserve Chardonnay, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2005 $36
Mature with flavors of tropical fruits, apples, earth, vanilla and toasted oak
- • Chardonnay, Kunde Estate, Sonoma Valley, 2006 $26
Aromas & flavors of ripe pears, baked apples, cinnamon and bread dough.
- • Chardonnay, Laetitia Estate, Arroyo Grande Valley, 2006 $30
Juicy pineapple, pear and lemon tones with an “old-world” minerality and smooth finish.
- • Chardonnay, Bernardus, Monterey County, 2005 $35
Complex & lush with bright citrus, minerals, toast and crème brūlée with a creamy finish.
- • Chardonnay, Mer Soleil, Central Coast, Barrel Fermented, 2005 $72
Tropical fruit, honeysuckle, crème brulee and butter balanced by lively acidity.
Made by the Wagner family, owners of Caymus in Napa Valley.
- • Sauvignon Blanc, South Coast Winery, Elevation Series, Southern California, 2006 $22
Lots of juicy fruit flavors of gooseberry, kiwi and melon with a slight grassy note.
- • Sauvignon Blanc, South Coast Winery, Musque Clone, Temecula Valley, 2007 $22
Modeled after the famous white wines of Bordeaux, there is a small amount of
Sémillon blended in to add body and richness.
- • Sauvignon Blanc, Hanna Estate, Slusser Rd. Vineyard, Russian River, 2006 $26
Cooled by the Pacific, this is very fresh and elegant with zesty lime and pears- 93 pts. Wine & Spirits.
- • Sauvignon Blanc, Whitehall Lane Winery, Napa Valley, 2006 $30
Wonderfully crisp, aromas of grapefruit and melon with refreshing citrus flavors.
- • Riesling, South Coast Winery, Carter Estate Vineyard, Temecula Valley, 2007 $22
Slight sweetness balanced by tropical flavors and a touch of spiced fruit.
- • Semillon, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2007 $26
Smells of candied lemon, grass, ginger, pear and lemon on the palate.
- • Dry Riesling, South Coast Winery, Carter Estate Vineyard, Temecula Valley, 2007 $24
Nice and juicy with flavors of pear and melon, hint of jasmine, great structure & acidity- a food wine.
- • Roussanne, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2007 $28
Racy and bright with lemon, grapefruit and citrus flavors
- • Viognier, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2005 $26
Firm, rich and aromatic with notes of peach, nectarine and guava. A great alternative to Chardonnay.
- • GVR, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley, 2007 $28
Juicy flavors and nose of pear, lemon, honeysuckle, jasmine and just a hint of spice. A blend of
Grenache Blanc, Viognier and Roussanne.
- • Pinot Grigio, Brassfield, High Valley, High Serenity Ranch, 2006 $21
Forward bouquet & flavors of orange blossom, vanilla bean, pineapple and pears.
- • Pinot Grigio, Luna Vineyards, Napa County, 2006 $27
Very expressive, lots of flavors – peach, nectarine, pear, apricot, lemon zest and marmalade.
- • Conundrum by Caymus, White Blend, 2006 $41
A blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Muscat Canelli, Chardonnay and Viognier, it is hard not to love this well known wine from the makers of Caymus…soft tropical flavors of guava, peach, green melon and honeysuckle.
SELECT ROSE VARIETALS
- • Grenache Rose, South Coast Winery, California, 2007 $22
Watermelon, strawberry, cherry pie dough and just a hint of earth- a big award winner.
- • Merlot Blanc, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2007 $22
Full-bodied and fruity with flavors of blueberry, strawberry and watermelon.
- • Cabernet Rose, South Coast Winery, Rolling Hills Estate Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2007 $22
A bit dryer here, robust and structured with flavors of strawberry and watermelon.
- • Merlot Rose, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2008 $22
Full-bodied with flavors of tart cranberry, juicy strawberry, blueberry & a touch of sweetness.
RED WINES
- • Merlot, South Coast Winery, Elevation Series, Southern California, 2003 $20
Big, dark fruit flavors with leafy aromas and a hint of oak and dark chocolate.
- • Merlot, South Coast Winery, 2005 $23
Hints of rose petals, fresh herbs and spicy clove with dark fruit undertones.
- • Merlot, South Coast Winery, Rolling Hills Estate Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2003 $24
Rich berry fruit, striking oak flavors and soft, gripping tannins.
- • Merlot, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2003 $32
Very complex with flavors of blueberry, coffee, earth, chocolate and strawberry.
- • Private Reserve Merlot, Carter Estate, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2003 $56
Plump fruit flavors of black cherry, plums, raspberry and cocoa. Lingers on the palate.
- • Merlot, St. Francis, Sonoma County, 2003 $35
Rich and full with voluptuous black fruit, plums, spice and vanilla.
- • Merlot, St. Clement, Napa Valley, 2004 $38
Blueberry, black cherry, boysenberry syrup, clove and anise, very well structured and long.
- • Merlot, Flora Springs, Napa Valley, 2004 $42
Loads of strawberry and cherry with a touch of spicy oak.
- • Merlot, Clos Du Val, Napa Valley, 2004 $45
Rich and intense, a cab drinker’s merlot- concentrated spice, vanilla and black fruits, great finish.
- • Merlot, Whitehall Lane, Napa Valley, 2005 $50
An outstanding merlot with notes of blackberry, violets, plum and cola that reward the palate.
- • Cabernet Sauvignon, South Coast Winery, Rolling Hills Estate Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2004 $32
Great nose and lush flavors of red fruit, herbs and earthiness. Very approachable.
- • Cabernet Sauvignon, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2005 $34
Big, concentrated flavors of dark fruit, spicy oak, cedar and dust. Maintains a very firm structure from start to finish. Less than 200 cases made.
- • Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Carter Estate, Wild Horse Peak Vineyard, Temecula Valley, 2005 $60
Long structure with black cherry, raspberry, strawberry & blueberry with a hint of nutty oak. Very well-made and balanced wine with never-ending flavors.
- • Cabernet Sauvignon, Kunde Estate, Sonoma Valley, 2004 $27
Rich black raspberry, layers of black cherry flavors and fine tannins.
- • Cabernet Sauvignon, Joel Gott, Blend #815, California, 2005 $32
Ruby red with aromas of blueberry and mocha, flavors of cassis and berry, a forward style wine.
- • Cabernet Sauvignon, B.R. Cohn, “Silver Label”, North Coast, 2005 $35
Rich and full flavors of berry, cassis, black cherry and vanilla.
- • Cabernet Sauvignon, Silverado Vineyards, Napa Valley, 2004 (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) $60
Ripe cherry, raspberry and cola flavors with hints of herbs, earth and vanilla.
- • Cabernet Sauvignon, Groth Vineyards, Napa Valley, 2005 $85
Oakville fruit makes this soft & supple with blackberry, black cherry, vanilla and a hint of mineral.
- • Cabernet Sauvignon, Lancaster, Estate Bottled, Alexander Valley, 2005 $105
Lush and deep with flavors of black cherry, plum, lavender and spice - very, very good.
- • Syrah, South Coast Winery, Elevation Series, Southern California, 2003 $22
Rich berry flavors are enhanced by the floral notes of the added Grenache.
- • Syrah, South Coast Winery, Rolling Hills Estate Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2005 $32
An elegant style with lingering purple and blue fruit flavors and hints of anise and lavender. Aged in French oak.
- • Syrah, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2005 $52
A very assertive bouquet of red fruit and earth with layers of flavors of fig, plum, licorice, spicy oak, bramble and rose petals.
- • Private Reserve Syrah, Carter Estate, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2005 $60
Chewy flavors of strawberry, boysenberry, licorice and vanilla with excellent structure & balance.
- • Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon, Penfolds, Koonunga Hill, South East Australia, 2005 $27
Very complex with pepper, raspberry, tobacco, chocolate, cedar, mocha, blackberry and more.
- • Shiraz-Viognier, Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier, Victoria Australia, 2006 $30
An exciting and very expressive wine with red berries, exotic fruit and flowers with a bit of spice. The addition of 5% Viognier adds just a touch of exotic floral qualities and brightness.
- • Shiraz, Layer Cake, Barossa Valley Australia, 2006 $34
Very dark, very rich and hedonistic with layers and layers of black fruit, chocolate and spice. A true favorite, this wine always sells out quickly.
- • Pinot Noir, Paraiso, Santa Lucia Highlands, 2006 $35
Beautiful Burgundian character, rich cherry & plum flavors, hints of spice, smoke and toasty oak.
- • Pinot Noir, Steele, Carneros, 2006 $37
A classical style with high-toned red fruit flavors and hints of earth and spice with a solid finish.
- • Pinot Noir, Bouchaine, Carneros, 2005 $38
Lots of cherry & berry with touches of earth and orange peel and bright acidity.
- • Pinot Noir, Davis Bynum, Russian River Valley, 2005 $40
Youthful & vibrant, slightly jammy flavors of cherry, rhubarb, smoke, caramel & a hint of earthiness.
- • Pinot Noir, Laetitia Estate, Arroyo Grande Valley, 2006 $40
A very “pretty” wine, seductive with violets, plums, blackberries and framboise, very elegantly styled.
- • Pinot Noir, J Winery, Russian River Valley, 2005 $50
Refined with cherry, raspberry, cranberry and hints of white pepper and vanilla, smooth and long.
- • Big Red Table, South Coast Winery, Red Table Wine, Temecula Valley, NV $22
Big, lush and forward fruit flavors with plums, strawberry and coffee. 80% Merlot, 16% Petit Verdot, 4% Cabernet Sauvignon.
- • Romanza, South Coast Winery, Red Table Wine, Temecula Valley, NV $26
A very light-bodied, easy drinking wine with flavors of plum, cranberry and lavender. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Muscat and Gewürztraminer.
- • Collaboration, South Coast Winery, Temecula Valley & France, 2005 $34
A blend of Bordeaux varietals from our vineyards in Temecula and from a true Bordeaux wine estate in France, Chateau Reynier. This collaboration of wines yields the richness & fruitiness of
California with the tradition, elegance & refinement of France. Flavors range from plums & boysenberry to raspberry to currants & cassis and include notes of earth.
- • Meritage, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2004 $40
Lots of peppery fruit, herbal tones, earth and firm tannins. 50% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot
- • Grenache, South Coast Winery, Carter Estate Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2006 $26
A very easy drinking wine, not your typical Grenache. Plenty of cherry and raspberry.
- • Tempranillo, South Coast Winery, Carter Estate Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2006 $28
Rich, red berry and baked earth flavors and notes of spice. Try this with roasted meat.
- • Sangiovese, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2005 $42
Black cherry, cola and red licorice flavors meld with spice aromas and lovely texture. This wine will pair with many red meat, chicken and pork dishes or pasta with a red sauce.
- • Il Temporale, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2006 $44
Modeled after the famous “Super Tuscans” of Italy with our own touch of Temecula, this is a blend of 58% Sangiovese, 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Petit Verdot & 10% Merlot.
Closed & tight-knit at first, with air this wine reveals a very soft, plump mouthfeel and notes of lavender, raspberry, rose petal, licorice & plum with very well balanced tannins & acidity.
- • Petite Sirah, South Coast Winery, Wild Horse Peak Vineyards, Temecula Valley, 2006 $44
A big, ripe red with loads of purple, blue and black fruit flavors and hints of lavender and vanilla.
- • Zinfandel, South Coast Winery, Cucamonga Valley, 2006 $32
Fresh and medium bodied with cherry, raspberry, milk chocolate and sweet oak flavors
- • Zinfandel, Rosenblum, North Coast, 2005 $25
Very dark and rich, cool climate style with blackberry, currant, mint and raspberry.
- • “Sin-Zin”, Zinfandel, Alexander Valley Vineyards, 2005 $27
Boysenberry, strawberry, eucalyptus and crushed black pepper with aromas of bing cherries.
- • Zinfandel, Joel Gott, California, 2006 $29
Currants, plums, spice and sweet oak, long, rich flavors.
- • Zinfandel, Ridge,“Three Valleys”, Sonoma Valley, 2006 $40
From the winery that specializes in zin… lots of sensuous red fruit & spice, very elegant for a big red
DESSERT WINES
- • Old Vine Zinfandel, South Coast Winery, Late Harvest, Cucamonga Valley, 2005 $32
Made by letting the grapes hang on the vines extra long to develop even more ripeness and concentrated flavors. This produces a semi-sweet wine with rich
berry flavors and chocolate tones.
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