Vini Spumante & Frizzante

Contadi Castaldi Franciacorta Rosé Lombardy, Italy, NV (made in the Champagne Method) 18|54 If you love Rosé Champagne, look no further. An intriguing Franciacorta with aromas of blackberry, raspberry and strawberry, and rose petals. Smooth and well balanced. Go ahead and splurge!

Jeio Cuvee Rosé, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy, NV 10|35 Made from Merlot and Pinot Noir grapes, this Brut Rosé has intense hints of rose, fresh fruit and citrus, with a dry finish.

Le Colture, Fagher Prosecco Superiore Valdobbiadene, Italy, NV 10|35 Vibrant, yet soft texture, fruit-driven texture with notes of kiwi. Clean, long and savory across the palate.

Cleto Chiarli Lambrusco Amabile, Emilia-Romanga, Italy, NV 10|35 Notes of candied plum, yet still retaining enjoyable brioche notes. One of Chef Carlo’s favorites.

Bianchi – Crisp, Aromatic Whites

Antinori, Guado al Tasso, Vermentino, Bolgheri, Italy, `11 13|39 An elegant Vermentino with floral, citrus and herbal notes. A crisp light-bodied wine with a refreshing mineral finish.

Benessere, Pinot Grigio, Napa Valley, Italy, `12 (organic) 10|35 Tastes like a fine wine: elegant & silky with notes of honeysuckle and white peach. Benessere is serious about producing small lots of Italian varietals. Antinori and Gaja consulted on Benessere’s viticultural practices for 10 years.

Vigneti del Vuture, “Pipoli,” Greco-Fiano, Basilicata, Italy, `11 10|35 Intense aromas of perfumed white flowers, white peach & citrus. Reminisent of Moscato - summertime in a glass with a soft texture on the palate.

Marchione, Gavi, Piemonte, Italy, `11 (Cortese) 10|35 One of the best white wines from Piemonte. Lemon and pear notes, with refreshing citrus and mineral flavors.

Bianchi – Alternatives to Chardonnay

Donnafugata, Anthilia Sicily, Italy `12 (Catarratto/Chardonnay/Viognier) 10|35 Flavors of green apple, pear and creamy lemon/lime zest. This delicious wine has a soft texture with a lively finish.

Farnese, “Fantini,” Chardonnay (unoaked), Abruzzo, Italy, `12 10|35 Notes of tropical fruit with a clean, round mouth feel.

Villa Matilde Tenuta di Altavilla, Greco di Tufo, Campania, Italy, `11 13|39 Appealing aromas of white peach, apricots and sweet almonds on a mineral background. Rich texture, elegant finish.

Palmina, Tocai Friulano, Santa Ynez Valley, `12 12|37 Keylime pie aromas with flavors of lemon curd and marcona almonds. Rich and full on the palate.