Specials

Fresh Alaskan Halibut Filet
Pistachio Parmesan Crust
Seared and Oven-Finished
Pineapple Fried Rice
Grilled Asparagus

$26.00

Wine Features

Fumé Blanc

Robert Mondavi, 2005

Napa Valley, California

The Sauvignon Blanc grape traces its origins to western France in the Loire Valley and Bordeaux Regions. At some point in the 18th century, the vine paired with Cabernet Franc to parent the Cabernet Sauvignon vine in Bordeaux. The first cuttings of Sauvignon Blanc were brought to California in the 1880’s. In 1968, Robert Mondavi decided to try to tame the aggressive flavors of the grape with barrel agings and released the wine under the name Fumé Blanc as an allusion to the French Pouilly-Fumé.

Jasmine-tinged aromas lead to fresh melon and pear flavors enlivened with a hint of orange and complex floral and mineral notes. Beautiful balance of crisp acidity and creamy texture from sur lie aging.

$7.00 / glass

$28.00 / bottle

Merlot

Red Diamond, 2004

Columbia Valley, Washington

Blend: 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc

The 2004 season started hot and dry, which contributed to early ripening. Cool temperatures and intermittent light rain slowed ripening and allowed the grapes to enjoy extra hang time by mid-September. Warm temperatures and dry weather resumed in early fall through harvest’s end. Overall the 2004 harvest is characterized by small berry size and concentrated, quality fruit.

Our staff unanimously agrees: You will not find a better tasting, finer quality American “bargain” wine. Aromas of cherries and cola with hints of spice box introduce this Merlot. The silky palate displays flavors of red cherry, juicy berries and a touch of caramel and mocha.

Merlot for people who don’t drink Merlot.

$4.50 / glass

$18.00 / bottle

Special

Fresh Alaskan Halibut
Cherry Port Demi Glace
Wild Rice Blend
Asian Slaw w/ Thai Cream Dressing

$27.00

Special

Special:

Fresh AK Halibut

Grilled

w/ Black Cherry Port Reduction

Wild Rice Blend

Togarashi Artichoke w/ Clarified Butter

$28

Special

Fresh Alaskan Halibut -In from Homer, AK
Macadamia / Almond Crusted
Seared and Oven-Finished
Grilled Asparagus
Beurre Blanc Sauce
Peach Pineapple Fried Rice

$27

Wine Specials

Fumé Blanc

Robert Mondavi, 2005

Napa Valley, California

The Sauvignon Blanc grape traces its origins to western France in the Loire Valley and Bordeaux Regions. At some point in the 18th century, the vine paired with Cabernet Franc to parent the Cabernet Sauvignon vine in Bordeaux. The first cuttings of Sauvignon Blanc were brought to California in the 1880’s. In 1968, Robert Mondavi decided to try to tame the aggressive flavors of the grape with barrel agings and released the wine under the name Fumé Blanc as an allusion to the French Pouilly-Fumé.

Jasmine-tinged aromas lead to fresh melon and pear flavors enlivened with a hint of orange and complex floral and mineral notes. Beautiful balance of crisp acidity and creamy texture from sur lie aging.

$7.00 / glass

$28.00 / bottle

Sauvignon Blanc

Chasing Venus, Jules Taylor 2007

Marlborough, New Zealand

Sauvignon Blanc was first introduced to New Zealand in the 1970s as an experimental planting to blended with Müller-Thurgau. In the 1990s, Sauvignon Blanc wines from the maritime climatic regions of New Zealand, particularly the South Island, became popular on the wine market. In the Marlborough region, sandy soils over slate shingles have become the most desirable locations for plantings due to the good drainage of the soil and poor fertility that encourages the vine to concentrate its flavors in lower yields.

Light straw in color. Nose of wet stone, freshly cut lawn, and a squeeze of lemon. Nice body weight; has the clarity & complexity of a classic Sancerre. Waxy mouthfeel with a stringent kiwi fruit finish.

91 points – Gary Vaynerchuck

89 points – Wine Advocate

$7.00 / glass

$28.00 / bottle

Special

Fresh Alaskan Halibut

Grilled

Red Bell Pepper Coulis

Seared Curry Vegetables

Parmesan Rice Cake

Broccoli Watermelon Salad

$27.00

Wine Feature

Dolcetto
San Luigi, Pecchenino 2005
Dogliani, Italy

Translating into Italian as “little sweet one”, Dolcetto is one of the classic grape varietals of the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy. This wine is sometimes considered Italy’s version of Pinot Noir as it is light in body and meant for early drinking.

The wine is light ruby in color and exhibits a cinnamon custard nose with concealed inexpensive potpourri floral notes. The wine greets the palate with the impression of complexity and tight structure then proceeds to deliver a solid attack of raspberry and black currant to the tongue. A classic Italian wine priced more reasonably than its famous peers Barolo or Barbaresco.

88 points – Robert Parker

$8.25 / glass
$33.00 / bottle

Based on Gary Vaynerchuk's review on Wine Library TV.

Special Entree

Tonight’s Special:

Fresh Alaskan Halibut
Dijon Macadamia Crusted
Pan Seared / Oven-Finished
Spicy Passion Fruit Sauce
Vegetable Curry Rice
Garlic Saute Greens

$28.00

Dinner Special

 

Tonight’s Special:

Fresh Alaskan Halibut
Seared Filet
Mushroom & Squash Ragout
Saffron Jasmine Rice
Thai Cabbage Slaw

$27



Today’s Soup:

Chinese Egg Drop w/ Green Onion

Wine Features

Riesling, Impulse
C.H. Berres, 2005
Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany

Clean, well-crafted Mosel Riesling from mature estate vineyards in Erden, Wehlen and Kinheim including ungrafted vines. ‘Impulse’ reflects the injection of energy from a new generation of winemakers in Germany. A single bottling was produced from the great 2005 vintage, displaying intense tropical fruit aromas and textural richness surrounding a core of bracing, mineral structure

"Easy-drinking, off-dry Riesling, full of summer fruit flavors and bracing acidity."
Jamal A. Rayyis, Food & Wine, Wine Guide, 2007

$7.00 / glass
$28.00 / bottle

Visit Importer Classical Wines Website

 

Skyline Red
Sawtooth, 2005
Snake River, Idaho

Back when the American Civil War was raging, an audacious farmer put the first vitis vinifera vines into the ground of what was later to become the state of Idaho. Now, 144 years later, Idaho has its first American Viticultural Area. The appellation offers important pluses like a phylloxera-free environment so that own-rooted vines can be used, but there are also challenges such as extremely cold winters that pose threats of winter kill.

The Skyline Red blend consists of 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Syrah, 10% Merlot and 5% Primativo (Zinfandel). This wine has aromas of dark fruits, rich black berry and spice. It starts with rich dark fruit flavors that fill the mouth, supple tannins, and a beautiful long finish.

$5.00 / glass
$20.00 / bottle



Learn more about the Snake River AVA

Sawtooth Winery Website

 

Special

 

Tonight’s Special:

Fresh Alaskan King Salmon
Filet is Seared
Spicy Strawberry Chili Glaze
Pineapple Fried Rice
Saute of Summer Vegetables
$28.00


Soup:

Cream of Leek

Wine & Beer Weekly Features

Oatmeal Stout

Samuel Smith

Yorkshire, England

The Old Brewery at Tadcaster was founded in 1758 and is Yorkshire’s oldest brewery. Samuel Smith is one of the few remaining independent breweries in England, and further is the last to utilize the classic Yorkshire Square system of fermentation solely in stone squares.

Oats are in the same family as barley, and a small addition yields great flavor. Popular in the late 1800’s, the last oatmeal stout was brewed before the First World War until Samuel Smith reintroduced this style in 1980.

This beer is created in the classic style. Almost opaque, with an unusually silky texture and complex, medium-dry velvet palate. Bittersweet finish.

$8.00 / 18.7 oz bottle

Importer Merchant Du Vin Website

Tempranillo

Matchbook, Dunnigan Hills 2005

The Tempranillo vines grown on the Matchbook vineyard are from cuttings imported from the Pesquera region of Spain. Graciano is the traditional blending grape in Spanish red wines and the vines grown in the vineyard are from cuttings imported from the Ribera del Duero region.

Tempranillo exhibits blueberry, cherry fruit flavors and soft tannins; Malbec adds red apple flavors, richness and length to the mid-palate; Petit Verdot contributes to full flavors in the back palate; and the Graciano adds deep purple color and a touch of spice.

$8.00 / glass

$32.00 / bottle

Matchbook Website

Dinner Special

Entree:

Fresh Alaskan Halibut Filet - Homer, AK
Seared
Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce
Pineapple Fried Rice
Seared Bok Choy and Summer Squash

$27

Soup of the Day:

Curried Cilantro in Cream of Red Pepper

Special

Fresh Alaskan Halibut
Seared Filet
Sweet Thai Chili Beurre Blanc
Coconut Rice
Fried Calamari Rings
Steamed Summer Squash

$28

Tonight's Special

Entree Special:

Fresh Alaskan Halibut Filet
Grilled
Strawberry Chili Beurre Blanc
Sauteed Calamari
Breaded and Fried Eggplant Battonettes
Strawberry Avocado Rice

$28