WINE LIST

General list
(All wines and prices may change with out notice)

IMPORTED RED - 750ML

CHIANTI RUFFINO - Italy (0) 
$34.00
Medium purple/red color, plum, sour cherry & spice aromas med. body, fruit & touch of pepper gentle firm finish.

IMPORTED WHITE - 750ml

LINDERMANS BIN 65 CHARDONNAY - Australia (0)
$27.95
Light yellow gold color, floral with citrus & vanilla soft over ripe fruit flavor, soft short finish.

WOLF BLASS CHARDONNAY - Australia (0)
$39.00
Med. yellow color, tropical fruit aroma with toasty oak /vanilla in aroma, full body, fruit & buttery flavor with warm spice in along finish.

FETZER ECHO RIDGE rose California(2)
$25.95
Soft aromas of strawberryand tropical fruit make this wine natural for sipping on warm summer day. Cherry and strawberry lead to a mildly sweet, crisp, clean finish.

PINOT GRIGIO SANTA MARGHERITA - Vtg Veneto Italy (0)
$38.95
Pale straw colour with aromas of citrus and melon; green apple notes on the palate and a dry crisp finish. Serve with antipasto, light meat dishes or cream pasta.

KIM CRAWFORD SAUVIGNON BLANC Vtg
$47.00
Explosively aromatic, brimming with spice, herb and peppery character, surprisingly docile in the mouth, with lovely pear, apple, melon and mineral flavors that linger Enticingly, impeccably balanced.

MARLBOROUGH - SAUVIGNON BLANC. Vtg. Oyster bay -New Zealand
$39.00
Pale straw color with gold tints ,aromas of cut grass ,straw mown hay, pea & fresh peach, fruity on palate with crystals to show the quality of the wine.

CHAMPAGNE

SEAVIEW BRUT - Vtg. Traditional method -Australia
$29.95
Pale straw yellow with green tone, earthy, citrus/lemon aroma, soft round fruit flavor is off-dry light body

VEUVE CLICQUOT PONSARDIN - France
$145.00
Pale straw yellow color, yeasty bread aroma, tiny bubbles full toasty flavor, clean, crisp, dry wine, long finish, very good quality wine.

Served by the glass or bottle or half liters.

RED WINE

Valpolicella Negrar- Italy (0)
Pale ruby red, soft cherry aroma, sour cherry flavor, crisp acidity, soft tannin, clean finish.
Glass $5.95     ½ liter $17.50     1 liter $ 29.75

katnook Founder’s Block
Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 Coonawarra Australia
Elegant medium bodied cedar blackcurrant flavours, fine ripened tannins. Rich flavors of black currant with minty undertones, generous weight and a long clean finish. ( 90 points)
Glass $10.00     ½ liter $29.00     Bottle $39.95

Deakin Estate Red Cliffs Australian Shiraz (0)
A deep red wine with aromas of ripe plum, licorice and spices. A dry medium bodied with a great fruit core and toasty oak.
Glass $ 7.25     ½ liter $21.00     Bottle $28.95

WHITE WINE

Pasqua Soave - Italy (0)
Pale straw color, light herbal & spice aroma, light body, fresh clean flavor & finish, easy drinking
Glass $5.95     ½ liter $17.50     1 liter $29.75

Placido Pinot Grigio Banfi Venezie Italy (1)
Pale straw colour, citrus aromas with hints of tropical fruit; crisp palate with lemony flavours and a long finish.
Serving suggestion:
Fresh fish or poultry dishes.
Glass $ 7.50     ½ liter $22.00     Bottle $29.95

CELLARS LIST

Tignanello Tuscana ( Antinori)1999 Tuscany 180
Consistently one of the most sought after Super Tuscan wines, this is a must for any cellar. Tig is considered to be one of the best Italian wines and has racked up numerous awards of accolades with every vintage. This rich and spicy blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc should be cellared for two to ten years. A fine choice for grilled beef tenderloin.

Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore2004 Tuscany 325
The gorgeous 2004 Ornellaia is lively dark ruby, it is vibraneffort bursting with expressive aromatics and layered, welldelineated fruit, showing much purity on the palate and closing with a long, finessed finish. A blend of 60% cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 12% cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot.

Il Falcone ( castel Del Monte) Reserva 1999 2002 Puglia 65
Is named in the tribute to the 13th century emperor and humanist, frederick ll of Sawbia. He built the castle, castle del Monte, that later gave this region its name. He was also renowned for hunting with a falcon,thus IL Falcone. The wine is blended of 70% Nero diTroia and 30% Montepulciano. It is aged for 12 months in french barriques and then a further year in the bottle before release. Enjoy its rich, ripe, balanced bouquet with braised meat or game dishes.

Gaja Siti Moresco Langhe 2005 120
One of the great innovators of Italian wine. Angelo Gaja is a huge fan of Nebbiolo, describing it as more like Marcello Mastroianni than John Wayne. Nebbiolo “would never be in the center of a room. He is shy. He is a closed book. And women became beautiful beside him. This is the beauty of Nebbiolo”. With this spectacular wine, gaja combines 35%Nebbiolo with 355 Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. Expect an elegant, balanced, age worthy wine (5-7 years) that can be enjoyed now with mature cheeses or rare cuts of meat.

Dievole (Vendemmia) Chianti Classico TUSCANY 2001,1999 60
After a few years in the wilderness, begining with the 2001 vintage Diovole has returned to form. This chianti classico is well -fruited with supporting sweet herbs and sturdy structure supported by fine, firm tannins. Approachable now with rare leg of lamb, it will also mature gracefully for 3-5 years.

Dievole Novecento Reserva Chianti Classico TUSCANY 1997 150
Offering aromas of black cherry, plum, leather and mushroom. It may be enjoyed with a variety of meats, particularly veal tenderloin, or meat based pasta sauce.

Farnito Carpineto (Cab. Sauvignon) Tuscany 1999 97
Although the aromas carry more than a himt of bell pepper, this green element takes a back seat on the palate to rich currant and earth flavours and just a hint of toasty oak. Firmly structured, with good grip on the finish. Drink now to 2010 score 89.

Cum Laude (Castello Banfi) Tuscany 1999,2003 82
The Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlo, Sangiovese and Syrah grapes are vinified and matured separately then aged for six months in barriques. After undergoing acid-softening malolactic fermentation, the wines are blended and allowed to set for six months, then bottled-aged for an additional six months. Expect complex aromas of blackberry, cassis, cherry, plum and tobacco. This powerful, ripely-tannic wine is a good companion grilled meats or medium-aged cheeses.

Brunello Di Montalcino (Castello Banfi) TUSCANY 1997 150
This wine commands respect and is consistently one of the best of the region. Aromas of black cherry, truffle, plum, sage, violets and oak leads to full fruit and oak flavours with firm tannins. A hearty wine to be enjoyed with sirloin steaks. It will definitely improve with cellar time. 5 years.

Brunello Di Montalcino ( Barbi) 1999 115
After Biodi-Santi, Fattoria dei Barfi is one of the oldest wineries in the Brunello region. They produce classic wines from the great Sangiovese clone, Sangiovese Grosso. Their wines speak of the region like few others. Expect aromas of coffee, cherry, berry and plum and flavours that are fruity and tasty. Enjoy now with game birds.

Marchesi De' Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello Di Montalcino 2002 Tuscany 120
This big Brunello is accustomed to receiving scores in the 90s from Wine Spectator. Released after three years of oak cask ageing and at least six months in bottle, this full-bodied red delivers lovely aromas of currants and berries with notes of vanilla. Enjoy now with meat-based pastas or give it room to grow with 3-5 years in the cellar.

Pian Delle Vigne Brunello Di Montalcino ( Marchese Antinori) 135
A rich ruby light garnet highlights, the powerful and expressive nose of red fruit, herbs, of major intensity and concentration, warm and round with impressively defined Sangiovese fruit and much complexity on the lenghty, and intense finish drink 2005- 2018 score-93

Rosso Di Montalcino (Castello Banfi) 2000 72
This( baby Brunello) from younger vines has a dark ruby color opening to pleasant, fruity aromas of black cherry, violets and licorice leading to tasty, concentrated flavors of cherries and light oak nicely balanced with soft tannins through an elegant, fruity finish. Try it with either aged sheep’s cheese or pasta with red sauce.

Carpinetto Chianti Classico Riserva Tuscany 1999 89
Smooth and seductive, with leather, graham cracker, and vanilla on the nose in addition to smoke and plum. The palate shows modest spice accenting cherry, plum and chocolate. A well-rounde, tasty wine. The tannins are chewy, the feel is correct, and the grip is thight but forgiving. Score 90

Borolo Serralunga D’alba (Fontana fredda) Piedmont 2001 100
Loads of tar and blackberry character on the nose. Very floral, full-bodied, with a velvety mouthfeel and a long, fruity finish. Round and pretty. Best after 2007 . Score 89

Barbaresco (Cantina Produttori del Barbaresco) Piedmont 2001 73
Aromas of leather, plum and hints of flowers. Medium-to full -bodied, with fine tannis and a juicy finish. Round. Best after 2006 score 90

Masi Grandarell Appassimento Rosso delle Venezie 1999 86
Breaking the tradition, this Super Venetian uses grapes such as Carmenere to make an updated quasi-amarone. New leather, dried berry, maraschino cherry nose with a mouthfull of more scrumptious fruit flavours and soft tannins. Fullbodied with a long finish and perfect for feasting on grilled lamb or game bird.

Marchese Antinori Chianti Classico Reserva 2001 89
Beautifully balanced, with dense raspberry, blackberry and spicy chocolate notes. Medium- to full-bodied, with fine, well-integrated tannins and a long, minerally finish. Fantastic. Best after 2005. Score - 91. (James Suckling, www.winespectator.com, Oct. 15, 2004)

Pichierri Tradizione Del nonno Primitivo Di Manduri (Vingole savese) Puglia 2004 59
The Pichierri family vineyards are located in the region of puglia. Her, the red soil is dotted by white limestone, ideal for growing Primotivo grape, Zinfandel’s Italian twin brother. This is hige, robust, off-dry and fruity wine with a velvety smooth finish- a perfect complement to pastas, roast, game and sharp cheeses.

Centine Toscana (Banfi) Tuscany 2001 43
Perfect for those Indian summer barbecues, Banfi’s ‘Centine’ is designed as a crowd-pleasing quaffer. This vintage does not disappoint. Expect a fresh and fruity wine with a hint of vanilla.

Gutturnio Vigna Riva Del Sole Mossi 2000 45
This wine matures over 2 years in Slavonia oak barrels, then kept 6 months in barriques made in France and bottled. Perfect with roasted meat, game and braise, this wine offers its best characteristics in front of a burning fire.

Tenuta Santedame Chianti Classico Ruffino Tuscany2004 55
Produced from grapes grown and matured on ruffino’s Santedame estate. Aged for approximately 6 months in oak casks of various sizes, this rich complex wine exhibits an intense bouquet of black cherry fruit and a long, velvety finish on the palate.

Reserva Ducale Oro Ruffino Tuscany 1999- 2001-2003 110
This shows a raisiny tar character with hints of brown sugar. Full -bodied and very rich, with velvety tannins. This will improve with age, or drink now. Score 90. Food match : wild mushroom risotto

Reserva Ducale Oro Ruffino Tuscany 1997 150
An unusual Dolcetto/Nebbiolo blend that brings the best of both grapes to the mix. The aromas recall cherry, dried roses, brambleberry, plum and tobacco. It is dry and robust with a very good balance between the fruit and softening tannins. Serve with grilled duck, venison or steak. Age up to 4 more years

OrneIlaia Le Volte Tuscany 2005 60
The 2005 Le Volte (50% Sangiovese, 30% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon) Delivers considerable pleasure in its fresh, vinous aromatics, perfumed sweet dark fruit and irresistibly soft-textured personality. The Sangiovese for Le volte is purshased from local producers as finished wine and then blended with estate-grown Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Anticipated maturity 2007-2011 .Score-90.

Le Ragose Amarone Della Valpolacella Classico Azienda Agricola 1997 150
Le Ragose is considered one of the leading producers in Veneto, producing high-quality, value-priced Amarone. This wine lives up to their reputation. This dry, ripe and well-crafted Amarone displays attractive aromas of rich berry jam, licorice, new leather and chocolate. Lovely with braised beef or lamb dishes.

Tedeschi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Azienda Agricola Fratelli Tedeschi(V 90
Amarone is a labour of love. The art of drying grapes creates in the finished wine sweet Port-like aromas of chocolate and plum that are very inviting. In addition, it is loaded with delectable currant, cherry, spice and tobacco aromas and flavours. Medium full-bodied with a very long finish, it is ready to drink now on its own, with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese or good dark chocolate. It will also reward 3-4 years in a cellar.

Masi Mazzano Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2001 180
The 2008 Gambero Rosso Italian wine guide awarded this Amarone its highest rating. Production for this wine is very limited and its made only in the finest vintages. Aged for three years in oak and a further six months in bottle, this Amarone presents a bouquet of violets, vanilla , plum, candied fruit and cocoa which resound splendidly on the full-bodied palate and linger on the long finish. Enjoy with red meats, rich-flavoured foods and strong cheese or let this beauty mature in your cellar for 10- 20 years.

Monte Zovo Amarone Della Valpolicella Riserva 2000 90
This is a brilliant balanced Amarone, velvety, thick, massively structured and loaded with flavours of dark chocolate, raisin, coffee and spice. Amarones this big and ripe can often taste a tad sweet, but this one is perfectly dry, with a long, warm finish. It’s the ideal red to enjoy witha hard cheeses or all by itself as a fireside sipper after dinner. Cellar for 10 years.

Borolo Serralunga D’alba (Fontana Fredda) Piedmont 2001 90
Loads of tar and blackberry character on the nose. Very floral, full-bodied, with a velvety mouthfeel and a long, fruity finish. Round and pretty. Best after 2007 . Score 89

Barbaresco (Cantina Produttori Del Barbaresco) Piedmont 2001 75
Aromas of leather, plum and hints of flowers. Medium-to full -bodied, with fine tannis and a juicy finish. Round. Best after 2006 score 90

Masi Grandarell Appassimento Rosso delle Venezie 1999 85
Breaking the tradition, this Super Venetian uses grapes such as Carmenere to make an updated quasi-amarone. New leather, dried berry, maraschino cherry nose with a mouthful of more scrumptious fruit flavours and soft tannins. Fullbodied with a long finish and perfect for feasting on grilled lamb or game bird.

World Wines

Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon California 2005 275
Barrel sample of the 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection offers terrific fruit intensity and purity, a more laidback style, a meaty, chewy texture, and impressive opulence as well as length. It should evolve for 10-15 years. Score - (92-94). (Robert Parker Jr., www.erobertparker.com, Dec. 2006)

Conchay Toro Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon Chile 2000 12 0
2004 Cabernet Sauvignon is opaque purple in color. The nose delivers a splendid array of pain grille, smoke, pencil lead, espresso, and black currants. It makes a youthful entry on the palate with layers of black fruits, mouth-filling flavors, a plush texture, with plenty of ripe tannins to hold this big wine together. The finish is long and pure. The wine demands 8-10 years to show to full advantage and should drink well through 2032. Score - 94. (Jay Miller, www.erobertparker.com, 39606)

St. Supery Cabernet Napa Valley 1998 90
Cassis, sweet herbs and pleasant cedar tone dominate this ripe, ready- to- drink, flavourful wine. Good match with medium rare steak.

Torbreck Wood Cutters Shiraz Barossa Valley Australia 2005 55
2005 Was an extra ordinary vintage in the Borossa And Torbreck’s 2005 woodcutter’s may be the finest David Powell has yet produced. The grapes are hand-picked from 100year old dry-farmed vines then gently pressed and aged in old french oak resulting in a luxurious wine redolent of dark berries and fruit with hints of sweet spices and earth. A very pleasant and easy-drinking wine. SCORE 92

The Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra Australia 1999 100
This single vineyard wine exemplifies the very best of Coonawarra Cabernet, elegance of structure, immense length of flavours and great cellaring potential. This wine has a matures 22 months in seasoned French Allier Barrels.

Tahbilk Shiraz Central Victoria Australia 2000 49
The fermentation of this wine take place in an open oak vats, then a period of maturation in french oak for 18 months prior to bottling. The nose and palate show an intense mixture of blackberries and spice combined with plum and anise overtones whllsy the finish is long and flavoursome, balanced with fine grape tannins.

John’s Blend Cabernet Sauvignon Longhorne Creek Australia 1999 110
Intense Red / purple in colour with a very powerful eucalypt / mint nose. Rich and youthful palate. A full bodied red with firm tannins, a very long, lingering flavour of oak combined with the classic Langhorne Creek eucalypt and mint. At present quite tight and will certainly benefit from extended bottled maturation - 15 years plus.

Katnook Estates Coonawarra Shiraz 2002 69
Classic ripe shiraz, very deep dense red, aromas of raspberry, licorice and plum with sweet subtle spice. Oak maturation giving hints of sweet vanilla and toast, generous length and lingering spicy finish. Cellaring potential 8-10 years.