House Wines

Italian
gl. $ 7 1/2 L. $ 19 L. $ 32

Giacondi Sangiovese (0) {{Emilia-Romagna}}
(Similar to a light-bodied Chianti)

Montepulciano D’Abruzzo Citra (0) {{Abruzzo}}
(Dry, well balanced & delightfully tannic, with concentrated berry flavors)

Giacondi Trebbiano (0) {{Emilia-Romagna}}
(Dry, rich, crisp white wine with a delicate aroma)

Mamma Rosa’s Sangria
(Red Wine / Juices / 7up & Assorted Liqueurs)

gl. $ 9  1/2 L. $ 25 btl. $ 38

Pinot Grigio – Pasqua (0) {{Venezia}}
(A crisp, light white wine with a critrusy nose)

Okanagan – Gehringer Brother’s Estate Winery, VQA, Oliver BC
gl. $ 9  1/2 L. $ 25 btl. $ 38

- Merlot  – Chardonnay

- Pinot Noir  -Riesling

By The Bottle
** Giacomo’s Choice ** btl. $ 45

Velletri Rosso Riserva – CO.PRO.VI Italia 2004 (0) {{Toscana}}
Ruby Red with hints of violets & cherry harmonies, smooth with the right amount of
tannin, some acidity, & an intense warm aftertaste.
Blend of Sangiovese / Merlot / Montepulciano & Cesanese

Italian Wines

* These exclusive wines are stored in our Caravin wine cellar to ensure quality and proper aging

Northern Italy

* Amarone della Valpolicella -Tommasi 2003 (0) $ 115 {{Veneto}}
90 points -Wine Enthusiast
“Complex, smooth, full bodied characteristics. Produced in limited quantity from
Corvina/Rondinella/ Corvinone/Negarara grapes, which are then dried on mats for five
months by natural air. The wine is then fermented for one month in stainless steel tanks,
then it is aged for three years in Slavonion oak barrels.”

* Amarone della Valpolicella  -Allegrini 2001 (0) $ 180 {{Veneto}}
95 points -The Wine Advocate –Robert Parker (August 2004)
“Rich, jammy & spicy aromas are followed by full & voluminous flavors, broad & warmly
alcoholic with abundant super-ripe fruit & notes of chocolate, solid but voluptuous &
extremely long on the finish.”

Valpolicella Ripasso -Zenato Ripassa 2007 (0) $65 {{Piemonte}}
Same wine-making process as Amarone, but fermented twice. Deep ruby red offers rich,
elegant lingering scents, it is crisp and dry in the mouth, well structured with a lovely,
velvety texture. 80%Corvina / 10% Rondinella / 10% Sangiovese

Valpolicella Classico Superiore -Masi 2008 (0) $ 42 {{Veneto}}
Deep, dark ruby color, spicy grape, classic ripe cherry & red fruits.
70% Corvina / 20% Rondinella / 10% Molinara

Barolo -Fontana Fredda 2005 (0) $ 70 {{Piemonte}}
Dry full-bodied austere, but velvety recalls dried roses, licorice & spices.
100% Nebbiolo grapes

Central Italy

Chianti -Ruffino 2008 (0) $ 42 {{Toscana}}
Very spicy, peppery, cardamom nose with some black cherry & licorice streaks.

Chianti Rufina Riserva -Nipozzano -Fresco Baldi 2006 (0) $ 54 {{Toscana}}
90 points -Wine Spectator
“Lush, lovely red fruit & nice acid structure, long balanced & satisfying.”
90% Sangiovese with bits of Malvasia Nera / Colorino / Merlot / Cabernet

Chianti Classico Brolio -Barone Ricasoli 2006 (0) $ 60 {{Toscana}}
91 points -Robert Parker
“Intense ruby red, hints of violets & ripe blackberries on the palate. The wine displays a
pleasant harmony, balanced tannins & good length. Sangiovese grapes.”

* Chianti Classico Riserva -Ruffino Ducale Gold Label 2003 (0) $ 95
{{Toscana}} 90 points -Wine Advocate
“The Riserva Ducale Oro displays an elegance & structure of grand class. Notes of
chocolate & coffee characterize the long-lingering aftertaste.”
85% Sangiovese / 15% Colorino / Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot

* Brunello di Montalcino -Castel di Giacondo -Fresco Baldi 2003 (0) $ 120
{{Toscana}} 92 points -Wine Spectator
“Notes of spice & rich berries, shows exquisite balance on the palate, weave of dense
tannins with a full bodied beautiful structure.” 100% Sangiovese

* Brunello di Montalcino – Vendemmia 2004 (0) $ 120 {{Toscana}}
91 points -Wine Spectator
“Outstandingly fresh aromas of roses, berries & spicy oak with hints of incense. Fullbodied,
with silky caressing tannins & a long, finely textured finish.” 100% Sangiovese

* Brunello di Montalcino -Il Poggione 2003 (0) $110 {{Toscana}}
91 Points -Antonio Galloni -Wine Advocate
“The 2003 is a decidedly modern, lush Brunello. As this full-bodied Brunello opens in the
glass, notes of dark fruit, leather, spices, chocolate and tobacco emerge, supported by
the firm tannins that are the hallmark of this vintage.” 100% Sangiovese

* Brunello di Montalcino -Luce Della Vite 2004 (0) $150 {{Toscana}}
91 points -Wine Spectator
Luce was the first wine ever produced in Montalcino by blending Sangiovese and Merlot
grapes. The delicate yet distinct fragrances of forest berries and cherries, with underlying
hints of cocoa, are complemented by balsamic notes. The entry on the palate is elegant
and decisive.

* Brancaia Il Blu IGT -La Brancaia 2004 (0) $ 175 {{Toscana}}
92 points -Wine Spectator #9 on the top 10 list for 2006
“Full bodied but extremely balanced with velvety, yet caressing tannins and a finish that
goes on for minutes.” Sangiovese / Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon

* Mormoreto IGT -Castello di Nipozzano – Fresco Baldi 2006 (0) $ 115
{{Toscana}} Dense, smooth tannins that immediately impress on the palate.
Solid body, although not over-powerful.
Blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon /25% Merlot / 15% Cabernet Franc

Rompicollo IGT -Tommasi 2006 (0) $ 48 {{Toscana}}
Intense bouquet of mature red berries, well-balanced, good structure and nice length
with fruity flavors Bold, rustic, fruit driven and delicious -the wine is as much as a
mouthful as its name! 60% Sangiovese/ 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

Southern Italy

Puglia IGT -Tormaresca Neprica 2008 (0) $42 {{Puglia}}
87 pionts Wine Enthusiast
“Darker in flavour then chianti, delicately spicy wine with gobs of black cherry, fruit
notes of licorice. Good structure with a long finish.”
40% Negroamaro /30% Primitvo / 30% Cabernet Sauvignon

Nero D’Avola IGT -Cusumano 2008 (0) $43 {{Sicilia}}
85 points -Wine Spectator
“Subtle aromas of Indian spices and reasberry follow through to a lioght bodied palate,
with good fruit and a delicate finish.” 100% Nero D’avola

Salice Salentino Riserva -DR. Cosimo Taurino 2007 (0) $ 47 {{Puglia}}
87 points -Robert Parker
“Gutsy, southern Italian red. Persistent nose with aromas of red woodsy berries.”
Blend of Negro Amaro / Malvasia Nera grapes

Italian Wines & Sparkling

Pinot Grigio -Santa Margherita, Italia (0) $ 45

Il Prosecco -Veneto, Italia (0) $ 40

Pinot Grigio (Montalto) -sparkling Italian pinot grigio $40

Prosecco -served with select juices, by the glass $ 8

Okanagan Wines

Okanagan Reds

Cabernet Franc  -Hillside Estate Winery 2008 (0) $ 48

Cabernet Merlot  -Sandhill Estate Vineyard 2008 (0) $ 47

Gamay Noir  -Hillside Estate Winery (Old Vines) 2007 (0) $ 62

Malbec  -Desert Hills 2007 (0) $ 62

Merlot  -Quails’ Gate (Limited Release) 2006 (0) $ 57

Merlot  -Sandhill Estate Vineyard 2006/2007 (0) $ 47

Old Vines Foch  -Quails’ Gate (Limited Release) 2007 (1) $ 57

Pinot Noir  -Quails’ Gate (Family Reserve) 2005 (0) $ 90
* 93 points Wine Enthusiast Dec. 2007 *

Syrah  -Desert Hills (Select) 2006 (0) $ 62
(won best Red Wine in Canada -
30th All Canadian Wine Champions, Windsor, Ontario)

Okanagan Whites

Chardonnay  -Quails Gate (0) (Limited Release) $ 45

Ehrenfelser  -Gehringer Bros. Estate Winery (2) $ 38

Gewurztraminer  -Hillside Estate Winery (1) $ 45