We are so excited to be able to offer you this amazing selection of wines by the glass. Our sommelier Seth hand-picked each selection to complement our winter menu perfectly, and shares his tasting notes here.
MICHAEL’S NEW YORK WINTER WINE BY THE GLASS PROGRAM 2010
BUBBLES
PROSECCO, VALLIS MARENI, UMBRA, EXTRA DRY NV $10/gl. The nose is fruity-intense, yet elegant. Clear scents of golden apples come through a floral background. It is a dry wine, fresh and lean, soft and rounded, with good length and a pleasantly fruity finish.
DEUTZ, BRUT, NV, Äy $20/ gl. Deep golden hue with very fine bubbles. On the nose, floral aromas, toasted bread, almond paste, ripe grapefruit, and a touch of lemon peel. “On the palate one finds the freshness of the Chardonnay grape, the unctuous power of Pinot Noir and the suppleness of Pinot Meunier, brought together in an elegant ensemble” – Wine Spectator. It is dry, with clean, fresh acidity going right through to the finish. A really top-notch glass of sparkles, great for beginnings, shellfish, gravlax, salads.
TAITTINGER ROSE NV $24/gl. 30% Chardonnay, 70% Pinot Noir. This is a very subtle, delicate, and intense wine showing bright red fruits (crushed wild raspberries, cherries, and blackcurrants) on the palate, with a very long, intense, dry finish. A stunning aperitif.
WHITES
RIESLING, HEXAMER, SPATLESE, NAHE 2003 $12/gl. This beautiful Riesling is off-dry with big peach, pear, and fresh apples on the nose, followed by a ripe fruit palate with firm acidity. Round notes give way to a leanish finish with mouthwatering appeal.
CHARDONNAY, PETIT CHAPEAU, MACON – VILLAGES 2007 $13/gl. “Little Hat” has aromas of lemon zest, pear skin, and green apple, complemented by a touch of spice. Focused citrus and orchard fruit flavors, juicy and fresh, with tangy acidity and minerality.
SAUVIGNON BLANC, DOMAINE GIRARD, SANCERRE, LOIRE 2008 $15/gl. This wine is everything one hopes for when thinking about Sancerre. It is bright, lively, pleasantly aromatic, with a focus tending towards grapefruit, lime, and herbs with zippy acidity but low astringency. It is a wonderful food wine that is as versatile as it is easy to drink.
ARNEIS, PALMINA, SANTA YNEZ VALLEY, 2008 $14/gl. Medium-bodied, golden-green in color, with bright citrus on the nose leaning towards an almost key lime pie note. Pears, lemongrass, and baking spice mix with lively acidity on the palate. Long finish with a touch of almonds. Great with fish, beets, salads.
PINOT GRIGIO, ZANOTELLI, TRENTINO 2007 $14/gl. This small-production wine is not your everyday Pinot Grigio. SBig and bold with bright acidity, pears, and fruit. Full bodied, dry, and crisp. Great with most things.
CHARDONNAY, MER SOLEIL, MONTEREY 2007 $20/gl. A classic California Chardonnay. Big, rich nose, with light notes of honeysuckle, truffle, and buttery oak. Full, layered flavors of tropical fruit are balanced by a bright acidity of sweet citrus, and linger though the long, creamy finish.
REDS
PINOT NOIR, THE MALIBU VINEYARD, RAMBLA PACIFICO, MALIBU 2006 $20/gl. From the vineyard that surrounds Michael McCarty’s Malibu hillside home overlooking the Pacific, this unique California Pinot Noir combines the best of the state’s classic Pinot Noir characteristics with the best of Oregon style. The nose is a mixture of just-ripening strawberries, cherries, and hints of soft cola, with a touch of earthiness. On the palate, the cherries come forward first in their freshness, then mix with and give way to the strawberry notes, which progress from fresh to preserves. The 2006 vintage has softness in the mouth, with a nice medium body. The finish is mouthwatering, making this wine pair exceptionally well with gamier poultry such as quail and duck, as well as with our burger, steak, and lamb.
BAROLO, CAVALOTTO, BRICCO BOSCHIS, 2000 $20/gl. The 2000 vintage produced Barolos of great ripeness and exuberance. It is a real treat to be able to offer this outstanding wine by the glass. A balsamic nose of spices, menthol, and licorice, followed by deep layers of dark fruit and tar. Soft and deep, with fully balanced acid makes this a rock star of a wine.
SYRAH, BOX CAR, SONOMA COAST 2007 $14/gl . Deep purple in color, this Syrah has a great, rich mouthfeel with decent acidity and surprisingly smooth tannins for such a young wine. A nose of Rainier cherries, Earl Grey tea, black fruit, and white pepper with undertones of herb-scented lamb. On the palate, you get the same fruit and pepper with a nice spice to the finish.
CABERNET SAUVIGNON, DUNHAM CELLARS, THREE LEGGED RED, COLUMBIA VALLEY 2007 $16/gl. Beautiful full-bodied wines are coming out of Washington State, and this blend of 80% Cabernet with a little Merlot and Syrah is one of them. Big, soft red/black fruits up front, with a touch of jamminess on the finish. Medium/full body.
MERLOT, CODE NOIR, RATTLESNAKE HILLS 2007 $15/gl. Another Washington State standout made by the sommelier from The French Laundry. Blending 90% Merlot, softened and filled out with Petit Verdot and Malbec. Bits of olives and black fruit on the nose. A touch spicy with jam. Full body, good tannins and acidity. A great food wine.
NEGROMARO, TORMARESCA, MASSERIA MAIME SALENTO , APULIA 2000 $14/gl. Made by the famous Antinori family, this wine is earthy with spice. Prune and black fruit on the palate. Long finish ends with menthol and minerals. Great with meats and big cheeses
Our reds available by the glass.
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