Chateau St. Michelle Johannisburg Riesling 1997, Washington..................$17
Slightly sweet with peach, honey and apple flavors, this white finishes with a crisp citrusy snap.  The slightly sweet flavors mold with spicy dishes to create a unique wine and food match.

Gilliard Fendant 1996, Valais, Switzerland............................................$30
Fendant is produced from a Swiss varietal called Chassellas.  It is clean, light bodied, crisp wine that was made to go with fondue.

Medium-Bodied Whites/ Mezzo-Mezzo
...white wines with full-flavors-enhances the flavor of your food!!

Hanna Sauvignon Blanc1997, Russian River Valley, Sonoma......................$21
Silky smooth flavors of  citrus, herb and mineral with nice acidity make this a great example of Russian River fruit.  The flavors and body match up well with light Eastern curry dishes.

De Loach Gewurztraminer 1997,  Russian River Valley, Sonoma...............$23
Gewurztraminer means spice vine and De Loach's off-dry wine with bright flavors of nectarine and litchi nuts finishes smooth and long.  This is a classic match up with Asian dishes and curry dishes.

Full-bodied Whites/Molt Grande
...fuller bodied whites often with a touch of oak.

Columbia Crest Chardonnay 1997, Washington....................................$19
Ripe and bright with flavors of apple, spice and citrus fruits, this is  a very consistent producer.  This is very versatile wine that can be used from appetizers to fowl dishes.

Kendall Jackson Chardonnay 1997, California.....................................$25
Buttery, ripe and round best describe this popular Chardonnay from California.  Designed to accompany poultry and salt water fishes.

Chateau St. Michelle Chardonnay 1997,  Washington.........................$26
Shows a lot of ripe pear and honey flavors on a smooth, well-proportioned frame. Good acidity will make this a nice match for lightly spiced dishes.

Far Niente Chardonnay 1997, Napa Valley, California..........................$59
A classic Napa Chardonnay that exhibits intense red apple,  citrus and spice aromas.  This is a full bodied Chardonnay that will hold up well against light game.

Drouhin Chablis Premier Cru 1996, Chablis, France............................$39
Chablis is found in the extreme north of  Burgundy where a chalky soil and cool climate combined with stainless steel fermentation creates this Chardonnay.  It is very dry with steely clean flavors of  green apples and minerals.  Chablis'  high acidity cuts through sharp cheeses and is traditionally drunk with shell fish.

Louis Latour Pouilly Fuisse 1997, Burgundy, France............................$35
Another great example of French Chardonnay.   The village of Chardonnay is actually found near Pouilly Fuisse.  This firm structured Pouilly shows flavors of  green apples and crisp acidity.  A great choice for dryer Chardonnay with fowl and light veal dishes.

Chartron et Trebuchet Puligny Montrachet 1995, Burgundy, France......... $62
Puligny Montrachet's are noted for their buttery fruit of the front of the palate and full-bodied finish.  Puligny Montrachet is located in Burgundy's famed Cote d'Or.  This is a great match up to light game and heavier fowl dishes.

BLUSH/Rosato

Chateau Routas Rouviere Rose 1997, Provence, France..............$19
Don't let the color scare you away.  This is  dry style French rose that has fresh flavors of raspberries and cranberries.  Rose's are traditionally drunk with first courses or Mediterranean influenced dishes with herbs and spice.

Soft and Fruity Reds/  Bon Sapore
...Easy drinking; with loads of  flavor.

Doboeuf Fleurie 1997, Beaujolais, France.............................$23
Fleurie is known for its fragrance and supple texture.  It is marked by its soft strawberry and raspberry flavors with a rich and elegant finish.  This is a wine that will go well with fondue or with heavier fishes.

Silvan Ridge Pinot Noir 1995, Oregon..........................$32
Pinot Noir is an extremely versatile wine that is traditionally matched with duck or heavier fowl.  Silvan Ridge is a soft Pinot with flavors of berries and a light smokiness.

Medium-Bodied Reds / Mezzo-Mezzo
...red wines that have a tad more structure-they will enhance the flavors of your meal!!

Chateau Pottelle Zinfandel VGS 1993, Napa, California.........$60
This is definately "Very Good Stuff".  The winemaker wanted to prove to the world that
Zinfandel could be a contender for making great wine.  This is very rich and oaky with
distinct black pepper spice on the finish.  This goes great with Elk or Lamb.

Rosemount Shiraz 1997, South Australia....................................$22
Australians drink Shiraz the way Americans drink Merlot.  Rosemount is a rich smooth style of red with ripe red cherry flavors and a distinct black pepper spicy finish.  A great match with lightly spiced Eastern dishes.

Archery Summit Pinot Noir 1996, Oregon...................................$59
Archery Summit is a medium bodied Pinot Noir that is marked by its highly aromatic nose and full flavors of plum, spice and chocolate.  Archery Summit is a leader in Oregon in both vineyard development and winemaking.  This  is a Pinot that is heavy enough to accompany lighter red meats, or heavier fowl.

Blackstone Merlot 1997, California..........................................$20
Rich  black cherry fruit with a nice soft finish complemented by vanilla scented notes of oak make this a natural choice for the California Merlot drinker.  A very versatile wine, this shows well with beef or game.

Columbia Crest Merlot 1997, Washington..................................$25
Light bodied with a silky soft finish, this is a Merlot that is light enough to go with white meat.

Merryvale Reserve Merlot 1996, Napa Valley, California...........................$55
If you like the fullness of Cabernet but are looking for something smoother this is the wine for you.  This is a full bodied red that delivers the flavor and intensity of Cabernet but without the heavy , dry finish.  This wine was made to go with lamb or lighter beef

Castello di Fonterotuli Chianti Classico 1996, Tuscany, Italy.......................$32
This is a medium bodied Sangiovese based red that has  dry cranberry and raspberry flavors.  Chianti goes well with Mediterranean influenced dishes.

Full-bodied Reds / Grande
...full-bodied; lots-o-flavor; drink with bigger dishes

Columbia Crest Cabernet Sauvignon 1997,Washington....................$21
Black cherry and currant flavors fill the body of this popular Washington state Cabernet.  
A good pick for light beef dishes.

Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon 1996, Central Coast, California............$23
Liberty School Cabernet is made by the same people that make Caymus.  The wine
maker, Chuck Wagner, grew up in this area and wanted to show the world what a
great place it was to make wine.  This is a rich full bodied Cabernet with flavors of  Black Cherries and soft, full tannins.  A great matchup to heavy sauces or red meats.

Guenoc Cabernet Sauvignon 1996, California......................$25
Fruity and soft describe this medium bodied Cabernet from California.  Guenoc Cabernet will complement beef or game.

Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon 1995, Napa, California.......................$45                                                        Ripe currant, cherry, berry and spice all combine to make a very elegant rich full bodied wine with supple tannins to make it appealing now.  Holds up well to big red meats.

Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 1996, Calistoga Cuvee, Napa...............$40
From one of the original Napa Valley wineries comes this full-bodied assertive Cabernet.  
 It  possesses big black cherry and black cassis flavors that finish full and dry.  Chateau Montelena was made to go with a big steak.

Pine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 1996 , Stags Leap District, Napa, California......$66
Tight, rich and concentrated with complex flavors of currant, anise, cedar and spice.  It  turns smooth and rich on the long  finish.  A great steak or big wild game wine.

Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon 1992, Napa Valley...................................$165
This is one of the great wineries of Napa Valley.  Manages to combine huge Cabernet flavors with a sense of elegance and harmony.  An extremely well made wine that will be a perfect partner for beef.

Domaine De La Janaisse Chateauneuf du Pape 1996, Rhone Valley, France........$41
This Grenache based red is a powerful wine packed with intense red fruit.  There is some Syrah blended in to give it a peppery finish and nice raspberry flavor.  This Rhone red is a natural for elk or heavy grilled foods.

Prunotto Barolo Classico 1994, Piedmonte, Italy.......................................$49
Barolo is known as the King of Wines in Italy.  Big dry flavors of  raspberries with a long expansive finish make this a perfect complement to big grilled meats or  dense textured meats.

Guerrieri Rizzardi Amarone 1993, Veneto, Italy.....................................$53
Amarone is made by allowing the grapes that have been harvested to dry out for six months before pressing them to make the wine.  Essentially, you are making wine out of raisins.  This creates an extremely complex wine that is dominated by plums, leather, smoke and raisins on the nose and on the palate makes for a huge mouthful of wine.  This is a great wine for dense heavy foods that require a big wine to hold up to the flavor.

Chateau Beaumont 1995, Haut Medoc, Bordeaux, France.................................$36
This Cru  Bourgeois is distinguished by an elegant bouquet. Rich, harmonious and fruity with a nice dry finish.  A classic steak match.

Admiral De Beychevelle 1995, St. Julien, Bordeaux, France..............................$45
This is the second label of the famed Chateau Beychevelle.  Soft, elegant and fruity mark this Bordeaux.  A nice complement to red meat.

Baron Phillipe Rothschild 1994, St. Emilion Bordeaux, France...........................$38
This is a Merlot based wine from the right bank of Bordeaux.  A little softer that the Cabernet based reds of Bordeaux.  This is a great match for lamb.

SPARKLING / Spumante
...all that bubbles.

Paul Cheneau, Spain (187 ml)...............................................................................$5.75
This is a clean, light Spanish Cava.  Perfect for a aperitif while perusing the menu.

Piper Heidsick Cuvee Brut NV, Champagne, France.............................$47
This is a great medium bodied Champagne with toasty, almondy flavors and a nice dry finish.

Krug Grande Cuvee Brut, Champagne, France.................................$129
Krug masterfully blends seven different vintages to create a Champagne that has nutty, buttery aromas, crisp, lemony flavors and a full bodied, creamy texture.

ALPINE BISTRO
SELECTION OF WINES BY THE GLASS AND APERITIFS

Tiefenbruner Pinot Grigio1997, Alto Adige,Italy...........................................$5.25
Gilliard Fendant 1996, Valais, Switzerland...................................................$7.95
Vendange Chardonnay NV, California.........................................................$4.25
Columbia Crest Chardonnay 1997, Washington...........................................$4.75
Kendall Jackson Chardonnay 1997, California.............................................$6.50
Hanna Sauvignon Blanc 1997, Russian River Valley Sonoma, California........$6.00

Sutter Home White Zinfandel 1997, California..............................................$4.25
Chateau Routas Rouviere Rose 1997, Provence, France...............................$5.25

Vendange Cabernet Sauvignon NV, California..............................................$4.25
Columbia Crest Cabernet Sauvignon 1997, Washington................................$5.75
Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon Central Coast 1996, California...............$6.75
Vendange Merlot NV, France......................................................................$4.25
Blackstone Merlot 1997, California..............................................................$5.75
Duboeuf Fleurie 1997, Beaujolais France.....................................................$6.50

Paul Cheneau Sparkling Cava, Spain (187ml)............................................$5.75
Quinta de la Rosa Tawny Port 1991, Portugal ............................................$5.50
Warres LBV Port 1986, Portugal............................................................$6.50
Martinez Tawny Port...........................................................................$5.50

Pernod..............................................................................................$4.75
Macallan 12-year Single Malt  Scotch..........................................................$6.25
Glenmorangie Single Malt Scotch..............................................................$6.25
Knob Creek Single Batch Bourbon............................................................$4.75
B&B or Campari..................................................................................$4.75
Fassbind  Williams Du Valais (Pear Brandy).................................................$6.25
Fassbind Kirsch Du Righi (Cherry Brandy)...................................................$6.25
Fassbind Pfluemli (Plum Brandy)...............................................................$6.25
Sandemans Madeira................................................................................$5.00