Fork offers a broad range of styles, representing the best quality wines in their price range. We believe the best wine values today come from small, lesser - known producers. Because these wines can be tough to find and may be limited in availability, we taste new wines each week (it’s a tough job, but somebody has to do it). On average, only one out of ten wines we taste makes it on to our select list. The list is organized from the lightest wines to the most full-bodied.
-Fork Wine Director, Roberto Sella
S p a r k l i n g W i n e a n d C h a m p a g n e
San Giovanni, Conegliano e Valdobbiadene, Spumante Brut, Prosecco, N.V., Italy Well balanced with hints of apple and wisteria 42
Clavelin, Brut Comté, Crémant du Jura, Tête de Cuvée, Chardonnay, N.V., France, Full and dry like true Champagne 48
Diebolt – Vallois, Blanc de Blancs, Chardonnay, N.V., France Crisp and lively with green apples 95 Ployez – Jacquemart, Brut, Pinot Noir Blend, N.V., France Delicate citrus nose, creamy and firmly structured ½ bt 48 full bt 90
Michel Frères Rosé, Crémant de Bourgogne, Pinot Noir, 2006, France Lovely dry sparkling rose, light berry fruit 50
W h i t e W i n e
Baumann, Ugni Blanc-Colombard Blend, 2007, France Floral and clean apricot fruit with dry finish 32
Soellner, Wogerain, Grüner Veltliner, 2007, Austria Bright blend of honeyed fruit and herbs 38
S.A. Prüm, Essence, Mosel-Saar-Ruvver, Riesling, 2006, Germany Crispy, honey, ripe pear, citrus and slate 32
Tuileries, Sauvignon -Semillon Blend 2006, France Crisp citrus fruit, floral nose 42
Reverdy, “Les Coûtes”, Sancerre, Sauvignon Blanc, 2007, France Clean, minerally and palate cleansing 62 Villiera, Stellenbosch,Sauvignon Blanc, 2006, South Africa Fruit driven, refreshing and elegant 38 Boniface, Apremont, Jacquère, 2006, France Fresh, crisp, green apple, full of minerals 36
Godeval, “Cosecha,” Valdeorras, Godello, 2006, Spain Crisp and delicate with nice acidity 42
Mann, Cuvee Albert, Riesling, 2006, France Spicy, aromatic, ripe peach, citrus and mango 58
Pas Saint Martin, La Pierre Frite, Saumur, Chenin Blanc, 2007, France Elegant with notes of citrus and apples 36
Fouquet, “Cuvée Silex”, Vouvray, Chenin Blanc, 2007, France Dry mineral finish, perfect with exotic flavors 42
A. Scherer, Pinot Blanc, 2007, France Rich honeyed, apple fruit 36
Tasca d'Almerita, Leone, Catarratto-Chardonnay Blend, 2006, Italy Bouquet of pink grapefruit, apple and peach 48 Servin, Cuvée Les Pargues, Chablis, 2005, France Elegant fresh ripe fruits with mineral finish 60
Talmard, Mâcon-Chardonnay, 2006, France Crisp clean round fruit, mineral finish 40
Pfeiffer, Three Chimneys, Chardonnay-Marsanne Blend, 2003, Australia Floral aromas with flavors of peaches and melon 42
Pietra Santa, Central Coast, Chardonnay, 2005, CA Crisp flavors of lemongrass, pear and green apple with hints of oak 38
Calera, Central Coast, Chardonnay, 2006, CA Bright aromas of citrus and exotic tropical fruits 62
Anselmann, Pfalz, Gewurtraminer Kabinette, 2005, Germany Intense floral nose, exotic fruit, great with spicy food 55
R o s e W i n e
Château Mourgues du Grés, Les Galets Rosés, 2007, France Deeply-colored with a full, fresh, and fruity body 36
R e d W i n e
Chermette, Beaujolais, Gamay, 2006, France Dried cranberry fruit with earthy finish 38
Bertagna, Bourgogne, Pinot Noir, 2005, France Pure red cherries, classic French Burgundy 62 Summerland, Santa Barbara, Pinot Noir, 2006, CA Smooth black cherries, cloves, beautifully balanced 58
Malenchini, Toscano Rosso, Sangiovese, 2005, Italy Intense ruby fruit, fresh and bright 38 Isole e Olena, Chianti Classico, Sangiovese, 2005, Italy Tuscan classic, red cherries ½ bt 32
Meraviglie, Chianti Classico, Sanvgiovese, 2004, Italy Plush black cherry and cinnamon spice 50 Peique, Bierzo, Mencia, 2006, Spain Ripe full and strong fruit with soft tannins 38 Plouzeau, “Rive Gauche”, Chinon, Cabernet Franc, 2006, France Bouquet of blackberry, raspberry and liquorice 38
Fontenille, Cotes du Luberon, Grenache, 2005, France Round cassis fruit with rustic styling 36
Castillo LaBastida, Tempranillo, Rioja, 2001, Spain Ripe berry fruit, smooth smoky oak 60 Saurel, Saint Damien, Vieilles Vignes, Gigondas, Grenache Blend, 2005, France Strong and ripe dark fruits with firm tannins 70 Durand, Merlot, 2006, France Rustic, medium bodied with bright berry flavors 36 Vietti, Tre Vigne, Dolcetto d’Alba, 2005, Italy Velvety with dried fruit and berries 60
Pedro Martínez, Rioja, Alesanco, Tempranillo, 2006, Spain Aromas of anise and cloves, dark berry fruit 34
Boeri, Barbera D’Asti, 2006, Italy Strawberry and cherry fruit with a silky, soft finish 38
Lamothe, Clevens, Merlot-Cabernet Blend, 2005, France Unoacked with soft spice and red fruits 42
Dom Marinho, Periquita Blend, 2005, Portugal Smooth plum and blackberry fruit 36
Courbissac, Minervois, Grenache blend, 2004, France Dense and rich fruits with moderate tannins 45
Valle de Salinas, Joven, Yecla, Monastrell-Merlot Blend, 2005, Spain Intense spicy cassis fruit, well-balanced 36
Luce della Vite, Sangiovese-Merlot Blend, 2001, Italy Deep, chocolately with dark cherry fruits ½ bt 55
Kaapzicht, Stellenbosch, Merlot Blend, 2004, South Africa Spiced red berries and plum with soft oak 45
Godeau, Saint Emilion Grand Cru, Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, 2003, France Full-bodied, structured, dark berry fruit 85
Zapata, “Alamos”, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007, Argentina Round cassis fruit with peppery long finish 34
Hundred Tree Hill, Cabernet Blend, 2004, Australia Intense black currant with hints of nutty oak 65 M. Ercolino, “Memo”, Montepulciano D’Abruzzo, 2006, Italy Bold ripe chocolatey plum fruit with rustic tannins 32 Hackett, Gatekeeper, Shiraz, 2005, Australia Earthy dark berry fruit with spicy vanilla oak 36 St. Hallett, Faith, Shiraz, 2005, Australia Lifted spice and cherry notes, soft smokey flavor 55
L’Ostal Cazes, Minervois, Syrah Blend, 2002, France Dense and robust with red cherry flavors 75
Ridge, Geyserville, Zinfandel Blend, 2005, California Deep balanced wine, plum and blackberry fruit 95
R e s e r v e W h i t e W i n e s
Mann, Furstentum, Grand Cru, Riesling, 2005, France Ripe stone fruit, exotic spice 85 Joly, Clos de la Coulée de Serrant, Savennières-Coulée, Chenin Blanc, 2004, France Biodynamic with notes of honeysuckle and long finish 110
R e s e r v e R e d W i n e
Jérôme Chezeaux, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Pinot Noir,2005,France Medium bodied with mint, black cherries 125
Isole e Olena,“Cepparello”, Sangiovese, 2003, Italy Profound grace with balance and finish 120 Malenchini, Bruzzico, Sangiovese, 2001, Italy Rich super-Tuscan from a great vintage 105 Usseglio & Fils, Chateauneuf du Pape, Grenache Blend, 2004, France Dark red berries with lively aromas 95
Poumey, Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux, Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, 1995, France Toasty, smokey nose with cassis and cherry, intense and nicely structured 150 Schiavenza, Barolo, Nebbiolo, 2001, Italy Earthy scents of violets, plum, well structured 115
Baroncini, Il Castellare, Brunello di Montalcino, Sangiovese, 2001, Italy Smooth toasty cedar, long lush finish 105
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