Beginning in September, we are pleased to present a selection of specially priced bottles of wines every Sunday evening in our first floor bar. Each week, Master Sommelier Alpana Singh features a list of wines from her personally stocked cellar of over 450 global selections for only $28 (exclusive of tax and gratuity).
Spotlighted specials range from limited production wines and Singh’s current favorites, to varietals she finds particularly interesting. All are selected to complement Chef de Cuisine Bjorn Rasmussen’s seasonal menu, whose offerings have been specially tailored for Sunday evenings in the bar. “We think this is a fun opportunity for wine lovers, both new and experienced, to discover something unique at an attractive price point,” said Singh.
Availability of the Sunday specials is limited, and is offered exclusively in the bar area. Bar seating is available on a walk-in basis.
Selections will change frequently. Introductory offerings include:
2006 Gramona, Cava Imperial, Spain – Gramona’s history in the Penedes region dates back to 1816 and today they are one of the few remaining family-owned estates in the region. Gramona ages their Cavas a minimum of 18 months and an average of 4 years. Aromas of toast, brioche and baked apples.
2011 Adelsheim, Auxerrois, Oregon – Auxerrois is native to Alsace and is known for its light and refreshing flavors of green apples and citrus. This delightful wine makes for an easy-to-drink and quaffable summer sipper.
2011 Knoll, Gruner Veltliner, Federspiel, Austria – Grüner Veltliner is the most widely planted grape variety in Austria, making up about a third of all the vineyard land in the country. Steely and concentrated with aromas of apricots, white pepper and mandarin oranges.
2010 Chateau la Roque, Pic Saint-Loup, Rose, France – Made from organically grown old vine Syrah and Mourvedre vines from vineyards located in the Languedoc-Rousillon area of south-west France. Richer in style with notes of raspberries, dried rose petals and Provencale herbs.
2010 Lemelson, Pinot Noir, Thea’s Selection, Oregon – Eric Lemelson founded his winery on a spectacular 31-acre slope over-looking the coast range near Carlton, Oregon. Spice-scented aromas of black raspberries, cherries, star anise and hints of vanilla.
2010 Chateau de Lionne, Graves, Bordeaux – Blend of classic Bordeaux varietals – Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Flavors of cassis, black plums and currants with a firm and full-bodied structure.
2010 Mas Alta, Artigas, Priorat, Spain – Ripe and concentrated blend of Garnacha, Carignan and Cabernet Sauvignon. Flavors of ripe raspberries, dark plums and mocha.
The Bar at The Boarding House is open every Sunday from 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.