Let’s pray that May’s marine layer and lingering gloom have
abated and we can welcome in summer and its warm transition.
The month of June is a wonderfully charismatic time since there
are so many festivities and emotions associated with it - The
grills and barbeques are heating up and working overtime and
most weddings occur during this 30 day span. Our wine staff have
offered their favorite wine libations to aid, assist and fulfill any
situations or scenarios that may arise; And, of course, to help you
‘marry’ your favorite cuisine, be it fish, fowl, meat or veggies with
the wine suggestions below. And as always, drink outside the box.
MONTHLY SELECTIONS
GRUET BRUT SPARKLING WINE
RE G U L A R $19.99
GA ZE T T E S PE C I A L $14.99
Some of the Grands Marques of French Champagne set out
decades ago to conquer new lands, or vineyards rather,
starting with Moet Chandon, GH Mumm, Louis Roederer
and Taittinger selecting prime land in northern California
and leading the way to a host of others. Somewhere along
the way, Gilbert Gruet turned left instead and landed in
New Mexico. As odd as it seemed to me at the time, it was
immediately evident that this was a sound choice. Greater
Albuquerque is home to some ideal vineyards, which have
come to maturity and are impressive in their own right.
Sitting at more than 4000 ft above sea level, these high
elevation vineyards and their sandy soils seem contrary
to the chalk soils of Champagne, but the proof is in the
liquid. The Brut Cuvee is a marriage of Chardonnay and
Pinot Noir with tremendous finesse and balance, but with
a solid backbone. Citrus, green apple, blossom notes with
integrated spiced and a subtle lees character.
PAIR WITH ANYTHING FROM THE SEA, ROTISSERIE
CHICKEN, OR SALTY SNACKS.
Geoff Nicoll Dir. Beer, Wine & Spirits
FLYING GOAT GOAT BUBBLES
SANTA BARBARA BRUT CUVÉE
RE G U L A R $39.99
GA ZE T T E S PE C I A L $34.99
Goat Bubbles is a sparkling wine made primarily from
Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, all sourced from vineyards
throughout Santa Barbera County and made by Methode
Champenoise. Every bottle is riddled, disgorged, waxed
and labeled by hand. Aromas of lemon zest and orange
blossom lead into apple and pear notes with a hint of
persimmon on the back end. The body is light, bright and
mineral-laden with elegant textures.
PAIR WITH GRILLED SALMON, PORK TENDERLOIN OR
A GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH.
Erik Moreno Level 1 Court of Sommeliers; Wine
Specialist Westchester
JUNE 2021
ALLIMANT-LAUGNER CRÉMANT
D’ALSACE BRUT N.V.
REG ULAR $23.99
GAZETTE SP E CIAL $19.99
87 Points Decanter World wine awards 2016
The French Crémant d’Alsace is made from a blend of Pinot
Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris, all indigenous to Alsace.
Laugner has an elegant honeysuckle pear not that brightens
the pallet. With a burst of minerals and crisp fruits that are
perfectly balanced with citrus elements that complement the
bubbles extremely well. It is an amazing sparkling wine to
drink on Sunday mornings with mimosas or simply enjoying a
soft fizz. Laugner’s light finish makes you wish you had more.
Allow us the honor of preparing the perfect Sunday brunch
with our very own quiche from the deli and sliced fruit from
our produce. To enjoy a spectacular day with the friends and
family.
Miguel Barberena Wine Specialist Hollywood
BILLECART SALMON
BRUT ROSÉ NV
REG ULAR $89.99
GAZETTE SP E CIAL $84.99
92 Points Wine Enthusiast
This stunning Champagne is a magnificent wine to start
off your summer celebrations! This wine is a blend of
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier vinified as red
wine. The pale rose color has warm hints of gold, fresh
raspberries, strawberries, and hints of apricot. This wine
will pair beautifully with a charcuterie plate, yellowfin
tuna, and smoked Salmon.
THIS ROSÉ CHAMPAGNE IS VERY DIVERSE AND CAN
PAIR WITH FRESH FRUITS, LIGHT SEAFOOD DISHES,
AND MANY DESSERTS!
Jennifer Olivera Level 1 Court of Sommeliers,
WSET Wine and Spirits II;
Wine Specialist
Newport Beach
DAOU VINEYARDS
PASO ROBLES ROSÉ 2020
RE GULAR $26.99
GAZ E TTE SP E CI A L $22.99
This wine is delightfully fragrant and floral, showing lovely
aromas of fresh strawberry, sliced peach and watermelon
with nuances of hibiscus, cherry and clover honey.
The palate is refreshingly crisp yet lusciously smooth.
Revealing juicy flavors of nectarine, orange, strawberry
parfait, and golden delicious apple. A long, clean finish
lingers with impressions of peach, citrus zest and Barbados
cherry.
PAIR WITH CHEESES AND CURED MEATS AND A
NICE TOSSED SALAD.
Roy Milholland Wine Specialist Yorba Linda
GARCIAREVALO
CASAMARO VERDEJO
RE GULAR $13.99
GAZ E TTE SP E CI A L $10.99
Rueda is a D.O. in the region of Castile de Leon in
northwest Spain. This is a prodigious zone known mainly
for its zesty and brisk whites crafted from the indigenous
Verdejo grape. The plains are quite arid, the soils poor
and sandy, which in turn stress the vine limiting vigor and
causing smaller more concentrated berries. The flavors are
zesty, exhilarating and quite expressive, showing stone
fruits, pineapple, a delicate herbal note finishing with a
fleeting mineral saline component.
THIS IS A WONDERFUL SPRING/SUMMER SIPPER
WELL SUITED TO WHITE FISH, CEVICHE, TAPAS AND
MARINATED POULTRY.
Geoff Nicoll Dir. Beer, Wine & Spirits
