Inn at Pleasant Lake

Archive for May, 2008

Elk Cove, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2007

Light and tangy, with a grassy note weaving through the peach and citrus flavors. $32

Caymus, Conundrum, (half bottle) Napa Valley, California, 2004

Great sipping wine!  Wonderful complexity and range of flavors, with ripe pear, fig, nectarine, tangerine vanilla and anise notes, turning smooth and revealing layers of depth. The blend includes Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Sémillon and Muscat grapes. $30

Caldora, Trebbiano d’Abruzzo, Italy, 2004

A delicious table wine that features a medium body. Characteristics of pear and grape come forth and it ends with a zesty finish. $24

Chateau Ste. Michelle, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2006

Deep flavor. Hints of grapefruit, roses and a peppery spice tone. $28

Domaine Chandon, Brut Classic, California, .187 ml

Notes of apple and pear with a hint of spice. Soft, dry finish.  $9

Cuvée Dom Perignon, France, 2002

Elegant, with a smooth, creamy texture, this Champagne shows evolved aromas and flavors of toast, honey, grilled nuts and mushrooms in a soft, yet balanced structure. $170

Domaine Chandon, Brut, California

Notes of apple and pear with a hint of spice. Soft, dry finish. $32

Domaine Carneros, Brut, California, 2006

Fragrant, with plenty of lively intensity to its floral, green apple and refreshing citrus notes. Intensity lingers through the focused finish. $39

Heidsieck & Co., Monopole, Blue Top, Brut, France

Creamy and delicious, with notes of honey, baking bread, citrus and hazelnut. Very well balanced. $59

Veuve Cliquot Ponsardin, Brut, Yellow Label, France

A medium-bodied, open-textured Champagne, showing citrus, yeast and mineral flavors in a clean, fresh style. $75 (half bottle $40)