HOUSE FAVORITES
Wine list items may change based upon availability.
- Terredora di Paolo Greco di Tufo 11
One of the most unique grapes in Italian wine, the Greco di Tufo grape is comparable to a full-bodied fruit forward Chardonnay. A floral bouquet on the nose, subtle minerality, bits of citrus softened with a hint of honey. Enjoy the Greco di Tufo paired with the fresh fish of the day or as an apertif by itself.
- Vietti Roero Arneis 11
One of Piemonte's most popular white wines resurrected from the verge of extinction. Appears a pale sunshine yellow, and coupled with floral, melon aromas spiked with hints of almond for a beautiful introduction. Unoaked, dry, crisp acidity, and lingering finish, Roero Arneis is a perfect complement to lightly sauced seafood, simply prepared veal and chicken.
- Trebbiano di Lugana, Tenuta Roveglia 11
This light and refreshing wine makes for the ideal summertime apertif. Nice aromas of peach with a touch of vanilla on the nose. All followed by a crisp elegant finish with nice acidity as the Trebbiano grape is known for.
- IL Fortino 09
Voted best Syrah of 2011 in the world, Buonamico winery was only able to ship five cases of the "IL Fortino" to the United States. Available only at the Trattoria Lisina, enjoy this robust Syrah with anything on the menu or a bottleby itself. This wine has an assertive nose, fresh fruit and earth. hints of spicy pepper and caramel with rich notes of vanilla. Medium tannins on the finish allows for an outstanding and delicious wine for any type of wine drinker.
- Terra Jovia Primitivo 07
Truly an old world production, Terra Jovia clearly separates itself from new world primitivo and zinfandel creations. A short vegetative cycle and precocious ripening aid in producing a wine with balance complexity. This rustic wine showcases dark spicy fruit, persistent plum, black pepper and earth, no jammy fruit here.
- Ruffino Chianti Classico Riserva Oro Riserva 06
The Riserva is only produced in the very best of vintages, hand selected and harvested from Ruffino's most prestigious estates in Chianti. This vintage is highlighted by an intense nose of cherry and violet with subsequent notes of cinnamon and chocolate. Palate showcases elegance, balanced acidity, and suggests sweet tobacco, plum and clove character.
SPUMANTE (Sparkling Wine)
- Prosecco, Pasqua NV
Prosecco Brut, "Crede" Bisol
Champagne, Dom Perignon Brut 03
Chanpagne, "Blanc de Blancs", Ruinart Brut
Peach Bellini
VINI MANDOLA
- Mandola Pinot Grigio NV
This is a beautiful expression of Pinot Grigio, a medium-bodied white with lovely mineral notes that accent the delicate palate. Aromas of tropical and citrus fruits emanate from the glass with soft pear and white flower notes.
- Mandola Montepulciano d’ Abruzzo 2011
Mandola Montepulciano is privately labeled by the La Querica Estate in Abruzzo, a small self-sustaining winery over looking the Adriatic Sea. The wine displays a striking, dark ruby hue and a nose of ripe dark cherry and plum. The palate is well balanced by notes of spice and leather with a pleasant layer of oak and lightly tannic finish.
- Mandola Chianti DOCG 2011
This bright ruby red wine is an exceptional people pleaser. Suprisingly firm, with intense dried cherries, juicy red plum and fresh floral notes. Very food friendly, the earth qualities and admirable tannic structure make this the perfect wine for rustic pasta and pizza.
VINI BIANCHI (White)
- Abruzzo
Montepulciano, Cerasuolo Dry Rose, Martin Ulisse 11
- Piemonte
Arneis, Vietti 11
Chardonnay/Sauvignon/Arneis, "Tre Uve" Malvira 04
- Sicilia
Chardonnay, Planeta 09
- Campania
Falanghina Sannio, Vini Nobilis 10
Greco di Tufo, Terredora di Paolo 11
- Lombardy
Trebbiano di Lugana, Tenuta Roveglia 11
- Friuli
Pinot Grigio, Livio Felluga 11
- Toscana
Sangio/Syrah/Canaiolo Rose, Buonamico 11
Pinot Bianco, "Vasario" Buonamico 09
- Veneto
Sauvignon Blanc, Satre Srl Trebaseleghe 11
VINI DOLCE (Sweet)
- Moscato d'Asti, Vietti NV
Brachetto, "Birbet", Malvira NV
Port, "Bin 27 Finest Reserve", Fonseca
Port, 20 year Tawny, Taylor Fladgate
VINI ROSSI (Reds)
- Piemonte
Barbera D’ Alba, "San Michele" Malvira 07
Barbera/Nebbiolo, "Finalmente" San Silvestro 10
Nebbiolo d' Alba, Igino 09
Nebbiolo, "Perbacco" Vietti 09
Barbaresco, "Rabaja" Bruno Rocca 06
Barbera d'Alba, Costa di Bussia 08
Nebbiolo, Malvira 07
Barolo, "Pie Rupestris" Cappellano 07
Barolo, Costa di Bussia 08
- Romagna
Cagnina di Romagna, "Sweet Red" Adesso 11
- Umbria
Montepulciano/Merlot, Terra di Confine 09
- Campania
Aglianico/Merlot, "Hellenico" Vini Nobilis 10
- Trentino Alto Aldige
Pinot Nero, "Palladium" K. Martini & Soln SAS 10
- Puglia
Primitivo, Mocavero 09
Primitivo, "Gioia di Colle" Terra Jovia 07
Negroamaro, Gelso Moro 08
- Sicilia
Pinot Noir, Feudo Arancio 09
- Veneto
Valpolicella, Bertani 12
Valpolicella Classico Ripasso, David Sterza 11
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, Sartori 09
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, David Sterza 08
- Sardinia
Grenache, "Rei" Castiadas 09
Carignano/Cab/Merlot, "Barrua" Tenuta San Guido 07
- Toscana
Chianti, Lorini 10
Chianti Classico, Castello di San Sano 09
Chianti Classico Riserva, "Riserva Ducale Oro" Ruffino 06
Sangiovese/Merlot, Mazzoni 08
Syrah/Sangiovese, Pian di Nova 07
Rosso di Montalcino, Tenuta Vitanza 08
Brunello di Montalcino, "Villa al Cortile" Piccini 06
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva, Il Poggione 04
Cabernet Sauvignon, "Janus" Casalvento 07
Rosso Toscana, "Tageto" Donna Olimpia 09
Rosso Toscana, "Le Serre Nuove" Orenellaia 09
Rosso Toscana, "Mormoreto" Frescobaldi 06
Rosso Toscana, "Tignanello" Antinori 08
Rosso Toscana, "Sassicaia" Tenuta San Guido 08
Rosso Toscana, "Sassicaia" Tenuta San Guido 09 1.5L
BIRRA (Beer)
- Birra Moretti
A fine Italian Pilsner from Friuli, produced in much the same way today as it was in 1859.
- Real Ale "Devil's Backbone"
Named for the scenic ridge that runs between Blanco and Wimberley, Devil's Backbone is a Beligium-style triple.
- Real Ale Firemans #4
The signature beer from real ale brewing company in Blanco, TX. A smooth blonde ale with bright citrus notes.
- Real Ale IPA
- Peroni Nastro Azzurro
Light, clean pilsner from Rome.
- Shiner Bock