Iron Bridge Wine Company Menu

This fresh, red fruit forward sparkling is made entirely from - year old Garnacha, so stylistically it’s a little different from other traditional Cavas. There’s no added dosage (sweetness), so this bone dry bubbly has loads of strawberry, apricot and tangerine fruit, with beautiful (or is it biutiful?) texture that’s silky and seamless. $

Ahh Soave. It’s Pinot Grigio’s far more interesting neighbor. Made from the Garganega grape, it is a gorgeously refreshing, light-bodied effort exhibiting notes of citrus and honeyed grapefruit, wonderful texture, and amazing flavor for such a light, crispy, tangy wine. This is the quintessential offering for drinking with shellfish and fresh seafood.

This classically styled New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc has passion fruit, green mango and gooseberry aromas with hints of black currant and fresh sage. Crisp, medium bodied with good concentration and a long finish, it should drink well with salads and fresh seafood over the next year or two.

Gascony is a beautiful part of Southwest France. Vineyards here grow grapes for Armagnac, Cognac’s lesser known cousin. In fact, the Cardeillac family has been making wine and Armagnac here for centuries. This lovely wine is a blend of Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Gros Manseng & Sauvignon Blanc, all traditional Gascony grape varieties. The wine is fresh with notes of honeydew, white flowers, citrus zest and honeysuckle. It’s a great way to start a dinner party as it pairs with seafood, salads, & lighter pasta dishes.

The name Tassajara comes from the famed Tassajara Hot Springs, where legend has it the Indigenous peoples would go for renewing spiritual energy. From vineyards close to the ocean in Monterey, the wine has flavors of yellow apple, stone fruit & pear, accented by hints of vanilla & caramel. On the palate, it is medium bodied, crisp & balanced with bright fruit & lingering notes of sweet oak on the finish.

A delicious, easy-drinking Pinot Noir that really delivers, this Pinot Noir comes mostly from the Central Valley. Steve Schaefer and his family have been farming vineyards there for over years. Giving up lots of juicy Bing cherry, strawberry & spice, this medium bodied, rounded, well-made and thoroughly enjoyable effort will drink well for - years. It's a killer value.

This Chianti is another terrific, value-priced red. Sweet cherries, flowers and spices are some of the notes that jump from the glass in this vinous, fruit-forward Chianti. It’s the perfect Tuesday night dinner red. Food pairing-wise; Chianti is great with tomato based sauces. Pizza is a natural and all classic Italian fare.

Some of the oldest Garnacha vines in all of Spain are in Campo de Borja, and it’s honestly our favorite expression of this yummy grape. It’s an easy to understand, jammy, juicy wine with gobs of strawberry fruit, some cracked pepper and aromas of violets. Enjoy it over the next years with burgers and barbecued or duck, wild game, or lamb.

This blend of % Tempranillo and % Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits a dark garnet color, sweet plum, tobacco, and toasty oak notes in the nose, round, gentle, graceful flavors, a silky texture, and a heady, seamless finish. Perfect for roasts and stews during the chilly months or things on the grill as the weather gets warmer.

This delicious, bistro style red is perfect for all classic Italian fare. It is dark ruby-hued and has a deep, spicy, nose with vibrant strawberry and cherry notes intermixed with loamy soil/volcanic earthiness and roasted herb characteristics. Round and ripe, it will offer up-front, easy drinking for another - months.

From Fronsac, just outside of Saint Emilion. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, Haut-Bicou is a family owned, organically farmed estate located in the northern part of Bordeaux. Ruby color with a nose of blackberry, strawberry, toasted oak, and a touch of dusty cocoa and spice, the finish has ripe tannin and nice freshness.

Charles Bieler has always been a bit of a rule breaker. When he was and had just finished school, he bought a Cadillac, painted it pink and drove around the west coast selling his father’s rosé out of the trunk. That was years ago, and now Charles is a well established winemaker in his own right. This wine is blend of fruit from Columbia Valley near Red Mountain and a vineyard on the west side of Lodi. It has great structure but big, jammy rich fruit. Great for a big steak or burgers or barbecue.

Holiday Mystery Packs! of them have either Pappy Van Winkle Year or an amazing + point wine in them!! Just $. a pack! Check out the full details https://bit.ly/KVBrc Our Wine Team made up Mystery packs of wine and of them have either Pappy Van Winkle Year or a + point wine in them. A -in- chance at the special bottles!! That's WAY better odds than the lottery!! PLUS, regardless, you get great bottles of wine and a dining certificate to Iron Bridge! Van Winkle Special Reserve Year Bourbon “Lot B” - Retails for $+ What are the Special Wines??!! Caymus Special Select Cabernet Sauvignon, , Napa Valley, California - Retails for $+ - points, Wine Spectator DuMol “Wester Reach” Chardonnay, , Russian River, Sonoma, California - Retails for $+ - points, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate Calera “de Villiers Vineyard” Pinot Noir, , Mt Harlan, California - Retails for $+ - points, Wine Spectator

The monks of St Hilaire were the first to put the bubble in the bottle, about years before some guy named Dom Perignon was making wine in Champagne. It’s made with a local grape called Mauzac as well as fan favorites Chardonnay & Chenin Blanc. It’s made in the Champagne method and has ripe apricot and citrus notes, flowers, mineral notes and beeswax. It’s easy to drink and hard to forget. $

I know, I know. It’s $. First time we’ve ever had a wine more than $. I won’t make a habit of it. But this is a really outstanding deal. If you’re not familiar with Menetou Salon, it’s Sancerre’s neighbor. Same grape (Sauvignon Blanc), same soil, same weather. Smaller appellation and obviously less well known. But this is an absolute steal. It displays a lemon-lime, mineral, and white flower-scented nose. It is rich, has excellent depth to its white fruit, stone, acacia blossom, and citrus-flavored personality, and exhibits excellent purity of flavors. Was $ Now $

The Paul Jaboulet is legendary in the Rhone Valley. It was founded in and has been among the best estates in the Rhone. Since Caroline Frey took over in , she has taken the winery to a whole new level. The wines are better than ever and they are now farming organically & biodynamically. The wine is a blend of Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Clairette, and Marsanne. Ripe peach, pineapple, honeysuckle and a touch of tangerine all emerge from this medium-bodied, fresh and crisp white that has beautiful intensity and length.

Chante Cigale is a great Cheateauneuf-du-Pape producer and they make this fun little wine from grapes in and around the Rhone Valley. Viognier comes from the northern Rhone along with Sauvignon Blanc and Picpoul from near their estate in Vaucluse. It’s a medium bodied white with tons of floral fruit, all stainless steel, and just an absolute delight. Perfect with richer seafood or poultry dishes and pasta.

Aromas & flavors of lime zest, peach & spiced tea and stony minerality. Dry, fruit forward and beautifully balanced, it’s perfect for holiday gatherings, party appetizers or Asian cuisine. It has .% alcohol, so just the smallest touch of sweetness that is perfectly balanced by the bright acidity of the Mosel.

Here’s a very cool blend from a very old Rioja producer. Viura is a traditional lighter bodied wine from Rioja and eastern Spain which brings notes of citrus and melon. The Chardonnay brings body as well as some pineapple and apple fruit. All fermented in stainless steel which keeps it light on its feet but has some buttery notes from malolactic fermentation.

Another classic from our dear friend John Bookwalter. Their Readers series are just stellar values. This Chardonnay is sourced from the Gamache Vineyard, planted in . It fermented predominantly in stainless steel, although % of the wine was fermented in neutral French Oak barrels. No malolactic fermentation retains the freshness of the fruit. It’s loaded with sweet citrus, juicy peach, golden apple, and a touch of vanilla crème. There’s a lingering mouthwatering finish with notes of lemon and white tea. $

When we are choosing wines for this value list, great quality & value are paramount. But when there’s a great cause as well, we move them to the front of the line. A portion of the proceeds from all of their wines supports dog rescue organizations and shelters. Bright cherry and cranberry fruit, lovely spice and dusty cocoa notes and a that beautiful texture that defines great Pinot Noir. $

From our dear friends at Aujoux, here’s a look at the first release from the heralded vintage in Burgundy. This year’s Nouveau is fresh and bright with pretty flavors of strawberry, cranberry and spice. It will be an all around crowd pleaser at any holiday event.

This is Syrah and a splash of Viognier co-fermented from a vineyard just outside the northern Rhone Valley. As such, it gets labeled as Vin de France although you’re just a stone’s throw from the famous vineyards of Hermitage. That’s great news for us as it keeps the price down. Currant and blackberry fruit, pepper and juniper spice and ripe tannin makes this deliciously drinkable and an excellent pairing for barbecue & burgers.

The Perrin brothers from Chateau de Beaucastel craft this beauty from vineyards in the Southern Rhone. It’s a / split of Grenache and Syrah that was raised all in stainless steel tanks. Strawberries, raspberries, dried herbs and dusty cocoa characteristics all emerge from the medium-bodied, rich, chewy Southern Rhône that has good freshness and sweet tannin. It’s a terrific Côtes du Rhône to drink over the coming - years. Was $ - Now $

The French expression sans-souci means “without a care.” Le Rouge is a classic blend of Syrah and Grenache. It shows the lush red fruits and floral character that are typical of Grenache, together with the brambly blackberry and dark fruits of Syrah. The wine is concentrated and plush on the palate, with ripe, spicy fruit and integrated tannins. $

Delicious Super Tuscan from one of our favorite Vino Nobile producers. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Sangiovese. This perennial best buy in the wine press is filled with black cherry and plum fruit, a touch of that Italian rustic spice and loads of personality. It really shines with classic Italian fare.

This perennial favorite is back!! This year’s blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc & Pinot Noir. It’s a fun, fruit forward wine with a dark purple color, as well as a super nose of cherries, black currants, pepper, spice, and dusty cocoa notes. Full-bodied and richly-extracted, with copious quantities of berry fruit, excellent purity, and an expansive, silky-textured finish.

This blend of % Cabernet Sauvignon, % Merlot, % Cabernet Franc, % Petit Verdot is not the most spectacular wine you’ll likely taste this year, but it is darn delicious, easy to understand and very easy on the wallet. It is fresh and bright with black raspberry, wild strawberry and cherry. Medium-bodied, the blend offers a balanced structure with a juicy frame that is open-knit and ready to go with grilled chicken, stir fry and meatloaf.

An absolute steal! Chateau Grand Rousseau is a medium to full bodied blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc & Merlot. Ruby color with a nose of blackberry, strawberry, toasted oak, and a touch of dusty cocoa and spice, the finish has ripe tannin and nice freshness.

Another family winery that always over delivers, this Cabernet is full throttle & dark garnet in color with a bouquet full of blueberry, blackberry and black cherry notes and a hint of smoke. Medium-bodied on the palate with juicy black currant and black cherry flavors, it finishes with rounded, creamy tannins and a hint of mocha

Bravo to the folks at Michael Pozzan Winery. Their Dante label represents amazing value in California wine. This deep ruby/plum/purple-colored, seductive Cabernet reveals attractive jammy black cherry, blackcurrant and spice characteristics, a warm, generous mid-palate, an endearing texture and a long, velvety finish. This is an impressive, delicious Cabernet Sauvignon for drinking over the next - years.

Creamy Parmesan Stone Ground Grits, Braised Kale

Shrimp, Mussels, Calamari, Fresh Fish, Tomato Fennel Broth, Baguette

Confit Duck Leg, Bok Choy, Cumin Scented Fingerling Potatoes

Farro Risotto, Broccolini, Rosemary “Vinaigrette”

Cous cous, Ras al Hanout, Broccoli, Arugula, Beets, Pickled Red Onion, , Fine Herbs

JW Trueths ground beef, Tomato Bacon Jam, Mozzarella Cheese, Arugula Substitute Parmesan Truffle Fries $.

Dashi, Spaghetti Squash, Beech Mushrooms

Tomatoes, Lemongrass Scented Jasmine Rice, Red Lentils

Ask for the daily preparation

Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Cauliflower, Stone Ground Mustard & Ale Demi-Glace, Sea Salt Fries

Holiday Mystery Packs! of them have either Pappy Van Winkle Year or an amazing + point wine in them!! Just $. a pack! Check out the full details https://bit.ly/KVBrc Our Wine Team made up Mystery packs of wine and of them have either Pappy Van Winkle Year or a + point wine in them. A -in- chance at the special bottles!! That's WAY better odds than the lottery!! PLUS, regardless, you get great bottles of wine and a dining certificate to Iron Bridge! Van Winkle Special Reserve Year Bourbon “Lot B” - Retails for $+ What are the Special Wines??!! Caymus Special Select Cabernet Sauvignon, , Napa Valley, California - Retails for $+ - points, Wine Spectator DuMol “Wester Reach” Chardonnay, , Russian River, Sonoma, California - Retails for $+ - points, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate Calera “de Villiers Vineyard” Pinot Noir, , Mt Harlan, California - Retails for $+ - points, Wine Spectator

This fresh, red fruit forward sparkling is made entirely from - year old Garnacha, so stylistically it’s a little different from other traditional Cavas. There’s no added dosage (sweetness), so this bone dry bubbly has loads of strawberry, apricot and tangerine fruit, with beautiful (or is it biutiful?) texture that’s silky and seamless. $

Ahh Soave. It’s Pinot Grigio’s far more interesting neighbor. Made from the Garganega grape, it is a gorgeously refreshing, light-bodied effort exhibiting notes of citrus and honeyed grapefruit, wonderful texture, and amazing flavor for such a light, crispy, tangy wine. This is the quintessential offering for drinking with shellfish and fresh seafood.

This classically styled New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc has passion fruit, green mango and gooseberry aromas with hints of black currant and fresh sage. Crisp, medium bodied with good concentration and a long finish, it should drink well with salads and fresh seafood over the next year or two.

Gascony is a beautiful part of Southwest France. Vineyards here grow grapes for Armagnac, Cognac’s lesser known cousin. In fact, the Cardeillac family has been making wine and Armagnac here for centuries. This lovely wine is a blend of Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Gros Manseng & Sauvignon Blanc, all traditional Gascony grape varieties. The wine is fresh with notes of honeydew, white flowers, citrus zest and honeysuckle. It’s a great way to start a dinner party as it pairs with seafood, salads, & lighter pasta dishes.

The name Tassajara comes from the famed Tassajara Hot Springs, where legend has it the Indigenous peoples would go for renewing spiritual energy. From vineyards close to the ocean in Monterey, the wine has flavors of yellow apple, stone fruit & pear, accented by hints of vanilla & caramel. On the palate, it is medium bodied, crisp & balanced with bright fruit & lingering notes of sweet oak on the finish.

A delicious, easy-drinking Pinot Noir that really delivers, this Pinot Noir comes mostly from the Central Valley. Steve Schaefer and his family have been farming vineyards there for over years. Giving up lots of juicy Bing cherry, strawberry & spice, this medium bodied, rounded, well-made and thoroughly enjoyable effort will drink well for - years. It's a killer value.

This Chianti is another terrific, value-priced red. Sweet cherries, flowers and spices are some of the notes that jump from the glass in this vinous, fruit-forward Chianti. It’s the perfect Tuesday night dinner red. Food pairing-wise; Chianti is great with tomato based sauces. Pizza is a natural and all classic Italian fare.

Some of the oldest Garnacha vines in all of Spain are in Campo de Borja, and it’s honestly our favorite expression of this yummy grape. It’s an easy to understand, jammy, juicy wine with gobs of strawberry fruit, some cracked pepper and aromas of violets. Enjoy it over the next years with burgers and barbecued or duck, wild game, or lamb.

This blend of % Tempranillo and % Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits a dark garnet color, sweet plum, tobacco, and toasty oak notes in the nose, round, gentle, graceful flavors, a silky texture, and a heady, seamless finish. Perfect for roasts and stews during the chilly months or things on the grill as the weather gets warmer.

This delicious, bistro style red is perfect for all classic Italian fare. It is dark ruby-hued and has a deep, spicy, nose with vibrant strawberry and cherry notes intermixed with loamy soil/volcanic earthiness and roasted herb characteristics. Round and ripe, it will offer up-front, easy drinking for another - months.

From Fronsac, just outside of Saint Emilion. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, Haut-Bicou is a family owned, organically farmed estate located in the northern part of Bordeaux. Ruby color with a nose of blackberry, strawberry, toasted oak, and a touch of dusty cocoa and spice, the finish has ripe tannin and nice freshness.

Charles Bieler has always been a bit of a rule breaker. When he was and had just finished school, he bought a Cadillac, painted it pink and drove around the west coast selling his father’s rosé out of the trunk. That was years ago, and now Charles is a well established winemaker in his own right. This wine is blend of fruit from Columbia Valley near Red Mountain and a vineyard on the west side of Lodi. It has great structure but big, jammy rich fruit. Great for a big steak or burgers or barbecue.

The monks of St Hilaire were the first to put the bubble in the bottle, about years before some guy named Dom Perignon was making wine in Champagne. It’s made with a local grape called Mauzac as well as fan favorites Chardonnay & Chenin Blanc. It’s made in the Champagne method and has ripe apricot and citrus notes, flowers, mineral notes and beeswax. It’s easy to drink and hard to forget. $

I know, I know. It’s $. First time we’ve ever had a wine more than $. I won’t make a habit of it. But this is a really outstanding deal. If you’re not familiar with Menetou Salon, it’s Sancerre’s neighbor. Same grape (Sauvignon Blanc), same soil, same weather. Smaller appellation and obviously less well known. But this is an absolute steal. It displays a lemon-lime, mineral, and white flower-scented nose. It is rich, has excellent depth to its white fruit, stone, acacia blossom, and citrus-flavored personality, and exhibits excellent purity of flavors. Was $ Now $

Chante Cigale is a great Cheateauneuf-du-Pape producer and they make this fun little wine from grapes in and around the Rhone Valley. Viognier comes from the northern Rhone along with Sauvignon Blanc and Picpoul from near their estate in Vaucluse. It’s a medium bodied white with tons of floral fruit, all stainless steel, and just an absolute delight. Perfect with richer seafood or poultry dishes and pasta.

The Paul Jaboulet is legendary in the Rhone Valley. It was founded in and has been among the best estates in the Rhone. Since Caroline Frey took over in , she has taken the winery to a whole new level. The wines are better than ever and they are now farming organically & biodynamically. The wine is a blend of Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Clairette, and Marsanne. Ripe peach, pineapple, honeysuckle and a touch of tangerine all emerge from this medium-bodied, fresh and crisp white that has beautiful intensity and length.

Aromas & flavors of lime zest, peach & spiced tea and stony minerality. Dry, fruit forward and beautifully balanced, it’s perfect for holiday gatherings, party appetizers or Asian cuisine. It has .% alcohol, so just the smallest touch of sweetness that is perfectly balanced by the bright acidity of the Mosel.

Another classic from our dear friend John Bookwalter. Their Readers series are just stellar values. This Chardonnay is sourced from the Gamache Vineyard, planted in . It fermented predominantly in stainless steel, although % of the wine was fermented in neutral French Oak barrels. No malolactic fermentation retains the freshness of the fruit. It’s loaded with sweet citrus, juicy peach, golden apple, and a touch of vanilla crème. There’s a lingering mouthwatering finish with notes of lemon and white tea. $

Here’s a very cool blend from a very old Rioja producer. Viura is a traditional lighter bodied wine from Rioja and eastern Spain which brings notes of citrus and melon. The Chardonnay brings body as well as some pineapple and apple fruit. All fermented in stainless steel which keeps it light on its feet but has some buttery notes from malolactic fermentation.

When we are choosing wines for this value list, great quality & value are paramount. But when there’s a great cause as well, we move them to the front of the line. A portion of the proceeds from all of their wines supports dog rescue organizations and shelters. Bright cherry and cranberry fruit, lovely spice and dusty cocoa notes and a that beautiful texture that defines great Pinot Noir. $

From our dear friends at Aujoux, here’s a look at the first release from the heralded vintage in Burgundy. This year’s Nouveau is fresh and bright with pretty flavors of strawberry, cranberry and spice. It will be an all around crowd pleaser at any holiday event.

This is Syrah and a splash of Viognier co-fermented from a vineyard just outside the northern Rhone Valley. As such, it gets labeled as Vin de France although you’re just a stone’s throw from the famous vineyards of Hermitage. That’s great news for us as it keeps the price down. Currant and blackberry fruit, pepper and juniper spice and ripe tannin makes this deliciously drinkable and an excellent pairing for barbecue & burgers.

The Perrin brothers from Chateau de Beaucastel craft this beauty from vineyards in the Southern Rhone. It’s a / split of Grenache and Syrah that was raised all in stainless steel tanks. Strawberries, raspberries, dried herbs and dusty cocoa characteristics all emerge from the medium-bodied, rich, chewy Southern Rhône that has good freshness and sweet tannin. It’s a terrific Côtes du Rhône to drink over the coming - years. Was $ - Now $

The French expression sans-souci means “without a care.” Le Rouge is a classic blend of Syrah and Grenache. It shows the lush red fruits and floral character that are typical of Grenache, together with the brambly blackberry and dark fruits of Syrah. The wine is concentrated and plush on the palate, with ripe, spicy fruit and integrated tannins. $

Delicious Super Tuscan from one of our favorite Vino Nobile producers. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Sangiovese. This perennial best buy in the wine press is filled with black cherry and plum fruit, a touch of that Italian rustic spice and loads of personality. It really shines with classic Italian fare.

This perennial favorite is back!! This year’s blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc & Pinot Noir. It’s a fun, fruit forward wine with a dark purple color, as well as a super nose of cherries, black currants, pepper, spice, and dusty cocoa notes. Full-bodied and richly-extracted, with copious quantities of berry fruit, excellent purity, and an expansive, silky-textured finish.

This blend of % Cabernet Sauvignon, % Merlot, % Cabernet Franc, % Petit Verdot is not the most spectacular wine you’ll likely taste this year, but it is darn delicious, easy to understand and very easy on the wallet. It is fresh and bright with black raspberry, wild strawberry and cherry. Medium-bodied, the blend offers a balanced structure with a juicy frame that is open-knit and ready to go with grilled chicken, stir fry and meatloaf.

An absolute steal! Chateau Grand Rousseau is a medium to full bodied blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc & Merlot. Ruby color with a nose of blackberry, strawberry, toasted oak, and a touch of dusty cocoa and spice, the finish has ripe tannin and nice freshness.

Another family winery that always over delivers, this Cabernet is full throttle & dark garnet in color with a bouquet full of blueberry, blackberry and black cherry notes and a hint of smoke. Medium-bodied on the palate with juicy black currant and black cherry flavors, it finishes with rounded, creamy tannins and a hint of mocha.

This fresh, red fruit forward sparkling is made entirely from - year old Garnacha, so stylistically it’s a little different from other traditional Cavas. There’s no added dosage (sweetness), so this bone dry bubbly has loads of strawberry, apricot and tangerine fruit, with beautiful (or is it biutiful?) texture that’s silky and seamless. $

Ahh Soave. It’s Pinot Grigio’s far more interesting neighbor. Made from the Garganega grape, it is a gorgeously refreshing, light-bodied effort exhibiting notes of citrus and honeyed grapefruit, wonderful texture, and amazing flavor for such a light, crispy, tangy wine. This is the quintessential offering for drinking with shellfish and fresh seafood.

This classically styled New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc has passion fruit, green mango and gooseberry aromas with hints of black currant and fresh sage. Crisp, medium bodied with good concentration and a long finish, it should drink well with salads and fresh seafood over the next year or two.

Gascony is a beautiful part of Southwest France. Vineyards here grow grapes for Armagnac, Cognac’s lesser known cousin. In fact, the Cardeillac family has been making wine and Armagnac here for centuries. This lovely wine is a blend of Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Gros Manseng & Sauvignon Blanc, all traditional Gascony grape varieties. The wine is fresh with notes of honeydew, white flowers, citrus zest and honeysuckle. It’s a great way to start a dinner party as it pairs with seafood, salads, & lighter pasta dishes.

The name Tassajara comes from the famed Tassajara Hot Springs, where legend has it the Indigenous peoples would go for renewing spiritual energy. From vineyards close to the ocean in Monterey, the wine has flavors of yellow apple, stone fruit & pear, accented by hints of vanilla & caramel. On the palate, it is medium bodied, crisp & balanced with bright fruit & lingering notes of sweet oak on the finish.

A delicious, easy-drinking Pinot Noir that really delivers, this Pinot Noir comes mostly from the Central Valley. Steve Schaefer and his family have been farming vineyards there for over years. Giving up lots of juicy Bing cherry, strawberry & spice, this medium bodied, rounded, well-made and thoroughly enjoyable effort will drink well for - years. It's a killer value.

This Chianti is another terrific, value-priced red. Sweet cherries, flowers and spices are some of the notes that jump from the glass in this vinous, fruit-forward Chianti. It’s the perfect Tuesday night dinner red. Food pairing-wise; Chianti is great with tomato based sauces. Pizza is a natural and all classic Italian fare.

Some of the oldest Garnacha vines in all of Spain are in Campo de Borja, and it’s honestly our favorite expression of this yummy grape. It’s an easy to understand, jammy, juicy wine with gobs of strawberry fruit, some cracked pepper and aromas of violets. Enjoy it over the next years with burgers and barbecued or duck, wild game, or lamb.

This blend of % Tempranillo and % Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits a dark garnet color, sweet plum, tobacco, and toasty oak notes in the nose, round, gentle, graceful flavors, a silky texture, and a heady, seamless finish. Perfect for roasts and stews during the chilly months or things on the grill as the weather gets warmer.

This delicious, bistro style red is perfect for all classic Italian fare. It is dark ruby-hued and has a deep, spicy, nose with vibrant strawberry and cherry notes intermixed with loamy soil/volcanic earthiness and roasted herb characteristics. Round and ripe, it will offer up-front, easy drinking for another - months.

From Fronsac, just outside of Saint Emilion. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, Haut-Bicou is a family owned, organically farmed estate located in the northern part of Bordeaux. Ruby color with a nose of blackberry, strawberry, toasted oak, and a touch of dusty cocoa and spice, the finish has ripe tannin and nice freshness.

Charles Bieler has always been a bit of a rule breaker. When he was and had just finished school, he bought a Cadillac, painted it pink and drove around the west coast selling his father’s rosé out of the trunk. That was years ago, and now Charles is a well established winemaker in his own right. This wine is blend of fruit from Columbia Valley near Red Mountain and a vineyard on the west side of Lodi. It has great structure but big, jammy rich fruit. Great for a big steak or burgers or barbecue.

The monks of St Hilaire were the first to put the bubble in the bottle, about years before some guy named Dom Perignon was making wine in Champagne. It’s made with a local grape called Mauzac as well as fan favorites Chardonnay & Chenin Blanc. It’s made in the Champagne method and has ripe apricot and citrus notes, flowers, mineral notes and beeswax. It’s easy to drink and hard to forget. $

I know, I know. It’s $. First time we’ve ever had a wine more than $. I won’t make a habit of it. But this is a really outstanding deal. If you’re not familiar with Menetou Salon, it’s Sancerre’s neighbor. Same grape (Sauvignon Blanc), same soil, same weather. Smaller appellation and obviously less well known. But this is an absolute steal. It displays a lemon-lime, mineral, and white flower-scented nose. It is rich, has excellent depth to its white fruit, stone, acacia blossom, and citrus-flavored personality, and exhibits excellent purity of flavors. Was $ Now $

The Paul Jaboulet is legendary in the Rhone Valley. It was founded in and has been among the best estates in the Rhone. Since Caroline Frey took over in , she has taken the winery to a whole new level. The wines are better than ever and they are now farming organically & biodynamically. The wine is a blend of Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Clairette, and Marsanne. Ripe peach, pineapple, honeysuckle and a touch of tangerine all emerge from this medium-bodied, fresh and crisp white that has beautiful intensity and length.

Chante Cigale is a great Cheateauneuf-du-Pape producer and they make this fun little wine from grapes in and around the Rhone Valley. Viognier comes from the northern Rhone along with Sauvignon Blanc and Picpoul from near their estate in Vaucluse. It’s a medium bodied white with tons of floral fruit, all stainless steel, and just an absolute delight. Perfect with richer seafood or poultry dishes and pasta.

Aromas & flavors of lime zest, peach & spiced tea and stony minerality. Dry, fruit forward and beautifully balanced, it’s perfect for holiday gatherings, party appetizers or Asian cuisine. It has .% alcohol, so just the smallest touch of sweetness that is perfectly balanced by the bright acidity of the Mosel.

Another classic from our dear friend John Bookwalter. Their Readers series are just stellar values. This Chardonnay is sourced from the Gamache Vineyard, planted in . It fermented predominantly in stainless steel, although % of the wine was fermented in neutral French Oak barrels. No malolactic fermentation retains the freshness of the fruit. It’s loaded with sweet citrus, juicy peach, golden apple, and a touch of vanilla crème. There’s a lingering mouthwatering finish with notes of lemon and white tea. $

Here’s a very cool blend from a very old Rioja producer. Viura is a traditional lighter bodied wine from Rioja and eastern Spain which brings notes of citrus and melon. The Chardonnay brings body as well as some pineapple and apple fruit. All fermented in stainless steel which keeps it light on its feet but has some buttery notes from malolactic fermentation.

When we are choosing wines for this value list, great quality & value are paramount. But when there’s a great cause as well, we move them to the front of the line. A portion of the proceeds from all of their wines supports dog rescue organizations and shelters. Bright cherry and cranberry fruit, lovely spice and dusty cocoa notes and a that beautiful texture that defines great Pinot Noir. $

From our dear friends at Aujoux, here’s a look at the first release from the heralded vintage in Burgundy. This year’s Nouveau is fresh and bright with pretty flavors of strawberry, cranberry and spice. It will be an all around crowd pleaser at any holiday event.

This is Syrah and a splash of Viognier co-fermented from a vineyard just outside the northern Rhone Valley. As such, it gets labeled as Vin de France although you’re just a stone’s throw from the famous vineyards of Hermitage. That’s great news for us as it keeps the price down. Currant and blackberry fruit, pepper and juniper spice and ripe tannin makes this deliciously drinkable and an excellent pairing for barbecue & burgers.

The Perrin brothers from Chateau de Beaucastel craft this beauty from vineyards in the Southern Rhone. It’s a / split of Grenache and Syrah that was raised all in stainless steel tanks. Strawberries, raspberries, dried herbs and dusty cocoa characteristics all emerge from the medium-bodied, rich, chewy Southern Rhône that has good freshness and sweet tannin. It’s a terrific Côtes du Rhône to drink over the coming - years. Was $ - Now $

The French expression sans-souci means “without a care.” Le Rouge is a classic blend of Syrah and Grenache. It shows the lush red fruits and floral character that are typical of Grenache, together with the brambly blackberry and dark fruits of Syrah. The wine is concentrated and plush on the palate, with ripe, spicy fruit and integrated tannins. $

Delicious Super Tuscan from one of our favorite Vino Nobile producers. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Sangiovese. This perennial best buy in the wine press is filled with black cherry and plum fruit, a touch of that Italian rustic spice and loads of personality. It really shines with classic Italian fare.

This perennial favorite is back!! This year’s blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc & Pinot Noir. It’s a fun, fruit forward wine with a dark purple color, as well as a super nose of cherries, black currants, pepper, spice, and dusty cocoa notes. Full-bodied and richly-extracted, with copious quantities of berry fruit, excellent purity, and an expansive, silky-textured finish.

This blend of % Cabernet Sauvignon, % Merlot, % Cabernet Franc, % Petit Verdot is not the most spectacular wine you’ll likely taste this year, but it is darn delicious, easy to understand and very easy on the wallet. It is fresh and bright with black raspberry, wild strawberry and cherry. Medium-bodied, the blend offers a balanced structure with a juicy frame that is open-knit and ready to go with grilled chicken, stir fry and meatloaf.

An absolute steal! Chateau Grand Rousseau is a medium to full bodied blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc & Merlot. Ruby color with a nose of blackberry, strawberry, toasted oak, and a touch of dusty cocoa and spice, the finish has ripe tannin and nice freshness.

Another family winery that always over delivers, this Cabernet is full throttle & dark garnet in color with a bouquet full of blueberry, blackberry and black cherry notes and a hint of smoke. Medium-bodied on the palate with juicy black currant and black cherry flavors, it finishes with rounded, creamy tannins and a hint of mocha.

Holiday Mystery Packs! of them have either Pappy Van Winkle Year or an amazing + point wine in them!! Just $. a pack! Check out the full details https://bit.ly/KVBrc Our Wine Team made up Mystery packs of wine and of them have either Pappy Van Winkle Year or a + point wine in them. A -in- chance at the special bottles!! That's WAY better odds than the lottery!! PLUS, regardless, you get great bottles of wine and a dining certificate to Iron Bridge! Van Winkle Special Reserve Year Bourbon “Lot B” - Retails for $+ What are the Special Wines??!! Caymus Special Select Cabernet Sauvignon, , Napa Valley, California - Retails for $+ - points, Wine Spectator DuMol “Wester Reach” Chardonnay, , Russian River, Sonoma, California - Retails for $+ - points, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate Calera “de Villiers Vineyard” Pinot Noir, , Mt Harlan, California - Retails for $+ - points, Wine Spectator

JW Trueths ground beef, Tomato Bacon Jam, Mozzarella Cheese, Arugula Substitute Parmesan Truffle Fries $.

Toasted Brioche Bun, Pickled Cucumber, House Made Tartar Sauce, Watercress

Provolone Cheese, Arugula, Pickled Shallot, Steak Sauce Aioli, Sourdough

Shrimp, Mussels, Calamari, Fresh Fish, Tomato Fennel Broth, Baguette

Farro Risotto, Broccolini, Rosemary “Vinaigrette”

Tomatoes, Lemongrass Scented Jasmine Rice, Red Lentils

Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Cauliflower, Stone Ground Mustard & Ale Demi-Glace, Sea Salt Fries