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Lunch Pizza Primi Secondi Carne E Pesce Dolci Bevanda Wine List

Lunch

LA MERENDA
Prosciutto di Parma, grano padano cheese, insalata mista, marinated vegetables, focaccia
$14

CONO DI PESCE & PATATINI FRITTI
fried calamari, bay scallop, shrimp, fried fingerling potato, chili pommery mustard aioli
$14

CAPRICIOSA INSALATA
Boston Bibb greens, mushroom, shaved prosciutto, boiled egg, shaved parmigiano, balsamic vinaigrette
$14

FETTINA
6 oz AAA Strip Loin steak, crushed fingerling potato & rapini
$14

SALSICCIA & PATATINI FRITTI
sweet Italian local Berkshire Pork burger on focaccia, carmelized onion, mushroom,
pommery mustard & fried potatoes
$12

INSALATA DI POLLO
Ontario naturally raised grain fed chicken breast with french beans, potato,
cherry tomato, mint pesto
$13

SPAGHETTI & POLPETTE
Ontario Veal & Berkshire Pork shoulder hand rolled meatballs, slow braised in tomato sauce
$13

SALSICCIA LINGUINE
sweet Ontario Berkshire pork sausage, rapini, cherry tomatoes, prepared aglio olio
$13

SIDES

BREADED FRIED TAGGIASHE OLIVES
$6

MISTA INSALATA
$5.50

OLIVES
$4.50

PATATINI FRITTI
$5

ZUPPA OF THE DAY
$5.50

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Pizza

Pizza Bianco
Without Tomato Sauce

Salvatore
Fiore di latte, sweet sausage & rapini
$15

Vespa
Fiore di latte, potato, fontina cheese, sweet sausage, carmelized onion, rosemary
$16

Quattro amici
Four different types of cheeses, fiore di latte, gorganzola,
fontina & parmigiano
$17

Pizza Rosso
With Tomato Sauce

Napoli
Tomato, black olive, garlic, oregano, basil, olive oil
$10

Puttanesca
Tomato, anchovy, black olive, capers, garlic, oregano, basil, olive oil
$13

Margherita
Tomato, fiore di latte, basil, olive oil
$13

Gumba
Bolognese sauce, fiore di latte, mushroom, carmelized onion, parmigiano
$15

Guiseppe
Tomato, fiore di latte, salami, black olives, red onion
$15

Pulcinella
Tomato, fiore di latte, prosciutto crudo & fresh arugula
$16

Cinquecento
Tomato, fiore di latte, spicy home made soppressata, in house pancetta,
sweet sausage, red onion, hot pepper
$17

Carmela
Tomato, fiore di latte, goat cheese, artichoke heart, red onion,
mushroom, arugula
$16

SUBSTITUTE IMPORTED BUFALA MOZZARELLA di CAMPANIA ON ANY PIZZA
$8

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Primi

ZUPPA
Chef’s daily creation
$7

ORGANIC BABY ARUGULA INSALATA
shaved fennel, red onion, pecorino, strawberry vinaigrette, balsamic reduction
$9

INSALATA SEMPLICE
romaine, arugula, endive, radicchio, cherry tomato, red onion, olives, lemon, e.v.o.o
$8

RADICCHIO & BELGIAN ENDIVE INSALATA,
goat cheese, cognac drunken golden raisins, walnuts, sweet lemon vinaigrette
$10

INSALATA CESARE,
romaine hearts, red wine ceasar vinaigrette, grano padano, pancetta crisp, anchovy & caper crostini
$9

CAPRESE PASSATA,
red & yellow tomato puree, bufala mozzarella, pesto, oven dried cherry tomato, pepper crostini
$12

CONO DI PESCE FRITTI,
fried calamari, bay scallop, shrimp, chili pommery mustard aioli
$13

BEEF CARPACCIO DUO,
AAA tenderloin & strip loin, frisee, cherry tomato, pine nuts, raisins, pecorino, pepper crostini
$14

FORMAGGIO FRITTO,
cacciocavallo & ricotta crispy fried cheese dumplings, cherry tomato insalata
$12

CALAMARI ALLA GRIGLIA
black olives, caper, cherry tomato, braised fennel, shallot vinaigrette
$13

AFFETATI
artisinal cured meats, Parmigiano Reggiano, in-house made condiments, per person
$13

TAGGIASHE OLIVES
fried breaded olives with mustard aioli
$6

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Secondi

I FISCHIARELLI NAPOLITANA
sweet cherry tomato sauce, olive oil, fresh torn basil,“ whistling” bucatini, fiore di latte
$14

PASTA FAGGIOLI
maltagliati pasta, a variety of beans, lightly spiced cherry tomato sauce
$15

BUTTERNUT SQUASH & MASCARPONE RAVIOLI
with in-house pancetta, shallot, brown butter, crispy sage
$17

LASAGNA
with ragu of farm raised boar, ricotta, fiore di latte, parmigiano fonduta
$19

PAPPARDELLE BOLOGNESE
with wild mushroom, fresh ricotta
$17

CARNAROLI PORCINI MUSHROOM RISOTTO
made to order with porcini puree, white truffle oil
$19

GNOCCHI
yukon gold potato & parmigiano, cherry tomato sauce, fiore di latte
$18

ROASTED BEET RICOTTA GNOCCHI
gorgonzola cream sauce, toasted almonds, fresh arugula,
$19

LINGUINE A MARE
jumbo shrimp, bay scallop, calamari, tomato & white wine, seared sea scallop
$23

TAGLIATELLE AL GAMBERI,
minced shrimp, garlic, jalapeno pepper, thyme, white wine, aglio olio
$20

PAPPARDELLE ORTOLANA
sweet sausage, spring peas, asparagus, leeks, white wine, cream
$17

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Carne E Pesce

MANZO DI GIORNO
AAA grade aged steak of the day, ragout of mushrooms,
artichokes, pancetta sauteed dandelion greens with grilled baby zucchini
$ Market

POLLO
Supreme breast of Ontario naturally raised grain fed chicken wrapped in Prager ham,
tomato balsamic vinaigrette, sweet pea & mushroom ragout
$19

AGNELLO
Ontario Lamb Rack herbed pistachio crusted, potato & fontina gratin,
garlic fried chicoria, market baby vegetable, red wine reduction
$37

ONTARIO GRAIN FED VEAL
16 oz frenched Chop, truffled rapini, honey balsamic reduction
$38

CARNE DI SELVAGGINA
Canadian farm raised game meat of the day, Chef’s
potato creation, baby market vegetable, paired agro dolce
$ Market

PESCE DEL GIORNO
fresh sustainable fish selection of the day served with fregola sarda, farro,
black lentils, asparagus, Chef’s garnish selection
$ Market

CONTORNI

Rapini or Broccolini
$6

Fingerling potatoes
$5

Market Vegetables
$6

Wild mixed mushrooms
$8

Potato Gratin
$6

Peas & Mushrooms
$6

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Dolci

CRÈME BRULEE
Frangelico & vanilla bean infused version served with fresh berries
$9

TIRAMISU
Savoiardi biscuits, mascarpone, expresso coffee, marsala, served with berries
$8

CHEESECAKE
Classic New York Style, pistachio granola, macerated cassis blueberries
$9

LELLA’S DECADENT PLATE
an assortment of hand made chocolate & nut creations
liqueur infused soft biscotti, fresh berries
$9

AFFOGATO
Venetian vanilla gelato served with fresh expresso coffee
$7

ARTISANAL CHEESE PLATE
A selection of three Italian and Canadian cheeses served with a fruit and nut pesto,
an agro dolce of the Chef’s choosing & fruit and nut toast
$14 per person

GELATO & SORBET
Daily selection served with fresh berries
$7

PIZZA NOCHE
fresh baked dessert pizza made with Nutella, topped with
hazelnuts, sliced banana & strawberry
$8

Executive Chef
PHILLIP DEL GROSSO

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Bevanda

Mineral Water 750 ml
4.25

Soft Drink
2.50

Chinotto, Orangina, Limonata
2.95

Ice Tea
2.75

Juice, Milk, Chocolate Milk
2.75

Expresso
2.25

Americano
2.25

Cappuccino/Latte
3.75

Coffee & Tea
2.25

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Wine List

Cocktails

1 1/4 oz $8.00

Negroni
Campari, Gin, Sweet Vermouth

Bicicletta
Campari, Dry White Wine, Tonic

Rasperry Kiss
Vodka, Chambord, cranberry juice and a splash of Orange Juice

Martinis

2 oz $9.50

Premium Martinis

2 oz $10.50

Bubbly

Samtome Prosecco Brut Italy
5 oz gl
7.00
750 ml BTL
42.00

Veuve Clicquot Brut France
750 ml BTL
125.00

2000 Dom Perignon France
750 ml BTL
250.00

Beer $ 6.50

Peroni, Moretti, Theresianer Premium Lager, Theresianer Vienna Amber Lager,
Mill Street Belgian Wit Mill Street Organic Mill Street Tankhouse Ale, Corona
Heinekin, Krombacher

Open Bianco (White)

2009 Pinot Grigio Paradiso Treviso
This easy drinking dry & fresh white wine from Northern Italy is pale straw in colour with a
pleasant golden apple aftertaste.
5 oz Gl 8.50
1/2 L 25.00
BTL 35.00

2008 D’Antiche Terre Fallanghina Campania
From ancient vineyards, this wine this wine is dry and sapid, fresh and fruity. It matches well to
fish and seafood dishe
5 oz Gl 9.00
1/2 L 28.00
BTL 38.00

2008 D’Antiche Terre Greco di Tufo Campania
This full bodied fruity wine comes from foot hills of Mount Vesuvius, where it’s roots penetrate
deep into the ashen soil picking up complexity and minerality., lush and delicious.
5 oz Gl 9.75
1/2 L 30.00
BTL 45.00

2008 J Lohr Chardonnay California
Deep yellow colour, ripe apple, pear, melon and vanilla. Medium to full bodied with a creamy
texture and peachy oaky notes on the palate.
5 oz Gl 9.75
1/2 L 30.00
BTL 45.00

2009 Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand
This refreshing lively wine exhibits aromas of gooseberry, passion fruit,, grass, nettle, mineral
and citrus.
5 oz Gl 9.75
1/2 L 30.00
BTL 45.00

VINO Rose

2009 Terredora Rosaenovae Rosato Campania
This is an interesting wine giving notes of dried roses, berries, spices, minerals and licorice that
emerge from this ethereal ,deceptively medium-bodied wine . Made from the Aglianico grape
this dry wine in totally unique. Wine Spectator 90 points.
38.00

VINO Bianco (White)

2009 Pillitteri Estates Gewurtz/Reisling Niagara
Crisp Bosc Pears infused with rose petal, lychee fruit and asian spice. Great for sipping.
28.00

2008 Cave Springs Dry Reisling Niagara
Verging on full-bodied, this white this white delivers plenty of extract, which buffers the
submerged acidity. Peach, lime and quinine notes hold the center and the finish is long and
gorgeous.
42.00

2008 D’Antiche Terre Fiano di Avellino Campania
From ancient vineyards, this wine is delicate, pleasant & harmonious with a fresh fruity scent.
A local favourite patio sipper on the Amalfi Coast !
38.00

2008 D’Antiche Terre Coda di Volpe Campania
Straw coloured wine with golden reflections and a full, intense flowery bouquet. It has a soft,
dry, velvety palate with exotic & fresh fruit flavours & a light almond finish.
38.00

2008 Terradora Coda di Volpe Campania
Pale yellow in colour, it has rich and intense scents of fruit and flowers. Orange blossom on the
nose with hints of almond and mineral & a vibrant finish.Wine spectator 90 points.
38.00

2008 Terradora Lacryma Christi Bianco Campania
Literally meaning “ Tears of Christ” this local wine of the Amalfi Coast is a beautiful refreshing
wine. This medium bodied wine has grapey fruit with hints of clay with good balance and a clean
fruit and mineral finish. Wine Spectator 86 points.
38.00

2009 Solo Luna Piemonte
Long and full bodied are the persistent sensations. It’s colour moves from a hot summer midday
to silence of a quiet evening. The emotion is that of a hidden place kissed by a silver moon. 100
% Arneis grape.
69.00

2007 La Scolca Gavi di Gavi Piemonte
This white is from the home of Asti and Barolo and was a favourite of Gianni Versace along
with Tom and Katy Holmes. Very Crisp and light with a slight tang
59.00

OPEN VINO ROSSO (Red)

 

House Red Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
Made from the grapes of the same name, this wine comes from the east central region of
Italy. It’s fruity, dry wine with soft tannins and easy drinking.
5 oz Gl 7.50
1/2 L 19.50
LT 38.00

2006 Crea Vini Aglianco Benevento IGT Campania
Aglianico is to the south what Nebbiolo is to Piedmont. Thin skinned, deep full f;avour with firm
tannins. Very Food Friendly Red
5 oz Gl 8.50
1/2 L 22.50
BTL 33.00

2008 Nero Negroamaro Puglia
Grown at the heel of Italy’s boot, thie wine is very dark in colour & unfolds with an extraordinary
combination of seductive layers of aromas and rich toasted oak flavours.
5 oz Gl 10.25
1/2 L 32.50
BTL 48.00

2008 Tenute Piccini Chianti Toscana
This medium bodied red has a delicate fragrance and is dry but harmonious and soft. This
ancient wine of Southern Italy was a favourite for the Roman Empire
5 oz Gl9.25
1/2 L 29.50
BTL 44.00

2007 Valpolicella Ripasso Ca De Riva Veneto
Plump and rich, this bold red from Northern Italy is as close as one can get to Amarone without
the pricetag. Weighty black and blue fruits.
5 oz Gl 11.75
1/2 L 38.50
BTL 56.00

2007 J. Lohr Cabernet Sauvignon California
Aged in Oak for more than a year, this densely coloured red is packed with intense aromas of
black cherry, blackcurrant, cedar, vanilla and spices . Full bodied and rich.
5 oz Gl10.75
1/2 L 34.50
BTL 49.00

ROSSO (Red)

2007 Pillitteri Estates Cabernet Franc VQA Niagara
This fantastic vintage red is herbaceous with notes of bell pepper, rosemary. It’s medium
bodied with earthy tannins.
45.00

2007 Pillitteri Estates Merlot VQA Niagara
A robust and warm red which floods the senses with lush cherry, blueberry and tomato leaf with
cracked pepper and cigar. Matured in oak lend to the silky yet firm tannins.
40.00

2007 Vineland Estates Elevation Niagara
This blend of 70% Cabernet Franc and 30 % Cabernet Sauvignon showcases aromas and
flavours of blackberries, dark plum and hints of green pepper.
55.00

2007 Terredora- Lacryma Cristi Rosso Campania
Grown on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius this intriguing red exhibits an array of wild herbs,
cherries, menthol, smoke & cured meats . Not to be missed. Wine Spectator 89 points.
45.00

2007 Terre Irpinia Aglianico Campania
This ancient grape variety dates back to Roman times. It is medium bodied warm and
harmonious.
37.00

2004 Terre Irpinia Taurasi Campania
A noble wine of great character this deep ruby wine in intense and pleasant with a dry full
aromatic taste and should be decanted for full appreciation.
37.00

2007 Giordano Primitivo di Manduria Puglia
Very full bodied, fruity and concentrated with alchohol and tannins very present. Lime,
raspberry ,currant & cinnamon on the nose . Ripe dark fruits, mocha chocolate finish.
49.00

2007 Layer Cake Primitivo Puglia
Italy’s Zinfandel cousin, this wine is a balance of elegance and power. Inky black fruit, spice,
and white pepper, jammy fruit, truffles , tar and espresso. Warm & rich with deep structure.
59.00

2005 Porpora Chianti Riserva DOCG Toscana
With features of plum and red mulberry, the aromatic sensation is dominated by cherry, perfect
balance between the tannins and body. 90% Sangiovese & 10% Merlot.
59.00

2008 Azienda Casale Rosso Di Montepulciano Toscana
A blend of 95% Sangiovese and 5% Canaiolo Nero, this red is fuller than an Chianti and fuller
and deeper in intensity.
46.00

2007 Borgo Forte Villa Pillo Toscana
This Baby SuperTuscan blend is very aromatic with blackberry, black cherry and liqorice. Full
bodied, firm silky tannins & a long beautiful finish. 45% Sangiovese, 40% Cab. Sav. 15% Merlot.
48.00

2004 La Torre Brunello di Montalcino Toscana
Located in a superb location with southeastern exposure and high altitude, this wine of
distinction is not too heavy, refined & subtle with compelling complexity.
125.00

2006 Duca di Saragnano Toscana
This is another entry level super Tuscan worth trying. This Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon is
full bodied with balanced tannins.
49.00

2007 Antinori Peppoli Chianti Classico Toscana
Delivers ripe blackberry and raspberry with floral and mineral notes. Almost meaty in character.
Medium to full bodied with a silky texture & lots of flavour. A long exotic finish.
52.00

2005 Brunello di Montalcino Principesco Toscana
One of Italy’s most favourite wines, this vintage has intriguing aromas of black cherries and
plums with a powerful fruit structure tannin component. Enjoy the long aftertaste!
99.00

2006 Mainerdo Barbaresco Toscana
This well structured wind has ample aromas with clean hints of fruit together with spicy notes.
Full bodied with lingering flavour.
85.00

2006 Renzo Marinai Chianti Riserva Toscana
Sweet blackberry and vanilla bean with crushed blackberry, mineral and dried flowers. Velvety
tannins with a long finish.
128.00

2005 Bibi Graetz Testa Matta Toscana
This 2005 vintage “Super Tuscan” is 100% Sangiovese aged 18 months in new French Oak. It
is pleasing in it’s sweet red cherry fruit layered with sweet toasted oak.
235.00

2004 Pescaja Soliter Barbera D’ Asti Piemonte
From this south facing vineyard comes this superb versatile wine. Full and sweet as well
as mature fruit. It expresses the harmony of smoothly running summer days, the secret of a
spring rich of fresh red fruits and spices.
65.00

2008 Cascina Adelaide Dolcetto d’ Alba Piemonte
A lighter bodied red, this is fruity and means “little sweet one”. Intense violet red colour, with
fruity, plummy notes.
48.00

2007 Cascina Adelaide “Le mie Donne” Barbera d’Alba Piemonte
Made of 100 % Barbera, this is an intense wine of violet red colour. The nose is fruity and fresh,
pleasant on the palate, full bodied and long.
56.00

2006 Cascina Adelaide Langhe Nebbiolo Piemonte
This ready to drink beauty is ruby red with brick reflections. On the nose come fruity and floral
scents, well blended with delicate wood.
69.00

2006 Cascina Adelaide Barbera d’Alba “Amabalin” Piemonte
This one must be tried to appreciate. The wine maker has taken this vintage and blended it 15%
Barolo to make this very intense violet red wine. The nose is fruity and long wood, the palate is
rich and powerful with a sweet and very long after taste.
95.00

2003 Cascina Adelaide “Per Elen” Barolo Piemonte
100% Nebbiolo red ruby coloured with hints of garnet. A burst of balsamic flavour follows a
sweet licorice and ripened cherry taste. On the palate, overwhelming notes of cedar and
caramel burst through! Well balanced tannins finish. Wine Spectator , James Suckling, 91
points
255.00

2004 Cascina Adelaide “Fossati” Barolo Piemonte
Intense ruby-red colour with garnet hints, full and enveloping nose with expressive power. The
palate is convincing and fulfilling. 100 % Nebbiolo
195.00

2007 Cascina Adelaide Barolo Piemonte
This 100% Nebbiolo “King of Wines”, is lighter colour with firm tannins and notes of wild cherry
and delicate wood. Properly tannic with a long finish.
119.00

2004 Cascina Adelaide “Cannubi” Barolo Piemonte
Cannubi is a sloped vineyard site in south Alba shared by many quality Barolo producers An
entourage of red currant, cherry, anise, dark chocolate, clove & allspice. High level of density
that offers a modern, plush feel.
150.00

2006 Grotto del Ninfeo Amarone della Valpolicella Veneto
From this low yielding family estate comes this wine of deep red colour & a heavenly aroma with
notes of ripe fruit & morels. It delivers a sensation of toasted wood and cocoa and is
harmonious, soft and balanced.
120.00

2005 Guiseppe Quintarelli Primofiore Veneto
This wine introduce the true style of this Master Wine Maker, this gorgeous Corvina blend
boasts layers upon layers of rich fruit, olives, plum and spices. The balance of this is perfect
with nice minerality and supple tannins.
190.00

2006 Grotto del Ninfeo Valpolicella Veneto
From the romantic Verona region comes this wine of Intense red colour with violet reflections.
The scent is typical with hints of red fruit and cherry. Balanced, soft & persistent.
38.00

2003 Tommaso Bussola Amarone Classico Veneto
This wine took almost five years to finish fermenting. This is an exotic Amarone that captures
an almost port like expression, full of dark fruit, flowers & minerals. Ripe and rich yet light on
it’s feet.
149.00

2003 Grotto del Ninfeo Amarone della Valpolicella Veneto
This Corvinal Blend from this low yielding family estate comes this wine of deep red colour , full
of ripe black fruit and smoky vanilla.
150.00

2006 Grotto del Ninfeo Valpolicella Ripasso Sup. Veneto
An intense aroma of ripe cherries and blackberries, with a slight hint of chocolate and vanilla. It
is pleasing to the taste with a note of juicy cherries and fine tannins of the finish.
62.00

2004 Grotto del Ninfeo Amarone della Valpolicella Veneto
From this low yielding family estate comes thie wine of deep red colour and a heavenly aroma
with notes of ripe fruit, morels. It delivers a sensation of toasted wood and cocoa and is
harmonious, soft and balanced.
120.00

2004 Fumanelli Amarone Classico DOC Veneto
Intense garnet red with t typical notes of dried grapes. Full bodied and warm on the palate, soft
and perfectly balanced with hints of vanilla, mature fruit and sweet nutmeg.
130.00

2003 Feudo San Martino “Yerax” Sicily
This Blend of Nero D’Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon is an amazing combination coming from
this Mediterranean Island. Full and round and full of dark fruit.
69.00

2007 Sanctuary Pinot Noir New Zealand
Fresh and delicate wine delivers plenty of fruit and mineral complexity. A subtle, light wine .
45.00

2007 Chateau Pey La Tour Bordeaux
Modern styled, but definitely rooted in Bordeaux, this elegant red features cassis, ripe black
cherry, cedar and vanilla flavours, leading to a chewy and medium finish.
46.00

2008 Layer Cake Shiraz Australia
This inky Shiraz is an explosion of dark super ripe, wild blackberry with a touch of cigar box. It
finishes with a mélange of exotic spices and seems to linger on and on.
59.00

Carlos Bassos Riservado Malbec Argentina
From the foothills of the Andes near Mendoza this plumy wine is full and lush with white pepper
and anise characteristics. It’s aroma is that of violets and sweet jammy fruit.
47.00

2008 Layer Cake Malbec Mendoza, Argentina
A Pulcinella favourite especially good with game meat, this wine is soft & lush with abundant
black fruit, anise, chocolate and touches of spice. An intense mouthful of fruit driven wine
finishing with very soft tannins. High scorer for sure!
59.00

Specialty Coffees

Café Bueno
Espresso, Steamed Milk, Brandy Kahlua, Whip Cream

Café Frangelico
Espresso, Steamed Milk, Frangelico, Whip Cream

Café Don Juan
Coffee, Dark Rum, Kahlua, Whip Cream

Café Amaretto
Coffee , Amaretto, Whip Cream

Spanish Coffee
Coffee, Brandy, Kahlua, Whip Cream

1 1/2 oz $9.50

After Dinner
1 oz

Vecchia Romagna Brandy Italy
8.00

Limoncello Italy
8.00

Terra Dora Grappa Aglianico Italy
12.00

Averno Amaro Siciliano Italy
12.00

Amaro Nonino Italy
12.00

Chamomile di Grappa Italy
12.00

Grappa di Chinotto Italy
12.00

Remy Martin Cognac V.S.O.P. France
12.00

Cognac Gaston de Lagrange V.S. France
10.00

Raynal Brandy 15 yr V.S. France
12.00

Couvoisier Imperial XO France
25.00

Dalwhinnie 15 yr Scotland
12.00

Del Dotto Grappa Cabernet Sav California
20.00

Torcolato Wine Maculan 2oz Italy
12.00

2004 Sandeman Port 2 oz Portugal
10.00

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