COCKTAILS
The Associate
lemon verbena-infused vodka, Attiki honey, ver jus 12
Clean Monday
cucumber & mint-infused Plymouth Gin, St. Germain, Cava
Glass | Carafe 13 | 42
A Date with Rose
Chairman’s Reserve rum, date syrup, almond foam 11
Death in the Aegean
Cocchi Americano, Ouzo of Plomari, cava 12
Tomas Collins
Bols genever, St. Germain, preserved lemon soda 13
Beach or Town?
Plymouth gin, lime, maraschino, egg white* 12
Istanbul, Not Constantinople
Maker’s Mark bourbon, apricot eau-de-vie, Turkish apricot nectar,
apricot-raki air 11
Greek Sidecar
Metaxa Greek brandy, Cointreau, lemon 10
Pom Fili
white wine, vodka, pomegranate
Glass | Carafe 8 | 34
BEER
BOTTLE
Mythos 7
Heineken 6
Efes Pilsner 7
Almaza 6
St. Pauli Girl N/A 6
DRAFT
Magic Hat #9 7
Stella Artois 7
Goose Island “312” Wheat 7
Starr Hill “Boxcar” Pumpkin Porter 7
DC Brau “The Public Ale” 6
Simple Malt Double Porter 8
OUZO, ARAK & RAKI
anise liqueur served in the traditional style
OUZO, GREECE
Barbayanni 8
Plomari 8
OUZO, USA
Old Sugar Distillery “Americanaki Ouzo”, Wisconsin 12
Stonebarn Brandyworks “Eastside Ouzo”, Oregon 12
ARAK, LEBANON
Ksara Ksarak 8
El Massaya 10
RAKI, TURKEY
Efe Raki Blue 10 *consuming raw eggs may
Efe Raki Green 10 increase your risk of food-
Efe Raki Black 12 borne illness
Our wine list features the best offerings from
Greece and the Levant, the same regions that
inspire our food. You will notice some varietals
unique to these regions, and less well-known in
the U.S., as well as some well-known
international varietals. To encourage you to try
a grape with which you might be less familiar,
each section includes a brief overview of the
general characteristics of the grape, the region,
or the producer.
We have also included a selection of wines
from other areas of the Mediterranean, the
shores of which have been interconnected
throughout history, to allow you to explore a
different region with each visit to our restaurant.
Enjoy your wine!
WINES BY THE GLASS
A variety of primarily Eastern Mediterranean wines have been
carefully selected for your enjoyment by the glass. Please ask your
server about them!
SPARKLING
Perelada Brut Reserva, Cava, Spain NV 9 | 43
Domaine Tselepos Amalia Brut, Tegea, Greece NV 14 | 54
WHITES
Assyrtiko/Athiri/Aidani,
Agyros Atlantis Santorini, Greece ’10 9 | 36
Chardonnay/Fragou, Peloponnessos, Greece ’10 8.5 | 35
Moschofilero/Roditis, Nikiforou, Mantinia, Greece ’10 8 | 35
Muscat, Petros Honas Phelonoe, Lemnos, Greece ’10 8 | 32
Roditis/Viognier,
Domaine Mecouri Foloi, Peloponnessos, Greece ’10 10 | 40
Sauvignon Blanc/Semillion/Assyrtiko,
Domaine K. Lazaridi Amethystos, Drama, Greece ’10 11 | 44
Savatiano, Muses Estate, Thebes, Greece ’10 8 | 32
ROSÉ
Agiorgitiko, Gaia Estate, Peloponnessos, Greece ’10 9 | 36
Cinsault,
Chateau Musar Jeune Rose, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon ’09 10 | 43
RETSINA
Retsina,
Gaia Estate Ritinitis Nobilis, Nemea, Greece, NV 9 | 36
REDS
Agiorgitiko,
Skouras Saint George, Nemea, Greece ’08 9 | 36
Cabernet/Cinsault/Syrah,
Ch. Musar Jeune Rouge, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon ’09 11 | 43
Cinsault,
Massaya Classic Red, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon ’09 8 | 32
Limnio, Porto Carras, Halkidiki, Greece ’10 11 | 45
Mandilaria/Mavrotragano,
Argyros Atlantis, Santorini, Greece ’08 10 | 40
Tempranillo/Cabernet Sauvignon,
Ampelou Gis, Peloponnessos, Greece ’09 11.5 | 46
Xinomavro, Kir Yianni Ramnista, Naoussa, Greece ’08 12 | 48
SWEET WINES
Our dessert wines offer a wide range of palettes reflecting the
diversity of their respective regions. A little bit here and there for the
ultimate choice.
Mavrodaphne de Patras, Kourtaki, Patra, Greece 6 | 42
Muscat de Samos, Kourtaki, Samos, Greece 6 | 42
Vinsanto, Gavalas, Santorini, Greece ’04, 500ml 13 | 49
Commandaria Alasia, Cyprus 9 | 65
Muscat/Traminer, Barboursville Vineyards Phileo, Virginia 8 | 56
Marsala Superiore Riserva 10 anni,
Marco De Bartoli, Sicily, Italy, 500ml 15 | 91
Pedro Ximenez, Hidalgo, Sherry, Spain, 375ml 11 | 45
Late Bottled Vintage, Quinto do Crasto, Port, Portugal 9 | 63
SPARKLING WINES
Mediterranean bubbly is some of the best value sparkling wine in
the world. But in the end, nobody makes better Champagne than
Champagne.
Perelada Brut Reserva, Cava, Spain NV 43
Domaine Tselepos Amalia Brut, Tegea, Greece NV 54
Domaine Glinavos Poeme, Zitsa, Greece ’05 65
Aubry Brut, Reims, France NV 89
Bollinger Brut Special Cuvee, Ay, France NV 145
Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose, Mareuil-Sur-Ay, France NV 155
Moet & Chandon, Dom Perignon, Epernay, France ’99 275
ROSÉ WINES
We love the way our food works with rosé wines. Here are a variety
of grapes and styles. Smokey crisp flavors, bold and fruity,
strawberry and hibiscus notes. Have fun!
Agiorgitiko,
Gaia Estate 14–18h, Peloponnessos, Greece ’10 36
Moschofilero,
Spiropoulous Meliasto, Peloponnese, Greece ’10 39
Cinsault,
Chateau Musar Jeune Rose, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon ’09 43
Cabernet Franc/Cabernet Sauvignon,
Agur Rosa, Judean Hills, Israel ’10 58
WHITE WINES OF THE LEVANT
These wines are produced from both indigenous and international
varietals. Isn’t it a great day to try something new?
LEBANON
Sauvingon Blanc/Chardonnay/Semillon,
Chateau Ksara Blanc de Blancs, Bekaa Valley ’09 30
Chateau Musar
Founded in 1930 by Gaston Hochar, this 18th century castle is located
in Ghazir, just fifteen miles north of Beirut. Chateau Musar and
winemaker Serge Hochar have since established themselves as one of
the premiere wineries in the world.
White Musar wines are among Serge’s personal favorites being truly
complex and very unique in style.
Chardonnay/Viogner/Vermentino,
Jeune Blanc, Bekaa Valley ’10 43
Obeideh/Merwah,
Bekaa Valley ’04 91
Obeideh/Merwah,
Bekaa Valley ’95 205
TURKEY
Narince, Kavaklidere, Tokat ’08 62
ISRAEL
Chardonnay,
Pelter Upper Unwooded, Galilee/Golan Heights ’10 60
Sauvingon Blanc,
Pelter Upper, Galilee/Golan Heights ’10 60
WHITE WINES OF GREECE
AIDANI – An ancient Greek grape mainly found in the Cyclades
islands, it produces wines that are pleasantly aromatic with a floral
bouquet that is reminiscent of jasmine.
Aidani, Argyros, Santorini ’10 67
ASSYRTIKO – Arguably Greece’s most celebrated white grape.
Grown primarily in the volcanic soils of the island of Santorini, this grape
produces wine with earthy, mineral notes usually accompanied by flinty
and citrus characteristics.
Assyrtiko, Gaia Estate, Santorini ’10 54
Assyrtiko, Argyros, Santorini ’09 65
Assyrtiko, Sigalas, Santorini ’10 67
Assyrtiko/Athiri, Sigalas, Santorini ’09 54
Assyrtiko/Athiri/Aidani, Argyros Atlantis, Santorini ’10 36
Assyrtiko/Malagouzia/Athiri, Argatia, Macedonia ’10 60
KATSANO/GAIDOURIA – Both grape varieties are little known
outside the island of Santorini, as they only cover 1% of the total
vineyard. The production of these wines is strictly limited.
Katsano/Gaidouria, Gavalas Katsano, Santorini ’08 51
MOSCHOFILERO – This grey-skinned grape from the Mantinia
region of Greece produces wines that are quite complex, with dynamic,
floral notes such as honeysuckle, violet, and rose.
Moschofilero, Kotrotso Erasmios, Patras, ’10 26
Moschofilero, Domaine Tselepos, Mantinia ’09 41
Moschofilero/Roditis, Cellars Nikiforou, Mantinia ’10 35
MUSCAT – Muscat of Alexandria has dominated the island of Lemnos
providing table as well as winemaking grapes for many centuries. These
dry examples of Muscat wines are delightful, fresh and very easy to
drink.
Muscat, Petros Honas Phelonoe, Lemnos, ’10 32
ROBOLA – This grape flourishes in soils that are dry and rocky. Wines
are characterized by a lemony palate mingled with hints of smoke, and
long, mineral finishes.
Robola, Gentillini, Cephalonia ’09 47
RODITIS – From the Peloponnesos region of Greece, this grape
produces light, crisp wines with greener characteristics such as
almonds and mint.
Roditis/Viognier,
Domaine Mecouri Foloi, Peloponnessos, ‘10 40
SAVATIANO – Greece’s most widely-planted white variety. The
grapes have inherently low acidity and an aroma of orange blossom
and summer hay.
Savatiano, Muses Estate, Thebes ‘10 32
OTHER WHITE GRAPE VARIETALS – Foreign white varieties
were introduced to Greece in the 1960s. The following handful of
imported varieties are either blended with Greek cultivars or bottled
as varietals.
Chardonnay, Fragou, Peloponnessos, ‘10 35
Sauvignon Blanc/Semillion/Assyrtiko,
Domaine K. Lazaridi, Amethystos, Drama,’10 44
Viognier, Skouras, Argos ’09 55
RETSINA – Exported from Greece for more than 2,000 years, its
unique flavor is said to have originated from the ancient practice of
sealing wine vessels, particularly amphorae, with pine resin.
Retsina,
Gaia Estate Ritinitis Nobilis, Nemea, Greece, NV 36
RED WINES OF GREECE
AGIORGITIKO – This grape produces medium to full-bodied wines
with intense red and black fruit notes with a palate that may be a cross
between a Cab Franc and a Merlot. Very suitable for both young and
cask-aged wines.
Agiorgitiko, Skouras Saint George, Nemea ’08 36
Agiorgitiko, Aivalis, Nemea ’09 67
Agiorgitiko, Mitravelas Estate, Nemea ’06 67
Agiorgitiko, Gaia Estate Estate Selection, Nemea ’06 89
LIMNIO – With ancient origin from the island of Lemnos and
mentioned in Greek mythology, this grape produces some lean and
herbaceous wines of considerable body.
Limnio, Porto Carras, Halkidiki ’10 45
Limnio/Cabernet Sauvignon, Tsantali Metoxi, Mt. Athos ’07 99
MANDILARIA – Originally used to increase the color of lighter
wines, this grape produces wines that are bold and chewy with
remarkable tannins.
Mandilaria/Mavrotragano, Argyros Atlantis, Santorini, ’08 40
Mandilaria/Syrah, Diamantakis Diamond Rock, Crete ‘09 60
MAVRODAPHNE – Translated as “black laurel,” this grape is
originally from Cephalonia and produces wines that are rich in
anthocyanins and total phenols, producing a dark purple color.
Mavrodaphne, Gentilini Eclipse, Cephalonia ‘09 49
XINOMAVRO – Literally translated as “acid black”. The Xinomavro
can produce age-worthy reds with firm tannins and great
complexity. The best examples have been often compared to the
renowned wines of Burgundy and Piedmont.
Xinomavro, Kir-Yianni Ramnista, Naoussa ’08 48
Xinomavro, Uranos, Naoussa ’08 62
Xinomavro, Domaine Karydas, Naoussa ’07 68
Xinomavro, Alpha Estate, Amydeon ’06 93
Xinomavro/Merlot/Syrah, Kir-Yianni, Paranga ’08 40
Xinomavro/Negoska, Boutari, Filiria, Goumenissa ’05 72
Xinomavro/Syrah, Alpha Estate Axia, Florina ’07 54
Xinomavro/Syrah/Merlot, Alpha Estate, Amydeon ’06 91
OTHER RED GRAPE VARIETALS – Since their arrival in the past
century, cosmopolitan red varieties have adapted to and are suited
for the warm Greek climate. Some wines made from these well
known grapes have gained international recognition.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Amethystos Cava, Drama ’04 94
Cabernet Sauvignon,
Konstantinos Anny's Animus, Trifilia ’00 130
Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot, Kikones Ippeas, Ismaros ‘07 67
Cabernet Franc/Merlot/Saint George,
Skouras Synoro, Argos ’06 78
Merlot, Nico Lazaridi, Agora ’07 62
Merlot, K. Lazaridi Chateau Julia, Drama’08 71
Mourvedre/Avgoustiatis, Domaine Mercouri, Antares ’05 61
Refosco, Domaine Mercouri, Antares ’04 94
Refosco/Mavrodaphne, Domaine Mercouri, Antares ’06 47
Syrah, Diamantakis Prinos, Crete ‘09 49
Syrah/Kotsifali, Boutari, Skalani, Crete ’05 93
Syrah/Grenache/Mourvedre/Roussanne,
Manousakis Alexandra’s, Crete ’05 44
Tempranillo/Cabernet Sauvignon,
Ampelou Gis, Peloponnessos ’08 46
RED WINES OF THE LEVANT
LEBANON
The Bekaa Valley of Lebanon, with terroir similar to France,
produces an assortment of earthy, rich, robust wines using classic
Bordeaux and Rhone varietals.
Cabernet Sauvignon,
Chateau Ksara Cuvee Speciale, Bekaa Valley ’08 55
Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc/Syrah,
Chateau Ksara Reserve du Couvent, Bekaa Valley ’09 30
Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot/Petite Verdot,
Chateau Ksara, Bekaa Valley ’07 48
Cabernet Sauvignon/Mourvedre/Syrah,
Massaya Gold, Bekaa Valley ’08 84
Cinsault, Massaya Classic Red, Bekaa Valley ’09 32
Cinsault/Grenache/Mourvedre,
Massaya Silver, Bekaa Valley ’09 44
Syrah, Domaine Wardy, Bekaa Valley ’06 31
Chateau Musar
Founded in 1930 by Gaston Hochar, this 18th century castle is located
in Ghazir, just fifteen miles north of Beirut. Chateau Musar and
winemaker Serge Hochar have since established themselves as one of
the premiere wineries in the world.
The red wines of Chateau Musar are known for their complexity and
maturity. The wine is aged 12 to 15 months in Nevers oak, and blended
in its third year, before being bottled and aged in the cellar for four years.
Cabernet Sauvignon/Cinsault/Syrah,
Jeune Rouge, Bekaa Valley ’09 43
Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot/Petite Verdot,
Hochar, Bekaa Valley ’04 72
Cabernet Sauvignon/Carignan/Cinsault,
Bekaa Valley ’01, 375ml 67
Cabernet Sauvignon/Carignan/Cinsault
Bekaa Valley ’83 645
TURKEY
Kalecik Karasi possesses a unique taste, aroma, and flavor with
ruby color and a lasting fragrance of red fruit and cocoa with an
elegant finish.
Kalecik Karasi, Kavaklidere, Ankara ’04 7
ISRAEL
Viticulture has existed in Israel since biblical times. The distinctly
Mediterranean climate has roughly the same latitude as
San Diego, CA.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Tzora Shoresh, Judean Hills ’06 77
Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot,
Agur Winery, Kessem, Judean Hills ’06 56
Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot,
Recanati Special Reserve, Galilee ’04 103
Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot/Cabernet Franc,
Pelter Trio, Galilee/Golan Heights ’09 68
Cabernet Sauvignon/Shiraz,
Pelter, Galilee/Golan Heights ’08 70
Petite Sirah/Zinfandel, Recanati Reserve, Galilee ’09 45
MAGNA GRAECIA AND BEYOND
In the eighth and seventh centuries BC, the Greeks began settling
in southern Italy for various reasons, including famine,
overcrowding, the search for new commercial outlets/ports and
expulsion from their homeland. The Romans called the area of
Sicily and the foot of the boot of Italy, Magna Graecia
(Latin translation, “Greater Greece”), since it was so densely
inhabited by the Greeks. With this colonization, Greek
culture was brought to Italy including Greek varietals,
cultivation techniques, and wine trading throughout the
Mediterranean region.
WHITES
Vermentino, Domaine Maestracci E Prove, Corsica ’10 46
Fiano di Avellino, Feudi di San Gregorio, Campania ’09 49
Caprettone/Falanghina,
De Angelis Lacrima Christi del Vesuvio, Campania ’09 47
Falanghina, Cantina del Taburno, Campania ’10 45
Greco di Tufo,
Terredora di Paolo Loggia della Serra, Campania ’10 52
REDS
Monica, Argiolas Perdera, Sardinia ’09 32
Cannonau di Sardegna, Sella & Mosca, Sardinia ’07 40
Nero d'Avola/Frappato di Vittoria, COS Pithos, Sicily ’09 80
Aglianico,
Terredora di Paolo Taurasi, Campania ’05 76
Nero d'Avola, Tasca d’Almerita Lamuri, Sicily ‘09 59
Callet/Mantonegro/Fogoneu,
Anima Negra AN/2, Mallorca ‘09 54
Aglianico, Mastroberardino, Campania ‘07 47
Nielluccio, Yves Leccia Patrimonio, Corsica ‘09 56