Big Al's Oyster Bar

Wine List

Menu Prices and Items are Subject to Change Updated 7/18/07

Sparkling Wines
Chardonnays
Fruitier Whites
Sauvignon Blanc
Pinot Grigio
Blush Wine
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Pinot Noir
Red Zinfandel
Shiraz
Gamay

Sparkling Wines

Not just for celebration. Sparkling wines go well with almost any food. The tiny bubbles cleanse your palate with every sip, allowing individual flavors to come through.
Prices shown are 8oz Carafe/Bottle

Sparkling Wine, Prosecco, Carpene, Malvolti, Italy NV

$28.00

Sparkling Wine, Asti Spumante, Martini & Rossi, Italy NV

$20.00

Chardonnays

The most popular white grape today. It offers fruity aromas and flavors. It has medium to high acidity and is rich and full bodied in taste.
Prices shown are 8oz Carafe/Bottle

Chardonnay, Sonoma-Cutrer Russian River 2005

$9.50 / $38.00

Chardonnay, Louis Latour Ardeche, France NV

$5.00 / $20.00

Fruitier Whites

Acclaimed for their diversity from dry to sweet, these stalwarts are best chilled with seafood.
Prices shown are 8oz Carafe/Bottle

Piesporter Goldtropfchen Spatlese, J Egberts,
Mosel, Germany 2005

$7.00 / $28.00

Piesporter Gold QBA KD Dillman, Mosel, Germany 2005

$4.50 / $18.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Highly acidic, and therefore crisp, with aromas and flavors that are herbaceous. Serve with seafood and poultry
Prices shown are 8oz Carafe/Bottle

Sauvignon Blanc, Whitehaven Marlborough, New Zealand 2006

$6.50 / $26.00

Fume Blanc, Ferrari Carano, California 2006

$7.00 / $28.00

White Sauvignon Blanc, Stoneleigh, New Zealand 2006

$7.00 / $28.00

Pinot Grigio

This grape variety is medium to full bodied with low acidity and neutral aromas
Prices shown are 8oz Carafe/Bottle

Pinot Grigio, Maso Canali, Italy 2005

$6.75 / $27.00

Blush Wine

A variety of light bodied, off dry, fruity or sweeter wines which can accommodate a wide variety of foods. They will hold up to spicy, acidic and sweet foods.
Prices shown are 8oz Carafe/Bottle

Dry Gamay Rose, Frog's Leap, "La Grenouille", California 2004

$6.50 / $26.00

Rose Shiraz, Wyndham Estate, Australia 2006

$4.50 / $18.00

Zinfandel, Beringer California NV

$4.25 / $17.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

This is the preeminent classic red grape variety. The aromas and flavors are extremely compelling. Excellent with seafood
Prices shown are 8oz Carafe/Bottle

Cabernet Sauvignon, Wild Horse, Central Coast, California 2004

$10.00 / $40.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Frei Brothers, Reserve Alexander Valley,
California 2004

$8.50 / $34.00

Merlot

Deep color, full body, high alcohol and moderate tannins. Aromas and flavors can be plummy or chocolately
Prices shown are 8oz Carafe/Bottle

Merlot, Francis Coppola "Diamond", Napa California 2004

$7.50 / $30.00

Merlot, Benziger, California, 2003

$7.50 / $30.00

Pinot Noir

A light colored red wine with a higher alcohol content, higher acidity, and medium tannin. An earthy aroma that matches up well with creamy sauces.
Prices shown are 8oz Carafe/Bottle

Pinot Noir, Mac Murray Ranch, Sonoma Coast California 2005

$6.50 / $26.00

Pinot Noir, Louis Latour, Bourgogne, France 2003

$6.50 / $26.00

Red Zinfandel

A rich deeply red colored wine, high in alcohol and medium to high tannin. This wine pairs well with red meats, rich pasta sauces and strong fish.
Prices shown are 8oz Carafe/Bottle

Zinfandel, Ridge Vineyards, "Ponzo" California 2005

$12.00 / $48.00

Zinfandel, Rancho Zabaco, Dry Creek, Sonoma 2004

$5.00 / $20.00

Shiraz

These wines are deeply colored with full body, strong tannin and strong aromas. Compliments poultry and seafood with rich sauces.
Prices shown are 8oz Carafe/Bottle

Shiraz, Rosemount Diamond, Australia 2005

$5.00 / $20.00

Gamay

The predominate grape of the Beaujolais district of France, it produces grapey wines deep in color and low in tannins. Great with complex sauces and fish.
Prices shown are 8oz Carafe/Bottle

Moulin au Vent, Louis Jadot, Chateau Des Jacques, France 2004

$10.00 / $40.00

Beaujolais Village, Joseph Drouhin,
Beaujolais Village France NV

$6.00 / $24.00