Crystal Basin Bistro menu

The Havana

Cubano Sandwich - Carnitas and Ham with Crunchy Pickles on a Ciabatta. Kind of like Fidel - an eternal constant

The P'ville

Broasted Beef Brisket on Texas Toast with Gorgonzola Crumbles A filling plate with big flavors. Order this one if you're really hungry. Side salad included. Wine pairing: Bada Boom!!

The Raleigh

Pulled Pork on Texas Toast with Gorgonzola Slaw A hefty meal for hungry diners. Think: ice cold beer, y'all. Bit of spiciness with a blue cheese crunch! Wine pairing: W.T.F

The Tijuana

Carnitas Tacos w/ Tomatillo Salsa A classic! Tender slow-cooked pork with a zesty tomatillo green salsa. A customer favorite! Wine pairing: W.T.F

The Belfast

Reuben Hoagie Corned Beef and Sauerkraut and Swiss Cheese with Dijon Mustard on marbled rye or a bun. Irish fare with a German twist! Wine pairing: Bada Boom

The Saigon

Pork and Spinach Dumplings Six tasty pork and spinach dumplings in an Asian garlic and chili sauce. Great Flavors! Wine pairing: Kougar Coolaid

The Bankok

Asian-Spiced Pork Lettuce Wraps Spicy Ginger Pork with Lettuce leaves that you can use to make your own wraps. Yum! Wine pairing: W.T.F

The Albuquerque

Blackened Southwestern Chicken Ciabatta with Anaheim Chilies Blackened Chicken with a PepperJack twist. Anaheim chilies provide some Zest and Zing! Add bacon for $1. Wine pairing: Kougar Coolaid

The Washington, D. C.

Mushroom Caps Stuffed baked mushroom caps with a bit of crème sauce. Gorgonzola and sausage stuffing. Grown in the dark & mysterious. Bread to sop up the sauce. Wine pairing: Bada Bing!

The Lucca

Artichoke Mozzarella Raviolis in a Lemon-Cream Sauce An Italian Classic. Creamy and tangy at the same time. Awesome layered flavors! Wine pairing: Bada Boom

The Macau

Thai Shrimp Curry on Rice Savory Red Coconut Curry with medium shrimp surrounding an island of white rice. Just spicy enuf! Wine pairing: W.T.F

The Lisbon

Artichoke Jalapeno Empendadas with Cilantro Dipping Sauce Great mix of spicy and creamy flavors with a crunch and a tangy dipping sauce. Betcha can't get enough! Wine pairing: Suite Thang

The Vegas

Bacon Blue Cheese Salad Romaine lettuce and heirloom tomatoes with green onion with bacon and gorgonzola dressing. A Summer Treat! Wine pairing: Kougar Coolaid

The Coloma

Grilled Cheese Au Contraire Melted Fontina Cheese and Artichoke Pesto and a layer of Roasted Tomatoes. Screamin'! Wine pairing: Kougar Coolaid

The Marin County

Veggie Supreme Wrap or Bun! Luscious oil-cured eggplant plus oven-roasted yellow & red tomatoes with mozzarella in a tasty wrap or on a bun. Wine pairing: Kougar Coolaid

The Casablanca

Hummus and Veggie Plate With roasted red peppers, olives & toasted pita bread. A healthy, low-calorie choice. Wine pairing: Kougar Coolaid

The Moscow

Cheesy Bread with Vodka Sauce We're famous for this one. You'll say 'Da!' as you dip your cheddar cheese bread into Babushka Lisa's tasty Vodka sauce. Wine pairing: Bada Boom!

The Santa Fe

Creamy Artichoke Dip with Jalapeño Gluten -free! Enjoy this tasty & filling dip with house-made chips. Then, get ready for a bit of the jalapeño burn! Wine pairing: Bada Bing!

The Specials!!

Check the Chalkboard! It Changes Daily depending on the mood in the kitchen! Special Prices Vary!

Pasta Salad

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Gorgonzola Mushroom Pasta

Chili Beans

Rice Pilaf

Anchor Steam Liberty Ale

Deschutes Mirror Pond

Mendocino Red Tail Ale

Redhook ESB

Corona

Rogue Dead Guy Ale

Lagunitas Lil' Sumpin' Ale

Sierra Nevada Pale Ale

Duvel

Hoegaarden

Negra Modelo

Longboard

Great White

Guinness

Steelhead

Downtown Brown

Anchor Steam Liberty Ale

Deschutes Mirror Pond

Mendocino Red Tail Ale

Redhook ESB

Corona

Rogue Dead Guy Ale

Lagunitas Lil' Sumpin' Ale

Sierra Nevada Pale Ale

Duvel

Hoegaarden

Negra Modelo

Longboard

Great White

Guinness

Steelhead

Downtown Brown

Crystal Basin Bistro Rotating Tap

Ask What's On Tap!

Crystal Basin Bistro's Rotating Taps

Source:Gold Hill Vineyard, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: Sept 2010

Brix at Harvest: 25

Time in Tank: 18 months

Type of Oak:Stainless tank

Alcohol: 13.0%

Bottled: April 21, 2011

Production: 433 cases

Winemaker's Notes

The classic flavors that make Chardonnay the king of Burgundy arebeautifully represented here in this wine. It is has hints of tropical fruit and kiwi, full and round in the mouth and is oaked "just

Varietals and Sources

18% 09Malbec, 18% 09 Merlot, 18% 09 PetitVerdot, 18% 09 Sangiovese, 28% 09 Zinfandel

Harvest Date: October 2009

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak: Neutral French & American

Alcohol: 15.5%

Bottled: April 21, 2011

Production: 253 cases

Winemaker's Notes

Renegade Red has always been one of Crystal Basin Cellars most interesting wines, combining the flavors and characteristics of different grape varieties and regions to create a greater whole, a la Ge

Source: Sumu-Kaw, Holly Hill and Sauber Vineyards, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: Rousanne, September 26, 2010 Marsanne, September 27, 2010 Viognier, October 4, 2010

Brix at Harvest: from 25.0 to 26.5

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak: Stainless Tanks

Alcohol: 13.5%

Bottled: May 31, 2011

Production: 139 cases

Winemaker's Notes

A light dry Rhone white wine made by blending equal parts of 3 grapes that are cousins from the Rhone Valley, Rousanne, Marsanne and Viognier. We created a very small batch of one ton of each grape.

Source: Madrona Vineyard, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: Sept 30, 2009

Brix at Harvest: 27.5

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak:Neutral French & American

Alcohol: 16%

Bottled: April 21, 2011

Production: 241 cases

Winemaker's Notes

Zinfandel represents the history and legacy of the foothills. We have been making Zin since 1981 under the house in Pollock Pines. We think that the best of Zin carries a Claret style in a medium-wei

Source: Wohler Vineyard, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: September 30, 2007

Brix at Harvest: 26

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak: Neutral French & American

Alcohol: 15.2%

Bottled: April 9, 2009

Production: 248 cases

Winemaker's Notes

Barbera has its roots in the Piedmont region of Italy where it has grown for more than a thousand years. Italian immigrants brought Barbera rootstock to the Napa and Central Valleys in the early part

Source: David Girard Vineyard and Duarte Vineyard, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: Oct 2, 2009 / Oct 10, 2009

Brix at Harvest: 27.5 and 23.5

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak:Neutral French & American

Alcohol: 15%

Bottled: April 21, 2011

Production: 185 cases

Winemaker's Notes

The Grenache grape is the number one grown grape in California. This classic Southern Rhone wine grape is packed with rich ripe strawberry flavors with a tough of spiciness and a lighter fruit-burst

Varietals and Sources: BushBrothers Sumu-Kaw Vineyard, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: 4 Different Clonal Lots: Sept 24, 2009 / Oct 3, 2009 / Oct 9, 2009 / Oct 10, 2009

Brix at Harvest: 26.5 to 27.5

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak: Neutral French & American

Alcohol: 15.5%

Bottled: April 21, 2011

Production: 311 cases

Winemaker's Notes

The classic Northern Rhone wine grape is packed with rich ripe fruit and blackberry flavors with a touch of spiciness. We have a great history with this vineyard dating back to 1993. These grapes are

Source: Faetta Vineyard and Spanish Creek Vineyard, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: Oct 2, 2009 / Oct 29, 2009

Brix at Harvest: 26

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak: New and used French & American

Alcohol: 16%

Bottled: April 21, 2011

Production: 155 cases

Winemaker's Notes

Gold Medal and Best of Region El Dorado County Fair! Called " Merlot of the Rhone" by the winemakers of Crystal Basin Cellars, this wine shows depth, complexity and a rich, round mouth feel along wit

Source: Duarte Georgetown Vineyard and Sauber Vineyards, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: Oct 10, 2009 / Oct 21, 2009

Brix at Harvest: 27 & 26.5

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak: Neutral French & American

Alcohol: 15.5%

Bottled: April 21, 2011

Production: 276 cases

Winemaker's Notes

Malbec is known as a lesser Bordeaux grape variety used in making red wine. Nonetheless, Malbec wines tend to have an inky dark color, a brooding spicy element and significant tannins. Long known as

Source: Gold Hill Vineyard, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: Sept 29, 2009 / Oct 25, 2009

Brix at Harvest: 26

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak: Neutral French & American

Alcohol: 16%

Bottled: April 21, 2011

Production: 231 cases

Winemaker's Notes

This Merlot shows deep classic dark fruit, caramelized apple and powdery cocoa flavors that are redolent of the Right Bank of Bordeaux's Gironde River (not your Grandma's merlot). This is a powerful

Source: Gold Hill Vineyard and Sauber Vineyard, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: Sept 29, 2009 / Oct 25, 2009

Brix at Harvest: 28.5 & 25.5

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak: Neutral French & American

Alcohol: 15.5%

Bottled: April 21, 2011

Production: 417 cases

Winemaker's Notes

2009 marked the 14th harvest of one of Crystal Basin Cellars flagship wines. Cabernet Franc is primarily from the Gold Hill Vineyard in El Dorado County which overlooks the American River Canyon. The

Source:Gold Hill Vineyard and Duarte Vineyard, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: Oct 12, 2009 / Oct 30, 2009

Brix at Harvest: 27.5 and 26

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak: Neutral French & American

Alcohol: 15.8%

Bottled: April 21, 2011

Production: 509 cases

Winemaker's Notes

The Cabernet Sauvignon vines that produced this wine are both now just under 30 years old and are near their optimal maturity. Growing at altitudes of 3000 and 1200 feet respectively these vines have

Source: David Girard Vineyard, Sumu-Kaw Vineyards and Spanish Creek Ranch, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: October and November, 2008

Brix at Harvest: 25 to 26

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak: Neutral French & American

Alcohol: 15.5%

Bottled: April 14, 2010

Production: 170 cases

Winemaker's Notes

This wine is truly another Victorious achievement for Crystal Basin Cellars. We performed many tasting trials over the 18 months our wines typically age and found the unique blend for this year's win

Source: Gold Hill Vineyard and Sauber Vineyard, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: SSept 29, 2009 / Oct 25, 2009

Brix at Harvest: 27

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak: Neutral French & American

Alcohol: 15.5%

Bottled:April 21, 2011

Production: 164 cases

Winemaker's Notes

Gold Medal winner and Best of Region California State Fair. The Cabernet Franc vines that produced 60% of this wine are now 27 years old and are near their optimal maturity. Growing at an altitude of

Source: Duarte Vineyard, El Dorado County

Harvest Date: October 13, 2008

Brix at Harvest: 26.5

Time in Barrel: 18 months

Type of Oak: Neutral French & American

Alcohol: 15.3%

Bottled: April 14, 2010

Production: 92 cases

Winemaker's Notes

Petit Verdot creates a "spice box" element with dense fruit, dark color, powerful flavors, and a cedary-pencil shavings nose. This tasty wine us occasionally, but rarely bottled anywhere as a stand-a

Featuring

Imperial Double Down IPA

1st Course - Jalapeno & Artichoke Empanada

Paired with Rock House Pale Ale

2nd Course - Tomatillo Gazpacho

Paired with Rubicon Amber

3rd Course

Rosemary Crusted Prime Rib Slider w/Horseradish & Kettle Chips w/ Gorgonzola & Balsamic Drizzle. Paired with Imperial Double Down IPA

4th Course - Apple Tart with Goat Cheese and Hazelnuts

Paired with Duvel

Appetizer

Grilled Polenta Topped w/ Artichoke Pesto

Midi

Soup or Salad

Main Course

Sundried Tomato Spinach & Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops On A Bed Of Stuffing Served w/ Sautéed Carrots & Parsnips

Oyster

BBQ'd Or Shuck Me… Suck Me…and Eat Me Raw!!!

Thursday August 18th - Open Mic Night Hosted by Scott Walshaw

Time: 5:00-8:00 pm. Open Mic Nights up here at the Bistro are a fun-filled family-friendly way for you to get out of the house and check out some of the best talent here in El Dorado County. All roun

August 19th - Friday Supper Club

Time: 6-8:30pm. Story teller, producer and multi instrumentalist Patrick Walsh brings a fresh sound from the world of no genres. Born and raised in the gold rush towns of Northern California he often

Saturday August 20th - Merry Mac Band!!

Time: 4:30-8:00 PM. Merry Mac is your 'everything you've ever wanted to hear at a party' band. Playing a variety of blues, pop, rock country and soul they are sure to entertain! They've played here b

Sunday August 21st - Ken Simms Band

Time: 4:00-7:30 PM. Ken Simms started his first band at age 13 in the Bay Area. In junior high school in 1958, it was unusual to have a band. He was in the vanguard of rock and roll, and was right th

Seared Sea Scallop with Tomato Fennel Relish Over Microgreens

paired with the new 2014 Viognier

French Onion Soup

paired with 2011 Victorie

Arrabbiata Penne Pasta

paired with 2012 Mourvedre

Lamb Pops with Artichoke Pesto

paired with 2013 Petite Sirah

Sodas

Iced Tea of the Day

Espresso Drinks

Glass of Bistro Wine

Sodas

Iced Tea of the Day

Espresso Drinks

Glass of Bistro Wine

The Lisbon - Artichoke Jalapeno Empenadas with Cilantro Dipping Sauce

Suite Thang. Great mix of spicy and creamy flavors with a crunch and a tangy dipping sauce.

The Vegas - Bacon Blue Cheese Salad

Kougar Coolaid. Romaine lettuce and heirloom tomatoes with green onion with bacon and gorgonzola dressing. A Summer Treat!

The Coloma - Grilled Cheese Au Contraire

Kougar Coolaid. Melted Fontina Cheese and Artichoke Pesto and a layer of Roasted Tomatoes. Screamin'!

The Moscow - Cheesy Bread with Vodka Sauce

Bada Boom! You'll say 'Da!' as you dip your cheddar cheese bread into Chef Lisa's tasty Vodka sauce.

The Marin County - Veggie Supreme Wrap or Bun!

Kougar Coolaid. Luscious oil-cured eggplant plus oven-roasted yellow & red tomatoes with mozzarella in a tasty wrap or on a bun.

The Juarez - Jalapeno Poppers

Jalapeno peppers stuffed with cheeses and bacon. Nice kick. Set to knock your socks off!

The Casablanca - Hummus and Veggie Plate

Kougar Coolaid. With roasted red peppers, olives & toasted pita bread. A healthy, low-calorie choice.

The Santa Fe - Creamy Artichoke Dip with Jalapeño Gluten -free!

Fuget Aboutit. Enjoy this tasty & filling dip with house-made chips. Then, get ready for a bit of the jalapeño burn!

Daily Soup/salad

Ask About Lisa's Daily Special

Cheese Plate

The Dozer Burger - Bacon Blue Cheese Burger

All Beef Patty with Crumbled Blue Cheese and Bacon on an Oil Top Bun. Garnished with The Works and Served with a Blooming Onion

The Turin - Chicken Scallopini

Thinly Sliced Chicken over Pasta du Jour with Artichokes, Mushrooms, Bacon, and Capers in Lisa's Lemon Cream Sauce

The Baton Rouge - Jambalaya

Spicy Jambalaya Loaded with Chicken, Andouille Sausage, and Shrimp Served Over a Bed of Pasta or Rice

The London - Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp over Pasta du Jour Served with Your choice of Classic Garlic or Lisa's Lemon Cream Sauce

The Melbourne - Mushroom Crusted Pork Tenderloin

Served Over a Bed of Mashed Potatoes with Seasonal Veggies

The Munich - Chicken Cutlet with Ham and Brie

Chicken Cutlet Topped with Black Forest Ham and Melted Brie on a Bed of Mashed Potatoes with Seasonal Veggies

The Double Dozer Burger - Double Bacon Blue Cheese Burger

Two All Beef Patties with Crumbled Blue Cheese and Bacon on an Oil Top Bun. Garnished with The Works and Served with a Blooming Onion

The Harris Ranch - Filet Mignon

Topped with Gorgonzola Butter and Served with Mashed Potatoes and Seasonal Veggies

The P'ville - Broasted Beef Brisket on Texas Toast with Gorgonzola Crumbles

Bada Boom!! A filling plate with big flavors. Order this one if you're really hungry. Side salad included.

The Raleigh - Pulled Pork Sliders Topped with Gorgonzola Slaw

Nuthin'. A hefty meal for hungry diners. Think: ice cold beer, y'all. Bit of spiciness with a blue cheese crunch!

The Tijuana - Carnitas Tacos w/ Tomatillo Salsa

Nuthin'. A classic! Tender slow-cooked pork with a zesty tomatillo green salsa. A customer favorite!

The Belfast - Reuben Hoagie

Bada Boom. Corned Beef and Sauerkraut and Swiss Cheese with Dijon Mustard on marbled rye or a bun.

The Saigon - Pork and Spinach Dumplings

Kougar Coolaid'. Six tasty pork and spinach dumplings in an Asian garlic and chili sauce. Great Flavors!

The Albuquerque - Blackened Southwestern Chicken Ciabatta with Anaheim Chilies

Kougar Coolaid. Blackened Chicken with a PepperJack twist. Anaheim chilies provide some Zest and Zing!

The Washington, D. C. - Mushroom Caps

Fuget About it. Stuffed baked mushroom caps with crème sauce. Gorgonzola and sausage stuffing. Served with Bread

The Lucca - Artichoke Mozzarella Raviolis in a Lemon- Cream Sauce

Bada Boom. An Italian Classic. Creamy and tangy at the same time. Awesome layered flavors!

The Macau - Thai Shrimp Curry on Rice

Kougar Coolaid. Savory Red Coconut Curry with medium shrimp surrounding an island of white rice. Just spicy enuf!

The Bankok - Asian-Spiced Pork Lettuce Wraps

Nuthin'. Spicy Ginger Pork with Lettuce leaves that you can use to make your own wraps. Yum!

Carnitas Tacos

Includes: Rice, Beans, Salsa, Chips

Select One

Pork Wings; Beef Brisket Sliders; Pulled Pork Sliders

Stuffed Flank Steak

Includes: Feta Stuffed Endives, Rice Pilaf, Caesar Salad

Select One

Stuffed Chicken Breast; Stuffed Flank Steak

Chicken Fried Steak with Mashed Potatoes and Mushroom Gravy

Chicken Scaloppini over Pasta de Jour

Shrimp Scampi over Pasta de Jour

Filet Mignon

'The Harris Ranch'. Topped with Gorgonzola Butter and Served with Mashed Potatoes and Seasonal Veggie's

Grilled Salmon

'The Nova Scotia'. Served on a Bed of Pasta with a Lemon Caper Sauce and Seasonal Veggie's

Kougar Coolaid

Our Pinot Grigio has intense lime and grassy flavors that complement Crystal Basin Bistro's Patio fare. Grab a couple of bottles for your favorite Cougar today! (2011 )

Pommie

A tasty Blush Bubbly with a hint of Pomegranate. Known to have health benefits (we're not sure which ones...). Created to be a fun and tasty quaff and to satisfy the White Zin crowd at the same time.

Suite Thang

A slightly sweet patio-friendly Muscat with a fruity zing. Enjoy some of this wine with someone you love! Muscat is America's fastest growing wine category find out why! (NV )

Bada Bing

A fine Foothill Primitivo with graphite-soft tannins and a lingering mouthfeel. A stunner with vegetarian dishes. Try it and you'll be a fan just like that BadaBing! (2009)

Bada Boom

A natural accompaniment to BadaBing - Duh! This blended wine features 50% Mourvedre and 50% Zinfandel and shows racy tannins with a powerful fruit-bomb black-cherry-blackberry mouth feel. Enjoy! (201

Crystal Basin Bubbly, NV Calfornia

A fun and slightly sweet Sparkling Wine. Made especially for CBC. Designed for pure enjoyment. Ask about our wedding deal!

Chardonnay, 2013 California

Very little oak aging is used on this flavorful 'Stainless Steel' Chardonnay. Pure fruit jumps from the glass. We call it Vineyard Style!

Grenache Blanc, 2012 Sierra Foothills

This is an excellent expression of pears with a silky and creamy unctuousness. A nice alternative to Chardonnay. Clear and cool - we just love this wine with oysters!

Renegade Red

El Dorado; Our iconic blended wine has Mourvedre at 50% followed by Zinfandel at 20%. Merlot, Petite Sirah and Cab Sauv are 10% each. Unique and flavorful, Ren Red is our favorite everyday red! Best

Mystery Juice

El Dorado anything more would just be ironic. Ask and we 'might' tell you the story. Don't expect the same story from everyone. Another customer favorite

Dolce Bottino, 2009 El Dorado

Late Harvest Style Barbera and Sangiovese with 2.5% residual sugar. This wine will satisfy those looking for an off-dry red wine that is lighter than a Port. Dark bramble-berry nose with a long finis

Syrah Port, 2006 El Dorado 'Reserve' PORT

Rich with sweet fruit and a hint of chocolate and oak. A bit like a Tawny but more like a LBV.

Barbera, El Dorado 'Reserve'

Big Classic Italian Barbera flavors with vibrant acidity! The Wohler vineyard produces fruit that makes the best Barbera you may ever taste. Wine Geeks - Ask what Monopole means!

Zinfandel, El Dorado 'Reserve'

Classic, bright Zin with layers of berry and tobacco. Full Bodied with nice, long-tannins and a lingering blackberry finish. Fruit from new and older vines from two premiere vineyards in El Dorado Co

Syrah, El Dorado 'Reserve'

This classic Northern Rhone grape is packed with rich ripe fruit and berry flavors with a touch of smoky spiciness. Big with silky tannins that will go well with most meat dishes. Ageable up to 5 yea

Mourvedre, El Dorado 'Reserve'

Superb expression of Mourvedre fruit with Foothill Spice and a hint of white pepper! This fan favorite is a medium weight wine with a bright mid-pallet and a long finish. Enjoy with a garlicky dish!

Grenache, El Dorado 'Reserve'

Classic Rhone flavors! Full bodied with a strawberry burst. It ain't no sissy pink Grenache. Try it chilled when you're BBQ'ing in the heat or dining on the patio! Gold Medal SF Chronicle Wine Comp 2

Merlot, El Dorado 'Reserve' Gold Hill Vineyard

Smooth and velvety, rich with a dusty cocoa finish. Packed with ripe fruit. Textured and elegant. A stunner! Thought you didn't like Merlot? This will fix you

Cabernet Franc, El Dorado 'Reserve'

It is all here; violet and rose petals in the nose, full mid palette with rich and lingering black cherry finish. Not like any Cab Franc you've had before - Welcome to the Foothills! Gold Medal SF Ch

Cabernet Sauvignon, El Dorado 'Reserve'

This luscious wine structure, with a layered warmth and petals in the nose, long and lingering mouthfeel and a clean finish. Contains at least a bit of each of the "other four" Bordeaux varietals

Malbec, El Dorado 'Reserve'

A brooding earthiness with soft tannins. Plum flavors and spice dominate a finish featuring a long and a mysterious spiciness. Keep this for a couple of years or have it tonight with a nice steak

Petite Sirah, El Dorado 'Reserve'

This inky gem may be our best Petite yet! It features an earthy nose and the distinct flavor of blueberries with a baking chocolate finish from the healthy tannins. This wine will improve for at LEAS

Sangiovese, El Dorado 'Reserve' Sauber Vineyard

An Italian-Foothill favorite featuring a spicy, round mouthfeel and soft tannins. We don't make much, so if you are lucky enuf to taste our Sangio - get it quick! Or buy it as a Future. Wine Clubbers

Pinot Noir, 2012 El Dorado 'Grand Reserve'

his classic Burgundian wine grape is packed with classic rich ripe fruit and berry flavors with a touch of smoky spiciness. This is a big Pinot with supple tannins that will go well with most meat di

Victorie, 2011 El Dorado 'Grand Reserve' Rhone Style Red Wine

This mélange has 4 Rhone varietals: Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah and Petite Sirah all from El Dorado County Vineyards. A deep stone fruit foundation with a long rich finish. Our version of Chateauneuf-

Campione, 2011 El Dorado 'Grand Reserve' Super Tuscan-Style Blend

with 90% Sangiovese and 10% Petite Sirah. Lovely fruit and smooth and velvety. A show-stopper!

Quijote, 2012 El Dorado 'Grand Reserve' Super Spaniard Blend

a knee-knocker featuring 50% Tempranillo and 50% Grenache. Believe us - it's worth the endless quest!

Xpealidocious, 2011 El Dorado 'Grand Reserve' Super Californian Style Red Wine

This wine is uniquely Californian and uniquely Crystal Basin! Our 2011 features 50% Syrah, 30% Petite Sirah and 10% each of Zinfandel and Cabernet Franc. We've loved this blend from the start! Great

Triumphant, 2011 El Dorado 'Grand Reserve' Bordeaux Style Red Wine

This is our special blend of all 5 Bordeaux varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec - all from El Dorado Vineyards! This wine has elegance, depth and texture. V