Wine BY The Glass
BUBBLES
Grand Cru Chardonnay with less than 1 g. of sugar per glass. Elegant floral notes of honeysuckle and white flowers, followed by bright citrus candied lemon peel, and golden apple. Subtle layers of glazed almond and lightly toasted brioche add depth, while a focused chalk driven minerality brings tension and balance. On the palate, the wine is smooth, warm, and full bodied, supported by crisp acidity and a distinctive saline note that carries through to a long, refined finish accented by acacia honey, raw licorice, and floral tones.
clé cachée extra BRUT blancs de blanc CHAMPAGNE
France • 5oz • 20
Grand Cru Chardonnay with less than 1 g. of sugar per glass. Elegant floral notes of honeysuckle and white flowers, followed by bright citrus candied lemon peel, and golden apple. Subtle layers of glazed almond and lightly toasted brioche add depth, while a focused chalk driven minerality brings tension and balance. On the palate, the wine is smooth, warm, and full bodied, supported by crisp acidity and a distinctive saline note that carries through to a long, refined finish accented by acacia honey, raw licorice, and floral tones.
Bright and inviting and sparkles with fine, persistent bubbles and aromas of green apple, pear, white peach, and citrus blossom, with floral notes of acacia and wisteria. The palate is bright yet rounded, with juicy acidity balanced by a soft, lightly off-dry finish.
GUINIGI PROSECCO DOC
Italy • 5oz • 9
Bright and inviting and sparkles with fine, persistent bubbles and aromas of green apple, pear, white peach, and citrus blossom, with floral notes of acacia and wisteria. The palate is bright yet rounded, with juicy acidity balanced by a soft, lightly off-dry finish.
A vibrant mix of ripe, juicy cherry, sweet strawberry, and tangy raspberry. Delicate notes of citrus blossom weave seamlessly through the bright, fresh fruit, enhancing the wine’s crispness. With a tantalizing mouthwatering acidity, it concludes with a soft, creamy finish that lingers with a touch of elegance and finesse.
DROP OF SUNSHINE SPARKLING BRUT ROSÉ
California • 5oz • 9
A vibrant mix of ripe, juicy cherry, sweet strawberry, and tangy raspberry. Delicate notes of citrus blossom weave seamlessly through the bright, fresh fruit, enhancing the wine’s crispness. With a tantalizing mouthwatering acidity, it concludes with a soft, creamy finish that lingers with a touch of elegance and finesse.
SWEET WINES
Made with agave wine, natural lime juice, cane sugar, and water. Served on ice, it is perfectly sweet, citrusy and refreshing. Only 15% ABV!
FLYBIRD WINE-BASED BAJA LIME MARGARITA
Mexico • 6oz • 8
Made with agave wine, natural lime juice, cane sugar, and water. Served on ice, it is perfectly sweet, citrusy and refreshing. Only 15% ABV!
Showing the intense perfume of the Moscatel variety, with plenty of lemon, lychees and floral aromas. Showing a refreshing profile, this is an elegant wine offering a long and persistent finish
LAB MOSCATO
Portugal • 5oz • 8
Showing the intense perfume of the Moscatel variety, with plenty of lemon, lychees and floral aromas. Showing a refreshing profile, this is an elegant wine offering a long and persistent finish
This farm-to-bottle Peach Moscato is distinctly light and refreshing. With a palate and nose of fresh, all-natural peaches, the wine is a perfect, crisp balance of fruit and sweetness.
FARM FRESH PEACH MOSCATO
Michigan • 5oz • 8
This farm-to-bottle Peach Moscato is distinctly light and refreshing. With a palate and nose of fresh, all-natural peaches, the wine is a perfect, crisp balance of fruit and sweetness.
ROSÉ
Vibrant and intensely aromatic, this Rosé of Pinot Noir is a mix of classic strawberry and raspberry notes with a twist of guava, persimmon and bright grapefruit. This fruit-packed nose is contrasted against a crisp acid profile and mouthwatering finish.
Van Duzer Willamette Valley Rosé of Pinot Noir
Oregon • 5oz • 9
Vibrant and intensely aromatic, this Rosé of Pinot Noir is a mix of classic strawberry and raspberry notes with a twist of guava, persimmon and bright grapefruit. This fruit-packed nose is contrasted against a crisp acid profile and mouthwatering finish.
WHITE
Aromatics of orange blossom, pineapple, grapefruit and a hint of pepper are followed by concentrated flavors of ripe peaches, tangerine and green apple. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity and a creamy mouthfeel. Very food friendly wine!
TANGENT PINOT GRIS 2023
California • 5oz • 9
Aromatics of orange blossom, pineapple, grapefruit and a hint of pepper are followed by concentrated flavors of ripe peaches, tangerine and green apple. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity and a creamy mouthfeel. Very food friendly wine!
On first sip you’ll be met with lemony, citrus notes and a hint of vibrant passion fruit and basil. The palate is fresh and vibrant with concentrated blackcurrant leaf and a hint of classic cut-grass and green melon. So refreshing, you’ll be left wanting another glass!
Matua SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024
New Zealand • 5oz • 9
On first sip you’ll be met with lemony, citrus notes and a hint of vibrant passion fruit and basil. The palate is fresh and vibrant with concentrated blackcurrant leaf and a hint of classic cut-grass and green melon. So refreshing, you’ll be left wanting another glass!
Vibrant and refreshing with lively flavors of California's Sauvignon Blanc grapes. This wine dazzles with its pale straw color and aromatic bouquet of citrus fruits, passionfruit, and fresh herbs. Zesty acidity and vibrant fruitiness on the palate, with flavors of grapefruit, lime, and lemongrass and a crisp, clean finish.
ICON ROCK Sauvignon Blanc 2022
Chile • 5oz • 9
Vibrant and refreshing with lively flavors of California's Sauvignon Blanc grapes. This wine dazzles with its pale straw color and aromatic bouquet of citrus fruits, passionfruit, and fresh herbs. Zesty acidity and vibrant fruitiness on the palate, with flavors of grapefruit, lime, and lemongrass and a crisp, clean finish.
Showcases Sauvignon Blanc with hints of green and aromas of golden hay, grapefruit, and a whisper of tropical fruit. Six months of aging in French oak contributes alluring aromas of forest floor, chocolate mint and savory baked brioche. Fresh white peach fruit flavors combine with thyme on the palate, with a wonderful round presence from the oak aging.
SAUVIGNON BLANC/SÉMILLON WHITE BLEND 2021
Columbia Valley, WA • 5oz • 10
Showcases Sauvignon Blanc with hints of green and aromas of golden hay, grapefruit, and a whisper of tropical fruit. Six months of aging in French oak contributes alluring aromas of forest floor, chocolate mint and savory baked brioche. Fresh white peach fruit flavors combine with thyme on the palate, with a wonderful round presence from the oak aging.
Aromas of lemon zest, delicate patisserie spices and almond intermingle with a dry, medium-bodied palate, culminating in delicate hints of nectarines and marzipan. It has weight and a subtle mix of stone fruit, vanilla and lime. The finish is citrus, with light notes of ginger.
ICON ROCK Chardonnay 2022
Argentina • 5oz • 9
Aromas of lemon zest, delicate patisserie spices and almond intermingle with a dry, medium-bodied palate, culminating in delicate hints of nectarines and marzipan. It has weight and a subtle mix of stone fruit, vanilla and lime. The finish is citrus, with light notes of ginger.
Ürziger Würzgarten (the "Spice Garden") is a legendary, steep, red slate and sandstone vineyard known for giving wines a distinct, exotic, and spicy-fruity character. The 2014 Karl Erbes Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese is a highly regarded, sweet German dessert wine from the Mosel region. Crafted from selectively harvested, late-picked grapes, it features luscious notes of tropical tree fruits, like peach and melon, balanced by vibrant acidity and the region's signature mineral backbone.
KARL ERBES RIESLING AUSLESE Ürziger Würzgarten 2014
Germany • 5oz • 14
Ürziger Würzgarten (the "Spice Garden") is a legendary, steep, red slate and sandstone vineyard known for giving wines a distinct, exotic, and spicy-fruity character. The 2014 Karl Erbes Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese is a highly regarded, sweet German dessert wine from the Mosel region. Crafted from selectively harvested, late-picked grapes, it features luscious notes of tropical tree fruits, like peach and melon, balanced by vibrant acidity and the region's signature mineral backbone.
RED
A village red from 4 plots fermented together. The explanation of the name is as follows: "A winery was making País in Portezuelo in 1548 (documented); Cabernet Sauvignon (a crossing of Cabernet Franc & Sauvignon Blanc)is documented from 1763 (near Bordeaux). The difference: 1763 – 1548 = 215, thus: 215 year BC 'Before Cabernet.'" Liqueur like maraschino cherry and plum marmalade notes with a nuanced herbal layer. Dry on the palate, its fine-grained tannins and juicy flow create a rich and fairly compact mouthfeel. Very elegant and balanced. Brilliant. Rated 93 Points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.
Garage Wine Co. 215 BC Pais 2021
Chile • 5oz • 10
A village red from 4 plots fermented together. The explanation of the name is as follows: "A winery was making País in Portezuelo in 1548 (documented); Cabernet Sauvignon (a crossing of Cabernet Franc & Sauvignon Blanc)is documented from 1763 (near Bordeaux). The difference: 1763 – 1548 = 215, thus: 215 year BC 'Before Cabernet.'" Liqueur like maraschino cherry and plum marmalade notes with a nuanced herbal layer. Dry on the palate, its fine-grained tannins and juicy flow create a rich and fairly compact mouthfeel. Very elegant and balanced. Brilliant. Rated 93 Points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.
Beautiful garnet color with aromas of bing cherry, red raspberry, baking spice and subtle vanilla notes. Concentrated red and blue fruit flavors on the palate, with a core of cherry and dark raspberry with violet floral notes. Medium-bodied with balanced acidity that lifts the flavors. A very crushable wine!
Precision Wine Co. Octopoda PINOT NOIR 2021
California • 5oz • 10
Beautiful garnet color with aromas of bing cherry, red raspberry, baking spice and subtle vanilla notes. Concentrated red and blue fruit flavors on the palate, with a core of cherry and dark raspberry with violet floral notes. Medium-bodied with balanced acidity that lifts the flavors. A very crushable wine!
Spices and dark chocolate, rose hips and sour plum keep the mouth dancing with flavor and palate stimulation. Palate cleansing while approachable tannins make this a perfect wine alongside richly flavored, savory dishes. 93 Points from Wine Enthusiast.
VALDEPALACIOS RIOJA CRIANZA TEMPRANILLO 2021
Spain • 5oz • 9
Spices and dark chocolate, rose hips and sour plum keep the mouth dancing with flavor and palate stimulation. Palate cleansing while approachable tannins make this a perfect wine alongside richly flavored, savory dishes. 93 Points from Wine Enthusiast.
Deep ruby-colored with voluptuous scents of ripe blueberries and blackberries, cooked plums, and spicy notes of black pepper. It continues with hints of vanilla, cocoa, and dried herbs. On the palate, it is dynamic. Rich and fresh at the same time, with bright fruit flavors, soft tannins, and a lingering taste of blackberry, cherry, and chocolate.
Sella Antica Italian Red Blend 2022
Italy • 5oz • 9
Deep ruby-colored with voluptuous scents of ripe blueberries and blackberries, cooked plums, and spicy notes of black pepper. It continues with hints of vanilla, cocoa, and dried herbs. On the palate, it is dynamic. Rich and fresh at the same time, with bright fruit flavors, soft tannins, and a lingering taste of blackberry, cherry, and chocolate.
Expressive aroma with black fruit, pepper and some complex notes of truffle in perfect harmony with the toast of the oak. In the mouth it is concentrated, fresh and elegant. The dark chocolate aroma, rich tannins and plush berry flavors deliver a very pleasurable wine.
Quinta São Sebastião Grande Reserva CABERNET SAUVIGNON/ALICANTE BOUSCHET BLEND 2022
Portugal • 5oz • 10
Expressive aroma with black fruit, pepper and some complex notes of truffle in perfect harmony with the toast of the oak. In the mouth it is concentrated, fresh and elegant. The dark chocolate aroma, rich tannins and plush berry flavors deliver a very pleasurable wine.
From the winemakers of Ghost Block Estate in Napa Valley, this special bottling gives us a taste of this pedigreed producer at an approachable price. The vineyard site has deep alluvial soils, and is cooled by San Pablo Bay. Ripe black cherry and cassis lead the way, with hints of cocoa, cedar, and a touch of vanilla from oak aging. The palate is smooth and balanced, with firm but approachable tannins and a fresh finish that keeps it from feeling heavy.
Block House CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022
California • 5oz • 12
From the winemakers of Ghost Block Estate in Napa Valley, this special bottling gives us a taste of this pedigreed producer at an approachable price. The vineyard site has deep alluvial soils, and is cooled by San Pablo Bay. Ripe black cherry and cassis lead the way, with hints of cocoa, cedar, and a touch of vanilla from oak aging. The palate is smooth and balanced, with firm but approachable tannins and a fresh finish that keeps it from feeling heavy.
HELIX LUXE GLASS POURS
Check out our Full Menu at Helix for this week's selection of Luxe Glass Pours. Some of our featured pours are from our last bottle, so try them while you can!
DESSERT WINES
Bolero is a classic Ruby Port made with Sangiovese & Frontenac; perfect after dinner with a little cheese or chocolate. It has a wonderfully smooth yet complex body with notes of cherry, cocoa, and mocha. It has a great balance of flavors with gentle acids and a sweet, lingering finish that make this a memorable dessert wine.
DANCING DRAGONFLY WINERY BOLERO - AMERICAN DESSERT WINE
Wisconsin • 3oz • 6
Bolero is a classic Ruby Port made with Sangiovese & Frontenac; perfect after dinner with a little cheese or chocolate. It has a wonderfully smooth yet complex body with notes of cherry, cocoa, and mocha. It has a great balance of flavors with gentle acids and a sweet, lingering finish that make this a memorable dessert wine.
An organic port made in the traditional way. The house style is “meio-seco” (medium-dry) so while this is definitely a sweet wine it's not syrupy or jammy. Lots of plum and berry fruit is balanced with nice structured acidity and tannins.
QUINTA DO INFANTADO RUBY PORTO
Portugal • 3oz • 8
An organic port made in the traditional way. The house style is “meio-seco” (medium-dry) so while this is definitely a sweet wine it's not syrupy or jammy. Lots of plum and berry fruit is balanced with nice structured acidity and tannins.
Fortified red wine with a hint of sweetness. Tawny ports are matured in oak casks and have a slightly oxidized character. Notes of roasted nuts, berry cobbler, spice, espresso beans, toffee. Slightly less sweet than most tawnys.
QUINTA DO INFANTADO TAWNY PORTO
Portugal • 3oz • 8
Fortified red wine with a hint of sweetness. Tawny ports are matured in oak casks and have a slightly oxidized character. Notes of roasted nuts, berry cobbler, spice, espresso beans, toffee. Slightly less sweet than most tawnys.
Rainwater took its name from its pale color and delicate texture and flavor. This is a Madeira of ethereal body, great finesse, delicate flavors and just a touch of sweetness
RARE WINE CO. "BALTIMORE RAINWATER" MADEIRA
Portugal • 3oz • 15
Rainwater took its name from its pale color and delicate texture and flavor. This is a Madeira of ethereal body, great finesse, delicate flavors and just a touch of sweetness
Balanced sweetness, still boasts incredible balance and refreshing acidity. Otherworldly complexity, cinnamon-clove spiciness, overtones of citrus peel and woodsmoke. Great as as after-dinner wine, but its long, dry finish also makes it work beautifully with food.
RARE WINE CO. "BOSTON BUAL" MADEIRA
Portugal • 3oz • 16
Balanced sweetness, still boasts incredible balance and refreshing acidity. Otherworldly complexity, cinnamon-clove spiciness, overtones of citrus peel and woodsmoke. Great as as after-dinner wine, but its long, dry finish also makes it work beautifully with food.
This is the driest madeira wine in the Rare Wine Co. Historic Series and a wine that has been served throughout meals in America for nearly 300 years.
RARE WINE CO. "CHARLESTON SERCIAL SPECIAL RESERVE" MADEIRA
Portugal • 3oz • 16
This is the driest madeira wine in the Rare Wine Co. Historic Series and a wine that has been served throughout meals in America for nearly 300 years.
A Madeira of elegance to honor Washington. Balanced and slightly sweet with cinnamon-clove spiciness and with the superb acidity characteristic of very old Madeira.
RARE WINE CO. "GEORGE WASHINGTON SPECIAL RESERVE" MADEIRA
Portugal • 3oz • 20
A Madeira of elegance to honor Washington. Balanced and slightly sweet with cinnamon-clove spiciness and with the superb acidity characteristic of very old Madeira.
Incredibly rich with dark, fruitcake flavors and dry spice that balances its sweetness
RARE WINE CO. "NEW YORK MALMSEY" MADEIRA
Portugal • 3oz • 16
Incredibly rich with dark, fruitcake flavors and dry spice that balances its sweetness
Off-dry with lovely walnut, brown sugar, and notes of cinnamon and apple spice. A nice mineral note leads to a long finish
RARE WINE CO. "CHIEF JUSTICE" MADEIRA
Portugal • 3oz • 22
Off-dry with lovely walnut, brown sugar, and notes of cinnamon and apple spice. A nice mineral note leads to a long finish
Bouquet of orange zest and buttery shortbread with hints of ginger, milk chocolate, and almonds. Lightly sweet with zesty acidity to keep it fresh, the palate reveals notes of candied citrus, ginger, and spicy honey.
RARE WINE CO. "SAVANNAH VERDELHO" MADEIRA
Portugal • 3oz • 16
Bouquet of orange zest and buttery shortbread with hints of ginger, milk chocolate, and almonds. Lightly sweet with zesty acidity to keep it fresh, the palate reveals notes of candied citrus, ginger, and spicy honey.
Medium-dry, this wine is a spectacular fusion of elegance and depth, youth and antiquity. The oldest component in the blend is more than 80 years old.
RARE WINE CO. "THOMAS JEFFERSON SPECIAL RESERVE" MADEIRA
Portugal • 3oz • 20
Medium-dry, this wine is a spectacular fusion of elegance and depth, youth and antiquity. The oldest component in the blend is more than 80 years old.
Fortified Barolo wine with a secret recipe of herbs, barks and spices. 35 Proof.
CAPPELLANO BAROLO CHINATO
Italy • 1oz • 12
Fortified Barolo wine with a secret recipe of herbs, barks and spices. 35 Proof.