INI Wine

Avissi Prosecco (Pairing)

Pair with: Calamari Fritti, Seafood Poke, Cauliflower Tempura, Oven-Fired Puff Bread, and Burrata Caprese.

Avissi Prosecco (Taste)

Taste: Green apple, pear, lemon zest, white flowers, and a little peach. Fresh, crisp, lively bubbles.

Avissi Prosecco (Structure)

Structure: High acidity, very low tannin, light body, dry to slightly fruity finish.

Avissi Prosecco (Body)

Dry Light-Bodied

Avissi Prosecco (Grape & Location)

Grape: Glera · Veneto, Italy

Avissi Prosecco (Selling Point)

An easy, refreshing Italian sparkling wine. Great as an aperitif or for guests who want something bubbly without Champagne pricing.

Vignaioli Stefano Moscato d’Asti (Pairing)

Pair with: Mala Lamb Pizza, Cauliflower Tempura, Chocolate Hazelnut Cake, Blueberry Pavlova, and Truffle Cheese Bread.

Vignaioli Stefano Moscato d’Asti (Taste)

Taste: Fresh peach, apricot, orange blossom, honeysuckle, and ripe grape. Sweet, aromatic, and gently fizzy.

Vignaioli Stefano Moscato d’Asti (Structure)

Structure: High acidity balances the sweetness; very low alcohol (typically around 5–6%); almost no tannin.

Vignaioli Stefano Moscato d’Asti (Body)

Sweet Light-Bodied

Vignaioli Stefano Moscato d’Asti (Grape & Location)

Grape: Moscato · Piedmont, Italy

Vignaioli Stefano Moscato d’Asti (Selling Point)

A dessert wine that feels light and refreshing rather than heavy. The half bottle is ideal for two guests sharing dessert.

“A lightly sparkling, sweet Italian wine with peach, apricot, and floral notes.”

Bieler Père & Fils Sabine Rosé (Taste)

Taste: Strawberry, watermelon, raspberry, citrus, and subtle herbs.

Bieler Père & Fils Sabine Rosé (Structure)

Structure: Bright acidity, very low tannin, light body, clean dry finish.

Bieler Père & Fils Sabine Rosé (Pairing)

Pair with: Prosciutto & Burrata Pizza, Umeboshi Spring Salad, Seafood Poke, Calamari Fritti, and Burrata Caprese.

Bieler Père & Fils Sabine Rosé (Body)

Dry Light-Bodied

Bieler Père & Fils Sabine Rosé (Grape & Location)

Grape: Rosé blend · Aix-en-Provence, France

Bieler Père & Fils Sabine Rosé (Selling Point)

Classic Provence rosé style—pale pink, elegant, dry, and versatile. Ideal for guests who want something refreshing but not sweet.

Ceretto Blangè Arneis (Pairing)

Pair with: Crab Roe Spaghetti, Scallop Dashi Risotto, Branzino Piccata, Seafood Mafaldine, and Squid Ink Uni Pasta.

Ceretto Blangè Arneis (Taste)

Taste: Pear, green apple, lemon, white peach, white flowers, and almond.

Ceretto Blangè Arneis (Structure)

Structure: Fresh acidity, medium body, no tannins, lightly textured palate with a subtle mineral finish.

Ceretto Blangè Arneis (Body)

Dry Medium-Bodied

Ceretto Blangè Arneis (Grape & Location)

Grape: Arneis · Piedmont, Italy

Ceretto Blangè Arneis (Selling Point)

A distinctive native Italian white grape. More textured and aromatic than a simple Pinot Grigio, with a memorable almond finish.

“A crisp Italian white with pear, apple, citrus, and a subtle almond note.”

Falesco Bianco (Taste)

Taste: Citrus, green apple, pear, white peach, and fresh herbs. Often has a subtle saline or mineral character.

Falesco Bianco (Structure)

Structure: Bright acidity, low to medium body, no tannins, crisp finish.

Falesco Bianco (Pairing)

Pair with: Branzino Piccata, Seafood Mafaldine, Calamari Fritti, Scallop Dashi Risotto, and Seafood Poke.

Falesco Bianco (Body)

Dry Light to Medium-Bodied

Falesco Bianco (Grape & Location)

Grape: Vermentino · Umbria, Italy

Falesco Bianco (Selling Point)

Vermentino brings a Mediterranean feel—bright, herbal, and refreshing, with a little more savory character than a fruit-forward white.

Grassini Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Taste)

Taste: Grapefruit, lime, passion fruit, melon, fresh herbs, and sometimes a subtle tropical or mineral note.

Grassini Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Structure)

Structure: High acidity, medium body, no tannins; typically more rounded and concentrated than many New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs.

Grassini Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Pairing)

Pair with: Seafood Poke, Umeboshi Spring Salad, Branzino Piccata, Burrata Caprese, and Mixed Beet Salad.

Grassini Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Body)

Dry Medium-Bodied

Grassini Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Grape & Location)

Grape: Sauvignon Blanc · Happy Canyon, California

Grassini Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Selling Point)

A California Sauvignon Blanc from a cool-climate-influenced region that can offer both freshness and ripe fruit. Great for guests who enjoy expressive, aromatic whites.

Lamùri Nero d’Avola Grape

Grape: Nero d’Avola · Sicily, Italy

Lamùri Nero d’Avola (Taste)

Taste: Black cherry, blackberry, plum, dark chocolate, and Mediterranean herbs. Depending on vintage, can show a little spice or earthy character.

Lamùri Nero d’Avola (Structure)

Structure: Medium to high tannins, moderate acidity, medium-full body, smooth but structured finish.

Lamùri Nero d’Avola (Pairing)

Pair with: Short Rib Gnocchi, Braised Short Rib, Australian Ribeye, Mala Lamb Pizza, and Duck Ragu.

Lamùri Nero d’Avola (Body)

Medium To Full Bodied

Lamùri Nero d’Avola (Selling Point)

Selling point: A bold Sicilian red with ripe dark fruit and a warm, savory character. A great alternative to Cabernet for guests who want something rich but distinctly Italian.

Rossana Dolcetto Grape

Grape: Dolcetto · Piedmont, Italy

Rossana Dolcetto (Body)

Medium-Bodied

Rossana Dolcetto (Taste)

Taste: Fresh black cherry, blueberry, plum, violet, and a subtle almond-like finish.

Rossana Dolcetto (Structure)

Structure: Low to medium tannins, moderate acidity, medium body. Smooth and fruit-forward, with a slight bitter-almond note.

Rossana Dolcetto (Pairing)

Pair with: Butcher’s Choice Pizza, Italian Meatballs, Truffle Funghi Pizza, Chicken Katsu Parmesan, and Mortadella & Pistachio Pizza.

Rossana Dolcetto (Selling Point)

A softer, approachable Italian red that is easy to enjoy without the structure of Barolo. Great for guests who want red wine but dislike aggressive tannins.

Falesco Rosso Grape

Red Blend Umbria Italy

Falesco Rosso (Body)

Medium-Bodied

Falesco Rosso (Taste)

Taste: Red cherry, ripe plum, blackberry, gentle spice, and earthy notes.

Falesco Rosso (Structure)

Structure: Medium tannins, moderate acidity, medium body, approachable finish.

Falesco Rosso (Pairing)

Pair with: Chicken Katsu Parmesan, Italian Meatballs, Spaghetti Napolitan, Margherita Pizza, and Shrimp Rigatoni alla Rosa.

Falesco Rosso (Selling Point)

An easy-drinking Italian blend with broad appeal. A good by-the-glass recommendation for guests who want a versatile red without spending much.

Corte alla Flora Rosso di Montepulciano (Grape & Location)

Sangiovese-led red · Tuscany, Italy

Corte alla Flora Rosso di Montepulciano (Tasted)

Taste: Sour cherry, red plum, dried herbs, earth, and a touch of spice.

Corte alla Flora Rosso di Montepulciano (Structure)

Structure: Medium tannins, lively acidity, medium body, dry savory finish.

Corte alla Flora Rosso di Montepulciano (Pairing)

Pair with: Margherita Pizza, Italian Meatballs, Spaghetti Napolitan, Chicken Katsu Parmesan, and Prosciutto & Burrata Pizza.

Corte alla Flora Rosso di Montepulciano (Selling Point)

A classic Tuscan-style red with food-friendly acidity. Particularly good with tomato sauce because the wine’s acidity complements the dish.

Corte alla Flora Rosso di Montepulciano (Body)

Medium-Bodied

Aresca Barolo (Grape & Location)

Nebbiolo · Piedmont, Italy

Aresca Barolo (Taste)

Taste: Cherry, rose petals, dried cranberry, licorice, tar, leather, and earthy notes.

Aresca Barolo (Structure)

Structure: High tannins, high acidity, medium-full body, long complex finish.

Aresca Barolo (Pairing)

Pair with: Australian Ribeye, Braised Short Rib, Short Rib Gnocchi, Pork Tomahawk, and Duck Ragu.

Aresca Barolo (Selling Point)

The prestige red on this list. Called the “King of Wines” and is known for complexity, structure, and aging potential.

“A structured Italian red with cherry, rose, and earthy notes, with firm tannins and a long finish.”

Give it time to breathe; decanting can soften its tannins and open its aromas.

Aresca Barolo (Body)

Full-Bodied High Tannin

Pike Road Pinot Noir (Grape & Location)

Pinot Noir · Willamette Valley, Oregon

Pike Road Pinot Noir (Taste)

Taste: Red cherry, raspberry, cranberry, strawberry, forest floor, and subtle spice.

Pike Road Pinot Noir (Structure)

Structure: Low to medium tannins, bright acidity, light-medium body, silky texture.

Pike Road Pinot Noir (Pairing)

Pair with: Duck Ragu, Short Rib Gnocchi, Truffle Funghi Pizza, Pork Tomahawk, and Chicken Katsu Parmesan.

Pike Road Pinot Noir (Body)

Light to Medium Bodied

Pike Road Pinot Noir (Selling Point)

A great red for guests who want something elegant, lighter, and less tannic. One of the most versatile reds for food pairing.

Hill Family Estate “The Barrel Blend” (Body)

Full-Bodied

Hill Family Estate “The Barrel Blend” (Grape & Location)

Red blend · Napa Valley, California

Hill Family Estate “The Barrel Blend” (Taste)

Taste: Blackberry, black cherry, plum, vanilla, cocoa, and baking spice.

Hill Family Estate “The Barrel Blend” (Structure)

Structure: Medium-high tannins, medium acidity, full body, rich and rounded finish.

Hill Family Estate “The Barrel Blend” (Pairing)

Pair with: Pork Tomahawk, Australian Ribeye, Braised Short Rib, Mala Lamb Pizza, and Duck Ragu.

Hill Family Estate “The Barrel Blend” (Selling Point)

A richer, oak-influenced Napa-style red. A strong choice for Cabernet drinkers who enjoy dark fruit, smooth texture, and a fuller mouthfeel.

Hill Family Estate “The Barrel Blend” (Grape & Location)

Red blend · Napa Valley, California