Vini da Dino
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Dino named #8 of Food & Wine's
"50 Most Amazing Wine Experiences"
October 2006
$18 Wine Special: Our Choice of Red, White or Pink
& Free Corkage every Monday Tuesday & Wednesday
Otherwise our corkage fee is: $20 per bottle
or: free corkage on one bottle for every bottle you buy from our list
When ordered with entree or pasta per person. Limit one bottle per person. Gratuity may be added for parties of 6 or more.
Sunday Monday: 33% off wines $50+
See The Dino Wine Book
(November 16, opens a rather large pdf file)
Doug Heye wrote in the Fall 2007 Issue of Capitol file Magazine:
"Perhaps no restaurant in Washington is more passionate about wine, especially Italian wines, than Cleveland Park's Dino, thanks to its owner, Dean Gold. Many of the wines are described in detail on a list that is both informative and educational. Every corner of Italy is represented, with a special emphasis on wines from the Veneto, including the two most sought-after Amarones: the 1997 Quintarelli ($550) and the 2000 Dal Forno ($675). The United States has strong representation as well, including the very rare 2003 Sean H. Thackery "Orion" ($200). "Every wine is on here because I love it for what it is and for what it costs," says Gold."
This wine list mostly correct as of 1/30/2010
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Bubbles by the Glass
fizz Cima di Conegliano {Prosecco} Conegliano, Veneto {flute} 9 42
red fizz Gelsomina {Lambrusco Grasparossa, Ancelotta} Mantova 2007 {8oz} 9 27
Whites by the Glass
Lighter to richer 3oz / 8oz / Bt
pink Peter Solva “Da Silva” {Lagrein Rose} Alto Adige 2008 6 / 16 / 48
riesling Jokoby~Mathy “Balance” {Riesling} Kinheimer Mosel 2007 5 / 12 / 35
bracing La Cappucina {Garganega} Soave 2008 3 / 7 / 21
lush Valle Reale {Trebbiano} d’Abruzzo 2008 4 / 9 / 27
refreshing Riello delle Balze “Bianco Vergine” {Viognier, Trebbiano etc} 2007 3 / 8 / 25
traditions Santa Barbara “Le Vaglie” {Verdicchio} Marche 2008 5 / 13 / 39
refreshing Ajello {Grillo, Cataratto} Sicilia 2008 4 / 9 / 27
refreshing Ronco del Gnemiz “San Zuan” {Tocai} Colli Orientali Friuli 2007 6 / 17 / 50
Reds by the Glass
smoother to bolder 3oz / 8oz / Bt
delightful Ca’ Buona {Bonarda} Oltrepo Pavese, Lombardia 2005 3 / 8 / 24
soft tannin Caldaro {Lagrein} Alto Adige 2007 4 / 11 / 33
elegant Eric Banti {Morellino, Merlot, Syrah} Scansano Tuscany 2006 4 / 10 / 30
spicy Cinnabar “Estate” {Pinot Noir} Santa Cruz Mountains 2006 7 / 18 / 54
elegant Per Linda {Montepulciano} d’Abruzzo 2007 3 / 8 / 24
delightful Ambra {Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Cab, Merlot} Barco Reale, Carmignano ‘07 4 / 11 / 33
elegant *** Costanti {Sangiovese} Brunello di Montalcino 2003 9 / 22 / 66
*** ~ priced at Wine Madness level every day, no further bottle discounts!
delightful Tassi {Sangiovese} Rosso di Montalcino 2005 5 / 14 / 42
rustic Villa Teresa {Primitivo} Salento, Puglia 2007 4 / 9 / 27
explosive Ridge “Three Valley” {Zin, P Sirah, Carignane, GSM} ‘08 6 / 15 / 45
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Bubbles
The bright acidity of bubbly makes it perfect with an assortment of antipasti.
Cima di Conegliano {Prosecco} Conegliano, Veneto 42
Orsolani “Brut Tradition” {Erbaluce} Caluso 2004 45
{drink this wine!!!} Cantine di Taburno {Falanghina} Campania 45
Ca Mandorli “Brut Roscato {Brachetto} Piemonte 55
Cima di Conegliano “Cartizze” {Prosecco} Veneto 65
Cartizze is the oldest & best part of prosecco yielding wines with more richness
Ferrari “Brut Rose” {Pinot Noir, Chardonnay} NV 75
Red Bubbles
Bubbly, dry reds: incredible wines! Perfect with prosciutto, cheese & cured meats!
Ca Buona “Buttafuoco” {Bonarda +} Oltrepo’ Pavese 2006 25
Gelsomina {Lambrusco, Ancelotta} Montova, Emilia 2007 27
Pederzana {Lambrusco Grasparossa} Castelvetro, Modena, Emilie 2007 33
Donati Camillo “Il Ulio” {Lambrusco} dell’Emilia NV 45
Fraccia “Voulet” {Malavasia} Casorzo, Piemonte 2008 27
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Vini Bianchi
Refreshing: Crisp, Light, Quaffable
Super sippers, perfect as an aperitivo or with lighter foods.
{drink this wine!!!} Ajello {Grillo, Cataratto} Sicilia 2008 27
Ronco del Gnemiz “San Zuan” {Tocai} 2007 Colli Orientali del Friuli 2007 50
Abbazia di Novacella {Kerner} Alto Adige 2008 51
Lush: Floral, Tropical, Intense
Wines that show off the varietal character of their grapes, packed with flavors.
Valle Reale {Trebbiano} d’Abruzzo 2008 27
Jokoby-Mathy “Balance” {Riesling} Kinheimer Mosel 2007 35
Inama {Garganega} Soave, Veneto 2007 39
Pievalta {Verdicchio} Castelli dei Jesi, Marche 2007 50
Bracing: Mineral, Herbal, Lemony, Lean
Wines that are about leanness & crispness, great with seafood & lighter meats.
La Cappucina {Garganega} Soave 2008 21
Inama “Foscarino” {Garganega} Soave 2006 47
Abbazia di Novacella {Sylvaner} Alto Adige 2007 50
Suavia “Monte Carbonare” {Garganega} Soave 2007 59
Traditions: Texture, Spice, Earth, Nuts, Tang
These wines are not about fruit but mouthfeel, textures, style.
DeAngelis {Pecorino, Trebbaino} Falerio, Marche 2008 27
Grotte del Sole {Coda di Volpe} Campania 2008 30
Suavia “Classico” {Garganega, Trebbiano} Soave, Veneto 2007 39
{drink this wine!!!} Santa Barbara “Le Vaglie” {Verdicchio} Castelli dei Jesi, Marche 2008 39
Abbazia di Novacella {Veltliner} Alto Adige 2007 50
Belldes {Gewurztraminer} Alto Adige 2007 60
Fully Blown: Rich, Round, Butter, Toast, Creamy, Ripe
Modern winemaking: ripe grapes & oak influence, picked for balance.
Dal Maso “Riva del Molino” {Gambellara} Veneto 2007 39
Foradori “Myrto” {Sauvignon, Incrocio Manzoni} 2007 60
Pavese Ermes “Nathan” {Blanc} de Morgex et de la Salle, Valle d’Aosta 2006 70
Anti Technology: Orange Wines Made the Old Fashioned Way
Challenging wines made with long macerations, little or no sulfites, no filtration or fining, having dark colors and are a totally unique experience: for the adventurous!
Cos “Rami” {Insolia Grecciano} 2007 46
{drink this wine!!!} Movia {Ribolla} Brda, Slovenia 2007 50
served at cellar temp Paolo Bea “Santa Chiara”
{Grechetto, Malavasia, Garganega, Sauvignon, chardonnay } Umbria 2007 68
served at cellar temp Radikon “Jakot” {Tocai Friulano} 2003 Venezia Giulia 65 500 ml
served at cellar temp Radikon {Ribolla Giala} 2003 Oslavia, Venezia Giulia 65 500 ml
See The Dino Wine Book
(December 26, 2008, opens a rather large pdf file)
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Pinks & Light Reds
Caution: the following may be dangerous to your preconceived notions of rose.Dal Maso “Tai” {Tocai Rosso} Veneto 2008 28
Peter Solva “Peterleiten” {Schiava Grigia} Alto Adige 2007 50
{drink this wine!!!} Peter Solva “Rose” {Lagrein} Alto Adige 2008 54
Peter Solva’s rose & light red respectively, are both full, rich & great food wines!
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Vini Rossi
Delightful: Rich, Straightforward, Friendly, Gulpable
Easy to drink wines that are fruit driven and uncomplicated.
Di Lenardo {Refosco} Grave del Friuli 2008 24
Degani {Corvina et al} Valpolicella 2008 27
Crivelli {Ruche} Monferrato, Piemonte 2007 40
{drink this wine!!!} Tassi {Sangiovese} Rosso di Montalcino 2005 42
Caparzo {Sangiovese} Rosso di Montalcino 2006 45
Colterenzio “Praedium Mantsch” {Lagrein} Alto Adige 2005 60
Explosive: Ripe, Juicy, Fresh, Berry Flavors
The flavors of berries & grapes abound. We love them with salumi & formaggi.
Aleramo {Barbera} Piemonte 2007 21
San Giuliano {Dolcetto} d’Alba 2008 36
Grosjean {Gamay} Vallee d’Aosta 2007 42
Ridge “3 Valley” {Zinfandel, P Sirah, Carignane, GSM} 2008 45
Abbazia di Novacella {Lagrein} Alto Adige 2007 50
Hilberg Pasquero {Barbera} d’Alba 57
{drink this wine!!!} Pecchenino “Seri d’Jermu” {Dolcetto} de Dogliani 2006 57
La Giaretta “I Quadretti” {Corvina et al} 2006 59
Elegant: Round, Composed, Focused
Wines that don’t beat you up with ripeness & oak, but show their terroir.
Per Linda {Montepulciano} d’Abruzzo 2007 24
Erik Banti “Carato” {Morellino, Merlot, Syrah} di Scansano 2006 30
Castello di Magione “Morcinaia” {Cabnernet, Merlot Sangiovese} Umbria 2005 37
Agostina Pieri {Sangiovese} Rosso di Montalcino 2007 64
Adelsheim {Pinot Noir} Willamette Oregon 2007 65
Costanti {Sangiovese} Brunello di Montalcino 2003 66
this wine is priced at Wine Madness level every day, no further discounts!
{drink this wine!!!} Peter Solva “De Silva” {Lagrein} Alto Adige 2007 75
Altesino {Sangiovese} Brunello di Montalcino 2003 99
Huge: Ripe, Extracted, Heady
Whether an Amarone or a late harvest Zin: lush, ripe and powerful wines.
Li Veli “Passemante” {Negramaro} Puglia 2007 32
Antonelli “Rosso” {Sangiovese, Sagrantino, Cab, Merlot} Montefalco 2006 38
Nicolis “Ripasso Seccal” {Corvina et al} Veneto 2005 42
Querciola “Corniole” {Dolcetto} Dogliani 2006 48
Deconcillis “Donnaluna” {Aglianico} Paestum, Campania 2007 50
{drink this wine!!!} Milleuna “Bacmione” {Primitivo} Puglia 2005 65
Ridge Geyserville {Zinfandel, P. Sirah, Carignane, Mataro} Alexander Valley 07 65
Pertimali {Sangiovese} Rosso di Montalcino 2007 69
Degani {Corvina et al} Amarone, Veneto 2005 79
Spicy: Racy, Opulent, Full, Tannic
Big, loaded with the flavors of black pepper & other hard spices.
Vajra “Rosso” {Barbera, Dolcetto, Freisa, Albarosso} Piemonte 2007 29
Poppiano Il Cortile {Sangiovese, Canaiolo, +} Colli Fiorentini, Chianti 2007 30
Boccadigabbia {Montepulciano, Sangiovese} Rosso Piceno, 2006 38
Cinabar {Pinot Noir} Santa Cruz Mountain 2006 54
Antonelli {Sagrantino} Montefalco, Umbria 2004 68
{drink this wine!!!} Cecilia “Oglassa” {Syrah} Elba, Toscana 2005 75
Brovia {Nebbiolo} Barolo, Piemonte 2003 88
{drink this wine!!!} Collemattoni {Sangiovese} Brunello di Montalcino 2004 130
Rustic: Earthy, Funky, Old School
Wines eschewing modernity, celebrating terroir, old fashioned flavors & textures.
Villa Teresa {Primitivo} Puglia 2007 27
Ambra “Barco Reale” {Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Cab, Merlot} Carmignano 2007 33
La Slina “Giorgio Cichero” {Dolcetto} di Ovada 2008 35
Foxglove {Zinfandel} Paso Robles 2007 36
Grotte del Sole “Monteguaro” {Piedirosso} Campi Flegri 2005 42
Sean Thackery “Pleiades” {Sean’s not saying!!} Lot 16 79
Paolo Bea “Rosso di Veo” {Sagrantino +?} 2002 86
Degani "La Rosta" {Corvina etc} Amarone 2005 95
Sassetti Pertimali {Sangiovese} Brunello di Montalcino 2003 125
Traditional: Herbs, Leather, Earth, Smoke, Woods
Wines that celebrate terroir, texture & traditional flavors over fruit.
Fracchia “Antica Giochi Tambass” {Barbera} Monferrato, Piemonte 2007 30
Domaine La Garrigue {Old Vines Grenache & Syrah} 2004 38
Degani “Ripasso Cecelia” {Corvina et al} Valpolicella 2004 39
Barco “Case di Pezza” {Primitivo, Malavasia, Negroamaro} Puglia 2007 39
Cavalotto “Bricco Boschis” {Friesa} Piemonte 2006 42
Querciabella {Sangiovese +} Chianti Classico 2007 51
{drink this wine!!!} Collemattone {Sangiovese} Rosso di Montalcino 2006 54
Il Fagetto “Pietra del Diavolo” {Prugnolo} Nobile di Montepulciano 2005 65
Giuseppe Mascarello “Scudetto” {Barbera} Monforte d’Alba 2005 69
Soft Tannins: Gentle Red Wines
You can drink red wine with fish & other lighter dishes. Here are a few to try.
Tenuta Sant’Antonio “Nanfre” {Corvina, Rondinella} Valpolicella 2007 30
Caldaro {Lagrein} Alto Adige 2007 33
{drink this wine!!!} King’s Ridge {Pinot Noir} Willamette Oregon 2007 42
Au Bon Climat {Pinot Noir} Santa Barbara 2008 48
Cos Pithos {Nero d’Avola} Sicilia 2007 82
Mount Eden “Estate” {Pinot Noir} Santa Cruz Mountain 2004 99
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See The Dino Wine Book
(December 26, 2008, opens a rather large pdf file)
Sometime a quartin is not enough, a bottle too much!
{white} McCrea {Roussanne} Washington State 2006 33
Littorai “Lemon’s Folley {Gewurztraminer, Sauv Blanc} Sonoma Coast 2008 {375ml} 65
{rossi} {drink this wine!!!} McCrea {Mouvedre} Washington State 2006 36
Altesino {Sangiovese} Brunello di Montalcino 2003 58
Costanti {Sangiovese} Brunello di Montalcino 2004 75
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