| Cuisines | Contemporary American |
| Dining style | Casual Dining |
| Phone number | +1 412 622 3225 |
| Website | thecafecarnegie.com |
| Dress code | Business Casual |
| Location | 4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 |
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The Cafe Carnegie
| Cuisine type | Contemporary American | |
| Price range | $30 and under |
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About The Cafe Carnegie
Under the direction of James Beard semi-finalist Chef Sonja Finn and Chef Jacob Kuhn, The Café Carnegie brings their approachable cooking using responsibly-sourced ingredients to Pittsburgh’s favorite museums. The newly transformed space features a comfortable full-service dining area, and a walk-up espresso and wine bar for a relaxing break on a museum visit.
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Menus
- Thursday Evenings Menu
- Dessert Menu
- Bar Menu
- Brunch Menu
- Lunch Menu
- Fall/Winter Menu
Thursday Evening
| Olives Marinated with Fennel & Orange | $3.00 | |
| Deviled Eggs | $5.00 | |
| Portobello Mushroom Soup | $9.00 | Crème Fraiche, Lemon Oil, Toasted Pine Nuts |
| Plate of Local Cheeses | $12.00 | Seasonal Accompaniment, Baguette |
| House-Made Country Pate | $10.00 | Dried Plum and Grain Mustards, Baguette, Cornichons |
| Grilled Artichoke | $10.00 | Sauce Gribiche* |
| Salad Lyonnaise | $14.00 | Snap Peas, Pea Shoots, Frisee, Peppered Bacon, Roasted New Potatoes, Poached Pastured Egg, Truffled Pecorino, SherryShallot Vinaigrette |
| Grass Fed Skirt Steak Chopped Salad | $16.00 | Cara Cara and Blood Oranges, Radish, Hearty Lettuces, Green Goddess Dressing |
| Wild Gulf Shrimp Roll | $16.00 | Fines Herbes Mayonnaise, Celery, Jalapeño, Shaved Red Onion, Toasted Pullman Bun, Shoestring Fries |
| Spring Greens Ricotta Gnocchi | $16.00 | Asparagus, Pea Shoots, Baby Spinach, Scallions, Truffled Pecorino, Parsley Butter |
| Coq au Chardonnay | $18.00 | Amish Chicken Thigh and Drumstick Braised with Wine, Carrots, Onions, and Celery, Bacon Lardons, English Peas, Tarragon, Crème Fraiche, Grilled Baguette |
| Le Hot Dog | $6.00 | Local Beef Hot Dog, Housemade Baguette, Shoestring Fries |
| Shoestring Fries | $5.00 |
Desserts
| Root Beer Float | $7.00 | Housemade Vanilla Ice Cream |
| Burnt Almond Cake | $7.00 | |
| Chocolate Mousse | $7.00 | Whipped Cream |
| Ice Cream Sundae | $8.00 | Housemade Vanilla Ice Cream, Lavender Caramel, Chocolate Tulie, Brûléed Bananas |
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Main
| Olives Marinated | $3.00 | with Fennel & Orange |
| Deviled Eggs | $5.00 | |
| Beet Gazpacho | $9.00 | Tarragon, Greek Yogurt, Fried Leeks |
| Belgian Endive & Frisee Salad | $10.00 | Beets, Pomegranate Seeds, Goat Rodeo Chevre, Chives, Sherry-Shallot Vinaigrette |
| Plate of Local Cheeses | $12.00 | Seasonal Accompaniments |
| House-Made Country Pate | $10.00 | Baguette, Mustards, Cornichons |
| Le Hot Dog | $6.00 | Local Beef Hot Dog, Housemade Baguette, Shoestring Fries |
| Shoestring Fries | $5.00 |
Beverages
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Local Craft Beer on Tap
| East End Big Hop (5.8 ABV) | $7.00 | |
| Full Pint White Lightning (6.0 ABV) | $7.00 | |
| Great Lakes Seasonal Beer (9.0 ABV) | $9.00 | |
| Grist House Gristly Bear Brown Ale (6.2 ABV) | $7.00 |
Featured Drink
| Barmy Soda Company Root Beer | $3.00 |
Crafted Cocktails
| Prosecco Spritz | Moletto Prosecco, Aperol, Orange Bitters | |
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| Watermelon-Citrus Sangria | White Wine with Cantaloupe, Watermelon, Orange, Granny Smith Apple, A hint of Cognac | |
| Sparkling Sunrise | Prosecco, Orange Juice, Aperol, Cotes du Rhone | |
| The Cafe Carnegie Bloody Mary | Boyd & Blair Vodka with The Café Carnegie's Special Blend of Tomato Juice, Horseradish and Spices | |
| Scottish Spring | House-infused Lavender Gin, Triple Sec, A Splash of Fresh-Squeezed Lemon, Club Soda | |
| Prohibition Lemonade | Simple but refreshing, Old Overholt Rye Whiskey, Lemonade, Club Soda |
Cask Wines on Tap
| Prosecco, Moletto, NV Veneto, Italy |
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| Chardonnay, MacRostie, Sonoma Coast, California, 2014 |
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| Pinot Noir, Argyle, Williamette Valley, Oregon, 2014 |
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| Cotes du Rhone, Domaine de Garrigon, France, 2015 |
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Wine
| Brut Rosé Sparkling, Francois Montand, NV, France |
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| Rosé, Domaine Gueissard, Provence, France, 2015 |
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| Pinot Grigio, Badissa, Veneto, Italy, 2016 |
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| Sauvignon Blanc, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Horse Heaven Hills, Washington, 2015 |
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| Muscadet Sur Lie, Sevre et Main, Domaine Bregeon, Loire, France, 2014 |
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| Pinot Blanc, Michel Fonne, Alsace, France, 2014 |
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| Gamay, Les Chardons, Loire, France, 2013 |
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| Tempranillo, 5 Meses, Monteabellon, Ribera del Duero, Spain, 2015 |
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| Chianti Classico, Lamole, I Fabbri, Tuscany, Italy, 2014 |
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| Cabernet Sauvignon, Fleur du Cap, South Africa, 2013 |
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Fit for Sharing
| Jelly Donuts | $6.00 | Housemade Concord Grape Jelly |
| Cinnamon Buns | $6.00 | Toasted Pecans, Orange Zest |
| Deviled Eggs | $10.00 | Berkshire Prosciutto |
| Grilled Artichoke | $10.00 | Sauce Gribiche* |
| House-Made Country Pate | $10.00 | Dried Plum and Grain Mustards, Baguette, Cornichons |
Salads
| Weatherbury Farm Wheatberry Salad | $14.00 | Haricots Verts, Bibb Lettuce, Toasted Hazelnuts, Radishes, Grilled Spring Onions, Manouri Cheese, Creamy Basil Dressing |
| Salad Lyonnaise | $14.00 | Snap Peas, Pea Shoots, Frisee, Peppered Bacon, Roasted New Potatoes, Poached Pastured Egg, Truffled Pecorino, SherryShallot Vinaigrette |
| Pulled Chicken Salad | $15.00 | Grilled Sourdough, Mixed Lettuces, Currants, Pine Nuts, Scallions, Red Wine Vinaigrette |
Sandwiches
| Bocadillo di Tortilla | $14.00 | Potato, Onion, and Spinach Frittata, Young Manchego, Olive Tapenade, Arugula, Grilled Sourdough, Mixed Lettuces Salad |
| Croque Madame | $15.00 | House Cured Ham, Asparagus, Sunny Side Up Pastured Egg, Gruyere, Bechamel, on Pullman, Shoestring Fries |
| Brunch Club | $14.00 | Pastured Egg Salad, House Cured Salmon, Arugula, Tomato, Red Onion, Caper Mayo, Mixed Lettuces Salad |
| Wild Gulf Shrimp Roll | $16.00 | Celery, Jalapeño, Shaved Red Onion, Fines Herbes Mayonnaise, Bibb Lettuce, on Pullman Bun, Shoestring Fries |
| Chickpea Salad Sandwich | $14.00 | Cucumber, Shaved Red Onion and Carrots, Baby Spinach, Dill, Turmeric, Kalamata Olive on Focaccia, Shoestring Fries |
Plates
| Banana Buttermilk Pancakes | $14.00 | Maple Syrup, Cultured Thyme Butter |
| Whole Wheat Spaghetti Carbonara | $16.00 | English Peas, Asparagus, Shallots, Thyme, Pancetta, Parmigiano Reggiano |
| Poached Salmon Omelet | $16.00 | Crème Fraiche, Trout Roe, Chives, Mixed Lettuces Salad, Gougeres |
| Pastured Eggs Over Easy | $14.00 | Soft Polenta, Sauce Diavolo, Broccolini, Parsley |
| Seafood Crepes Gratin | $19.00 | Smoked Bay Scallops, Wild Gulf Shrimp, Shiitake Mushrooms, Leeks, Swiss Raclette, Buerre Blanc, Chives, Mixed Lettuces Salad |
| Baguette French Toast | $14.00 | Ricotta, Strawberries, Maple Syrup |
For the Kids
| Short Stack | $7.00 | Butter, Maple Syrup |
| Pressed Sandwich | $6.00 | Banana, Peanut Butter, Honey on Pullman Bread, Shoestring Fries |
| Griddled Sandwich | $8.00 | Scambled Pastured Eggs, Cheddar, Bacon on Housemade Texas Toast, Fruit |
| Le Hot Dog | $6.00 | Local Beef Hot Dog, Housemade Baguette, Shoestring Fries |
| Side of Seasonal Fruit | $4.00 |
Starters
| Portobello Mushroom Soup | $9.00 | Crème Fraiche, Lemon Oil, Toasted Pine Nuts |
| Grilled Artichoke | $10.00 | Sauce Gribiche* |
| Salad Mimosa | $10.00 | Bibb Lettuce, Frisee, Radishes, Shaved Pastured Egg, Fines Herbes, Champagne Vinaigrette |
| Plate of Local Cheeses | $12.00 | Seasonal Accompaniment, Baguette |
| House-Made Country Pate | $10.00 | Dried Plum and Grain Mustards, Baguette, Cornichons |
Salads
| Pulled Chicken Salad | $15.00 | Grilled Sourdough, Mixed Lettuces, Currants, Pine Nuts, Scallions, Red Wine Vinaigrette |
| Weatherbury Farm Wheatberry Salad | $14.00 | Haricots Verts, Bibb Lettuce, Toasted Hazelnuts, Radishes, Grilled Spring Onions, Manouri Cheese, Creamy Basil Dressing |
| Poached Wild Salmon Salad | $16.00 | Braised Lentils, Roasted Cauliflower and Celeriac, Napa Cabbage, Mixed Lettuces, Champagne Vinaigrette, Dill Yogurt |
| Grass Fed Skirt Steak Chopped Salad | $16.00 | Cara Cara and Blood Oranges, Radish, Hearty Lettuces, Green Goddess Dressing |
Sandwiches
| Classic Club | $15.00 | Roasted Turkey Breast, Bacon, Tomato, Iceberg, Mayonnaise on Pullman, Shoestring Fries |
| Roasted Mushroom Panini | $14.00 | Roasted Maiitake, Oyster, and Cremini Mushrooms, Radicchio, Clover Creek Pirate Blue, Parsley Aioli, on Sourdough, Mixed Lettuce Salad |
| Wild Gulf Shrimp Roll | $16.00 | Celery, Jalapeño, Shaved Red Onion, Fines Herbes Mayonnaise, Bibb Lettuce, on Pullman Bun, Shoestring Fries |
| Chickpea Salad Sandwich | $14.00 | Cucumber, Shaved Red Onion and Carrots, Baby Spinach, Dill, Turmeric, Kalamata Olive on Focaccia, Shoestring Fries |
| House-Made Country Pate Bahn MI | $15.00 | Napa Cabbage, Scallions, Carrot, Cilantro, and Thai Basil Slaw, Jalapenos, Spicy Aioli, on Baguette, Shoestring Fries |
Larger Plates
| Seafood Crepes Gratin | $19.00 | Smoked Bay Scallops, Wild Gulf Shrimp, Shiitake Mushrooms, Leeks, Swiss Raclette, Buerre Blanc Chives, Mixed Lettuces Salad |
| Coq au Chardonnay | $18.00 | Amish Chicken Thigh and Drumstick Braised with Wine, Carrots, Onions, and Celery, Bacon Lardons, English Peas, Tarragon, Crème Fraiche, Grilled Baguette |
| Spring Greens Ricotta Gnocchi | $16.00 | Asparagus, Pea Shoots, Baby Spinach, Scallions, Truffled Pecorino, Parsley Butter |
| Salt Cod Cakes | $17.00 | Grilled Broccolini, Capers, Picholine Olives, Spicy Tomato Sauce, Aioli* |
| Jamison Farm Lamb Ragu | $19.00 | Soft Polenta, Rosemary, Ricotta Salatta, Sauteed Spinach |
For the Kids
| Pressed Sandwich | $6.00 | Banana, Peanut Butter, Honey on Pullman Bread |
| Le Hot Dog | $6.00 | Local Beef Hot Dog, House-made Baguette |
| Kids Griddled Sandwich | $9.00 | Tomatoes, Bacon, White Cheddar on Housemade Texas Toast, Shoestring Fries |
| Assortment of Tea Sandwiches | $7.00 | Cucumber & Cream Cheese, Radish & Butter, Egg Salad Double Decker |
| Kids Shrimp Cocktail | $9.00 | Wild Gulf Shrimp |
| Side of Seasonal Fruit | $4.00 |
Commonplace Coffee Co.
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| Americano | $2.50 | |||||
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| Mocha | $3.95 | |||||
| Hot Chocolate | $2.95 | |||||
| Steamer | $2.95 | |||||
| Hot or Iced Tea | $2.50 |
Local Craft Beer On Tap
| East End Big Hop (5.8 ABV) | ||
| Full Pint White Lightning (6.0 ABV) | ||
| Great Lakes Seasonal Beer | ||
| Hop Farms Brewery Seasonal |
Featured Drink
| Barmy Soda Company Root Beer | $3.00 |
Crafted Cocktails
| Spritzelle | Our nod to the Pittsburgh Cookie Table. Vanilla Vodka, Anise, Prosecco | |
| Cherry Sangria | Merlot, Catron Cerise Liqueur, Cherry Bark Bitters | |
| Sweet & Sour Rye | Moscato, Old Overholt Rye Whiskey, Lime | |
| Spiked Garden Tea | Bombay Gin infused with Harney & Sons Paris Tea, Cartron Violette, Sureau, Club Soda | |
| Iced Chocolate Mint | Chocolate Vodka, Fernet, Harney & Sons Chocolate Mint Iced Tea, Cream | |
| Box o' Chocolates | Stoli Vanilla Vodka, Cartron Grenade, Cartron Cocoa, Cherry Bark Bitters | |
| Prosecco Spritz | Prosecco, Aperol, Orange Bitters | |
| The Café Carnegie Bloody Mary | Boyd & Blair Vodka with Our Special Blend of Tomato Juice, Horseradish, Spices | |
| Sparkling Sunrise | Prosecco, Cotes du Rhone, Orange Juice, Aperol, Gorgeously Layered |
Cask Wines On Tap
| Prosecco, Moletto, NV Veneto, Italy |
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| Chardonnay, MacRostie, Sonoma Coast, California, 2014 |
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| Pinot Noir, Argyle, Williamette Valley, Oregon, 2014 |
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| Chateau Tassin Bordeaux Rouge, Bordeaux France, 2016 |
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Wine
| Brut Rosé Sparkling, Francois Montand, NV, France |
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| Rosé, Domaine Gueissard, Provence, France, 2015 |
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| Pinot Grigio, Badissa, Veneto, Italy, 2016 |
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| Sauvignion Blanc, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Horse Heaven Hills, Washington, 2015 |
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| Tempranillo, 5 Meses, Monteabellon, Ribera del Duero, Spain, 2015 |
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| Chianti Classico, Lamole, I Fabbri, Tuscany, Italy, 2014 |
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| Cabernet Sauvignon, Fleur du Cap, South Africa, 2013 |
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Starters
| Onion Soup Gratin | $10.00 | Gruyere and Gruyere Cheese, Crouton |
| Celery Soup | $9.00 | Crème Fraiche, Fried Leeks |
| Local Cheese Plate | $12.00 | Seasonal Accompaniments |
| Housemade Country Pate | $10.00 | Baguette, Mustards, Cornichons |
| Salad Mimosa | $8.00 | Bibb Lettuce, Shaved Egg, Radish, Fines Herbes, Champagne Vinaigrette |
| Berkshire Prosciutto Plate | $12.00 | Grilled Pears, Toasted Hazelnuts, Pirate Blue Cheese |
Salads
| Pulled Chicken Salad | $14.00 | Grilled Bread, Winter Lettuces, Currants, Pine Nuts, Scallions, Red Wine Vinaigrette |
| Salad Chevre Chaud | $13.00 | Braised Lentils, Roasted Shiitakes and Cauliflower, Pickled Celeriac, Lettuces, Sherry-Shallot Vinaigrette |
| Poached Wild Salmon Niçoise | $16.00 | Haricots Verts, New Potatoes, Egg, Cherry Tomatoes, Lettuces, Niçoise Olive Vinaigrette |
Sandwiches
| Classic Club | $15.00 | Roasted Turkey Breast, Bacon, Tomato, Romaine, Mayonnaise, Toasted Pullman, Served with Shoestring Fries |
| Grilled Savoy Cabbage Panini | $13.00 | Lentil Puree, Carrot and Red Onion Slaw, Almond Romesco, Rosemary, Sourdough |
| Grass Fed Skirt Steak Sandwich | $16.00 | Chilled and Sliced, Avocado, Escarole Hearts, Romaine, Treviso, Creamy Garlic Dressing, Toasted Sourdough, Served with Shoestring Fries |
| Wild Gulf Shrimp Roll | $17.00 | Fines Herbs Mayonnaise, Celery, Jalapeño, Shaved Red Onion, Bibb Lettuce, Toasted Pullman Bun, Served with Shoestring Fries |
| Bocadillo di Tortilla | $13.00 | Potato, Onion and Spinach Frittata, Young Manchego, Smoked Paprika Aioli, Arugula, Grilled Sourdough, Served with Mixed Lettuces |
Larger Plates
| Alaskan Wild Cod | $18.00 | Little Neck Clams, Yukon Gold Potatoes, Celery, Blush Onion, Leeks, Pancetta, Thyme, Cream, White Wine |
| PEI Mussels and Fries | $15.00 | PA Sweet Onions, Whole Grain Mustard, Full Pint White Lightning, Cream, Parsley |
| Chilled Chicken Galantine | $14.00 | Served with Shoestring Fries and Mixed Lettuces Salad |
| Winter Vegetables Crepes | $16.00 | Brussels Sprouts, Mushrooms, Pumpkin, Kale, Leeks, Fried Sage, Bechamel, Raclette Cheese |
| Jamison Farm Lamb Pot Pie | $18.00 | Pulled Shoulder, Housemade Merguez Sausage, Roasted Cauliflower, Butternut and Fennel, Red Wine Lamb Jus |
For the Kids
| Pressed Sandwich | $6.00 | Banana, Peanut Butter, Honey on Pullman Bread, Fries |
| Le Hot Dog | $6.00 | Local Beef Hot Dog, Housemade Baguette, Fries |
| Assortment of Tea Sandwiches | $7.00 | Cucumber & Cream Cheese, Radish & Butter, Egg Salad Double Decker |
| Kids Shrimp Cocktail | $9.00 | Wild Gulf Shrimp, Oyster Crackers |
| Side of Seasonal Fruit | $4.00 |
Counter Culture Coffee
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Local Craft Beer on Tap
| East End Big Hop (5.8 ABV) | $7.00 | |
| Full Pint White Lightning (6.0 ABV) | $7.00 | |
| Great Lakes Seasonal Beer (9.0 ABV) | $9.00 | |
| Grist House Craft Brewery Seasonal (6.2 ABV) | $7.00 |
Barmy Soda Company Root Beer
| Barmy Soda Company Root Beer | $3.00 |
Cask Wines on Tap
| Prosecco, Moletto, NV Veneto, Italy |
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| Chardonnay, MacRostie, Sonoma Coast, California, 2014 |
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| Pinot Noir, Argyle, Williamette Valley, Oregon, 2014 |
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| Cotes du Rhone, Domaine de Garrigon, France, 2015 |
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Crafted Cocktails
| Prosecco Spritz | Moletto Prosecco, Aperol, Orange Bitters | |
| Autumn Rose | House Infused Rose Tea Vodka, Cartron Sureau Liqueur | |
| Sparkling Sunrise | Prosecco, Orange Juice, Aperol, Cotes du Rhone | |
| Hazelnut Torte | Bombay Gin, Fratello Hazelnut Liqueur, Catron Cacao | |
| The Cafe Carnegie Bloody Mary | Boyd & Blair Vodka with The Café Carnegie's Special Blend of Tomato Juice, Horseradish and Spices | |
| Spicy Pear | Old Overholt Rye Whiskey, Elation Nectar de Poire, Carton Gingembre | |
| Violette Pastille | Cartron Violette, Stolichnaya Vanilla Vodka, Anise |
Wine
| Brut Rosé Sparkling, Francois Montand, NV France |
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| Rosé, Domaine Gueissard, Provence, France, 2015 |
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| Pinot Grigio, Badissa, Veneto, Italy, 2016 |
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| Sauvignon Blanc, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Horse Heaven Hills, Washington, 2015 |
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| Tempranillo, 5 Messes, Monteabellon, Ribera del Duero, Spain, 2015 |
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| Gamay, Les Chardons, Loire, France, 2013 |
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| Chianti Classico, Lamole, I Fabbri, Tuscany, Italy, 2014 |
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| Cabernet Sauvignon, Fleur du Cap, South Africa, 2013 |
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