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Bentley's offers a wine selection that evolves through our events and functions As with everything else at Bentley's value and variety are strong considerations. We strive to offer a representation of the major veriatals. And we always have an open mind as to the growth of our in house wines.

In the United States, wines are usually referred to by the type or variety of grape (varietal) grown to produce them. For example, you'll see the words "Pinot Noir" or "Chardonnay" written on the label. Many wines are a combination or "blend" of two or more grape varietals. Legally, the label only has to reveal the name of a single grape varietal if at least 75% of the wine is made from that one grape type. The other 25% of the wine can be made from one or more other grape varietals and those do not have to be listed. However, many US wine makers voluntarily list all grape varietals used in a wine blend on their label. Sometimes you will even see the percentages included.

In Europe, wines are generally named for the region (appellation) that a wine's grapes are grown in, not for the grape. Where a wine is grown, by whom it is grown, and the type of soil it is grown in are just as important as the type of wine grapes grown. However, this makes it difficult to tell which wine grape(s) are used in the production of that wine. As you begin to enjoy European wines, become familiar with the various wine growing regions and wine producers. You'll not only learn about the quality of that region and producer, you'll learn what type of grapes are grown there and used in the production of their wines.

The best red wine is one in which all these factors come together perfectly to make a beautifully balanced, delicious wine. Red wine grapes, like white wine grapes, are grown in several regions of the world. In the United States, red wine grapes are primarily grown in California, New York, Oregon and Washington. In Europe, the majority of red wine grapes will be found in the Beaujolais, Bordeaux, Bourgognes, Loire and Rhone regions of France. Red wine grapes are also grown in Argentina, Australia, Chile, Italy, and Spain. Most types of red wine grapes produce a more complex wine than white wines grapes. This is because red wine grapes stay on the vine longer due to their longer growing seasons in warmer climates. It's also because the skins of red wine grapes remain in contact with their juice, giving red wine its color, tannin and flavor.

Dinner Dinner Dishes Dinner Items at Bentley's are more than you would expect from a small local restaurant. High Quality Fresh Foods made with Flair.

Wine Dinners Events at Bentley's At Bentley's we are becoming well known for the quality and Value of our wine pairing dinners. We serve five courses of innovative high quality menu items. Each paired with wine that blossoms with combination of tastes. The events are casual, friendly and fun. Watch for our announcements as to when the dinners are scheduled.