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Our Food-Friendly Wines and Craft Spirits

Each bottle on our carefully curated wine list is chosen for its character, balance, and perfect pairing potential. As an independent, woman-owned business, The Chopping Block supports artisanal and family-owned wineries with limited production.

Wines are organized from light to rich, dry to sweet.

Please note our selections are subject to change due in fluctuations in availability. 

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Sparkling

Prosecco Superiore, Adami, "Bosco di Gica"

2020, Valdobiadenne, Italy | $26.00

This Italian sparkler is a world-favorite for delicate, dry, and refreshing flavors, perfect to pair with international antipasti and light dishes. Guaranteed to add festivity to any occasion. 

Sparkling

Cava "Ars Collecta" Rosé, Codorniu

NV, Spain | $25.00

Dry, firm, and flavorful with mineral complexity, this Rosé blend of Pinot Noir, Xarelo, and Trepat grapes enhances a wide range of dishes, from rich tapas all the way to meats.

Sparkling

Brachetto d'Acqui DOCG, Marenco "Pineto"

2023, Piedmont, Italy | $30.00

Can one wine complement foods ranging from waffles at breakfast, Asian Pad Thai for lunch, dinner of barbequed ribs and Italian ice for dessert? If it’s Brachetto it can! This traditional Italian bubbly is pretty in pink, with sweet berry flavors and less than 6% alcohol, the original rosè all day, for drinkin’ not for thinkin’.

Sparkling

Moscato d'Asti, Saracco

2020/2021, Piedmont, Italy | $21.00

Soft and round with heavenly sweetness and luscious finish, this Italian bubbly is crafted to complement all dolce – from apple pie to zabaglione – as well as rich cheeses, and sweet moments.

White and Rosé

Mencia Rosado, Liquid Geography

2021, Bierzo, Spain | $23.00

Flavors of strawberry, red currant and white pepper combine in this dry rosé, with dynamic acidity for a satisfying cocktail and complement to a wide range of dishes, from appetizers to lighter entrées. Proceeds are donated to World Kitchen. 

White and Rosé

Rosé, Triennes

2021, Provence, France | $26.00

From the epicenter of dry rosé, this vivacious pink is a natural for cocktails, to complement lighter cuisine or just to chill (your mood, as well as the wine). Easy complexity paired with elegance consistently ranks Triennes among the world's finest and favorite rosés.

White and Rosé

Albarino, Bodegas Lagar de Besada

2023, Galicia, Spain | $30.00

Shimmering appearance, dry with lemon and lemongrass flavors and endless finish, this Spanish specialty makes a vibrant cocktail and partner to a wide range of veggie, poultry and seafood dishes. 

White and Rosé

Pinot Grigio, Bozen

2023, Alto Adige, Italy | $30.00

Light, dry and satisfying with pear, apple and nut flavors with lemony acidity, for America’s favorite aperitivo and complement to light dishes, including seafood and salads. 

White and Rosé

Riesling, Schloss Gobelsburg "Gobelsburger"

2021, Kamptal, Austria | $31.50

Dry but lush with nectarine flavor intertwined with mineral complexity and refreshing finish, this Austrian beauty satisfies a wide range of cuisine, including most appetizers, spice cuisine, fried dishes, seafood (including sushi), veggies and poultry. 

White and Rosé

Pinot Blanc, Domaine Emile Beyer "Tradition"

2020/2021, Alsace, France | $28.00

Inviting aromas of white flowers with just-ripe pear and apple flavors and bright acidity, to pair with the widest range of lighter cuisine including appetizers, seafood, softly spicy dishes, poultry and the lightest meats. 

White and Rosé

Macon Blanc, Thevenet et Fils "Pierreclos"

2020/2021, Burgundy, France | $32.00

100% Chardonnay, from this grape’s homeland. Dynamic and dry, with green apple and mineral flavors for a classic cocktail and enhancement to lighter seafood, poultry and many recipes involving butter. 

White and Rosé

Chardonnay "La Revanche" J. C. Somers Vintner

2020/2021, Willamette Valley, Oregon | $39.00

Native Oregonian Jay Somers is a 30-year winemaker, devoted to his band (Portland Cement), his dogs (German Shepherds) and to the expression of Willamette Valley's terroir in elegant wine. With the mineral-driven Chardonnay of Chablis, France as a beacon, "La Revanche" is firm, complex and focused. Serve as a rich cocktail and complement to seafood, poulty and vegetable dishes, especially prepared with butter.

White and Rosé

Riesling "Wren Song" Wyncroft

2022, Lake Michigan Shore, Michigan | $38.00

Bone-dry and statuesque, "Wren Song" offers the lean fruit, bracing acidity and mineral complexity of classic Old World Rieslings. Winemaker James Lester grows 4 clones in his mineral-rich vineyard for complexity and age-ability. Add this bright acidity to seafood and rich dishes such as fondue.

White and Rosé

Sancerre, Sager & Verdier

2023, Loire Valley, France | $42.50

100% Sauvignon Blanc that was a classic centuries before New Zealand!  Grown in northern France's cool climate and chalky soil for bone-dry flavors of citrus, fresh herbs, mineral accents and long finish to complement dishes with herbs, vegetables, olive oil and goat’s milk cheese. The Chicago-based Sager family has introduced international family-owned wineries to the U.S. for generations.

White and Rosé

Sauvignon Blanc "Leyda Valley", Boya

2021, Aconcagua, Chile | $28.00

Vibrant, dry, and direct flavors of passionfruit and fresh herbs with lime-like acidity.  A dynamic cocktail and complement to dishes prepared with herbs or citrus, including seafood, veggie cuisine and even meat.

White and Rosé

Chardonnay, Raeburn

2022, Sonoma County, California | $25.00

Layers of tree fruit, brown spice and vanilla flavors, grown in California’s prime Chardonnay region. Serve as a satisfying cocktail and complement to rich appetizers and seafood, vegetables and even meats, especially prepared with butter. 

White and Rosé

Chardonnay “Reserve”, Barra

2023 Mendocino, California | $34.00

Rich, round pear and baked apple flavors with oaky accents and rich finish.  Serve to complement rich, buttery dishes or grilled items, including seafood, vegetables and meats prepared with butter.

White and Rosé

Vouvray Demi-Sec, Jean-Michel Gautier

2019, Loire Valley, France | $32.00

Not too dry, not too sweet, but just right flavors of ripe tree fruit with a sprinkle of sweetness, balanced by refreshing acidity.  Serve this French classic as an easy aperitif and to complement cured & lighter meats, sweeter seafood (such as scallops, crab or shrimp) and sushi, egg dishes and delicately spicy cuisine.

White and Rosé

Riesling Spatlese, Huff

2020/2021, Rheinhessen, Germany | $30.00

A classic Riesling, “late picked” for juicy peach flavor, mineral accents and refreshing tartness for a sweeter cocktail and complement to foods prepared with fruit, spice and/ or smoke. Delicious with all cheese, especially blue!

Red

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Barone Carnacchia "Casanova"

2019, Abruzzo, Italy | $26.00

Plump and luscious with cherry, herb and currant complexity and velvety tannin. Serve as a rich cocktail and complement to flavory dishes including meaty pasta, rich poultry and the heartiest vegetarian fare. 

Red

Red Blend, Mary Taylor, Valencay, "Sophie Siadou"

2021, Loire, France | $28.00

Pinot Noir, Gamay and Malbec grapes combine in this dry red with firm, appealing tannin. Serve as a rich aperitif and complement to rich appetizers, seafood and veggie dishes and lighter meats. 

Red

Les Baux de Provence Rouge, Mas de Gourgonnier

2020/2022, Provence, France | $28.00

A customer favorite returns! This sip-able (and chillable!) red offers spicy berry flavor, with black pepper and Provence's regional "garrigues" (wild herb) accents. Serve as a rich cocktail and complement to meats (from burgers to light steak), poultry, vegetarian cuisine and rich ethnic dishes. 

Red

Pinot Noir, Planet Oregon

2023, Willamette Valley, Oregon | $30.00

Silky texture and ripe berry flavors with a hint of spice in this medium-bodied, vibrant wine make for a red wine cocktail (try it with a delicate chill), rich appetizers and seafood, Asian cuisine and light red meats. One-percent of sales are donated to the Oregon Environmental Council.

Red

Cabernet Franc, Wyncroft "Marland"

2024, Lake Michigan Shore, Michigan | $31.00

A juicy red with flavors of spiced red fruits, herbs and black pepper, with a bright, refreshing finish. While not as famous as it’s off-spring Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc is the sire of Family Cabernet. Rich in flavor but light in body to serve as a rich cocktail and complement to grilled poultry, grilled veggies and light meats including charcuterie and pate.

Red

Garnacha, Ludovicus

2020, Terra Alta, Spain | $27.00

Juicy berry fruit with oaky accents and pleasing tannin.  Due to high elevation and limestone soil, Terra Alta Garnacha is considered Spain’s finest.  Serve this chewy, medium-bodied red with meats, rich poultry and seafood and the richest tapas.

Red

Pinot Noir, "La Petite Grace", Diora

2019, Monterey, California | $24.00

Plush flavors of ripe berries with hints of baking spice, this Pinot borrows from tradition with a dash of Grenache for increased concentration and length.  Serve as a warming cocktail, to enrich seafood, poultry, veggie dishes and lighter meats. 

Red

Rioja Reserva, La Antigua Clasico

2015, Rioja, Spain | $44.00

An opportunity to experience a fully developed red, reserved in barrel and bottle for complex plum, pepper and meat flavors and firm tannin. Serve with meats, rich vegetables and poultry. 

Red

Cabernet Sauvignon, Requiem

2022, Columbia Valley, Washington | $27.50

Substantial, ripe, complex flavors of blackberry, currant, and tobacco leaf, outlined by firm tannin. For meat, the richest poultry and vegetarian dishes. 

Red

Malbec, Familia Bonfanti

2019/2020, Mendoza, Argentina | $34.00

Inky red-purple with dynamic flavors of pepper, extra-ripe fruit and leather with a concentrated, plush texture. All wines from this family-owned vineyard are produced by hand, from harvest to bottling. Serve with red meats, especially when prepared, seasoned or sauced with red fruit or pepper.

Red

Malbec Cahors, Chateau du Caillau

2020, Cahors, France | $21.00

Bursting with blackberry-spice-herb flavors and pleasingly peppery finish.  For fans of Argentine Malbec, try this earthy, firm original from France.  An exciting complement to roasted, grilled and smoked meats and game birds, and the richest vegetarian dishes.

Red

Carmenere, Casa Silva

2021, Central Valley, Chile | $22.00

The “lost grape of Bordeaux” emerged as Chile’s plump and chewy signature red, with ripe fruit flavors accented by meat and smoke. A natural for red meats and all grills and roasts. 

Red

Chinon, Dom. De Pallus "Messanges"

2020, Loire, France | $30.00

Herbs and ripe berries accented by pleasing tannin make this medium-bodied red a satisfying complement to rich appetizers, poultry, vegetables and lighter meats. It's made from 100% Cabernet Franc, currently the rising grape in the wine world, including Napa Valley!

Red

Margaux Cru Bourgeois Supèrieur, Chateau Mongravey

2020, Bordeaux, France | $52.00

Classic aromas of dark berries, graphite and cedar introduce a juicy palate of style and elegance with supple entry evolving to firm, sleek tannins.  Perfect for meats, rich poultry and the richest vegetarian dishes.

Red

Chianti Classico, Badia a Coltibuono

2019, Tuscany, Italy | $34.00

Beguiling aromas of violets and berries introduce silky but firm tannin and plush flavors of ripe berries, meat and spice.  While supple, the wine is classically served with richer meats and grilled vegetables.

Red

"Sweet Red", Castello Del Poggio

NV, Italy | $20.00

“Sweet Red” almost says it all, but leaves out the wine’s easy-to-enjoy complexity of sweet berries and cherries and long, smooth finish. Serve as a chilled, red cocktail and to complement spicy and/or grilled meats, poultry and veggies and blue cheese.

Reserve

Grand Cru Brut Blanc de Blancs, Champagne Pierre Moncuit-Delos

NV, Champagne, France | $82.00

Rich, round and creamy, 100% Chardonnay matured on lees to express toasted brioche with evocative hints of truffle. A classic aperitif and elegant complement to dishes from appetizers to entrées. *Female winemaker

Reserve

Cuvee Rosé, Grand Cru, Champagne R.H. Coutier

NV, Champagne, France | $72.00

A sumptuous Champagne with power and finesse, blended of Chardonnay and an ample dose of Pinot Noir. For five generations, the Coutier family has farmed Champagne's finest vineyards (Grand Cru, rated 100%), with conversion to organic farming beginning in 2019. Dry, complex and classy, this is a meal-time bubbly for the richest vegetables, seafood and poultry, as well as red meats.  

Reserve

Chassagne-Montrachet, Jean-Marc Pillot

2021, Burgundy, France | $125.00

A classic beauty, balancing mouth-filling white fruit with powerful mineral complexity and long, elegant finish. Pour the wine early to allow its length and breed to develop in the glass. Grown in France’s Cote d’Or (Golden Slope), one of the wine world’s most prestigious regions, this 100% Chardonnay enhances buttery dishes including seafoods (especially grilled), poultry mushrooms and lighter meats.

Reserve

Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, Ca' del Monte

2015, Veneto, Italy | $72.95

Complex flavors of leather and herbs with dark chocolate accents. Produced from raisined grapes, the wine is dense, bold and savory, but also plush on the palate from maturation in oak. A favorite of meat-lovers, this rich red also complements the richest vegetarian dishes such as grilled mushrooms. 

Reserve

Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Saintes Pierres de Nalys by E. Guigal

2019, Rhone Valley, France | $89.00

Expansive flavors of ripe berries with black pepper and smoky accents. This south-of-France blend including Grenache, Syrah and Mouvedre is matured in stainless steel (not wood), for sturdy structure but plush tannin, a classic accompaniment to grilled and roasted vegetables, rich poultry and meats.  

Fortified and Dessert Wine

Vermouth Tinto, Mata

NV, Spain | $30.00

Over ice as a cocktail, this hand-crafted Vermouth offers flavors of ripe berries, exotic spice and woodsy complexity.

Fortified and Dessert Wine

Vermouth Blanco, Mata

NV, Spain | $24.00

An artisanal Vermouth, to serve on its own or in your fine cocktails.

Fortified and Dessert Wine

Cream Oloroso Sherry, Bodegas Valdespino, "Isabela"

NV, Jerez de la Frontera, Spain | $30.00

For dessert and sweet memories, with complex flavors of dried fruit and brown spice. Serve room temperature, chilled or over ice! 

Fortified and Dessert Wine

Port, "Noval Black", Quinta do Noval

NV, Duoro Valley, Portugal | $27.00

Chocolate, berries and spice in a bottle! Enjoy this Port - one of the world's great fortified wines - with chocolate or fruit dessert, or as a dessert in itself!

Fortified and Dessert Wine

Tannat, Pablo Fallbrino "Alcyone Dessert Wine"

NV, Uruguay | $48.00 (500ml bottle)

Dripping with flavors of creamy caramel and chocolate. Grapes are soaked in a family recipe of herbs and dried fruits, fortified with brandy, then rested for 12 months in French oak. Serve with desserts, as a dessert in itself, and for the sweetest occasions.

Beer and Cider

Krombacher Pilsner

Germany | $6.00

Krombacher Pils is Germany's best-selling Pilsner with a 4.8% ABV, known for its distinctive, finely bitter taste, full-flavored aroma, and crisp finish, balanced with light malt and noble hops.

Beer and Cider

Two Brothers Prairie Path Golden Ale

Warrenville, IL | $6.00

Prairie Path Ale is a gluten-free Belgian-style golden ale brewed in the Western suburbs of Chicago. It is a full flavored, slightly bitter, clean and refreshing ale. The Belgian malts along with the Saaz and Goldings hops give this beer great drinkability.

Beer and Cider

Lagunitas IPA

Chicago, IL | $6.00

Lagunitas IPA is a well-rounded, classic West Coast-style India Pale Ale characterized by its balance of hop-forward aroma and flavor with a slightly sweet, caramel malt backbone. It features prominent citrus, piney, and floral hop notes, with a medium body, good carbonation, and a bitter but balanced finish that makes it highly drinkable.

Beer and Cider

Weihenstephaner Weissbeir

Bavaria, Germany | $7.00

Weihenstephaner Hefe-Weissbier is a golden-yellow, hazy, German wheat beer from the world's oldest brewery, known for its refreshing taste featuring prominent banana and clove notes, a soft, fluffy mouthfeel, and a smooth texture.

Beer and Cider

Right Bee Cider Dry Hard Cider

Chicago, IL | $7.00

Right Bee Cider's Dry Hard Apple cider was conceived by its co-founders to be as pure as possible. It's just fermented apples. No back sweetening, no additives - just pure hard apple cider.

Beer and Cider

Bells Kalamazoo Stout

Kalamazoo, MI | $8.00

Bell's Kalamazoo Stout is a classic, full-bodied American Stout with a 6% ABV, featuring a smooth texture with flavors of dark chocolate, freshly roasted coffee, and a hint of brewer's licorice, balanced by a significant hop presence and earthy notes.

Sake

Sake, Kitaya

Yame region, Japan | $13.50

Kitaya sake is known for its use of high-quality rice and water from the Yabe River. The sake is praised for its balance, with descriptions highlighting crisp, fresh profiles featuring floral notes of honeysuckle or orange blossom, fruit flavors like apricot, peach, or melon, and often a subtle rice-forward character with a lingering, clean finish.

Non-Alcoholic

Proxies Crisp White NA

Canada | $35.00

Crisp, zesty, and refreshing. Lychee, white flowers, and spicy ginger flash over a palate of ripe peach, bright citrus, and zippy Niagara verjus. 

Non-Alcoholic

Proxies Big Red NA

Canada | $35.00

The non-alcoholic red you've been waiting for. Rich blackberry and cherry accented by black pepper and a hint of Grandpa’s cigar box. Deep, dark, and dry with a fresh herbaceous finish. 

Non-Alcoholic

N/A Lagunitas IPA

Chicago, IL | $6.00

Lagunitas IPNA is a non-alcoholic India Pale Ale that features a bold, hop-forward flavor profile with notes of pine, citrus, and herbal tea, achieved through a massive dry-hop process. It offers a full-bodied experience with an orange hue and a smooth backbone from English crystal malts, providing a satisfying alternative for those looking to "drink without drinking." 

Non-Alcoholic

Soda (Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite)

$2.00

 

Non-Alcoholic

San Pellegrino Sparkling Water

Lombardy, Italy | $3.00

 

Non-Alcoholic

Coffee/Tea

$5.00

 

Mom Water

Indianapolis, IN | $8.00

Mom Water is fruit-infused vodka water with no carbonation, zero sugar, gluten-free, and only 90 calories per can. Choose from these flavors: Strawberry Kiwi, Pineapple Orange, Blackberry Lime, Apple Melon, Lemon Blueberry, Blueberry Peach. 

TCB Cocktail

$10.00

A delicious, house-made cocktail served in a rocks glass. Ask what we are serving today! 

Skeptic Vodka

Melrose Park, Illinois | $32.95

This vodka, made from Midwestern corn and cold vacuum distilled, has delicate flavors and is impossibly smooth. It's also naturally gluten-free. 

Citadelle Gin

Cognac, France | $56.95

Made of 19 aromatics distilled in copper stills over oven flames, this French gin has aromas of fresh flowers highlighted by citric scents. 

Tullibardine, Single Malt Scotch

Perth & Kinross, Scotland | $51.00

The name in Gaelic means "Lookout Hill." This lovely balanced whisky exhibits barley, pear drops and creamy chocolate notes which develop on the palate with a lingering finish. 

Bull Run Bourbon

Portland, Oregon | $68.95

High rye content and at least four years barrel aging add an intense layer of spice to this rich, well-rounded bourbon. Hints of cinnamon, allspice and vanilla meld with brown sugar and caramel to balance out the sweet, spicy notes. 

Journeyman Last Feather Rye

Three Oaks, Michigan | $51.95

This rye has notes of banana bread, fresh fruits and a pleasant burn on the back palate that is highlighted by cinnamon, clove and black pepper. There are also notes of sweet oak, vanilla, and caramel. 

Limestone Farms Bloodlines Kentucky Bourbon

Georgetown, Kentucky | $45.00

A true testament to bourbon craftmanship, this six-year-aged bourbon whisky in charred white oak barrels delivers a delightful array of flavors. At 92 proof, it strikes a perfect balance, appealing to both connoisseurs and newcomers. It is full and rich in the mouth, with candied melon and warm biscuit. Only 1,500 bottles per batch!

Plantation 3 Star Rum

Barbados | $40.00

Plantation 3 Stars is a tribute to the historic rums produced in the Caribbean. With a suave blend of the terroirs: Barbados, Jamaica and Trinidad, it delivers richness and a balanced palate. 

Plantation Rum, Xaymaca

Jamaica | $46.00

A Special Dry Rum, it revives the quintessential Jamaican-style, 100% pot still rum with aromas of black banana and flambeed pineapple.  

1921 Tequila Reposado

Jalisco, Mexico | $69.95

This smooth, spicy tequila has a floral vanilla spicy agave citrus taste and a long-lasting fruit aftertaste.  

Inspiro Tequila Luna Blanco

Jalisco, Mexico | $66.00

Inspiro Luna Blanco is meticulously crafted from only the finest 100% Blue Weber Agave and then rested in American oak barrels for a lunar quarter to create a uniquely smooth tequila that will elevate your cocktail or is delicious simply sipped on its own. 

Inspiro Tequila Rosa Reposado

Jalisco, Mexico | $93.00

The women-owned distillery starts with their meticulously handcrafted blanco tequila, and ages it in the finest rosé wine barrels from France. 

Journeyman OCG ("Old Country Goodness")

Three Oaks, Michigan | $19.95

Made using organic Michigan apple cider, apple juice and spices that are fortified with Journeyman's signature un-aged rye whiskey. 

Maxico Mistico Licor Llevame Lejos

Mexico | $40.00

Meaning "Take me far", this Mexican liqueur is infused with the vibrant flavors of ginger, turmeric, and an array of spices.  This smooth and highly flavorsome concoction unfolds with a muted sweetness, giving way to a spicy, dry palate. Enjoy as a sipper on its own. 

Maxico Mistico Licor Corta Espantos

Mexico | $50.00

Rooted in the old world, this liqueur is crafted through prolonged infusions, herb isolation, and ingredient extractions. Savor the brilliance of a Mexican Wormwood and Habanero Coffee Liqueur - flavorsome and sweet with rich coffee notes, ending in a spicy, bitter kick from herbs and chili. Perfect for a pick-me-up or crafting cocktails!

Maxico Mistico Licor De Ven A Mi Hibiscus

Mexico | $47.50

Embark on a journey with a fresh and sweetly floral aperitif from Mexico, expertly crafted with an infusion of ancient Mexican love herbs, hibiscus, and elderberry. This libation means "come to me" and offers a palate experience that mirrors the complexities of relationships – floral and bittersweet. Ideal for sipping on the rocks, it also lends itself beautifully to spritzes or cocktails, adding a touch of romance to every moment.

Luxardo, Red Bitter

Veneto, Italy | $28.00

A pleasant aperitif obtained from the infusion of several fruits and herbs such as sweet oranges, bitter oranges, rhubarb, marjoram and thyme. Try this over ice with a splash of club soda. 

Luxardo, Bianco Bitter

Veneto, Italy | $28.00

This bitter shares the same infusions of bitter herbs, aromatic plants and citrus fruits with Luxardo Red. Before the blending process, the distillation turns the color transparent and slightly changes the flavor profile. An infusion of Roman Absinth is added at the end to enhance the bitter taste, giving the ivory color. Enjoy it neat or over ice or switch up classic cocktails such as Negroni or Paloma.