Soft and fresh, this medium-dry fruity, flowering white hints of peaches and pears.
$32.00
Sauvignon Blanc Roditis, Estate Manolesaki, Drama Valley
This blend combines ripe stone-fruit elements of nectarine and peach with firm mineral notes and a hint of anise on the lingering finish. Slightly herbal, but speaks more of ripe fruit, making for a pleasant, medium-weight sipper.
$42.00
RED
Bottle
Plakota, Panayias Winery, Paphos Cyprus
Light-bodied dry red.
$32.00
Chateau Julia Merlot, Lazaridis, Drama
Luscious dry red with composite taste of small berries, and aromas of wild cherry and mulberry.
$41.00
Cava Amethystos, Cabernet Sauvignon, Lazaridis, Drama
Spicy and exciting bouquet, reminiscent of chocolate, coffee, raspberry and gooseberry, with strong tannins evoking a long finish.
$68.00
Wines from the Island of Cyprus
WHITE
Glass
Bottle
Domaine Nicolaides, Lemessos
Distinguished by the soft yellow hue and the unique aromas of exotic fruit and refreshing hint of peach.
$9.00
$32.00
Monte Royia Ayios Andronikos Chrysorroyiatissa, Monastery, Pafos
Delicate dry wine with yellow fruit overtone.
$32.00
Keo Saint Panteleimon, Lemessos
A medium sweet white wine that is an excellent aperitif or with appetizers.
$9.00
$34.00
Keo Aphrodite, Lemessos
Crisp dry wine with delicate aroma and smooth taste.
$34.00
RED
Glass
Bottle
Keo Othello, Lemessos
A medium bodied dry red wine. Ripe red fruit and berry aromas abound on the nose & palate.
$34.00
Domaine Nicolaides, Lemessos
Red dry wine mixture of European varieties, dominated by ripe red fruit aromas and spices.
$32.00
Kathikas Ayios Onoufrios, Pafos
Medium-bodied dry wine with vivid aroma and a fruity taste.
A ruby colored, mellow red wine with great intensity of flavor with hints of vanilla and cocoa.
$43.00
Keo Heritage, Lemessos
Full bodied wine deep red color, with a rich complex bouquet, given extra depth by its long Maturation in new oak cask.
$54.00
Greek White Wines
Glass
Bottle
Malamatina Retsina, Thessaloniki
Retsina derives its unique aroma and flavour from the addition of a small amount of pine resin.
$12.00
Kourtaki Retsina, Attica
Dry slightly piquant wine with pine aroma.
$6.00
$23.00
Kouros Patras, Peloponnese
MCrisp and elegant with pear-like fruitiness and a creamy texture.
$6.00
$23.00
Boutari Lac Des Roches, Attica
A pleasant and fruity wine. Its soft structure is brightened by a good acidity.
$26.00
Boutari Kretikos, Crete
A fresh wine with a pleasant taste and long aromatic aftertaste.
$7.00
$27.00
Boutari Santorini, Santorini
A fatty wine with a very good balance, full taste of figs and plums, and a long aromatic aftertaste
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$39.00
Skouras Chardonnay, Peloponnese
Pale yellow color with pine, apple & citrus aromas.
$9.00
$34.00
Sigalas Santorini, Santorini
Pale yellow color with pine, apple & citrus aromas.
$35.00
C. Lazaridis, Amethystos, Drama
Medium in weight, offers notes of herbs and green apples, and possesses a refreshing effervescence.
$36.00
Emery Athiri 2004, Rhodes
A light elegant wine of medium acidity, soft subtle finish and clean aftertaste.
$35.00
Megapanos Savatiano, Attica
A dry white wine produced from selected grapes the renowned grape variety of Mesoghea, Savatiano. The wine has a crystal clear color, a soft refreshing taste on the palate and a fine aroma.
$9.00
$35.00
Chateau Julia Chardonnay, Drama
Savory and well-balanced with pleasant acidity and a fruity aroma with discreet notes of pineapple, banana and lemons.
$36.00
Boutari Moschofilero, Mantinia
A well-balanced refreshing wine with intense flavor and a long aromatic aftertaste of orange blossom and grapefruit.
$10.00
$36.00
Tsantali Ayioritikos, Halkidiki
A wine from the holy mountain of Agios Oros. Big fruity dry white with a fabulous balance and a refreshing finish.
$36.00
Mantina Tselepos Moschofilero 2004, Peloponnese
Bone-dry and rich, fruity yet very fresh and lively.
$37.00
Estate Hatzimichalis Chardonnay, Atalanti Valley
This wine is partially matured in French oak barriques and then again in the bottle. It is pale gold in color with aromas of pears, apricots and nuts.
$40.00
Vatistas Assyrtiko 2002, Lakonia, Peloponnese
A dry wine from the native variety of Assyrtiko grown in the region of Monemvasia. Grape selection and meticulous vinification resulted to a distinctive, pleasant wine with fruity aromas and a rich mouthfeel.
$48.00
Blush
Glass
Bottle
Roditis
Dry rose wine with a pleasant taste.
$6.00
$22.00
Woodridge by Robert Mondavi, White Zinfadel, Lodi, California
Delicate and refreshing, has a rose hued color and aromas and flavors that burst with vibrant notes of ripe red apple and fresh strawberry.
$6.00
$23.00
Spiropoulos Meliasto (Organic)
A dry rose wine made from the Moschofilero grape with complex ripe fruit flavors and a medium finish.
$26.00
Skouras Zoe
Light-to-medium cranberry. Earthy tobacco and raspberry flavors. Pungent full of character and delightfully thirst-quenching.
$26.00
Greek Red Wines
Glass
Bottle
Kouros Nemea, Peloponnese
Elegant vintage dry red with a core of fresh berry and plum flavors.
$6.00
$23.00
Boutari Kretikos Red
A wine with balanced taste, smooth tannins, distinctive flavor and a lingering finish.
$7.00
$27.00
Boutari Nemea
Velvety taste, very good structure, round and fatty with flavors of chocolate, honey and dry nuts.
$29.00
Boutari Naousa, Thessaloniki
A balanced full-bodied wine with good acidity.
$9.00
$34.00
Nemea Skouras St. George, Peloponnese
Well balanced with great texture, abundant fruit and a long rich finish.
$9.00
$34.00
Nemea Haggipavlu Agiorgitiko, Peloponnese
Made from 100% Agiorgitiko and aged for one year in French oak barrels. A ripe, opulent style, smooth texture with great depth, nice ruby color, unique leather, smoked green pepper aromas. Tannins are fine-grained and integrated.
$36.00
C. Lazaridis, Amethystos, Drama
Aromas and flavors of blueberry, blackberry and black currant, joined by a hint of mint.
$40.00
Vatistas Cabernet/Agiorgitiko, Peloponnese
A blend of the native Aghiorgitiko 50% with Cabernet Sauvignon 50%. It has a deep ruby color and balanced aromatic tones of vanilla and spice.
$10.00
$39.00
Averoff Katoyi 2003, Metsovo, Epirus
A complex red wine with deep attractive highlights. A distinctive bouquet arises from a balanced blend of the various fragrances combined with oak. A soft fullness accompanies the rich aromatic qualities.
$39.00
Estate Hatzimichalis, Cabernet Sauvignon, Atalanti Valley
A full-bodied dry wine that is aged in French oak barrels. It is garnet in color with a complex and aromatic bouquet.
$44.00
Estate Hatzimichalis, Syrah, Atalanti Valley
Medium intensity of cherry, sour cherry, jam as well as subtle hints of olives and white pepper. Medium bodied with youthful, medium ripe tannins. Medium to long spicy finish.
$45.00
Boutari Merlot-Xinomavros, Macedonia
Full-bodied, intense complex aroma of plum, marmalade of red fruits, berry, cinnamon and fine oak.
$45.00
Boutari Grande Reserve Naousa, Thessaloniki
Full-bodied and balanced with intense flavors offering a long aftertaste of cinnamon and dry nuts.
$45.00
Skouras Megas Oenos, Peloponnese
Deep purple Cherries and suave smokiness. Rich on the palate with a long luscious flavor.
$49.00
Domaine Hatzimichalis Merlot, Atalanti Valley
Bottled in dark long neck bottles to protect and conserve the wine. Vibrant deep red color with spice and vanilla aromas.
$65.00
International & Domestic Wines
White
Glass
Bottle
Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling, Washington
Characters of juicy peach, ripe pear, melon with subtle mineral notes.
$7.00
$27.00
Hogue Riesling, Washington
Aromas and flavors of dried apricot, tangerine, and powdered sugar with a hint of cocoa and mint on the finish. The wine has excellent sugar to acid balance.
$28.00
Simi Chardonnay, Sonoma California
Excellent balance, luscious fruit flavors and a long, elegant finish.
$30.00
King Estate Pinot Gris, Oregon
Aromas of tropical fruit, tangerine, floral perfume, and magnolia blossom are accented by hints of vanilla.
$39.00
Santa Margarita Pinot Grigio, Italy
Elegant, delicate and fruity with a clean flinty quality on the palate and an especially fragrant bouquet.
$49.00
Brancott Marlborough Savignon Blanc, New Zealand
A well-balanced wine showing the lively, crisp acidity associated with this style.
$8.00
$28.00
White
Glass
Bottle
Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling, Washington
Characters of juicy peach, ripe pear, melon with subtle mineral notes.
$7.00
$27.00
Hogue Riesling, Washington
Aromas and flavors of dried apricot, tangerine, and powdered sugar with a hint of cocoa and mint on the finish. The wine has excellent sugar to acid balance.
$28.00
Simi Chardonnay, Sonoma California
Excellent balance, luscious fruit flavors and a long, elegant finish.
$30.00
King Estate Pinot Gris, Oregon
Aromas of tropical fruit, tangerine, floral perfume, and magnolia blossom are accented by hints of vanilla.
$39.00
Santa Margarita Pinot Grigio, Italy
Elegant, delicate and fruity with a clean flinty quality on the palate and an especially fragrant bouquet.
$49.00
Brancott Marlborough Savignon Blanc, New Zealand
A well-balanced wine showing the lively, crisp acidity associated with this style.
$8.00
$28.00
Red
Glass
Bottle
Glass Mountain Merlot, California
Forward cherry and cassis fruit with spicy complexity and a lengthy finish.
$25.00
Robert Mondavi Pinot Noir, California
Red cherry notes intertwine with nuances of earth, violet, cola berry and black anise. A delicious sweetness of fruit shows mid-palate, with length on the finish.
$28.00
Gnarly Head Zinfandel
Aromas of spicy cloves, red berries and cigar box, Delivers big, round, rich flavors of juicy dark berries, ripe plums, wild raspberries and hints of vanilla, mocha and pepper.
$8.00
$28.00
Rosemount Diamond Shiraz, Australia
Full bodied rich reds with a classic spicy finish.
$32.00
Dynamite Cabernet Sauvignon, California
Displays aromas of cedar, ripe currents, spice, and leather with a soft, silky finish and a lingering aftertaste.
$35.00
Ruffino Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale Tan Label, Italy
Aromas of raisins, cloves and sage. Full to medium-bodied, with firm tannins and a long, fruity aftertaste.
$50.00
Rutherford Hill Merlot, California
A straightforward precise merlot with blackberry and black cherry flavor.
$50.00
King Estate Pinot Noir, Oregon
Round, rich, and silky. Blueberry notes co-mingle with raspberry-strawberry fruit and hints of dark plum. A hint of cocoa-vanilla is complemented with cedar and oak spice.
$54.00
Reserve Wines
Bottle
Alpha Estate, Xinomavro, Greece
Deep, brooding scents of blackberry, leather, pepper, clove, and even a vague floral note. It's not a powerful nose, but quite compelling.
$75.00
Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley
Well balanced and elegant, richly textured with layers of blackberry, cherry and cassis fruit that is enhanced by soft tannins and a judicious use of oak.
$85.00
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, Cabernet Sauvignon
$95.00
Opus One
Shows aromas of dried strawberry, vanilla bean and mocha with flavors of cassis, black cherry, plum and espresso. Offering a lean, vibrant entry with profound mid-palate density, the wine finishes with bittersweet chocolate and a hint of smoke.
$295.00
Sparkling Wines and Champagnes
Freixenet Cordon Negro Bruit, Spain
$8.00
Korbel Brut, California
$33.00
Moet & Chandon White Star, France
$75.00
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, France
$100.00
Dom Perignon Vintage199, France
$275.00
House Wines
Greek White
$7.00
Greek Red
$7.00
Domestic Chardonnay
$6.00
Domestic Cabernet
$6.00
Domestic Merlot
$6.00
Pinot Grigio
$6.00
Riesling
$6.00
Beers Domestic
MGD
$3.50
Miller Lite
$3.50
Budweiser
$3.50
Bud Light
$3.50
Coors Light
$3.50
Beers Imported
Heineken
$4.00
Heineken Light
$4.00
Amstel Light
$4.00
Corona
$4.00
Becks
$4.50
Becks Dark
$4.50
Guiness
$5.50
Carlsberg
$4.50
Keo, Cyprus
$5.50
Mythos, Greece
$4.50
Stella Artois
$4.50
Martinis $ 10
Goddess of Love
Venus Love Passion, Dekuyper Triple Sec, touch of grenadine and cranberry.
Apple
Absolut Vodka, Dekuyper Triple Sec, Dekuyper Apple Pucker, and a touch of sweet and sour. Topped off with a maraschino cherry.
Black
Stolichnaya Vodka and Chambord, with a twist.
Cosmopolitan
Grey Goose Le Orange, Dekuyper Triple Sec, lime juice, and a splash of cranberry juice with a twist.
Dirty
Bombay Sapphire Gin or Belvedere Vodka, olive juice and 3 olives.
Caribbean Sunset
Malibu Rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, with a touch of Grenadine, topped with a maraschino cherry.
French
Absolut Vanilla Vodka, Chambord, Dekuyper Triple Sec, with a hint of pineapple juice. Rimmed with a twist.
Grecian Peach
Vox Vodka, Dekuyper Peach Schnapps, Dekuyper Blue Curacao. Topped with a Maraschino Cherry.
Chocolate
Stolichnaya Vodka, Godiva Liquor, Bialeys Irish Crème. Topped with a Maraschino Cherry.
Red Bull Martini
Stoli Razberi Vodka, splash of cranberry, splash of sour. Topped with Red Bull.
Lemon Drop
Absolut Citron Vodka, Dekuyper Triple Sec, splash of sweet and sour in a sugar rimmed glass, topped with a maraschino cherry.
Amaretto Dream
Disaronno, Dekuyper Orange Curacao, touch of sweet and sour, with a splash of Grenadine, topped with a maraschino cherry.
Mojito
Bacardi, lime, sugar, fresh mint leaves, topped with a splash of soda.
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Venus Greek-Cypriot Cuisine
820 W. Jackson
Chicago, IL 60607
Tel (312) 714-1001
Fax (312) 575-0549
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