CHRISTOPHER POTTER & LEAH LIDSKY
Owner Christopher Potter is a certified Sommelier, who believes that wine is a lifestyle which should be enjoyed often and by everyone. His comrade in consumption, Leah Lidsky, has an extensive background in food and wine. Prior to coming on board at Nectar, she was a partner at luella, a long-time neighborhood favorite in Russian Hill. Her passion is fueled by self-taught knowledge and a commitment to all things bubbly.
Industry veterans, their past toils have included Boulevard, Fifth Floor and RN74 – just to name a few. In 2014, they joined forces to reinvigorate the Nectar experience with an educated palate and a smile. The result? Innovative food and wine pairings, signature flights, tantalizing wine descriptions and an upbeat yet casual atmosphere. Chris, Leah and their family of wine geeks are prepared to host a range of gatherings with a sense of humor and accommodating service.
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Our selections are predominantly from small producers and independently owned wineries. This is not to say our list doesn’t represent any mainstream labels. But we embrace the opportunity to showcase some spectacular juice that may otherwise be overlooked. Wine-making is constantly evolving and challenging peoples’ perception about wine. We are continually tasting and changing our list to share as many standouts as possible. Abandon preconceptions and open your mouth, taste buds and mind. Raise a glass with us – discover how vast the wine world is and the variation it has to offer.
Hungry? Kick it up a notch and complement your tasting with some edibles from our kitchen. We may not have studied at Le Cordon Bleu but we follow suit in utilizing fresh, sustainable and organic products. No microwaves here! Creative, approachable dishes are made to order and inspired by Mother Nature and her seasons. As we all know, food makes everything better.
Our perspective will hopefully provide some sass and whimsy in an often overly serious genre…
White Truffle Popcorn
chives
7
Bacon Wrapped Dates
arugula, cherry tomatoes
11
Marinated Olives
mediterranean herbs, citrus zest
7
Spiced Marcona Almonds
7
Mixed Lettuce Salad
baby & butter lettuces, stone fruit, persian cucumber manchego, slivered almonds champagne vinaigrette
15
Ahi Tartare
ginger, cilantro, jalapeño, sesame oil, soy vinaigrette wrapped in cucumber
18
Burrata
prosciutto, red radish, mint lemon olive oil
17
Butternut Squash Flatbread
mozzarella, bacon, spicy pepitas, arugula, agrumato
16
Smoked Salmon Flatbread
lemon crème fraiche, red onion capers, chives
19
Garden Flatbread
mozzarella, fontina, oven roasted tomatoes, red bell peppers, green beans, english peas, zucchini, corn
16
Veggie-rama
seasonal squash, carrots, radishes, turnips, balsamic reduction
11
Farro Salad
yellow beets, watermelon radish, carrots, goat cheese basil
13
Luscious Lentils
shiitake mushrooms, potatoes carrots, bacon, arugula, persian cucumber, feta
11
Grilled Cheese
house-made rosemary sourdough guacamole crispy prosciutto mozzarella & pickled vegetables
15
Truffled Mac’n’Cheese
gorgonzola, goat & parmigiano-reggiano cheeses, bacon, bread crumbs, black truffle oil
14
Baked Polenta
ragù of sautéed braising greens, mushrooms zucchini, bell peppers & tomatoes mozzarella parmigiano-reggiano
14
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Butterscotch Pot de Crème
fudge drizzled butterscotch, chocolate cookie crumbles
9
Banana Bread
vanilla ice cream, espresso-bourbon caramel crème anglaise
9
Lemon Cheesecake
mixed nut chocolate bark, raspberries, red wine syrup
9
Marinated Olives
mediterranean herbs, citrus zest
5
Black Truffle Popcorn
chives
5
Baked Polenta
ragù of sauteed braising greens, mushrooms
zucchini, bell peppers, tomatoes, parmigiano-reggiano
8
Smoked Salmon Flatbread
lemon crème fraiche
red onion, capers, chives
15
Garden Flatbread
mozzarella, fontina, oven roasted tomatoes zucchini, red bell peppers, green beans, english peas, corn
12
Truffled Mac’n’Cheese
gorgonzola, goat
parmigiano-reggiano cheeses
bacon, bread crumbs, black truffle oil
8
Tetilla
(galicia, spain)
Brillat Savarin
(normandy, france)
Blu di Caravaggio
(lombardy, italy)
Manchego
(la mancha, spain)
P’tit Basque
(basque, france)
Castelbelbo
(piedmont, italy)
truffle pecorino
(sardinia, italy)
Humboldt Fog
(arcata, california)
Midnight Moon
(arcata, california)
Hot Coppa
(molinari)
Soppressata
(molinari)
Saucisson a Champignon
(les trois)
Prosciutto
(parma)
Chorizo
(palacios)
Barolo Salami
(creminelli)
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 15TH 6-9 PM
We are partnering with Half Pint Cider Company for a tasting featuring 5 different producers paired with scrumptious fare! This will include ‘one-night-only’ retail pricing!
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Join us everyday from 5-7 pm, for our version of a ‘good time’. 30% off select wines and specials on nibbles.
Extend the weekend with a little Sunday-Funday! All by-the-glass bottles are 50% OFF all night. 5-9 pm
Extra! Extra! Wine for Sale!
Got Wine? So many soirees and not enough time. Make sure the cellar is stocked for all your festivities!
Feeling indecisive? Taste before you buy!
We are honored and excited to be featuring the work of Jessica Slaymaker. She currently resides in the East Bay where she crafts beautifully unique, vibrant artwork utilizing epoxy resin. All art is available for purchase.