Wine Cellar

Wine Director Dominique DaCruz has been responsible for the overall direction and buying for the cellar since 1996. Unpretentiously passionate about wine, his philosophy is evident throughout the list: glad to be part of the new world wine industry while keeping a strong emphasis on old world wines.

Wine enthusiasts can spend hours reading the extended wine list, while the shorter current list offers great new releases and some classic offerings from the big book. Sierra Mar promotes excellent wines within a broad range of prices from producers whose wines may not be household names but are highly sought after within the industry. From well established, prestigious producers to great, lower profiled wine makers deserving of attention because of their passion and product, both wine lists reflect choices with respect to terroir and a more natural approach to winemaking.

Manager Wanda Straw and Dominique DaCruz share sommelier duties. Both agree the stature of the wine list gives them an opportunity to offer wines with very limited availability to most of the wine buying public. They are able to buy wine that may only be offered in a few other restaurants in California and with very little retail distribution. It's a great chance to educate, promote and have some fun when offering suggestions.

Sierra Mar has the fortunate distinction of being known for great cuisine and a world class wine cellar. Since its inception in 1992, the restaurant has received a vast amount of accolades, awards and recognition for the depth and uniqueness of the wine program.