ZOOFARI at the National Zoo!
Thursday, May 17th, 2012

Proof is a proud partner of the Zoo's annual fundraiser, ZooFari.
ZooFari has been called D.C.'s "foodie event of the year," and the lineup features more than 100 of the area's finest restaurants.
Add fine wines, fabulous entertainment, animal demonstrations, and a great silent auction,
all in the wild setting of the Smithsonian's National Zoo, and you have the recipe for a delicious evening.

Find out more at fonz.org/zoofari.htm

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Proof Patio and War of the Rosés!

Our 50-seat patio is now open for Spring and Summer dining!  

Patio seating is on a first come, first serve basis--if you have a reservation in the dining room and would like to sit outside, please feel free to note that in your reservation and we will certainly do our best to accommodate you. 

War of the Rosés is back as well--Be sure to take advantage of this $30/bottle special on the patio!  Featuring:

Pinot Noir, J. Mourat, Loire Valley, France, 2011

Cinsault Blend, Badenhorst, Swartland, S. Africa, 2011

Cabernet Blend, Commanderie de la Bargemone, Provence, France, 2010

Sangiovese, Castello di Ama, Tuscany, Italy, 2010

Malbec, Crios de Susana Balbo, Argentina, 2011

Monastrell, Castaño, Yecla, Spain, 2011

Tempranillo Blend, Ostatu, Rioja, Spain, 2011


Thank you!  Proof Staff


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Proof pops the cork on
Sine Qua Non Sundays and Marcassin Mondays

Proof will feature all Sine Qua Non (SQN) wines for 30% off their listed price on Sundays. SQN is a California cult winery that is as well known for its Rhone style blends as it is for its tendency to avoid repetition. Located in the Central Coast, the winery sources grapes from a wide variety of growers each year, thus never making the same wine twice. Winemaker Manfred Krankl’s unique style is matched by the distinctive names he bestows on each wine. During this promotion, guests at Proof will have the rare opportunity to enjoy SQN’s 2004 “Poker Face” for $455 (normally priced at $650) and the 2005 “The Petition” for $192 (normally priced at $275).

On Monday nights, Proof guests will enjoy Marcassin wines at the 30% discount. Made by revered Winemaker Helen Turley and her husband, Viticulturist John Wetlaufer, the duo produces approximately 3,000 cases of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir each year, with 80% of their wines sold to mailing list members exclusively. The remaining Marcassin wine is sold on the secondary market, where consumer demand has created some of the highest prices for any domestic Pinot Noir. Proof’s Monday night guests will enjoy cult favorites, such as the 2001 Three Sisters Chardonnay for $210 (normally priced at $300) and the 2002 Marcassin Pinot Noir for $385 (normally priced at $550).

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Happy Hour Specials

Proof offers daily rotating Happy Hour specials in the bar and lounge area
Monday - Friday from 5:30PM - 7:00PM.
Join us for $5 glasses of red and white wine, $8 classic cocktails and
discounted prices on selected beer and wine offerings.


Lunch Hours

Proof is closed for lunch on Mondays. We are open for lunch
Tuesday - Friday from 11:30AM - 2:00PM.
Our Lunch Crush special is available in the bar/lounge area only
during our lunch hours. We feature a choice of five entrees paired with a
glass of house red or white wine, soft drink, or iced tea for $12.