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Wine is typically a fermented grape-based alcoholic beverage. The sugar in the grapes is consumed by yeast, which then breaks it down into ethanol and carbon dioxide while also producing heat.

Different kinds of wine are mostly influenced by various yeast strains and grape varieties. These variations are the result of intricate interactions between the biological growth of the grape, the fermentation reactions, the terroir (growing region) of the grape, and the wine-making process.

Legal appellations are established in many nations to specify wine styles and quality. These often place limitations on the allowable grape types, geographical origin, and other characteristics of wine production.

Since ancient times, wine has been made. The Caucasus region in what is now Georgia (6000 BCE), Persia (5000 BCE), Italy, and Armenia (4000 BCE) has the earliest wine artefacts.

While there are some similarities between New World wine and alcoholic beverages manufactured by native Americans, these connections relate mostly to later Spanish practises in New Spain.

Later, as viticulture methods for Old World wine advanced, Europe would have three of the greatest wine-producing regions. Today, Italy, Spain, France, the United States, and China are the five nations with the largest wine-producing regions.

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White 13.5

Whakapapa Farm Sauvignon Blanc 2023 75cl | Great Wines Direct

Whakapapa Farm Sauvignon Blanc 2023 75cl £11.22

Overflowing with pink grapefruit cordial, gooseberry fool and tropical fruit salad - all the reasons that NZ Sauvignon Blanc has made such a splash in the world of wine

Red 14

Longue Roche Merlot IGP Pays d'Oc 2023 75cl | Great Wines Direct

Longue Roche Merlot IGP Pays d'Oc 2024 75cl £8.75

Soft and elegant with ripe damson fruit character, subtle tannin and a long elegant finish

Red 8

Brown Brothers, Victoria, Cienna 2023 75cl £12.94

A light bodied red wine with vibrant aromas of summer berries and a hint of spice With fruit sweetness on the palate, it is rich and juicy with a refreshing finish

Red 12.5

Collavini 'Pucino', Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso 2023 75cl £18.28

A vibrant and light bodied wine with aromas of raspberries and cranberries with a refreshing finish

Red 15

Grand Malbec 22 Alpasion 75cl £23.24

Red 11

Medici Ermete 'La Favorita' Rosso Secco, Reggiano, Lambrusco NV 75cl £11.92

A full flavoured semi-sparkling dry and fleshy red wine with fresh raspberry fruit

White 12.5

Sula Vineyards, Maharashtra, Sauvignon Blanc 2024 75cl £13.31

Notes of grapefruit and peapod through to a grassy and zesty finish

White 14.5

Bogle Family Vineyards Chardonnay 2022 75cl £16.31

Beautiful, juicy ripe pear and nectarine fruit cradled in gently toasted oak with layers of flavour and texture The mid-palate is fleshed out by delicious creamy, buttery flavours, and the oak adds an intriguing spicy complexity There is perfectly-balanced acidity, which makes sure that it finishes clean and fresh and makes you ready for another sip Superb wine!

Rose 13

La Vidaubanaise Cotes de Provence Rose, Domaine de l'Amour 2023 75cl | Great Wines Direct

La Vidaubanaise Cotes de Provence Rose, Domaine de l'Amour 2024 75cl £11.72

One of the finest co-operatives of Provence, known for producing balanced and highly drinkable rosé wines The grapes for this wine come from a SINGLE estate. So, put your shades on, open a bottle, and you could be in Provence in the early 60's, although now the wine is much, much better Delicate aromas of strawberry and cherry on the nose. The wine is crisp, dry, and elegant on the palate, with notes of red cherry, citrus, and crushed red apples An easy drinking, refreshing rosé and the perfect aperitif.

Rose 11.5

San Marzano, Puglia, 'Liboll' Spumante Rose Extra Dry NV 75cl £13.74

A refreshing and crisp sparkling rose, with a pale salmon hue, fine mousse and aromatic notes of orange blossom, pink grapefruit and pomegranate

Red 14

Sula Vineyards 'Dindori Reserve', Maharashtra, Shiraz 2023 75cl £16.91

Densely coloured with a full flavour of smoky vanilla spice, blackberry and chocolate through to a rich finish

Red 13.5

Sula Vineyards, Maharashtra, Zinfandel 2023 75cl £14.26

Appealing notes of smoky cooked plums with spice and pepper through to a supple and lingering finish

White 13

Tooma River Reserve Chardonnay 2023 75cl | Great Wines Direct

Tooma River Reserve Chardonnay 2023 75cl £8.41

Chardonnay thrives in the warm and sun kissed Australian vineyard - delivering an unmistakably vibrant and fruit driven style This wine is no exception and is packed with grapefruit, lime and melon flavours, all bound up with a zesty, crisp citrus balance which cuts through to the finish

Rose 10

West Coast Swing White Zinfandel 2022 75cl | Great Wines Direct

West Coast Swing White Zinfandel 2022 75cl £7.61

Full of ripe fruit aromas such as peaches, mango and melon Juicy on the palate with strawberry and tropical fruit flavours with fresh acidity balancing the sweetness

Red 13

Zaccagnini Montepulciano D'Abruzzo DOC Tralcetto 75cl £19.88 £21.41

91 POINTS - James Suckling Intense ruby red colour with violet nuances; intense, characteristic bouquet of the primary grape aromas; fruity component, full-bodied and robust, well-balanced with tannin and oak features

White 13

Stormy Cape Stormy Cape Chenin Blanc 2024 75cl £8.12

Known as something of a busy bee variety, Chenin Blanc flourishes wherever grapes are grown, and South African winemakers have really made it their own, evolving the style to suit the climate, the food and the people Think passion fruit and green apple This is a stunning, spritely little number with a snappy finish