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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 12.5

Micro-Cosme, Vin de France, Sauvignon Viognier 2023 75cl £15.36

A thirst-quenching blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier, where notes of lemon, grapefruit, boxwood and mango lead to a vibrant palate full of harmony

Red 14.5

Saint Cosme, Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2022 75cl £49.18

Rich and classic, with complex aromas of marzipan, raisin, cinnamon and cherry layered with savoury notes, refined tannins and beautiful length

Red 13

Saint Cosme, Crozes-Hermitage 2022 75cl £32.96

A majestic interpretation of Crozes-Hermitage with a rich and intense palate enveloped in notes of smoky bacon, blackberry, white pepper and incense

Red 13

Saint Cosme, Saint-Joseph 2022 75cl £36.58

A velvety Saint-Joseph of delicious complexity, with notes of peony, wild blueberry, liquorice and tobacco enveloping a refined palate with mineral undertones

Red 14.5

Chateau de Saint Cosme, Gigondas Le Claux 2022 75cl £110.72

An elegant and harmonious Gigondas, with floral notes of wild strawberry, violet, peat, spice and camphor through to a long, charming finish

Red 15

Chateau de Saint Cosme, Gigondas Hominis Fides 2022 75cl £111.96

With full-bodied richness and an elegant texture, the exquisite notes of ripe black raspberries, mulled cherries, liquorice, and pepper lead to a seriously good finish

Red 15.5

Chateau de Saint Cosme, Gigondas Le Poste 2022 75cl £112.20

An impressive single vineyard Gigondas, showing harmonious balance with good structure and refined tannins, with smoky nuances of iodine, violet and pepper

Red 14.5

Chateau de Saint Cosme, Gigondas 2022 75cl £47.47

An exquisite Gigondas with depth, mellowness and a saline freshness offering nuances of strawberry, violet, iodine and liquorice and an everlasting finish

White 13.5

Domaine de Saint Cosme, Les Deux Albion, Vaucluse Principaute d'Orange 2023 75cl £21.71

A unique and refreshing white blend showing crystalline purity and elegance with beautifully expressive aromas of dried apricot, lime, floral blossom and mango

Red 14.5

Chateau de Saint Cosme, Les Deux Albion, Cotes du Rhone 2021 75cl £22.98

A beguiling Cotes du Rhone offering complexity and vibrancy with lavender, gingerbread, orange blossom and raspberry layered with savoury nuances

White 11.5

Il Casone, Veneto, Garganega 2023 75cl £11.39

A crisp and lively dry white with distinctive notes of ripe citrus fruits and a hint of almond through to a refreshing finish

White 14

Bodegas Bhilar, Rioja Alavesa, Phinca La Revilla Blanco 2015 75cl £81.96

A truly distinctive Viura with complex and layered nuances of balsamic notes, chamomile and savoury hints through to a textured and beautifully balanced palate with a chalky sensation and long finish

Red 15

Bodegas Bhilar, Rioja Alavesa, Phinca La Revilla Tinto 2015 75cl £83.20

Intriguing and aromatic notes of balsamic, wild herbs and floral blossom combine with nutty complexity The palate reveals fine polished tannins and a fresh cool-climate twist

Red 14.5

Bodegas Bhilar, Rioja Alavesa, Phinca El Vedao, Rioja 2019 75cl £30.55

An expressive Garnacha with inviting aromas of berried fruit complemented by a floral touch Fresh with balanced acidity, fine tannins and a chalky texture

White 12.5

Bodegas Bhilar, Rioja Alavesa, Phincas Thousand Mils Blanco 2020 75cl £34.28

Deliciously complex, with aromas of baked apple and chamomile with a delicate earthy touch Fresh and saline with leesy richness, flavours of orange marmalade and lovely grip

White 12.5

Bodegas Bhilar, Rioja Alavesa, Bhilar Blanco 2022 75cl £19.56

Zesty aromas of citrus peel lead to a palate with lovely weight and a delicately creamy texture, offering harmonious balance to the cool-climate mineral tones