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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

Pedemontis, 'Arajs', Roero Arneis 2021 75cl £22.52

A soft and refreshing Italian white from the Arneis grape with a delicately aromatic bouquet of exotic fruits, pear and acacia honey

Red 14

Jim Barry Wines, 'The Barry Bros', Clare Valley, Shiraz 2021 75cl £16.28

A full bodied and smooth wine with rich dark berried fruit layered with hints of elegant spice and mint chocolate through to a long, satisfying finish

Red 12.7

Stargazer Pinot Noir 2022 75cl £52.43

An absolute stunner from this superb producer Less than 2000 bottles produced showing off one of Australiia's premium wine regions Dense purple hues give way to an opulent nose showing the red fruits which are typical of the Huon Valley: pomegranate, cranberries and rhubarb compote Long and lingering finish Effortless power and finesse

Red 13

Kooyong Ferrous Pinot Noir 2021 75cl £44.74

Beautifully fresh and complex aromas of cherry, cranberry, walnut, anise and liquorice root, with a hint of blood orange There's a wonderful woodsy earthiness going on underneath The aromas are ripe, but the multi-faceted nuances are far more suggestive of Burgundy than the character you would expect from Australia or New Zealand Seamlessly supple in the mouth, with superbly well-knit acidity and tannins, this is really finely-crafted and elegantly-balanced An absolute joy to drink immediately, this could also age gracefully for at least another 7-10 years

White 13.5

Lomond Wines, 'Estate', Cape Agulhas, Sauvignon Blanc 2023 75cl £16.13

A pure and fresh Sauvignon Blanc packed with zesty citrus notes layered with white stone fruits, passion fruit, a hint of blackcurrant and classic cool-climate minerality

White 13.5

Chateau Lestrille, Entre-deux-Mers 2022 75cl £17.47

A refreshing, floral and full-flavoured white Bordeaux showing lively orange spice and peach through to a zesty finish

White 10.5

Saint Clair, 'Origin', Marlborough, Riesling 2021 75cl £17.69

Light bodied floral wine with flavours of ripe lime and grapefruit and a well balanced sweetness

White 13

Chateau Bouscaut Pessac-Leognan Blanc, Cru Classe 2021 75cl £53.84

Such an exciting and complex melange of aromas - passionfruit, lemon curd, toast, creme brulee, cinnamon and poached pear In the mouth, it has a creamy, suave texture, cut across by vibrant acidity Fabulous length of flavour, with amazing concentration on the finish It just lasts and lasts on the palate What a wine!

White 11.5

Weingut Monchhof, Mosel, Urzig Wurzgarten, Alte Reben Riesling Spatlese Trocken (Dry) 2021 75cl £23.35

A pure, dry Spatlese with hints of herbs, white peach and apricot through to a textured palate with a citrussy freshness reminiscent of grapefruit Long and elegant

White 10.5

Weingut Monchhof, Mosel, Erden Treppchen, Riesling Kabinett Feinherb (Off Dry) 2020 75cl £19.74

A classic Riesling featuring ripe stone fruit notes of peach and apricot, underpinned by zesty lime and lemongrass and a beautiful freshness balancing the off-dry finish

White 11

Virgen de las Vinas, 'El Concierto' Blanco NV 75cl £9.28

A crisp and fruity wine with delicate floral notes and vibrant green apple, grapefruit and pineapple flavours in a light and refreshing style

Rose 12

Vina Echeverria, Valle de Curico, Cabernet Franc Rose 2023 75cl £11.39

Delicate pale pink in colour, this Cabernet Franc rose offers aromas of wild strawberry and juicy white peach The vibrant and fruity character is balanced by a fresh and mouthwatering finish

White 13

Berton Vineyard, Reserve, Eden Valley, Chardonnay 2022 75cl £18.35

A richly flavoured wine with tropical stone fruits enhanced by hints of vanilla and orange zest with mineral notes from its cool climate origin

Rose 10.5

Sollazzo, Rosato d'Italia 2022 75cl £5.74

Pale coral in colour, this refreshing rose, offers notes of wild cherry, orange peel and a touch of white blossom through to a vibrant, fruity palate in an easy-drinking style

White 13.5

De Martino Legado Chardonnay 2023 75cl £14.12

Red 13.5

De Martino Legado Carmenere 2022 75cl £14.12

Lots of red and black fruit accompanied by notes of tobacco leaf, spices and pepper