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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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Red 14.5

Bogle Family Vineyards Merlot 2021 75cl £18.12

Amazing aromas of fresh, ripened cherries and plums burst from this perfectly balanced Merlot On the palate the full fruit leads beautifully into the complex finish: soft and silky, yet with firm tannins and spicy, smoky oak Earth tones of pipe tobacco and leather round out the experience

Red 12.5

Saint Clair, Origin, Marlborough, Pinot Noir 2022 75cl £20.75

Saint Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc showcases the precision and minerality that define New Zealand's most celebrated wine region. This vintage captures vibrant citrus and tropical fruit notes with a distinctive herbaceous edge, delivering the complexity expected from a reserve-tier expression. Crisp acidity and a clean, lingering finish make it equally suited to aperitif sipping or pairing with seafood, goat cheese, and light poultry dishes. A flavoursome Pinot Noir with ripe raspberry and black cherry fruits and vanilla and spice notes, all enhanced by a silky finish

White 14

Trimbach Gewurztraminer Reserve 2017 75cl £30.06

Medium gold colour, and complex aroma development as the primary lychee fruit segues into beeswax and chamomile On the palate, lush lemons jostle with mouthfilling grapiness, tropical fruit and a hint of smoke

White 11.5

San Marzano, Puglia, Liboll Spumante Extra Dry NV 75cl £14.06

A crisp, refreshing sparkling wine with a fine mousse and lifted aromas of white peach, elderflower and delicate hints of sage Beautifully balanced, with a zesty finish

Red 13.5

Cantine Due Palme Serre Susumaniello 75cl £21.26 £22.30

90+ POINTS - Robert Parker - A deep ruby red colour, with blue highlights and a bouquet of ripe red berries and blackberry jam. On the palate is full bodied with a powerful structure.

White 13.5

Costa d'Amalfi Furore Bianco 75cl £43.31 £46.25

Costa d'Amalfi Furore Bianco is straw yellow in colour. The aroma is of delicate fruit reminiscent of the unmistakable Mediterranean scents. The flavour is pervasive and balanced, with a good level of acidity supporting the freshness and aromas of the wine.

White 11

Gocce di Favola, Prosecco Extra Dry, Veneto NV 75cl £14.41

A fresh, fragrant and fruity Prosecco with aromas of pear and apple

Rose 12

Sacchetto, Fili, Veneto, Pinot Grigio Rosato NV 75cl £16.15

Sacchetto's 'Fili' Pinot Grigio Rosato captures the essence of Veneto's rosé tradition with delicate precision. This pale salmon wine delivers crisp red fruit notes, strawberry and raspberry, balanced by mineral acidity and a clean, refreshing finish. Ideal as an aperitif or paired with light seafood and summer fare, it exemplifies the understated elegance of northern Italian rosé production. A versatile, food-friendly choice for those seeking authentic regional character without pretension. Delightful pale-coloured sparkling rosé, easy drinking showing strawberry fruit with a flavoursome finish

White 11.5

Pinord Seleccion Brut Cava + and + 75cl £15.37

Refreshing citrus flavours of lemon, crisp and elegant

White 12.5

Champagne Moet et Chandon, Brut Imperial NV 75cl £64.58

Fine and well-balanced with a mellow flavour

White 12.5

Champagne Lelarge-Pugeot Extra Brut 1er Cru Blanc de Blancs NV 75cl £66.18

Beautiful biscuity and citrus aromas herald a flavour of wet stones and lemon, long with a gentle mousse

Red 15

ArmAs, Aragatsotn, Karmrahyut Reserve 2014 75cl £32.51

A perfumed and complex Karmrahyut with an intense and exotic bouquet of cranberry, cherry, plum, dried lavender and spice enhanced by balsamic notes and a robust finish

Red 14

Berton Vineyard, Winemakers Reserve, Riverina, Durif 2021 75cl £14.92

Rich, ripe concentrated fruit bursting with varietal aromas of anise, mint and blackcurrant combined with hints of violets, spice and chocolate

White 13.5

Seresin Estate Organic Pinot Gris 2022 75cl £19.85

Rich, vibrant and perfumed with classic cool climate Pinot Gris aromatics of ripe yellow pear and ginger spice The palate is plump and juicy, yet refined, elegant and dry

Red 14.5

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Trapiche Iscay Syrah Viognier 2019 75cl £33.30

"Intense aromas of damson, black cherry, woodsmoke and fine oak In the mouth, it is intensely-flavoured with soft, plushy, velvet texture The aromas and flavours are very northern Rhone valley, while the texture is reminiscent of old vine Barossa Shiraz With exposure to air, the Viognier's apricot and honeysuckle lift add further complexity Fabulous, long finish, with perfume, spice and oak mingling beautifully Sophisticated, classy and gorgeous Drink now and over the next 5+ years" - Tom King, Fine Wine Manager

Red 15.5

Arnaldo Caprai Sagrantino DOCG Valdimaggio 2018 75cl £45.92

Setting expectations of intensity and concentration with its dense, dark and bloody appearance, this phenomenal wine goes on to more than meet them, with its huge force of personality It has incredibly deep, rich and complex aromas of prune, fig, and date, following up on the palate with molasses, fig syrup, carob bean, malt extract and toasted wheat Everything about this wine is off the charts - wow!