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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

Vinedos Sierra Cantabria Rioja Amancio 2020 75cl £77.02

The Eguren s most cherished Rioja vineyard is called La Veguilla, planted 1975 at San Vicente de la Sonsierra The vines here produce just two or three bunches of grapes each year, and the fruit quality is already outstanding However, to make Amancio, La Veguilla's most exquisite individual grapes are selected and de-stemmed by hand The wine therefore requires longer ageing in top-quality, new French oak Bordeaux barrels, which is why it is released the latest It also demands further ageing in the bottle to truly show its extraordinary nature, so be prepared to hold on to it for a few years With maturity, you can expect an impressive explosion of flavour complexity: black cherries, dark chocolate, figs, aniseed, dried herbs, woodsmoke, soy sauce, spices and beef stock Patience required, but absolutely worth the wait!

White 14

Trimbach Gewurztraminer Reserve 2017 75cl £26.72

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

Red 14.5

El Esteco Finca Notables Cabernet Franc 2020 75cl £19.26

A concentrated and intense wine with notes of black fruits, sweet pepper and hints of menthol The oak is well-balanced and of medium intensity The palate has ripe, juicy tannins with a long, persistent finish

Red 13

Domaine Gerard Millet, Sancerre Rouge, Sur le Clou 2015 75cl £33.65

Silky smooth, with a lovely garnet colour and attractive aromas of ripe red berried fruits and cherry through to elegant black fruits on the palate, supported by refined tannins and a satisfying finish

White 13

Undurraga, Terroir Hunter, Valle de Limari, Chardonnay 2022 75cl £23.23

Inviting aromas of butterscotch and chamomile flowers are complemented by toasted hazelnut and a touch of ginger, all exquisitely balanced by a saline and mineral finish

Red 13

Francesco Cirelli Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC Organic 2022 75cl | Great Wines Direct

Francesco Cirelli Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC Organic 2022 75cl £15.12

This Montepulciano d'Abruzzo shows the character of its terroir combined with a great drinkability Displaying red and black plum fuits and fresh herbs Round and fresh well balanced with lively palate and fine tannins

White 13

Maison Sinnae IGP Gard 2022 75cl £9.82

"Beautiful golden yellow colour Nose focused on floral notes, which compliment the mineral freshness of this wine on the palate "

White 14

Domaine Madeloc, 'Tremadoc Blanc', Collioure 2022 75cl £23.45

Fragrant notes of white blossom and ripe juicy nectarine lead to a rounded, unctuous palate, beautifully balanced by saline freshness

Rose 12

Ridgeview, 'Fitzrovia' Rose, Sussex NV 75cl £44.28

With a delicate rose petal hue and incredible fruit-driven purity, aromas of wild strawberry and honeyed redcurrant lead to a palate brimming with sherbet balanced by a creamy finish

White 12

Ridgeview, 'Cavendish', Sussex NV 75cl £38.90

The cascade of fine bubbles leads to expressive red berry and almond aromas surrounding a vibrant yet rounded palate, evocative of raspberry frangipane with a streak of bergamot orange and gentle spice

White 12

Ridgeview, 'Bloomsbury', Sussex NV 75cl £38.34

Lively, fresh and fruit-driven with a fine persistent mousse and elegant aromas of creamy lemon zest and white peach gently balanced by honied notes

Red 13.5

Encantador, Tempranillo Syrah 2021 75cl £6.61

A juicy red wine oozing with aromas of red fruits, black plum and a spicy note of freshly ground pepper, juicy and inviting

13.5

Ocean Eight, Mornington Peninsula, Pinot Noir 2020 75cl £26.46

A fleshy and ripe Pinot Noir style full of wild strawberry and cranberry flavours enhanced by notes of cloves and vanilla

12.5

Ocean Eight 'Verve', Mornington Peninsula, Chardonnay 2020 75cl £26.46

The name Verve encapsulates its style, with a vibrant perfume of Granny Smith apple, honeysuckle blossom and lime zest enhanced by stone fruit flavours, long and elegant

White 12.5

Olivier Tricon Petit Chablis 2022 75cl £18.25

A bright, elegant Petit Chablis with traditional crisp minerality and refreshing citrus-like acidity Beautifully balanced

White 12.5

Champagne Krug Grande Cuvee NV 75cl £314.68

This famous Champagne has an intense bouquet with full round aromas and a superbly rich flavour