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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 11.5

Sacchetto, 'Fili', Veneto, Prosecco Extra Dry NV 75cl £15.67

A fresh and fruity sparkling Prosecco with fine bubbles

White 11.5

Prapian Estate, Valdobbiadene, Prosecco Superiore Biologico Brut NV 75cl £17.90

Refreshing dry Prosecco with crisp apple and pear flavours through to a fruity and lively finish

White 11.5

Prapian Estate, Asolo, Prosecco Superiore Brut NV 75cl £15.32

Green apple aromas and subtle floral notes of acacia carry the delicate bubbles across the refreshing palate through to a light, crisp finish

Rose 12

Sacchetto, 'Fili,' Veneto, Pinot Grigio Rosato NV 75cl £15.40

Delightful pale coloured sparkling rose, easy drinking showing strawberry fruit with a flavoursome finish

White 11

Amata Prosecco Extra Dry, Veneto NV 75cl £14.03

Elegant and stylish, with delicate aromas of green apple, succulent pear and lifted citrus notes Balanced, with fine bubbles and an attractively crisp finish

White 11

Gocce di Favola, Prosecco Extra Dry 20cl, Veneto NV 20cl £5.05

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

White 11.5

Collavini 'Il Grigio' Brut Spumante, Friuli-Venezia Giulia NV 75cl £16.98

Aromatic with fragrant apples and ripe pear leading to a full flavoured palate with fine, constant bubbles

White 12.5

Guido Berlucchi, Franciacorta, '61 Saten', Brut NV 75cl £35.72

An elegant, smooth and refined sparkling wine, with a soft, creamy mousse enveloping notes of peach, apricot and tropical fruit balanced by a lovely tangy freshness

White 12.5

Undurraga, Extra Brut, Valle de Leyda NV 75cl £16.78

This fresh, vibrant and fruity Blanc de Blancs reveals delicate aromas of citrus blossom and white floral notes over a creamy background

White 12.5

Champagne Collet Demi-Sec NV 75cl £41.36

Light aromas of meringue combined with buttery stone fruit tones with beautifully balanced sweetness on the palate

Rose 12.5

Champagne Collet Brut Rose NV 150cl £115.92

Delicate aromas of mandarin, peach, mulberries and raspberries lead to a refreshing palate, with a richness of fruit and a silky texture, sustained by a delicate sparkle

White 12.5

Champagne Collet Brut NV 150cl £92.77

Aromas of white flowers, lemon zest, quince and white peach, are combined with delicate hints of spice and anise Refreshing and complex through to a wonderful crunch of freshness on the finish

White 12.5

Champagne Collet Brut NV 37.5cl £24.04

Aromas of white flowers, lemon zest, quince and white peach, are combined with delicate hints of spice and anise Refreshing and complex through to a wonderful crunch of freshness on the finish

White 12.5

Champagne Collet Brut 1er Cru Blanc de Blancs NV 75cl £52.93

Vivacious and fresh, this 1er Cru delivers bright citrus notes with hints of white pepper, brioche and smoke, complex and elegant with a lovely long finish

White 12.5

Champagne Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label NV 75cl £72.91

This fine Champagne displays raisins, vanilla and brioche together with toasty aromas

White 12.5

Champagne Taittinger Brut Reserve NV 75cl £64.97

The delicate nose is reminiscent of a mixture of flinty aromas and toast, followed by subtle notes of brioche and vanilla