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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

Xose Lois Sebio, 'Superheroe', Ribeiro 2018 75cl £17.64

An intense and mouthfilling blend highlighting funky notes of violet, black fruits, figs and plums, combined with mineral overtones through to a long and robust finish

White 13

Domaine Gerard Millet, Menetou-Salon 2021 75cl £17.64

A crisp and refreshing Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of exotic fruit, citrus notes and a hint of white floral blossom, all finishing on a mouthwatering note

Red 12.5

Maison Coquard BEAUJOLAIS NOUVEAU Rouge '69' 2024 75cl

Beaujolais Rouge '69' - Maison Coquard 75cl £15.00

Maison Coquard Beaujolais '69' has a magnificent ruby colour with purple nuances. The nose offers superb intensity and gourmet aromas of black fruits, cherries, and raspberries. The palate is lively, the tannins are very silky, and the fruity flavours bring a lot of roundness and charm for a whole full of fruit and voluptuousness.

Red 14

Sarah Marsh, Volnay 1er Cru En Chevret 2018 75cl £81.04

Charming and elegant, with engaging red fruit aromas and floral highlights Smooth with plump, perfumed fruit, underscored by freshness that leads to a fine, stylish finish

Red 14

Sarah Marsh, Volnay, 1er Cru Santenots 2018 75cl £94.61

A powerful and layered 1er Cru, showing savoury and earthy flavours, with rich dark fruit and delicate smoky notes Firm and muscular through to a well sustained finish

Red 14

Sarah Marsh, Volnay, 1er Cru Santenots 2019 75cl £94.61

Sumptuously perfumed 1er Cru, with silky, luscious red berry fruitiness and good concentration, layered with freshness A svelte and polished Pinor Noir

White 13

Antoine Olivier, Les Coteaux sous la Roche, Santenay 2018 75cl £37.79

A powerful wine with a lively salty, mineral character and a hint of liquorice Rich and full-flavoured on the palate with a lingering finish

White 13.5

Antoine Olivier, Les Coteaux sous la Roche, Santenay 2017 75cl £38.27

A powerful wine with a lively salty, mineral character and a hint of liquorice Rich and full-flavoured on the palate with a lingering finish

Red 14.5

Chateau Lestrille, 'Le Secret Lestrille', Bordeaux Superieur 2018 75cl £31.96

Structured and intense with a velvety mouthfeel, this elegant and opulent Merlot shows generous dark berry flavours together with notes of chocolate, cedar and tobacco

Red 14.5

Quinta Do Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa Magnum 2018 150cl | Great Wines Direct

Quinta Do Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa Magnum 2018 150cl £383.83

A very special wine that is only made in outstanding vintages from an historic east-facing vineyard planted with at least 49 vine varieties Intense, vibrant violet colour On the nose there is great depth and complexity, with aromas of wild forest flowers, white pepper and soft dark chocolate On the palate it is upfront yet in perfect harmony It is full-bodied and richly flavoured, with superb tannin, acid and fruit balance Intense, wild forest flowers and integrated oak and spice contribute to its impressive palate structure and length

Red 15

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Franck Massard Humilitat Priorat 2019 75cl £20.09

A dark red ruby colour with vibrant purple tinges Savoury nose mingled with violet and freshly gathered red berries, supported by a light touch of wood Finely textured tannins, a seamless structure, certain minerality (graphite) interacting with the vivid fruit and a long silky finish

Red 14.6

Bodega Cerron Los Yesares Monastrell 2021 75cl £44.65

This has an awesome, complex aroma that blends fruity, leafy, spicy and savoury nuances - just wonderful In the mouth it's very pure and very fresh, with satisfying weight and breadth of texture, which don't sacrifice an ounce of the vibrancy which characterises Bodega Cerron wines It has astonishing force of personality and persistence on the palate of both flavour and texture, finishing with complex hints of gaminess, liquorice and dill seed SO exciting! Los Yesares are 4 different old, ungrafted vineyards in Las Pedreras-Reventones, a high-altitude location where the district's most historic vineyards were located Steep slopes, deep calcareous sands and gravels, diverse orientations and Mediterranean forest create a more tense Monastrell profile with red forest and hedgerow fruit character, and wines capable of ageing

White 12.5

Tarapaca Varietal Chardonnay 2022 75cl £9.43

Appearance: Pale-yellow color Nose: Fresh tropical fruit like grapefruit, pineapple and mango blended with toasted notes Palate: Nice and balanced acidity wich brings out the fruity sensation on the palate and gives a long pleasant finish

Red 13.5

Thelema Mountain Vineyards Oryx Shiraz Grenache Petit Verdot 2019 75cl £12.46

A rich, spicy Rhone-style red, brimming with mulberries and plums, seasoned by a scattering of black pepper and sun-baked fynbos herbs The high quality of both fruit and winemaking shine through in the finesse of its silky tannins and the harmony and balance on the sustained finish This is exceptional value for money

White 19

Cockburn's White Heights Port 75cl NV £31.88

Fresh tropical fruit flavours such as papaya and pineapple lead the way, supported by light aromas of honeysuckle Crisp yellow plum and pear notes finish with a touch of vanilla

Rose 13

Seresin Estate Zosia Organic Pinot Noir Rose 2022 75cl £21.18

This is an amazingly classy pink Pinot Noir It has the finesse and precision of the very best rose Sancerre, along with a soft gentleness all of its own With beautiful fresh berry fruit, attractive hints of spring blossom, a touch of vanilla cream and impeccable balance, this is thoroughly irresistible The wine is a single-site selection from a particular Pinot plot within Seresin's Raupo vineyard