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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

Conterno Fantino Barolo Vigna del Gris 2018 75cl £77.04

A behemoth - concentrated, complex and commanding The palate is full and structured but surprisingly well rounded with black fruit, liquorice and mocha flavours, hints of rose petal and a defiant finish

Rose 13

Chateau Leoube Leoube La Londe Organic Rose 2021 75cl £36.02

This limited edition cuvee perfectly embodies our Leoube spirit; a rose of harmony and elegance A free-run juice blend of cinsault and grenache , derived from our best La Londe terroir parcels With a subtle nose of wildflowers and melons, supported by a gentle acidity and a long creamy finish, this rose offers further complexity and depth over time FOOD PAIRING : Aperitif, scallops, tartare, fish and fruit-based desserts SERVICE TEMPERATURE : 10 - 12 °C AGEING POTENTIAL : 2 - 4 years

White 13.5

Rob Dolan Black Label Marsanne 2021 75cl £20.27

Honeysuckle, wet stone, fresh olive oil and hazelnut aromas On the palate the wine is textured and layered with orange blossom, hazelnut and lemon pith flavours

White 13

Vina Falernia Sauvignon Blanc Reserva 2021 75cl £12.85

A crisp, intense Sauvignon Blanc from Chile's northernmost wine region, this is bursting with gooseberry, elderflower, tomato leaf and grapefruit flavour, with a scattering of sage

Red 13.5

Arnaldo Caprai Sagrantino Passito DOCG Half Bottle 2017 37.5cl £38.33

Aroma: The sweetness arrives first to the nose with scents of blackberry and strawberry jam, revealing vanilla and cinnamon Taste: Warm and sweet, soft and intense The tannins work to balance the sugars and leave the palate cleansed, ready for another taste

Red 15.5

Arnaldo Caprai Sagrantino DOCG 25th Annivesary 2018 75cl £66.96

Aroma: Surprising complexity from blackberry jam to rose pot pourri, from nutmeg to pepper, from pine resin to mint, from clove to cocoa Taste: Soft and persuasive, intense persistant finish Fresh with complex tannins

White 13

Rob Dolan White Label Chardonnay 2020 75cl £23.05

Mineral with waxy white flower, grapefruit and clove spice aromas Fine lined and textured on the palate with nectarine, raw cashew and toasted granola flavours A wine that will develop in bottle over the next 10 years

White 13.9

Rob Dolan White Label Pinot Gris 2021 75cl £20.44

A slight blush colour Fresh fruit aromas of red apple and orange zest Crisp acidity and a textured mouthfeel Pomegranate molasses and preserved lemon flavours

White 13.5

Rob Dolan Chardonnay 2021 75cl £17.20

Aromas and flavours of quince jelly, guava, lemon, grapefruit, nectarine and a touch of oak spice Textural with fresh acidity

Red 13.5

Rob Dolan Cabernet Shiraz Merlot Rob Dolan 2018 75cl £16.38

Aromas of blackcurrant, red plum and blackberry with a hint of black olive On the palate, the brambley black fruit is evident supported by fine grained tannins A hint of savouriness with a touch of spicy oak

Red 14

Fattoria dei Barbi IGT Toscana Rosso 2021 75cl £22.94

SENSORY ANALYSIS COLOUR: brilliant and intense purple red BOUQUET: fresh and clean Fragrant waves of small red berries, dark cherry and ripe red grape TASTE: fleshy and plumpy, the fruity aspect fills the mouth together with a lovely and balsamic acidity

Red 13

Sauska Kadarka 2018 75cl £20.62

White 12.5

Santa Ana Sauvignon Blanc 2022 75cl £9.49

This sauvignon blanc has a pale lemon hue with refreshing citrus, stone fruit and grassy aromas on the nose and a mouth-watering peach, lemon and goosberry flavour in the mouth

Red 15

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Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG 2016 75cl £95.96

Ruby-red colour with delicate garnet hues on the edge Fruity aromas, including blueberry, cherry and macerated black cherry, pervade the nose first However, the tertiary notes provided by the lengthy ageing are what stand out most here Cinnamon, tobacco, tealeaf, roasted coffee bean and, lastly, subtle hints of leather are the main descriptors Elegant spices, such as white pepper, cloves and cinnamon, round off the sensory journey The velvety, silky smooth tannins are mature and compact

White 13.5

Russiz Superiore Pinot Bianco, Collio 2021 75cl £24.85

This has an irresistibly generous aroma, spilling over with ripe peaches and pears Fabulous on the palate, with flavours and texure that are full and rich while also fresh and balanced The finish is really long Sheer quality - love it

Red 14.5

La Spinetta Barbaresco Vigneto Starderi DOCG 2019 75cl £151.54

Full-bodied, complex, dry, balanced acidity, strong oak impression, fairly tannic A dark ruby colour with aromas of black pepper, blackberry, cassis, coffee, floral, smoky, tobacco and vanilla, which carry through to the palate The Starderi vineyard is just over the hill from Gallina, immediately above the Tanaro River, which helps moderate the climate - taking the edge off both summer heat and winter frosts The Rivettis describe the style of wine it produces as rich, while maintaining great elegance