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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 13

Chateau Phelan Segur Frank Phelan, Saint-Estephe 2014 75cl £30.52

This is absolutely classic, old-school Saint Estephe of excellent quality Deep, purple-hued, with a nose of mulberries, blackcurrants and cedar, the wine is densely-textured and medium-bodied, with good balancing acidity and a seriously endowed, layered texture The tannins are present, yet well-integrated and ripe

Red 14

Bodegas Salentein, Valle de Uco, 'Barrel Selection' Malbec 2023 75cl £18.43

An exquisite and aromatic barrel-fermented Malbec offering rich notes of redcurrant and blueberry complemented by delicate hints of rose petal and violets

Red 14.5

Lake Breeze 'Bernoota', Langhorne Creek, Shiraz Cabernet 2022 75cl £21.80

A classically rich blend, voluptuous with juicy notes of cassis, blueberries, liquorice and eucalyptus

White 12.5

Theopetra Estate, Tyrnavos, Terre Grec Assyrtiko 2024 75cl £13.45

A vibrant Assyrtiko with striking aromas of lime, passion fruit and hints of orange leaf through to a zesty palate with a long and mineral finish

Orange 12.5

a bottle of orange wine 'no es pituko' from vina echeverria in Chile with a white background

Vina Echeverria, 'No es Pituko', Valle de Curico, Orange 2024 75cl £14.38

This cloudy, amber-hued Sauvignon Blanc orange wine bursts with juicy citrus, peach, and a hint of herbs. Easy-drinking and refreshing! 'No es Pituko' means 'It's not fancy' or 'Not snobby', meaning this wine is just a great wine that speaks for itself.

Red 13.5

Bodegas Ondarre, 'Rivallana' Crianza, Rioja 2022 75cl £13.86

Savoury and mellow flavours complemented by vanilla and chocolate notes from oak ageing Traditional savoury Rioja style

Orange 13.5

Vina Echeverria, 'No es Pituko', Valle de Curico, Orange 2023 75cl £14.06

This cloudy, amber-hued Sauvignon Blanc orange wine bursts with juicy citrus, peach, and a hint of herbs Easy-drinking and refreshing!

White 12

Ca'Rugate 'San Michele', Soave Classico 2024 37.5cl £9.64

Floral and delicate with spicy pineapple and citrus flavours and a touch of almond through to a crisp and zesty finish

White 11.5

Alois Lageder, 'Versalto', Vigneti delle Dolomiti, Pinot Bianco 2023 75cl £26.11

An aromatic Pinot Bianco, with fruity notes of pear, apple and peach layered with delicate mineral overtones Elegant and linear, with a fresh and lively finish

White 13.5

Pedemontis, 'Jaiet', Langhe, Favorita 2023 75cl £21.40

Aromatic and refreshing, with an intense and fruity bouquet of white floral notes, peach and fragrant rennet apple through to a fresh mineral finish

Red 12.5

Terre du Soleil, Pays d'Oc, Merlot 2024 75cl £10.57

A juicy Merlot from the South of France offering fresh notes of ripe plum and vibrant red fruits Made in an approachable style, this is smooth, with silky tannins and a fruity finish

White 13

El Enemigo, Valle de Uco, Chardonnay 2023 75cl £24.70

A high-altitude full-bodied Chardonnay showing remarkable purity and saline minerality, with aromas of salted lemon, apple,ripe peach and oak spice nuances

Red 13.5

El Camino, Mendoza, Malbec 2023 75cl £12.00

A perfumed and easy drinking Malbec with spicy, black plum fruit flavours integrated into an inviting vanilla background

White 12.5

Bodegas Ondarre, 'Rivallana Blanco', Rioja 2024 75cl £11.53

Fresh notes of crystalline fruits, vibrant lemon and melon lead to a zesty finish

White 13

Domaine Jean Goulley, Chablis 2023 75cl £28.31

Clean, pronounced greengage aromas and a steely mineral, saline character A classic Chablis with a mouthwateringly razor sharp finish

Red 13

Chateau Lestrille, 'La Petite Lestrille', Bordeaux Rouge NV 75cl £15.10

A deliciously fruity and easy-drinking Merlot bursting with vibrant red fruit and plum characters Smooth and juicy with a moreish finish