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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 14.1

Kuzubağ, Denizli, Haziran 2022 75cl £17.71

A blend of the indigenous variety Okuzgozu with the classic varieties of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, resulting in a fruity wine with a subtle touch of oak

Red 13.5

Kuzubağ, Denizli, Kalecik Karası 2023 75cl £18.34

Made from the indigenous Kalecik Karası grape, this wine shows a lovely combination of forest fruit and clove notes, fresh and balanced with a long finish

Rose 13.2

Kuzubağ, Denizli, Cal Karası Kalecik Karası Rose 2023 75cl £17.27

This subtle salmon coloured rose is a unique blend of two indigenous black grape varieties; Cal Karası and Kalecik Karası Intense red berried aromas and flavours are complemented by citrus freshness

White 11

La Cadence Blanc de Blancs, Vin de France 2024 75cl £7.85

An attractive primrose yellow colur, with crisp, fresh, citrus and floral aromas and lively herb and apple flavours on the palate Soft in texture with a vibrant, fresh finish

White 12.5

Viognier IGP Pays d'Oc 24 Longue Roche 75cl

Longue Roche Viognier IGP Pays d'Oc 24 75cl £13.72

Discover Longue Roche Viognier IGP Pays d'Oc 75cl for a delightful wine experience. Order now from Great Wines Direct and enjoy fast delivery!

Red 14.5

Piattelli Vineyards, Cafayate, Premium Malbec 2023 75cl £18.92

Rose 11

Pinot Grigio Blush 24 Il Sospiro 75cl £10.27

Red 14

Chateau d'Agel, Minervois, 'Caz'Ailes' 2023 75cl £13.09

Inviting notes of ripe black fruits, spice and a touch of black olive define this Southern French blend with a rich palate showing great balance and a fruity finish

White 12.5

Chateau Sainte Marie Entre-Deux-Mers 'Vieilles Vignes' 2024 75cl £12.16

This is full of character, while gentler than a Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand The first impression is of pink grapefruit and gooseberry, with just a suggestion of tomato plant The smell is so appetising that it invites you to take a sip Brisk and mouthwatering on the palate, balanced by some breadth and weight of texture It finishes where it begins with a lovely persistence of pure, zesty citrus flavours Great to drink now, or you can expect it to gain richness of texture over the next 2-3 years

White 12.5

San Marzano 'Timo', Salento, Vermentino 2024 75cl £13.60

Exotic floral and lime cordial aromas combine with notes of thyme and rosemary enhanced by green apple through to a saline, zesty finish

Red 13.5

San Marzano 'Il Pumo', Salento, Negroamaro 2023 75cl £12.25

A juicy, mellow and savoury wine, full of flavour of raisined red fruits, smooth and moreish

Red 14

Soito, Dao, Estate Red 2018 75cl £22.51

An opulent and textured blend of native grapes with ample notes of ripe red fruit, cassis and blackberry complemented by a touch of black pepper and cocoa

White 13.5

Antonio Caggiano Fiano di Avellino 'Bechar' 2024 75cl £17.59

Intense gold colour On the nose this wine presents aromas of apple, pears and banana On the palate it has a full bodied rich and persistant flavours of tropical fruit and a refreshing acidity

White 12

Stargazer Riesling 2024 75cl £29.20

One of Australia's top premium producers This Riesling is made in minute quantities (less than 4000 produced) Quartz-green in colour Crammed with vibrant Cox's Orange apple and lemon pith notes on the nose, as well as lifted jasmine and crystallised ginger aromatics The palate's bright acidity and river stone flavours are balanced with a gentle fruit sweetness and talc-like texture

Red 14.5

La Spinetta Barbaresco Bordini DOCG 2022 75cl £43.75

An explosion of fresh perfumes, with raspberry and rose nuances Red fruit flavors well integrated with aromatic, light and delicate aromas Fine tannins and breathtaking elegance

White 11

Novita, Rubicone, Emilia Romagna, Trebbiano 2024 75cl £9.94

A light, dry and fresh white wine with flavours of green apple and melon