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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 15

Quady, 'Essensia', California, Orange Muscat 2022 37.5cl £15.68

Luscious sweet oranges and apricots on the palate with bittersweet orange marmalade notes which balance well with the fresh lemony finish

White 13

Saint Clair, 'Dillons Point', Marlborough, Sauvignon Blanc 2021 75cl £13.24

White 13.5

Berton Vineyard 'Metal Label', Classic Chardonnay 2023 75cl £14.00

Lifted tropical fruit aromas, with hints of lime and grapefruit are complemented by subtle oak nuances Beautifully balanced with a creamy texture

White 12

Opal Ridge, Australia, Semillon Chardonnay 2023 75cl £10.07

Delicate creamy texture with plenty of tropical and zesty lemon flavours

Red 13.5

Carminucci, 'Viabore', Rosso Piceno 2022 75cl £12.79

Smooth and approachable, with perfumed aromas of ripe cherry and hints of Morello cherry and a soft, fruity palate which is beautifully balanced by a spicy finish

White 13.5

Tramin, Alto Adige, Gewurztraminer 2023 75cl £21.18

An intense, generous honeyed wine with dried fruit and complex aromas of Turkish Delight combined with lychees with just a hint of ginger giving lovely freshness

Red 12

Sacchetto, Trevenezie, Pinot Nero 2023 75cl £12.83

Light bodied Pinot Noir with fresh berried fruit and a refreshing finish Perfect summer drinking red

White 12.5

Andrea di Pec, Friuli-Venezia Giulia Pinot Grigio 2023 75cl £14.72

A creamy Pinot Grigio bursting with delicate fruit flavours of citrus, fennel and pear with a refreshing finish

White 11

Il Sacrato, Rubicone, Emilia Romagna, Trebbiano Pinot Bianco 2023 75cl £10.37

The clean citrus freshness of the Trebbiano blends beautifully with the tropical fruit style of the Pinot Bianco, fresh and easy drinking

Red 14

San Silvestro 'Patres', Barolo 2020 75cl £29.05

Savoury with red fruit and earthy notes, traditionally styled and gamey Barolo through to a super-dry finish

White 12.5

Feudi di San Gregorio, Campania, Greco di Tufo 2023 75cl £21.73

An aromatic and mineral wine showing flavours of peach, melon and pear enveloped in a creamy texture and enlivened by a touch of elderflower

White 12.5

San Marzano 'Talo', Puglia, Verdeca 2023 75cl £12.89

Exotic flavours of green apple, vanilla pod and botanicals enhanced by lime and lavender notes with a creamy texture, vibrant and expressive

Red 15

Pinord Mas Blanc Estate, 'Mas Blanc +7', Priorat 2020 75cl £36.88

Generous raisined plum fruit complemented by vanilla, chocolate and truffle, powerful and intense

Red 13.5

Bodegas Paniza, 'El Campeon', Carinena, Syrah 2023 75cl £10.81

A silky smooth Syrah with juicy plum and blackberry flavours, fresh and easy in style

Red 13.5

Hugonell, Joven, Rioja 2023 75cl £12.35

Plum and juicy red cherry flavours combine with hints of vanilla and spice

Rose 12.5

Mesta Rose, Ucles, Tempranillo 2023 75cl £11.05

An attractively styled rose with lovely candied strawberry aromas and delicious crunchy fresh fruit on the palate