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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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Sigalas Kavalieros Single Vineyard Assyrtiko 2022 75cl £56.71

Complex metallic nose, with intense aromas of citrus fruit (ripe lemon), accompanied by hints of herbs and citrus flowers Rich body, refreshing acidity and long aftertaste, wιth persistent minerality

Red 13

Pinot Noir 22 Glazebrook 75cl £19.28

This Pinot Noir is incredibly easy to like The nose is fragrant with notes of crunchy cherries, plums, and redcurrant On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied, wonderfully bright and fresh, underpinned by a lovely level of acidity The finish is savoury with a hint of spice

White 13

Joseph Drouhin Macon-Lugny Les Crays 2022 75cl £20.88

The Drouhin collection includes some seriously fine - and expensive - wines, however this delicious Macon illustrates the family's commitment to quality, even at very affordable prices It has lovely, ripe, juicy pear fruit character; fresh yet soft, extremely easy to enjoy - a superbly well-made wine

White 13

Thelema Mountain Vineyards Sutherland Viognier Roussanne 2023 75cl | Great Wines Direct

Thelema Mountain Vineyards Sutherland Viognier Roussanne 2023 75cl £14.51

Sun-dried apricot, marzipan and rose petal aromas, with rosemary undertones This wine is big with some prominent leesy, toasty notes among the fruit The finish is clean, fresh and long with some minerality

Red 14.5

Bogle Family Vineyards Juggernaut Russian River Pinot Noir 2021 75cl £27.04

From the premium Russian River vineyard area, this is distinctively Pinot Noir, with Bogle's irresistibly easygoing charm It has defined aromas and flavours of red cherries and cranberries, with hints of fragrant wood, cherry leaf, vanilla cream and root beer Super-soft and silky in texture, with juicy fruit, gentle acidity and soft tannin, this is an effortlessly enjoyable Pinot Noir Juggernaut is the name of Bogle's selections from particularly special vineyard sites, offering a clear step up in concentration from their regular reds, while maintaining their hallmark approachable style

Red 14

Caves Fonjoya, 'Big Buzz', Saint-Guilhem-le-Desert, Grenache Noir 2023 75cl £13.61

A smooth and fruity red wine, fresh and juicy with wild red fruits, blueberry and a touch of pepper

Red 14

Xanadu, Margaret River, 'Circa 77' Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 75cl £16.87

Vibrant characteristic aromas of ripe black fruits and subtle spicy, toasty oak lead to a generous palate of juicy cassis, supple tannins and savoury overtones

Red 13.8

Yering Station, 'Little Yering', Victoria, Shiraz 2020 75cl £17.04

A juicy, fruity and cool-climate Shiraz, with spicy plum and blackberry fruit layered with a touch of violet and white pepper on the soft, lush palate

Red 14

Berton Vineyard 'Foundstone', South Eastern Australia, Shiraz 2022 75cl £12.43

A fresh and juicy Shiraz with blackberry jam, eucalyptus and vanilla flavours Benchmark Australian Shiraz

White 12.5

Colomba Bianca, 'Vitese', Sicily, Zibibbo 2023 75cl £12.64

Lifted notes of succulent white peach and dried apricot combine with soft floral aromatics of Seville orange and jasmine complemented by a touch of ginger spice

White 13.5

Sauvignon Blanc 23 Alpasion 75cl £16.90

White 13

Planeta Didacus Chardonnay 2021 75cl £70.76

Planeta's top, miniscule production Chardonnay 'Didacus' is a sensational wine: the equal of top vineyard sites in Burgundy or California, and yet with unmistakable Sicilian character Effusive nectarine, golden apple, grilled pineapple, clotted cream and toasted coconut aromas explode from the glass, and in the mouth it has an amazing, unctuous texture coupled to livewire acidity Absolutely astonishing stuff!

Red 14

La Mascota 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon, La Mascota 2022 75cl £11.98

Deep red colour with hints of violet Aromas of liquorice, cassis and warm raspberry jam The palate is full bodied, complex and long with an elegant touch of roasted pepper and chocolate

Rose 12.5

Susana Balbo Signature Rose 2022 75cl £18.36

Elegant pale salmon pink color The nose displays a fine floral profile, with delicate hints of nuts On the mouth, its freshness and juicy acidity are in perfect combination with flavors of currants and strawberries It has very good balance and structure Due to its pleasant tension on the palate, it can be enjoyed by itself or with meals

White 11

Sacchetto Spumante Extra Dry Millesimato 2023 75cl £12.43

Vibrant aromas of exotic, tropical fruits are complemented by floral notes and citrus zest through to a delightfully off-dry finish

Red 13.5

Vina Echeverria, 'No es Pituko', Valle de Maule, Carignan 2023 75cl £14.39

A naturally made, fruity wine with expressive notes of rich plum and ripe black fruits accompanied by subtle spicy notes of cinnamon, star anise and a lovely, smooth finish