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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 13.5

San Marzano ' Il Pumo', Salice Salentino 2021 75cl £12.44

An appealing bouquet of Morello cherry, raisined plum and spicy notes combined with a hint of savoury Mediterranean herbs Full, warm and generous

Red 13.5

Rob Dolan Pinot Noir 2021 75cl £15.84

Aromas of fresh cherry, strawberry and a touch of nutmeg The tannins are silky and supported by the fresh raspberry, cranberry and vanilla flavours

Rose 12.5

Fleur De Mer Fleur De Mer Rose 2020 75cl £18.23

A classic Provencal Rose, Fleur de Mer is a brilliant pale pink color, beautifully balanced with bright fruit notes and crisp acidity Delicate aromas of fresh watermelon and cherry give way to a complex, refreshing palate Layers of red berries and subtle citrus are complemented by a softly textured middle and a fine, cleansing, mineral finish

Red 14

Vina Salceda Puente de Salceda Reserva 2018 75cl £14.32

White 11

Sartori Pinot Grigio Venezie Vigna Mescita 2024 75cl £9.26

Fresh and fruity Pinot Grigio from northern Italy, with a gentle bouquet of pears and peaches, and a subtle, fresh flavour

Red 14

El Esteco Don David Malbec 2023 75cl £11.70

From the crazily high altitude (6,000+ feet) Calchaqui Valley in Salta, this combines violet-scented fruit with succulent, plushy texture A beautifully intense yet refined Malbec, Don David is well-balanced with soft tannins and notes of violets, plums, red fruits and a hint of chocolate This wine pays homage to the winery's founder, Don David Michel, and after 12 months in oak, the wine gets to reflect the qualities of its namesake: distinction and elegance, and boasting a well-defined identity

White 12.5

Domaine Vendange, Altesse, 'Madame de M', Roussette de Savoie 2022 75cl £21.22

A rich, aromatic and textured wine with floral blossom, spice and flint layered with elegant notes of quince and ripe pineapple culminating in a mineral and saline finish

White 11

Sacchetto, Veneto, Prosecco Frizzante NV 20cl £5.26

A refreshing semi sparkling wine with a fruity bouquet

Rose 11

Sospiro Sangiovese Rosato Rubicone IGT 75cl NV £9.88

Red 14

Bottle of Abito malbec reserva wine with a label featuring an eye design.

Abito Malbec Reserva 75cl £18.61

Abito Malbec Reserva hails from Argentina's Maipú Valley, renowned for producing expressive and finely crafted Malbecs. This wine delivers a rich palate of ripe red and black fruits, seamlessly balanced with subtle oak nuances. Its vibrant structure and smooth finish make it a standout choice for those seeking a deeply flavourful and elegant expression of Malbec.

Red 14.5

San Marzano 'Anniversario 62', Primitivo di Manduria Riserva 2019 75cl £30.17

A densely flavoured and fleshy wine with hints of prunes and chocolate covered black cherry combined with fresh herbs, quite delicious

White 12.5

Black River Sauv Bl 24 Humberto Canale 75cl £11.22

Red 14

Aubert and Mathieu Milo, Minervois la Liviniere 2021 75cl £18.25

Aubert and Mathieu have smashed a home run with this brilliant Minervois It's succulent, full-bodied and velvety, yet also with fine freshness and elegance You couldn't ask for more in a satisfying red winebut there is more It has amazing complexity and balance between vibrant, fresh, scented aromas of strawberry and rose petal and gutsy, deep nuances of dried herbs, roast beef, butter fudge, fig, liquorice and curry spice It's an awesome wine, and you should buy as much as the wine rack will hold, and then some Wow

Red 14

Santo Isidro de Pegoes, Peninsula de Setubal, Touriga Nacional 2021 75cl £16.07

Flavours of black cherry with herbs, vanilla, big and rich with a spicy and robust finish

White 12

Susana Balbo Signature White Blend 2022 75cl £18.94

This lovely wine is a Bordeaux blend with an Argentine twist The expected Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc are combined with masterfully-crafted Torrontes - Susana is the 'Queen of Torrontes', after all The result is wonderfully bright and aromatic, with freshness yet also layers of texture and complexity Floral and citrus notes combine with hints of fresh grass, white peach and orange In the mouth, floral, fresh and fruity flavours are in perfect balance with the unctuousness that comes from barrel maturation

Rose 12

Pretty Gorgeous Pretty Gorgeous Rose 2024 75cl £8.82

A delightful and dainty rose, ideal during the warmer months Intense lychee and strawberry notes are greeted with hints of violet and good acidity