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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 14.5

Saint Cosme, Cotes du Rhone 2024 75cl £18.46

An exceptional Cotes du Rhone imbued with charm and finesse with notes of blackcurrant, truffle, liquorice and wild raspberry through to a long, satisfying finish

Red 12.5

Bodegas Salentein, Cuyo, 'Elevado', Syrah Malbec 2024 75cl £11.64

A juicy and balanced blend of Syrah and Malbec with delicious notes of ripe blueberries and raspberries complemented by smoky, spicy hints on the finish

Red 14.5

Piattelli Vineyards 'Alto Molino', Cafayate, Malbec 2023 75cl £15.40

Red 13.5

Andeluna '1300', Uco Valley, Malbec 2024 Magnum 150cl £32.93

Rich ripe black plummy fruit on the nose complemented by a generous and silky texture and more than a hint of sous bois and vanilla on the finish

White 13.5

Nivarius, Tempranillo Blanco 2024 75cl £15.25

Refreshing with a creamy texture and fruity notes of zesty citrus and stone fruits complemented by mineral nuances through to a long finish

Rose 12.5

Chateau de Berne, 'Esprit Mediterranee' Rose 2024 75cl £14.82

A delicate pale pink hue with vibrant notes of juicy red berried fruit, peach and nectarine Crisp and refreshing, with beautiful balance and a light, rounded finish

Rose 12.5

Ultimate Provence Rose , Cotes de Provence - Halves 2024 37.5cl £14.30

A delicate, pale pink rose with citrus and exotic fruit aromas, fresh with lovely red fruit flavours and a spicy white pepper finish

White 12.5

Banfi, Toscana, 'Le Rime' Chardonnay Pinot Grigio 2024 75cl £14.89

A refreshing Pinot Grigio with aromas of green apple, white peach and delicate floral notes, through to a crisp, dry finish

White 13

Monte Zovo, Le Civaie 'Terralbe', Lugana 2024 75cl £21.30

A fresh, mineral wine showing tropical and citrus notes of bergamot with distinctive flinty notes through to a precise and beautifully balanced palate

Red 11.5

Il Casone, Veneto, Raboso 2024 75cl £11.40

A fresh and easy drinking red with Morello cherry fruit and a touch of black pepper on the finish

Red 13.5

Hugonell, Crianza, Rioja 2022 75cl £13.93

A traditional and savoury Rioja blend of ripe strawberry fruit with beautifully integrated vanilla, leather and coconut flavours

Red 15

Domaine de la Solitude, 'Les Vallons de la Solitude', Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2023 75cl £35.86

Rich, smooth and flavoursome with complex layers of black-berried fruit, brambly notes, a touch of the local wild garrigue and gentle spice Elegant yet sumptuous

Red 15

Domaine de la Solitude, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2023 75cl £40.76

A traditional yet modern style Chateauneuf with an elegant and velvety red berried quality complemented by savoury liquorice through to a fine and long finish

Red 15

Domaine de la Solitude 'Cuvee Barberini', Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2023 75cl £56.27

A well textured, silky and full-bodied wine delivering traditional earthy and gamey flavours Concentrated and savoury yet elegant Chateauneuf

Rose 12.5

La Villaudiere, Sancerre Rose 2024 75cl £24.13

Deep salmon pink in colour with fragrant aromas of strawberries complemented by a hint of spice through to a dry, fresh and clean finish

White 12.5

Jean-Marie Reverdy et Fils, 'Silex', Sancerre 2024 75cl £30.18

A crisp Sancerre with characteristic mineral aromas leading to a lively, concentrated palate with a lovely sensation of freshness and great aromatic persistence