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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 12.5

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San Marco Frascati 2025 75cl £9.83

Light straw yellow, with a delicate lemony nose In the mouth it is clean and well-balanced with hints of lemons, peaches and honey

White 12.5

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Planeta Alastro Bianco 2025 75cl £17.66

From one of the finest and most famous wine producers in Sicily, Alastro s name comes from the wild flower that grows round the winery The wine is made principally from the Grecanico grape, blended with two notably aromatic varieties, Grillo and Sauvignon Blanc It is splendidly fragrant and delicately structured, with aromas of tropical fruit, fresh citrus and white flowers

White 12

Lomond Wines, Western Cape, Cap Classique Brut 2021 75cl £22.18

A crisp and refreshing Cap Classique, with white pear and delicate floral notes through to a creamy palate with refined bubbles layered with zesty freshness

Rose 13

Delaire Graff, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Franc Rose 2025 75cl £22.49

An exceptional dry rose, with freshly crushed berries, candyfloss and a subtle minty note Crisp and refreshing with a rich texture and a seductive spicy finish

White 13.5

Delaire Graff, Banghoek, Stellenbosch, Chardonnay 2024 75cl £34.76

An elegant Chardonnay with nuances of vanilla, peaches and honeycomb complemented by a hint of minerality on the lingering finish

White 13.5

Zwartwater, Paardeberg, Swartland, Estate White Blend 2024 75cl £33.54

A refined Chenin Blanc with aromas of tropical fruit, pear and green apple leading to a delightfully fresh palate layered with minerality and a lingering finish

Red 13.5

Zwartwater, Paardeberg, Swartland, Estate Red Blend 2024 75cl £33.54

The Reserve Red offers exquisite and vibrant notes of red fruit, herbal notes and lovely depth of flavour, with red and black berried fruit balanced by peppery spice

Red 14

Groot Constantia, Constantia, Merlot 2023 75cl £25.31

Juicy plum and vanilla flavours complemented by a slight hint of mocha, capsicum and chocolate Packs a punch of flavour

White 14

Creation Wines, Cape South Coast, Viognier 2025 75cl £19.88

Joyful and vivacious Viognier with succulent peach complemented by the subtleties of ripe pear, in a deliciously refreshing, zesty and classic style

Red 13.5

Rockburn, Central Otago, Pinot Noir 2024 75cl £37.52

A beautifully textured ripe yet delicate Pinot style, elegant and expressive with a lovely long and silky finish

White 13.5

Neudorf, Tiritiri, Nelson, Pinot Gris 2024 75cl £22.86

A classic Pinot Gris with notes of summer fruits with a hint of white pepper and a vibrant, deliciously clean finish

White 12.5

Varvaglione Malvasia del Salento 2025 75cl £15.96

White wine rich in aromas and flavours with scents ot tropical fruit and a touch of vanilla Balanced and elegant with a dry aromatic finish Delicious and excellent value for money

Red 15.5

Orin Swift Abstract 2023 75cl £40.80

This wine is bursting with juicy red and dark fruits (raspberries, cranberries, dark plums) On the palate, it is voluptuous in body yet incredibly smooth with similar fruit notes and a touch of sweet vanilla With a luscious and velvety mouthfeel, the wine finishes with lingering ripe black plum notes and a long length

White 12.5

Tenute Orestiadi - Tenute Orestiadi Zibibbo 2025 75cl £14.00

Red 12.5

Colterenzio St Magdalener Schiava DOC Alto Adige 2025 75cl £15.95

Traditional Alto Adige varieties, here velvety and elegant, with bright red plums and raspberry and a light overarching perfume

Red 13

Joseph Drouhin Givry 2023 75cl £31.68

A round and captiviating wine, appreciated by all wine connoisseurs With its lively and bright colour, it has intense fruity aromas reminiscent of gooseberry and black currant, evolving towards spicy nuances as the wine gets older On the palate, there is a nice balance between texture and finesse, with firm but refined tannins Long and enticing aftertaste, with flavors of very ripe fruit