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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

El Enemigo, Lujan de Cuyo, Gran Enemigo Single Vineyard Agrelo, Cabernet Franc 2021 75cl £82.99

A refined and precise wine with vibrant notes of raspberries and blueberries, mineral nuances and herbal overtones

Red 13.5

El Enemigo, Valle de Uco, Gran Enemigo Single Vineyard El Cepillo, Cabernet Franc 2021 75cl £82.99

Silky and vibrant, with aromatic, complex notes of violet, cassis, plum and dark cherry accented by mint chocolate and a mineral-driven finish

White 12.5

El Enemigo, Valle de Uco, Chenin Blanc 2023 75cl £24.44

Aromas of sea breezes, cooked lemon, and juniper intertwined with mineral and nutty tones lead to a rich and textured palate, with layers of ripe pear and apple and a tangy finish

Red 12

Zorzal 'Gran Terroir', Gualtallary, Pinot Noir 2023 75cl £20.24

An intriguing and complex Pinot Noir, with notes of graphite, gunpowder and volcanic minerality enveloping crunchy red fruit, showcasing mountain freshness

Red 13.5

Zorzal 'Terroir Unico', Gualtallary, Malbec 2024 75cl £15.35

A mountain-fresh Malbec with vibrant black fruits complemented by notes of lavender, gunpowder and earthy nuances Rounded tannins give it beautiful texture on the palate through to a juicy finish

Red 13

Zorzal 'Terroir Unico', Gualtallary, Cabernet Franc 2024 75cl £15.35

A characterful Cabernet Franc showing great purity, with notes of spice, pepper and red bell pepper underpinned by blueberry fruit

White 12.5

Zorzal 'Terroir Unico', Gualtallary, Chardonnay 2024 75cl £14.84

A fresh Chardonnay, with lovely volume and texture showing delicate notes of tropical fruits layered with mineral and herbal nuances

Red 14.5

Zorzal 'Parcelario', Gualtallary, Malbec 2023 75cl £30.26

A distinctive Malbec with mineral notes and dark fruit, overlaid with nuances of mountain herbs and chalky tones

White 12.5

Zorzal 'Parcelario', Gualtallary, Chardonnay 2024 75cl £29.26

A mountain-fresh Chardonnay, with herbal aromas, a touch of graphite and enticing mineral overtones Agile, with delicious nerve and tension, layered with great salinity and an everlasting finish

Red 13.2

Vina Perez Cruz 'Limited Edition', Maipo Alto, Cot 2023 75cl £23.16

Intense aromas of black plums, wild herbs and a touch of guava combined with graphite through to a firm finish

Red 14.2

Vina Perez Cruz 'Limited Edition', Maipo Andes, Syrah 2023 75cl £23.16

A beautifully concentrated wine redolent of dark forest fruits with a hint of graphite, well structured and intense

Red 13.5

'Terra Vallona', Comte Tolosan, Merlot Cabernet 2024 75cl £11.68

A rounded and fruity red blend with ample notes of wild strawberry, ripe blackcurrant and spicy overtones

White 12

Alois Lageder, 'Terra Alpina' , Vigneti delle Dolomiti, Trentino, Pinot Grigio 2024 75cl £17.50

A fruit-forward Pinot Grigio with notes of apple, peach and citrus, through to a crisp and vibrant palate with a fresh and mouth-watering finish

Red 13.5

Chateau La Tessonniere, Cru Artisan, Medoc 2020 75cl £18.04

Made by the 5th generation of winemakers, this is a classically styled Bordeaux wine that is marked by fine blackcurrant and raspberry fruits with a touch of graphite

White 13

Saint Clair, 'Omaka Reserve', Marlborough, Chardonnay 2024 75cl £23.59

A full bodied and rich wine with lovely vanilla and pineapple flavours combined with a touch of toasty cinnamon and smoky oak

Red 13

Terre di Vita, 'Libellula', Sicily, Nero d'Avola 2024 75cl £11.45

An ample bouquet of juicy red fruits, sour cherry and a delicate hint of vanilla preludes a smooth palate with enveloping tannins and a fruity finish