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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

Terre di Vita, 'Libellula', Sicily, Grillo 2024 75cl £10.94

A light and beautifully balanced Grillo, with aromatic notes of citrus and yellow fruits, complemented by a hint of white pepper and a refreshing finish

White 14.5

Tramin, Nussbaumer, Alto Adige, Gewurztraminer 2023 75cl £37.99

One of Italy's most awarded wines with intense and complex aromas of rose petal, smoky lychees and a rich, layered and full bodied texture

White 13.5

Tramin, Alto Adige, Gewurztraminer 2024 75cl £21.18

An intense, generous honeyed wine with dried fruit and complex aromas of Turkish Delight combined with lychees with just a hint of ginger giving lovely freshness

White 14

Tramin, 'Selida', Alto Adige, Gewurztraminer 2024 75cl £24.00

Delightfully aromatic with floral notes of roses, lychee and lilies, fruit Rich in flavour with a refreshing and finely spiced palate

White 13.5

Tramin, Glarea, Alto Adige, Chardonnay 2023 75cl £24.24

A refreshing and full-flavoured Chardonnay, with inviting aromas of apricot and ripe, juicy pineapple, through to a richly textured palate bursting with distinctive minerality

Red 13.5

Theopetra Estate, Meteora, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Limniona 2023 75cl £25.16

An opulent blend showing ripe black fruits, cherry and quince, layered with hints of black pepper and coffee Voluptuous and rich with a long, complex finish

Rose 12.5

Theopetra Estate, Meteora, Xinomavro Rose 2024 75cl £21.76

A pale blush rose, bursting with aromatic notes of sanguine orange and pink grapefruit, combined with white peach, raspberry and a refreshing herbal note

White 13

Theopetra Estate, Meteora, Malagouzia Assyrtiko 2024 75cl £19.69

Fresh, vibrant notes of lime and bergamot layer with lifted tropical fruits and a touch of fresh mint on this zesty Greek blend, with mineral freshness on the finish

Red 10.5

Vellas, Valle Central, Merlot 2024 75cl £10.68

A well-flavoured Merlot with notes of blackcurrant and plum, soft, ripe and fruity

White 11

Tournee du Sud, Vin de France, Sauvignon Blanc 2024 75cl £10.84

Zesty Sauvignon Blanc from the South of France, aromatic and refreshing with flavours of grapefruit, lime and pineapple

Red 12.5

Tournee du Sud, Pays d'Oc, Pinot Noir 2024 75cl £10.98

A fresh, medium bodied Pinot Noir, full of berry and cherry flavours, juicy and more-ish

Red 14

Umberto Cesari, Emilia Romagna, Sangiovese Riserva 2022 75cl £23.03

Full, rich and fleshy with intense plum, leather and tobacco aromas and a long finish

White 13

Umberto Cesari 'Moma', Emilia Romagna, Trebbiano Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Rubicone 2024 75cl £17.36

A soft and easy drinking style with ripe pear and lemon vanilla flavours, fruity and appealing

Red 13

Umberto Cesari 'Moma', Emilia Romagna, Sangiovese Cabernet Sauvignon Rubicone 2023 75cl £18.38

Inviting smoky aromas with lots of blackcurrant fruit enhanced by chocolate and rich vanilla in a soft, easy style

Red 14.5

Tandem, 'Ars Nova', Navarra, Tempranillo Cabernet Merlot 2018 75cl £17.14

A warmly flavoured wine overflowing with dark fruit flavours, mocha and spicy vanilla

White 13.5

Sylvain Debord, Puligny-Montrachet Vieilles Vignes 2022 75cl £119.63

A full and elegant Puligny-Montrachet showing nutty and toasty tones with butter nuances culminating in a long and fresh mineral finish