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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 14

Creation Wines, Cape South Coast, Viognier 2024 75cl £19.56

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

White 13.5

Creation Wines, Cape South Coast, Sauvignon Blanc 2024 75cl £19.06

A Sauvignon Blanc exuding elegance and finesse, with alluring aromas of elderflower, cassis and passion fruit and a balanced palate bursting with clean minerality

White 12.5

Guido Berlucchi, Franciacorta 'Palazzo Lana Extreme' Extra Brut Riserva 2013 75cl £119.80

An exquisite Riserva offering an elegant, fine mousse and layers of delicate stone fruits, a whiff of orange zest and mineral notes, with racy acidity balancing the rich palate

White 12

Lomond Wines, Western Cape, Cap Classique Brut 2020 75cl £21.89

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

Red 13.5

Lomond Wines, 'Phantom', Cape Agulhas, Pinot Noir 2022 75cl £20.66

Fragrant aromas of rose petals and spice envelop notes of wild, red berried fruit and savoury notes through to a long, silky finish

White 13.5

Lomond Wines, 'Romans Bay', Western Cape, Sauvignon Blanc 2023 75cl £13.63

A light and zesty Sauvignon Blanc with pronounced aromas of gooseberry layered with lemon and tropical fruit and a fresh, mouthwatering finish

White 14

Olifantsberg, Breedekloof, Grenache Blanc 2022 75cl £24.01

Richly textured and beautifully balanced, with delicious notes of anise, lime and green apple notes and finishing with mouthwatering salinity

White 12.5

Lismore Estate Vineyards, Cape South Coast, Chardonnay 2022 75cl £33.34

A complex, expressive bouquet leads to a lively and mineral palate of apricot, mandarin, orange zest and white peach, with notes of toasted hazelnut on the long, elegant finish

White 13.5

Delaire Graff, Coastal Cuvee, Coastal Region, Sauvignon Blanc 2024 75cl £25.06

Rich in tropical fruit flavours complemented by notes of blackcurrant, gooseberry and nettle Beautifully balanced and complex with a long, crisp and refreshing finish

Rose 10.5

Les Grands Cedres, Rose d'Anjou 2024 75cl £13.63

This is a fruity wine with aromas of strawberry and confectionary together with hints of black pepper and a balanced sweetness

Red 13.5

Carpineto 'Farnito', Cabernet Sauvignon, Toscana 2019 75cl £30.59

Savoury and concentrated with a hint of cedar spice and green pepper on the layered finish

White 12.5

Les Petits Faiteaux, Sauvignon de Touraine 2024 75cl £15.19

Crisp, dry Sauvignon Blanc from Touraine with lively grapefruit and citrus flavours and a white peppery finish

Red 12.5

Oenops, 'Apla' Red 2023 75cl £17.16

Appealing aromas of cherry, fresh berries and a hint of tomato leaf lead to a juicy, fresh and intensely fruity palate, with great balance and a vibrant finish

White 13.5

Ktima Biblia Chora 'Ovilos' White, Pangeon, Semillon Assyrtiko 2024 75cl £37.46

Intense notes of white peach and exotic fruits combined with herbs and white pepper through to a lovely, long and mineral finish, rich and concentrated

White 11

Terre du Soleil, Pays d'Oc, Sauvignon Blanc 2024 75cl £10.84

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

Rose 13

MAIA, Cotes de Provence, Rose 2024 75cl £21.19

A delicate, pale pink dry rose, fresh and vibrant with aromas of wild strawberries, ripe peaches, and a hint of citrus