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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 13.5

Neudorf, 'Rosie's Block Amphora', Nelson, Chardonnay 2023 75cl £38.96

An atypical, energetic and captivating Chardonnay with beautiful tension between fruit concentration and rockpool minerality

White 14

Neudorf, 'Rosie's Block', Moutere Chardonnay 2023 75cl £38.96

Guava, gun flint and lime blossom are elegantly framed by restrained used of oak, complex and voluptuously textured

White 13.5

Neudorf, 'Home Block', Moutere Chardonnay 2023 75cl £68.52

Notes of oyster shell, cashew nuts and gentle oak are gracefully intertwined Powerful and complex with lovely purity

White 12.5

Domaine Lafage, 'Les Sardines', Chardonnay 2024 75cl £11.06

A refreshing, full-flavoured Chardonnay with enticing notes of white peach, layered with mineral tones of crushed stone and a subtle hint of spice

White 12.5

J de Villebois, Val de Loire, Sauvignon Blanc 2024 75cl £15.54

Intense gooseberry and citrus aromas lead to a palate bursting with blackcurrant and green asparagus flavours Refreshing and crisp, with an uplifting finish

Rose 11.5

Llopart, Penedes, Corpinnat, Rose Brut Reserva, 2022 75cl £24.01

Pale salmon in colour, this refreshing and vibrant sparkling rose offers exuberant red fruits, a perfectly balanced palate and a moreish aftertaste

White 11.5

Llopart, Penedes, Corpinnat Brut Nature Reserva 2021 75cl £22.69

With lovely purity, the clean bouquet leads to a fine and persistent mousse and the perfect balance between subtle fruity notes and delicate tertiary ageing overtones

White 11.5

Llopart, Penedes, Corpinnat Brut Reserva 2022 75cl £20.45

A smooth and vibrant sparkling wine with a fine, constant mousse and clean, refreshing aromas of white peach and citrus notes layered with delicate biscuity nuances

Rose 11

Masottina, Collezione 96 Rose, Prosecco, Veneto 75cl £13.70

Fragrant aromas of wild strawberry and stone fruits with lovely freshness and a delicate fruity finish

White 11

Masottina, Collezione 96 Extra Dry, Prosecco, Veneto 75cl £13.19

Aromas of green apple, pear, and citrus blossom lead to a palate bursting with fresh fruit flavours Freshness is balanced by a touch of sweetness, characteristic of the Extra Dry style

White 11

Masottina, Collezione 96 Brut, Prosecco, Veneto 75cl £13.19

Collezione 96 Brut displays delicate aromas of green apple, citrus blossom, and white peach, elegant and subtle with a long harmonious finish

White 11

Masottina, Calmaggiore Extra Dry, Prosecco, Treviso 75cl £13.58

This Extra Dry Prosecco presents a lively bouquet of citrus fruits, green apple, and pear On the palate, it is delicately refreshing with a balanced sweetness and a persistent, elegant finish

White 11

Masottina, Calmaggiore Brut, Prosecco, Treviso 75cl £13.58

A crisp, elegant Prosecco with notes of green apple, pear and citrus, complemented by a fine, persistent mousse, full of finesse

White 11.5

Masottina, Contrada Granda Extra Dry, Prosecco Superiore 75cl £15.64

This Extra Dry Prosecco Superiore offers a delicate, floral aroma with hints of citrus and pear A beautifully balanced and subtly intense Prosecco

White 11.5

Masottina, Contrada Granda Brut, Prosecco Superiore 75cl £15.64

Elegant, crisp Prosecco Superiore Brut with aromas of citrus, pear, and apple and a creamy palate with fine bubbles and a lingering finish

White 11.5

Masottina RDO Levante Extra Dry, Rive Di Ogliano, Prosecco Superiore 2023 75cl £20.77

Aromas of wisteria, citrus and pear give way to a lively, saline palate A fresh, elegant Prosecco Superiore with a long, aromatic finish