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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 13.7

Peterson Winery, Mendo Blendo, Tollini Vineyard, Redwood Valley 2022 75cl £22.33

A smooth, balanced, yet robust blend showing ripe blackberry, black plum Richly-fruited, with spicy pepper and cedar on the finish

White 14.5

Senses Wines, BA Thieriot, Sonoma Coast, Chardonnay 2019 75cl £186.05

A racy style, showing incredible minerality, hints of lemon curd, floral and brioche notes through to a rich, toasty palate with flawless balance

White 14.5

Senses Wines, El Diablo, Russian River, Chardonnay 2020 75cl £110.62

Aromas of flamboyant pineapple, orange blossom and hints of marzipan and lemongrass lead to a palate with lovely tension, tropical fruit and great purity

White 14.5

Senses Wines, Russian River Valley, Chardonnay 2021 75cl £88.34

A beautifully textured Chardonnay with bright crunchy fruit complemented by hints of honeysuckle, lime blossom and beeswax, finishing with a touch of ginger

Red 14.5

Paso d'Oro, Paso Robles, Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 75cl £33.78

Smooth and delicious, the opulent palate is bursting with black cherry, cassis and chocolate through to an elegant and sustained finish

White 14.2

Chimney Rock, Napa Valley, Elevage Blanc 2023 75cl £61.27

An elegant white, with inviting aromas of fresh peach, apricot and passion fruit layered with hints of jasmine, brioche and caramel Beautiful minerality on the palate leads to a bright, refreshing finish

Red 13

Sanford, Sta Rita Hills, Founders Vine Pinot Noir 2016 75cl £113.93

White 13

Sanford, Sta Rita Hills, La Rinconada Chardonnay 2021 75cl £61.99

White 13

Sanford, Sta Rita Hills, La Rinconada Chardonnay 2020 75cl £61.99

Red 14.8

Chimney Rock, Tomahawk, Stags Leap District, Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 75cl £160.50

This opulent and rich Cabernet Sauvignon sings with complex notes of damson, cherry, blackberry, cedar, tobacco and a hint of caramel

Red 14.8

Chimney Rock, Stags Leap District, Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 75cl £123.82

A rich, smooth Cabernet Sauvignon blend with abundant aromas of blackcurrant and cherry, layered with hints of mocha, vanilla and floral notes

Red 14.8

Chimney Rock, Stags Leap District, Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 75cl £123.82

A rich, smooth Cabernet Sauvignon blend with abundant aromas of blackcurrant and cherry, layered with hints of mocha, vanilla and floral notes

White 13

Sanford, Sta Rita Hills, Chardonnay 2023 75cl £41.04

Elegant and stylish, with enticing notes of grilled peach, lemon and toasted hazelnuts layered with bright fruit and honeycomb Richly textured with a long finish

White 12

Groot Constantia, Grand Constance, Constantia 2021 37.5cl £56.00

This legendary sweet wine delights with aromas of caramel, toffee and dried fruit The natural acidity beautifully balances the sweetness of the wine, leaving a very elegant and persistent finish

Red 14

Groot Constantia, Gouverneurs Reserve, Constantia 2022 75cl £38.77

Ripe rich flavours of blackcurrant with hints of cedar, chocolate and graphite enveloped in a restrained elegant style Very fine Bordeaux blend from this historic estate in South Africa

Red 14

Groot Constantia, Constantia, Shiraz 2022 75cl £25.31

Smooth, earthy and savoury with spice and brambly fruit through to a long and peppery finish