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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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Rose 12

Wiston Estate Rose NV 75cl £41.28

This Rose NV bursts with aromatic notes of rhubarb and red fruits with a touch of wild roses and lemon zest, refreshing with sherbert and hibiscus notes on the finish

Red 13

Vina Kozlović, Istria, Teran 2023 75cl £19.30

Fresh and crunchy flavours of rhubarb and cranberry fruit with fennel hints, herbaceous and vibrant

White 13

Sula Vineyards 'Dindori Reserve', Maharashtra, Viognier 2024 75cl £14.39

Exotic and opulent tropical fruits with hints of jasmine and white pepper and a hint of balanced sweetness on the finish

White 12.5

Herdade do Rocim, Alentejano, 'Mariana' White 2024 75cl £13.42

A richly flavoured and aromatic wine with exuberant tropical and herbal notes complemented by a lovely citrus freshness on the zesty finish

White 9.5

Pelee Island, Icewine, Ontario, Vidal 2023 37.5cl £45.35

This dessert wine is lusciously sweet and smooth with rich, concentrated aromas of apricots and peaches and rich mango, wonderfully concentrated in flavour

White 13.5

Bellavista, Curtefranca Bianco, 'Uccellanda', Lombardy, 2020 75cl £42.11

Delicate hints of vanilla envelop quince and ripe citrus fruit through to a creamy and silky palate

Red 14

Antoine Olivier, 1er Cru Beaurepaire, Santenay 2022 75cl £52.69

A beautifully perfumed wine with delicate red fruit tones with a hint of black pepper together with a silky texture, long and elegant, classic red Burgundy

White 13

Urlar Organic Sauvignon Blanc 2024 75cl £15.07

This really is a gorgeous wine From North Island's Gladstone region, family-run organic producer, Urlar, sets out to produce a mellow, complex style of Sauvignon Blanc, while retaining bright freshness Around a quarter of the wine was fermented on the skins to add spice and texture to the final wine, which has beautiful grapefruit and melon notes The wine is then bottle-aged to bring about a seamless, harmonious marriage of all the components

Red 15

Badia a Coltibuono, 'Cultus', Chianti Classico Riserva 2019 75cl £33.80

A modern expression of Chianti showing elegant layers of balsamic notes, cherry, liquorice and chocolate with great harmony between its full texture and a lifted finish

White 12.5

'Pazo de Seoane', Albarino Loureiro, Rosal, Rias Baixas 2023 75cl £23.82

Crisp and vibrant with floral nuances of jasmine underpinned by elegant notes of citrus, pear and melon Lovely weight and structure leads to a refreshing, lively finish

Red 15

Tikveš, 'Babuna' Red 2022 75cl £24.70

A bold, fruit-driven Macedonian red with blackberry, cherry, and plum notes intertwined with violet and a hint of iodine, leading to a long, succulent finish

White 13

Tikveš, Temjanika, Luda Mara 2024 75cl £16.72

Aromatic dry Temjanika with elderflower, acacia, grape, and lime notes Crisp acidity, light body, and a refreshing citrusy finish

Red 14.5

Andrew Murray Vineyards, 'Tous les Jours', Santa Ynez Valley, Syrah 2022 75cl £24.88

A quintessential Syrah with complex notes of rich, black fruits layered with forest floor, white pepper and black olive Opulent and rich with superb balance

White 13.5

Andrew Murray Vineyards, 'Enchante', Santa Ynez Valley 2022 75cl £33.43

A rich, refreshing blend delivering vibrant minerality and wonderful balance, with notes of juicy melon, pear, marzipan and honey

White 13.5

Andrew Murray Vineyards, Santa Barbara County, Viognier 2023 75cl £33.43

A stunning cool-climate Viognier showing delicate floral notes, layered with honey and citrus aromas with an opulent texture and an uplifting fresh finish

Rose 14.5

Domaine Serge Laloue, Sancerre Rose 2023 75cl £27.07

A deliciously silky and balanced rose offering wild strawberry and kiwi layered with notes of watermelon and grapefruit, fresh with lovely purity of fruit