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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

Paul Jaboulet Aine, 'Le Grand Pompee', Saint-Joseph Rouge 2022 75cl £27.36

A beautifully balanced Saint-Joseph with fine tannins and layered notes of wild redcurrant and raspberry complemented by peppery spice and mineral notes

Red 13.5

Paul Jaboulet Aine, 'La Maison Bleue', Hermitage 2021 75cl £87.24

Seamlessly blending finesse and complexity, this stunning Hermitage shows wonderful purity of fruit, with Morello cherry, raspberry and floral notes enveloped by silky tannins

Red 13

Paul Jaboulet Aine, Domaine de Thalabert, Crozes-Hermitage 2021 75cl £35.64

A refined, expressive Crozes-Hermitage, with aromas of red fruits, delicate spice and floral notes Supple tannins envelop the fresh and beautifully balanced palate

White 14

Paul Jaboulet Aine, Domaine de Roure, Crozes-Hermitage Blanc 2021 75cl £52.61

A concentrated and fleshy Marsanne, with delicate aromas of honey flowers, apricot and a charming smoky note underpinned by bright minerality

Red 15

Paul Jaboulet Aine, Domaine de Roure, Crozes-Hermitage Rouge 2018 75cl £58.00

Rich layers of blackberry, black cherry, peppery herbs and chocolate envelope the ripe tannins and beautifully concentrated palate which shows terrific balance

White 13.5

Paul Jaboulet Aine, Domaine de Thalabert, 'Mule Blanche', Crozes-Hermitage 2022 75cl £35.89

Discreet aromas open with floral and peach notes Ample and generous on the palate, with notes of ripe pear and a lemon-peel finish underpinned by refreshing minerality

Red 13

Paul Jaboulet Aine, Domaine de Saint Pierre, Cornas 2021 75cl £71.20

A full bodied, yet elegant Cornas, with a fresh, spicy bouquet of raspberry, Morello cherry and subtle smoky notes Beautifully structured, with supreme balance and a long, supple finish

White 14

Paul Jaboulet Aine, 'Les Grands Amandiers', Condrieu 2021 75cl £89.93

A mineral style of Condrieu, with citrus, peach and lifted floral aromas A touch of creaminess brings depth, with zesty citrus notes leading to a fresh finish

White 12.5

Paul Jaboulet Aine, 'Le Grand Pompee', Saint-Joseph Blanc 2023 75cl £27.11

A beautifully balanced wine, with a creamy texture and expressive aromas of ripe pear and pineapple layered with light buttery notes and a fresh, saline finish

White 13

Paul Jaboulet Aine, 'Les Sauvageres', Saint Peray 2022 75cl £27.31

A subtle bouquet with mineral notes, gunflint and floral aromas of lime blossom Refreshing yet generously textured with mineral tones and ripe lemon flavours

White 13

Paul Jaboulet Aine, 'Les Jalets', Crozes-Hermitage Blanc 2023 75cl £23.40

A crisp, vivacious and exquisitely balanced wine boasting fragrant notes of white flowers, ripe pears and gunflint minerality Beautifully textured, with a long finish

Red 13

Paul Jaboulet Aine, 'Les Grandes Terrasses', Cornas 2021 75cl £42.25

A full-bodied and generous Cornas, with inviting red fruit, sweet spice and sandalwood aromas Velvety tannins supported by freshness impart fine balance

White 13

Paul Jaboulet Aine, 'Les Cassines', Condrieu 2020 75cl £44.32

A charming Condrieu with aromas of dried fruit, almond and hazelnut leading to a rounded, creamy palate with vine peach flavours carrying through to a long finish

Red 12.5

Paul Jaboulet Aine, 'Les Jumelles', Cote Rotie 2021 75cl £79.56

Enticing flavours of cassis and violet complement a remarkably silky and elegant palate

Red 13.5

Domaine des Pourthie, Pays d'Oc, Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 75cl £12.82

A fresh Cabernet from the South of France showing lovely typicity of leafy bell pepper and ripe cassis flavours

Red 14

Mount Langi Ghiran, Grampians, Talus Shiraz 2021 75cl £35.77

A beautifully balanced and complex Shiraz, with mocha notes interlaced with black forest fruits, framed by aniseed and a hint of truffle