RED WINES
Claret
1. Ch Charron Les Gruppes, AC Côtes de Blaye 2002 £28.95
Deep ruby in colour, full bodied, good depth of fruit on the palate balanced by soft tannins
2. Ch Siran, Grand Cru Exceptionnel, Margaux 1998 £48.00
Matured in wood for 2 years with one third in new oak, resulting in a stylish wine which is aromatic, has good body, creamy-spicy fruit, good length and obvious class
Burgundy
3. Pinot Noir Bourgogne AC, Latour 2008 £24.95
A spicy, velvety smooth wine which has ample fruit on the palate and a deliciously fragrant aroma
4. Corton, Domaine Latour Grand Cru AC, Latour 1995 £77.95
This beautiful aged Pinot Noir is brick red/brown, has a wonder nose, and is full of vibrancy
Beaujolais
5. Fleurie AC, Latour 2007 £31.75
Fresh, floral and fragrant; a well structured wine with a good depth of fruit
Rhone
6. Côtes du Rhone
Vieux Manoir du Frigoulas’ AC, Robert Alain 2006 £19.75
A light, easy-drinking wine, with soft, cherry fruit on the palate
Languedoc
7. Les Hautes Clochers Merlot Grenache 2004 £25.50
A full bodied wine which has a good concentration of ripe fruit. The aroma is reminiscent of blackberries and spice, and the finish is softly tannic
Spain
8. La Emperatriz Tempranillo, DOC Rioja 2008 £21.50
Bright cherry colour with a touch of violet around the rim. An intense nose reminiscent of red fruits, strawberries, caramelised apple and orange peel.
9. La Emperatriz Reserva, DOC Rioja 2001 £37.75
Bright cherry coloured with a great complexity of balsamic aromas and scents of black fruits, cocoa and orange peel. A velvety palate with a hint of mahogany and softening tannins leading to a fruity finish.
Italy
10. Chianti Natio Organic Cecchi 2007 £24.95
Produced from organically grown grapes. This wine captures the essence of small Vineyard parcels situated within the historic Chianti
Australia
11. Bests Shiraz 2005 £27.00
Soft generous berry fruits and spice reflect the intensity and complexity of this wine. From Victoria
USA
12. Hayes Ranch Shiraz, Livermore Valley Wente 2006 £23.95
This well known grape variety is well balanced with a dense ruby colour and a rich, spicy black cherry fruit palate
Chile
13. Cornellana Merlot Rapel Valley 2009 £18.75
An elegant and refined wine with a marked fruitiness characteristic of the Merlot grape; strong, spicy black pepper, full of harmony and soft on the palate
14. Lauca Pinot Noir, Maule Valley 2008 £22.95
This wine is dominated by red cherry flavours and light spices, it is well balanced with vanilla and leather characters
15. Montes Classic Merlot Oak Aged, Curico Valley 2007 £24.75
An elegant and refined wine with a marked fruitiness characteristic of the Merlot grape; strong, spicy black pepper, full of harmony and soft on the palate
Argentina
16. Black River Malbec Patagonia 2007 £19.00
Deep ruby colour with an excellent bouquet of berries, plums and chocolate. The wine has balanced tannins and ripe fruit on the palate
17. Cristobal 1492 Bonarda, Mendoza 2006 £21.50
Deep purple in colour, this wine has a fruity, expressive bouquet, is well balanced and harmonious, with firm tannins and good structure
South Africa
18. Foot of Africa, Pinotage Kleine Zalze Estate, Stellenbosch 2007 £22.50
The wine shows a lot of berry, herby, cigar box flavours with a hint of typical sweet Pinotage aromas. The ripe and well structured fruit tannins are well-integrated with the wood and gives the wine a long smooth aftertaste.
19. Delheim Shiraz, Simonsberg Stellenbosch 2005 £34.25
Intense berry fruit, backed by black pepper aromas. A mouth-watering, full-bodied wine which lingers on the palate
WHITE WINE
Burgundy
20. Macon Lugny ‘les Genievres’ AC, Latour 2008 £24.75
A delicious, easy to drink, dry Chardonnay – very full and fruity
21. Chablis Domaine de L’Eglantiere AC, Durup 2008 £30.50
A concentrated un-oaked Chardonnay, peach and melon flavours on the palate and a crisp, flinty finish
22. Pouilly Fuisse AC, Latour 2007 £40.25
Dry, typically Macon Blanc style; rich fruit on the palate with a firm texture
22. Puligny Montrachet AC, Premier Cru, Latour 1996 £70.95
A3superb Chardonnay. Full and fruity, giving a deep, luscious golden wine of outstanding quality
Loire
24. Muscadet de Sevre et Maine AC 2007 £18.75
Dry, light bodied wine with good balance of fruit and acidity, and a refreshing aromatic finish
25. Sancerre ‘Les Romains’ AC, Fouassier 2007 £32.50
This wine is medium to full bodied with a rich taste of gooseberries; it is concentrated in flavour with a crisp, flinty finish
Languedoc
26. Toques et Clochers Autan 2005 £27.50
A smooth, rich wine which has a buttery taste, with undertones of peaches and citrus fruits, whilst the finish has subtle hints of caramel
Spain
27. Emperatriz Viura, DOC Rioja 2008/9 £19.75
From one of the finest producers in Rioja comes this remarkable white wine with soft rounded vanilla, pear and cream characters
Italy
28. Orvieto Classico DOC Cecchi 2008 £24.75
Light golden in colour this dry wine has a delicate almond aftertaste. Excellant with fish and white meat dishes
Australia
29. Best’s Chardonnay 2005 £26.50
Aromas of flint and stone fruit balanced with subtle amounts of oak. The palate shows great richness, complexity and balance while still remaining elegant and subtle.
New Zealand
30. Babich Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough 2008 £25.50
A ripe, full bodied Sauvignon Blanc, having intense flavour and a crisp, refreshing finish
31. Alpha Domus Viognier, Hawkes Bay 2007 £40.50
Peaches and cream aromas are complemented by hints of pear and lemongrass. The oak influence adds spices and subtle smoky characters. Nectarine and mango flavours open the palate, while sweet mandarin, pear and tropical fruit provide a long finish.
Chile
32. Estampa VC Viognier Chardonnay, Colchagua Valley 2008 £19.95
Intense citrus and sub-tropical fruit flavours, a touch of honey balanced by fresh acidity, and a creamy texture
33. Casa Silva Reserva Sauvignon Blanc Curico Valley 2008 £24.50
Pale yellow with green hues. On the nose, fresh and powerful, with notes of gooseberry. On the palate, citric, with excellent acidity and notes of bananas. Long, agreeable finish.
Argentina
34. Cristobal 1492 Chardonnay, Mendoza 2008 £23.00
An elegant and crisp bouquet with notes of exotic fruit is combined with a balance that is harmonious and an aftertaste that is delicate.
South Africa
34. Foot of Africa, Estate Chenin Kleine Zalze Estate, Stellenbosch 2008 £21.25
This wine has strong lime and tropical pineapple aromas that are complimented with a long clean crisp finish.
Rosé
35. Pinot Grigio Rosato IGT Orizzonti 2008 £18.50
A classic light Italian Rose, with a clean fresh finish
36. Marques de Caceres Rosé (Spain) 2009 £18.50
Fragrant, dry and quite delicious
VIN DU PATRON
Red
37. Vanel Merlot, Vin de Pays D’OC 2007 £15.75
Purplish crimson in colour, a fruity and peppery bouquet, with a subtle aroma of blackcurrants and raspberries
38.Lauca Cabernet Sauvignon Maule Valley 2007 £19.75
A youthful and aromatic ruby red wine, this Cabernet Sauvignon is well rounded and soft balance tannins
White
40. Pinot Grigio IGT Orizzonti 2009 £16.60
A well rounded wine with hints of apple.
41. Honoré de Berticot Sauvignon Blanc, AC 2009 £16.95
Intense mineral and elderflower aromas, good fruit on the palate and a crisp, dry finish
42. Niersteiner Gutes Domtal, QbA 2008 £15.50
Medium bodied, with rich tropical fruit, lemon and mineral flavours, and a fresh finish
PUDDING WINE
43. Deen Vat 5 Botrytis Semillon Half Bottle 2006 £18.00
Of outstanding character, honeyed fruit, candied citrus, smoothly lush texture and a tangy finish
PORTS
Grahams 10 year old Tawny £45.00 a bottle
Cockburns 1991 Vintage £65.00 a bottle
SPARKLING WINE
44. Perelada Cava Brut Reserva (Spain) NV £20.75
An unmistakable toasty aroma, a firm mousse and a clean, fresh palate of distinctive fruit
CHAMPAGNE
45. Bernard Gaucher Brut NV £39.95
Made from 100% Pinot Noir, this Champagne is dry, medium bodied, well balanced and full of flavour
46. Bernard Gaucher Rosé NV £42.00
A superb Champagne having an elegant perfumed nose, stylish fruit structure and fine mousse. There is complexity and firmness on the finish
47. Louis Roederer Brut Premier N.V £64.00
Brut Premier is the embodiment of Louis Roederer style, combining all the fruitiness And freshness of youth with the vinosity of a fully mature wine. This is a structured And elegantly mature wine, with a lively attack and a smooth palate.
HALF BOTTLES
Red
1h. Côtes du Rhone,
‘Vieux Manoir du Frigoulas’ AC, Robert Alain 2006 £11.65
A light, easy-drinking wine, with soft, cherry fruit on the palate
White
2h. Montes Sauvignon Blanc Curico Valley 2007 £11.95
Aromas of tropical fruits, full, rich, though refreshing palate, with bursting flavours of ripe fruit
Champagne
3h. Bernard Gaucher Brut NV £23.00
Made from 100% Pinot Noir, this Champagne is dry, medium bodied, well balanced and full of flavour
Wines by the glass 175ml / 250ml
Red
Vanel Merlot VDP D’OC £3.95 / £5.20
Cornellana Merlot, Rapel Valley £4.75 / £6.45
Hayes Ranch Shiraz, Wente Livermore Valley £5.75 / £8.00
White
Pinot Grigio IGT Orizzonti £4.15 / £5.50
Honore de Berticot Sauvignon, AC Cotes de Duras £4.25 / £5.75
Macon Lugny ‘les Genievres’ AC latour £5.75 / £8.00
Rose
Pinot Grigio Rosato IGT Orizzonti £4.50 £6.00
Champagne
Bernard Gaucher Brut NV £7.50 By the Glass