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1 Summer Wine Tasting & Lunch Davy s Wine Vaults, Greenwich Saturday 14 th May am 1.30pm

2 Table Plan Table Region & Style 1 Pol Roger, Cognac and Speyside Malt 2 Davy s Classics 3 Portugal Alentejo, Douro 4 Italy Sardinia, Maremma 5 Champagne, Burgundy, the Ardeche and Chile 6 Spain Navarra 7 Rioja, Argentina and Chile 8 Davy s Summer Selection 9 Cremant de Loire, Port, Sherry & Cognac To place your order after the event please call or orders@davy.co.uk

3 DAVY S SUMMER WINE TASTING 14 th MAY 2016 ORDER FORM orders@davy.co.uk NAME PHONE ADDRESS POSTCODE If out please leave... ALTERNATIVE DELIVERY ADDRESS: NAME ADDRESS PHONE POSTCODE If out please leave... QUANTITY WINE NAME / BIN NUMBER PRICE TOTAL TOTAL We will take your payment today on the card machine, please do not enter card details here unless discussed with a member of staff: CARD TYPE PLEASE TICK CARD NUMBER START DATE MASTERCARD VISA MAESTRO AMEX DINERS ISSUE No. EXPIRY AMEX SECURITY FOUR DIGIT

4 Table Number 1 Pol Roger, Cognac and Speyside Malt Champagne 1/1 Pol Roger Brut Reserve NV 12% abv Family-owned and independent, Pol Roger is blended from 30 still wines, an equal blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier in order to create Pol Roger Brut nv Champagne, also known as Foil. Lovely apple and brioche aromas with white floral notes on the nose, stone fruits and hazelnuts with hints of honey on the palate. A well rounded Champagne with a fine mousse and good acidity. 1/2 Pol Roger Rose Vintage %abv Mainly made from Pinot Noir grapes, this is a fragrant Champagne with wild strawberry and citrus aromas and notes of grapefruits. Very delicate with great intensity of flavour. 1/3 H by Hine VSOP 40% abv Floral on the nose with notes of jasmine, acacia, iris, lily of the valley, apricot and vanilla and velvet smooth on the palate. 1/4 Hine Rare VSOP 40% abv Notes of jasmine, acacia, vanilla, oak and fruit. Delicate, well-balanced, mellow and smooth on the palate. A Fine Champagne blend of over 25 cognacs. 1/5 Glenfarclas 10yo, Speyside Malt Whisky 40% abv Delicate smokiness and subtle spices on the nose with vanilla and honey. Dried fruit and cloves on the palate with a long, smooth finish.

5 Table Number 2 Davy s Classics 2/1 Davy s Sauvignon, Entre-Deux-Mers, Bordeaux AC, France 12% abv 8.95 Fresh and crisp, bursting with fruit flavours. Hints of gooseberry combine with rounded citrus flavours. Great acidity and balance on the palate. 2/2 Sancerre AC Cuvee Les Moulins Bales Leon Vatan, Loire, France % abv % Sauvignon Blanc. Clean fresh enticing fruit on the palate with a crisp gooseberry finish. 2/3 Solitar Riesling Trocken, SA Prum, Mosel Valley, Germany % abv Aromatic with scents of fresh apricot and peach, perfectly balanced by a dry finish and mineral character. With spring approaching, perfect with early asparagus or first of the season crab. 2/4 Pouilly Fuisse Aux Chailloux, Domaine Seve, Burgundy, France % abv Matured for 10 months in oak. Bright golden colour combining incredible aromas of ginger and delicate wood with intense notes of nuts, honeyed fruit and a delicate yet well structured mineral finish. Rose 2/5 St Sidoine Rose, Cotes de Provence, France % abv 9.50 Lovely fresh, dry style with soft strawberry fruit and a little honeysuckle. 2/6 Bourgogne Rouge, Domaine Paul Pillot, Burgundy, France % abv This Domaine produces wines that are excellent value for money. Since 2009 Thierry Pillot decided to pick early to retain acidity levels. His wine demonstrates real vivacity with juicy red fruits and a seamless structure. 2/7 Cotes du Rhone Les Promesses, Font de Michelle, Rhone, France % abv 9.50 Grapes are sourced near the famous Roman aquaduc Le Pont du Gard, south of the region. This is a generous Cote du Rhone with cassis and cherry flavours and liquorice and peppery notes. 2/8 Davy s Claret, Bordeaux Superieur, France 14% abv This is a brilliant example of classic Claret. Merlot dominant with rich, ripe red and black fruits, a touch of cedar and spice, supple and well balanced wonderful! 63% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc. 2/9 Vierkoppen Cabernet Sauvignon, Robertson, South Africa % abv Full bodied with notes of ripe plums, black cherry, cranberry and hints of vanilla. Just 3000 bottles produced. Aged for 24 months in oak barrels. 2/10 Château Tour St Bonnet, Cru Bourgeois, Haut Medoc, Bordeaux France % abv Intense blackberry, forest floor and a lovely floral note. Medium bodied, intense and rich. A great value wine that punches well above its weight.

6 Table Number 3 Portugal Alentejo, Douro 3/1 Quinta dos Arcas Penedo Gordo Branco, Alentejo, Douro Portugal % abv 7.95 Floral, citrus and minerally notes. Well balanced acidity and alcohol. 3/2 Altano Branco, Douro, Portugal % abv 9.75 Aromas of citrus and tropical fruits, such as lychee and passionfruit. With an exuberant and refreshing palate and persistent finish. 3/3 Quinta dos Arcas Penedo Gordo Tinto, Alentejo, Douro, Portugal % abv 7.95 berries, dried fruit, chocolate and spice. Soft tannins with a good structure. 3/4 Quinta de Sant Ana Pinot Noir, Alentejo, Portugal % abv Ruby colour with redcurrant and forest fruit aromas. Supple, juicy palate, fine body and freshness with good definition and lovely balance with a textural elegant finish. 3/5 Altano Organic, Douro, Portugal % abv A full, generous red that reflects the genuine character of the Douro. A light floral and red berry note on the nose leads to a full and fruity palate with raspberry and blackberry flavours. 3/6 Altano Reserva Quinta do Ataide, Douro, Portugal % abv Wonderfully expressive aromas of fragrant violets, typical of the Touriga Nacional grape. Rich and full-bodied, showing dark chocolate, black fruits and peppery spice. Aged for 12 months in American oak barrels. Great with red meats and spicy dishes.

7 Table Number 4 Italy - Sardinia, Maremma 4/1 Vermentino di Gallura Terra e Mare Bianco, Unmaredivino, Sardinia, Italy % abv Fresh and elegant with golden apple and grapefruit aromas. Ideal as an aperitif or with seafood dishes. 4/2 Vermentino di Gallura Biancosmeraldo, Unmaredivino, Sardinia, Italy % abv Complex nose of apples, white peaches and apricots with notes of rosemary and thistle. Elegant and fresh on the palate with a long finish. 4/3 Montauto Bianco, Maremma, Tuscany, Italy % abv Classical floral flavours with herbal notes of Vermentino mixing well with fruity flavours from Malvasia. Hint of minerality on the palate. A great value white wine with a crisp acidity. 4/4 Montauto Arcione, Maremma, Tuscany, Italy % abv The wine spends about 10 months in oak barrel on its lees. Dry and quite fresh, it s mediumbodied and shows mineral notes making it extremely drinkable and pleasant. Fresh, soft and very harmonious. 4/5 Montauto Gessaia, Maremma, Tuscany, Italy % abv Bright, with a straw-yellow colour and greenish shimmers. The nose is intense and long lasting and delivers elderberry and citrus notes as well as white pulp fruits. Dry and fresh on the palate, this is a delicate medium-bodied with a good balance. 4/6 Montauto Enos 1, Maremma, Tuscany, Italy % abv Intensely straw-coloured and crystalline, with a light greenish shimmer. It has fine and intense aromas of fresh citrus peel, white pulp fruits, aromatic herbs and a delicate floral bouquet. This is a dry fresh wine with a delicate body perfectly balanced. Long with complexity. 4/7 Colli el Limbara IGT, Terra e Mare Rosso, Unmaredivino, Sardinia, Italy % abv A young and pleasant wine with aromas or red berries and herbal notes. Round and well balanced on the palate it is great wine to pair with goat cheeses and olives. 4/8 Colli el Limbara IGT, Rossosmeraldo, Unmaredivino, Sardinia, Italy % abv Blackcurrant and red berry fruit aromas alongside guarrigue, mineral and oak scents. The palate is fresh and well balanced with round tannins and good length. 4/9 Colli el Limbara IGT, Oltremare, Unmaredivino, Sardinia, Italy % abv Maturing 18 months in French oak and a further 6 months in bottle, Oltremare reveals aromas of blackberry jam, red berries, tobacco and menthol. Round with fine tannins, this is a full bodied and robust wine that is now ready to drink. 4/10 Montauto Rosso, Maremma, Tuscany, Italy % abv An elegant wine with aromas of cherry and dark berries with a hint of violets. Good structure with firm tannin and a good acidity that keep the palate fresh. 4/11 Montauto Tiburzio, Maremma, Tuscany, Italy % abv After spending 16 months in French oak barrels, the wine has a deep colour with red berries and spicy aromas. Full bodied with velvety tannins, the palate is round with a good concentration of flavours.

8 Table Number 5 Champagne, Burgundy, the Ardeche and Latin America Sparkling 5/1 Gosset Brut Excellence NV Champagne 12% abv The intense nose bursts with fresh floral honeysuckle and white jasmine followed by exotic pineapple and mango flavours. 45% Pinot Noir, 36% Chardonnay and 19% Pinot Meunier. 5/2 Chardonnay l Ardeche, Louis Latour, Rhone, France % abv 9.50 A classic unoaked Chardonnay, showing fresh apple with crisp acidity and a smooth finish. 5/3 Rose Viu Manent Secret Sauvignon Blanc Reserva, Casablanca Valley, Chile % abv A generous and vibrant white with a lovely concentration of white peach, lime and pineapple notes. Very fresh and pure on the palate. 5/4 Viu Manent Rose, Colchagua Valley, Chile % abv This Malbec rose is a bright pale pink in colour. The nose presents subtle, fresh aromas of redfruits such as cherries, strawberries, and raspberries. The palate is light, fresh, fruity, nicely balanced with a persistent and pleasing finish. 5/5 Valmoissine Pinot Noir, Louis Latour, Rhone, France % abv 9.95 A stunning wine with a lovely plum and blackcurrant nose. Soft and silky with purity of ripe plums and rich spice. 5/6 Viu Manent Reserva Carmenere, Colchagua Valley, Chile % abv 8.95 Ruby-red with a violet hue. The nose presents great character and is marked by intense and elegant aromas of red and black fruits, berries, blueberries, cassis, plums, black pepper, damp earth, and blonde tobacco. The palate has medium structure with good balance and chalky tannins (typical of its origin in the La Capilla vineyard) leading to a long and complex finish. 5/7 Viu Manent Cabernet Sauvignon Grand Reserva, Colchagua Valley, Chile % abv Deep and intense ruby red in color. The complex nose is fresh and elegant with evolving aromas of cherries and blackcurrants and subtle notes of sweet spices, cigar box, and leather. The palate stands out for its soft texture. It has very good structure in balance with its pleasingly fresh and vibrant acidity. The finish is long, deep, and persistent /8 Viu Manent Vibo Punta del Viento, Colchagua Valley, Chile % abv Complex nose of forest fruits, berries and sweet spices. The palate is lush and deep with good tannic structure and a refreshing acidity. Long finish. 5/9 Viu Manent Vinedo Centenario, Colchagua Valley, Chile % abv Aromas of blackcurrants and cherries with subtle notes of toast and tobacco. The palate is rich, complex and very well structured with round tannins and fresh acidity. 5/10 Frapin Cognac VSOP 40% abv An elegantly packaged VSOP from veteran cognac house Frapin, blended from eaux-de-vie made exclusively from grapes from the Grande Champagne region of Cognac.

9 Table Number 6 Spain - Navarra Sparkling 6/1 Moscato de Ochoa, 2014 Ochoa Mido Navarra, Spain 5.5% abv Typical Muscat variety aromas with white roses, ripe fruits and citrus aromas. This is a sweet wine, fresh and elegant with discreet bubbles. 6/2 Ochoa Calendas Blanco 2015, Navarra, Spain 13% abv 8.95 Viura grape has high acidity that creates refreshing wines while Chardonnay brings the structure. Overall it is fruity and fresh with floral notes. 6/3 Ochoa Uvadoble 2014, Navarra, Spain 12.5% abv Fresh and delicate with aromas of citrus, apricot and stone fruits. Light and round on the palate with slightly creamy texture from Viognier grapes and good acidity from Viura. 6/4 Ochoa Calendas Tinto 2015, Navarra, Spain 13% abv 8.95 Lovely red wine with intense and ripe red berry aromas from the Garnacha grape and good structure with round tannins from Tempranillo. 6/5 Ochoa Reserva 2008, Navarra, Spain 14% abv With ripe black fruit and spicy aromas, it is a full bodied wine balanced with round tannins. 6/6 Ochoa Mil Gracias 2010, Navarra, Spain 13.5% abv Dessert Very ripe black fruit with white pepper aromas and mineral notes. Medium to full body with soft and pleasant tannins. 6/7 Ochoa Moscatel 2014, Navarra, Spain 13.5% abv Great aromas with notes of honey, toasted bread, raisins and orange blossom. It is well balanced with a silky texture.

10 Table Number 7 Rioja, Argentina and Chile Description 7/1 Ventisquero Sauvignon Blanc, Casablanca Valley, Chile % abv 8.95 Pale green in colour, delicate on the nose with aromas of lemon and grapefruit. A refreshing blend of citrus and mineral notes. Very well balanced, this is classic great value Chilean Sauvignon. Bottle Price 7/2 Finca las Moras Reserva Chardonnay, San Juan, Argentina % abv 9.95 This Chardonnay was fermented 50% in barrel and 50% in tank and aged on its lees. The result is a refreshing wine with aromas of fresh apples and a smooth palate. 7/3 Davy's Vinos Altos Rioja DOC Crianza, Spain % abv 8.95 Powerful nose with layers of black and red fruits, leading to a fruit driven palate integrated with a deep minerality, and gentle oaky notes on the finish. 7/4 Vina Amate Rioja Reserva DOC, Spain % abv Deep ruby red in colour, with sumptuous aromas of dark cherry, leather and spice. Fleshy and savoury notes combine on the palate providing wonderful balance between the fruit and the oak characteristics. The finish is long with supple tannins. 7/4a Also available as a magnum /5 Ventisquero VV Queulat Pinot Noir Grand Reserva, Casablanca Valley, Argentina % abv 9.95 Delicate and complex nose of cherry and strawberry, palate of strawberry with vanilla and hints of buttery toast. Lovely finish with firm, soft tannins. 7/6 Ventisquero Reserva Merlot, Maipo Valley, Argentina % abv 8.95 An elegant wine, deep in colour, with aromas of ripe fruits and notes of vanilla. 7/7 Ventisquero Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva, Colchagua, Argentina % abv 8.95 A warm hearted, generous Cabernet with delightful bramble fruit flavours and a satisfying structure. The grapes are grown in the Colchagua Valley which, thanks to its proximity to the sea, is relatively cool and has a longer ripening period. 7/8 Finca las Moras Reserva Malbec, San Juan, Argentina % abv 9.95 An incredible Malbec from the oldest producing wine region in Argentina. High altitude combined with irrigation of the purest snow melt in the Andes creates a Malbec with bold dark fruits, savoury notes and hints of spice on the finish. 7/9 Finca las Moras Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon, San Juan, Argentina % abv Spicy aromas of green pepper, ripe red fruits and blackberries. Fruity on the palate with hints of dark chocolate and well intergrated oak. The finish is persistent with fine tannins and silky texture. 7/10 Finca las Moras Grand Syrah, San Juan, Argentina % abv The French oak gives this superb Syrah complex aromas of red fruit, tobacco, smoke and chocolate. Full bodied on the palate with a creamy and robust mouth-feel, lots of juicy red berry fruit, hints of peppery spice and a long, lingering aftertaste. 7/11 Vitola Rioja Reserva Miguel Merino, Spain % abv A complex and expressive Reserva wine. Ripe fruit aromas with clove and pepper spice. Tobacco, liquorice and coffee on the palate. Fresh, intense, long and well-balanced.

11 Table Number 8 Davy s Summer Selection Sparkling 8/1 Prosecco Extra Dry, Botter, Veneto, Italy NV 11% abv 9.50 Pale yellow gold in colour offering a bouquet of pear drops, lemon and melon. Light and fresh on the palate with a clean finish. 8/2 Picpoul de Pinet Belardent, Languedoc, France % abv 8.95 Clean and crisp palate displaying white flowers and white peaches. Very refreshing and enjoyable. Picpoul de Pinet vineyards are located in on the edges of the Thau Lagoon in Languedoc, South France; they are regarded as some of the oldest in the Mediterranean. Picpoul has been growing in the area for centuries. 8/2 Signal Cannon Chenin, Paarl, South Africa 12.5% abv 7.95 Medium bodied with aromas of apple and spiced pear. This wine has a rounded and generous mouthfeel with a steely, fresh finish. 8/3 Mount Brown Sauvignon Blanc, Waipara, New Zealand 12% abv Intense passionfruit and ripe tropical fruits on the nose. Pineapple and exotic fruit flavours backed up by a lemon-lime minerality lead this fine, well-balanced wine to a palate of great depth and flavour with a dry citrus finish. 8/4 Sidewood Chardonnay, Adelaide Hills, Australia % abv Notes of vanilla, pear and melon. Lovely fresh green apples, with touches of vanilla adding complexity. Six months barrel ageing give a round toasty note whilst still retaining a fresh purity. Rose 8/5 Mediterranee Rose IGP, Provence, France % abv 8.45 Light and delicate rose with rose petal aroma and wild red berry flavour with a touch of saltiness. 8/6 Vondeling Merlot Rose, Paarl, South Africa % abv % unoaked and aged on its yeast lees for 6 months to allow it to fill out and gain complexity. The result is an enticing bouquet of rose petals, red currents, tropical fruit and citrus. Refreshing and vibrant, with red berry flavours, floral undertones, candied citrus and a crisp finish. 8/7 Mount Brown Pinot Noir, Waipara, New Zealand % abv A family owned vineyard on the western side of the Waipara Valley. This is a well-balanced wine with blackberry and cherry flavours and soft tannins. A great accompaniment to game dishes. 8/8 Brouilly Les Thibaults, Loron, Beaujolais, France % abv Made from 45 year old Gamay vines grown in deep sandy soil at the foot of Mount Brouilly. A deep intense ruby colour revealing aromas of fresh red fruit. The mouth is supple and well supported by silky tannins. 8/9 Armigero Sangiovese di Romagna DOC Reserva, Italy % abv 7.95 A superb wine from the Emilia-Romagna region. Ruby red with lashings of ripe cherries, dried fruit and spice, light and fruity on the palate, a corker with a bowl of spag bol. 8/10 Signal Cannon Merlot, Paarl, South Africa % abv 7.95 Medium bodied, soft and round. Ripe, plummy black fruits with a faint waft of gun smoke.

12 Table Number 9 Sparkling, Port, Sherry & Cognac Sparkling 9/1 Domaine Langlois-Cremant de Loire Brut NV 12.5% abv An elegant traditional sparkling method, lively, fresh and elegant with complex fruit notes quince, peach and grapefuit. 9/2 Domaine Langlois-Cremant de Loire Rose Brut NV 12.5% abv Perfumed red fruits, fresh, lively and full bodied. 9/3 Domaine Langlois-Château Saumur Blanc, Loire, France % abv Clean and direct on the palate the wine is perfectly balanced with lovely aromas of dry, ripe fruit and a hint of Chenin richness. 100% Chenin Blanc. 9/4 Domaine Langlois-Château Saumur Blanc Vieilles Vignes, Loire, France % abv The perfect definition of a Chenin Blanc made with vines over 35 years old. The nose is full of butter mixed with apple and oaky aromas and a hint of minerality. Round and creamy on the palate it is well balanced with a good acidity that retains the freshness even though its already 6 years old. Lots of baked apple and nutty flavours and a good length. 9/5 Domaine Langlois-Château Saumur Rouge, Loire, France % abv Delicious aromas of raspberry, cassis and tarragon, lure you into a palate with supple rounded tannins displaying notes of rich red fruits. 9/6 Domaine Langlois-Château Saumur Champigny Vieilles Vignes, Loire, France % abv Port The big brother to the basic Saumur Rouge made with vines over 30 years old, hand selected and harvested from 4 small vineyards. Aged in 500 litre oak barrels for 8 months the style is richer and more complex. Beautiful intense dark ruby colour with crimson highlights. Expressive nose with refined oak and a mix of ripe fruit, spices and a clutch of toasted notes. Rich, concentrated palate with closely-integrated, silky tannins /6 Fonseca Crusted Port, Bicentenary Edition % abv To commemorate 200 years of family tradition and achievement, Fonseca has made a limited release of a Bicentenary Edition Crusted Port. Powerful aromas of dark berry fruit, raspberry, redcurrants and a hint of mint. Complex palate with firm tannin balanced and a great finish. Sherry 9/7 Hidalgo Pastrana Manzanilla Pasada, Jerez, Spain 20% abv A top notch Manzanilla made from grapes sourced solely from the Pastrana vineyard. This is a Pasada style, meaning the wine has been aged for longer in American oak casks. Aromas are delicate and yeasty. On the palate it s dry, crisp and elegant with hints of roasted nuts. A real pleasure for Sherry lovers. 9/8 Hidalgo Napoleon Amontillado, Jerez, Spain 17.5% abv Madeira Rich and full with flavours of hazelnuts. Dry and refined with a long finish. 9/9 H&H Special Dry Madeira, Portugal 19% abv Delicious and dry with a warm maturity. Aperitif best served chilled.

13 UPCOMING TASTINGS Summer Annual Wine Tasting and Lunch Date: Saturday 18 th June 2015, 10:00am - 1:30pm Venue: The Cooperage at Davy s Wine Vault s, Greenwich High Road, SE10 8JA Tickets: This is a fantastic day with over 70 wines open to sample and experts on hand to advise, followed by a delicious four course luncheon in Davy s Wine Vaults. Sipsmith Cocktail Masterclass Date: Wednesday 22 nd June 2015, 6:30pm or Wednesday 14 th September, 6:30pm Venue: Factory House, 37 Leadenhall Place, London EC3M 7AA Tickets: Discover this Superb Gin and Vodka from the first company to distill in London for over 100 years. We ll be joined by an expert from the Sipsmiths team who will also guide you through making some classic cocktails before giving you free rein to test your own skills. Tasting will include 4 classic cocktails and 1 for you to create. Sip Into Summer Rose Tasting Evening Date: Thursday 7 th July 2015, from 7:00pm Venue: Davy s Wine Vaults, Greenwich High Road, London SE10 8jA Tickets: includes tasting and nibbles With summer approaching, it s the perfect time to learn what makes a great rose and more about the diversity of styles to try. At this informal tasting we will try 6 wines, ranging from delicately coloured Provence rose to a vibrant English version, taking in Chile, the Loire and South Africa, alongside some nibbles. The evening begins with a glass of Italian sparkling Raboso rose. Bespoke Tasting Packages Here at Davy s we re passionate about wine and really enjoy being able to pass our knowledge onto our discerning customers. We have put together a number of tasting packages that are both fun and educational. These events are great for getting the team or a group of friends together for a unique experience and can always be followed by some tasty homemade food in one of our wine bars. These events can take the form of a sit down tutored tasting, or for larger groups a more informal set up where everyone can taste through the wines at their own pace. Prices start from 20 per person and include six tasting wines. Tasting packages include classic grape varieties, Old World versus New World wines or even a blind tasting. For more information or to book call us on or buy online at

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