TASTING NOTES MOST IMPORTANTLY.

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2 TASTING NOTES If you are unsure of what wine to choose, or looking to try something different, we ve put together some hinte and tips below to help with your selection. BALANCE Balance is key when matching wine with food. Richer, full-flavoured wines will work best with hearty dishes, while subtle dishes work much better with delicate wines so that neither the wine nor the food dominates the flavours. INGREDIENTS Sauces are often the dominant element of a dish, so try choosing a wine to match sauce first, then the main ingredient. For example, a peppercorn sauce on your steak will go wonderfully with a Cabernet Sauvignon. NATIONALITY Food often goes best with wines from the same country or region as they have grown up together! So if you are eating French food, try matching it with French wine. WHITE BEFORE RED If you are planning on matching wines to each course, it is better to start with lighter, younger wines which are normally the whites before moving onto the heavier older reds. MOST IMPORTANTLY. FOLLOW YOUR INSTINCT It s your taste that matters. While our tips should help you make your selection, there are no right or wrongs with wine so if it tastes good for you, go with it! *Allergies & Intolerances* Should you have concerns about a allergy or intolerance please speak to our staff before you order. MC89164SC

3 CHAMPAGNE & SPARKLING WINE 125ml Bottle LOUIS DORNIER ET FILS BRUT A light, fresh, vigorously youthful Champagne with a fine, elegant, slightly lemony nose, lively mousse and long, crisp palate. Outstanding value and consistently good. There is a high percentage of Pinot grapes (both Noir and Meunier) in the blend Food pairing: Seafood TAITTINGER BRUT RÉSERVE NV Light, delicate and elegant; dry, fresh and balanced with a green fruit and citrus character. Produced from first pressings, with up to 20% of reserve wine used to ensure consistency of style from year to year. The blend is 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 25% Pinot Meunier; it receives three to four years ageing prior to release, this results in subtle hints of biscuit and brioche Food pairing: Fish TAITTINGER ROSÉ BRUT RÉSERVE NV This rosé is stylish and dry with delicious summer fruit aromas and a long, full-bodied flavour Food pairing: Fish SANTA FOSCA PROSECCO EXTRA DRY The soft bubbles marry together with the flavours of green apple and pear, with a hint of honeysuckle Food pairing: Olives, nuts and nibbles GALANTI PROSECCO EXTRA DRY Shows the typical fruit spectrum of apple and pear with a hint of peach; followed by a fine, persistent, soft fizz Food pairing: Olives, nuts and nibbles ROSÉ WINE 125ml 175ml 250ml Bottle EL VELERO TEMPRANILLO ROSADO, VALDEPEÑAS A soft and juicy rosé showing notes of strawberry and citrus Food pairing: Mediterranean salads, grilled fish, balsamic dressings, pan fried chicken, pork, spicy Asian dishes D' VINE MERLOT ROSÉ, ITALIA A strawberry-fruited rosé, with a fresh, just off-dry finish Food pairing: Mediterranean salads, grilled fish, balsamic dressings, pan fried chicken, pork, spicy Asian dishes ANTONIO RUBINI PINOT GRIGIO ROSÉ, PAVIA A copper, or ramato, coloured rosé made from Pinot Grigio grapes grown in north-east. The nose shows aromas of wild flowers, vanilla and strawberry; the palate is refreshing with delicate fruit flavours Food pairing: Mediterranean salads, grilled fish, balsamic dressings, pan fried chicken, pork, spicy Asian dishes

4 WHITE WINE 125ml 175ml 250ml Bottle EL VELERO VERDEJO BLANCO, VALDEPEÑAS The Verdejo grape is an aromatic variety, this wine shows melon and green apple on the palate with floral notes on the finish Food pairing: Caesar salad, firm white fish, salmon, sea bass, creamy sauces, pesto, roast white meats, gammon, sweeter Thai dishes, mild Indian dishes, semi soft cheese or brie MONTE VERDE SAUVIGNON BLANC, CENTRAL VALLEY Chile Grapes from vines planted in the Central Valley provide raw material for this crisp, zesty Sauvignon Blanc with tropical fruit flavours Food pairing: Salads, delicate fish, light creamy herb based sauces, chicken, less sweet Thai dishes, moderately spiced fish CULLINAN VIEW CHENIN BLANC, WESTERN CAPE South Africa South Africa s most popular grape variety. Youthful, fruity character and a fresh, zesty acidity. Very well-balanced Food pairing: Caesar salad, firm white fish, salmon, sea bass, creamy sauces, pesto, roast white meats, gammon, sweeter Thai dishes, mild Indian dishes, semi soft cheese or brie LA PRENSA CHARDONNAY The wine undergoes a short period of cold maceration and fermentation for up to days. It is followed by an ageing period on lees to produce an elegant, fresh and fruity wine. With flavours of apple, peach and fennel round of with a creamy finish Food pairing: Caesar salad, firm white fish, salmon, sea bass, creamy sauces, pesto, roast white meats, gammon, sweeter Thai dishes, mild Indian dishes, semi soft cheese or brie DACIANA PINOT GRIGIO, BANAT The first records of viticulture in the Banat region date back from the period of the Roman invasion of Dacia, in the early 245 AD. Earlier legends tell of the god of wine Bacchus spending his childhood here. The blessing of the legendary gods of wine has continued to protect the destiny of the vineyards. The people here have not been satisfied to live on the glory of the past and have invested heavily in the last few years to transform tradition into outstanding wines. Opulent aromas of grapefruit and peach that follow through to the palate and combine with melon, green apples and citrus fruit Food pairing: Salads, delicate fish, light creamy herb based sauces, chicken, less sweet Thai dishes, moderately spiced fish DA LUCA PINOT GRIGIO, TERRE SICILIANE Romania A richly flavoured Pinot Grigio, which has benefited from ripening in the Sicilian sunshine, some Viognier is included in the wine, about 15%, which gives it aromatic notes. Show aromas of white flowers, pink grapefruit and Cox s apple; the palate displays melon and guava flavours with a crisp acidity and a note of richness Food pairing: Feta, seafood, light olive oil based sauces or contrasts well with rich sauces, light chicken dishes, lightly spiced seafood dishes, mild cheeses, halloumi BOUCHARD AÎNÉ & FILS CHARDONNAY, VIN DE FRANCE Vinified in stainless steel tanks, and then matured in oak barrels for six months; shows complex, floral notes, hints of toast, honey and fresh fruit on the nose. The palate is dry with supple flavours, well-balanced, fresh and mellow. Food pairing: Feta, seafood, light olive oil based sauces or contrasts well with rich sauces, light chicken dishes, lightly spiced seafood dishes, mild cheeses, halloumi

5 RED WINE 125ml 175ml 250ml Bottle EL VELERO TEMPRANILLO TINTO, VALDEPEÑAS Cherry-red Tempranillo that shows strawberry and fruits of the forest on its smooth and velvety palate Food pairing: Smoked meats, grilled vegetables, tuna, bolognese & tomato MONTE VERDE MERLOT, CENTRAL VALLEY Chile Deep-coloured and intensely juicy yet light and supple on the palate; part of the blend is oak-aged, which softens the finish Food pairing: Smoked meats, grilled vegetables, tuna, bolognese & tomato LA PRENSA CABERNET SAUVIGNON The grapes from this fruit packed wine, come from a sun-baked river valley in central that get over 2,500 hours of sunshine a year. Vinified in a state of the art winery, the grape s soft fruity aromas and clean, fresh taste are retained Food pairing: Smoked meats, grilled vegetables, tuna, bolognese & tomato SHORT MILE BAY SHIRAZ Australia Deep-coloured and full-bodied with lots of rich berry fruit on the palate and a pinch of pepper spice so typical of Shiraz. Food Pairing: Cod with pancetta, chorizo, light pork dishes, light Indian dishes, jerk chicken, cheddar, brie LOS ROMEROS MALBEC, CENTRAL VALLEY Chile It's not only the Argentines that make Malbec! This wine is made from old vines and as a result has a good depth of flavour and concentration. Black cherry, plum, bramble and plum blossom marry well with blackcurrant and spice Food pairing: Smoked meats, grilled vegetables, tuna, Bolognese & tomato MARQUÉS DE MORANO RIOJA CRIANZA Made from Tempranillo and Mazuelo grapes which are matured for at least a year in cask followed by at least a year in bottle to give that classic smooth oaky taste. Food pairing: Smoked meats, grilled vegetables, tuna, Bolognese & tomato BOURGOGNE PINOT NOIR, BOUCHARD AÎNÉ & FILS After fermentation, the wine is aged in barrels for six months, mostly second or third use. Carmine-red with purple highlights, this Pinot Noir has a nose redolent of red-fruit and fruit tree blossom; the palate has fine, smooth tannins and a refreshing acidity which carries the fruit flavours to the finish. Food pairing: Smoked meats, grilled vegetables, tuna, Bolognese & tomato APERITIFS PERNOD 25ML 2.55 MARTINI BIANCO 50ML 3.00 MARTINI ROSSO 50ML 3.00 MARTINI EXTRA DRY 50ML 3.00 CAMPARI 25ML 3.50 COCKBURNS FINE RUBY PORT 50ML 3.50 HARVEY'S BRISTOL CREAM 50ML 3.50 TIO PEPE 50ML 3.80

6 VODKA & RUM IMPERIUM 25ML 2.80 SMIRNOFF RED LABEL 25ML 2.90 FINLANDIA VODKA 25ML 3.00 ABSOLUT ORIGINAL 25ML 3.20 ABSOLUT FLAVOURS 25ML 3.50 BELVEDERE VODKA 25ML 5.00 GREY GOOSE L ORIGINAL VODKA 25ML 5.00 GLENS WHITE RUM 25ML 2.80 LAMB S NAVY RUM 25ML 3.00 BACARDI CARTA BLANCA 25ML 3.10 HAVANA CLUB 3 YEAR OLD 25ML 3.30 BACARDI OAKHEART SPICED RUM 25ML 3.50 KRAKEN SPICED RUM 25ML 3.75 HAVANA CLUB 7 YEAR OLD 25ML 4.25 GIN CHRISTOPHER S 25ML 2.80 BEEFEATER LONDON DRY GIN 25ML 2.90 BEEFEATER PINK GIN 25ML 3.00 EDINBURGH LIQUEUR GIN 25ML 3.00 Rhubarb & Ginger, Raspberry, Elderflower, Plum & Vanilla, Pomegranate & Rose BOMBAY SAPPHIRE 25ML 3.55 GORDON S GIN 25ML 3.30 TANQUERAY 25ML 4.25 HENDRICKS GIN 25ML 5.00 TANQUERAY NO ML 5.75 WHISKY & BLENDED SCOTCH THE FAMOUS GROUSE 25ML 2.80 JACK DANIELS 25ML 3.20 JAMESON IRISH WHISKY 25ML 3.50 JACK DANIELS HONEY 25ML 4.00 CHIVAS REGAL 12 YEAR OLD 25ML 5.00 SINGLE MALT WHISKY GLENFIDDICH 12 YEAR OLD SPECIAL RESERVE 25ML 5.40 GLENFIDDICH 15 YEAR OLD 25ML 6.55 TALISKER 10 YEAR OLD 25ML 6.80 DALWHINNIE 15 YEAR OLD SCOTCH WHISKY 25ML 7.00 DIGESTIFS & LIQUEURS JOSE CUERVO ESPECIAL SILVER 25ML 3.00 JOSE CUERVO ESPECIAL GOLD 25ML 3.00 KAHLUA 25ML 3.00 MALIBU 25ML 3.00 PIMMS NO.1 50ML 3.00 ANTICA CLASSIC SAMBUCA 25ML 3.00 SOUTHERN COMFORT 25ML 3.00 TIA MARIA 25ML 3.00 COINTREAU 25ML 3.20 DISARONNO AMARETTO 25ML 3.30 ARCHERS PEACH SCHNAPPS 25ML 3.30 JAGERMEISTER 25ML 3.30 CHAMBORD 25ML 4.20 MARTELL VS *** COGNAC 25ML 4.25 DRAMBUIE 25ML 4.30 COURVOISIER VS *** 25ML 4.30 BAILEYS IRISH CREAM 50ML 5.00 REMY MARTIN VSOP MATURE CASK FINISH 25ML 6.50 MARTELL VSOP MEDALLION COGNAC 25ML 6.50

7 BOTTLED BEER & CIDER BECKS BLUE 275ML 3.50 BUDWEISER 330ML 3.80 HEINEKEN 330ML 3.80 PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO 330ML 3.80 SOL 330ML 3.80 BECKS 275ML 4.00 KOPPARBERG 500ML 5.00 Draught available, please ask your server. SOFT DRINKS TONIC SCHWEPPES 125ml 1.00 TONIC SLIMLINE SCHWEPPES 125ml 1.00 BITTER LEMON 125ml 1.00 GINGER BEER 125ml 1.00 GINGER ALE 125ml 1.00 FRUIT SHOOT BLACKCURRANT 125ml 1.00 FRUIT SHOOT ORANGE 125ml 1.00 STILL WATER 330ml 1.50 FEVERTREE TONIC 200ml 1.85 STRATHMORE STILL WATER 330ml 1.50 STRATHMORE STILL WATER 750ml 2.50 STRATHMORE SPARKLING WATER 330ml 1.50 STRATHMORE SPARKLING WATER 750ml 2.50 J20 APPLE MANGO 275ml 2.00 J2O APPLE RASPBERRY 275ml 2.00 J2O ORANGE & PASSION FRUIT 275ml 2.00 KICK ENERGY CAN 250ml 2.00 APPLETISER 275ml 2.50 SPRITE 330ml 2.50 POST MIX Pint 1.85 HOT BEVERAGES ESPRESSO 2.25 TEA FOR ONE 2.25 AMERICANO 2.50 HOT CHOCOLATE 2.50 DOUBLE ESPRESSO 2.75 CAPPUCCINO 3.00 LATTE 3.00 LATTE (FLAVOURED) 3.50 TEA FOR TWO 4.25 LIQUEUR COFFEES IRISH (JAMESON S WHISKY) 5.95 CALYPSO (TIA MARIA) 5.95 HIGHLAND (DRAMBUIE) 5.95 SHIN SHIN (RUM) 5.95 RUSSIAN (VODKA) 5.95 ENGLISH (COINTREAU) 5.95 FRENCH (COGNAC) 6.25 BAILEYS (IRISH CREAM) 6.95 If your favourite tipple is not listed, we have a larger selection behind the bar, so please just ask. Subject to availability. Please drink responsibly, see drinkaware.co.uk for the facts.

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