Wine
INTRODUCTION Our wine menu has been carefully selected to bring you wines from around the world and a range of grape varieties to suit all palates and preferences. This year we continue our Hilton Reserve Selection. Hundreds of the world s most respected wines have been sampled and a select few have been hand-picked from the very best producers and regions. Working with our wine partners we are proud to offer this range for you to enjoy and savour. These wines by their very nature are rare with limited availability and should your choice be unavailable we apologise in advance and will be glad to offer a suitable alternative. WHITE WINES FRESH, CRISP & DRY WHITES Wines in this section are refreshing and elegant, ideal as an aperitif and can be enjoyed with light salads, seafood and delicate white meat dishes. 1 Pinot Grigio 5.60 8.00 24.00 Montemarino, Veneto, Italy, 2010/11 Bright and refreshing with a touch of pear and floral aromas, enjoy without food or with leafy salads and light fish dishes. 2 Chardonnay (un-oaked) 26.00 Berri Estates, South-Eastern Australia, 2010/11 Vibrant ripe lemon and tropical fruit flavours combine to make this a very easy to enjoy wine. 3 Catarratto 4.20 6.00 18.00 Sun Tree, Sicily, Italy, 2010/11 Touches of ripe peachy fruits combine with delicate citrus notes. 4 Sauvignon Blanc 22.00 Monte Verde, Central Valley, Chile, 2010/11 Tantalisingly fresh with succulent gooseberry fruit flavours, enjoy with or without food. FRUITY, AROMATIC WHITES These wines exhibit distinctive fruity characteristics, great without food or perfect with chicken, creamy butter based sauces, Asian fusion cuisine and soft cheese. 5 Sauvignon Blanc 6.30 9.00 27.00 Drylands, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2010/11 Herbaceous and vibrant, with flavours of passion fruit. 6 Marsanne/Viognier 29.00 Rare Vineyards, Pays d Oc, France, 2010/11 Honeysuckle and peach aromas combine with soft ripe apple fruit flavours. 7 Chenin Blanc 25.00 Cape 1652, Western Cape, South Africa, 2009/10 Refreshing melon and guava fruit flavours with a juicy finish. 8 Sancerre 34.00 La Fuzelle, Adrien Maréchal, Loire, France, 2009/10 Elegant with graceful hints of green grass and grapefruit, a classic mineral vein to finish. Hilton Reserve Selection *125ml glass available on request at half the price of a 250ml glass. Wine by the glass To make it as easy as possible for you to enjoy a glass of wine please see our selected range which is available in large or small glasses and can also be purchased by the bottle.
ELEGANT AND DISTINCTIVE DRY WHITES The wines below have been made without the use of oak ageing during production to fully display the characteristics of the grapes used. Enjoy without food or with light pork and chicken dishes, Caesar salad and deep sea fish dishes. 9 Chablis 8.20 11.70 35.00 Gloire de Chablis, J. Moreau et Fils, France, 2009/10 Delicate green fruits and a flinty backbone deliver a complex range of flavours and aromas in this classic French wine. 10 Albariño 26.00 Viña 24, Raimat, Costers del Segre, Spain, 2009/10 Aromas of dried flowers blend with refreshing subtle citrus and peach fruit flavours and a touch of vanilla spice. 11 Pinot Grigio 30.00 Borgo Tesis, Fantinel, Grave del Friuli, Italy, 2010/11 Treat yourself to this fuller flavoured example of this popular grape, ripe peach and pear aromas combine with complex herbaceous flavours on the palate. 12 Chardonnay 24.00 Emporium, Sicily, Italy, 2009/10 Soft green apples and ripe lemon fruit flavours fuse together perfectly with a lingering succulent finish. 13 Cloudy Bay 8.90 12.70 38.00 Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2010/11 Simply iconic, Cloudy Bay is still the benchmark for New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, with pure and striking flavours that combine notes of lemon zest, gooseberry and mango. FULL FLAVOURED, RICH, DRY WHITES This selection of wines suit dishes with pronounced flavours. Some of these wines are aged in oak barrels to deliver more powerful characteristics. Enjoy with dishes such as roasted, grilled and pan fried white meat and deep sea fish, creamy sauces, garlic and char-grilled vegetables. 14 Chenin Blanc 5.90 8.40 25.00 Vineyard Selection, Kleine Zalze, Stellenbosch, South Africa, 2010/11 A full wine, exploding with soft green and tropical fruits and many complex flavour profiles. Barrel fermented to make it perfect with richer white meat dishes. 15 Chardonnay/Viognier 31.00 The Bandit, Houghton, Western Australia, 2008/10 Aromas of peach, pear and almonds with flavours of apricot nectar, lemon zest and ripe melon, rounded off with a rich succulent finish. 16 Chardonnay 6.60 9.40 28.00 Blackstone Winery, Monterey County, California, 2009/10 Bright refreshing citrus aromas combine with ripe tropical flavours and soft rounded smooth oak ageing. 17 Chablis 1er Cru 42.00 Vaucoupin, J. Moreau et Fils, Chablis, France, 2007/08 From the gentle slopes of south-east Chablis, complex and expressive with delicate floral aromas and classic mineral flavours. Wine07/11/1
RED WINES LIGHT, FRUITY REDS Wines in this section range from light and delicate to soft and juicy on the palate. They can be enjoyed without food or with light pork and chicken dishes, tomato based pasta sauces and smoked cheese. 18 Merlot 5.40 7.70 23.00 Monte Verde, Central Valley, Chile, 2010/11 Soft and juicy with hints of red berries and plums, enjoyable without food or with roasted and grilled meat dishes. 19 Cabernet 21.00 Sun Tree, Veneto, Italy, 2010/11 Smooth with hints of ripe blackcurrant and a mellow refined finish. 20 Montepulciano d Abruzzo 25.00 Marchesini, Abruzzi, Italy, 2010/11 Lovely rounded wine with soft berry fruit and a touch of savoury spice. 21 Fleurie 35.00 Château de Fleurie, E. Loron et Fils, Beaujolais, France, 2009/10 (2009) A fine example of this classic Cru Beaujolais, ripe strawberry fruits and soft succulent flavours. MEDIUM BODIED REDS These distinctive wines range from soft and fruity to soft and savoury. They ideally partner char-grilled, roasted and pan fried red meat dishes, firm cheese, charcuterie and tapas. 22 Rioja Crianza 6.30 9.00 27.00 Don Jacobo, Bodegas Corral, Spain, 2006/07 Smooth savoury flavours with hints of wild mushrooms (2007) and warming vanilla oak. 23 Pinot Noir 8.40 12.00 36.00 Robert Mondavi Winery, Carneros, California, 2008/09 Bright cherry and wild strawberry, silky smooth, with an appealing hint of spice on the finish. (2008) (2008) 24 Merlot 27.00 Berri Estates, South-Eastern Australia, 2010/11 Soft and easy with a touch of raspberry and blackberry. A perfect all round wine. 25 Tempranillo 28.00 Condesa de Leganza Crianza, La Mancha, Spain, 2008/10 Velvety smooth with ripe blackcurrant fruits and a soft refined finish. 26 Chianti 26.00 Piccini, Tuscany, Italy, 2009/10 Soft cherry fruit with a velvety texture and an elegant delicate finish of spicy cherry. 27 Côtes du Rhône 31.00 Gentilhomme, Ogier et Fils, France, 2009/10 Smooth rich savoury wine with hints of pepper spice and a soft berry fruit. Hilton Reserve Selection *125ml glass available on request at half the price of a 250ml glass. Wine by the glass To make it as easy as possible for you to enjoy a glass of wine please see our selected range which is available in large or small glasses and can also be purchased by the bottle.
FULL FLAVOURED, SPICY, ROBUST REDS These wines have bold and powerful flavours. The savoury characteristics and rich structure make these wines ideally matched to roasted, slow cooked and pan fried beef, lamb or game dishes and strong cheese. 28 Cabernet/Shiraz/Malbec 6.80 9.70 29.00 Longitude, Flagstone, Western Cape, South Africa, 2009/10 Bursting with brambles, blackcurrant and black cherry fruit flavours, rich and juicy with a luscious finish. 29 Malbec Reserva 32.00 Oak-Aged, Finca Flichman, Mendoza, Argentina, 2009/10 Intense and rustic with vanilla and raspberry notes, aged for 6 months in oak barrels. 30 Shiraz 24.00 Solstice, Sicily, Italy, 2008/10 Abundant ripe cherry fruits with hints of black pepper and a lingering smoky finish. Great with something from the grill! 31 Primitivo/Negroamaro 4.50 6.40 19.00 Villa Bruccio, Puglia, Italy, 2009/10 Bold and spicy packed with wild bramble and black cherry fruits, firmly structured with a rich deep finish. 32 Châteauneuf-du-Pape 9.40 13.40 40.00 Domaine de l Arnesque, Rhone, France, 2008/09 A fine example of this famous wine, full flavoured ripe and juicy. Aged for 8 months in oak casks. 33 Shiraz 32.00 Hungerford Hill, Hunter Valley, Australia, 2009/10 A highly regarded producer in the upper Hunter Valley, complex pepper and spice with bold, succulent cherry fruit flavours. FULL FLAVOURED, SMOOTH, MELLOW REDS The wines below are all full bodied, and although the flavours are pronounced, they have a refined and elegant backbone. These wines can accompany full flavoured vegetable dishes, fillet, sirloin and rump steak, roasted lamb, beef, pork and game. 34 Cabernet Sauvignon 7.00 10.00 30.00 1870 Mapuche Block, Errázuriz, Aconcagua Valley,Chile, 2009/10 Juicy blackcurrant fruit flavours and a touch of vanilla spice on the palate. 35 Lussac Saint-Émilion 37.00 Château Lyonnat, Bordeaux, France, 2006/08 Hints of cedar wood, plum and blackcurrant, combine with a refinement and elegance, perfect claret with red meat dishes and cheeses. 36 Faustino 1 41.00 Rioja Gran Reserva, Spain, 1999/2000 This iconic Rioja spends 30 months in the barrel and a minimum of 3 years ageing in the bottle before release. Velvety smooth with aromas of wild mushroom and vanilla with a silky finish. 37 Carignan 29.00 Vieilles Vignes, Rare Vineyards, Pays d Herault, France, 2010/11 40 year old vines deliver more concentrated and complex flavours, rich with hints of dried fruit and herbacious aromas. 38 Margaux 39.00 Château Notton, Margaux, Bordeaux, 2006/07 A superb Margaux from the highly respected Henri Lurton. The palate is supple and elegant with ripe strawberry fruit, discreet oak notes and a hint of liquorice. 39 Pinotage 8.00 11.40 34.00 Writers Block, Flagstone, Western Cape, South Africa, 2008/09 (2008) A really impressive wine, giving ripe and generous blackberry and plum jam flavours, supported by toasty oak. One of the real gems of South Africa! Wine07/11/1
ROSE WINES Great aperitif or a perfect match with light spiced dishes, salads, canapés and tapas. 40 Pinot Grigio Rosé 25.00 Montemarino, Veneto, Italy, 2010/11 Baby pink with delicate floral aromas and subtle hints of strawberry and ripe cherry. 41 Merlot Rosé 5.40 7.70 23.00 Sun Tree, Veneto, Italy, 2010/11 A dark rich rosé with floral aromas and a delicious blast of summer fruits and succulent finish. 42 Rosé de Provence 27.00 Château la Gordonne, Vérité du Terroir, Provence, France, 2010/11 Delicate rosé from the south of France, dry with soft floral aromas and a refreshing finish. DESSERT WINES 125ml Glass 375ml Bottle 43 Orange Muscat and Flora 5.00 15.00 Late Harvest, Brown Brothers, Victoria, Australia, 2009/10 A lively yet elegant dessert wine with great intensity of flavour. HALF BOTTLES 375ml Bottle 44 Luis Felipe Edwards Lot 66 Sauvignon Blanc 11.00 Rapel Valley, Chile, 2010/11 Fresh aromatic Sauvignon with aromas of tomato leaf and hints of freshly mown grass. 45 Luis Felipe Edwards Lot 18 Merlot 11.00 Rapel Valley, Chile, 2009/10 Soft medium bodied ripe plum fruits and a lingering juicy finish. *125ml glass available on request at half the price of a 250ml glass. Wine by the glass To make it as easy as possible for you to enjoy a glass of wine please see our selected range which is available in large or small glasses and can also be purchased by the bottle.
CHAMPAGNE 46 Piper-Heidsieck Brut 8.00 48.00 Reims, Champagne, France, NV 85% Pinot Noir grapes gives this Champagne its stylish full bodied character whilst retaining a freshness that is typical of all Piper-Heidsieck wines. 47 Piper-Heidsieck Brut (Baby Piper) 18.00 Reims, Champagne, France, NV Fashionable 200ml bottle. 200ml Bottle 125ml Glass 750ml Bottle 48 Piper-Heidsieck Rosé Sauvage Brut 9.40 56.00 Reims, Champagne, France, NV Deep pink in colour, full bodied with fresh oranges and summer fruit flavours. 49 Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Brut 64.00 Tours-sur-Marne, Champagne, France, NV One of the most famous rosé Champagnes, made with Pinot Noir from 10 Grand Cru Villages. Delicate pink with a touch of wild strawberry and a floral finish. 50 Pommery Brut Royal 60.00 Reims, Champagne, France, NV Bright and refreshing biscuity Champagne, with an elegant refined finish. SPARKLING WINES 125ml Glass 750ml Bottle 51 Berri Estates Cuvée Brut 26.00 South-Eastern Australia, NV Elegant fruit flavours with a soft refreshing finish, a great easy drinking sparkling wine. 52 Fantinel Prosecco Extra Dry 5.40 32.00 Italy, NV Delicate and appealing with hints of ripe apple, and an elegant refined finish. 53 Fantinel Rosé Brut 34.00 Italy, NV Red fruit flavours and delicate mousse are evident in this stylish wine, made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes. Should a wine or vintage become unavailable we will be pleased to offer a suitable alternative. All prices shown include VAT at the current rate. All wines on the list contain between 8% and 15% alcohol by volume. Awards may not relate to the vintage on sale, if dual vintages are listed. Decanter Gold Decanter Silver Decanter Bronze International Wine Challenge Gold International Wine Challenge Silver International Wine Challenge Bronze IWSC Gold IWSC Silver IWSC Bronze Sommelier Bronze Wine07/11/1
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