CHAMPAGNE & SPARKLING 125ml Glass Bottle CHAMPAGNE Bin. 60 Gremillet Brut Selection NV Champagne 18.50 110.00 Fresh floral aromas mixed with characteristic toasty yeast overtones, balanced by richer fruit and classic baked biscuit flavours, with a crisp citrus finish. Awarded IWSC Best in Class Trophy 2009. Bin. 61 Gremillet Brut Rosé NV Champagne 20.50 128.00 A brilliant, luminous salmon pink, imposing, generous nose with whole basket of red fruit rounded off with sensual notes of vanilla and spices. The delicious flavour and aromatic freshness can only rival its elegance. Bin. 62 Lanson Black Label Brut NV Champagne 125.00 If there is one NV Brut Champagne that is universally appreciated, it is surely Lanson Black Label, a great classic that embodies the ideas and character of a great House. A pleasant, racey wine with a long and lingering taste. To be enjoyed at any occasion. Bin. 63 Dom Perignon Champagne 515.00 On the nose, aromas of almond and powdered cocoa develop gradually into white fruit with hints of dried flowers. Classic toasted notes give a rounded finish and denote a fully realised maturity. On the palate, the wine instantly traces an astoundingly fine line between density and weightlessness. It's precision is extreme, tactile, dark and chiselled. The full taste lingers with the utmost elegance on a sappy, spicy note. 125ml Glass Bottle SPARKLING WINE Bin. 64 Prosecco, La Sirena, Veneto, Italy 9.50 46.00 A Spumante out of the top drawer. Fresh, crisp palate with tremendously well-balanced citric fruit leading to a lingering finish. Perfect as an aperitif or accompaniment to seafood and white meat.
BY THE GLASS 175ml Glass Bottle WHITE WINE Bin. 1 Croix des Vents, La Garde Blanc IGP Comte Toloson, Languedoc, France 2012 7.50 32.00 50% Ugni-Blanc and 50% Colombard. Very pale, bright yellow. The nose is stunning, expressing the delightful notes of Colombard. Lots of character, offering astonishing perfumes. Bin. 13 Puna Snipe Family Reserve Sauvignon Blanc, Bio Bio Valley, Chile 2013 7.70 A fresh, citric style of Sauvignon offering notes of grapefruit and elderflower on a zesty uplifting palate. Bin. 11 Pinot Grigio, San Vigilio, Cavit, Trentino, Italy 2012 8.10 35.50 Straw yellow with tinges of gold, delicate and pleasing bouquet with floral and fruity scents. Dry and fresh on the palate. Bin. 25 Eco Organic Chardonnay, Casablanca Valley, Chile 2013 8.30 35.50 Light, clear, greenish yellow with refreshing citrus aromas of grapefruit and lime that intermingle with subtle tropical fruit aromas. Notes of chestnut unfold on the palate. Juicy and refreshing with great volume and intensity, balanced acidity and an enjoyable finish. Bin. 21 Sherwood Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand 2012 11.50 50.00 Fresh, lively gooseberry and passion fruit aromas with a touch of cut grass on the nose. Rich, concentrated palate with beautiful, balanced finish. Bin. 31 Chablis AC, William Fèvre, Burgundy, France 2012 14.40 65.00 Pale gold with hints of green, refined bouquet of citrus and white flowers entwined with a light mineral touch. Fresh, rich mouth balanced by good freshness. ROSE WINE Bin. 51 Croix des Vents Syrah Rosé, IGP Pays d Oc, Languedoc, France 2012 7.60 34.50 Deep, rich and bright colour. Luxurious, intense bouquet with strawberries and raspberries. Fresh, delicate mouth is well balanced with good acidity.
BY THE GLASS 175ml Glass Bottle RED WINE Bin. 4 Ca di Ponti Nero d Avola, Sicily 2012 7.50 This juicy, approachable Nero d Avola has a ripe black cherry and plum fruit palate offset by tangy acidity and a hint of smokiness reminiscent of Syrah. Grapes come mainly from the west of the Sicily with 30% sourced from lower yielding vines from the south-east, giving the wine structure and richness. Awarded Decanter Bronze Medal 2009. Bin. 12 Puna Snipe Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Carmenère, Central Valley, Chile 2009 7.60 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Carmenère. Dark and seductive structure from the Cabernet add to Chile's exotic Carmenere. Intense red and black fruits in harmony exuding delicious notes with a lingering finish. Bin. 14 Château Saint Florin, Bordeaux, France 2012 8.80 39.50 A delight. Lovely soft, fruity flavours and a forward, open style. Unlike many young red Bordeaux wines, this is not too tannic. High proportion of Merlot gives fruit and the Cabernet provides structure and depth, giving an excellent balance. Ideal with white meat and light dishes. Bin. 28 Renacer Punto Final Malbec Classico, Luján de Cuyo, Argentina 2012 9.30 42.50 The colour gives away the power of this wine. Aromas of marinated meat, plum and blackberry. Saturated heavy and modern up-front fruit fully ripened and beautifully structured. Bin. 34 Saint Cosme, Côtes du Rhône Rouge, France 2011 11.50 51.00 100% Syrah aged in vat. Profound, round and with a deep colour. The crunchiness brings a lot of pleasure and anybody can understand and enjoy it. Graphite, strawberry compote, liquorice and lilac. Bin. 36 Sherwood Estate Pinot Noir, Marlborough, New Zealand 2011 11.70 52.00 Dark plum aromas on the nose supported by gentle oak handling. Round, full palate with a persistent finish.
WHITE WINE FRESH, LIGHT AND CRISP Fruity and refreshing with subtle aromas and balanced finish. Great drunk on their own, but also together with Caesar salad, chicken dishes and Asian dishes Bin. 1 Croix des Vents, La Garde Blanc IGP Comte Toloson, Languedoc, France 2012 32.00 50% Ugni-Blanc and 50% Colombard. Very pale, bright yellow. The nose is stunning, expressing the delightful notes of Colombard. Lots of character, offering astonishing perfumes. Bin. 3 Ca di Ponti Catarratto, Sicily, Italy 2012 Produced from a selection of Catarratto from the Lucido sub-variety grown at 600 metres near Alcamo. Modest yields in these hillside vineyards have given the wine a deliciously zesty, nicely textured white with peachy, light tropical fruit. Bin. 5 Tini, Garganega/ Pinot Grigio Italy A fresh white with flavours of green apple and pear with a citrus twist. Bin. 7 Swallows Tale Chenin Blanc Reserva, Robertson 2013 34.00 Spring fresh floral and peach tones with a hint of honey offer surprising complexity of fruit for this level of wine. Lingering sweetness on the palate together with a zing of citrus offer an elegant finish. Pure and typical of top quality Chenin. Bin. 9 Muscadet Sevre-et-Maine sur lie, La Saulzaie, Pierre Chainier, Loire Valley, France 2011 38.50 Pale yellow with green hues, straight mineral and white flower aromas. Elegant, supple palate with pear and citrus fruit aromas balanced by a refreshing acidity with slight effervescence. Bin. 11 Pinot Grigio, San Vigilio, Cavit, Trentino, Italy 2012 35.50 Straw yellow with tinges of gold. Delicate and pleasing bouquet with floral and fruity scents. Dry and fresh on the palate. Bin. 13 Puna Snipe Family Reserve Sauvignon Blanc, Bio Bio Valley, Chile 2013 A fresh, citric style of Sauvignon offering notes of grapefruit and elderflower on a zesty uplifting palate. MINERAL, ELEGANT WHITES Revealing the purity of the terroir, these wines are refreshing and elegant and are ideal as an aperitif. They also can be enjoyed with light salads, seafood and delicate white meat dishes. Bin. 15 Covinas Sauvignon Blanc / Macabeo Spain 2013 Apple and pineapple aromas joined with fruited touches. Ample, long ending, elegant and fine. Bin. 17 Greenstone Point Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough 2012 39.00 Displays ripe tropical fruit aromas with hints of capsicum and gooseberry. Soft and rounded with a long finish. Bin. 19 Riesling, Les Princes Abbés Organic, Domaines Schlumberger, Alsace, France 2009 59.50 Intense lemon yellow, distinguished, delicate and fresh nose with citrus fruits, candied lemon and grapefruit. Ample mouth with citrus fruits, delicate spice and ginger followed by long, vivacious finish. Bin. 21 Sherwood Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand 2012 50.00 Fresh, lively gooseberry and passion fruit aromas with a touch of cut grass on the nose. Rich, concentrated palate with beautiful, balanced finish. Bin. 23 Sancerre, La Croix au Garde, Domaine Henry Pellé, Loire Valley, France 2011 65.00 Lovely elegant style, lively earthy flavour mingling with herbaceous gooseberry hues that last forever.
WHITE WINE UN-OAKED AND LIGHTLY OAKED With an emphasis on finesse and elegant expression of the grape and region, these wines suit dishes with more pronounced flavours. Bin. 25 Eco Organic Chardonnay, Casablanca Valley, Chile 2013 35.50 Light, clear, greenish yellow with refreshing citrus aromas of grapefruit and lime that intermingle with subtle tropical fruit aromas. Notes of chestnut unfold on the palate. Juicy and refreshing with great volume and intensity, balanced acidity and an enjoyable finish. Bin. 27 Mâcon-Lugny Saint-Pierre, Bouchard Père et Fils, Burgundy, France 2012 53.00 Fresh nose offering a lovely bouquet of wild flowers. Pleasant, very perfumed and nicely rounded on the palate. Bin. 29 Gavi di Gavi, La Chiara, Piemonte, Italy 2012 54.00 An explosion of freshness with hints of pear and white flowers. Fresh elegant fruit with evident pear style: well structured. Perfect with fish and white meat. Bin. 31 Chablis AC, William Fèvre, Burgundy, France 2012 65.00 Pale gold with hints of green, refined bouquet of citrus and white flowers entwined with a light mineral touch. Fresh, rich mouth balanced by good freshness. Bin. 33 Chablis, Grand Cru, Bargos, Domaine William Fèvre, Burgundy, France 2009 174.00 Pale gold with hints of green. Very complex bouquet unveiling flavours of black fruit, candied citrus fruit and white flowers. Powerful, racy and rich mouth sustained by a beautiful mineral character. A great bottle full of potential. FLAVOURSOME WHITES From delicious fresh citrus whites to luscious, floral and spicy wines, these wines can be enjoyed with white meat dishes and those with creamy sauces. Bin. 35 The Pick, Chardonnay, Australia 2013 Melon fruit nose, soft and balanced fruit palate with rich flavour and oak complexity. Bin. 37 Domaine Du Seuil AOC Graves Blanc, Bordeaux, France 2010 42.00 A year for freshness and clean floral aromas with a balanced level of acidity. As always, distinctive mineral characteristics typical of a Graves terroir. Bouquet of honey and citrus fruit. Sauvignon Blanc adds vivacity and floral aromas. Bin. 39 Albarino, Moraima, Rias Baixas 2012 59.50 A finely perfumed nose of cooking apple, mineral, slate, conference pear and nuts lead to a massively concentrated palate of baked apples, gooseberry and peach with a distinct leesy and saline note. Bin. 41 Gewürztraminer, Les Princes Abbés Organic, Domaines Schlumberger, Alsace, France 2011 65.00 Complex aromas of fruit and spice, full and rich on palate with lovely balance. One of the best accompaniments to smoked salmon and smoked cheeses. WHITE WINE FULL-BODIED WHITES These wines display complexity and concentration. Beautifully rich with Chardonnays with buttery, nutty notes, almost toast flavours too. Bin. 43 Chateau Montelena Napa Valley Chardonnay, U S A 2010 158.00 One of the few California Chardonnays that behaves like a Grand Cru Chablis. Exhibits a nervous edge as well as loads of lemon butter, green apple and whitecurrant-like characteristics, laser-like precision, superb acidity and surprising intensity as well as richness. Bin. 45 Meursault, Les Clous, Domaine Bouchard Père et Fils, Burgundy, France 2010 118.00 This exceptional village Meursault is sourced mainly from the lieu-dit of Les Clous. Intense bouquet of fruit and flowers. This wine is both subtle and very lively. 90 pts. Wines & Spirits. Bin. 47 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru, Les Chalumeaux, Domaine Bouchard Père et Fils, Burgundy, France 2010 156.00 Pale gold colour with green shades. Very refined nose developing flavours of citrus fruit, minerals and verbena entwined with a very light touch of oak. Fresh, ample, rich mouth of great purity. ROSE WINE Bin. 51 Croix des Vents Syrah Rosé, IGP Pays d Oc, Languedoc, France 2012 34.50 Deep, rich and bright colour. Luxurious, intense bouquet with strawberries and raspberries. Fresh, delicate mouth is well balanced with good acidity.
RED WINE SOFT, SUBTLE REDS, MILD MANNERED AND ROUNDED These wines range from soft and fruity to soft and savoury. They are ideal with grilled or roasted red meat dishes, charcuterie and tapas. Bin. 2 La Promesa, Cabernet Sauvignon, Maule Valley, Chile 2012 32.00 Intense red/violet colour. Aromas of fresh red fruits with hints of pepper and jam. Soft, round mouth with sweet, ripe tannins. Bin. 4 Ca di Ponti Nero d Avola, Sicily, Italy 2012 This juicy, approachable Nero d Avola has a ripe black cherry and plum fruit palate offset by tangy acidity and a hint of smokiness reminiscent of Syrah. Grapes come mainly from the west of the Sicily with 30% sourced from lower yielding vines from the south-east, giving the wine structure and richness. Awarded Decanter Bronze Medal 2009. Bin. 6 Cheval D or Merlot, France 2011 Red cherry colour. Fruity, fine and elegant nose with ripe red fruits aromas with a peppery touch. Bin. 8 Beaujolais Villages, Bouchard Pere et Fils, Burgundy 2012 52.50 Beautiful crimson with purple hints; very fruity nose developing flavours of violet and cherry; fresh, fleshy and soft on the palate. Bin. 10 Tyrrell's Lost Block Cabernet Sauvignon, McLaren Vale 2010 58.00 Lifted nose of dark berry / cassis fruit with some clove spice. Fresh driven fruit flavours on the palate, balanced by persistent velvety tannins. FRUITY, SOFT ROUNDED REDS These wines are rich and perfumed and can be enjoyed without food. They also pair well with light pork and chicken dishes and tomato-based sauces. Bin. 12 Puna Snipe Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Carmenère, Central Valley 2009 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Carmenère. Dark and seductive structure from the Cabernet add to Chile's exotic Carmenere. Intense red and black fruits in harmony exuding delicious notes with a lingering finish. Bin. 14 Château Saint Florin, Bordeaux, France 2012 39.50 A delight: lovely soft, fruity flavours and a forward, open style. Unlike many young red Bordeaux wines, this is not too tannic. High proportion of Merlot gives fruit and the Cabernet provides structure and depth, giving an excellent balance. Ideal with white meat and light dishes. Bin. 16 The Pick, Shiraz, Australia 2012 Rich, ripe palate with red berries interwoven with oak. Medium bodied wine enhanced by soft tannins. Bin. 18 Nepenthe, Pinot Noir, Australia 2012 34.50 Summer fruit flavours and subtle spice notes from the oak. The mid weight palate is fresh and bright with a firm structure and long, savoury finish. Bin. 20 Walnut Block Pinot Noir Collectables, Marlborough, New Zealand 2010 57.50 Fine aromas of red fruits and spice lead to a subtle, savoury palate. Displays delicate fruit characters of smoked strawberry and poached berries, balanced by fine acidity and tannins. Bin. 22 Moulin-à-Vent, Bouchard Père et Fils, Burgundy, France 2011 66.50 Floral and ripe fruit aromas. On the palate, appealing through the skilful blend of its structure and fleshiness. Perfect with grilled or roasted meat and robustly flavoured cheese.
RED WINE SAVOURY, SPICY FIRM REDS Balanced firmer red wine with lovely ripe fruits balanced with spicy, smoky notes, typical of the region they are from. Bin. 24 Syrah/Garnacha, Las Colinas del Ebro, Terra Alta, Spain 2012 38.00 Produced from vines over 30 years of age, grown at 400-600 metres of altitude. Subtle aromas of dark berries, cherry and plum with baking spices and anise undertones. Very fresh, offering nervy black raspberry and floral pastille flavours and a nice structure. Pleasantly juicy with pleasant finishing fruit and an echo of vanilla. Bin. 26 Covinas, Tempranillo, Syrah, Cabernet, Spain 2013 Great fruit and berry jam aromas with a touch of cacao. Fruity, black chocolate and liquorice, very tasty. Bin. 28 Renacer Punto Final Malbec Classico, Luján de Cuyo, Argentina 2012 42.50 The colour gives away the power of this wine. Aromas of marinated meat, plum and blackberry. Saturated heavy and modern up-front fruit fully ripened and beautifully structured. Bin. 30 Crianza, Ramon Bilbao, Spain 2010 42.00 Black cherry flavours with tobacco and dark chocolate notes and should please almost anyone with a taste for Spanish reds. Bin. 32 La Báscula, Turret Fields, Monastrell/Syrah, Jumilla, Spain 2012 43.00 Ripe raisin and spice notes are first evident with this delicious, full bodied wine, but then hints of smokiness from the Syrah begin to appear. Rounded off by a brief spell in French barrels to enhance and soften the wine. 2010 Decanter Silver medal. Bin. 34 Saint Cosme, Côtes du Rhône Rouge, France 2011 51.00 100% Syrah aged in vat. Profound, round and with a deep colour. The crunchiness brings a lot of pleasure and anybody can understand and enjoy it. Graphite, strawberry compote, liquorice and lilac. Bin. 36 Sherwood Estate Pinot Noir, Marlborough, New Zealand 2011 52.00 Dark plum aromas on the nose supported by gentle oak handling. Round, full palate with a persistent finish. Bin. 38 Chianti Classico Organic, Badia a Coltibuono, Tuscany, Italy 2008 73.50 Intense ruby red, aromas of cherry, tobacco, vanilla, hint of spices violets and leather. Pleasantly lingering dry flavour with well balanced tannins and good acidity. POWERFUL, ROBUST Full and intense, with warm and spicy notes, the structure of these wines makes them ideally matched to roasted red meats, game and strong cheeses. Bin. 40 Gran Reserva, Bodegas Ramon Bilbao, Rioja, Spain, 2006 82.00 Deep ruby red with brick red brim; aromas of bonfire and dried plum spread over the palate where hints of stewed fruit take over. Bin. 42 Chateau Montelena 'Montelena Estate' Zinfandel, Napa Valley, 2009 110.00 Aromas of reaspberry, cedar, dried fruit and the classic Zinfandel briar-berry with hints of pipe tobacco and dusty cocoa. Very juicy one the palate, ripe and sweet with good length. Bin. 44 Châteauneuf du Pape Rouge, Domaine Chante Cigale, Rhône Valley, France 2010 98.50 Wonderful, deep seductive dark red; many strong aromas leading to soft and rich characteristics of Grenache on the palate. Smooth and full bodied with exceptionally long finish. Bin. 46 Amarone della Valpolicella, DOC Classico, Vigne Alte, Zeni, Veneto, Italy 2009 128.00 Lively ruby red with garnet tinges, intense fruity aroma with herbaceous and peppery hints; palate is supple and pulpy with elegant tannins. Bin. 48 Château Gruaud Larose, 2ème Cru Classé, Saint-Julien, Bordeaux, France 2004 260.00 Beautiful brilliant colour with black velvet and ruby tints. Powerful, rich and complex nose. On the palate, nervous, supple, rich, fresh and tasty attack. The structure is tannic, powerful and delicate.
WHITE HALF BOTTLES Bin. 53 Major's Hill Sauvignon Blanc, South Africa, 2013 26.50 Crisp and fresh Sauvignon Blanc with a citrus bouquet. Subtle yet versatile. Bin. 55 Domaine William Fevre, Chablis, France, 2012 43.50 Pale gold with hints of green, refined bouquet of citrus and white flowers entwined with a light mineral touch. Fresh, rich mouth balanced by good freshness. RED HALF BOTTLES Bin. 52 Crianza, Bodegas Ramon Bilbao, Spain, 2010 26.50 Black cherry flavours with tobacco and dark chocolate notes and should please almost anyone with a taste for Spanish reds. Bin. 54 Cote du Rhone Villages, France, 43.50 Warm, rich and spicy with full-bodied characteristics and depth. Powerfully luxurious bouquet with a velvet finish. DESSERT WINE 175ml Glass 37.5cl Bottle Bin. 57 Moscato Passito Palazzina, Il Cascinone, Piemonte, Italy, 2012 9.50 28.50 Ripe apricot and acacia honey characters, a beautifully balanced dessert wine, lovingly crafted. Bin. 59 Chateau Barbier, Sauternes, Bordeaux, France, 2005 36.50 Gold with hint of amber. Elegant, complex nose offering notes of quince, acacia, honey and pineapple. A gourmet palate with a real delicate flavour.