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WINE LIST We ve searched the Old World and the New to fill our wine cellar, offering a selection of small-vineyard star labels and heavyweight classics to please every palate. We ve tried them all, so don t hesitate to ask for a recommendation. THE DUNSTANE HOUSES EDINBURGH 2 THE DUNSTANE HOUSES EDINBURGH 3
HOUSE WHITE WINES HOUSE RED WINES 1 VIÑA FLORES DE CATALINA VERDEJO, BODEGAS CRISTO DE LA VEGA LA MANCHA, SPAIN This new-wave Spanish white combines notes of tropical fruit, with a twist of lime, melon and spice. 5.50 19.00 6 MADE IN MENDOZA MALBEC M E N D OZ A, ARGENTINA Very soft, with ripe red-fruit flavours and a peppery finish. A fine example of the very popular Argentinean malbec. 6.00 23.00 2 FALERIO, SALADINI PILASTRI MARCHE, ITALY Full-on flavour, with citrus, white pear, fresh apricot and mineral notes. 6.00 23.00 7 AGLIANICO, LA GARDINESE CAMPANIA, ITALY Elegant and refined, with soft red-berry, cassis, spice and savoury notes. 6.50 27.00 3 DOMAINE BEAUVIGNAC PICPOUL DE PINET LANGUEDOC, FRANCE Delicate and refreshing with hints of acacia, pear and herbs, complemented by a crisp mineral palate. 6.50 26.00 8 MARQUES DE ALBANES CRIANZA RIOJA RIOJA, SPAIN Everything you want from a Rioja: ripe red fruit balanced with toasty suggestions of oak and vanilla. 7.00 29.00 4 DOMAINE DE LA BAUME ELISABETH VIOGNIER LANGUEDOC, FRANCE A beautifully full-bodied viognier with notes of fresh apricot, delicate white peach and a hint of white pepper. 7.50 29.00 9 COTES DU RHONE, DOMAINE L ANCINNE ECOLE FRANCE Plum, bramble jam and allspice come together in a ripe and elegant red that s soft and warming on the palate. 7.50 30.00 5 LITTLE BEAUTY SAUVIGNON BLANC MARLBOROUGH, NEW ZEALAND Aromas of honeydew melon, lemongrass and capsicum with a smoky, mineral character. Citrus notes on the palate are balanced by pink grapefruit and basil. 9.00 36.00 10 CORDILLERA RESERVA ESPECIAL SYRAH VALLE CENTRAL, CHILE This small-production artisan wine from the Elqui Valley is an incredibly elegant syrah, full of redcurrant jam and liquorice. 9.00 38.00 ROSE 11 CONDE DE VALDEMAR ROSADO, BODEGAS VALDEMAR RIOJA, SPAIN Bright and inviting in colour, with raspberry and strawberry fruit and the stylish herbal finish typical of garnacha. 6.00 23.00 THE DUNSTANE HOUSES EDINBURGH 4 THE DUNSTANE HOUSES EDINBURGH 5
WHITES WHITES 12 SANTA DIGNA RESERVA GEWURZTRAMINER VALLE CENTRAL, CHILE Sweet lychee and peach flavours with the delicate floral aromas of jasmine and orange blossom. A dash of riesling in the blend adds complexity. 30.00 18 KLEIN CONSTANTIA ESTATE SAUVIGNON BLANC CONSTANTIA, SOUTH AFRICA Enticing aromas of white peach and berries, paired with the typical Klein Constantia minerality, make for a delicious sauvignon. 38.00 13 GEISEN ESTATE PINOT GRIS MARLBOROUGH, NEW ZEALAND A perfect example of a sophisticated pinot gris, with pear drops, red apples, ripe white peach and a hint of honey. 14 BACALHOA CATERINA SETUBAL PENINSULA, PORTUGAL A blend of indigenous Portuguese grapes and lightly oaked chardonnay. Perfectly balanced with ripe pineapple and peach flavours. 15 VERGELEGEN PREMIUM CHARDONNAY SOMERSET WEST, SOUTH AFRICA Refined and elegant with a subtle hint of vanilla and oak, and a complex nose of citrus, tropical fruit and mineral tones. 16 BOUCHARD PERE ET FILS MACON LUGNY ST PIERRE BURGUNDY, FRANCE The nose offers subtle citrus notes as well as hints of honey and lime. A clean, crisp wine of exceptional quality. 32.00 33.00 35.00 35.00 19 SANCERRE, DOMAINE ROLAND TISSIER LOIRE, FRANCE The grassy, zesty green fruit, and mineral notes of this Sancerre beg to be savoured with shellfish. 20 DOMAINE DE L EPINET VIRE ECLESSE BURGUNDY, FRANCE Delicately fruity and honeyed on the nose, lively and aromatic on the palate, this wine reveals appealing notes of oatmeal and apple blossom. 21 DOMAINE DES BERTHIERS POUILLY FUME LOIRE, FRANCE A superb example of a rich and complex sauvignon blanc. Lemon peel and inviting citrus notes complement its flinty minerality. 22 WILLIAM FEVRE CHABLIS 1ER CRU VAILLONS BURGUNDY, FRANCE The limestone soil of the Côte des Vaillons produces a wine with a lovely mineral freshness, both rounded and generous on the palate. 42.00 45.00 54.00 68.00 17 TERUZZI & PUTHOD VERNACCIA DI SAN GIMIGNANO TUSCANY, ITALY From the most revered producer in the region, who saved the vernaccia grape from extinction, this is an elegant wine with crisp green apple, salty and savoury notes. 37.00 23 MICHEL CHAPOUTIER CONDRIEU INVITAIRE RHONE, FRANCE Made from viognier grown in granite soil, this is a refined fruit-forward wine with hints of apricot and violet. Long and rich with notes of ripe stone fruits. 85.00 THE DUNSTANE HOUSES EDINBURGH 6 THE DUNSTANE HOUSES EDINBURGH 7
REDS REDS 24 TEMPRANILLO, FINCA FABIAN LA MANCHA, SPAIN Everything that a Spanish red should offer at this price point: juicy fruit, soft round tannins, a fresh palate and a deliciously long finish. 22.00 30 HUNTER S MARLBOROUGH PINOT NOIR MARLBOROUGH, NEW ZEALAND A wealth of rich ripe plum and dark cherries paired with mild spicy oak create a smooth, medium-bodied pinot noir. 45.00 25 STOBI VRANEC TIKVES, MACEDONIA Vranec is the signature red grape from Macedonia. Morello cherry, crushed blackberry, roasted coffee and liquorice can be all found in this velvety smooth wine. 29.00 31 CABERNET SAUVIGNON, DANCING CROW CALIFORNIA, USA Presenting dark red fruit and spice flavours supported by velvety tannins, this is a classic cabernet from the Red Hills of Lake County. 48.00 26 PASSITIVO PRIMITIVO (APPASSIMENTO), PAO LO L EO 30.00 32 TORRES SALMOS PRIORAT (GARNACHA/ CARIÑENA/SYRAH) 55.00 PUGLIA, ITLAY The warmth of Italy, with hints of baked red fruits, black cherry and blackcurrant on the nose, rounded off with fine spices. 27 DOM MARTINHO TINTO ALENTEJO, PORTUGAL An abundance of aromas from ripe berry fruits, with good levels of acidity and a unique freshness. 28 CHÂTEAU HAUT MONPLAISIR TRADITION CAHORS CAHORS, FRANCE Malbec grown in this area is known as the black wine of Cahors for its deep colour. Intensely aromatic on the nose, with beautiful notes of blackberry and pepper. 32.00 37.00 PRIORAT, SPAIN Dark cherries and dried prunes are beautifully framed by French oak in this stylish wine. Finely structured tannins give softness and a touch of toast and cocoa adds complexity. 33 CANTINA NEGRAR AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO VENETO, ITL AY Specialists in the drying of grapes, Cantina Negrar produces an Amarone that is considered among the finest expressions of the wine velvety smooth but with underlying power. 34 DOMAINE JESSIAUME SANTENAY 1ER CRU LES GRAVIÈRES ROUGE 65.00 68.00 29 SHIRAZ, CAPEL VALE, MARGARET RIVER MARGARET RIVER, AUSTRALIA Rich, full and powerful, with, spicy black fruits and firm, fine-grained tannins. 42.00 BURGUNDY, FRANCE This premier cru delivers tantalising cherry and plum aromas. Rather than out-and-out power, this wine is all about finesse and subtlety. THE DUNSTANE HOUSES EDINBURGH 8 THE DUNSTANE HOUSES EDINBURGH 9
SPARKLING CHAMPAGNE 35 PROSECCO VALDOBBIADENE ZARDETTO BRUT NV A creamy prosecco, with fine bubbles and notes of rich citrus, pineapple and baked bread. 36 PINOT NOIR, CAMEL VALLEY BRUT CORNWALL, ENGLAND A silky and summery English Rose wine with hints of strawberry, cream and, summer fruit pudding. 6.50 28.00 65.00 37 JOSEPH PERRIER CUVEE ROYAL ½ B OT T L E This deliciously fresh and yeasty Grande Marque Champagne was favoured by Queen Victoria and King Edward VII hence the Royale in the title. 38 JOSEPH PERRIER CUVÉE ROYALE BRUT NV This deliciously fresh and yeasty Grande Marque Champagne was favoured by Queen Victoria and King Edward VII hence the Royale in the title. 30.00 11.50 60.00 39 JOSEPH PERRIER CUVÉE ROYALE BLANC DE BLANCS NV 95.00 Vibrant, fresh and pure, with plenty of fresh citrus notes and lively acidity paired with rich brioche. 40 BOLLINGER GRANDE ANNÉE VINTAGE CHAMPAGNE 130.00 Pinot noir-led with some chardonna,y all sourced from Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards. 41 DOM PERIGNON CHAMPAGNE Toasty notes of almond, powdered cocoa, white fruit and dried flowers cohere to create an exceptionally wellrounded drinking experience. 210.00 THE DUNSTANE HOUSES EDINBURGH 10 THE DUNSTANE HOUSES EDINBURGH 11
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