Since 1858 when Eugene Mercier set up Champagne Mercier at the age of twenty Mercier is about bringing a particular style to every bottle. The characteristics of our champagnes are, and always have been, fresh aromas, combined with intense, fruity notes and spontaneity. Our champagnes stand out for their glorious roundness on the palate due to the high proportion of reserve wines. Champagne 1 Champagne Mercier NV 55.00 France Glass: 125 ml 12.00 50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Meunier, 10% Pinot Noir A Pinot dominated Champagne that expresses personality with flavours of ripe apples and pears which burst into a finish of pleasant freshness. Mercier Brut is the very expression of the conviviality, authenticity and elegance of Mercier champagne. 2 Champagne Mercier Rosé NV 62.00 France Glass: 125 ml 12.50 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Pinot Meunier Aromas of red fruit and berries, with violet floral notes, powerful character and a delightful finish. 3 Champagne Drappier Brut Nature Sans Soufre 75.00 A thrilling champagne of real depth and energy, this sugar-free, Glass: 125ml 15.00 sulphur-free blanc de noirs offers a rich nose of apple, pear and hazelnut, followed by a bone-dry palate full of refined lemon and mineral flavour. 4 Champagne Veuve Clicquot NV 80.00 France Glass: 125ml 13.50 A truly complex and exquisite Champagne. Dry with plenty of body. 5 Cuvée Dom Pérignon 2005 210.00 France For special celebrations, rich and creamy in style. Sparkling Wine 6 Deakin Estate Sparkling Brut NV 32.00 Victoria, Australia Glass: 125 ml 8.00 Beautiful sparkling wine from Australia using classic Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes from Deakin s own estate. The use of barrel aged reserve wine adds complexity and elegance to a fresh, appley palate, followed by a soft, mouthfilling finish
Wine list White Wine By The Glass 175 ml 250 ml bottle 7 Gran Hacienda Sauvignon Blanc 2016, Chile 5.50 7.50 22.00 8 Zero-G Gruner Veltliner 2015, Austria 7.50 10.50 30.00 9 New Hall Pinot Gris 2014, Essex, England 6.50 9.00 26.00 10 Chablis Domaine Ste Claire 2015, Jean-Marc Brocard, France 10.00 14.00 40.00 11 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2016, New Zealand 12.00 16.50 50.00 12 Gavi di Gavi La Meirana, Broglia 2015, Italy 10.00 13.50 40.00 13 Albariño Casal Caeiro 2015, Spain 8.95 12.50 37.50 14 Bourgogne Chardonnay Prestige 2011, Henri de Villamont, 11.00 15.50 44.00 France Red Wine By The Glass 15 Gran Hacienda Merlot, Santa Rita 2015, Chile 5.50 7.50 22.00 16 Prunus Dao Tinto 2014, Portugal 6.25 8.75 24.50 17 Deakin Estate Shiraz 2015, Australia 6.75 9.50 27.50 18 Malbec Remolinos Vineyard, Finca Decero 2014, Argentina 8.75 11.85 34.00 19 Pèppoli Chianti Classico, Villa Antinori 2014, Italy 10.00 14.00 40.00 20 Buitenverwachting Christine (Cab/Merlot) 2011, SA 11.50 15.50 44.00 21 Bourgogne Pinot Noir Prestige 2014, Henri de Villamont, 11.50 15.95 46.00 France Rose By The Glass 22 Côtes de Provence Rosé Carte Noire 2015, France 7.50 10.50 30.00 23 Buitenverwachting Blanc de Noir Rosé 2016, South Africa 5.75 7.75 22.50
Halves Bottle Selection White Halves 24 Gavi di Gavi La Meirana, Broglia 2014 22.00 Piedmont, Italy Great texture and precision, with distinctive greengage and almond notes on the palate. Fresh and dry, this is particularly characterful Gavi. 25 Pouilly-Fumé Les Berthiers, Jean Dagueneau 2014 28.00 Loire Valley, France Refined, citrussy Sauvignon, with a lively medium-bodied palate, some flinty minerality, and a dry, elegant finish. 26 Carneros Chardonnay Saintsbury 2013 34.00 California, United States This wine has green apple and pear fruit, elegant minerality, and oak appearing as a trace of nutty, creamy complexity. 27 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Embrazées Vincent Girardin 2009 50.00 This vineyard gives a refined, focused style of Chassagne; medium-bodied, with green apple fruit and aromas of hazelnut and green tea, finishing with true premier cru power, yet sleek and linear. Red Halves 28 Saintsbury Carneros Pinot Noir 2011 38.00 California, United States A winning combination of generosity and finesse marks this Pinot Noir, which offers black cherry and spice aromas, an intense, focused palate and a long mineral finish. 29 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine de Beaurenard 2011 40.00 Rhône Valley, France An immensely fruity nose, with spicy and balsamic notes, then great complexity on the palate: power, finesse, and an incredibly long, mineral-fresh finish. 30 Costasera Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Masi 2011 48.00 Veneto, Italy Bright and intense on the nose with aromas of preserved cherries and dried plums together with hints of forest fruits and cinnamon. Good weight from the alcohol and structured on the palate, opening out to attractive aromas of cherries and vanilla. 31 Nuits-Saint-Georges Vieilles Vignes, Alain Michelot 2012 50.00 Sleek, aromatic burgundy with the typical blackberry and spice character of Nuits. Full in the mouth yet beautifully poised, this wine shows the depth and precision that come from old vines. Being a wine enthusiast means you care more about quality than quantity Jean-Claude Carrière
White Wine Light easy drinking Dry Whites 32 Vinho Verde Anjos de Portugal, Quinta da Lixa 2015 23.50 Minho, Portugal A fine modern Vinho Verde, with aromas of apple and grapefruit alongside herbal notes. The palate is medium-bodied and refreshing, with the classic touch of spritz. 33 Picpoul de Pinet, Beauvignac 2015 26.00 France Elegant aromas of citrus, pear and white flowers, and a crisp, mineral palate ideally suited to seafood. 34 Muscadet Haute Culture, Château du Cleray, Sauvion 2015 31.50 Loire, France Dominant aromas of lemon and green apple, with mint and linden flower flavours. Dry yet fruity, this is an exceptional example of the quintessential seafood wine. 35 Mâcon-Villages Domaine Chenevrières 2012 38.00 Beautiful honeysuckle aromas on the nose and a soft, rounded palate with notes of red apple. 36 Albariño Casal Caeiro 2015 37.50 Rias Baixas DO, Spain From the coolest part of Rias Baíxas, this wine bursts with juicy Albariño character: pear, citrus fruit, musky perfume and hints of mineral and spice. Clean, intense and very long on the palate. 37 Chablis Domaine Ste Claire 2015, Jean-Marc Brocard, 40.00 The nose is precise, pure and mineral, with additional notes of citrus. The palate is classic Chablis: structured, crisp and delicious, with flavours echoing the nose. Wine is bottled poetry -Robert Louis Stevenson
White Wine Aromatic, Riper Fruit Dry off Dry Whites 38 Gran Hacienda Sauvignon Blanc 2016 22.00 Central Valley, Chile Crisp and refreshing, with aromas of grapefruit and lemon peel lending a fresh balance to the tropical fruit character, plus some herbal notes from a drop of Semillon in the blend. Vibrant and well-rounded. 39 Kanu Chenin Blanc 2015 22.00 Paarl, South Africa Very attractive nose with lots of tropical fruits such as pineapple, guava and citrus fruit. Intense palate following the characteristics found on the nose with a refreshing finish. 40 Castel Firmian Pinot Grigio 2015 Mezzacorona 28.50 Trentino, Italy Very clean, nicely balanced Pinot Grigio, with a gentle floral aroma, good medium weight in the mouth, and a refreshing finish. 41 Zero-G Gruner Veltliner 2015 30.00 Wagram, Austria Light in body yet intensely flavoured, this Grüner Veltliner offers the typical white pepper and crisp green fruit aromas of the variety, allied to a creamy texture particular to the Wagram region. 42 Sauvignon Blanc Buitenverwachting 2016 26.50 Constantia, South Africa A pale lemon-coloured wine with a bouquet reminiscent of green figs with hints of gooseberries and green peppers. Dry and full-bodied with a long, lingering finish. 43 Viognier Delas Frères 2015 28.00 Vin de Pays d Oc, France Bursting with Viognier character: apricots, peaches and preserved citrus fruit. The palate is both smooth and fresh, with hints of spice. 44 New Hall Pinot Gris 2014 26.00 Essex, England A flavoursome, multi-layered Pinot Gris offering rich peach-pear fruit within a crisp, delicate English structure. Delightful balance and real character make this a brilliant showcase for Essex winemaking. I m Aging like Fine Wine I m getting Complex and Fruity!
White Wine 45 Julicher Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2014 39.50 Martinborough, New Zealand Vibrantly aromatic, sophisticated Sauvignon Blanc, with grapefruit, gooseberry and passion fruit aromas. In the mouth there is impressive weight and texture, married to fresh, citrus-dominated flavour, and leading to a dry, minerally finish. 46 Gavi di Gavi La Meirana Bruno Broglia 2015 40.00 Piedmont, Italy Great texture and precision, with distinctive greengage and almond notes on the palate. Fresh and dry, this is particularly characterful Gavi. 47 Sancerre Le Mont, Foucher Lebrun 2015 42.00 Loire, France Crisp, flavoursome Sancerre which offers floral and boxwood aromas. The palate shows juicy citrus fruit alongside the trademark elegance and minerality of the appellation. 48 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2016 50.00 Marlborough, New Zealand A weighty, dry wine, finely textured, it has fresh, ripe passionfruit, melon, capsicum and lime flavours that build across the palate to a resounding finish. A sophisticated rather than full-on, pungently herbaceous style of Sauvignon Blanc, it has great finesse and drinkability. 49 Montagny 1er Cru, Henri de Villamont 2013 55.00 Richly vibrant white burgundy, offering characteristic aromas of red apple and grilled nuts, and a creamy texture on the palate cut with some citrus freshness. Lovely balance and length complete this fine expression of the Henri de Villamont style. Good wine is a necessity of life for me -Thomas Jefferson
White Wine Full Bodied, Powerful Whites full of flavour and concentration 50 Bourgogne Chardonnay Prestige 2011, Henri de Villamont 44.00 Very vivid aromas of lemon, lime and peach, showing off the depth you get from old vine fruit. The palate is full but steely, very much in the Puligny mould, and offers great length and intensity. 51 Mahi Twin Valleys Chardonnay 2014 46.00 Marlborough, New Zealand Superb boutique winery, Mahi means in Maori your work, your craft highlighting wine is their passion An elegant and finely balanced wine. Ripe, concentrated flavours of citrus and nectarine fruit with barrel ferment nuttiness and a slightly creamy texture help to give nice weight and finish. 52 Puligny-Montrachet Le Trezin 2013, Marc Colin 89.50 Powerful wine with mineral notes and a well-integrated acidity. The most mineral of the villages wine from the Côte de Beaune. 53 Lethbridge Allegra Chardonnay 2009 (Biodynamic) 90.00 Geelong, South Australia Outstanding Chardonnay from one of Australia s top producers, very limited production, rich, opulent, incredible finesse and lingering finish, a classic. 54 Cervaro della Sala, Antinori 2014 95.00 Umbria, Italy Intense, complex aroma with notes of white flowers and flint balanced by a hint of vanilla. Full-bodied and well-structured palate with notes of toast, citrus and mineral. Elegant and persistent in the mouth, this is a wine with a long life ahead of it. 55 Meursault 2010, Pierre Morey (Organic) 110.00 Pierre Morey s naturally focused, mineral style is a nice counterpoint to the natural richness of the 2006 vintage; this Meursault offers a mixture of exotic floral and stone fruit flavours with a concentrated steely power on the palate. Wine improves with age. The older I get, the better I like it
Red Wine Light Bodied Fruity Reds, softer in Tannins 56 Gran Hacienda Merlot, Santa Rita 2015, 22.00 Central Valley, Chile This Merlot has a complex aroma combining ripe black fruits and sweet plums with vanilla and spice notes. Concentrated palate, with a very ripe, smooth structure. 57 Rioja Tinto Tempranillo Conde de Valdemar 2015 23.50 Spain Lovely smooth young Rioja, with bright cranberry/cherry fruit, a violet aroma, and some creaminess on the finish. 58 Pinot Noir Coopers Creek 2014 37.00 Marlborough, New Zealand Black plums and black cherries on the nose intermingled with subtle French oak and nuances of grilled meat. Rich and firm on the palate with bold, sweet fruit. A core of ripe black cherry lingers on the finish. 59 Fleurie, La Madone, Duboeuf 2014 37.50 Beaujolais, France This famous Cru lives up to its name with a smooth, elegant and yes floral wine of immense charm. 60 Bourgogne Pinot Noir Prestige 2014, Henri de Villamont, 46.00 Henri de Villamont s red burgundy is a rather sophisticated affair, showing real depth of fruit and a fine silky texture. The balance between berry-floral flavour, medium-bodied structure and gentle oak, to a lovely smooth flavour. Somebody left the cork out of my lunch - WC Fields
Red Wine Medium Bodied reds 61 Finca La Colonia Malbec Bodega Norton 2016 24.50 Argentina Sweet and spicy aromas, reminiscent of black pepper. Ripe red fruit on the palate, smooth texture and a harmonious finish. 62 Deakin Estate Shiraz 2015 27.50 Victoria, Australia Good punchy Shiraz aromas of mulberry and plum, supported by hints of vanilla and coffee oak. The palate is juicy, spicy and satisfying, with a rounded finish. 63 Regaleali Nero d Avola Sicilia IGT Tasca d Almerita 2014 26.00 Sicilia IGT, Italy Notes of cherry, mulberry, black cherry, blueberry, vanilla and sage on the nose. Velvety and balanced in the mouth. 64 Pèppoli Chianti Classico, Antinori 2014 40.00 Tuscany, Italy Italy s most famous Chianti Classico from Antinori, Intense red fruit aromas are offset by delicate notes of vanilla and chocolate. Pleasantly lingering with a fresh, vibrant feel in the mouth. 65 Côtes-du-Rhône St Esprit, Delas 2015 28.50 Rhône, France With Syrah to the fore, this is full of berry fruit, violet, liquorice, and spices. It has a generous, rounded palate and a long, elegant finish. 66 Julicher Estate 99 Rows Pinot Noir, Martinborough 2013 50.00 Martinborough, New Zealand Complex and aromatic Pinot Noir with spicy, mineral aromas over berry fruit. Balanced and juicy on the palate, with real expression of place, and a long, vibrant finish. 67 Carneros Pinot Noir Saintsbury 2013 68.00 California, United States A winning combination of generosity and finesse marks this Pinot Noir, which offers black cherry and spice aromas, an intense, focused palate and a long mineral finish. 68 Chambolle-Musigny 2010, Henri de Villamont 90.00 A delightful, graceful Chambolle that combines succulent blueberry and redcurrant fruit with the appellation s typical scent of jasmine and incense. Medium-bodied, with a fluid, silky texture, this is an elegant classic. Wine is sunlight, held together by water
Full Bodied Heavier Reds 69 Prunus Dao Tinto 2014 24.50 Portugal Lightly oaked and perfectly balanced, with a silky texture and crisp edge. The nose is cram-packed with mulberries, blackberries and anise. On the palate black cherry and raspberry fruit tones with creamy and chocolaty oak flavours. 70 Malbec Remolinos Vineyard, Finca Decero 2014 34.00 Argentina Intense violet aromas and purity of raspberry and red fruit flavours, with a kick of white pepper a very assured, sleek texture, and a long, energetic finish 71 Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Carmenère 2013 (Organic) Chile 40.00 A remarkably sleek, refined Carmenère, which really brings out the grape s mineral side while balancing power and elegance on a knife edge. The palate is charged with ripe, focused blackcurrant fruit, and a long and satisfying finish. 72 Château Montaiguillon, Montagne St Emilion 2012 42.00 Bordeaux, France An expressive nose of roasted plums, dried herbs and fresh earthy notes leads to a full, plush palate typical of this very successful vintage. 73 Buitenverwachting Christine 2012 (Cabernet/Merlot/Cab Franc) 44.00 South Africa An exquisite bordeaux-style blend with rich red fruit characters reminiscent of ripe cherry and blackcurrant, and undertones of dark chocolate and tobacco. 74 Finca Valpiedra Rioja Reserva 2009 60.00 Spain That rare thing: a single-vineyard Rioja, giving an excellent expression of the fruit with fine nuances of dark berries perfectly combined with the smokiness provided by the ageing in French oak barrels. Round and full-bodied with an elegant, ripe structure and a long, silky, persistent finish. 75 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Domaine de Beaurenard 2011 65.00 Rhône Valley, France An immensely fruity nose, with spicy and balsamic notes, then great complexity on the palate: power, finesse, and an incredibly long, mineral-fresh finish. 76 Fiefs de Lagrange, St Julien 2004 75.00 Bordeaux, France Now at optimum maturity, this wine shows the classic proportions and complexity of the vintage, with a supple structure and plenty of dense red fruit. Wine fills the heart with courage. - Plato
Red Wine 77 Gevrey-Chambertin Les Evocelles 2012, Henri de Villamont 95.00 An elegant style of Gevrey from a well-situated single vineyard, offering a beguiling blend of red and black berry fruit, a juicy texture, and a hint of earthy complexity. 78 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Joseph Phelps 2012 98.00 California, United States This delicious Napa Cabernet expresses the region s opulent berry fruit and supple texture without straying into overripeness. This is succulent yet refreshing wine that represents a compelling blend of old- and new-style Napa. 79 Hermitage Rouge Domaine des Tourettes 2010 Delas 115.00 Delas, Rhône France Classic Hermitage, with dark, almost roasted fruits, emerging aromas of meat and olives, and great reserves of latent power matched by surprising levels of finesse. 80 Château Batailley, Pauillac 1998/2007 120.00 Bordeaux, France One of the oldest Estates in Medoc this is drinking superbly A very typical Pauillac, showing firm cassis and cigar-box aromas, medium weight with a degree of power in the mouth, and a long savoury finish. 81 Tignanello, Villa Antinori Toscana IGT 2012 145.00 Italy An icon of Italian wines and the first ever Super Tuscan. Predominately Sangiovese with Cabernet and Cabernet Franc making up the blend. Plum and cherries mingle with mint and liquorice, creating a vivid, harmonious balance from the first impression through to the long, savoury finish I cook with wine. Sometimes I even add it to the food. - W.C. Fields
RoseWine 82 Buitenverwachting Blanc de Noir Rosé 2016, South Africa 22.50 Attractive salmon pink in colour with strawberry characters and aromatic peach-like flavours. 83 Côtes de Provence Rosé Carte Noire 2015, France 30.00 Very refined dry rosé, with an attractive floral aroma, redcurrant fruit, and excellent length in the mouth. 84 Whispering Angel 2015, Côtes de Provence Rose 48.00 Provence, France The palest of pale pinks, this delicate rosé offers a core of pretty stone fruit with some herbal notes. The palate is dry but smooth-textured, with an appetising mineral finish. Dessert Wine 85 Château Menota Cuvée Du Portail 2010 Bottle: 75cl 30.00 Graves Supérieures, Bordeaux, France Glass: 125 ml 5.25 Classic aromas of marmalade, honey and blossom introduce this delicious wine. The palate is medium-sweet, full of fruit, and yet fresh and tangy, with a whistle-clean finish. 86 Tokaji Late Harvest Cuvée, Sauska 2003/2005 Bottle: 500 ml 48.00 Tokaji, Hungary This Tokaji sees only a brief period in barrel, allowing the succulent pear, peach and orange fruit characters to take centre stage. The sweetness is perfectly offset by citrus, allowing the wine to progress from a fruit-filled entry to a clean refreshing finish. 87 Buitenverwachting 1769 Muscat 2014, Bottle: 375ml 32.50 Constantia, South Africa Glass: 125 ml 8.50 This classical Constantia dessert wine offers ripe apricot, melon,fynbos and apple like characters. The initial sensation is sweet, but due to crisp natural acids the wine has a firm and full finish. 88 Pineau des Charentes Rouge 5 Ans d Age Bottle: 75cl 48.00 Château de Beaulon, France Glass:125ml 8.75 The perfect dessert wine with chocolate, made with classic Cabernet and Merlot grapes then fortified with Cognac.Fresh, supple with notes of black cherry in alcohol, blackcurrant, red rose, perfect harmony of fruity strength and mellowness. 89 Château Jolys Jurançon Cuvée Jean 2012/2013 Bottle: 375ml 28.50 Lusciously rich with a nose of exotic fruits, peaches, pineapple and white flowers. Glass 9.50 The palate is powerful and smooth, with the same aromas and complexity as the nose. Pure, elegant and very well-balanced.