Wine List - Royal Hotel

Wines by the Glass
Champagne
132 Ayala Brut Majeur, Champagne
NV
France
125ml
£8.50
2013
Italy
175ml
£5.25
2013
Spain
£4.75
2013
Australia
£5.50
2013
Chile
£5.25
2013
Italy
175ml
£5.25
2011
Spain
175ml
£6.00
2013
Romania
£5.00
2013
Chile
£4.75
The historic ‘Grande Marque’ of Ayala was established in 1860 and is renowned
for the freshness and vivacity of its house style. A high percentage of Pinot
Noir, low dosage and limited use of reserve wines contribute to Champagne
with vibrant citrus fruit and toasty complexity in perfect balance.
White
181 Pinot Grigio ‘Farfalla’ Bella Modella, Umbria
This characterful Umbrian Pinot Grigio has a little more weight than its more
northern cousins. Pretty floral characters and delicate fruit.
190 Campo Flores Verdejo Sauvignon Blanc, Castilla
Spain’s Verdejo grape has a steely mineral character to which the Sauvignon
Blanc adds grassy freshness. A wonderful, crisp dry white and a perfect foil for
seafood.
200 ‘The Googly’ Chardonnay, One Chain Vineyard , Adelaide Hills
Sourcing the fruit from premium cool climate regions sets this stylish unoaked
Chardonnay apart from the rest. Crisp with bright citrus fruit and a
Burgundian profile.
210 Sauvignon Blanc Nostros, Indomita, Casablanca Valley, Chile
Cool climate Casablanca Valley can produce sensational aromatic whites. This
elegant Sauvignon has delicate floral and gooseberry characters and a lively,
mouth-watering finish.
Rosé
220 Pinot Grigio Rosé Bella Modella, Veneto
A delicious dry Pinot Grigio rosé. Pale pink in colour and exhibiting elegant
summer fruit.
Red
301
Rioja Crianza Finca Manzanos
Classic Crianza Rioja. Rich dark fruit laced with creamy spicy oak and a savoury
edge. This modern balanced wine is aged for 18 months in both French and
American oak.
315
Calusari Pinot Noir
Romania is a surprising source of attractively priced Pinot Noir with genuine
Pinot flavours. This is pretty, light to medium bodied and very easy drinking.
340
Merlot Los Espinos, Central Valley, Chile
Plenty of dark berry and plum fruit balanced by a savoury structure.
A delicious and generous Merlot from the impressive Indomita winery.
Our Recommendations
White
162 Mont Rocher Viognier Vieilles Vignes, Pays d’Oc
2013
France
£23.00
This beautiful wine exhibits the hallmark Viognier richness of apricot
fruit up front, but with a clean mouth-watering finish.
183 Soave Classico 'La Rocca' Leonildo Pieropan, Veneto
2012/13 Italy
£40.00
2013
Spain
£28.00
2013
Germany
£25.00
This impressive oaked Soave from a tip-top estate has just won the 'Best
Italian White' trophy for the fourth year in a row at the IWC. Serious and
sensational!
193 Albariño Orballo, Bodegas La Val, Rias Baixas
Galicia on the Atlantic north-west coast of Spain is the home of the
Albariño grape. An aromatic apple and citrus nose. Ample ripe fruit
characters on the palate and good acidity give a fresh balanced wine,
with a pleasant texture and length.
198 Riesling Estate, Dr Loosen, Mosel
Ernie Loosen is the Master of Riesling. He is also the first Master of Wine
in Germany. Medium style with a brilliant acidity. This is sunshine
drinking with a low alcohol and delicious fruity taste.
212 Torrontes Reserva, Nieto Senetiner, Mendoza
2012/13 Argentina
£25.00
2012
France
£40.00
2012/13 France
£20.00
2007
£32.00
Delicate flower blossom combines perfectly with herbaceous, white
peach and orange peel notes. Well balanced, weighty palate - floral but
poised.
Red
261 Givry Bastion de l’Oratoire Domaine Chanson
Pure and crunch Pinot Noir with a freshness, delicacy, crunchy red fruit
and herby complexity. A delicious wine from a much improved
Domaine.
290 Mont Rocher Carignan Vieilles Vignes Pays d’Herault
Carignan is an under-rated southern French grape which can produce
exciting wines, particularly when the vines are older. Silky smooth with
red berry fruit and a creamy texture.
303 Rioja Reserva Bodegas LAN
Spain
A superior Reserva from one of the most dynamic and highly regarded
estates in Rioja. Wonderful depth of structure and very well integrated
oak.
305 Touriga Nacional Terra d’Alter, Alentejo
2010/12 Portugal
£25.00
2013
£23.00
Touriga is Portugal’s best known grape and from these high vineyards
in the Alto Alentejo it retains a crunchy freshness to balance its
richness. Delicious.
342 Malbec Chronos, Espiritu di Argentina, Mendoza, Argentina
Rip-roaringly delicious Mendoza Malbec with vibrant dark fruit and
swirls of chocolate in a long rich finish.
Argentina
Champagnes and Sparkling Wines
130 Prosecco Frizzante, Casa Defra, Veneto
NV
Italy
£20.00
NV
Italy
£25.00
NV
France
£45.00
NV
France
£50.00
NV
France
£65.00
1998
France
£150.00
Elegant Frizzante Prosecco with classic apple and pear fruit. Very easy
drinking style.
131 Prosecco Spumante, Modella
A wonderfully rounded Prosecco with a persistent mousse, and fine apple
and citrus fruit.
132 Ayala Brut Majeur, Champagne
The historic ‘Grande Marque’ of Ayala was established in 1860 and is
renowned for the freshness and vivacity of its house style. A high
percentage of Pinot Noir, low dosage and limited use of reserve wines
contribute to Champagne with vibrant citrus fruit and toasty complexity
in perfect balance.
133 Ayala Rosé Brut Majeur, Champagne
A sublimely elegant rosé Champagne with a high proportion of
Chardonnay which adds an invigorating freshness to the summer berry
and cassis fruit.
134 Bollinger Special Cuvée
Probably the richest and most powerful non vintage Champagne on the
market. Nutty and complex oak influences.
135 Joseph Perrier Cuvée Josephine, Châlons en Champagne
From this history rich and ancient flask, a gilded collector’s item, flows an
intensely noble Champagne. Only premiers and grand crus make up this
blend (49% Chardonnay, 51% Pinot Noir).
White Wines
France, Alsace
140 Gewürztraminer Reserve, Cave de Turckheim
2011/12
£27.00
2011
£26.00
2013
£23.00
2013
£24.00
2013
£32.00
2013
£36.00
Pale golden colour with perfumed aromatics of lychee, rose petals and spice. A
fantastic wine with great complexity, full bodied with spice and intense fruit on the
finish.
141 Pinot Blanc Reserve, Joseph Cattin
Pinot Blanc may be the least regarded of Alsace’s great white grapes, but this fine
example is stunningly clean, fresh and with surprising depth. A great wine with fish.
France, Loire
150 Muscadet de Sèvre et Maine sur Lie, Les Roches Noires, Marcel Martin
Very clear, light green tints with a youthful apple nose. Clean, delicious dry white with
a hint of yeasty lees – an excellent example of Muscadet.
151 Sauvignon de Touraine Domaine Alain Marcadet
This is the most elegant Loire Sauvignon Blanc we have ever come across. With lively
elderflower fruit, this is as good as many a Sancerre.
152 Sancerre, Domaine des Brosses
Classic Loire Sauvignon Blanc from a forward looking Domaine. Vibrant fruit and an
impressive depth of texture.
153 Pouilly Fumé Domaine de Bel Air
This Domaine has won Gold Medals and even the Trophy at the International Wine
Challenge in recent years. A really classic Pouilly Fumé with mineral depth, great
finesse and crunchy green fruit.
France, Southern
161 Chardonnay Les Argelières Vieilles Vignes, Languedoc
2013
£20.00
2013
£23.00
2013
£25.00
2012
£28.00
2013
£25.00
2013
£30.00
2010/12
£39.00
2012
£45.00
2007
£75.00
2007
£100.00
2010
£130.00
A wonderful Languedoc Chardonnay grown on clay / limestone ‘argelière’ soils which
produce vibrant citrus / mineral wines with the intensity to balance a judicious use of
oak.
162 Mont Rocher Viognier Vieilles Vignes, Pays d’Oc
This beautiful wine exhibits the hallmark Viognier richness of apricot fruit up front,
but with a clean mouth-watering finish.
163 Picpoul de Pinet Domaine de Montredon, Côteaux de Languedoc
Picpoul has surged in popularity as a wonderful seafood wine for its mouth-watering
freshness, minerality and vibrant lemon fruit. The ‘Muscadet of the South’.
164 Figure Libre ‘Freestyle’ Blanc Domaine Gayda
Awesome organic blend from this dynamic producer. Marsanne, Grenache Blanc,
Maccabeu and Chenin Blanc with restrained oak. Peach, apple, honeysuckle and spice.
This is a revelation and a great alternative to white Burgundy!
France, Burgundy
170 Macon Charnay Clos de Tournons Domaine Tripoz
Exceptional Macon from a small Domaine with a focus on quality and a respect for the
health of their vineyards. Vibrant citrus fruit and surprising concentration.
172 Chablis, Domaine Savary
Steely Chablis, but with a generosity of pure green-tinged fruit and seashell minerality.
A wonderful small Domaine using environmentally friendly techniques.
173 Rully Bastion de l'Oratoire Domaine Chanson
Bright and zesty Burgundy from this improving producer. Oak is restrained and
overshadowed by taut, pure and generous fruit.
174 Chablis 1er Cru, Côte de Lechet Domaine Defaix
Dry, savoury, mineral and yet with a richness, complexity and intensity that you hope
to find in a really good 1er Cru Chablis.
176
Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes Jean-Marc Pillot
Impressive premier cru from a 'rising star'. A lovely and impressive wine from a good
vintage.
177 Meursault, Tête de Murger, Domaine Patrick Miolane, Burgundy
The most concentrated of the Javillier Meursaults, Cuvée Tête de Murger exhibits
splendid poise between weight and minerality. Layers of flavour spread across the
palate and the result is truly impressive.
178 Corton Charlemagne, Domaine Jean-Jacques Girard
This may be youthful but it certainly is delicious. This domaine makes stylish and
‘fruit-forward’ wines which drink well young. The 2010 vintage is one of the best.
Italy
180 Frascati Superiore DOC, Cantina Villafranca, Lazio
2011
£20.00
2013
£20.00
2013
£24.00
2012/13
£40.00
2013
£18.00
2012/13
£22.00
2012/13
£25.00
2013
£28.00
2011
£22.00
2012
£26.00
Straw yellow, bright and delicately fruity on the nose this is a tasty, elegant and lively
example of Frascati to be drunk young.
181 Pinot Grigio ‘Farfalla’ Bella Modella, Umbria
This characterful Umbrian Pinot Grigio has a little more weight than its more northern
cousins. Pretty floral characters and delicate fruit.
182 Gavi DOCG, La Battistina, Piemonte
Aromatic, zesty, sherbet nose with apple and pear fruit, and a hint of minerality.
Juicy, weighty fruit with a zippy, citric acid mouth watering feel creating a refreshing,
satisfying finish.
183 Soave Classico 'La Rocca' Leonildo Pieropan, Veneto
This impressive oaked Soave from a tip-top estate has just won the 'Best Italian White'
trophy for the fourth year in a row at the IWC. Serious and sensational!
Spain
190 Campo Flores Verdejo Sauvignon Blanc, Castilla
Spain’s Verdejo grape has a steely mineral character to which the Sauvignon Blanc
adds grassy freshness. A wonderful, crisp dry white and a perfect foil for seafood.
191 Rioja Blanco, Barrel Fermented, Azabache, Vinedos Aldeaunueva, Rioja
Straw-yellow, with some very bright greenish reflection. Aromas of tropical fruits and
nuts (pineapple, hazelnut), well blended with balsamic aromas and spicy from the
wood.
192 K-Naia, Bodegas Naia, Rueda
The first vintage of this Verdejo, Viura, Sauvignon blend. Gently aromatic; intriguing
aromas of opulent tropical fruit; passion fruit, kiwi and guava; structure and minerality
suggesting potential to age with racy acidity and long finish.
193 Albariño Orballo, Bodegas La Val, Rias Baixas
Galicia on the Atlantic north-west coast of Spain is the home of the Albariño grape.
An aromatic apple and citrus nose. Ample ripe fruit characters on the palate and good
acidity give a fresh balanced wine, with a pleasant texture and length.
Portugal
195 Alvarinho Grande D’Arte, DFJ Vinhos, Lisboa
A dry wine of real finesse with an intense aroma of ripe orchard fruits. The body is full
with a delicious, creamy character and this is countered by a fresh, citrus quality on a
long finish.
Austria
196 Grüner Veltliner Sepp, Weingut Sepp Moser, Rohrendorf
Pale lemon yellow. The palate combines citrus fruit characters such as lime and
grapefruit with a hint of spice and a backbone of steely acidity.
Germany
197 Piesporter Michelsberg, Schmitt Sohne, Mosel
2011/13
£18.00
2013
£25.00
2012
£25.00
2013
£22.00
2013
£29.00
2012
£29.00
2014
£24.00
2010
£35.00
2013
£32.00
2013/14
£21.00
2013
£21.00
2013
£25.00
Piesport is certainly one of the most famous wine villages in Germany, producing great
wines in the well-known "Mosel" style. Medium drinking white wine producing
flavours of lychee and peach.
198 Riesling Estate, Dr Loosen, Mosel
Ernie Loosen is the Master of Riesling. He is also the first Master of Wine in Germany.
Medium style with a brilliant acidity. This is sunshine drinking with a low alcohol and
delicious fruity taste.
199 Gewurztraminer Villa Wolf, J L Wolf, Pfalz
Villa Wolf Gewürztraminer is clean, fruity and wonderfully light on its feet. It shows off
the aromatic charm of the variety with the deliciously juicy texture and a delicate
aroma of spice and fresh roses.
Australia/New Zealand
200 ‘The Googly’ Chardonnay, One Chain Vineyard , Adelaide Hills
Sourcing the fruit from premium cool climate regions sets this stylish unoaked
Chardonnay apart from the rest. Crisp with bright citrus fruit and a Burgundian profile.
201 Viognier/Pinot Gris - The Rude Mechanicals - New South Wales
Scents of super-ripe pineapple and guava rising over the honeysuckle and orangeblossom signatures of the Viognier, harmonizing beautifully with background
fragrances of musk and pear from the Pinot Gris. The palate is voluptuous
with tropical-fruit flavours, subtle fresh hints of lemongrass and spicy ginger.
202 Dandelion Riesling, Eden Valley, S. Australia
Bone dry with zesty grapefruit acidity. Classic Aussie Riesling from an up and coming
producer. Have you tried this fascinating dry wine style?
204 Stoneburn Sauvignon Blanc, Hunters, Marlborough, NZ
Jane Hunter OBE is probably the best known woman in the New Zealand wine industry
and her wines are highly regarded. Classic Marlborough Sauvignon with a restrained
European edge.
205 Auntsfield Single Vineyard Chardonnay, Marlborough, NZ
A blockbuster Chardonnay from this organically farmed vineyard which incidentally is
the oldest in Marlborough, planted in the 1870’s. Impressive structure and generous
oak are tempered by mouth watering acidity and fine minerality.
206 Sauvignon Blanc, Whitehaven Winery, Marlborough, NZ
Pale lemon straw in colour, this Sauvignon Blanc has a powerfully aromatic nose with
hints of lime, lychee, grapefruit and capsicum notes. Great concentration and
complexity with a clean crisp zingy finish we all expect from Marlborough.
South America
210 Sauvignon Blanc Nostros, Indomita, Casablanca Valley, Chile
Cool climate Casablanca Valley can produce sensational aromatic whites. This
elegant Sauvignon had delicate floral and gooseberry characters and a lively,
mouth-watering finish.
211 Chardonnay, Emiliana Vineyards, Central Valley, Chile
Dry, fresh, bright Chardonnay. Untouched by oak, truly varietal and purely appealing
with ripe tropical fruits and a smooth vanilla finish.
212 Torrontes Reserva, Nieto Senetiner, Mendoza, Argentina
Delicate flower blossom combines perfectly with herbaceous, white peach and
orange peel notes. Well balanced, weighty palate - floral but poised.
South Africa
215 Chenin Blanc, William Robertson
2013
£19.00
2013
£20.00
2009/10
£38.00
One of the best value Chenins on the market with bright citrus fruit and a crisp
mineral finish.
216 False Bay Sauvignon Blanc - Waterkloof - Coastal Region
Lovely and fresh with crisp aromatics, green fruit, ripe apple and floral aromas.
217 Chenin avec Chêne - Simonsig - Stellenbosch,
Floral and honey notes combine perfectly with the spicy cinnamon sugar and toasty
oak aromas fusing in an inviting complex nose. The palate is filled with the mouthwatering flavours of caramelised baked apples and dried apricots and pears. The
typical zesty acidity of Chenin adds freshness and balance as it runs persistently
through the length of the wine finishing with a classic minerality.
Rosé Wines
220 Pinot Grigio Rosé Bella Modella, Veneto
2013
Italy
£20.00
2013
France
£20.00
2012
Germany
£25.00
A delicious dry Pinot Grigio rosé. Pale pink in colour and exhibiting
elegant summer fruit.
221 Grenache Gris/Cinsault Rosé, Pasquiers, Boutinot, Vin de Pays
d’Oc
Really refined and stylish Languedoc rosé. As good as many more
expensive Provence wines. Perfect savoury summery drinking.
222 Pinot Noir Rosé, Villa Wolf, J L Wolf, Pfalz
A rosé in its truest sense, made with a brief maceration before pressing
to extract a lovely salmon colour. Light and refreshing, with bright
berry and fruit flavours and a clean, zippy finish.
223 Côtes de Provence Rosé Melopée de Gavoty
2012/13 France
£25.00
One of Provence’s leading producers. Deceptively pale in colour and
dry but with vibrant strawberry fruit and a beguiling texture.
Everything you want from good Provence rosé.
Red Wines
France, Bordeaux
251
Château Haut Grelot Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux
2010/11
£25.00
2011/12
£30.00
2010
£45.00
2010
£65.00
1995
£75.00
A step up from the average entry level claret. This Blaye has the weight and texture of
a more expensive wine. A young Bordeaux winemaker who is gaining critical acclaim.
252
Château Le Pey Cru Bourgeois Médoc
Le Pey consistently produces great quality claret with Cassis fruit, fine tannins and a
savoury, meaty edge. This vintage is drinking impressively.
253
Saint Emilion, Vieux Château Cros Lamarzelle
Saint-Emilion wines are slightly rounder and softer in style than those from the Médoc.
Cabernet Franc and Merlot are the prime grapes used.
254
Pomerol, Le Jardin de Petit-Village
The second wine of Château Petit-Village and a really impressive Pomerol from a team
who obviously leave no stone unturned in search of quality in their vineyards adjacent
to Château Le Pin. A wonderful wine from 100% Merlot.
255
Château Haut-Bages-Libéral 5ème Cru Classé, Pauillac
Fully mature Pauillac from the wonderful 1995 vintage. This 5th growth Château is
situated high on the Bages plateau but also has vineyards next to Latour and
Pichon-Lalande.
France, Burgundy
260 Bourgogne Pinot Noir, Nuiton-Beaunoy
2012
£28.00
2012
£40.00
2011/12
£42.00
2006
£95.00
2013
£25.00
2013
£30.00
2013
£28.00
2013
£30.00
2012/13
£25.00
2013
£22.00
2011
£34.00
2011
£36.00
The 2011 vintage wasn’t an easy vintage in which to make attractive wines but this
quality focussed co-operative really delivered. Juicy and supple.
261 Givry Bastion de l’Oratoire Domaine Chanson
Pure and crunch Pinot Noir with a freshness, delicacy, crunchy red fruit and herby
complexity. A delicious wine from a much improved Domaine.
262 Marsannay Rouge Les Finottes, Domaine Bart
An engaging little wine that plays the flute rather than the trumpet as the saying goes.
Fruity and forward it conveys a delicious fruit medley of morello cherries, strawberries
and rhubarb with a bit of pruney development.
263 Corton Le Rognet Grand Cru Domaine Bertrand Ambroise
A fine vintage for red Burgundy and a producer who makes structured and imposing
reds with great structure and plenty of new oak. This is opening up impressively now.
A great Grand Cru.
France, Beaujolais
270 Beaujolais Villages, Chateau de Chenas
Raspberry, redcurrant and cherry aromas with a touch of pepper and wild strawberry.
Attractive red berry fruit flavours with good purity and refreshing acidity.
271 Fleurie Les Roches du Vivier Domaine Berrod, Beaujolais
Fleurie is renowned as the most elegant of the 10 ‘Cru’ villages. This wine has a little
more structure than some, but with generous and attractive fruit.
272 Morgon Cote de Py, Le Cru aux Roches Pourries
Self-evidently a grower’s wine from the best slope in Morgon, its moody inner soul of
primary, even angular jumbled flavours destine this adolescent to be a stunning
beauty.
273 Brouilly, Domaine Cret des Garanaches
We believe this is one of the nicest Brouilly's that we have tasted. It has a strength and
feel like no other. The vibrant Gamay fruit balances the very light tannins that
complete this delightful wine perfectly.
France, Rhône
280 Ventoux 'Le Sanglier Foux, Val de Garrigue
Soft yet opulent, herby yet ripe and with a hint of something savoury. A lovely
Southern Rhône blend made by Guillaume Gonnet of Domaine Font de Michelle.
281 Côtes du Rhône Resèrve de Fleur
A really attractive entry level Côtes de Rhône which gives all the sweet berry fruit,
warmth and spice you could want.
282 Crozes Hermitage Rouge, Cave de Tain l’Hermitage
Very intense, dark and rich, big nose giving off some oak but also ripe wild black fruits,
peppery spice and hints of earth and leather; rich, rustic and spicy in the mouth.
Elegant in length of flavour with soft tannins.
283 Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Victor Berard
A wine of some magnitude. Lovely translucent red, hints of small berries, excellent soft
fruit and spice, deep, warming and full bodied.
France, Southern
290 Mont Rocher Carignan Vieilles Vignes Pays d’Herault
2012/13
£20.00
2012/13
£22.00
2011
£29.00
2011
£25.00
2011/12
£22.00
2007
£32.00
2010/12
£25.00
2013
£20.00
2012
£25.00
2012
£28.00
2010
£40.00
2013
£19.00
Carignan is an under-rated southern French grape which can produce exciting wines,
particularly when the vines are older. Silky smooth with red berry fruit and a creamy
texture.
291 Marius Grenache Syrah Michel Chapoutier, Languedoc
Michel Chapoutier is one of the leading lights of the Rhône. His Languedoc outpost
produces a red from Rhône grapes, Grenache and Syrah, with joyous black fruit and a
supple texture.
292 Cahors Heritage du Cedre, Château du Cedre, Sud Ouest
This red has dark brooding fruit in abundance. The heart is black but the flesh is
youthful. Mainly Malbec, softened by plummy Merlot soothing the gullet, and a nice
touch of acidity.
Spain
301
Rioja Crianza Finca Manzanos
Classic Crianza Rioja. Rich dark fruit laced with creamy spicy oak and a savoury edge.
This modern balanced wine is aged for 18 months in both French and American oak.
302
La Multa Old Vine Garnacha, Catalyud
Old vines Garnacha is one of Spain’s best kept secrets. Wonderful depth and a velvety
texture. A delicious alternative to Rioja.
303
Rioja Reserva Bodegas LAN
A superior Reserva from one of the most dynamic and highly regarded estates in Rioja.
Wonderful depth of structure and very well integrated oak.
Portugal
305
Touriga Nacional Terra d’Alter, Alentejo
Touriga is Portugal’s best known grape and from these high vineyards in the Alto
Alentejo it retains a crunchy freshness to balance its richness. Delicious.
Italy
310
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Loggia del Sole Le Chiantigiane, Abruzzo
Plenty of generous dark cherry fruit, but supple and accessible as you might expect
from this easy-going grape.
311
Chianti Leonardo, Cantine Leonardo da Vinci, Toscana
This is an expressive and approachable Chianti from a progressive and quality
focussed co-operative which is based in the town of Vinci, hence the name!
312
Valpolicella DOC La Piazzola, Fabiano Vini, Veneto
A tried and tested blend of Rondinella, Corvina and Molinara form this surprisingly
light, smooth and fruity style of Valpolicella.
313
Barolo DOCG Flori, Araldica, Piemonte
A light red coloured wine with hints of orange. Typical tobacco, leather and violet
notes and yes, there is tannin, but it is pleasingly supported with plump fruit and a
round silky texture, giving a lengthy finish.
Romania
315
Calusari Pinot Noir
Romania is a surprising source of attractively priced Pinot Noir with genuine Pinot
flavours. This is pretty, light to medium bodied and very easy drinking.
Australia/New Zealand
320 Shiraz / Cabernet The Wrong ‘un, One Chain Vineyards, SE Australia
2013
£21.00
2011
£32.00
2011
£45.00
2011
£29.00
2013
£18.00
2012
£20.00
2013
£23.00
2011
£35.00
2012
£32.00
2009
£38.00
This blend stands out from other Aussie reds at this price for the purity and vibrancy of
fruit selected from cool climate regions. A real and uncomplicated drinking pleasure.
321 Moss Wood Amy’s Blend, Margaret River, Western Australia
Impressive and powerful ‘Bordeaux blend’ including Malbec and Petit Verdot. A great
wine from Australia’s premier region for Cabernet and from an iconic and pioneering
producer.
322 Pirathon Shiraz by Kalleske, Barossa Valley, Australia
Blockbuster biodynamic Barossa Shiraz from this brilliant producer. Kalleske have
been growing Barossa’s best grapes for 160 years but only started bottling and
releasing their own amazing wines in 2004.
330 Stoneburn Pinot Noir, Hunters, Marlborough, NZ
Classic Pinot Noir berry and cherry fruit and a little bit of beetroot. The fruit is
restrained and quite Burgundian in style, which is typical of the Hunters wines.
The Americas
340 Merlot Los Espinos, Central Valley, Chile
Plenty of dark berry and plum fruit balanced by a savoury structure. A delicious and
generous Merlot from the impressive Indomita winery.
341 Carmenere, Emiliana Vineyards, Colchagua Valley, Chile
Full bodied with bramble fruit aromas and ripe, dark fruit flavours on the palate are
nicely balanced with a savoury smoky twist on the finish.
342 Malbec Chronos, Espiritu di Argentina, Mendoza, Argentina
Rip-roaringly delicious Mendoza Malbec with vibrant dark fruit and swirls of chocolate
in a long rich finish.
343 Predator Zinfandel, Lodi, California
The Predator is the fearsome ladybird which roams this Lodi vineyard controlling
pests! Wonderful, big, supple red with smoky berry fruit. Sensational
344 Cartlidge & Browne Pinot Noir, California
This Pinot Noir comes from outstanding vineyard sources in the cool-climate
appellations of Mendocino, Carneros, and the renowned Russian River Valley. Cherry,
strawberry and rhubarb notes define the aromatics of this wine and bright flavours of
cherry, raspberry and ripe tomato are balanced by a layer of earthy mushroom.
Smooth and silky!
South Africa
345 Tiara - Simonsig - Stellenbosch
Persian Carpet Red. A refined tapestry of violets, blackberries and cherries with a
tobacco lining. The sweet chocolate sensation moulds the palate, releasing delicate
blueberry notes. The silky smooth tannins transform the four unique cultivars into a
harmonious Bordeaux blend.
Port
370 Weise & Krohn Late Bottled Vintage
2009
Glass
50ml
£3.50
2005
£5.00
Deep ruby colour with upfront aromas of black plums, spice and dried herbs,
firm and evident tannins and a rich, long finish.
371 Weise & Krohn Vintage
Full structure and body, with intense red berry and spice aromas following
through to the palate - layers of flavour.
Dessert Wines
Bottle
360 Moscato Passito, Araldica, Piemonte (37.5cl)
2012
Italy
£18.00
Glass
100ml
£5.00
2011
France
£20.00
£5.00
2000
France
£28.00
£7.50
2010
S. Africa
£25.00
£7.00
A deliciously well balanced sticky dessert wine with honeyed, floral
aromas. Ripe apricot and acacia honey characters on the palate with
a core of homemade lemon curd running through to the long, fresh
and lingering finish.
361 Monbazillac Jour de Fruit, Domaine de l’Ancienne Cure (37.5cl)
Golden yellow and concentrated in colour. On the nose aromas of
honey, peaches and acacia. Unctuous and full textured on the
palate with notes of crystallized fruits and apricot.
362 Château Filhot Sauternes (37.5cl)
Filhot is a historic Sauternes producer classified as ‘2eme cru classe’
in 1855. Fresh and aromatic (due to the high proportion of
Sauvignon in the blend and restrained use of oak). 14 years old and
a real treat.
363 Vin de Liza - Simonsig – Stellenbosch (37.5cl)
The nose shows rich honeyed fruit with layers of dried apricots,
baked apples and sundried raisins. There are perfumed aromas
which are complemented by a seductive nutty oak spiciness. The
palate is silky smooth with a delicious earthy minerality which keeps
the sweetness well balanced. A beautifully well integrated wine
with layered complexity and a seamless texture.
Half Bottle Selection
Champagne
380 Ayala Brut Majeur, Champagne
NV
France
£25.00
2013
France
£16.00
2012
France
£26.00
2013
France
£20.00
The historic ‘Grande Marque’ of Ayala was established in 1860 and is
renowned for the freshness and vivacity of its house style. A high
percentage of Pinot Noir, low dosage and limited use of reserve wines
contribute to a Champagne with vibrant citrus fruit and toasty complexity
in perfect balance.
White
390 Chablis Domaine des Iles, Gerard Tremblay, Burgundy
A fuller style of Chablis with a flinty dry and powerful body. Soft,
voluptuous fruit is matched by fascinating mineral properties. A long
lasting palate that is delicious and memorable.
391 Pouilly Fuissé Les Sceles, Domaine Thibert, Mâconnais
This serious proposition is from 43 year old vines with high density
planting on limestone Marne soil. The wine remains on the lees before
bottling. A real Vin de Pierre (Traditional).
392 Sancerre La Vigne Blanche, Domaine Henri Bourgeois, Loire
La Vigne Blanche comes from vines grown on the hard limestone soils
called 'caillottes'. This is the most approachable of the Sancerre’s with
fragrant currant and sherbet flavours.
Red
395 Chianti Classico DOCG, Villa La Pagliaia, Toscana
2010
Italy
£18.00
2009
Spain
£17.00
2010
France
£20.00
2012
France
£19.00
Intense and lingering aromas hinting at dark fruit and warm, ripe spicy
notes; dry, full-bodied and rounded with good structure and depth of
flavour.
396 Rioja Reserva Azabache, Vinedos Aldeanueva
If you like good Rioja, then you have to try this. The addition of Graciano
to Tempranillo gives it a balance that is often missing from even good
Riojas.
397 Lussac Saint Emilion, Château Claymore, Bordeaux
Attractive, old-pine-in-warm-earth mellowness. This is classic Merlot
based claret.
398 Fleurie, Domaine de Calvaire Roche Gres, Beaujolais
This is the fullest of the cru Beaujolais and shows a very fruity nose and
palate. Crushed berry fruits ooze gently out of these thick purple robes.
A full and distinctive taste with a harmonious texture.
Bin Ends
White
402
Kuki Riesling, Waipara Hills
Rueda Verdejo/Viura, Viore, Rueda
now
2011
New
Zealand
£34.00
£28.00
2013
Spain
£25.00
£20.00
2013
France
£26.00
£21.00
2013
France
£27.00
£22.00
Italy
£26.00
£22.00
Chile
£32.00
£25.00
The Waipara region is much less well known than others, but
produces wonderful wines from several grapes including
wonderful Rieslings. Apple, lime and melon fruit with a hint of
spice and honey.
403
was
Verdejo is one of Spain’s great white wines with taut minerality.
The Viura in the blend adds fruit and a more rounded texture.
404
Marsanne Homme de Pays, Languedoc
Marsanne is a Rhône value grape which is on the ‘up and coming’
list. Decent weight and texture and pear fruit, spices and a
mineral backbone.
Red
411
Château Clotte Fontane Cuvée Mathierou, Languedoc
Classic and impressive oaked southern French red from Grenache
and Syrah. Vibrant red fruit, lovely texture and some savoury
spicy elements. Warming and delicious.
412
Isolabella della Croce Le Marne Monferatto Rosso, Piedmont 2012
A lovely blend of the 3 Piedmont red grapes, Barbera, Nebbiolo
and Dolcetto, this is an Italian wine lovers dream! Balanced,
complex and approachable.
413
Casa Silva Cool Coast Pinot Noir, Paradones, Colchagua
Cutting edge Chile! The renowned Casa Silva winery has opened
up the cool coastal range region of Paradones with plantings of
Pinot Noir and Sauvignon. Savoury, grown up premium Pinot
Noir with a bit of restraint. Not a Chilean fruit bomb!
2011