White Wines, Spring/Summer 2010
South Africa
1.Chardonnay, Rocheburg 175ml Glass £3.50: 250ml £4.50: Bottle £12.95
Full bodied, but not oaked although slightly buttery, this delightful wine displays youthful
fresh lemon, melon and white plum aromas and flavours. Great with creamy chicken and
seafoods.
2.Sauvignon Blanc, Steenbok. 175ml Glass £3.50: 250ml £4.50: Bottle £12.95
A lovely Sauvignon, with typically zesty citrus aromas and flavours of lemon and green
apples. Plenty of mouthwatering acidity.
France
3.Muscadet Sevre et Maine “Sur Lie” Chateau de Chasseloir: Bottle £14.95
Having undergone some extended ageing on the lees of fermentation, giving full yeasty
fresh fruit flavours. Produced in small quantities from hundred year-old vines; good weight
and complexity. Exceptional partner to fish, and a delightful aperitif.
4.France Pere Patriache £12.95
This carefully blended wine is well rounded, dry but smooth. Ideal on its own
lightly chilled or with most dishes
5. Boars Kloof Chenin Blanc £12.95
This Chenin Blanc is packed with upfront tropical fruits. The nose charms with
an abundance of Guava and Gooseberries. The palate follows through with fruit flavours,
balanced by a crisp acid to ensure a fresh and fruity style of wine.
Italy
6.Pinot Grigio Garganega Veneto
175ml Glass £3.60 250ml Glass £4.60 : Bottle £12.95
Fresh from the presses of rural Italy, la Borgata Pinot Grigio Garganega is an inspired
blend of two Italian grape varieties. Fruity Pinot Grigio combines with the aromatic
Garganego to give a floral wine with a soupcon of citrus
8.Champagne, Chanterre Bottle £29.95
A lovely blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay giving a light elegant sparkler
with soft full flavour
Why not try a glass for just £6.95 !!
Red Wines, Spring/Summer 2010
France
10.Rosé Mission St Vincent, 175ml Glass £3.60: 250ml £4.60: Bottle £14.95
Dry with delicate flavours of Strawberry, Cherry and Redcurrant
Argentina
12.Shiraz/Malbec, Avanti, 175ml Glass £3.50: 250ml £4.50: Bottle £12.95
Full bodied and with firm tannins, complimented by blackberried fruits and dark
plums/black cherry. Mouth warming and will go nicely with Steak and Lamb dishes.
New Zealand
13.Pinot Noir, Mount Riley, Bottle £27.95
Ripe strawberry and cherry flavours are complemented by light violet aromas and a hint of
pepper. A fresh, approachable wine with fine balance and structure. Great as an aperitif or
with chicken, game, red meat and pasta.
“Mount Riley’s Seventeen Valley Wines are newly emergent, icon wines from New Zealand.
The Pinot Noir is superb. These stylish wines are delicious. Beautifully balanced and
impeccably crafted. They are, simply, world class.” Christopher Stevens MW
Australia
14.Old Vine Grenache, Simon Hackett, Bottle £18.95
Juicy, cherry fruit with a dash of pepper and spice together with a touch of chocolate
pretty much sums up this old-vine Grenache from McLaren Vale. An excellent value wine
from this prime growing region. Partner this with beef, duck and lamb dishes as well as
mature cheddar
Spain
15.Rioja, Don Placero 2006, Bottle £12.95
Violet in colour, full bodied, soft and fruity, Delicious on its own or with cold
meats,pasta and cheese dishes
France
16.Cotes de Rhone Reserve Des Capucins, 2006 Bottle £13.95
This elegant wine is made from Syrah and Grenache grapes, delicious with red meats and
cheese as well as vegetable dishes
17.Saint Emilion 2006 Bottle £24.95
A smooth soft and elegant red wine produced from grapes grown in the vineyards
surrounding the old town of St Emilion
Italy
18.Italian Borgata Montepulciano Bottle £14.95
La Borgata Montepulciano D'abruzzo captures the essence of Italy, with layer upon layer of
ripe berry fruit, cherries and spice. A luscious full bodied and well rounded mouth filler!
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