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- WINES BY THE GLASS AND CARAFE -

These wines are served in glasses of 175ml and carafes of 500ml. Champagne and sparkling wines in glasses of 125ml. Sweet wines in glasses of 125ml or 175ml. Our wines contain Sulphites.

- SPARKLING - 125ml

Bottle

1 LE DOLCI COLLINE PROSECCO SPUMANTE NV 6.50Adria Vini, Venezie, Italy 32.00Fresh and gently fruity with citrus and green apple aromas. Delicate and lively on the palate with ripe, lightly grapey fruit, zesty acidity and a clean, refreshing finish.

11 BILLECART-SALMON BRUT RÉSERVE N.V. 11.00Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, France 60.00A burst of fruit, light and fresh on the palate with fine bubbles, an acid freshness and delicious persistence. A very nice Champagne that combines strength and delicacy.

12 CHAMPAGNE LOUIS ROEDERER BRUT PREMIER N.V. 12.00Reims, France 65.00In the mouth, the wine has structure, richness and length. It is a full, complex wine that is both modern and powerful, whilst remaining a great classic.



- WHITE -175ml 500ml

Bottle

100 PINOT GRIGIO 2016 6.75 17.50Principato, IGT Pavia, Italy 25.00Appealing fruit aromas mingle with delicate floral notes. Crisp, light and elegant.

70 CH. BAUDUC SAUVIGNON BLANC 2016 7.00 18.00Bordeaux A.C. France 26.00Made from Sauvignon Blanc grown round the Château, it's a crisp and delicious dry white, full of upfront fruit with plenty of weight in the mouth.

110 K-NAIA 2016 7.50 19.00Bodegas Naia, La Seca, Rueda, Spain 27.00Made with 85% Verdejo and 15% Sauvignon Blanc grapes, this wine delivers intense sensations of refreshing white fruit and crisp minerality. It is very approachable and goes with food or as an aperitif.

90 VIOGNIER "LES MONTARELS" 2015 7.50 19.00Domaine Les Montarels - Côtes de Thongue, France 27.00Richly fragrant aromas of apricot and white peach with full body and a little weight. Wonderful spicy fruit, pear and honey, a little richness but with zest and lovely acidity.

30 MUSCADET SÈVRE ET MAINE VIEILLES VIGNES 2017 7.75 20.00Château de Poyet, Loire Valley, France 28.00Extended lees ageing gives this wine added depth and complexity. Fresh and hard to resist.

31 SAINT-POURÇAIN CUVÉE PRINTANIÈRE BLANC 2016 8.50 22.50Union des Vignerons, Saint Pourçain, Loire, France 32.00Made from Chardonnay and Trésallier grapes, it has fresh floral aromas and a crisp, zesty, citrus edged palate. This makes a very nice aperitif or a partner for lighter dishes.

130 VILLA HUESGEN 'BY THE GLASS' RIESLING 2015 8.50 22.50Villa Huesgen, Trabben-Trarbach, Moselle, Germany 32.00In spite of the quirky name, this is a dry, modern Riesling, immensely appealing and approachable. Aromatic fresh fruit, minerality with refined acidity and length.

40 MÂCON SOLUTRÉ 2017 9.00 24.00Domaine des Gerbeaux, Solutré, Burgundy, France 34.00Unoaked Chardonnay, this is refreshing and citrussy with minerality and elegance, ripeness and bright acidity. Very satisfying.



- ROSÉ -175ml 500ml

Bottle

252 MÁS AMOR ROSADO 2014 8.00 21.00Franck Massard, Terra Alta, Catalonia, Spain 30.00Light, elegant complex and dry with vibrant freshness in the glass and a powerful fruity, herby nose. In the mouth there is subtle minerality with a refreshing finish.

- RED -

420 MERLOT 'LES MONTARELS' 2014 7.75 19.50Domaine Les Montarels - Côtes de Thongue, France 28.00This Merlot is deep coloured with aromas of black cherry, blackberry and sweet spices, mouth filling and ample.

430 VALPOLICELLA 'V' 2016 7.75 19.50Alpha Zeta, Verona, Italy 28.00Perfumes of dark cherries characteristic of good Valpolicella. Soft, ripe, fruity and rounded on the palate, with an attractive freshness of finish.

520 CLINE 'LODI' ZINFANDEL 2014 8.75 23.00Cline Cellars, Sonoma, California, USA 32.00

Dark berry fruit with black cherry and raspberry, spice notes and a lasting finish of vanilla with supple tannins. First rate.

503 HUMBERTO CANALE ESTATE PINOT NOIR 2016 8.75 23.00Bodega Humberto Canale, Rio Negro, Patagonia, Argentina 32.00Notes of spice, candied fruit and fresh red berries. Its ageing in oak is emphasised with a smoky vanilla aroma. In the mouth, it is delicate in body, with soft tannins and ripe red fruit flavour and a long persistent finish.

423 SAINT-CHINIAN 'CUVEÉ MAGALI' 2012 9.25 24.50Jean Lacugue, Ch. Milhau-Lacugue, Puisserguier, Languedoc, France 34.00Made from roughly equal volumes of Syrah, Grenache Noir and Carignan, it is a juicy, readily accessible wine packed with ripe plum and berry flavours over a framework of supple tannins.

400 CÔTES-DU-RHÔNE VILLAGES 'SIGNARGUES' 2014 9.25 24.50Pierre Henri Morel, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, France 34.00Mostly Grenache with a little Syrah, vinified in neutral vessels for a ripe fruit-dominated style. Deep garnet red, full and rich strawberry aromas with ripe black fruit, lush palate and a long spicy finish.

448 LAN RIOJA CRIANZA 2013 9.25 24.50Bodegas LAN, Rioja, Spain 34.00Aromas of strawberry, raspberry and cranberry are framed by nuances of vanilla and toffee. Silky and structured on the palate, it has a long-lasting and satisfying finish.



- SWEET -

125ml 175ml Bottle

604 MOSCATO D'ASTI DI STREVI 2015 (75cl.) 6.50 8.50Contero, Strevi, Piedmont, Italy 32.00Light lemon in colour with a wonderful perfume of fresh grapes and warm honey. Sweet and lightly sparkling on the palate, it has a lovely freshness, with a lively finish.

606 JURANÇON MOELLEUX 2015 (75cl.) 7.00 9.00Domaine Bellegarde, South West France 36.00A wonderful bouquet of grapefruit and clementines, bags of sweet pineapple fruit underscored by a fresh acidity. It also makes a delicious aperitif.

608 RECIOTO DELLA VALPOLICELLA 2013 (50cl.) 11.00 14.00Villa Crine Az. Ag. Pedemonte di San Pietro Incariano, Verona, Italy 37.00A red wine made from Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes that have been slightly raisined to provide sweetness and intensity. Perfect with red fruits, pastry and chocolate. Or try it with blue cheese.

- SPARKLING WINE -

1 LE DOLCI COLLINE PROSECCO SPUMANTE NV 32.00Adria Vini, Venezie, ItalyFresh and gently fruity with citrus and green apple aromas. Delicate and lively on the palate with ripe, lightly grapey fruit, zesty acidity and a clean, refreshing finish.

2 CRÉMANT DE LIMOUX BRUT N.V. 37.00Domaine Philippe Collin, Limoux, Languedoc, FranceWith a light, frothy mousse, attractive biscuity nose and crisp, dry, spankingly-clean palate, this Crémant de Limoux Brut is a terrific choice.

3 TORELLÓ CAVA RESERVA BRUT 'SPECIAL EDITION' 2012 38.00Torelló, Barcelona, SpainBright, pale straw with lime hints. Floral and white fruit aromas with fine hints of brioche and anise. Velvety texture with fine and persistent bubbles. Excellent.

4 PETER LEHMANN SPARKLING SHIRAZ 'BLACK QUEEN' 2011 42.00Peter Lehmann, Barossa Valley, AustraliaBeautifully deep in colour, the bouquet shows hints of satsuma, plum and black cherry leading to an explosion of dark exotic fruits on the palate. A very special sparkling red. Give it a try…

5 ANCRE HILL SPARKLING ROSÉ 2009 50.00Ancre Hill Estates, Monmouth, WalesA light blush rosé with a delicate fragrance made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Clear, crisp and fresh on the palate with red berry fruit notes and a hint of gooseberry. Lovely balance of acidity and a lingering finish. An exceptional wine from Wales.

- CHAMPAGNE -

10 EDOUARD BRUN CUVÉE SPÉCIALE N.V. 52.00Aÿ, FranceA fresh fruity aroma overlays the richness and depth on the palate. A Champagne full of elegance, lightness and finesse, perfect as an aperitif, perfect anytime...

11 BILLECART-SALMON BRUT RÉSERVE N.V. 60.00Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, FranceA burst of fruit, light and fresh on the palate with fine bubbles, an acid freshness and delicious persistence. A very nice Champagne that combines strength and delicacy.

12 LOUIS ROEDERER BRUT PREMIER N.V. 65.00Reims, FranceIn the mouth, the wine has structure, richness and length. It is a full, complex wine that is both modern and powerful, whilst remaining a great classic.

13 EDOUARD BRUN ROSÉ BRUT N.V. 67.00Aÿ, FranceA nice salmon colour, with fresh aromas of raspberry with hints of roses. On the palate it’s elegant with a richness that comes from the 50% of barrel aged Pinot Noir accompanying the 50% stainless matured Chardonnay. Lots of floral and fruit flavour and a perfect crisp but lingering finish. Great!

15 SARCEY VINTAGE RÉSERVE 2006 70.00Epernay, FranceMade by the old established Boizel Champagne house for Justerini & Brooks. It exhibits balance, backbone and structure with a toasty richness and zesty finish - teriffic value for a vintage Champagne.

16 PIERRE PÉTERS CUVÉE DE RÉSERVE BLANC DE BLANCS GRAND CRU N.V. 73.00Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, FranceFlowery and fruity with notes of almond and fresh bread on the nose. On the palate, lemon and pear with floral hints. The finish is persistent with pure citrus flavors. Excellent!

17 TAITTINGER BRUT RÉSERVE N.V. 74.00Reims, FranceWith fine bubbles and a persistent mousse, the nose is both fruity and bready with aromas of peach, white flowers and vanilla. Lively on the palate with flavours of fresh fruit and honey.

18 VEUVE CLICQUOT BRUT N.V. 75.00Reims, FranceThe predominance of Pinot Noir provides the structure, while a touch of Pinot Meunier rounds out the blend. Chardonnay adds the elegance and finesse essential in a perfectly balanced wine.

19 VEUVE CLICQUOT ROSÉ N.V. 77.00Reims, FranceNotes of raspberry, wild strawberry and cherry. In the mouth, the attack is powerful, elegant and sensual, a wine with exceptional balance and surprising intensity.

20 BILLECART-SALMON BRUT ROSÉ N.V. 78.00Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, FranceAromas of strawberry and grapefruit, delicate and fruity on the palate with a fresh fruity crunch to finish. Very refined, very pure.

21 LAURENT-PERRIER CUVÉE ROSÉ N.V. 79.00Tours-sur-Marne, FranceAmazing freshness with intensely small red fruit flavours, clean, well-defined and slightly sharp, supple and rounded on the finish. The benchmark rosé Champagne.

22 DOM PERIGNON VINTAGE 2004 175.00Epernay, FranceRich, bready and yeasty with vanilla aromas and floral notes overlaying an intense, sumptuous palate of citrus, apple and pear. Very elegant with a superfine mousse and long finish.

23 KRUG GRAND CUVÉE N.V. 210.00Reims, FranceA gleaming gold colour, an extravagantly expansive bouquet, an almost creamy texture. Then, an explosion of flavours, at once mellow and mature, crisp and clean. Toast – Soft spices – Dried fruit – Candied fruit.

24 LOUIS ROEDERER CRISTAL BRUT VINTAGE 2005 230.00Reims, FranceIntense aromas of white flowers, citrus and red berries then notes of toast and oak. White soft fruits and peaches on the beautifully structured palate

- WHITE WINES -

Loire

30 MUSCADET SÈVRE ET MAINE VIEILLES VIGNES 2017 28.00Château de Poyet, Loire Valley, FranceExtended lees ageing gives this wine added depth and complexity. Fresh and hard to resist.

31 SAINT-POURÇAIN CUVÉE PRINTANIÈRE BLANC 2016 32.00Union des Vignerons, Saint Pourçain, Loire, FranceMade from Chardonnay and Trésallier grapes, it has fresh floral aromas and a crisp, zesty, citrus edged palate. This makes a very nice aperitif or a partner for lighter dishes.

32 QUINCY 2016 36.00Jerôme de la Chaise, Quincy, Loire, France

This delightful Sauvignon Blanc has an excellent nose of elderflower and nettles and a palate of juicy, gooseberry fruit offset by mineral notes. It makes a terrific accompaniment to salads, asparagus, seafood or fish.

33 SANCERRE BLANC 2016 38.00Gérard Morin, Bué, Loire, FrancePale yellow-green colour, bright and clear, distinctive blackcurrant leaf and tomato stalk aromas. Firmly structured and richly aromatic, flavours of grapefruit, gooseberry and lime with a little minerality, generous and fruity in character and with elegant acidity.

34 POUILLY FUMÉ 2016 40.00Cedric Bardin, Pouilly sur Loire, France

Made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grown on Kimmeridgian clay, (named after the village of Kimmeridge in Dorset which has the same soil!). This soil gives the wine a typical gun flint nose and flavour. It is clean, fresh and fruitily dry.

35 MENETOU-SALON 'MOROGUES' 2015 42.00Henry Pelle, Morogues, Loire, FranceCrisp, zingy and fresh with delicious gooseberry, lime and mineral notes.

36 SAVENNIÈRES 'CLOS DE LA MARCHE' 2013 42.00Domaine du Petit Métris, Saint Aubin de Luigné, Loire, FranceThis elegant, pale yellow Savennières bursts with flavours of pear, apricot and wild flowers. Nice weight on the palate, crisp and spicy with a long gentle finish. The epitome of dry Chenin

Burgundy

40 MÂCON SOLUTRÉ 2017 34.00Domaine des Gerbeaux, Solutré, Burgundy, FranceUnoaked Chardonnay, this is refreshing and citrussy with minerality and elegance, ripeness and bright acidity. Very satisfying.

41 BOURGOGNE ALIGOTÉ 2016 35.00Domaine Perraud, Burgundy, FranceThis wine is whistleclean, bright, and lemon-yellow in colour. The fresh, lively, stone-fruit aromas carry well onto the round, rich supple palate; the finish is long, mineral and expressive.

42 CHABLIS 2016 37.00Domaine Etienne Boileau, Chablis, Burgundy, FranceFresh aromas with some honeysuckle and classic Chablis minerality, some richness and fullness on the palate with lots of acidity to keep things tight.

43 SAINT-VÉRAN 'DOMAINE DES DEUX ROCHES' 2015 38.00Collovray & Terrier, Davayé, Burgundy, FranceA nose of white flowers, peach, pear and apricot, the mouth is intense, round, softly structured and lightly perfumed with mineral notes. The finish is elegant with citrus notes.

44 MÂCON-IGÉ 'CHÂTEAU LONDON' 2015 42.00Jean-Claude Boisset, Nuits-St-Georges, Burgundy, FranceGolden nuances in the glass. Ripe notes of Muscat grapes on the nose with a touch of oak. The wine is clean and fresh on the palate with good acidity on the finish.

45 POUILLY FUISSE 'EN CHAMPS ROUX' 2015 44.00Domaine Des Gerbeaux, Solutré, Burgundy, FranceJean-Michel Drouin's judiciously oaked Fuissé shows what can really be done in this much abused appellation. Assembled from various plots in the communes of both Pouilly and Fuissé, it is a beautifully balanced wine and a model of technical brilliance.

46 CHABLIS 1er CRU 'VAILLONS' 2013 46.00Domaine Etienne Boileau, Chablis, Burgundy, FranceBrilliant colour, with hints of gold and green, aromas of toasted almonds and citrus. Powerful flavours, lively in the mouth with weight and nice acidity. Lovely finish, fresh and savoury.

47 MONTAGNY 1er CRU 'DÉCOUVERTE' 2015 50.00Stéphane Aladame, Montagny Les Buxy, Burgundy, FranceFresh yet rich, minerally yet biscuity with lovely depth on the palate and a zingy yet creamy character on the finish.

48 RULLY 1er CRU 'GRÉSIGNY' 2014 60.00Domaine Vincent Dureuil-Janthial, Rully, Burgundy, FranceA delightful slightly citrus bouquet, the palate is quite powerful and fruit driven with a creamy finish that has weight and persistency.

49 SAINT AUBIN 1er CRU 'LES CHAMPLOTS' 2014 63.00Domaine Jean-Claude Bachelet et Fils, Saint-Aubin, Burgundy, FranceThe bouquet has an appealing clean and fruity minerality, the elegant mouth reveals a spicy and lingering finish. This is a wine of real character.

50 CHASSAGNE-MONTRACHET 2015 70.00Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils, Chassagne-Montrachet, Burgundy, FranceAlex Moreau as one of the best winemakers in Chassagne-Montrachet. This has good weight in the mouth, the richness kept in check by a touch of acidity.

51 MEURSAULT 'VIEILLES VIGNES' 2014 70.00Domaine Vincent Girardin Meursault, Burgundy, FranceStone fruits and flint on the nose. On the palate, silky with crisp acidity giving the wine great precision. A tremendous mineral-driven, classic Meursault.

52 PULIGNY-MONTRACHET 2014 84.00Domaine Henri Boillot, Meursault, Burgundy, FranceHenri Boillot is one of the master wine-makers in Puligny and Meursault. This Village Puligny is as good as a Premier Cru at most estates.

53 CHASSAGNE-MONTRACHET 1er CRU 'LES FAIRENDES' 2015 85.00Domaine Henri Germain et Fils, Meursault, Burgundy, FranceAnother great wine from Henri Germain - one of the most reliable growers in Burgundy.

54 CHABLIS GRAND CRU 'GRENOUILLES' 2014 92.00Domaine Louis Michel et Fils, Chablis, Burgundy, FranceNotes of spring meadow flowers, white fruit, and kiwi. Perfect harmony between aromatic complexity and minerality.

Alsace

60 PINOT BLANC 'KLEVNER' RÉSERVE 2014 32.00Cave de Hunawihr, Haut-Rhin, Alsace, FranceVery pale yellow with silver-green tints. Light, fresh and elegant with just a touch of weight. The finish is long with delightful flavours of pear and verbena. Good with food or as an aperitif.

61 PINOT GRIS 'SABLES ET GALETS' 2014 35.00Cave de Turckheim, Turckheim, Alsace, FranceVery fruity and approachable, 'Sables et Galets' is grown on sandy ('sables') and stony ('galets') terroir which gives the wine its generous fruit. With a nose of violets, smokiness, and honey, the palate opens dramatically with ginger notes and a lovely rich marmalade finish.

62 MUSCAT 2012 38.00Domaine Albert Mann, Wettolsheim, Alsace, FranceAs you sip this you have the feeling that you are crunching the grapes. The freshness and the touch of bitterness contribute to the spontaneity and the harmony of the wine. With food or ideal as an aperitif.

63 GEWURZTRAMINER 2014 40.00F.E. Trimbach, Ribeauvillé, Alsace, FranceA perfumed nose of lychee fruits and spices. The wine is rich, intense, and luscious; the finish is dry and spicy. Nice on its own, with food, or try it with blue and stronger cheeses.

64 RIESLING RÉSERVE 2015 42.00F.E. Trimbach, Ribeauvillé, Alsace, FranceWhite flowers, lemon notes and a mineral touch on the nose. Fresh and vibrant with a long finish.

Bordeaux

70 CH. BAUDUC SAUVIGNON BLANC 2016 26.00Bordeaux A.C. FranceMade from Sauvignon Blanc grown round the Château, it's a crisp and delicious dry white, full of upfront fruit with plenty of weight in the mouth.

Rhône

80 CÔTES-DU-RHÔNE VILLAGES 'LAUDUN' 2013 34.00Pierre Henri Morel, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, FranceAromas of white fruit and blossom, considerable weight and richness with a lovely leesy texture, minerality on the palate with long length. First rate by itself or with food.

81 VENTOUX BLANC 2014 35.00Domaine Des Anges, Mormoiron, Rhône, FranceBright, straw yellow with green lights. On the nose, intense with nuances of blossoms and white peaches. Full, rich but well-structured fresh fruits on the palate, finishing with a long citrus note.

82 CROZES HERMITAGE BLANC 'LA MATINIÈRE' 2016 38.00Ferraton Père et Fils, Tain l'Hermitage, Rhône, FranceThe Ferraton Estate is jointly owned by Samuel Ferraton and Michel Chapoutier. The Chapoutier involvement (since 1998) has greatly benefitted the estate and this wine is an excellent example of Marsanne with fruity and spicy overtones.

83 CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE BLANC 2016 48.00Domaine Chante Cigale - Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, FranceHauntingly fragrant, reminiscent of almond and peach blossom. The palate is a wonderfully smooth, silky textured balance of dried apricot fruit and fresh appley acidity. Outstanding.

84 CONDRIEU 2015 56.00André Perret, Chavanay, Rhône, FrancePale yellow with silver tints, fresh aromas of white currants, apricot and peaches. On the palate an intensity of fruit with a rich body and a very long finish.

85 CONDRIEU 'CHÉRY' 2015 68.00André Perret, Chavanay, Rhône, FranceGolden yellow, this wine balances elegance with power. A bouquet of citrus fruits, violets, apricots and peaches. On the palate an intensity of fruit with a full body, zesty acidity and a very long finish.

Regional France

90 VIOGNIER 'LES MONTARELS' 2015 27.00Domaine Les Montarels, Côtes de Thongue, Languedoc, FranceRichly fragrant aromas of apricot and white peach with full body and a little weight. Wonderful spicy fruit, pear and honey, a little richness but with zest and lovely acidity.

91 PICPOUL DE PINET 2016 28.00Baron de Badassière, Pomerols, Eastern Languedoc, FranceFresh with a touch of citrus on the nose. A good balance of white and green fruit and fresh lemon-lime acidity. Nice crisp finish. A delight to drink anytime...

92 LITTLE JAMES' BASKET PRESS VIOGNIER SAUVIGNON BLANC 2016 30.00Château De Saint Cosme, Minervois, Western Languedoc, FranceViognier and Sauvignon pair marvelously from opposite ends of the spectrum. One imparts freshness, an explosion of aromas and acidity, whilst the other brings ripeness and depth. Bryan and Susan discovered this wine whilst visiting the owner in Rhône, we all love it!

93 COSTIERES DE NIMES 'LES GALETS DORÉS' 2014 33.00Château Mourgues du Gres, Beaucaire, Languedoc, FranceCitrus flavours mingled with floral aromas, crisp, fresh and full, the perfect balance between fruit, smooth texture and mineral finish.

94 JURANÇON SEC 2015 36.00Domaine Bellegarde, South West FranceImpressions of citrus fruits and wild flowers. It has a lively minerality, balance and a good zesty finish.

95 PETIT GRIS 2014 42.00Consolation, Collioure, Pyrénées-Orientales, Roussillon, France

A Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes, made with 50% Grenache Gris to bring freshness and acidity and 50% Carignan Gris to bring more mouthfeel and richness. Aromas of melon and citrus on the nose, exuberant fruit on the palate finishing with a crisp acidity, a really great effort by Brit Andy Cook, give it a try... it won’t disappoint.

Provence

98 BANDOL "MAS DE LA ROUVIÈRE" BLANC 2014 42.00Domaines Bunan, La Cadière-d'Azur, Provence, France

Alluring wild flower and citrus scents, supple peach and apricot flavours and an elegant dry finish. A true delight.

Italy

100 PINOT GRIGIO 2016 25.00Principato, IGT Pavia, ItalyAppealing fruit aromas mingle with delicate floral notes. Crisp, light and elegant.

101 GARGANEGA 'G' 2016 26.00Alpha Zeta, Verona, ItalyGarganega is the grape that gives Soave its character; fresh, delicate perfumes, a lovely peachy fruit on the palate with a lemony-zest finish.

102 GRILLO PARLANTE 2016 32.00Fondo Antico, Sicily, ItalyAromas of flowers and white fruit with a touch of lemon, fresh and bright on the palate. A great new style for a traditional Sicilian grape. Very nice with fish and lighter dishes, or try it as an aperitif - Perfect.

103 PINOT GRIGIO 2015 35.00Franz Hass, Montagna-Bolzano, Alto Adige, ItalyA fragrant floral bouquet with notes of sage, hay and almonds. On the palate this wine is fresh and full-bodied with freat finesse and elegance. A really fabulous wine.

104 ROERO ARNEIS 'SAN MICHELE' 2015 36.00Deltetto Azienda Agricola Canale, Piemonte, ItalySoft and well-balanced, an attractive and aromatic nose with vanilla, apple and exotic fruit notes. Fresh, clean and elegant on the palate with good length and a crisp, floral finish.

105 GAVI DI GAVI 'VIGNETI LUGARARA' 2016 36.00La Giustiniana, Rovereto di Gavi, Piemonte, ItalyA scent of green apples, balanced acidity and richness on the palate, coupled with a crisp finish makes this a most appealing wine.

106 SOAVE CLASSICO 'MONTE CARBONARE' 2015 42.00Suavia Azienda Agricola, Soave, Veneto, ItalyStraw yellow with brilliant highlights. Floral and fruity with peaty notes. The palate is accentuated with minerals and aromatic herbs alongside crisp acidity. The finish is dry and very persistent.

107 SOAVE CLASSICO 'CALVARINO' 2015 44.00Leonildo Pieropan, Soave, Veneto, ItalyFresh, floral bouquet with hints of apple, lemon verbena, pear, hazelnut and almonds. Elegant and full-bodied on the palate, capturing the full potential of the Garganega grape.

108 FRANZ HAAS 'MANNA' 2015 48.00Franz Hass, Montagna-Bolzano, Alto Adige, ItalyHeady perfumes of lychees and ripe citrus fruit mingle with butter and freshly cut grass which give way to a lovely mineral quality on the palate. Long and perfumed on the finish. Astonishing.

Spain

110 K-NAIA 2016 27.00Bodegas Naia, La Seca, Rueda, SpainMade with 85% Verdejo and 15% Sauvignon Blanc grapes, this wine delivers intense sensations of refreshing white fruit and crisp minerality. It is very approachable and goes with food or as an aperitif.

111 VETUS 'FLOR DE VETUS' VERDEJO 2013 32.00Toro, Castilla y Léon, SpainA nose of rich citrus and peach followed by tropical notes. With ripe lemon touches on the palate leading onto a long, lively and refreshing finish. Very fresh, very good.

112 FINCA ARANTÉI ALBARIÑO 2014 34.00Bodegas La Val, Condado de Tea, Rías Baixas, SpainElegant, with a nose of citrus fruits and peach. Great harmony of minerality, stone fruit, lime and spice on the palate, rounded off with refreshing acidity.

113 RIOJA BLANCO 2015 35.00Vina Izadi, Rioja, SpainFloral perfumes and notes of tropical and citrus fruit. On the palate, it is full and ripe, lifted on the finish by a fresh, nicely balanced acidity with a touch of vanilla and cinnamon.

114 NAIADES 2012 44.00Bodegas Naia, La Seca, Rueda, SpainIntensely powerful 'toasty' aromatics with ripe melon and pear characters combined with citrus, kiwi and grapefruit on the palate. Wonderfully textural with a broad mouthfeel and exceptionally long finish.

Austria

120 GRÜNER VELTLINER VON DEN TERRASSEN 2016 36.00Weingut Sepp Moser, Rohrendorf, Kremstal, AustriaAromatic and fragrant wine full of character. Rounded fruit and crisp finish, delicious with white meats, poultry, fish, salads and asparagus. Or try it as an aperetif.

121 GRÜNER VELTLINER 'LANGENLOIS LOISERBERG RESERVE' 2015 44.00Weingut Fred Loimer, Langenlois, Kamptal, AustriaAttractive ripe green apple and pear aromas. The palate has a fresh acid structure and liveliness, with purity of fruit and spicy nuances. Excellent weight and mouthfeel with a lingering finish. Wonderful with salads and asparagus.

Germany

130 VILLA HUESGEN 'BY THE GLASS' RIESLING 2015 32.00Villa Huesgen, Trabben-Trarbach, Moselle, GermanyIn spite of the quirky name, this is a dry, modern Riesling, immensely appealing and approachable. Aromatic fresh fruit, minerality with refined acidity and length.

132 PIESPORTER GOLDTRÖPFCHEN RIESLING 2015 34.00Kurt Hain, Piesport, Moselle, GermanyBig flavoursome Kabinett, soft and herby, fresh and open, with ripe, elegant fruit. Good, concentrated wine from a dedicated and serious young grower.

133 WEHLENER SONNENUHR RIESLING KABINETT 2014 36.00Heribert Kerpen, Wehlen, Moselle, GermanyThis has lovely, open, pear and apricot flavours, richness of texture and a delicious slate minerality.

New Zealand

150 YEALANDS 'PGR' 2016 32.00Yealands Estate, Marlborough, New ZealandA blend of Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer and Riesling. Beautiful aromas of pears, melon and lime, light bodied, it fills the palate with fun - delicious!

151 WILD EARTH RIESLING 2016 35.00Wild Earth, Central Otago, New ZealandPale straw in colour, citrus on the nose with stonefruit and floral notes. A dry style wine with medium weight and crisp, balanced acidity with a lovely lingering finish.

152 GREYWACKE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2017 38.00Greywacke, Marlborough, New ZealandDeliciously aromatic, exuding enticing fruit fragrance with a spicy tomato twist and the zest of grapefruit. The palate is succulent and tangy and long, finishing with a hint of flinty minerality.

153 PEGASUS BAY SAUVIGNON SEMILLON 2012 42.00Pegasus Bay, Canterbury, New ZealandThe sauvignon blanc gives a complex range of exotic aromas and flavours suggestive of lychees and passion-fruit, backed by hints of gooseberry and dried wild herbs. The semillon has added complementary lemon and lime flavours. The wine has a backbone of tangy minerality and acidity to give it a zippy finish

154 DOG POINT CHARDONNAY 2013 49.00Dog Point Vineyards, Renwick, Marlborough, New ZealandRipe grapefruit, roasted nuts and toasty aromas together with savoury characters derived from contact with yeast lees. The palate is full bodied with an intense citrus flavour. A delightful wine.

Australia

160 BROOKLAND VALLEY 'VERSE 1' CHARDONNAY 2014 32.00Brookland Valley Estate, Margaret River, West AustraliaAromas of peach, grapefruit and lemon. The palate is soft and full flavoured. This wine is beautifully balanced with soft acidity and a wonderful persistence of flavour.

161 ARLEWOOD SAUVIGNON SEMILLON 2014 35.00Arlewood Estate, Margaret River, West AustraliaThe very essence of Margaret River. Aromatic and lifted on the nose, with concentrated citrus, minerality and tang on the palate.

162 JOHN DUVAL 'PLEXUS' MARSANNE ROUSSANNE VIOGNIER 2015 40.00John Duval Wines, Barossa Valley, South AustraliaJohn Duval was winemaker at Penfolds for 29 years before setting up on his own in 2003. This, his first Plexus White, has a rich sensuous palate with depth and texture coming from small oak maturation and lees influence, quite outstanding.

163 GROSSET 'SPRINGVALE' WATERVALE RIESLING 2013 44.00Grosset Wines, Auburn, Clare Valley, South AustraliaFragrant lemongrass and freshly squeezed lime and lemon flavours with some mineral notes, a mid-palate fleshiness before its tight, lean structure follows through to a powerful cleansing finish.

164 SHAW AND SMITH 'M3 VINEYARD' CHARDONNAY 2014 45.00Shaw and Smith, Adelaide Hills, South AustraliaM3 is at the forefront of Australian Chardonnay, distinctly savoury, slightly austere, with restrained fruit and great palate length.

165 STARGAZER CHARDONNAY 2015 47.00Stargazer Wines, North Hobart, Tasmania, AustraliaGrapefruit and peaches on the nose. The palate is fine and elegant, with a crisp acidity that is complemented by creamy fruit intensity. Delightful complexity and depth showcasing the wild ferment used.

South Africa

170 DARLING CHENIN BLANC 2017 28.00Fairview, Paarl, South AfricaA fresh, lively perfume of ripe pears and honeysuckle, rich and rounded, with a crisp finish.

171 THE UNDERWORLD GRENACHE BLANC 2016 30.00Perdeberg Winery, Paarl, South AfricaThere are few finer things than finding a cultivar that not only belongs in modern South Africa but is so phenomenally tasty – its delicately pithy otherness is hard to describe but searching for the right way to describe it is part of the pleasure. Just give it a try.

172 ORIGINAL SIN SAUVIGNON BLANC 2014 32.00La Vierge, Hemel-en-Aarde, Walker Bay, South AfricaTropical fruit aromatics with some minerality. On the palate, melon and grapefruit with a hint of lemongrass, combining moderate weight with zesty and bright acidity - Absolutely delicious.

173 THE LAST TEMPTATION RIESLING 2014 34.00La Vierge, Hemel-en-Aarde, Walker Bay, South AfricaHigh elevation vines provide racy acidity with melon and citrus notes, a delicious wine with food or as an aperitif.

174 CIRCLE OF LIFE WHITE 2012 37.00Waterkloof Wines, Stellenbosch, South Africa

A blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc and Semillon, it has an alluring green tinge, a vanilla bouquet and delicate flavours of melon and hints of tropical fruit. Light and fresh, with great complexity and a persistent finish - Excellent.

175 THELEMA CHARDONNAY 2015 38.00Thelema Vineyards, Stellenbosch, South AfricaGyles Webb is considered one of South Africa's leading growers and has for over 25 years shown the consistency that has given him this accolade. This Chardonnay is full of intense, vibrant fruit.

South America

180 AMALAYA TORRONTES RIESLING 2015 28.00Bodega Amalaya, Calchaquí Valley, Salta, ArgentinaMade from 90% Torrontes and 10% Riesling, the wine is gold in with tints of green, on the nose aromas of citrus and grapefruit. Delicate and silky on the palate with great freshness and crisp acidity.

181 MONTES ALPHA CASABLANCA CHARDONNAY 2013 35.00Viña Montes, Colchagua, ChileA rich, golden colour, notes of ripe tropical fruits, toast, vanilla, butter and toffee. The palate is fresh with pleasing acidity, medium body and a wonderful persistence.

182 CATENA ALTA CHARDONNAY 2015 48.00Bodega Catena Zapata, Mendoza, ArgentinaAn excellent mixture of citrus fruit interwoven with honeyed stone fruit notes and floral tones. The mouthfeel is rich and concentrated showing ripe pear, apple and apricot flavors with a light note of sweet nutmeg spice. The finish shows bright, clean acidity and wonderful length.

United StatesCalifornia

190 CLINE NORTH COAST VIOGNIER 2015 32.00Cline Cellars, Sonoma, California, USAFermented in steel and kept well away from oak barrels this Viognier shows big peach and apricot flavours mixed with citrus and floral notes. Full-bodied and a powerhouse of flavour.

191 RODNEY STRONG SONOMA COUNTY CHARDONNAY 2012 36.00Rodney Strong Vineyards, Healdsburg, California, USABright lemon and apple aromas mingle with hints of toasty barrel complexity. On the palate, pear and pineapple with spice and refreshing acidity. Terrific value.

192 SMITHEREENS 2016 43.00Skinner Vineyards, El Dorado, California, USADominantly Grenache Blanc, with Viognier, Roussanne and Marsanne. Aromatic with citrus peel and floral notes, on the palate relatively rich but balanced with bright acidity, flavours of tropical fruit and spice. Appealingly fresh and vibrant with significantly long length. Delicious!

193 SCHUG SONOMA COAST CHARDONNAY 2012 46.00Schug Carneros Estate, Sonoma, California, USAProduced in a lively, crisp style that emphasizes the varietal character without the use of ant new oak. It has a spicy tropical bouquet that leads to juicy flavours of peach and nectarine and a lingering finish.

194 AU BON CLIMAT CHARDONNAY 2015 54.00Au Bon Climat, Santa Barbera County, California, USAFermented and aged for 11 months in French oak barrels, with a small proportion of new oak. Most of the fruit is picked at optimum ripeness but a little is picked early for natural acidity while some is picked late to add an extra flavour dimension. First rate, with balance and finish.

195 STAG’S LEAP WINE CELLARS KARIA CHARDONNAY 2013 54.00Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars - Napa Valley, California, USAAromas of peach, apple, spice and a pleasing sweet cream vanilla note. The palate is alive with citrus and light honey notes that lead to a lingering, fresh, minerally finish.

196 KISTLER NOISETIERS CHARDONNAY 2013 95.00Kistler Vineyards, Sonoma, California, USAVibrant green-yellow with a distinct note of minerals. Medium-weight, balanced presence on the palate, resounding acid core, that carries through and beyond the crisp, yet lengthy and lasting finish. Absolutely classic.

197 KISTLER VINE HILL VINEYARD CHARDONNAY 2015 105.00Kistler Vineyards, Sonoma, California, USAFrom the vineyard that surrounds the winery. With a nose of peach, lemon and spice, fantastic purity and richness on the palate, this is an standout chardonnay.

Washington201 COLUMBIA VALLEY SEMILLON 2014 38.00

L'Ecole No. 41, Lowden, Washington State, USAFragrant with lemon meringue and citrus aromas, full bodied with a rich texture, flavours of honeysuckle, melon, lychee and fig with fresh acidity. 14% Sauvignon Blanc. Delicious!

New York202 FINGER LAKES RIESLING 2014 44.00

Forge Cellars, Hector, New YorkOutstanding fruit, nice acidity and a very long mouthfeel. This is an exceptional wine that was matured in old barrels giving it extra complexity, really elegant, really nice.

- ROSÉ WINES -

251 SYRAH ROSÉ 2015 26.00Domaine Les Montarels - Côtes de Thongue, Languedoc FranceDelicate pink colour with voilet and raspberry aromas. Crisp and refreshing on ther palate with light red summer fruit and a good, aromatic finish.

252 MÁS AMOR ROSADO 2016 30.00Franck Massard, Terra Alta, Catalonia, SpainLight, elegant complex and dry with vibrant freshness in the glass and a powerful fruity, herby nose. In the mouth there is subtle minerality with a refreshing finish.

253 CIRCUMSTANCE 'CAPE CORAL' MOURVÈDRE ROSÉ 2015 32.00Waterkloof Wines, Stellenbosch, South Africa

Beautifully dry, with clean and herbal character, elegant fresh fruit flavours give way to a delicate, stony minerality.

254 SANCERRE ROSE 2015 37.00André Dezat, Sancerre, Loire, FranceMade from Pinot Noir grapes, this dry rosé is deliciously light with strawberry fruit so is ideal as an apéritif or with a light meal.

255 BANDOL 'MAS DE LA ROUVIÈRE' ROSÉ 2015 44.00Domaines Bunan, La Cadière-d'Azur, Provence, FranceA blend of Mourvèdre, Grenache and Cinsault, it has a lovely salmon-pink colour, a crushed-berry bouquet and a heady cocktail of raspberries and redcurrants on the palate. Definitive rosé - perfect.

- RED WINES -

Loire

300 SAINT NICOLAS DE BOURGUEIL 'L'EXPRESSION' 2015 36.00Taluau and Foltzenlogel, Saint Nicolas de Bourgueil, Loire Valley, FranceAn easy-drinking and expressive capsicum-scented Cabernet Franc. This has a lovely concentration of fruit and a really persistent finish.

301 SAUMUR 2015 38.00Chateâu Fouquet, Samur, Loire Valley, FranceA top quality wine produced from mature Cabernet Franc rootstock, a fine concentration of briary fruit over ripe tannins, summer in a glass!

302 MENETOU-SALON PINOT NOIR 2015 40.00Jean Teiller, Menetou-Salon, Loire Valley, France

A very welcoming Pinot Noir, it has oodles of bright berry and cherry fruit over a background of supple tannins. Delicious!

303 CHINON 'CUVÉE TERROIR' 2010 40.00Charles Joguet, Sazilly, Chinon, Loire Valley, FranceA dark purple colour, the bouquet reveals aromas of jam-like red fruits, the full and round mouth is intense; a powerful body but with the freshness of young vineyards.

304 SANCERRE ROUGE 'MAULIN BÈLE' 2015 42.00André Vatan, Sancerre, Loire Valley, FranceA delicate bouquet of wild strawberries and a palate of ripe red fruits underscored with fine acidity, an elegant wine with surprising depth and suppleness.

Alsace

305 PINOT NOIR 'RÉSERVE PERSONNELLE' 2015 42.00Léon Beyer, Eguisheim, Alsace, FranceJuicy and characteristically fruity with hints of cherry. Structured, yet light with a definite wood-smoke Pinot Noir nose. A delight.

Beaujolais

310 BEAUJOLAIS VILLAGES 2016 32.00Dominique Morel, Domaine de Gry-Sablon, Beaujolais, FranceClear ruby with delicate cherry perfumes. The rounded palate is full of fresh red berry fruit. Elegant, well balanced with good acidity, a great example of Beaujolais-Villages.

311 FLEURIE 2015 36.00Maison Trenel, Charnay-lès-Mâcon, Beaujolais, FranceDeep purple colour, savoury, mineral aromas with floral notes, with a layered, elegantly balanced and finely structured palate.

312 MOULIN A VENT 2011 46.00Jean-Paul Brun, Charnay, Beaujolais, FranceVinified without any intervention - Burgundy style. With depth, concentration and complexity; a food wine, not a juicy-fruit, easy concoction. This is serious wine fashioned from the much (often unfairly) abused Gamay grape. “Vins authentiques”, to quote the man himself.

Burgundy

320 BOURGOGNE PINOT NOIR 'LES URSULINES' 2014 42.00Jean-Claude Boisset, Nuits-St-Georges, Burgundy, FranceFirmness, attractive cherry perfume and scented length expected of far greater wines. Very nice.

321 BOURGOGNE PINOT NOIR 2015 45.00Domaine Lebreuil, Savigny Lès Beaune, Burgundy, FrancePacked with ripe and juicy red berry fruit, showing freshness and light tannins. Good length and finish, really quite lovely.

323 BOURGOGNE ROUGE 2014 47.00Domaine Tollot-Beaut & Fils, Chorey-les-Beaune, Burgundy, FranceExpressive, juicy and rewarding. A large two hectares chunk of these vineyards used to be Chorey-lès-Beaune before the appellation lines were redrawn. The vines are old and the yields low, resulting in excellent value.

324 MERCUREY 2010 49.00Domaine Vincent Dureuil-Janthial, Rully, Burgundy, France

325 SAVIGNY LÈS BEAUNE 2014 52.00Jean-Claude Boisset, Nuits-St-Georges, Burgundy, France

326 COTE DE NUITS-VILLAGES 2009 52.00Domaine Sylvie Esmonin, Cote de Nuits-Villages, Burgundy, France

327 POMMARD 2009 55.00Domaine Jean-Marc Boillot, Pommard, Burgundy, France

328 MARSANNAY 'CLOS DU ROI' 2012 58.00Domaine Sylvain Pataille, Marsannay, Burgundy, France

330 VOLNAY 2009 67.00Domaine Michel Lafarge, Volnay, Burgundy, France

332 SAVIGNY LÈS BEAUNE 1ER CRU 'LES LAVIÈRES' 2009 67.00Domaine Chandon de Briailles, Savigny Les Beaune, Burgundy, France

333 BEAUNE 1ER CRU 'FEVES' 2009 78.00Domaine Chanson Père et Fils, Beaune, Burgundy, France

334 GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN VIEILLES VIGNES 2009 80.00Domaine Marc Roy, Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy, France

335 VOLNAY 'CLOS DES CHENES' 2009 80.00Niclolas Potel, Maison Roche de Bellene, Beaune, Burgundy, France

336 NUITS-ST-GEORGES 1ER CRU 'CLOS DES ARGILLIERES' 2009 82.00Domaine Vincent Dureuil-Janthial, Rully, Burgundy, France

337 CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 2010 84.00Domaine Arlaud, Morey-Saint-Denis, Burgundy, France

338 NUITS-ST-GEORGES VIEILLES VIGNES 'AU BAS DE COMBE' 2009 85.00Domaine Jean Tardy et Fils, Vosne-Romanée, Burgundy, France

339 MOREY-SAINT-DENIS 2009 89.00Domaine Dujac, Morey-Saint-Denis, Burgundy, France

340 VOSNE-ROMANÉE VIEILLES VIGNES 2010 92.00Maison Alex Gambal, Beaune, Burgundy, France

341 NUITS-ST-GEORGES 1ER CRU 'CLOS DES PORRETS ST-GEORGES' 2009 100.00Domaine Henri Gouges, Nuits-St-Georges, Burgundy, France

342 VOSNE-ROMANÉE 1ER CRU 'SUCHOTS' 2009 100.00Domaine Chanson Père et Fils, Beaune, Burgundy, France

343 GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN 1ER CRU 'LES CHERBAUDES' 2009 108.00Domaine Lucien Boillot et Fils, Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy, France

344 CORTON 'LES RENARDES' GRAND CRU 2003 125.00Domaine Nicolas Potel, Nuits-St-Georges, Burgundy, France

345 VOLNAY 2010 - MAGNUM 135.00Domaine Michel Lafarge, Volnay, Burgundy, France

346 GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN 2010 - MAGNUM 140.00Domaine Drouhin-Laroze, Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy, France

347 CORTON GRAND CRU 'CLOS DES CORTONS FAIVELEY' 2000 145.00Domaine Faiveley, Nuits-St-Georges, Burgundy, France

Bordeaux

350 CH. D'ABZAC 2013 38.00Bordeaux Supérieur, Bordeaux, FranceChâteau d'Abzac is located 6km north west of Pomerol where this wine is made from mainly merlot grapes. Its alluring red berry aromas precede a palate that has a wealth of cassis flavours, great concentration and fine balance. It really is very nice.

351 CH. ROUSSEAU DE SIPIAN 2011 39.00Médoc, Bordeaux, FranceNow starting to show some lovely bottle age, blackcurrant and blackberry on the nose, the delicious maturity shows on the palate, then ends with a long mellow finish. Very nice.

352 CH. GIRAUDELS DE MILON 2010 40.00Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France

353 CH. LA CROIX ROMANE 2014 42.00Lalande de Pomerol, Bordeaux, France

354 CH. VILLARS 2009 44.00Fronsac, Bordeaux, France

355 CH. HAUT PEZAT 2013 46.00Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France

356 CH. LAROSE TRINTAUDON 2010 47.00Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France

357 CH. LANESSAN 2011 48.00Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France

358 CH. LA LAGUNE 'MADEMOISELLE L' 2014 49.00Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France

359 CH. PEYRABON 2005 55.00Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France

361 CH. POTENSAC 2009 60.00Médoc, Bordeaux, France

362 CH. D'AIGUILHE 2000 62.00Côtes de Castillon, Bordeaux, France

363 CH. LE CROCK 2010 64.00Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux, France

364 CH. FONTENIL 2009 67.00Fronsac, Bordeaux, France

365 CH. POUJEAUX 2009 70.00Moulis, Bordeaux, France

366 CH. PICHON LONGUEVILLE COMTESSE DE LALANDE 'RESERVE' 2012 72.00Pauillac, Bordeaux, France

368 DOMAINE DE CHEVALIER 2004 77.00Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France

369 CH. HAUT-BERGEY 2005 78.00Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France

370 CH. SOCIANDO-MALLET 2005 80.00Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France

375 CH. LAFORGE 2005 89.00Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France

376 CH. BERLIQUET 2000 90.00Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France

378 CLOS DE L'ORATOIRE 2000 95.00Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France

379 CH. PETIT BOCQ 2009 - MAGNUM 98.00Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux, France

381 CLOS D'EGLISE 2008 120.00Pomerol, Bordeaux, France

382 CH. PICHON LONGUEVILLE COMTESSE DE LALANDE 2004 125.00Pauillac, Bordeaux, France

384 CH. DE VALANDRAUD 2000 275.00Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France

Rhone

400 CÔTES-DU-RHÔNE VILLAGES 'SIGNARGUES' 2014 34.00Pierre Henri Morel, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, FranceMostly Grenache with a little Syrah, vinified in neutral vessels for a ripe fruit-dominated style. Deep garnet red, full and rich strawberry aromas with ripe black fruit, lush palate and a long spicy finish.

401 VENTOUX ROUGE 2011 36.00Domaine Des Anges, Mormoiron, Rhône, FranceMade from equal parts of Grenache, and Syrah. Deep garnet with an expressive nose dominated by spices and jammy red fruits. Round and full in the mouth with notes of sweet fruits, grilled peppers and liquorice. It is dense with silky tannins on the finish.

402 VINSOBRES 'LES CORNUDS' 2013 39.00Perrin & Fils, Chateâuneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, FranceRed cherry, raspberry and violet notes that stretch out through the lengthy finish. There's lovely, integrated acidity. Delicious.

403 CAIRANNE 'LES SIX' 2013 41.00Domaine Boutinot, Cairanne, Rhône, France

The six grape varieties: Grenache Noir, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Carignan Noir, Cinsault and Counoise each bring aromas and texture which fill the palate, lusciously fruity with a finish that is warming and immediately appealing.

404 CROZES HERMITAGE 'LES MEYSONNIERS' 2014 43.00Chapoutier, Tain l'Hermitage, Rhône, FranceAromas of red fruit and blackcurrant dominate, followed by a hint of violets. Generous and round tasting with a lingering finish.

405 VENTOUX ROUGE 'SÉRAPHIN' 2011 44.00Domaine Des Anges, Mormoiron, Rhône, France

Made from 100% Grenache, Complex and elegant, strawberry jam, candied fruit and dried figs on the nose. Massive on the palate with a fine minerality and good tannic structure, very long with a lingering finish. Quite a find!

406 VACQUEYRAS 'LES CHRISTINS' 2013 46.00Perrin & Fils, Chateâuneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, FranceThe nose is reminiscent of morello cherries, flowers and liquorice. On the palate it shows an unctuous texture, rich and concentrated.

407 GIGONDAS 'DOMAINE DES BOSQUETS' 2015 50.00Château de Vaudieu, Gigondas, Rhône, FrancePurple, inky colour. A complex nose of black and red berries, liquorice and violets. Generous, ripe fruit with huge depth and fresh lingering finish.

408 CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2013 52.00Domaine Chante Cigale, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, FranceDeep purple with violet hues. A rich deep nose of red and black fruits and spices. Soft and round in the mouth with a harmonious and persistent finish.

409 SAINT JOSEPH 'ESPRIT DE GRANIT' 2013 54.00Cave de Tain l'Hermitage, Rhône, FranceDeep and intense dark colour. Concentrated bouquet, with notes of black fruits, spices, graphite and black olive “tapenade”. The palate is powerful and rich, and reveals complex aromas of black fruits, with a fresh note. Powerful but delicate tannins.

410 GIGONDAS 2014 58.00Château de Saint Cosme, Gigondas, Rhône, FranceA complex nose of crushed strawberry, camphor, violet, almond and graphite. Huge depth and lingering finish. Bryan and Susan visited the estate and loved this wine, it had to go on the list, so, so nice.

411 CÔTE-RÔTIE 2009 75.00Domaine Bonnefond, Ampuis, Rhône, FranceFruity and aromatic on the nose, dense, rich and well structured on the palate, with a long lingering finish.

412 HERMITAGE 'CUVEE EMILIE' 2009 86.00Domaine des Remizières, Mercurol, Rhône, FranceA wonderfully intense, highly complex, bouquet revealing the Syrah’s great finesse is followed by a full-bodied wine with superb concentration, deep flavours and gorgeous finish.

413 CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2010 - MAGNUM 115.00Château Maucoil, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, FranceA wine of great character with lots of rich berry fruit on the nose. Dense and full-bodied on the palate, with a lingering and sumptuous finish.

Languedoc - Roussillon

420 MERLOT 'LES MONTARELS' 2014 28.00Domaine Les Montarels - Côtes de Thongue, Languedoc, FranceThis Merlot is deep coloured with aromas of black cherry, blackberry and sweet spices, mouth filling and ample.

421 CÔTES DU ROUSSILLON VILLAGES 'BILA-HAUT' 2015 32.00Chapoutier, Tain l'Hermitage, Rhône, FranceDeep garnet red with a nose of black cherries, well structured in the mouth evoking the heat and wilderness of the Roussillon area, delicious.

423 SAINT-CHINIAN 'CUVEÉ MAGALI' 2012 34.00Jean Lacugue, Ch. Milhau-Lacugue, Puisserguier, Languedoc, FranceMade from roughly equal volumes of Syrah, Grenache Noir and Carignan, it is a juicy, readily accessible wine packed with ripe plum and berry flavours over a framework of supple tannins.

Midi

425 IROULÉGUY 'CUVÉE ILARRIA' 2011 44.00Domaine Ilarria, Irouléguy, Midi, France

Made from 55% Cabernet Franc, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Tannat, the wine is deep red with a bouquet of black cherries and spices. Balanced tannins and dark fruit on the palate, followed by a long juicy finish.

Provence

428 BANDOL 'MAS DE LA ROUVIÈRE' 2012 44.00Domaines Bunan, La Cadière-d'Azur, Provence, FranceA blend of mainly Mourvèdre, with some Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah, Deep purple hue with a violet sheen. Intense nose, spicy, well structured with delicate soft tannins and a lingering finish. Excellent!

Italy

430 VALPOLICELLA 'V' 2016 28.00Alpha Zeta, Verona, ItalyPerfumes of dark cherries characteristic of good Valpolicella. Soft, ripe, fruity and rounded on the palate, with an attractive freshness of finish.

431 AGLIANICO DEL VULTURE TERRA DI VULCANO 2014 31.00Bisceglia, Lavello, Basilicata, ItalyThere is plenty of varietal and regional character in this beautifully balanced, stylish Aglianico. Perfumed black cherry, blackberry and olives on the nose. The palate is harmonious, fresh and soft.

432 NERO D'AVOLA 'SHEREZADE' 2015 35.00Donnafugata Società Agricola, Sicily, ItalyAn indigenous Sicilian grape variety made into a fruity red wine, with a gentle structure. It shows a rich bouquet of black currant, sour cherry and berries followed by delicious balsamic and mineral notes.

433 DOLCETTO DI DIANO D'ALBA 'COSTAFIORE' 2013 35.00Claudio Alario, Diano d'Alba, Piemonte, ItalyClaudio Alario is the winemakers' winemaker. No flash marketing, but quietly gets on with putting into practice what every good producer should preach. The Dolcetto from the commune of Diano d'Alba has the reputation of being the best area for Dolcetto and this fine and smooth wine is a great example of it.

434 NERO DI TOSCANA 2012 41.00Casanova della Spinetta, Tuscany, Italy

The new venture of the Rivetti family, one of the leading Barbaresco producers in Piedmont, now doing wonders with Sangiovese in Tuscany. This is a soft and meaty wine made from young vines, with just that little bit of raciness.

435 CHIANTI CLASSICO 2014 45.00Fontodi, Panzano in Chianti, Tuscany, ItalyLovely perfumes of ripe lightly spiced strawberries and dark cherries on the nose. On the palate, the wine has the lovely rounded structure with fine, savoury tannins, supple, ripe berry fruit and a long, spicy finish.

436 BARBERA D'ALBA 'VALETTA' 2012 48.00Claudio Alario, Diano d'Alba, Piemonte, ItalyGorgeous aromas of crushed fruit and toasted oak. Seductive. Full and velvety, with lots of fruit and chocolate. long, delicious, and opulent.

437 AMARONE 'A' 2013 52.00Alpha Zeta, Verona, ItalyAn attractive fresh perfume with aromas of ripe black cherry, plum and hints of fruit cake. On the palate it is full-bodied and rich, with cherry, vanilla and coffee flavours. It has well balanced tannins and a long finish.

438 BAROLO BUSSIA 'DARDI LE ROSE' 2012 60.00Poderi Colla, Alba, Piedmont, ItalySpice and generous ripe berry aromas on the nose. Rich plummy fruit with herbal notes on the palate, good tannic structure and a tremendous finish.

439 BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2012 64.00Campogiovanni, Sant'Angelo In Colle, Tuscany, ItalyDeep ruby red. With aromas of wild berry fruit, plum, cedar and leather. An expansive, generous palate displays rich fruit and mouthfeel with fine-grained tannins - developing into a long, persistent and fruit-filled finish.

440 BAROLO 'RIVA ROCCA' 2012 65.00Claudio Alario, Diano d'Alba, Piemonte, ItalyA modern style of Barolo with a deep ruby colour, aromas of rose with mint and liquorice. Flavours are full yet balanced thanks to the sweet and elegant tannins. A wonderful effort.

441 BARBERESCO BORDINI 2013 68.00La Spinetta, Piedmont, ItalyBright Nebbiolo red, floral and fruity aromas of rose, raspberry and mint, ripe fruit flavours with fine tannins and great elegance, very enjoyable.

442 ISOLE E OLENA 'CEPPARELLO' 2013 90.00Isole e Olena, Castellina Tuscany, ItalyBright ruby red. The nose shows aromas of red fruits and cherries along with a touch of spice from the well-judged use of oak. On the palate, ripe fruit, a well-balanced structure and persistent lingering finish. Fantastic!

443 BAROLO 'PIRA' 2010 105.00Roagna, Castiglione Falletto, Piedmont, ItalyRed cherry, plum and herbs on the nose, great density, phenomenal finesse and brightness, A super-classic wine, just knockout!

444 L'APPARITA 1996 110.00Castello di Ama, Lecce in Chianti, Tuscany, ItalyMade from Merlot aged in barriques for about 16 months this wine reveals an intense aroma with notes of fruit and jam. Great balance in the mouth, with soft tannins in harmony with the beautiful structure. Sensational.

Germany

445a MALTERDINGER SPÄTBURGUNDER 2014 48.00Weingut Bernhard Huber, Malterdingen, Baden, GermanyVivid cherry fruit, a whisp of smoke and bitter orange, beautifully poised in the mouth with gently spiced red fruits and a touch of racy citrus acidity.

445b KALKMERGEL SPÄTBURGUNDER TROCKEN 2012 52.00Weingut Knipser, Laumersheim, Pfalz, GermanyA quintessentially Pinot Noir nose, with aromatic crushed strawberries and a toasty note. Nice fruit with a chalky acidity and a Burgundian silkiness to the tannins. Long finish, very balanced and elegant.

Spain

446 HONORO VERA MERLOT 2016 28.00Bodegas Juan Gil, Jumilla, SpainDeep ruby. Blackberry, cherry and herbs on the nose. Luscious and expansive with great depth of flavour and power, very good value.

447 CIEN Y PICO 'EN VASO' BOBAL 2012 32.00Cien y Pico, Manchuela, La Mancha, SpainThe nose shows abundant fruit, along with chocolate and earthy notes. Blackberries, blackcurrant and cinnamon spice, along with cocoa and mulberry on the palate. It is soft with juicy tannins, and an uplifting fresh fruit finish.

448 LAN RIOJA CRIANZA 2013 34.00Bodegas LAN, Rioja, SpainAromas of strawberry, raspberry and cranberry are framed by nuances of vanilla and toffee. Silky and structured on the palate, it has a long-lasting and satisfying finish.

449 IZADI RIOJA RESERVA 2013 36.00Vina Izadi, Rioja, SpainBeautiful blackcurrant and redcurrant fruit with hints liquorice of on the nose. This is a rich and concentrated wine with exceptional purity on the finish.

450 BORSAO 'ZARIHS' 2013 40.00Bodegas Borsao, Campo de Borja, SpainA powerful high altitude Syrah made by Australian winemaker Chris Ringland. Aromas of black fruits, with a hint of coffee and vanilla. The palate has blackberries, oak and black pepper notes. With a great finish too. Amazing!

451 MARQUÉS DE ZEARRA RIOJA GRAN RESERVA 2008 44.00Bodega Petralanda, Rioja, SpainA complex bouquet of hedgerow fruit with hints of coffee and vanilla and a full-bodied palate of damson with herbal undertones leading to a lingering finish.

452 CAMINS DEL PRIORAT 2014 46.00Alvaro Palacios, Priorat, SpainA complex perfume of black cherry and blackberry leading to a floral and pepper nose, ripe, layered with intense flavour and powerful finish.

453 ORBEN RIOJA 2013 47.00Orben, Rioja Alavesa, SpainIntense garnet red in colour. Wild fruit, balsamic aromas, toasty oak and toffee on the nose. Full-bodied, with complexity and a persistent and aromatic finish.

454 TABERNER 2010 48.00Huerta de Albalá, Cádiz, SpainA nose of black fruit and plum with spicy and savoury notes. Complex and layered on the palate with fine grained ripe tannins - the well-balanced rich fruit, acidity and oak gives a long finish.

455 FINCA VILLACRECES 2012 49.00Finca Villacreces, Ribera Del Duero, Castilla Leon, SpainA powerful nose of cassis and cranberry with a touch of spice from the oak ageing overlaid with mocha and black pepper. In the mouth it is rich and smooth, ripe and full with good structure and plenty of ripe, dark berry fruit, a good balance and a long finish.

456 SPIGA 2008 50.00Bodega O. Fournier, Berlangas de Roa, Ribera Del Duero, SpainDeep purple in colour, ripe black fruit flavours with a little oak on the nose leads to a structured dense wine. Nice tannins, which give way to intense spice and pepper on the long lingering finish.

457 PINTIA TORO 2012 75.00Finca Vega Sicilia, Valbuena de Duero, SpainA complex perfume of spice, black cherry, and blackberry leading to a full-bodied, ripe, layered wine with intense flavours, serious complexity, and exceptional length.

458 ALIÓN 2011 90.00Finca Vega Sicilia, Valbuena de Duero, SpainBlackberries and violets on the nose, dark ripe fruit and spice flavours balanced with fine tannins giving a beautiful weight. Finishing with great length, a real class act.

459 RIOJA GRAN RESERVA '904' 2005 - MAGNUM 125.00La Rioja Alta, S.A., Haro, La Rioja, SpainA nose of mint, spice and cherries in liqueur, subtle and truly elegant. The palate is medium-bodied with great concentration and balancing tannins, leading to a long, complex finish. All just as it should be in a classic.

New Zealand

460 MAIN DIVIDE PINOT NOIR 2013 38.00Pegasus Bay, Waipara Valley, New ZealandAromas and flavours of cherries and red berry fruits, there are also savoury hints of grilled mushrooms, black olives and roast game, fine tannins give structure and length, but these are covered with a velvety robe, leaving impressions of dark chocolate and spice.

461 AUNTSFIELD 'SINGLE VINEYARD' PINOT NOIR 2013 42.00Auntsfield Estate, Blenheim, Marlborough, New ZealandA rich silky texture which is full and concentrated. Interwoven flavours of spice, dark fruit and savoury characters are revealed by a succulent and fine tannin structure. The structure of this wine is tight, yet rich and full with seamless length.

462 FROMM 'LA STRADA' SYRAH 2012 44.00Fromm Winery, Blenheim, New ZealandDeep, inky and concentrated Syrah, rich and ripe without losing its cool climate elegance. The wine has great balance with a delightful freshness, exhibiting dark chocolate, plum and blackcurrant flavours, supported by ample fruit tannins.

463 GREYWACKE PINOT NOIR 2014 55.00Greywacke, Marlborough, New ZealandGreywacke was created in 2009 by Kevin Judd, formally chief winemaker at Cloudy Bay. Here, ripe fruit aromas intermingle with a sweet-scented floral perfume. The palate blends blackberries and cherry with hints of smoky vanillin oak. This is a deliciously fragrant, finely structured wine with intense varietal expression.

464 MAN O'WAR 'IRONCLAD' 2015 56.00Man O' War Vineyards, Waiheke Island, New Zealand

A blend of 39% Cabernet Franc, 30% Merlot, 7% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot and 18% Cabernet Sauvignon. Great Merlot fruit, Cabernet Franc adding fragrant earthy notes, ripe tannins and floral aromas of cassis and red summer berries. Perfect.

Australia

470 THE MIXED THING GRENACHE, CINSAULT, CABERNET FRANC et al 2016 28.00Magpie Estate, Barossa Valley, South AustraliaThis is a hugely vibrant glass of Barossa red. All the red varietals are co-fermented then judiciously blended with Grenache. Summer pudding in a glass, really refreshing fresh crushed fruit… this simply must be good for you!

471 WILLUNGA 100 CABERNET SHIRAZ 2014 32.00Willunga 100, McLaren Vale, South AustraliaA lovely blend of Cabernet (70%) which adds notes of cassis and mint, with Shiraz (30%) adding blackberry and liquorice, coupled with a touch of well integrated oak. Perfect easy drinking with power and great length.

472 BREMERTON 'TAMBLYN' 2010 39.00Bremerton Wines, Langhorne Creek, South AustraliaThe characteristics of the different varietals, Cabernet Sauvignon (48%) providing the complementary tannin structure, Shiraz (38%) and Merlot (6.5%) giving berry roundness and Malbec (7.5%) adding a perfumed lift and intense colour, create wine that is full flavoured and balanced with a silky finish.

474 ROLF BINDER 'HEINRICH' 2010 42.00Rolf Binder Wines, Barossa Valley, South AustraliaThe Shiraz, Mourvedre and Grenache combination has produced a full bodied yet soft wine with a complex structure of the fruit, oak and gentle tannins. Nuances of chocolate and raspberry with berry fruit sweetness, the finish is dry and the flavours linger.

475 ARLEWOOD CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2012 45.00Arlewood Vineyards, Margaret River, Western AustraliaThis Cabernet Sauvignon crowns the Arlewood range with its depth, rich dark fruit, ceder and finely married oak.

476 DEXTER PINOT NOIR 2009 54.00Tod Dexter, Merricks North, Victoria, AustraliaFloral aromas with dark berry fruit, cherries, Chinese 5 spice and subtle oak, the flavours are similar to the aromas, soft sweet fruit on the palate with fruit and oak in balance, velvety texture and fine tannins towards the finish.

477 MITOLO 'GAM' SHIRAZ 2010 54.00Mitolo Wines, McLaren Vale, South AustraliaDeep purple, the nose is an intense combination of smoked herbs, liquorice and blackcurrants leading to a full bodied palate with notes of cassis and cracked pepper. Full-bodied and powerful.

478 GLAETZER 'ANAPERENNA' SHIRAZ CABERNET 2015 68.00Glaetzer Wines, Barossa Valley, South Australia

This is a wonderful wine is made from 75% Shiraz and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon. It is dense and massive on the palate, has layers of ripe fruit, excellent balance, extraordinary depth and a long, fruit-filled finish.

South Africa

490 TORMENTOSO MOURVÈDRE RESERVE 2012 31.00M·A·N Family Wines, Agter-Paarl, South AfricaA complex, layered wine; the nose of berry fruit is complemented by heather and soft spice aromas, while the palate layers flavours of cloves, leathery spice and red fruit. The elegant finish is dry and savoury. Ideal with hearty food, steak and roasts.

491 INKAWU PINOTAGE 2015 37.00Laibach Vineyards, Stellenbosch, South AfricaDeep, dark colour with typical Pinotage freshness. An explosion of fruit with some dry banana, raspberry and mulberry aromas along with hints of leather and spice. The palate is well defined with an array of fruit and gently supported with soft balanced tannin.

492 CIRCLE OF LIFE RED 2012 37.00Waterkloof Wines, Stellenbosch, South AfricaBordeaux meets Rhône blend of Merlot, Shiraz and Cabernet Franc. Rich, with notes of berries and cedar it shows excellent balance, an elegant palate, fine tannins and lovely finish. Very nice indeed.

493 LA VIERGE PINOT NOIR 2013 42.00La Vierge, Hemel-en-Aarde, Walker Bay, South Africa

The bright colour promises perfume of strawberries, rosewater, smoky honey and follows on to a beautiful palate that dances with luminous acidity and tannin, leaving a lingering savoury aftertaste. Excellent.

494 FAIRVIEW 'THE BEACON' SHIRAZ 2013 45.00Fairview, Paarl, South Africa

Deep red in colour, with perfumes of spiced black fruit; rounded cherry and blackberry on the palate, good concentration and a powerful finish. This wine is amongst the most complex and interesting expressions of Shiraz to come from the Cape.

495 THELEMA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2011 46.00Thelema Vineyards, Stellenbosch, South AfricaA nose of mint, blackcurrant and chocolate. There is a good layer of toasty oak in the background to complement the black cherry and cassis fruit flavours on the palate. Very long, clean and elegant on the finish.

South America

500 NATIVA RESERVA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2015 29.00Nativa Wines, Valle Central, Chile

Deep red with purple hues, it offers a bouquet of ripe black fruit and exotic spices. Full bodied, with excellent balance and tannins providing structure. Plum and blackcurrant flavours are laced with black pepper through the lingering finish.

501 LA CETTO PETITE SIRAH 2013 30.00La Cetto, Baja California, MexicoA medley of fruit character from red currants to blueberries. Silky, velvety tannins, nice concentration and weight. A real delight.

502 HUMBERTO CANALE 'INTIMO' TINTO 2015 30.00Bodega Humberto Canale, Rio Negro, Patagonia, ArgentinaFrom one of the southernmost wine making regions in the world, a blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 20% Malbec. A nose of red berries and vanilla, nicely rounded, with good body and a long finish.

503 HUMBERTO CANALE ESTATE PINOT NOIR 2016 32.00Bodega Humberto Canale, Rio Negro, Patagonia, ArgentinaNotes of spice, candied fruit and fresh red berries. Its ageing in oak is emphasised with a smoky vanilla aroma. In the mouth, it is delicate in body, with soft tannins and ripe red fruit flavour and a long persistent finish.

504 AMALAYA 'GRAN CORTE' 2014 38.00Bodega Amalaya, Calchaquí Valley, Salta, ArgentinaA blend of Malbec with some 10% Cabernet Franc and 5% Tannat. Heady fruit and vanilla on the nose. The palate is round, tasty and spicy, a tremendous wine for the money.

505 HUASO DE SAUZAL CHILENA PAÍS 2014 42.00El Viejo Almacén, Cauquenes, ChileA nose of cherries and cocoa, ripe, floral and very expressive. The palate is fresh with flavours of berries, very fine tannins and excellent acidity. Clean, focused and pure.

506 CATENA ALTA MALBEC 2014 56.00Bodega Catena Zapata, Mendoza, ArgentinaA dark, opaque violet colour, almost blackish in hue. The nose offers freshly ground, ripe berry fruits with layers of wild flowers, cinnamon spice, and a touch of citrus. The mouth feel is full and coating, with exceptional weight and concentration but with a soft, supple texture.

United StatesCalifornia

520 CLINE 'LODI' ZINFANDEL 2015 32.00Cline Cellars, Sonoma, California, USA

Dark berry fruit with black cherry and raspberry, spice notes and a lasting finish of vanilla with supple tannins. First rate.

521 FALCON'S PERCH PINOT NOIR 2015 39.00J. Lohr Vineyards, Monterey, California, USAAromas of cherry preserves, fresh strawberries violet and crème brulée lead to a rich, soft palate with fine tannin and plenty of fruit. Clean and fresh, nice with everthing.

523 CLINE 'SMALL BERRY VINEYARD' MOURVEDRE 2014 40.00Cline Cellars, Sonoma, California, USAIntense concentration of flavours due, in part, to the miniscule yields. Berries, plum, and eucalyptus-mint dominate this wine with plenty of flesh and a firm balanced structure of acid and fine-grained tannins.

524 LE P’TIT PAPE 2014 45.00Le P'tit Paysan, San Benito County, California, USAA traditional Southern Rhone blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault, Le P’tit Pape shows the grapes at their freshest, most delicate, with wonderful red fruit aromas, great acidity, and a soft finish.

525 SCHUG SONOMA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2011 50.00Schug Carneros Estate, Sonoma, California, USARipe currant and cherry flavours, a bouquet bursting with berries, cassis and spice, elegant tannins lead to a sumptuous finish.

527 PLEIADES XXIII 52.00Sean Thackray, Bolinas, California, USAThe object of Pleiades Old Vines is to be delicious, delight the jaded, irritate the Wine Police, and go well with anything red wine goes well with. This twenty-second edition is dominated by Pinot Noir along with Sangiovese, Viognier, Mourvèdre, Syrah and Petite Sirah to name but a few. Fragrant and voluptuous.

528 RIDGE 'GEYSERVILLE' 2012 67.00Ridge Vineyards, Sonoma, California, USA78% Zinfandel, 16% Carignane, 4% Petite Sirah, 1% Alicante Bouschet and 1% Mourvedre. Aromas of scented bramble fruit, mint and oak. Flavours of black tea and sweet cherries. Sensuous and layered with medium tannins and lively acidity. Finishes long and savoury. Delicious.

529 ALBAN 'PATRINA' SYRAH 2013 77.00Alban Vineyards, Edna Valley, California, USA 100% Syrah from estate vineyards, aged two years in 70% new French oak. Gorgeous aromas of cassis, raspberry, flowers and spice, richness and an overall layered, fresh profile. Delicious!

530 STONESTREET 'LEGACY' 1996 80.00Stonestreet Winery, Sonoma, California, USA A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, ripe and fruity, with complex aromas and flavours. Smooth and polished, with a long generous finish.

531 CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2014 85.00Caymus Vineyards, Napa, California, USAAromas of sweet ripe cabernet grapes. Initial impressions are fantastically appealing. The whole of the wine is balanced, rich, expressive and impressively complex. The backbone of fine tannin and sweet ripeness is a carry-¬over from perfectly mature fruit.

532 KISTLER SONOMA COAST PINOT NOIR 2014 90.00Kistler Vineyards, Sonoma, California, USAFragrant and beautifully aromatic, on the palate rich and supple with black cherry and spice, but also a touch of florality and elegance. Complex with long length, deliciously appealing.

533 CARDINALE 1999 98.00Kendall Jackson, Napa, California, USAA Bordeaux blend, structured, concentrated, and focused, with the tannins and depth to age for the long haul.

534 FAY VINEYARD CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2011 105.00Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, Napa, California, USATop single estate wine from the producer who beat all the top Bordeaux's in a blind tasting in Paris in 1976. Smooth, but firm wine with a wonderful finish.

537 JOSEPH PHELPS 'INSIGNIA' 1989 125.00Joseph Phelps Vineyards, Napa, California, USA80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Outstanding flavours and lingering finish.

538 JOSEPH PHELPS 'INSIGNIA' 1991 175.00Joseph Phelps Vineyards, Napa, California, USAThe restrained, spicy, herb, cassis and vanilla-scented nose is followed by rich, intense, tannic lingering flavours that coat the palate. A great wine from a benchmark vintage.

540 JOSEPH PHELPS 'INSIGNIA' 1997 185.00Joseph Phelps Vineyards, Napa, California, USAA wonderfully rich, structured wine, just beginning to show development. The perfect expression of Napa viniculture.

541 CAYMUS SPECIAL SELECTION CABERNET SAUVIGNON 1998 - MAGNUM 200.00Caymus Vineyards, Napa, California, USAThe top cuvée Cabernet from this benchmark Californian producer showing multi dimentional flavours of blackcurrent and liquorice, fullness in the mouth and a long finish. This is a big wine.

542 CASK 23 CABERNET SAUVIGNON 1998 - MAGNUM 250.00Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, Napa, California, USAThe ultimate cuvée from this famous Napa Valley estate - an extraordinary expression of both power and finesse.

Oregon550 PLANET OREGON PINOT NOIR 2015 42.00

Soter Vinyards, Carlton. Oregon, USA

Fresh, soft and silky, fruit-driven with cherries and berries, finishing with elegance and purity. Great quality for the price.

551 FIRESTEED PINOT NOIR 2012 42.00Firesteed Cellars Winery, Rickreall, Oregon, USAVibrant cherry and sweet spice aromas jump out of the glass and the taste of the first round of summer raspberries and strawberries push the burst of fruit straight through to the surprisingly long finish. Washington

560 GRACE LANE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2012 36.00Grace Lane, Washington State, USA100% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Columbia Valley. Aromas of black cherries and plum. Soft tannins, fresh and fruity with a silky mouthfeel. Fruity, yet elegant and altogether delicious.

561 COLUMBIA VALLEY MERLOT 2011 47.00L'Ecole No. 41, Lowden, Washington State, USARich with enticing aromas of plum, nutmeg, and clove this dark and brooding Merlot shows a robust core of black cherry and blackberry which features into the seamless finish of fine-grained tannin and spice.

- SWEET WINES -

601 CH. LE FAGÉ 2015 (37.5Cl.) 20.00Monbazilliac, Bordeaux, FranceA well made wine showing nice botrytis on the finish - not as intensely sweet as its Sauternes neighbours, but sweet enough to take most desserts. Also an ideal accompanyment to Foie Gras and blue cheeses

603 MITCHELL NOBLE SEMILLON 2014 (37.5cl.) 25.00Mitchell Wines, Clare Valley, South AustraliaA great, late harvest sweet wine with a silky texture and excellent balance. Intensely concentrated tropical fruit flavours dance on the mid-palate.

604 MOSCATO D'ASTI DI STREVI 2016 (75cl.) 32.00605 Also In Halves (37.5cl.) 19.00

Contero, Strevi, Piedmont, ItalyLight lemon in colour with a wonderful perfume of fresh grapes and warm honey. Sweet and lightly sparkling on the palate, it has a lovely freshness, with a lively finish.

606 JURANÇON MOELLEUX 2015 36.00Domaine Bellegarde, South West FranceA wonderful bouquet of grapefruit and clementines, bags of sweet pineapple fruit underscored by a fresh acidity. It also makes a delicious aperitif.

607 CLINE CELLARS LATE HARVEST MOURVEDRE 2016 (37.5cl.) 37.00Cline Cellars, Sonoma, California, USAUnusual to find a RED dessert wine - this is really chunky but not too sweet. Ideal with fruit sorbets and ice creams and also with pastries.

608 RECIOTO DELLA VALPOLICELLA 2013 (50cl.) 37.00Villa Crine Az. Ag. Pedemonte di San Pietro Incariano, Verona, ItalyA red wine made from Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes that have been slightly raisined to provide sweetness and intensity. Perfect with red fruits, pastry and chocolate. Or try it with blue cheese.

609 I CAPITELLI 2015 (37.5cl.) 38.00Anselmi, Monteforte d’Alpone, Verona, Italy

Made from 100% Garganega, with Roberto Anselmi's uncompromising quality-over quantity approach. Heavenly!

610 GREYWACKE LATE HARVEST RIESLING 2011 (37.5cl.) 40.00Greywacke, Marlborough, New ZealandIntense aromatics of honeysuckle blossom, candied lemon and vanilla, the luscious palate has a marmalade-like combination of lemons and limes. Silky and succulent, finishing with a lively citrusy crispness.

611 PELLER VIDAL ICEWINE 2010 50.00Peller Estates, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, CanadaIntense flavours of honey, lemon, star fruit, quince and brown sugar. Sweet citrus and star fruit linger on the finish. For desert, or ideal with soft cheese.

- HALF BOTTLES - Champagne -

700 LOUIS ROEDERER BRUT PREMIER N.V. 39.00Reims, France

- HALF BOTTLES - WHITE -

711 MUSCADET SÈVRE ET MAINE SUR LIE 2013 18.00Domaine Le Fief de la Brie, Loire, France

712 POUILLY FUMÉ 2013 21.00Domaine Thibault, Loire, France

713 CHABLIS 2013 21.00Les Valery, Chablis, Burgundy, France

- HALF BOTTLES - RED -

750 BEAUJOLAIS 2013 18.00Domaine Jacques Charlet, Beaujolais, France

752 SAINT-ROMAIN 2014 26.00Domaine Alain Gras, Saint-Romain, Burgundy, France

753 CH. MUSAR 2009 27.00Gaston Hochar, Bakaa Valley, Lebanon

754 CH. PIPEAU 2011 28.00Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France

- MAGNUMS - RED -

345 VOLNAY 2010 135.00Domaine Michel Lafarge, Volnay, Burgundy, France

346 GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN 2010 140.00Domaine Drouhin-Laroze, Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy, France

379 CH. PETIT BOCQ 2009 98.00Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux, France

413 CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2010 115.00Château Maucoil, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, FranceA wine of great character with lots of rich berry fruit on the nose. Dense and full-bodied on the palate, with a lingering and sumptuous finish.

459 RIOJA GRAN RESERVA '904' 2005 125.00La Rioja Alta, S.A., Haro, La Rioja, SpainA nose of mint, spice and cherries in liqueur, subtle and truly elegant. The palate is medium-bodied with great concentration and balancing tannins, leading to a long, complex finish. All just as it should be in a classic.

541 CAYMUS SPECIAL SELECTION CABERNET SAUVIGNON 1998 200.00Caymus Vineyards, Napa, California, USAThe top cuvée Cabernet from this benchmark Californian producer showing multi dimentional flavours of blackcurrent and liquorice, fullness in the mouth and a long finish. This is a big wine.

542 CASK 23 CABERNET SAUVIGNON 1998 250.00Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, Napa, California, USAThe ultimate cuvée from this famous Napa Valley estate - a world beater and an extraordinary expression of both power and finesse.

EU ALLERGEN WINE ADVICE

Under EU legislation we are required to inform you of food and drink we sell that has a sulphur dioxide (sulphites, SO2) content above 10mg. per kilo or litre.Sulphites are present in almost all wines, as a preservative. It is used in winemaking (and indeed most food industries), because of its antioxidant and antibacterial properties. SO2 plays a very important role in maintaining a wine’s freshness.Without it, most wines would not keep. We have checked our wine list and the labels, and all state that sulphites are present, as they must above 10mg. levels. ‘Organic’ wines usually have no added sulphur dioxide, but it is created naturally anyway in the fermentation process.The actual amounts in each bottle we don’t know, but as a guide the average is about 80mg./litre. Red wines need less sulphites, and an average of about 50mg. is likely. White wines more, around 120mg., and sweet white wines especially, with up to 350mg. per litre.But see this in context. Other foodstuffs can contain larger amounts of sulphites, especially dried fruits, like raisins and sultanas, which have a 1,000mg./kilo level.

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