some words from the cellarman,...some words from the cellarman, with all the technological progress...

Some words from the Cellarman,

With all the technological progress we have made we might have expected to have eliminated

most of life’s stresses and strains. Oh but that this were true. Never has there been more need

for us to slow down and take a moment to smell the roses. A glass of wine in convivial company

is a very good place to start.

The wide range of wines on our list is set out by style rather than by region. Too many wine

lists put pretension ahead of clarity and this often leads to conservative choices by the

understandably bamboozled drinker. We hope our format will encourage you to experiment with

new grapes from new countries made by sometimes small but excellent producers. The list

features wines from all over the world and each one represents quality and value at every price

level. Please ask if you would like further guidance on any particular wine.

We try to keep abreast of vintage changes. Occasionally we may need to serve the follow-on

vintage but we try to ensure it is of at least equal quality to the vintage listed. Towards the back

of the list we have a selection of half bottles for those of more restrained (or driver-curtailed)

drinking habits, and we have recently introduced the service of the increasingly popular

Prosecco by the mini-bottle (200ml).

Many of our chosen wines are also vegan; we have placed a symbol next to the wine to show

you.

Wine is to be enjoyed, so if you don’t like what you are drinking, for whatever reason, send it

back. Unless it is actually corked (and this does happen), I will drink it for you at no charge

whatsoever.

Cheers!

Miles & Tommy Hunter

PEN-Y-DYFFRYN RECOMMENDATIONS

We have selected the following wines from our list for their good value and

We have no hesitation in recommending each of them.

WHITE 3. Italy BELLA MODELLA, PINOT GRIGIO 2016 Gavi la Battistina 2007 £6.55

Absolutely delicious Italian white with a fine, floral perfume and lithe,

succulent body that perfectly flaunts the juicy, crisp flavours of melon, lychee

and pear. Finishes clean and fresh-what’s not to like!

Bottle 22.00

Half litre carafe 17.00

Glass(125ml) 5.95

11. Romania PAPARUDA FETEASCA REGALA 2017 Gavi la Battistina 2007 £6.55

Made from Romania's most widely planted variety, Feteasca Regala, this is

a light-bodied, aromatic, fruity white with peach, apricot and Pink Lady

apple flavours finished off with soft, fresh acidity. Romania is not famous for

its wine but after trying this I think you will agree that they have produced a

fantastic white wine!

Bottle 22.00


Glass(125ml) 5.95

15. New Zealand

WAVERIDER, SAUVIGNON BLANC, MARLBOROUGH 2017

Waverider Sauvignon Blanc is a great example of Sauvignon Blanc fruit

from Marlborough. Packed full of zesty tropical fruit balanced with a

lemon and passion-fruit finish, this wine is well balanced and very easy

drinking

.

Bottle 25.00


Glass(125ml) 6.95

2. France

PICPOUL DE PINET, G BASCOU, DOMAINE LA CONDANMINE 2017

Chic, racy and mineral seafood fodder from the hills above Sète on the

Mediterranean shore. This is an atypical example which offers a lovely

rich core of stone fruit, lifted floral aromatics and a classic saline

mineral quality.

.

27.00

RED 28. Spain

RIOJA VEGA TEMPRANILLO, RIOJA 2016

A soft, fruity wine with plum and blackcurrant flavours, vibrant and juicy.

This is a young (joven) wine without any oak, made to be drunk in its youth

to appreciate its lively fruit. From a forward looking winery that has

invested a lot of money in recent years.

Bottle 22.00


Glass (125ml) 5.95

35 France JEAN BALMONT MERLOT, IGP PAYS D’OC 2017

Packed full of rich Southern French sunshine, this silky red is bursting with

ripe plummy fruit, hints of dark chocolate and a lick of spice on the finish

Bottle 22.00


Glass (125ml) 5.95

33.

36.

Argentina

Portugal

TANNERS MALBEC ARGENTINIAN MALBEC, MENDOZA 2018

Juicy, open nose, full and ripe palate with lovely black and red fruits and an

appealing fresh character make this an ideal all-rounder.

SMART DOG TRINCADEIRA/SYRAH, ALENTEJO, J P RAMOS 2017

João Portugal Ramos is at the forefront of the modern Portuguese revolution.

We can see why, with this fragrant creation of lavender, chocolate and spice

box,with a fruit-filled palate and ripe tannins

Bottle 25.00


Glass(125ml) 6.95

Bottle 27.00

ROSÉ

65.

64.

France

France

JEAN BALMONT, CABERNET FRANC ROSE 2018

A charming strawberry scented Rosé with freshness and delicacy. It has an

attractive pink colour and the bouquet is both floral and fruity. A light easy

drinking Rosé from the South of France.

MAISON WILLIAMS CHASE ROSÉ, CÔTES DE PROVENCE 2017

The Maison Williams Chase (The man who started Tyrrills Crisps!)Rosé is a

beautiful pale shade of pink. Bone dry, the wine boasts affluent stone fruit

aromas of peaches and apricots, followed by a refreshing note of grapefruit

alongside a backdrop of savoury Provençal herbs.

Bottle 22.00


Glass (125ml) 5.95

38.00

SPARKLING 68. Italy DI MARIA PROSECCO DOC SPUMANTE

Delicately fruity, slightly aromatic bouquet. Nicely balanced with a light

body. Peachy, mango fruit and a delicious melon finish. A great apéritif.

Bottle 750ml 29.00

Bottle 200ml 9.95

67. Argentina GOUGUENHEIM MALBEC BUBBLES, SPARKELING ROSE EXTRA BRUT,

MENDOZA

This characterful sparkler is full of delicate red fruit aromas and flavours of

strawberries, bright cherries with a lovely fresh juiciness on the palate, beautiful

balance and tiny bubbles.

32.00

70.

France

TANNERS BRUT EXTRA RESERVE CHAMPAGNE

Specially selected for and by our wine merchant. A most attractive drink with excellent

fruit and good biscuity aromas.

65.00

Half bot 35.00

LIGHT DRY WHITE WINES

1. South Africa FREEDOM CROSS SAUVIGNON BLANC, WESTERN CAPE 2018

Offering up alluring flavours and aromas of tropical fruit with apricot and fig. There are

notes of grassiness on the fresh, zesty palate, and the length of finish is good.

23.00

2. France

PICPOUL DE PINET, DOMAINE DES LAURIERS, COTEAUX DU LANGUEDOC 2017

Chic, racy and mineral seafood fodder from the hills above Sète on the Mediterranean shore.

This is an atypical example which offers a lovely rich core of stone fruit, lifted floral

aromatics and a classic saline mineral quality.

27.00

3. Italy BELLA MODELLA PINOT GRIGIO 2015 Gavi la Battistina 2007 £6.55

Absolutely delicious Italian white with a fine, floral perfume and lithe, succulent body that

perfectly flaunts the juicy, crisp flavours of melon, lychee and pear. Finishes clean and fresh-

what’s not to like!

22.00

4. Spain RIOJA VEGA VIURA BLANCO, RIOJA, SPAIN 2017

Modern, youthful unoaked white Rioja offering fresh aromas and flavours of citrus,

especially grapefruit, bright acidity and a hint of tarragon on the finish.

22.00

5. Portugal GANDARADA, DÃO BRANCO 2017

A high quality, estate-bottled wine from the ancient wine region of the Dão. The indigenous

vines are planted on free-draining soils on a plateau sheltered on three sides by the granite

mountain ranges. Fresh and crisp flavours with just a hint of angelica.

25.00

6. Italy FIANO, PUGLIA IGP, CARLOMAGNO 2017

From the warm hills of Puglia in southern Italy comes this exotic, ripe Fiano. Fruity on the

nose with exotic fruits such as melon and banana, featuring hints of citrus reminiscent of

grapefruit. On the palate it is very well balanced, with a good acidity backbone and length.

26.00

FRUITY, FRAGRANT MEDIUM WHITE

7 France DOMAINE VEDILHAN VIOGNIER, IGP PAYS D’OC 2017

Turkish delight and tropical nose with hints of bitter almonds. The palate is rich and

perfumed with flavours of peaches, pineapples and mangoes. Delightfully quaffable!

Gavi la Battistina 2007£6.55

24.00

8.

South Africa FALSE BAY CHENIN BLANC, WESTERN CAPE 2016

Fine, mineral Chenin characters with gentle ripe apple aromas, honeyed aromatics and

delicious greengage and citrus lemon acidity on the long finish. A wine with great finesse

and style

24.00

9

10

England

Austria

THREE CHOIRS ESTATE ‘THE ENGLISH HOUSE’, GLOUCESTERSHIRE 2015

Medium dry and quite fruity but not overly so. You will find flavours of peach, grapefruit and

perhaps even melon.

GRÜNER VELTLINER, WEINVIERTEL, BAUMGARTNER 2017 A wonderful introduction to Austria’s signature variety: fresh and crisp, zesty grapefruit and

juicy green orchard fruits, with a distinctive peppery character.

31.00

29.00


Made from Romania's most widely planted variety, Feteasca Regala, this is a light-bodied,

aromatic, fruity white with peach, apricot and Pink Lady apple flavours finished off with

soft, fresh acidity. Romania is not famous for its wine but after trying this I think you will

agree that they have produced a fantastic white wine!

22.00

12. Germany MOSELLAND RIESLING KABINETT 2017

Delicate, floral, well-made Kabinett with peach, apple and pear fruit flavours and well

balanced, refreshing acidity. This is an excellent value-for-money Riesling from the well-

run co-operative at Bernkastel.

26.00

https://www.tanners-wines.co.uk/wines/riesling

MEDIUM BODIED DRY WHITE WINES

13. Portugal ALTANO, DOURO WHITE 2017

Mountain fresh! From grapes sourced at high altitude, including Moscatel that adds aroma

and an exotic twist, this delicious wine from the Symington stable has a limey zing, lovely

mineral notes and a clean refreshing finish.

29.00

14. Chile EMILIANA ADOBE SAUVIGNON BLANC , CASABLANCA VALLEY 2016 Chile

Fresh citrus aromas, mingled with a dry mineral sensation on the palate, Emiliana are an

organic winery, which also practice biodynamic winemaking in part.

27.00

15 New Zealand WAVERIDER, SAUVIGNON BLANC, MARLBOROUGH 2017

Waverider Sauvignon Blanc is a great example of Sauvignon Blanc fruit from Marlborough.

Packed full of zesty tropical fruit balanced with a lemon and passion-fruit finish, this wine is

well balanced and very easy drinking.

25.00

16. New Zealand

PASK OMAHU ROAD SAUVIGNON BLANC, HAWKE'S BAY 2018

A lively and tangy Sauvignon with an intense, herbaceuos nose of fresh nettles and capsicum,

ahead of a very broad palate of lifted tropical fruit flavours, supported by more savoury

crunchy green fruit. Winemaker Kate Radburnd is a multi award-winner, instrumental in the

development of the Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand Programme.

31.00

17. France MÂCON-VERGISSON ‘LES ROCHERS’, DOMAINE GUERRIN & FILS 2017

From one parcel of vines on top of the spectacular Vergisson escarpment comes

this delightfully mineral, 'bready', Chablis-style Mâcon. It's a great fish or

shellfish wine which can also develop for a couple of years in bottle.

35.00

18. France CHABLIS, ALAIN BRETIN, DOMAINE JEAN-MARC BROCARD 2017

Subtle white peach and ripe lemon citrus, gently perfumed with underlying notes of freshly

baked bread and crushed stones. Ample and accessible, fresh and lithe – just as it ought to

be!

47.00

19.

France SANCERRE, ANDRÉ DEZAT ET FILS 2017

Fine Sancerre; bone-dry with a great depth of minerality and herbaceous fruit. This comes

from three different vineyards which gives great complexity and properly ripe fruit that offers

a certain roundness to the core.

49.00

20. Greece

SANTORINI HATZIDAKIS 2015

Made by Haridimos Hatzidakis from Assyrtiko, a local grape, on the volcanic island of

Santorini. His first vintage was bottled in 1997, and he has a fine reputation. Crisp and dry

with grapey aroma, intense zesty citrus fruit and wonderful mineral complexity. Superb

seafood wine that is attracting great press interest.

39.00

21. France POUILLY-FUMÉ DOMAINE THIBAULT, ANDRE DEZAT 2017

This estate combines the best of modern vinification techniques with the knowledge of 5

generations. This experience gives a wine with excellent fruit and classic flintiness from some

of the best vineyards in Pouilly.

45.00

22. Chile NOSTROS GRAN RESERVA CHARDONNAY, CASABLANCA VALLEY 2016

The cool Casablanca Valley allows winds from the nearby ocean to create superb growing

conditions for white grapes, particularly the elegant Chardonnay. This example has been

barrel fermented to give a richer, toastier style but with vibrantly zesty citrus fruit still

providing the backbone.

32.00

23. New Zealand KUMEU RIVER PINOT GRIS, AUCKLAND, 2016

A complex and interesting wine from one of New Zealand's best producers. Richly textured

with a floral nose of ripe pear fruit, the palate has luscious weight with a dry finish.

35.00

FULL BODIED COMPLEX WHITE WINE

24. South Africa BOUCHARD FINLAYSON 'MISSIONVALE' CHARDONNAY, WALKER BAY 2015

Complex and full with lime and melon flavours backed up with complex yeast and toasty

elements with good freshness.

59.00

25. France MEURSAULT VIEILLES VIGNES, BUISSON-CHARLES 2016

From five parcels of vines, a little from all over the village, this offers classic Meursault

aromas and flavours of apple, sweet blossom and nut, in a fatter, less racy style than

many. Fragrant and classically proportioned, with a mineral edge.

120.00

26. USA CUVAISON CHARDONNAY, CARNEROS, NAPA VALLEY 2015

Very much in the Burgundy tradition, even the winery's name is French! The fruit for this

wine is sourced from the cool climate of Carneros to the south of the region. Dry, intense

with buttery, nutty aromas and tropical fruit.

75.00

LIGHT EASY DRINKING REDS

27. Chile NOSTROS RESERVA PINOT NOIR, CASABLANCA VALLEY 2016

A light, fragrant red made from grapes grown in the cooler Casablanca region of Chile.

Bright, wild strawberry and raspberry fruits dominate a soft, supple palate which leads

through to a gentle, warming finish.

27.00

28. Spain RIOJA VEGA TEMPRANILLO, RIOJA 2017

A soft, fruity wine with plum and blackcurrant flavours, vibrant and juicy. This is a young

(joven) wine without any oak, made to be drunk in its youth to appreciate its lively fruit.

From a forward looking winery that has invested a lot of money in recent years.

22.00

29. South Africa

RUNNING DUCK SHIRAZ, STELLAR ORGANICS, WESTERN CAPE 2018

Hints of white pepper and sappy fruit flavours give this wine similarities to northern Rhône

Syrahs such as Crozes-Hermitage. A delicious red, it also ticks the boxes of being organic

and ethically traded

27.00

30. France CHÂTEAU BEL AIR, CLARET, BORDEAUX SUPÉRIEUR 2016

A typical claret nose of red and black berry fruits coupled with a note of spices. On the

palate more of the same with ripe silky tannins and a good fresh finish.

31.00

31. Italy CHIANTI DOCG, DUCA DI SASSETA 2017

Pure black cherry aromas, deliciously deep and juicy fruit on the

palate with some attractive bitter touches on the finish. Generous, supple and modern

style.

28.00

32.

France BEAUJOLAIS, JACQUES CHARLET 2017

This juicy and very drinkable Beaujolais comes from a well established vineyard owner

and merchant based in the Beaujolais region. White flower aromas are followed by

raspberry flavours in the mouth.

30.00

MEDIUM BODIED REDS

33. Argentina TANNERS MALBEC ARGENTINIAN MALBEC, MENDOZA 2018



25.00

34 Chile LADERA VERDE CABERNET SAUVIGNON, VALLE CENTRAL 2017

A dash of Merlot rounds out the ripe, structured Cabernet in this delicious, fruity red

created in Chile’s Central Valley. Medium-bodied with a rich feel to it, this is an easy-

drinking, very approachable style that will satisfy with or without food.

23.00


Packed full of rich Southern French sunshine, this silky red is bursting with ripe

plummy fruit, hints of dark chocolate and a lick of spice on the finish

22.00

36. Spain SMART DOG TRINCADEIRA/SYRAH, ALENTEJO, J P RAMOS 2018

João Portugal Ramos is at the forefront of the modern Portuguese revolution.

We can see why, with this fragrant creation of lavender, chocolate and spice

box,with a fruit-filled palate and ripe tannins

Chile

27.00

37. Portugal TANNERS, DOURO 2017

Lovely juicy black fruit character with herbs and peppery hints on the palate.

Plenty of depth, complete and easy. A fine example of what the Douro can do.

28.00

38. Spain PRADO REY TINTO ROBLE, RIBERA DEL DUERO, SPAIN 2016

Packed full of crunchy black fruit flavours, this characterful wine is a blend of

Tempranillo with small amounts of Merlot and Cabernet. Lots of body with ripe

tannins and a long finish. 95% Tempranillo, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Merlot

34.00

39. Portugal GANDARADA, DÃO TINTO 2016

Attractive red and blackcurrant fruit on the palate with hints of prunes and herbs.

Well balanced tannins and good length.

40.00

40. S. Africa DORAN VINEYARDS PINOTAGE, VOOR PAARDEBERG 2016

An elegant, concentrated Pinotage with good ripe fruit and plenty of raspberry

flavours. Spain

36.00

41. Argentina GOUGUENHEIM SYRAH, VALLE ESCONDIDO, MENDOZA 2016

Elegant and fresh, with a little menthol over pure blackberry and cassis fruit. Lovely

supple quality and a hint of liquorice on the finish.

28.00

42. Italy CANTELE PRIMITIVO, IGT SALENTO 2016

Delicious ripe dark raspberry and mulberry fruit, lovely and soft with just a hint of

coffee.

34.00

43. Italy CEPPI STORICI, SURI BARBERA D'ASTI 2015

Full and fruity, fresh and generous, it exalts the typical characteristics of the Barbera.

Its sweet and soft tannins, lead to a soft and persistent finish.

29.00

https://www.tanners-wines.co.uk/wines/Pinotage

MEDIUM BODIED REDS (Cont’d)

44. France SAINT-ROMAIN, ALAIN GRAS 2016

Very pure, very classic Pinot Noir Burgundy from the hilltop village of Saint-Romain. Its

succulence makes for easy drinking on any occasion, but perhaps it's best with game, after

all Mr Gras is very keen on La Chasse!

62.00

45. Italy

CHIANTI CLASSICO DOCG, RIECINE 2015

Gorgeous sweet red fruits and stewed cherry on the nose are accompanied by a very

polished black berry character and a light acetic lift. More savoury on the palate with

flavours of sour cherries, bitter chocolate and a little spice. A charming small estate based

at Gaiole in one of the most mountainous parts of Chianti, they are experimenting with

Biodynamics as they strive to produce the very best wines they can.

53.00

46. France ARBOUSE, MASSIF D'UCHAUX CÔTES DU RHÔNE-VILLAGES 2017

Good rich fruit and silky texture with cherry and blackberry flavours and spicy length. A

classic Rhone wine, sporting finesse and structure. Truly sensational.

28.00

47. France FLEURIE LA MADONE 2016

Perfumed, aromatic and with a notable floral twist of violets. Silky and elegant throughout

the palate with an abundance of blackcurrant and red berry fruits.

34.00

48. Italy

SESTI ROSSO DI MONTALCINO DOC, CASTELLO DI ARGIANO 2015

This has lovely fruit on the nose, cherries and red berries. Aged for 18 months in oak it has

good tannins and rounded fruit on the palate. Essentially a junior Brunello di Montalcino.

58.00

49. France CHATEAU SEMONLON, HAUT- MEDOC 2015

A favourite estate which always makes a very correct wine with supple blackcurrant fruit

and well-balanced oak. There is a tower in the vineyards which gives wonderful views

across the Gironde.

35.00

50. New Zealand ALAN MCCORKINDALE PINOT NOIR, WAIPARA VALLEY 2014

A soft and fruity Pinot with excellent red fruit flavours backed up with polished and

balanced oak. Alan McCorkindale makes traditional, French influenced wines in the

Waipara Valley near Canterbury.

69.00

FULL BODIED COMPLEX REDS

51 Chile

SANTA EMA CARMENÈRE RESERVA CACHAPOAL 2017

Packed with rich, ripe blackberry and blueberry fruits, laced with black pepper, spice, tobacco

and chocolate. This cracking barrel-aged Carmenère is well-balanced with superb weight and

offers excellent value for money.

35.00

52. California WENTE 'BEYER RANCH' ZINFANDEL, SAN FRANCISCO BAY, 2015

Classically fruity Zinfandel with aromas of plums with hints of rasberry and blueberry. It is

well-balanced on the palate with good acidity and delicious toasty oak which give under-lying

structure to the excellent fruit.

39.00

53. Italy CANTELE NEGROAMARO, SALENTO IGP 2016

Soft and juicy with some succulent dark fruit character. Good berry fruit on the nose with a

little dry earth. Big and juicy on the palate, lots of blue fruits and really intense blackcurrant

pastilles ahead of a softly bitter finish.

29.00

54. South Africa RAATS “DOLOMITE” CABERNET FRANC, STELLENBOSCH 2015

This elegant Cabernet Franc shows the stunning heights this grape can attain! It combines a

core of luscious blackberry, black cherry, and plum with expressive notes of cinnamon, tobacco,

coffee, and spice. Silky tannins and hints of dark chocolate and a great minerality.

34.00

55. France CHÂTEAU COURAC, LAUDUN CÔTES DU RHÔNE-VILLAGES 2015

Meaty, bloody iron-like mineral notes, lovely smoky bacon and ample wild berry fruit. This

super Laudun offers up great richness and sweetness on the palate, balanced by some savoury

bitter elements and typically spicy peppery notes on the finish.

33.00

56. Spain VIÑA REAL ORO RESERVA, RIOJA, CVNE 2013

The winemaking here is ably controlled by Jesus Madrazo who shows a skilled

touch, especially with this Reserva. The flavours are of ripe strawberry overlaid

with typical vanilla oak from the 4 years in barrel. Floral and mature.

55.00

FULL BODIED REDS (Cont’d)

57. Argentina GOUGUENHEIM, FLORES DEL VALLEE BLUE MOUNTAIN MELOSA MALBEC,

VALLE ESCONDIDO, MENDOZA 2014

A rich dark wine, with red and black fruit character on the nose and palate, a delicious

creamy vanilla spice character and a lovely lifted finish. It is very well balanced with good

length.

39.00

58. Australia MITCHELL PEPPERTREE VINEYARD SHIRAZ, CLARE VALLEY 2014

Jane and Andrew Mitchell strive to capture the beauty and elegance of the Clare

Valley in all their wines. A perennial favourite, this Shiraz is a big, spicy, chocolaty

mouthful and always hits the spot.

42.00

59. South

Africa

MEERLUST RUBICON, STELLENBOSCH 2015

Very deep, youthful colour, and intense almost purple hue. Very classic Rubicon nose with

violets, ripe plum, cedar wood and intense spiciness.. The palate is full bodied, structured

but packed with fresh dark fruit and rounded tannins. 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19%

Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot

65.00

60. Lebanon MASSAYA GOLD RESERVE, BEKAA VALLEY 2011

Intensely purple in colour this wine has gentle oak/vanilla on the nose with powerful black

berry aromas. In the mouth it is rich and complex with layered, ripe fruit flavours.

85.00

61. France POMEROL, JEAN-PIERRE MOUEIX 2015

J-P Moueix has access to many superb wines in Pomerol, both from its own properties and

those that it manages or markets. This has lovely plummy fruit, is soft and concentrated,

but also long and elegant.

65.00

62. France CHÂTEAU PIPEAU, GRAND CRU SAINT-EMILION 2015

This is a property that has attracted considerable favourable coverage recently for its

powerful, full wines. There is a large amount of new oak used but this supports and

complements the concentrated fruit. Big, rich and long.

70.00

https://www.tanners-wines.co.uk/wines/bordeaux-wines?sub_area=Pomerol

ROSÉ

63. Spain LES OLIVIERS GRENACHE CINSAULT ROSÉ, IGP PAYS D’OC 2016

Pale salmon pink in the glass with delicate aromas of meadow flowers. This

luscious blend has abundant rich berry flavours from the Grenache and a

satisfying tang from the Cinsault. Dry but with a noticeable roundness and fresh

finish.

£5.09

23.00

64. France MAISON WILLIAMS CHASE ROSÉ, CÔTES DE PROVENCE 2017

The Maison Williams Chase (The man who started Tyrrills Crisps!)Rosé is a

beautiful pale shade of pink. Bone dry, the wine boasts affluent stone fruit

aromas of peaches and apricots, followed by a refreshing note of grapefruit

alongside a backdrop of savoury Provençal herbs.

35.00

65. France JEAN BALMONT CABERNET FRANC ROSE 2018




22.00

67. Italy GOUGUENHEIM MALBEC BUBBLES, SPARKELING ROSE EXTRA

BRUT, MENDOZA


strawberries, bright cherries with a lovely fresh juiciness on the palate, beautiful

balance and tiny bubbles.

32.00

CHAMPAGNES AND SPARKLING WINES The Champagne region of France lies to the east of Paris, in the Marne Valley. The vineyards are strictly defined by French law and

are found mostly south of Rheims, around Epernay. Surprisingly, Champagne can be made from red as well as white grapes. Each

House produces a wine with a style and character of its own. A delicious alternative to Champagne, sparkling wines are made by a

variety of methods - Méthode Traditionnelle being the best, of course, as it follows the same process as that for Champagne.

SPARKLING 66 France CRÉMANT D' ALSACE BLANC DE BLANCS BRUT, DOPFF & IRION

Creamy and not at all aggressive like some Zero dosage wines can be.

Pretty almost floral hints, fresh and lively in the mouth with a clean fresh

finish. From a small, five hectare biodynamic estate.

35.00

67. Argentina GOUGUENHEIM MALBEC BUBBLES, SPARKELING ROSE EXTRA

BRUT, MENDOZA


strawberries, bright cherries with a lovely fresh juiciness on the palate,

beautiful balance and tiny bubbles.

29.00

68.

69

Italy

New Zealand

PROSECCO DI MARIA SPUMANTE

Delicately fruity, slightly aromatic bouquet. Nicely balanced with a light

body. Peachy, mango fruit and a delicious melon finish.

PELORUS BRUT, CLOUDY BAY

Pelorus is the sparkling wine of Cloudy Bay and is made by the champagne

method. It is full, fruity and finely balanced with a deliciously creamy

mousse.

29.00

Small bot 200ml 9.95

59.00

CHAMPAGNE

70. France TANNERS BRUT EXTRA RESERVE.

Specially selected for and by our wine merchant. A most attractive drink with excellent


65.00

Half bot 35.00

71. France POL ROGER BRUT RÉSERVE France

From a family-owned firm established over 150 years ago with 175 acres of prime

vineyards around Epernay. An elegant champagne with aromas of brioche. Dry with

apples and minerals, finesse and poise on the palate.

90.00

72. France VEUVE CLIQUOT, BRUT YELLOW LABEL 48.00

Full flavoured and toasty - for those who prefer a Champagne with body

85.00

73

France

PINK CHAMPAGNE

MICHEL ARNOULD BRUT ROSÉ, GRAND CRU À VERZENAY

This has an attractive colour with typical Pinot fruit on the nose - hints of red fruit

and cherries. In the mouth the mousse is fine with lovely richness and acidity.

75.00

HALF BOTTLES WHITE

101. France MUSCADET DE SEVRE-ET-MAINE SUR LIE,

DOMAINE FIEF DE LA BRIE, LOIRE 2017

With 6 months contact with its yeasty sediment-lees, this is a fuller

flavoured, attractive wine with crisp acidity. Excellent with fish.

13.95

102. Chile LADERA VERDE SAUVIGNON BLANC, VALLE CENTRAL 2017

Crisp and fresh with limey fruit, a hint of herbs and a twist of melon.

Typically dependable and friendly, and an excellent introduction to Chile.

11.95

103. Portugal TONS DE DOURUM, DOURO 2017

Intense tropical and citrus fruit aromas, intertwined with floral and mineral

notes. Tropical and citrus flavours with a mineral streak on the beautifully

refreshing palate. Well-structured with a long finish..

13.50

104. France CHABLIS 1ER CRU FOURCHAUME, LES VALERY 2016

A classical, text book Chablis with crisp, mineral flavours, good acidity and

ripe Chardonnay fruit. No oak influence

35.00


Made from Romania's most widely planted variety, Feteasca Regala, this is

a light-bodied, aromatic, fruity white with peach, apricot and Pink Lady

apple flavours finished off with soft, fresh acidity. Romania is not famous for

its wine but after trying this I think you will agree that they have produced a

fantastic white wine!


7.

15.

Italy

New Zealand

BELLA MODELLA, PINOT GRIGIO 2016 Half litre carafe Gavi la Battistina 2007 £6.55

Absolutely delicious Italian white with a fine, floral perfume and lithe, succulent body that

perfectly flaunts the juicy, crisp flavours of melon, lychee and pear. Finishes clean and fresh-

what’s not to like!

WAVERIDER, SAUVIGNON BLANC, MARLBOROUGH 2017 Half litre carafe

Waverider Sauvignon Blanc is a great example of Sauvignon Blanc fruit from

Marlborough. Packed full of zesty tropical fruit balanced with a lemon and passion-fruit

finish, this wine is well balanced and very easy drinking

Gavi la Battistina 2007£6

17.00

19.00

RED 110. France TANNERS CLARET, BORDEAUX 9.50

A delicious red wine with lots of fruit. Very easy drinking. Many accolades

13.95

111. Chile LADERA VERDE MERLOT, VALLE CENTRAL 2018

This has lovely plummy Merlot fruit with a ripeness that is so typical of Chile.

Easy and very drinkable. This is a pleasing wine for current drinking.

10.95

112. Spain RIOJA VEGA CRIANZA, RIOJA 2015

The winery at Rioja Vega was overhauled in 2001 and their wines have

surged forward. From Tempranillo with a little Mazuelo and Garnacha, this

smooth, soft, richly-fruited red, has spice and vanilla from American oak.

15.50

113 France CROZES HERMITAGE CLASSIQUE, CAVE DES CLAIRMONTS 2017

From the Northern Rhone, this pure Syrah has bags of jammy fruit balanced

with rich spice and liquorice

22.00

28. Spain RIOJA VEGA TEMPRANILLO, RIOJA 2016

A soft, fruity wine with plum and blackcurrant flavours, vibrant and juicy.

This is a young (joven) wine without any oak, made to be drunk in its youth to

appreciate its lively fruit.



Packed full of rich Southern French sunshine, this silky red is bursting with

ripe plummy fruit,hints of dark chocolate and a lick of spice on the finish


HALF BOTTLES (Cont’d)

RED

TANNERS MALBEC, MENDOZA Half litre carafe 19.00



ROSÉ 65. France JEAN BALMONT CABERNET FRANC ROSE 2016





CHAMPAGNE

116. France TANNERS BRUT EXTRA RESERVE

Specially selected for, and by, our wine merchant. A most attractive drink with excellent


35.00

DESSERT WINES

117. France

MUSCAT DE SAINT-JEAN-DE- MINERVOIS,

LES VIGNERONS DE LA MEDITERRANÉE

From the tiny Southern French village of Saint Jean de Minervois, an unmistakable

Muscat. Think of the ripest bunch of raisined grapes squeezed into your glass;

deliciously sweet, but not cloying with a kick of lemony acidity.

18.00

Glass 125ml 5.95

118. Spain PRÍNCIPE DE VIANA VENDIMIA TARDIA (LATE HARVEST) CHARDONNAY,

NAVARRA 2013 - 50CL

Complex and inviting wine with fresh citrus flavours combining with figs, vanilla and

spices.

35.00

12/03/19

33. Portugal

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