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Page 1: by Steven Edwards - Microsoft · Coopers Creek SV Bell Ringer Albarino, Gisborne 2015 £38 Gisborne, New Zealand, 100% Albariño New Zealand’s first Albariño is an exuberant, zesty

by Steven Edwards

Page 2: by Steven Edwards - Microsoft · Coopers Creek SV Bell Ringer Albarino, Gisborne 2015 £38 Gisborne, New Zealand, 100% Albariño New Zealand’s first Albariño is an exuberant, zesty

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Aperol £5

Blackdown Silver Birch Vermouth £5

Campari £5

Disaranno Amaretto £5

Lazzaroni Amaretto £5

Punt E Mes £5

Chase Elderflower Liqueur £5

Cocchi Americano £6

Cocchi Vermouth di Torino £6

Cointreau £6

Fernet Branca £6

Benedictine £7

Galliano l’Auntentico £7

Maraschino Luxardo £7

Green Chartreuse £8

La Fee Parisienne Absinthe £10

Negroni £10Blackdown Gin, Campari & Cocchi Vermouth di Torino finished with seasonal fruit.

Adonis £10An exhilarating start to your journey; a blend of Manzanilla sherry, sweet vermouth and aromatic bitters.

Pining for Steve £10Aperitif inspired by joint owner Steve Barrey. A refreshing spin on gin & tonic using Sussex Chilgrove gin, tonic & pine.

‘etchpresso’ Martini £10a great way to end your journey, our take on the classic but with the addition of sesame and honey.

Specials available on request.

Page 3: by Steven Edwards - Microsoft · Coopers Creek SV Bell Ringer Albarino, Gisborne 2015 £38 Gisborne, New Zealand, 100% Albariño New Zealand’s first Albariño is an exuberant, zesty

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Havana Club 3 Year Old £5

Koko Kanu Rum £5

Flor De Cana 4 Year Old White Rum £6

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El Dorado 12 Year Old £6

Monkey Shoulder £7

Bushmills Malt 10 Year Old £8

Rittenhouse 100 Rye £8

Woodford Reserve £8

Dalmore 12 Year Old £9

Suntory Hibiki Harmony £11

Haymans Old Tom Gin £7

Blackdown Sussex Dry Gin £8

Chilgrove Gin £8

Brighton Gin £9

Chase Elegant Gin £10

Williams Pink Grapefruit Gin £10

Ocho Blanco Tequila £7

Ocho Reposado Tequila £7

Patron XO Café £7

Xanté £7

ABA Pisco £7

Boulard Grand Solage Calvados, Pays d’Auge £7

Hennessey Fine de Cognac £8

Page 4: by Steven Edwards - Microsoft · Coopers Creek SV Bell Ringer Albarino, Gisborne 2015 £38 Gisborne, New Zealand, 100% Albariño New Zealand’s first Albariño is an exuberant, zesty

Picpoul de Pinet Beauvignac 2015 £29Languedoc Roussillon, France – 1005 PicpoulElegant aromas of citrus, pear and white flowers and a crisp, mineral palate ideally suited to seafood.

Sancerre La Croix du Roy 2014 £54Loire Valley, France 100% Sauvignon BlancNotes of citrus fruits, blossom, peach and pear on the nose. Nice pure entry, fruity and crisp on the palate. Good length and classic mineral flavours.

Vinho Verde Anjos de Portugal, Quinta da Lixa 2015 £26Minho, Portugal – Blend of grapes Loureiro, Arinto, Trajadura, Avesso and AzalA fine modern Vinho Verde, with aromas of apple and grapefruit alongside herbal notes. The palate is medium-bodied and refreshing, with the classic touch of spritz.

Pinot Gris 2015 Signature, Mure £40Alsace, France, 100% Pinot GrisRichly dry, with enticing flavours of spiced pear, clean citrusy balance and a good positive finish.

Chablis 2015, Jean-Marc Brocard £47Burgundy, France, 100% ChardonnayThe nose is precise, pure and mineral, with additional notes of citrus. The palate is classic Chablis: structured, crisp and delicious, with flavours echoing the nose.

Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 2015 £65Burgundy, France, 100% ChardonnaySpicy notes with flint and citrus fruit aromas on the nose, followed by a subtle palate showing beautiful minerality and notes of lemon.

Saint-Aubin 1er Cru En Montceau, Marc Colin 2013 £85Burgundy, France, 100% ChardonnayColin is a fabulous Burgundian producer with his hallmark finesse, concentration and vineyard expression.

Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Embrazées 2014 £132Burgundy, France, 100% ChardonnayThis vineyard gives a refined, focused style of Chassagne; medium-bodied, with green apple fruit and aromas of hazelnut and green tea, finishing with true premier cru power, yet sleek and linear.

English Breakfast £5

Classic Earl Grey £5

Jasmine Pearls £5

Jade Tips £5

Canton Karma £5

Moroccan Mint £5

Americano £5

Cappuccino £5

Espresso £5

Latte £5

Belu Sparkling Water £4

Belu Still Water £4

South Down Still Water £4

South Downs Sparkling £4

Badoit Still £4

Badoit Sparkling £4

A selection of Canton Teas served with petite fours

Page 5: by Steven Edwards - Microsoft · Coopers Creek SV Bell Ringer Albarino, Gisborne 2015 £38 Gisborne, New Zealand, 100% Albariño New Zealand’s first Albariño is an exuberant, zesty

Muscadet sur Lie Carte d’Or 2015 £33Sèvre-et-Maine, Loire Valley, France, 100% Melon de BourgogneBright aromas of apple and lemon peel with some minerality. Crisp, dry palate with intense fruit flavours.

Pouilly-Fumé Les Chailloux 2015 £47Loire Valley, France, 100% Sauvignon BlancA lively, intense nose of green fruit, then focused minerally notes on the palate backed up by zippy citrus and some spice and mint flavours.

Château Jolys 2013 Jurancon Sec £36France, 60% Petit Manseng, 40% Gros MansengA brilliant juxtaposition of luscious apricot and peach fruit against incisive grapefruit and mandarin notes, this wine is bone dry yet shows real richness of fruit. Concentrated, distinctive and utterly delicious.

White Rabbit Riesling 2015 £31Rhein, Germany, 100% RieslingA multifaceted Riesling, versatile with or without food. Redolent of grass and herbs; here and there, a whiff of white blossoms and tropical fruit. Balanced and beautifully refreshing.

Zero-G Gruner Veltliner 2016 £34Wagram, Austria, 100% Grüner VeltlinerLight in body yet intensely flavoured, this Grüner Veltliner offers the typical white pepper and crisp green fruit aromas of the variety, allied to a creamy texture particular to Wagram region. The balance is really satisfying, the wine refreshing from start to finish

Gruner Veltliner Kamptaler Terrassen 2015 £50Kamptal, Austria, 100% Gruner VeltlinerFrom the terraced slopes for which Kamptal is famous, this is a savoury, serious style, with extra layers of spice and concentration. Impressive stuff.

Dry Furmint, Sauska 2015 £29Tokaj, Hungary, 100% FurmintA captivating expression of Hungary’s most famous white grape variety, this Furmint offers intense aromas of peach, blood orange and herbs. The palate is dry, with a satisfying fullness in the middle, leading to a crisp grapefruity finish.

Conde de Valdemar Rioja Blanco 2015 £38Spain, 100% ViuraA successful blend of modern fruit and traditional oak ageing: lemony, smoke- and vanilla-scented, with subtle aromas of peaches and apricot, and beautifully balanced.

Casa Bonita Sauvignon Blanc 2015 £25La Mancha, Spain, 85% Sauvignon Blanc, 15% VerdejoA zesty aroma of lime and cut grass leads to a crisp, punchy palate full of Sauvignon fruit. A little touch of Verdejo brings a uniquely Spanish twist to this beautiful Casa Bonita wine.

Pinot Bianco, Tenuta J Hofstatter 2015 £41Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy, 100% Pinot BiancoLight but with ever lasting citrusy flavours from the Italian area famed for its light and floral styles

Joseph Gewurztraminer, Tenuta J Hofstatter 2015 £51Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy, 100% GewurztraminerWith floral notes and some apricot undertones this wonderful Gewurtz is one of the best expressions you can find.

Gavi di Gavi La Meirana 2015 £40Piedmont, Italy, 100% CorteseGreat texture and precision, with distinctive greengage and almond notes on the palate. Fresh and dry, this is particularly characterful Gavi.

Feudo Arancio Grillo, Sicilia 2015 £28Sicily, Italy, 100% GrilloBeautifully fresh this ever growing grape variety is great with fish and lighter dishes.

Castel Firmian Pinot Grigio 2016 £31Trentino, Italy, 100% Pinot GrigioVery clean, nicely balanced Pinot Grigio, with a gentle floral aroma, good medium weight in the mouth, and a refreshing finish.

Roycello, Salento Fiano, Tormaresca 2015 £38Puglia, Italy, 100% FianoThis Fiano offers a delicate aroma of herbs, hay and stone fruit; the palate is dry yet with a certain richness of texture, and an elegant, almost salty finish.

Page 6: by Steven Edwards - Microsoft · Coopers Creek SV Bell Ringer Albarino, Gisborne 2015 £38 Gisborne, New Zealand, 100% Albariño New Zealand’s first Albariño is an exuberant, zesty

Vermentino di Bolgheri 2015 £48Bolghieri DOC, Italy, 100% VermentinoThis shows the combination of crispness and breadth that marks Vermentino, with engaging citrus flavours and a long mineral finish.

Pecorino, Fattoria La Valentina 2016 £40Abruzzi, Italy 100% PecorinoA pure yet lively aroma, with mineral and lime leaf notes, leads to an immediately charming palate that is both delicate and persistent, with great balance between body, freshness and exotic fruit flavours.

Finca La Colonia Torrontés 2016, Bodega Norton £27Argentina 100% TorrontesA sophisticated, dry, elegant rendition of this aromatic grape variety, combining minerality with white peach and floral notes such as rose and jasmine.

Deakin Estate Riesling 2016 £28Victoria, Australia, 100% RieslingA crisp, dry Riesling, with characteristic lemon aromas and a touch of floral complexity. Light-bodied yet full of personality, this wine is a versatile match for food.

Founders Block Chardonnay, Katnook Estate 2014 £38South Australia, Australia, 100% ChardonnayThis stylish Chardonnay offers subtle peach and nectarine aromas offset by some grapefruit zing and a touch of toast. The palate blends vibrant fruit flavours with an appealing creaminess, finishing on citrus.

Sauvignon Blanc Buitenverwachting 2016 £30Constantia, South Africa, 100% Sauvignon BlancA pale lemon-coloured wine with a bouqet reminiscent of green figs with hints of gooseberries and green peppers. Dry and full-bodied with a long, lingering finish.

Wooded Chenin Blanc Kanu 2015 £36Stellenbosch, South Africa, 100% Chenin BlancBig, full-bodied Chenin, combining ripe peach and apricot fruit with the honey and spice of barrel fermentation, and cut with a green apple freshness.

Carneros Chardonnay Saintsbury 2013 £65California, United States, 100% ChardonnayA lithe, expressive California Chardonnay, with tropical and citrus fruit backed up with a hint of barrel-derived spice. Vibrant yet structured on the palate, made in an elegant, food-friendly style.

Coopers Creek SV Bell Ringer Albarino, Gisborne 2015 £38Gisborne, New Zealand, 100% AlbariñoNew Zealand’s first Albariño is an exuberant, zesty affair, brimming with white peach and melon fruit, reined in by the grape’s typical citrus/mineral character.

The Pointer Pinot Gris Coopers Creek 2015 £38Marlborough, New Zealand, 100% Pinot GrisThis Pinot Gris stands out for its fulsome spicy pear flavours, really capturing the essence of the variety. The palate is richly textured but never heavy, with finesse balancing the weight.

Mahi Boundary Farm Sauvignon Blanc 2014 £44Marlborough, New Zealand, 100% Sauvignon BlancFresh, delicate Kiwi Sauvignon with a herbaceous citrusy palate that has finesse and length worthy of a premium Sancerre.

Petit Chablis 2015, Domaine Hamelin £40Burgundy, France, 100% ChardonnaySubtle notes of white flowers and green apple on the nose; the palate is elegant and fruity with a touch of steely minerality.

Pouilly-Fuissé Clos Reyssié 2012, Domaine Chatelain £55Burgundy, France, 100% ChardonnayThis wine is vibrant and generous with apple and melon fruit, a creamy mid-palate texture, and a poised, mineral finish.

Arbois Chardonnay “Harmonie”, Domaine Rolet 2011 £51Jura, France, 100% ChardonnayThis distinctively tangy, lively Chardonnay is delicate on first sniff, but has great underlying concentration. Understated creamy stone fruit meets chalky minerality on the beautifully balanced palate.

Meursault Vieilles Vignes 2014, Vincent Giradin £104Burgundy, France, 100% ChardonnayA classic, taut Meursault offering aromas of roasted almonds, white flowers and mineral notes. The fresh, pure structure conceals impressive weight and concentration.

Page 7: by Steven Edwards - Microsoft · Coopers Creek SV Bell Ringer Albarino, Gisborne 2015 £38 Gisborne, New Zealand, 100% Albariño New Zealand’s first Albariño is an exuberant, zesty

Bourgogne Pinot Noir Prestige, Henri de Villamont 2014 £46Burgundy, France, 100% Pinot NoirHenri de Villamont’s “junior” red burgundy is in fact a rather sophisticated affair, showing real depth of fruit and a fine silky texture. The balance between berry-floral flavour, medium-bodied structure and gentle oak is absolutely spot-on.

Cloof Pinotage 2011 £32Darling, South Africa, 100% PinotageThe bold, concentrated flavours of this wine are directly attributable to the tiny yield of mature bush vines growing under extreme conditions. Richly textured with notes of smoke, blackberry, plum with some spiciness and elegant oaky notes.

Prunus Dao Tinto (red) 2014 £26Dão, Portugal, 60% Jaen, 10% Tinta Roriz, 5% Alfocheiro Preto, 25% othersLightly oaked and perfectly balanced, with a silky texture and crisp edge. The nose is cram-packed with mulberries, blackberries and anise. On the palate black cherry and raspberry fruit tones with creamy and chocolaty oak flavours.

Pinot Noir Les Parcs, Guy Allion 2015 £35Loire, France, 100% Pinot NoirStrawberry-fruited and creamy-textured, this is a joyously ripe, juicy Pinot with a good deal of cool-climate finesse.

Château Haut Monplaisir Tradition 2014 £35South west, France, 100% MalbecThis wine shows the classic Malbec characteristics: deep plum and berry aromas, with some leafy brightness, and a rich, appetising palate that blends fruit with mineral and tobacco notes.

Château Montaiguillon 2012 £47Montagne-Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, France - 78% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 2% Cabernet SauvignonAn expressive nose of roasted plums, dried herbs and fresh earthy notes leads to a medium-full, currant-infused palate of both breadth and focus.

Château Cos Labory, St Estephe 2010 £113Bordeaux, France, 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 5% Cabernet FrancA great success of the vintage, this complex Cos Labory has a very scented, exotic nose, with vivid liqueur-style fruit and flashes of jasmine and sandalwood. Flamboyant in the mouth, built to last with copious firm tannin, but real flair on the finish to.

Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2012, Domaine de Beaurenard £85Rhone Valley, France, 70% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre, 6% Cinsault, 4% othersAn immensely fruity nose, with spicy and balsamic notes, then great complexity on the palate: power, finesse, and an incredibly long, mineral-fresh finish.

Conde de Valdemar Rioja Reserva 2010 £44Spain, 85% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano and 5% GarnachaComplex aromas with subtle spicy notes and ripe black fruit touches, leading to a generous, intense palate full of plums, raisins and chocolate. Beautiful balance of fruit and oak, with a long, persistent finish.

Finca Nueva Rioja Crianza 2012 £38Rioja, Spain, 100% TempranilloA refined style of Crianza in which bright red berry and cassis fruit mingles with more mature notes of leather and spice, as well as creamy, toasty notes from the oak ageing. Dense, long and vibrant on the palate.

Casa Bonita Malbec 2015 £25La Mancha, Spain, 100% MalbecA rich purple colour and intense aromas of mulberry and plum lead to a smooth, powerful palate packed with fruit. Malbec’s typical violet notes bring a touch of elegance to this beautiful Casa Bonita wine.

Finca Antigua Petit Verdot 2013 £33La Mancha, Spain, 100% Petit VerdotCharacteristic aromas of blackberry, coriander and lilac mingle with pine bark and wet leaves. The palate has real life and presence, as well as particularly elegant balance for this grape variety.

Barolo 2013, Prunotto £90Piedmont, Italy, 100% NebbioloComplex nose with notes of rose, strawberry and forest fruits. Delicately floral, perfumed yet persistent on the palate, this is Barolo at its best.

Feudo Arancio Syrah, Sicilia 2015 £28Sicily, Italy 100% SyrahSome lovely depth of character with a little spice and black cherry fruits. Easy to drink and surprisingly weighty.

Page 8: by Steven Edwards - Microsoft · Coopers Creek SV Bell Ringer Albarino, Gisborne 2015 £38 Gisborne, New Zealand, 100% Albariño New Zealand’s first Albariño is an exuberant, zesty

Campofiorin Rosso del Veronese IGT 2013 £38Veneto, Italy, 70% Corvina, 25% Rondinella, 5% MolinaraAttractive, aromatic nose dominated by cherries and spice. Well-balanced, full-bodied palate with notes of ripe red fruit, cherry liqueur and blueberries. Long after taste with hints of vanilla and cocoa.

Costasera Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2012 £90Veneto, Italy, 70% Corvina, 25% Rondinella, 5% MolinaraBright and intense on the nose with aromas of preserved cherries and dried plums together with hints of fruits of the forest and cinnamon. Good weight from the alcohol and structured on the palate, opening out to attractive aromas of cherries and vanilla.

Santa Cristina Chianti Superiore 2015 £36Tuscany, Italy, 95% Sangiovese, 5% MerlotA classic Chianti, offering aromas of red berry fruit, with vanilla and floral hints of violets. Flavoursome, medium-bodied palate, fresh in structure and with a delicious balance of fruit and savoury notes. Typical spicy sensations from the oak on the bar.

Brunello di Montalcino 2011, Poggio Antico £126Tuscany, Italy 100% SangioveseRich, complex, concentrated nose full of ripe red fruit flavours, hints of liquorice, spices and coffee beans. Elegant and harmonious palate.

Marchese Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva,Tenuta Tignanello 2013 £75Tuscany, Italy, 90% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet SauvignonBeautifully composed wine combining spicy hints of vanilla and cloves with pure cherry and blackcurrant fruit. The palate is full and silky, with great finesse and a rich, long finish.

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2014 £35Abruzzi, ItalyFirst-class peppery Montepulciano, with all the exuberant fruit and spicy character of the grape, plus an extra degree of refinement from this excellent producer.

Finca La Colonia Malbec 2016 £27Argentina 100% MalbecSweet and spicy aromas, reminiscent of black pepper. Ripe red fruit on the palate, smooth texture and a harmonious finish.

Malbec Finca Perdriel 2014 £36Argentina, 100% MalbecA ripe, succulent wine offering aromas of violets, spice and tobacco. A round, mouth-filling palate, flavours of berry fruit and a persistent finish.

Passo Doble (Malbec/Corvina) 2014 £35Tupungato, Argentina, 85% Malbec, 15% CorvinaFragrant and complex on the nose with ripe fruits-of-the-forest aromas enhanced by notes of cinnamon and vanilla. Up-front and powerful on the palate with hints of spice and cooked cherries followed by a long appetising finish.

Reserva Carmenere, Haras de Pirque 2016 £32Maipo, Chile, 85% Carmenère, 15% Cabernet SauvignonMint, graphite and lots of fresh fruit on the nose, especially black fruit and blueberries. The palate is spicy with rosemary and cinnamon notes, and a smooth, supple mouth-feel with good balance and concentration.

Merlot Casa Lapostolle 2014 £31Rapel Valley, Chile, 85% Merlot, 10% Carmenère, 4% Syrah, 1% Petit VerdotElegant, complex and aromatic on the nose, full of red fruit and sweet spices. Medium-bodied with an elegant, juicy mouth-feel; long and round on the finish.

Cuvée Alexandre Pinot Noir 2015 £42Casablanca Valley, Chile, 100% Pinot NoirIntense aromas of red berries and spices, with vanilla and rose complexity. Medium-bodied with a firm Pinot structure, this is long and aromatic in the mouth.

Founders Block Cabernet Sauvignon, Katnook Estate 2014 £38South Australia, Australia 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Intense blackcurrant and mint aromas mark this classic Coonawarra Cabernet, while the lush yet fine-grained palate offers abundant berry fruit alongside toasty, spicy complexity from the oak.

Allegory Pinot Noir, Western Australia 2014 £35Western Australia, Australia, 100% Pinot NoirThis beautiful Pinot Noir shows typical characteristics of red cherry, strawberry, earth and spice. The palate is medium-bodied and succulent, with forest floor complexity woven into the cherry fruit, and silky texture.

Neil Ellis Vineyard Selection Grenache 2013 £55Piekenierskloof, South Africa, 100% GrenacheBeautifully aromatic Grenache, with spicy, plummy aromas mingling with dried herbs. The palate is full-bodied but without any heaviness, showing exceptional balance and mid-palate sweetness, leading to the trademark clean, dry finish of Grenache.

Page 9: by Steven Edwards - Microsoft · Coopers Creek SV Bell Ringer Albarino, Gisborne 2015 £38 Gisborne, New Zealand, 100% Albariño New Zealand’s first Albariño is an exuberant, zesty

Firestone Syrah, Santa Ynez Valley 2013 £44California, United States, 100% SyrahPowerful yet poised, this aromatic Syrah has aromas of blackberry and black cherry along with grilled meat and nutmeg. The palate is full-bodied, rich, with a seam of freshness that brings the ripe fruit to life. Delicious, complex stuff.

Guenoc California Petite Sirah 2014 £35California, United States, 97% Petite Sirah, 3% other red varietiesGutsy, appetising wine with blueberry, rhubarb and vanilla on the nose. The palate is smooth and fruit-driven, but still with the robustness to partner hearty dishes.

Pinot Noir Sebastiani 2014 £51California, United States, 100% Pinot NoirFresh cherry and strawberry aromas jump from the glass with hints of camphor, vanilla and mocha. The texture is silky and elegant with intoxicating cherry and sandalwood flavours. Lingering coffee and spice continue on the palate along with a soft mouth-feel.

Zinfandel Sebastiani 2014 £36California, United States, 85% Zinfandel, 8% Malbec, 4% Syrah, 3% Petite SyrahThis Zinfandel displays inviting aromas of raspberry preserves, blackberry, and sweet spice. Dark, brambly berry flavours lead on the palate with hints of white pepper, and spice. More of a Claret style than a blockbuster, the smooth, soft tannins round off to give a long finish.

Radio-Coteau La Neblina Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 2013 £124California, United States, 100% Pinot NoirStrong red fruit character, fresh cranberry, red cherry, and tart strawberry are revealed by nose and palate, along with a directed minerality. The complexity of this wine continues to develop as pomegranate emerges.

Featherdrop Hill Pinot Noir 2015 £32Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, 100% Pinot NoirThis charming wine offers aromas of blackberry, raspberry, smoky oak and floral notes. Sweet ripe cherry and raspberry flavours complement the fine structure and subtle spicy oak. The finish is long and soft, with elegant raspberry fruit.

Julicher Estate 99 Rows Pinot Noir, Martinborough 2013 £55Martinborough, New Zealand, 100% Pinot NoirComplex and aromatic Pinot Noir with spicy, mineral aromas over berry fruit. Balanced and juicy on the palate, with real expression of place, and a long, vibrant finish.

Neil Ellis Cabernet/Merlot 2012 £35Stellenbosch, South Africa, 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 49% MerlotVibrant and aromatic, with cassis, plum and spice notes. Elegant and somewhat “European” in structure, with cedary complexity and a long refined finish.

Shiraz/Grenache Chapel Hill 2015 £40McLaren Vale, Australia, 100% ShirazClassic Shiraz aromas of blueberries, blackberries and cinnamon lead to a luscious yet lively palate that balances typical McLaren Vale fruit density with a floral-spicy lift.

Bourgogne Chardonnay Prestige, Henri de Villamont 2013 £46Burgundy, France, 100% ChardonnayRichly vibrant white burgundy, offering characteristic aromas of red apple and grilled nuts, and a creamy texture on the palate cut with some citrus freshness. Lovely balance and length complete this fine expression of the Henri de Villamont style.

Chambolle-Musigny, Henri de Villamont 2010 £90Burgundy, France, 100% Pinot NoirA delightful, graceful Chambolle that combines succulent blueberry and redcurrant fruit with the appellation’s typical scent of jasmine and incense. Medium-bodied, with a fluid, silky texture, this is an elegant classic.

Gevrey-Chambertin Les Crais, Jean-Michel Guillon 2013 £112Burgundy, France, 100% Pinot NoirThis Gevrey shows really lifted, vibrant berry fruit on the nose, backed up by real presence and structure in the mouth. Full and velvety, it is very impressive village-level wine.

Fleurie Clos des Quatre Vents 2015 £39Burgundy, France, 100% GamayFull-bodied for Fleurie, with plenty of oomph to match the trademark floral character, and complex nuances, both savoury and fruity, on the palate.

Côtes-du-Rhône Saint-Esprit 2015 £29Rhone Valley, France, 90% Syrah, 10% GrenacheWith Syrah to the fore, this is full of berry fruit, violet, liquorice, and spices. It has a generous, rounded palate and a long, elegant finish.

Domaine Zédé 2012 £60Margaux 2nd wine of Ch. Labégorce-Zédé, Bordeaux, FranceFloral Margaux elegance is present on the nose here, and the palate shows an appetizing blend of black fruit and savoury spicy notes. Good concentration and a long, poised finish.

Villa des Quatre Soeurs, Margaux 2010 £60Bordeaux, France 55% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit VerdotA wonderfully decadent Margaux, with ripe fruit from old vines giving a vivid, seductive perfume of black fruit and violets, followed by a smooth, rounded palate lifted by the vintage’s fresh acidity.

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Chateau La Fleur d’Or 2013 375ml £38Sauternes, Bordeaux, France Semillon/Sauvignon blendAn immediately inviting nose, combining apricot fruit, creamy patisserie notes and a certain citrus brightness, leads to a sweet yet beautifully balanced palate. Luscious but never cloying.

Tokaji 5 Puttonyos, Sauska 2003 500ml £70Tokaj, Hungary, 100% FurmintAn exceptional Tokaji, opulently flavoured yet still so fresh and youthful, with aromas of fig, honey, dried peach, marmalade and caramel. Intense sweetness is balanced by brilliant citrusy acidity; the wine finishes tangy and whistle-clean.

Manzanilla Barbiana half bottle, B. Rodriguez La-Cave 375ml £25Sherry, Spain, 100% PalominoWonderful tangy Manzanilla with fresh aromas of green apple and nuts. The palate is light, very dry, yet concentrated and round, with the characteristic salty finish of this special zone within Jerez.

Amontillado Goyesco, B. Rodriguez La-Cave 750ml £35Sherry, Spain, 100% PalominoThis particularly refreshing Amontillado is pale amber in colour and offers aromas of dried fruit and roasted nuts. The palate combines Amontillado depth with Manzanilla tang, reflecting the particular origins of the wine and creating a delicious, finely balanced finish.

Ferreira Quinta do Porto 10 Year Old Tawny 750ml £55Portugal blend of grapes Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Cão, Tinta AmarelaThe nose is characterised by an excellent balance between the floral and ripe fruit aromas of the grapes themselves and the spicy, dry fruit aromas of long ageing in barrel. The palate shows the classic, fresh Ferreira style, achieving a fine balance and chocolate cherry velvet finish.

Ferreira Quinta da Leda 1999 750ml £125Portugal – blend of grapes Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinta RorizMature port from Ferreira’s flagship vineyard: the original blueberry fruit is now enhanced by savoury notes of leather and tobacco, and the texture has acquired the smoothness that comes with bottle-age.

Please note, Sherry is not a sweet wine Bolney Bubbly £35A simple, light and refreshing English sparkling wine. Very easy to drink with a charming elderflower creaminess.

Ridgeview Cavendish £45A rich golden colour with exceptionally fine bubbles. The nose is expressive with hints of red fruits. The Pinot dominance brings depth and complexity to the palate with a long-lasting finish, whilst the Chardonnay adds finesse and freshness.

Nyetimber Demi Sec £50Light golden hues and a slight silver undertone illuminate this delicately effervescent wine.  Aromas of pure lemon, mineral and honey tones and a hint of tangerine fill the nose. The palate has a lively sweet lemon start set off by a crisp acidity and a very clean, pure structure. The finish is minerally and citrus filled.

Nyetimber Classic Cuvee £55Lovely pale gold and gentle, fine bubbles. Toasty, spicy and complex aromas showing wonderful development after more than three years on lees in our cellar. The palate supports these complex aromas with honey, almond, pastry and baked apple flavours. Very fine and elegant with a great combination of intensity, delicacy and length.

Nyetimber Blanc de Blanc £60Pale gold in colour with tiny, delicate bubbles. Floral and lime aromas lead on to rich notes of pastry and brioche. On the palate, fresh citrus flavours are balanced with an underlying minerality and a toasty intensity. Very fine and elegant with a long, complex finish.

Ridgeview Blanc de Noirs £65A delicate salmon colour with an abundance of fine bubbles. Chardonnay brings freshness and finesse, whilst the Pinots add the classic red fruits for which England is so acclaimed. A raspberry and redcurrant nose carries through to a fresh fruit-driven palate.

Nyetimber Rose £65A beautiful, sunset pink colour. Aromas include a charming mix of fresh red fruits along with intriguing spice notes of anise and lavender. The palate has a creamy, round texture with refreshing redcurrant, raspberry and cherry flavours. Suggestions of brioche lead into an elegant, silky finish.

Hoffman & Rathbone Classic Cuvee £90Skilfully blended from the three classic grapes – Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier – and aged 34 months.

Nyetimber Tillington £110The wine is pale gold in colour, with gentle, fine bubbles that fill the nose with aromas of redcurrant, wild raspberry and toast. On the palate, the wine shows great elegance and complexity, balancing rich notes of almond and brioche with a fine minerality and a long, persistent

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Cotes de Provence Rosé Carte Noire, Les Maitres £75Vignerons de St Tropez 2015, Provence, France, 90% Grenache, 10% CinsaultVery refined dry rosé, with an attractive floral aroma, redcurrant fruit, and excellent length in the mouth.

Château Montaiguillon 2012 £95Montagne-Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, France, 78% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 2% Cabernet SauvignonAn expressive nose of roasted plums, dried herbs and fresh earthy notes leads to a medium-full, currant-infused palate of both breadth and focus.

Chateauneuf-du-Pape Boisrenard 2009, Dom de Beaurenard £200Rhône, FranceFrom the oldest vines on the estate comes this dense, inky, hugely concentrated mouthful of blackberry fruit. Fresher than so many luxury cuvées, this is benchmark stuff, with notes of blueberries and oriental spices adding complexity.

Amarone Costasera Classico 2011, Masi £175Veneto, Italy, 70% Corvina, 25% Rondinella, 5% MolinaraBright and intense on the nose with aromas of preserved cherries and dried plums together with hints of fruits of the forest and cinnamon. Good weight from the alcohol and structured on the palate, opening out to attractive aromas of cherries and vanilla.

Château d’Angludet, Margaux 2007 £195Bordeaux, France, 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, 11% Petit VerdotWith 32 hectares under the watchful eye of Benjamin Sichel of famous repute. His wines have elegance with the concentration expected of well made Bordeaux.

Segla, Margaux 2008, Chateau Rauzan-Segla (half) £50Bordeaux, FranceThe Second wine of Rauzan-Segla, the prized 2nd Growth Margaux vineyard is Cabernet based, soft, elegant with nearly a decade of aging offering a sumptuous Claret from one of the best areas

Château Montaiguillon 2012 £25Montagne-Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, France, 78% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 2% Cabernet SauvignonAn expressive nose of roasted plums, dried herbs and fresh earthy notes leads to a medium-full, currant-infused palate of both breadth and focus.

Chablis 1er Cru Vau Ligneau 2014, Jean-Marc Brocard (half) £35Burgundy, France, 100% ChardonnayDelicate, expressive nose with green apple, citrus and lily aromas. Round yet elegant on the palate, with classic minerality and a dry finish.

Meursault Les Narvaux 2014, Vincent Girardin (Half) £55Burgundy, France, 100% ChardonnaySleek, powerful Meursault full of pear and white peach fruit intertwined with savoury, smoky notes and underpinned by mineral grip. Long and refined in the mouth.

Whispering Angel, Cotes de Provence Rose 2016 £55Provence, FranceThe palest of pale pinks, this delicate rosé offers a core of pretty stone fruit with some herbal notes. The palate is dry but smooth-textured, with an appetising mineral finish.

Cotes de Provence Rosé Carte Noire Magnum, Les Maitres £75Vignerons de St Tropez 2015, Provence, France, 90% Grenache, 10% CinsaultVery refined dry rosé, with an attractive floral aroma, redcurrant fruit, and excellent length in the mouth.

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