The Wine List
I have carefully selected all the wines on this list with the help of my wine merchant based in Edinburgh, l’Art du
Vin. Their focus is to supply quality wines from small, independent producers that are made with passion and
integrity whilst being true to environmental issues. Their wines are a true expression of their origin and fit with my
passionate approach to food.
Enjoy!
James Close
Please note that vintages may vary
After 16 generations this prestigious Champagne house is still run by the Philipponnat family. Based in Mareuil sur Ay in the heart of Champagne, their production is
tiny compared to well-known Grande Marques brands. Particularly known for its Pinot Noir production, Champagne Philipponnnat owns 17 hectares of Grands Crus
and Premiers Crus vineyards. They are also known for using a large amount of “Vins de Reserve” vinified in oak barrel which give their wines their trademark
structure and depth. Champagne Philipponnat is represented by many Michelin starred restaurants around the world.
100ml
Bottle
Magnum
1
Champagne Philipponnat, Brut, Royale Réserve, Mareuil sur Ay, 2008
12.00
70.00
150.00
Largely dominated by Pinot Noir (60%) with a little bit of Chardonnay and a smattering of Pinot Meunier, two third of
the grapes come from Grand Crus and Premiers Crus Vineyards. Disgorged in October 2011, this Champagne has a
wonderful structure and intensity whilst remaining fresh, zesty and elegant. Long mineral finish.
15
Champagne Philipponnat, Grand Blanc, Blanc de Blancs, Vintage 2005
95.00
Made exclusively from Premiers Crus and Grand Crus Vineyards, this 100% Chardonnay matured for at least 5 years is
displaying big, complex, creamy characters with hints of hazelnut, peach and brioche.
2
Champagne Philipponnat, Brut, Réserve Rosé, Mareuil sur Ay, 2007
75.00
Dry but fruity. Lovely red berries and strawberry characters with hints of candied citrus fruit characters. Dominated by
Pinot Noir, 24% of reserve wines were used to make this wine.
12
Clos des Goisses Champagne Philipponnat, Brut, 2000 (disgorged in October 2009)
From a single 5.5h South facing steep vineyard solely owned by the Philipponnat family, this is a blend dominated by
Pinot Noir. Small yields, careful oak ageing and long maturation make this exceptional Champagne very food friendly
We recently visited the Philipponnat
House and we were very fortunate to be
present when the harvest had just started.
We were simply in awe of how much work
is involved in producing high quality
Champagne. So much care is involved in
the vineyard and in the winery.
Being a family owned and run quality
producer, we felt Philipponnat had a
natural fit with what we are trying to
achieve at the Raby Hunt.
Philipponnat is a unique Champagne
which has very limited availability in the
UK, we hope you will enjoy it as much as
we do.
Helene and Russell Close
205.00
155.00
Wines by the Glass
175ml
500ml
Carafe
Bottle
White Wines
30
Villa Vieja Chenin Torrontes, La Agricola, Mendoza, Argentina, 2014
7.85
19.50
30.00
46
Sauvignon Blanc de Touraine, Fleur de Printemps, Loire, France, 2014
9.30
23.50
36.00
36
Vermentino, Poggio al Tufo, Tommasi, Tuscany, Italy, 2014
9.60
25.50
37.00
103
Oaked Chardonnay, Seven Springs, Hermanus, South Africa 2012
10.40
27.00
40.00
49
Pinot Blanc Auxerrois Tradition, Domaine Albert Mann, Alsace (Biodynamic) 2013
10.60
26.00
39.00
24
Dry Riesling Little Beauty, Waihopai Valley, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2011
11.80
32.00
44.00
105
Fendant, Les Deux Cimes, Jamie McCulloch, Valais, Switzerland, 2014
14.50
39.50
54.00
Red Wines
73
Garnacha Cabernet Merlot, Baltana Negre, Miquel Jané, Penedes, Spain, 2013
9.25
24.50
35.00
91
Gamay, Domaine Levin, Loire Valley, France (Organic) 2011
9.60
25.00
37.00
82
Velvet, Gerhard Pittnauer, Burgenland, Austria, NV, (Organic)
9.80
25.50
38.00
109
Corbieres Rouge Cuvée Classique, Château Ollieux Romanis, Languedoc, France, 2014
9.80
25.50
38.00
60
Seven Day Road Shiraz, Mudgee, Australia, 2013
9.95
26.00
39.00
84
Château Mille Roses, Haut Medoc, 2004
14.80
39.70
55.00
65
Pinot Noir Mahi, Marlborough, 2012/2013
14.80
39.70
55.00
7.50
19.00
29.00
Rosé
58
Cinsault Rosé, Le Paradou, South of France, 2014
Champagne and Sparkling Wine
100ml
Bottle
12.00
70.00
150.00
75.00
155.00
1
Champagne Philipponnat, Brut, Royale Réserve, Mareuil sur Ay, 2011
2
Champagne Philipponnat, Brut, Réserve Rosé, Mareuil sur Ay, 2008
3
Blanc de Blancs, Crémant de Bourgogne, Domaine Delagrange Brut N.V
This sparkling wine which is made with 100% Chardonnay grapes and using the traditional Champagne method is
outstanding value for money. Delicious, fresh, lingering honey and apple characters, good mousse
4
Organic Prosecco Lajara, Frizzante DOC, Piave, Italy N.V
Delicious sparkling wine from the North East of Italy. Very light mousse with ripe yellow fruit characters.
35.00
5
Henners, Vintage Brut, East Sussex, 2010
A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier made with the traditional method from this small but up and
coming English winery. Biscuity brioche on the nose, citrus and leesy characters on the palate and a complex finish.
70.00
6
Champagne Thienot, Brut, NV
This Champagne house is still run by its founder, Alain Thienot and produces elegant and accessible Champagnes
75.00
9
Champagne Thienot Rosé, N.V
A vinous, concentrated rosé, delivering cherry, nut, spice and butter flavours. This is creamy, yet firm and precise on the
long, chalklike finish. A mix of fruit and spice lingers.
80.00
7
Pol Roger Brut Reserve NV
Winston Churchill’s favourite Champagne. Pol Roger have some of the deepest and coolest cellars in Epernay, allowing
their maturing Champagnes to attain a delicate finesse. Tiny, long lasting bubbles and a crisp, refreshing palate
80.00
8
Pol Roger Brut Rich, Demi Sec NV
Wonderful honey characters balanced by good acidity and the usual trade mark elegance of Pol Roger make this
Champagne the ideal companion for dessert
75.00
15
Champagne Philipponnat, Grand Blanc, Blanc de Blancs, Vintage 2005
Made exclusively from Premiers Crus and Grand Crus Vineyards, this 100% Chardonnay matured for at least 5 years is
displaying big, complex, creamy characters with hints of hazelnut, peach and brioche.
95.00
Krug, Grande Cuvée, N.V
Indisputably the most majestic non-vintage cuvée, this is blended from 10 different vintages and 47 wines from 25 villages.
The palate is dominated by honey and nuts with graceful acidity and a long finish. Aged 5-7 years on the lees.
250.00
11
Bollinger Special Cuvée, NV
Bollinger is a classic Grande Marque with its trademark biscuit, opulent and rich style.
90.00
12
Clos des Goisses Champagne Philipponnat, Brut, 2000 (disgorged in October 2009)
From a single 5.5h South facing steep vineyard solely owned by the Philipponnat family, this is a blend dominated by
Pinot Noir. Small yields, careful oak ageing and long maturation make this exceptional Champagne very food friendly
205.00
10
7.90
42.00
Magnum
Sweet Wines
90ml
13
Maury Grenat, Domaine Lafage, 2013 50cl
A fortified red wine made with Grenache Noir, a great alternative to Port, more fruity and not as powerful. Packed
with up front jammy black fruits with hints of Christmas spices, this wine is simply luscious, ideal match to dark
chocolate or matured cheeses.
8.00
33.00
14
Petit Manseng Doux, « Les Anesses » Domaine Cabidos, 2010 37.5cl
Unusual sweet wine from the South West of France. Bursting with tropical and quince characters, with hints of
honey, low in alcohol but very fresh and well balanced.
7.00
24.00
102
Muscat de Beaume de Venise, Chateau Pesquié, Southern Rhône, 2013 50cl
Although fortified, this wine is incredibly fresh and bursting with really ripe Charentais Melon and Tropical fruit
characters. French summer holidays in a glass!
7.60
31.00
16
Recioto della Valpolicella, “Fiorato” Tommasi, Veneto, 2012 37.5cl
The best way to describe this unusual wine is to call it a “sweet Amarone”. Made with the same grape varieties as the
iconic wine from Verona, this sweet red wine is packed with delicious black cherry jam flavours.
45.00
17
Sauternes, Château Filhot, Bordeaux, France 2009 37.5cl
The Château Filhot was founded in 1709 by Romain de Filhot and is now owned managed by one of his descendants:
count Henri de Vaucelles. The Château Filhot is a classic Sauternes with a specific fresh Sauvignon Blanc flavours
character.
54.00
Bottle
White
South Africa
18
Force Majeure Chenin Blanc, Johan Meyer, Swartland, 2014 (Organic)
Swartland is fast becoming one of the most dynamic and cutting edge wine regions in South Africa. Meyer, who believes in minimal
intervention in wine making, produces this amazingly vibrant and zesty Chenin with delicious stone fruit characters, the palate is
balanced by a delicious texture on the finish.
39.00
Seven Springs
Seven Springs is a premium South African wine producer and is
named after the seven natural springs in the nearby spa town of
Caledon.
The vineyard is sited on the R320 Hemel en Aarde (Heaven and
Earth) road 20kms from the seaside town of Hermanus. The UK
owners, husband and wife Tim and Vaughan
Pearson, bought the 30 acres of prime vineyard land in 2006,
planting in 2007/8 and are proud of their range of single varietal
wines.
A temperate climate means cool wet winters and hot dry summers.
The Atlantic Ocean is just 8kms away, and is responsible for
keeping summer temperatures 5-6°C lower than Stellenbosch,
allowing a long ripening period, giving rise to complex wines of
high quality.
103
Oaked Chardonnay, Seven Springs, Hermanus, 2011
Hermanus is one of the up and coming wine regions of South Africa. Due to its proximity to the Ocean, this region is able to get a cool
climate and grow aromatic grape varieties. Very lightly oaked, this delicious Chardonnay remains very fresh and elegant.
40.00
Australia
20
Chardonnay Seven Day Road, Mudgee, New South Wales, 2013
Upfront tropical fruit balanced by fresh acidity defines this un-oaked Chardonnay from a cooler part of Western Australia.
34.00
21
Crittenden Chardonnay, Mornington Peninsula, 2012
Garry Crittenden was one of the first producers to identify the potential of Mornington and his children are now running this highly
regarded estate. With minimum malolactic and oak reliance, this wine has retained its vibrancy with abundant stone fruit and citrus
characters. Long finish with hints of smoke and flint.
45.00
22
Semillon Sauvignon Franklin Tate, Western Australia, 2013
Fresh and zingy with delicious limy and pink grapefruit bursting on the palate, aromatic finish
35.00
Bottle
White
New Zealand
Little Beauty
Little Beauty is a small boutique winery and its vineyards are
situated next to the Waihopai River and face the famous and
picturesque Richmond Range. They are sheltered but have taken
advantage of their northwest orientation which ensures excellent
ripening conditions. Jason is the viticulturist and Eveline is the
wine maker, who used to be the senior wine maker at Cloudy Bay.
The wines literally are little beauties. Under the careful
management of Eveline, the wine making process delivers true
Marlborough wines, however, they are exquisitely elegant and
feminine, the flavours are expressive but refined and they will
either be enjoyed on their own, or they will be capable of matching
very sophisticated food.
23
Little Beauty Sauvignon Blanc, Waihopai Valley, Marlborough, 2013
The usual Marlborough characteristics of tropical fruits (guava, passion fruit) are present, but the wine remains delicate, feminine and
aromatic. The long mineral finish brings a lot of elegance to the wine's structure.
44.00
24
Little Beauty Riesling, Waihopai Valley, Marlborough, 2011
Crisp and zippy with delicious lime sherbet characters. Aromatic and elegant, long mineral finish
44.00
25
Little Beauty Pinot Gris, Waihopai Valley, Marlborough, 2012
Almost Alsatian in style, this delicious Pinot Gris shows great balance between freshness and opulence from the ripe apricot and peach
characters, the long finish displays fine spicy notes
45.00
26
Black Edition Little Beauty Sauvignon Blanc, Waihopai Valley, Marlborough, 2012
Unusual Sauvignon with a lot of complexity and richness due to its careful ageing in French oak. Delicious citrus characters rounded by
a mellow and creamy acidity
57.00
27
Black Edition, Pinot Gris, Little Beauty, Marlborough, 2010
Produced from a single vineyard, the wine has spent 15 months on lees, having been fermented in French oak, giving the wine a rich,
complex yet dry style. Voluptuous characters of soft figs, grilled hazelnut and quince, slightly oily and rounded finish but elegant.
62.00
White
Bottle
Chile
28
Legado Chardonnay Reserva, Limari Valley, 2013
An elegant, fruity bouquet expresses notes of grapefruit and banana. Round but well balanced with good acidity
45.00
29
Estate Sauvignon Blanc, De Martino, Maipo Valley, 2014
Zippy and fresh with juicy lemon on the palate, made by the first carbon neutral producer in South America.
32.00
Argentina
30
Villa Vieja Chenin Torrontes, La Agricola, Mendoza, 2014
Packed with floral, aromatic and apricot notes, the rich peachy notes wine are balanced by good acidity.
30.00
31
Santa Celina Pinot Gris, Jacques and Francois Lurton, Mendoza, 2015
Lovely ripe peach and spicy characters, fleshy palate but well balanced by good acidity and a mineral finish.
32.00
New York, USA
116
Chardonnay, Scuttlehole, Channing Daughters, Long Island, 2013
Wonderfully juicy and textural Chardonnay, unoaked with no malo lactic fermentation, bursting with orchard fruit characters and a
zesty, mineral finish.
48.00
Spain
32
Albariño Abadia de San Campio, Rias Baixas, 2014
The wine is produced in Galicia, the North West of Spain and due to its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean; this region produces wine with
a lot of freshness and crisp acidity. Packed with citrus and tropical fruit characters, the wine is long.
41.00
33
Rioja Blanco, Sauvignon Blanc, Bodegas Altanza, 2014
Refreshing and full of tropical characters with lovely grassy notes, zesty but full
34.00
34
La Mar, Caiño Branco, Bodegas Terras Gauda, Rias Baixas, 2012
This is the favourite white wine of King Juan Carlos that is served at official banquets. Made with the rare, indigenous Caino Branco, this
wine is absolutely fabulous. Produced in very small yields, this is highly concentrated and full on the palate yet very well balanced by
good acidity. Showing yellow fruit and citrus characters on the palate and savoury, salty notes on the finish, this is the perfect match for
any serious seafood dish. Very little is produced but we are delighted and proud to have secured an allocation of this wine.
61.00
118
Amphora Xarelo, Loxarel, Penedes, 2014 (Organic)
Clay vessels were the first vessels to be used to store and transport wine over 8000 years ago. Thanks to Georgian producers, they have
come back into fashion and many cutting edge producers around the world are using them again. As well as being porous and allowing
for natural breathing, clay is also antiseptic meaning less use of antioxidant like SO2. Xarelo is one of the local Catalonian grape varieties
and this wine is clean, with crisp citrus characters and a lovely mineral finish.
39.00
White
Bottle
Italy
35
Gavi del Comune di Gavi « Monseritot » Tenuta Carretta, Piemonte, 2014
This is a classically styled Gavi from a top producer whose passion and expertise is displayed in their wines. The delicate lemon colour
leads to a complex nose of citrus, apples, pears, wild flowers, and aromatic herbs.
43.00
36
Vermentino, Poggio al Tufo, Tommasi, Tuscany, 2014
Originally from Liguria, Vermentino is a typical Mediterranean grape variety. Full of juicy and ripe lemon characters, zippy and
aromatic. Will match grilled seafood perfectly.
37.00
38
Trebbiano d’Abruzzo, Gianni Masciarelli, Marche, 2014
Made from the local and unique Trebbiano d’Abbruzo, this is a typical, delicious white Italian. Bursting with aromatic and yellow fruit
characters, the palate is refined with green apple flavours and hints of almonds on the finish
34.00
Germany
39
Riesling, Trocken Mittleheimer Edelman, Bernhard Merhlein, Rheingau, 2014
A dry but fleshy and ripe Riesling showing delicious ripe lime flavours and a lovely elderflower finish
39.00
Austria
40
Grüner Veltliner Rainer Wess, Wachau, 2014
Very delicate and aromatic, a palate full of spicy notes and orchard fruit characters. Long mineral finish
37.00
Greece
104
Savatiano, Domaine Papagiannakos, Attika, 2014
Traditionally used in the production of Retsina, this is an elegant, very high quality, dry version from a top producer in the area. Juicy
and soft with lovely peachy and pear characters with an almond and savoury finish.
38.00
Switzerland
105
Fendant, Les Deux Cimes, Jamie McCulloch, Valais, 2014
Fendant is the Swiss name for Chasselas, and old fashioned French grape variety that has almost disappeared and that Swiss vineyards
now grow very successfully. Jamie McCulloch, originally from Edinburgh, set up his tiny winery a few years ago and now sell on
allocation only due to high demand. A great alternative to Sauvignon Blanc, ripe Fendant is fresh, zesty but fleshy with juicy yellow plum
characters and an herbal and savoury finish. A great match to James’ delicate dishes.
54.00
White
Bottle
South of France
41
Gaillac, Domaine Clément Termes, Gascony, 2014
A blend of indigenous Loin de L’oeil and Mauzac, whilst being fresh, a bit of weight on the palate with delicious ripe pears characters.
29.00
42
Les Terrases Blanc, Château Pesquié, Ventoux, Rhône, 2014
Dominated by Viognier and completed by Roussanne and Clairette, this feminine wine from Southern Rhone is packed with delicious
white peach, apricot and yellow plum characters, lovely aromatic finish.
35.00
43
Picpoul de Pinet, Domaine des Lauriers, Cuvée Prestige, Côteaux du Languedoc, 2014
A clean and refreshing wine from the South of France offering excellent value for money. Loads of citrus and peachy flavours with a
lovely aromatic and herby finish.
32.00
119
Maceration du Soula N13, Domaine Le Soula, Vin des Fenouilledes, Rousillon, NV (Orange and Organic Wine)
A blend of Vermentino (dominant), Maccabeu, and Malvoisie, the grapes come from the high altitude vineyards (550m) of the
Fenouilledes, giving them plenty freshness. With very little yield, theses white grape varieties are literally made like red wine by getting
the skins to macerate for 2 weeks and give the juice an “copper” colour, hence the term orange wine. Balanced by crisp acidity, this wine
has a lot of texture with delicious confit citrus fruits characters and a lovely herbaceous and mineral finish.
55.00
Loire
44
Pouilly Fumé, Jonathan Pabiot, 2014 (Organic)
Jonathan is undoubtedly one of the rising stars of the appellation. Now certified Organic, his vineyards produces fantastic Sauvignon
Blanc. His low intervention approach to wine making produces wines of great complexity, balance and length.
47.00
45
Muscadet de Sèvre et Maine sur Lie, Château Haute Cariziere, 2014
Reminiscent of quality Trebbiano with lovely floral and almond notes. The acidity is obviously present but is well balance
30.00
46
Sauvignon Blanc de Touraine, Fleur de Printemps, Domaine de la Rochette 2014
Award winning Sauvignon from the heart of the Loire. Crisp gooseberries, limes and a very slightly creamy finish.
36.00
47
Vouvray Sec Domaine Champalou, 2013
The original home of Chenin Blanc, this Vouvray is dry but luscious with delicious notes of honey, white peaches and long mineral and
savoury finish.
39.00
48
Sancerre Domaine Vincent Gaudry, 2014 (Biodynamic)
An opulent, rich Sancerre from this boutique and iconic Sancerre producer. Whilst showing the expected gooseberry and citrus
characters, the wine has incredible depth and width.
52.00
Bottle
White
Alsace
What is Biodynamic Viticulture?
Biodynamic viticulture, like Organic viticulture, does not use the
herbicides or pesticides employed in conventional grape growing.
By respecting the soil as a living element, it nurtures the vines,
imbruing them with mineral and organic trace elements.
Biodynamic viticulture goes a step further than Organic
viticulture: it also takes into consideration the pattern of lunar
and cosmic rhythms. The soil is seen not simply as a support for
vine growing, but as an organism in its own right. This approach
to agriculture was common practice throughout Europe during
the Iron Age. It disappeared with the emergence of modern
agriculture. It was Rudolph Steiner, an Austrian philanthropist,
who reintroduced this practice. The number of wine producers
embracing Biodynamy is constantly growing, especially in France
and Italy.
49
Pinot Blanc Auxerrois Tradition, Domaine Albert Mann, 2013, Biodynamic
Related to Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc is one of the most underrated grape variety. Very approachable with a soft acidity. Fresh, yellow fruit
characters dominate the palate, hints of green apple, lovely floral finish.
40.00
50
Gewürztraminer Tradition, Domaine Albert Mann, 2013, Biodynamic
Family owned estate that won French producer of the year award. This wine displays some richness whilst being well balanced by fresh
acidity. Lychee and apricot characters are followed by a long mineral and spicy finish.
50.00
Burgundy
51
Chablis, Domaine Fèvre, 2014
From a small producer based in the Fourchaume terroir this is a text book Chablis. Crisp, full and mineral.
50.00
52
Saint Véran (unoaked Chardonnay) Domaine de la Croix Senaillet, Macônnais (Organic) 2014
Very fresh and zippy but at the same time opulent and mouth filling. Delicious Acacia honey and baked apple characters
41.00
53
Bourgogne Blanc, Domaine d’Ardhuy, 2014(Biodynamic)
The aromas are reminiscent of the lean Puligny-Montrachet fruit: lemon zest, and butter-cream. The palate is warm and round with
vibrant acidity. Green apple and butter-cream comes to mind on the mid-palate as it finishes with a lovely hint of honey and toast.
41.00
54
Pouilly Fuissé, Dominique Cornin, 2014
The area of Pouilly is situated at the southern tip of Burgundy where the warm climate ensures high levels of ripeness and complexity
52.00
White
Bottle
Burgundy
55
Chablis 1er Cru Les Fourneaux, Domaine de la Meuliere, 2013
As it is starting to age, this 1er Cru is showing some lovely honey and almond characters along with a distinctive savoury, fennel finish.
55.00
56
Meursault, Domaine Michelot, 2013
2009 is considered as the vintage of the decade in Burgundy and this Meursault is already showing all its potential. Really ripe and
opulent and yet, very well balanced by good acidity, delicate citrus and mineral flavours
64.00
106
Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses, Domaine Fèvre, 2012
Big Chablis expressing the richness of the 2009 vintage. Already showing signs of maturity, complex with creamy characters and zippy
lemon and green flavours. Long, dusty, mineral finish with hints of fennel and flint.
65.00
57
Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru Les Champgains, Domaine Vincent Pillot 2013
Chassagne is synonymous with power in the Côte de Beaune, but the careful ageing in oak barrels is bringing balance to this wonderful
Chardonnay from one of the most iconic villages in Burgundy
67.00
Rosé
Bottle
58
Cinsault Rosé, Le Paradou, South of France, 2014
Dry but very fruity and elegant rosé produced in the Ventoux area of Southern Rhône. Lovely ripe raspberry characters, refreshing.
29.00
59
Tavel Rosé, Prieuré de Montezargues, Southern Rhône, 2014
Louis XIV was among the first to sing the praises of Tavel’s delicious and memorable rosés. The rosé of Prieure de Montezargues has
lovely aromas of ripe, red berries with notes of the ubiquitous spicy garrigue.
39.00
Red
Bottle
Australia
110
Tommy Ruff, Shiraz Mourvèdre, Tom Shobbrook, Barossa Valley, 2014 (Biodynamic)
Tommy Ruff Shiraz-Mourvèdre has a core of generous fresh fruit and some hints of savoury meatiness that opens up beautifully in the
glass. Vivid, pure and vibrant with dark fruits, earth, spice, mocha and chocolate. Not your typical, big, Barossa Shiraz but yet very
satisfying.
49.00
60
Seven Day Road Shiraz, Mudgee, New South Wales, 2013
Mudgee is seen by many as one of the most promising wine areas in Australia. This Shiraz delivers everything expected and more. Big
but well made and elegant with ripe damson and bramble jam flavours, herbs, cinnamon and a long finish.
39.00
61
Lowe Merlot, Mudgee, New South Wales, 2006 Organic
Made with very little intervention or filtering, this delicious Merlot is ripe, round, opulent with well-structured tannins.
48.00
South Africa
62
Meinert “Printers Ink” Pinotage, Devon Valley, 2012
This is a fantastic Pinotage without the typical tarry, smokey aromas that you find in cheaper styles. Full bodied but juicy.
39.00
64
The Gypsy, Ken Forrester, Stellenbosch, 2011
A big, generous and structured wine made from a blend of Grenache and Syrah. The careful ageing in French oak adds layers of
complexity to this wine packed with bramble, white pepper, cinnamon and nutmeg flavours.
62.00
New Zealand
65
Pinot Noir Mahi, Marlborough, 2013
Mahi, meaning ‘our work, our craft’; the Mahi symbol represents the strength, life and growth of the native New Zealand frond (fern),
with the understanding that wine should never be rushed to bottle, respecting its ability to evolve naturally over time.
The result is a fragrant, spicy bouquet, ripe and supple with good complexity. Rich cherries and plums combine with soft tannins to give
a well-rounded finish.
55.00
66
Black Edition Pinot Noir, Little Beauty, Waihopai Valley, Marlborough, 2010
The careful ageing in French oak brings complexity to this juicy but elegant Pinot Noir. Ripe dark cherry, coffee and thyme notes
dominate the palate, long finish
68.00
114
Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon, Main Divide, Wairapa, 2011
The wine has a vibrant bright ruby colour with aromas and flavours suggesting cassis, purple plums, red berries, vanilla pod, chocolate
and cigar. It is forward and fruity on the palate with soft, velvety tannins but a well-defined, tangy aftertaste.
44.00
Bottle
Red
Argentina
67
Malbec Tomero, Mendoza, 2013
This Malbec has a dark, brooding colour, with rich raspberry, red currant and sweet plum flavours, leading to a clean, toasty finish.
41.00
68
Shiraz Malbec Villa Vieja, Mendoza, 2014
Jammy and spicy characters with delicious plum and bramble flavours, light dusty tannins, white pepper finish
33.00
107
Quinto Malbec, Riglos, Valle de Uco, 2013
Big Malbec, delightfully smooth and bursting with red cherries and nutmeg characters. Well balanced and soft tannins with hints of
“buttered toasted bread” on the finish.
48.00
Chile
De Martino Family Estate – Maipo Valley - Chile
Isla de Maipo, a small town around 50 kilometres from the Chilean
capital of Santiago, houses the De Martino winery, one of our
exciting new producers. Originally established in 1934 by Pietro De
Martino Pascualone, who had left this native Italy to found a
vineyard in the new world, the estate is located in a prime
viticultural position, on the banks of the now arid Maipo River.
The fact the valley previously accommodated the ferocious
torrents of the Maipo gives soil conditions which are unique in the
region, alluvial earth with high silt levels – great for the cultivation
of vines. As well as unique soils, the estate also harbours a unique
mentality in Chile, the entire establishment following an ecofriendly approach that has rendered the De Martino winery the
first carbon-neutral domaine in Latin America. It is also fully
organic, and facilitates the production of Latin America’s first
carbon-neutral range of wines.
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Merlot, Classic Series, Colchagua Valley Chile, 2013
Full bodied but well balanced with heart warming plum and cinnamon characters. Very light tannins
33.00
70
Legado Carmenere, De Martino, Maipo Valley, 2013
A late-ripening variety, Carmenère needs high levels of sunshine and a warm summer to reach its potential, but it can produce fine,
deeply-coloured red wines, with the attractive meaty plumpness of Merlot and the gently herbaceous, cedary notes of Cabernet.
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Red
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California
71
Old Vine Zinfandel, Bogle, Clarksburg, 2013
Hints of spiced chocolate integrate well with fruit that is surprisingly luscious and silky on the palate, partnered with black pepper
backbone that gives structure and weight.
42.00
72
Unfiltered Merlot, Newton Vineyards, 2013 Organic
Deep ruby in colour, the aromas of dried lavender, green olive and savoury characters expose a hint of red fruit. Intense flavours of fresh
red currants, black plum and cedar are supported by fine-grained tannins.
66.00
Oregon
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Pinot Noir Estate, Johan Vineyards, Willamette Valley, 2010 (Biodynamic)
Precise and focused Pinot Noir with loads of Burgundian undertones. Elegant and complex with juicy black cherry characters, silky
tannins light toast and hints of earthiness and spice cake on the finish.
59.00
Spain
73
Baltana Negre, Miquel Jané, Penedes, 2013
A blend of the local Catalonian Garnacha with Cabernet and Merlot, a smooth and spicy red full of sunshine
35.00
74
Hacienda Valvares, Single Vineyard Rioja Crianza, 2011
Super charged Crianza that aged in new French oak for 18 months, robust and full bodied but elegant with juicy blackberry fruit
characters, hints of spice and well structured tannins.
44.00
115
12 Volts, 4 Kilos Vinicola, Mallorca, 2013 (limited availability)
Uber boutique winery, literally producing a garage wine in very limited quantity. A blend of the local Callet with international grape
varieties like Syrah and Cabernet. Full bodied and complex, packed with juicy plum and smoky characters, lovely creamy texture with a
good tannic grip, plenty savoury notes on the finish.
58.00
75
Rioja Gran Reserva, Bodegas Altanza, 2008
Having matured for 2 years in French oak, this classic Rioja is mature and displays complex layers of tobacco, toast, olives, and
blackberries.
65.00
Portugal
80
Ramos Pinto, Duas Quintas, Douro, 2013
Made in the same region and with the same grape varieties as Port, this wine is intense and rich but the tannins are round.
44.00
101
Ribeira Santo, Carlos Luca, Dao, 2011
A blend of Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro and Tinta Roriz, this is a heart-warming but elegant wine with jammy fruit characters but also
delicate olive and herby notes.
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Red
Italy
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Montepulciano d’Abbruzzo Classico, Gianni Masciarelli, Abbruzzo, 2013
Satisfying, oozing of red cherry, chocolate, amaretto and oregano characters. Soft tannins and a slightly meaty finish.
36.00
77
Barbera d’Alba, Tenuta Carretta, Piemonte, 2014
Barbera is the lesser known of the local grape varieties, however, it produces some elegant, perhaps more approachable when young
wines compared to Nebbiolo. Juicy bramble and cranberry characters with hints of herbs, long mineral finish with dusty tannins.
38.00
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Chianti Rufina Cedro, Fattoria Lavacchio, Tuscany, 2011 (Organic)
Wine lovers should not forget about Chianti Rufina. For the most part a high-altitude, cool-climate viticultural area, its Chiantis are
some of the most perfumed, flinty and refined of all. 90% sangiovese, 5% canaiolo nero and 5% colorino, high-pitched aromas of tangy
red and darker berries and violet are complemented by lower-toned earth and flint notes.
48.00
108
Barolo “Ciabot Tanasio” Azienda Sobrero, Piemonte, 2010
Heady nose of autumn leaves and spice well in evidence, complemented by nuances of tanned leather, liquored dried plum, black
liquorice, and cocoa powder. The palate develops impressive fruit, bolstered by a solid charge of ripe tannins.
79.00
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Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, Tommasi, Verona 2011
What you would expect from an Amarone, really ripe and full, long and complex with delicious black cherry jam and spicy characters
79.00
Switzerland
Les Deux Cimes – Jamie Mc Culloch
The winery "Les Deux Cimes" was founded in 2007 by Jamie S. McCulloch,
originally from Edinburgh, a year after completing his oenologist degree in
winemaking and viticulture from Changins, Switzerland. Drawn towards the
Swiss Alps, and the Valais in particular, the Scottish wine maker was
fascinated by the huge potential of the region and in particular, the long list
of grape varieties grown here, and the very particular mountain terroir. The
varied geology, aspect and climate of the south facing mountains slopes of
the central valley sparked the idea of producing a range of wines under the
heading of "Swiss Alpine Wines".
The winery in Varen, concentrates on cultivating five grape varieties, and
aging eight wines. Many of which are barrel aged, and blending traditional
and modern wine making techniques, to give wines that reflect their origin
and the passion involved in their making.
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Pinot Noir, Les Deux Cimes, Jamie Mc Culloch, Valais, 2013
Concentrated and really ripe style of Pinot considering where its from, quite modern in fact with delicious black cherry jam characters,
lovely integrated toasty oak, almost full bodied, long spicy finish.
48.00
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Red
Germany
Bernhard Huber
Located among the foothills of the Black Forest mountains in the
south-west German district of Baden, the Huber Winery produces
wines of the highest order. The areas limestone and clay soils give
very similar growing conditions to those found in Burgundy,
therefore it is no surprise that great quality wines can be found
here. Pinot Noir cultivation in this region is documented as far
back as 1285, when Cistercians monks brought with them practices
they had witnessed in Burgundy. The 27 hectare site, all of which
lies between altitudes of 230-310 metres, were until this year
tended by the late Bernhard Huber, a producer who has been
hailed as one of the superstars of German Pinot Noir. The term
iconic is far too often used but in his case it is true to say that he
was regarded as the best Pinot Noir producer in Germany. His
family has taken over to make sure his legacy lives on.
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Bernhard Huber Pinot Noir, Malterdinger, Baden, 2013
The Pinot Noir Malterdinger is complex yet very elegant, not too dissimilar to a Chambolle Musigny in style. It is packed with juicy red
fruit and black cherry characters, and displays velvety and soft tannins on the finish.
57.00
Austria
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Velvet, Gerhard Pittnauer, Burgenland, Austria, NV, Organic
Unusual but very interesting wine from the South East of Austria. A blend of local Blaufränkish and Zweigelt with a touch of Merlot. Soft
spicy, with some maturity (2009 vintage) it’s an easy but characterful red with juicy crushed red berry characters and a touch of nice
sappy acidity.
38.00
Red
Bottle
Loire
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Gamay, Domaine Levin, Loire, 2014 (Organic)
Owned by a Scotsman from Glasgow, this estate produces modern, fruit driven style of Gamay, can be served slightly cool, packed with
juicy cherry characters, ideal lunch red wine!
36.00
90
Sancerre Rouge « Vincengetorix » Domaine Vincent Gaudry, 2013 (Biodynamic)
Soft approachable Pinot Noir with juicy cherry characters, light dsuty tannins, good structure and long finish
48.00
Bordeaux Left Bank
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Château Haut Peyrous, Graves, 2010
Made by the famous Darroze family, this is a blend of five Bordeaux grape varieties. Whilst very much expressing its masculine terroir,
this wine really showing well now with well integrated tannins and a complex palate
52.00
120
Château Mille Roses, Haut Medoc, 2004
Located right next to Chateau Giscours, Chateau Mille Roses produces rich but elegant Merlot dominated wines. This wine is showing
some pleasant evolution with notes of tobacco, buttered toast and spices.
55.00
112
Château de Pez, Cru Bourgeois Superieur, Saint Estèphe 2009
Chateau de Pez is the oldest domain in Sainte Estephe and has a rich history of wine production and an excellent reputation. The 2008 is
a rich tannic, quite complex, balanced wine with emphasis on ripe dark fruits. Expertly blended from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon
with a dash of Petit Verdot.
75.00
86
Château Pibran, Pauillac, 2008
Made by the wine making team of Pichon Longueville, this wine has all the expected features of a Pauillac, masculine and powerful, yet,
elegant. Packed with cassis, blackberry, and sandalwood. The tannins are full but velvety; the mineral finish has hints of mint.
84.00
88
Château Cantenac Brown, 3ème Grand Cru Classé, Margaux, 2007
For the connoisseurs, this wine needs no introduction, one of the stars of Margaux from one of the best vintages. With a little bit of time
in a decanter, this wine will open up and will show all the class, complexity and depth associated with a top Margaux.
170.00
Bottle
Red
Bordeaux Right Bank
83
Château Mayne Graves, Bordeaux, 2013
A real good value for money Claret, with soft tannins and a lot of plum and blackcurrant jam flavours, hint of cinnamon on the finish.
36.00
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Château Moulin la Graviere, Lalande de Pomerol, 2012
This vineyard is owned by the Peré- Vergé estate, the wine is largely dominated by Merlot with a little bit of Cabernet Franc and has
been aged for 14 months in one year old oak barriques
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Clos Cantenac
Clos Cantenac is a small but seductive 6 hectares property with
carefully planted vines on an exceptional “terroir” of deep gravel,
sand and clay over limestone situated close to the prehistoric
“Megalith de Pierrefitte”.
This enchanting, Saint Emilion Grand Cru vineyard, was purchased
in January 2007 by Martin Krajewski already the owner of Chateau
de Sours along with his great friend and wine enthusiast Marcus Le
Grice from New Zealand
85
Petit Cantenac, Grand Cru Saint Emilion, 2012
Vibrant ripe black fruit with delicious toasty and smoky characters and well integrated tannins
75.00
87
Château Manoir de Gay, Pomerol, 2010
120.00
The second wine of Chateau Le Gay one of the best Pomerol estate, situated next to Petrus. It’s dark, dark ruby in the glass with a
bright nose of cherry and earth. The 100% Merlot shows on the palate and finish with a rich texture that lingers for an
exceptionally long time
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Red
Beaujolais and Burgundy
Domaine Lardy, Beaujolais – Lucien Lardy
Three years ago, on our way to Pierre Troigros’ iconic restaurant,
we stopped in the picturesque village of Fleurie, in the Beaujolais
region. We met Monsieur Lardy, the proud proprietor of Domaine
Lardy who produces a sensational Fleurie “Vieilles Vignes” made
with the indigenous Gamay grape variety. Far from being similar to
the commercial and simple Beaujolais Nouveau, this Gamay based
wine has a lot of structure, similar to its Pinot Noir neighbours.
Yet, we found it very approachable and soft, so much so that we
decided to offer it by the glass.
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Fleurie Domaine Lardy, 2014
Soft, medium bodied with juicy raspberry and cherry characters, very light dusty tannins.
37.00
92
Moulin à Vent « Les Michelons » Yohan Lardy, 2013
The young son of Lucien Lardy purchased a 2 hectares south facing parcel in the best location of the Moulin a Vent terroir and the result
is an absolutely stunning oaked aged Gamay. With very similar flavours to a Cote de Beaune Pinot Noir, this is an excellent alternative to
a Burgundy Pinot.
45.00
93
Volnay Vieilles Vignes, Domaine Henri Delagrange, 2013
A fantastic Pinot Noir from one of the rising stars in the Côtes de Beaune. Complex, generous, with velvety, morello cherry flavours.
54.00
94
Chassagne Montrachet Domaine Jean Marc Pillot, 2011
Very unusual wine as Chassagne Montrachet is known for being an outstanding white wine from the Côte de Beaune. Full but mellow
showing great cassis characters, well structured tannins and a long spicy finish
68.00
95
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru, Domaine d’Ardhuy, 2009 (Biodynamic)
Stunning Grand Cru from the best vintage of the past 20 years in Cote de Nuits. Power, structure, depth, elegance are the trademark of
this absolute classic.
199.00
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Red
South of France
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Côtes du Rhône Nature (no added sulfites) Domaine de la Roche Audran 2013 (Biodynamic)
The Nature has had no sulphites added at any stage of winemaking however, due to the fact that sulphites are naturally present in
grapes, there are still 9 mg of total sulphites (below the legal 10 mg limit which is required to state that the wine contains sulphites)
which is still insignificant compared to the conventional levels found in most wines. The wine is simply a pure expression of Grenache,
Carignan, Syrah and Mourvèdre. This type of wine will match meat with high fat content like Lamb, especially grilled with herbs.
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Château La Nerthe
The terroir of Chateauneuf du Pape is famous for its “galets” or
pudding stones which store the daily heat and resitute it at night
which allow the grapes to ripen more intensely and make this
terroir so exceptional.
Château la Nerthe, residing in the high-brow Châteauneuf-duPape appellation, owes a lot of its success to the favourable
microclimate that affects the estate. 200 days of sunshine a year
result in grapes maturing more quickly than in our estates and the
famous northerly Mistral stops fungus spreading on vines, yet
simultaneously proves problematic to spindly, youthful vines. The
team at Château la Nerthe are well used to combatting the wind
however, and succeed in cultivating 13 distinct grape varieties.
Both red and white production take place, however it is the reds,
showcasing grapes including Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault, which
give this estate its fantastic reputation.
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Châteauneuf du Pape, Château La Nerthe, Rhône 2006, Organic
One of the most iconic estates in the appellation, oozes of class, structure and depth. The nose is fresh and fruity. We can find little red
fruits and black fruits notes and also touches of black pepper. The palate is frank and elegant. The finish is long with round tannins
88.00
99
Madiran, Cuvée Charles de Batz, Domaine Berthoumieu, South West, 2011
Cuvée Charles de Batz named after d’Artagnan’s pseudonym when hiding from the Cardinal’s men in The Three Musketeers, is a blend
of 90% Tannat with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. The grapes for this wine come from low-yielding, old vines with an age of over 50 years old
and are hand-picked. The palate is powerful and smooth with great concentration with flavours of leathery black fruit, black pepper
64.00
100
Cahors, Château du Cèdre, South West, 2010 (Organic)
Cahors is the original home of Malbec and Pascal Verhaege produces one of the finest examples. Big, bold, very masculine but well
balanced and structured with moorish damson and dark fruit characters, lovely spice and big structured tannins.
68.00
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Corbières Rouge Cuvée Classique, Château Ollieux Romanis, Languedoc, 2014
Dominated by Carignan, it has concentrated flavours of cherries, cocoa, liquorice and balsam. Lovely oak ageing, spicy and Med. herbs
finish.
38.00