Special Collections
75cl
chateau montaiguillon, montagne – saint emilion. BORDEAUX, FRANCE
expensive nose of roasted plums, dried herbs and fresh earthy notes leads to a medium-full, currant-infused palate of breadth and focus.
amarone della valpolicella, classico masi. VENETO, ITALY
bright 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.
massaya cap est. BEKAA VALLEY
aromas of mulberry and subtle oak, a meaty and spicy palate with layers of richly textured red berry and savoury fruits, rich and very fine; a partnership between the brothers brunier, dominique hebrard and the ghosn family.
gaston hochar, chateau musar. BEKAA VALLEY, LEBANON
the crème de la crème of lebanese wines, the blend of cinsault, carignan and cabernet sauvignon creates a complex wine with lots of secondary characteristics; leather, spice and earth – all complementing the sweet and tangy red fruits.
petite castel. ISRAEL
50% cabernet sauvignon, 45% merlot, 5% petit verdot. domaine du castel is an estate west of jerusalem at an altitude of 2400 feet, the vineyards are planted at a density of 6,700 vines per hectare and produce very small yields. the grapes are handpicked and after fermentation the wine is aged for 16 months in french oak. tasting notes: dark ruby colour, medium-bodied, with notes of wild berry, spices, herbs and sweet cedar.
Magnums
1.5lt
privada bodega norton (malbec, cabernet sauvignon, merlot) – ARGENTINA
excellent aromatic complexity with notes of ripe fruits, spices and hints of smoke and coffee. rich and generous on the palate with superb concentration.
Sparking Wine and Champagne
125ml / 75cl
ca’ del console prosecco extra dry. ITALY
a classic prosecco aromas of white peach, pear and flowers, the palate is fresh but not too dry and clean as a whistle all the way through to the sparkling finish.
laurent-perrier la cuvée. FRANCE
well defined, subtle with expensive flowers, the fruit progressively emerges to reveal a finely balanced champagne, displaying a great length on the finish.
rosé brut viticoltori acquesi. FRANCE
a beautiful pale pink colour, with a delicate aroma of spring flowers and orchard fruit, refined bubbles and a crisp fruity finish.
Rosé Wine
175ml / 75cl
zinfandel rosé beringer. CALIFORNIA
fruity aromas and flavours of ripe strawberries with some spicy clove and nutmeg notes.
saint-roch les vignes rosé, les maîtres vignerons. FRANCE
this delightful rosé really captures the red berry fruit of provence, with delicate apricot and floral nuances. dry yet generous, it shows excellent balance and texture.
White Wine
175ml / 75cl
mon roc ugni blanc/colombard. FRANCE
aromas of peach, citrus, grapefruit with a hint of peony lead to a crisp, fruity palate that is both easy-drinking and refreshing.
sauvignon blanc, finca la colonia. ARGENTINA
intense aromas of citrus, herbs and pink grapefruit – fresh, fruity palate with an elegant dry finish.
pinot grigio terre del noce. ITALY
from the foothills of the dolomites, elegant and dry, with apple and banana fruit aromas, floral lift in the mouth and a clean, crisp finish.
blanc de blanc – chateau ksara. BEKAA VALLEY, LEBANON
the chardonnay gives this wine its finesse and elegance, the sauvignon its subtle aroma of hazelnuts and exotic fruits and the semillon its roundness, length and rich taste. this wine seduces with its finesse, elegance and floral aroma on the palate, it is soft, fresh and long lasting.
chenin blanc lievlander. SOUTH AFRICA
the nose gives a mix of ripe pineapples, citrus and stone fruits. these flavours continue on the palate, where they are complemented by a savoury, mineral streak. full-bodied and with a rich, mouth-filling texture lifted by a refreshing acidity on the long, harmonious finish.
riesling, white rabbit, balthasar ress. RHEIN, GERMANY
multifaceted, 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.
marlborough sauvignon blanc, featherdrop. NEW ZEALAND
lovely aromas of gooseberry, passionfruit, grapefruit and crisp red capsicim. bold flavours of lemon, lime, grapefruit and gooseberry tantalise the palate and provide a refreshing clean finish.
deakin estate chardonnay. AUSTRALIA
this chardonnay shows aromas of ripe pear, nectarine and apple. the palate is ripe and smooth with delicious fruit character, without being over the top.
narince diren collection. TURKEY
this crisp, elegant wine made from 100% narince grapes, is left unoaked to give full expression to it’s fresh, zesty floral aromas and flavours of citrus, green apple and ripe plum, the palate is dry and medium-bodied with a round yet refreshing feel in the mouth.
thymiopolous malagousia assyrtiko. GREECE
malagousia is the local white grape of this region, a characterful white with lifted floral aromas and fresh grapefruit and apricot flavours to taste, elegant, refreshing style.
rioja blanco conde valdemar. SPAIN
fresh, intense aromas of fruits and white flowers, dominated by apple and pear, fruity and fresh on the palate, crisp finish.
sancerre, domain cherries. LOIRE VALLEY, FRANCE
fresh citrus on the nose, with a palate of melon and stone fruit balanced with subtle grassy notes and some bright minerality.
albarino, serra da estrela. GALICIA, SPAIN
from the coolest part of rias baixas, this wine bursts with juicy albarino character: pear, citrus fruit, musky perfume and hints of mineral and spice. clean, intense and very long on the palate.
Red Wine
175ml / 75cl
cabernet sauvignon les templiers. FRANCE
richy coloured, fruity wine with blackcurrant and berry flavours; structured and elegant in the mouth.
rioja conde valdemar. SPAIN
lovely smooth young rioja, with bright cranberry/cherry fruit and violet aroma, and some creaminess on the finish.
nero d’avola, montalto organic. SICILIA, ITALY
noted of ripe red fruits, sweet spices and liquorice, the fruit flavours continue on the round, generous palate.
reserve du couvent, chateau ksara. BEKAA VALLEY, LEBANON
a blend of cabernet sauvignon, syrah, carignan and granache grapes with a ruby colour and complex fruit aromas.
morandé merlot gran reserva. CHILE
this beautiful balanced merlot combines smooth ripe plum and raspberry fruit with some savoury cinnamon spice and a neat medium bodied texture, finishing on notes of dark chocolate.
thymiopolous xinomavro. GREECE
xinomavro are the classic local grapes to the mountainous region of naoussa in northern greece. they are known for having the fine perfume and robust but elegant red fruit flavours similar to barolo wines from italy.
gaston hochar, château musar. LEBANON
the ‘crème de la crème’ of lebanese wines, this blend of cinsault, carignan and cabernet sauvignon creates a complex wine with lots of secondary characteristics; leather, spice and earth – all complementing the sweet and tangy red fruit.
shiraz, mathilda. AUSTRALIA
deep black fruit flavours on the nose follow through onto the palate, where they are supported by elegant and silky tannins – the finish is spicy and savoury, with notes of black pepper and earth.
massaya terrasses de baalbeck, massaya collection. BEKAA VALLEY, LEBANON
deep garnet to the eye, this rhone-style blend has a nose of cherry and aniseed. flavours of cherry, blueberry preserves, fennel bulb, anise and violet are set in a framework of smooth tannins that gently coats the mouth beyond the bright finish.
chateau musar jeune red. BEKAA VALLEY, LEBANON
red fruits, cherries, cooked plums, blackcurrants and blueberries with a hint of violets coming from the syrah – warm palate which is also full of cinnamon and nutmeg.
nativus kalecik karasi. TURKEY
rich and full bodied with red and black fruits on the nose and palate leading to a ripe, tannic finish
malbec finca pedriel. ARGENTINA
a ripe, succulent wine offering aromas of violets, spice and tobacco – a round, mouthfilling palate, flavours of berry fruits and a persistent finish.