By the Bottle
White Wines
Marche Trebbiano IGT 2007 Moncaro, Italy
Fruity, floral bouquet with citrus hints and a full bodied, fresh and harmonious flavour.
Sauvignon Blanc Valle Dorado, Vina Echeverria, Curico Valley 2007, Chile
Tropical fruits and notes of pears and peaches on the nose. Fresh and balanced with a crisp finish
Pinot Grigio del Garda DOC 2006 Cantina di Custoza, Veneto, Italy
Fresh and fruity with a clean and crisp taste with a pleasant length
Bergerac Blanc “Cuvée Des Conti” 2006 Château Tour Des Gendres, France
Melons and green apples in this superb wine, with a gratifying weightiness.
Pecorino, Ciù Ciù, "Le Merlettaie' DOC 2006, Le Marche, Italy
Floral nose with clean, pleasing and refined aromas of apple, hazelnut and plum followed by a hint of vanilla. Pleasant crispiness, good body and intense flavours.
Grüner Veltliner "Speigel" Kamptal 2007, Austria
This light yellow wine has delicate floral notes and is dry, spicy, fruity and crisp.
Chablis 2007 Domaine Grand Roche, France
Chardonnay with a bouquet of freshly cut grass, capsicum and grapefruit.
Albarino, Bodegas Terras Gauda 2007, Rias Baixas, Galicia
The Abadia (100% Albarino) is very attractive with citrus, grapefruit, pineapple and mandarin flavours.
Rioja Blanca Rivallana, 2007, Bodegas Ondarre, Rioja, Spain
A very fruity, delicious, light, and fresh, well-balanced Rioja with hints of ripe fruit and flowers on the nose made from the Viura grape.
Torrentes, Coleccion Torrentes, 2008 Argentina
Delicate yellow colour. Exuberant aromas of tropical fruits with some floral hints.
Chardonnay, Unoaked, Foundstone 2008, Australia
Medal Winner!! Aromas of candied lemon, lime and honeydew melon. The palate is a fusion of sweet citrus, peardrop and ripe melon flavours that continue to a long and zesty finish.
Faust Chardonnay 2006, Slovenia
A medium dry full bodied wine with a bouquet that is reminiscent of ripe yellow gooseberry, with balanced with refreshing acidity.
Cheverny Vieilles Vignes 2006 Domaine Sauger, France
A beautiful marriage of the Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay grapes from these old Loire Valley vines produce this extremely elegant wine of complexity and extraordinary length.
Sauvignon Blanc 2007 St Clair, New Zealand
Stunning aromas of elderflower and passion fruit: the ideal pick-me-up after a long day.
Sancerre Blanc "La Vigne Blanche, 2007, Henri Bourgeois, France
Delicate floral aromas, this wine is rich in fruit and well balanced with a crisp freshness and a long finish. A typical and truly lovely Sancerre.
St Joseph “La Source” 2004 Domaine Ferraton, France
Marsanne and Rousanne grapes from the Rhone Valley for a well balanced wine with honey and apricot notes.
White Burgundy, Macon Villages, Domaine Botti, 2007 France
Delicate bouquet with floral and fruit hints, suggesting peaches; a good balance and lingering flavour.
Rioja Blanco 2006 Viña Izadi, Spain
All to easy to overlook white Rioja but don’t pass this one by, it is fresh and balanced with an enticing smoky, toasty nose and a lovely aromatic lift on the finish.
Chardonnay Saint Clair "Omaka Reserve" 2005 Marlborough, New Zealand
A beautifully creamy texture on the palate, integrated oak and a lovely finish.
St Aubin 1er Cru Les Frions 2002 Vincent Prunier, France
This creamy and fruity Chardonnay from Burgundy is often referred to as the little sister of Meursault.
Chardonnay “Moonambel” 2002 Dalwhinnie, Australia
The palate has beautiful creamy texture, integrated oak and a lovely finish.
Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru “Morgeot” 2004 Laurent Pillot, France
A powerful wine from Burgundy, with aromas of citrus fruits, melons, fresh butter and pralines.
Red Wines
Marche Sangiovese IGT 2006 Moncaro, Italy
A fruity, fragrant bouquet with hints of wild berries and a fresh, delicate taste.
Valpolicella Superiore DOC 2006 Zenato, Italy
An outstanding example of how good Valpolicella can be. The wine has a delicate almond bouquet and a dry, velvety flavour.
Salice Salentino "Masseria Torre Rossa" 2006, Puglia, Italy
A fruity, fragrant bouquet with hints of wild berries and a fresh, delicate taste.
Shiraz, Good Hope 2007, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Hand-harvested Shiraz from the Western Cape (sourced from two mature vineyards). Plenty of natural ripeness here, blue-and-blackberry fruit, refreshing acidity and a lick of spice.
Garnacha Tinto Vinas Viejas 2006 Bodega Solar De Urbezo, Spain
A Garnacha from Carinena, deep and intense, warm and fruity with hints of vanilla and spices.
Pinot Noir 2007 Delta Vineyard, New Zealand
Top notch Kiwi Pinot Noir, a serious competitor against good Red Burgundy.
Pinot Noir, Haut Cotes Beaune, 2007 Domaine Echards, France
Fruity, and delicate Pinot Noir from Burgundy with Beautiful aromas of blackcurrant and cherry.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot "Telteca" 2006, Mendoza, Argentina
A great "Bordeaux Blend" with elegant aromas of plum and green pepper.
Château Haut Baraillot 2005, France
Typical Bordeaux Blend; Cabernets and Merlot. Spicy cinnamon, juicy tannins and damson fruit: a beautiful wine and price.
Pinot Noir Gamay, Giennois 2006, Domaine Treuillet
Close to Pouilly Fume, Domaine Treuillet is typical of the best of the area producing a wine with wonderful ripe wild strawberry notes and concentration thanks to the very old Pinot Noir vines of the Domaine.
Pinot Noir Tuatara Bay, St Clair, Marlborough 2007, New Zealand
A vibrant, fruity, medium bodied Pinot Noir with a round, full, soft palate dominated by cherry notes and hints of plum and redcurrant.
Merlot Marklew, 2004 South Africa
Good structure and fruit intensity with fresh ripe plum and dark chocolate tones. Aged in oak.
Chianti Classico, DOCG 2005, Rocca di Castagnoli, Italy
A wine of excellent complexity and structure with an intense bouquet, rich in fruity and winy hints and a captivating balsamic note. The period in wood gives a notable balance to the wine and silky, smooth tannins on the palate.
Pinotage Inkawu Laibach Vineyard 2004, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Lovely ripe flavours with banana, lavender and red berry characters prominent.
The Baroness 2002 Irvine Wines Eden Valley, Australia
Wonderfully balanced, elegant Shiraz: autumn berries with a peppery, silky finish.
Vosne-Romanée 2004 Domaine Maurice Gavignet, France
This commune is all about subtlety and displaying the essence of Pinot Noir. Gavignet delivers this with a silky mouthfeel and clean varietal fruit character.
Pinot Noir “Mount Jefferson” 2003 Cristom Vineyards, USA
The lightest of the Cristom Pinots, more balanced towards elegance than power. Hints of strawberry, currants and cinnamon on the nose and also vanilla on the palate.
Volnay 1er Cru Clos Des Chenes 2003 Domaine Des Echards, France
A delicate and powerful Pinot Noir from Burgundy, silky and generous palate with a long finish.
Tannat “Don David” 2005 Michel Torino, Argentina
Intense aromas of minerals, cloves and white chocolate, with vanilla notes. Full fruit taste with Italian "amaro" chocolate flavors with a long finish.
Malbec “Don David” 2007 Michel Torino, Argentina
A gorgeous big red. Coffee and chocolate notes with a fruit packed finish.
Barco Reale di Carmignano DOC 2005 Tenuta di Capezzana, Italy
Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon - similar in style to a Chianti but with a more gulpable vibrant fruit. Terrific value for money.
Grenache / Syrah, Mas de la Barben 2004 Les Lauzieres, France
The 2004 Les Lauzieres offers kirsch liqueur notes, loads of body, a good texture, and a delightful rustic tannin in the finish.
Rioja Crianza, Bodegas Benito Urbina 2004, Rioja Alta, Rioja
The Urbina crianza (12 months in American oak, 6 months in bottle) is a blend of Tempranillo with a little Graziano and is deliciously smooth with ripe damson fruit and a touch of mint from the oak.
Shiraz, Hanenhof, 2006/2007, Barossa Valley, Australia
An outstanding wine. Aged for 12 months in French and American oak. Full-bodied, plush, and ripe with toasty oak, smoke, plum and blueberry on the nose.
Cabernet Sauvignon “Jester” 2007 Mitolo, Australia
Terrific red from young hotshot winemaker, Ben Glaetzer. Rich, complex and full-flavoured with chocolaty fruit.
Côtes du Rhône, Rasteau "Les Sambiches" 2004, France
A great, full bodied red wine with the typical spicy flavours of Syrah. A legend.
Selección Especial 2005 Abadia Retuerta, Spain
Spanish red with wonderful class and breeding. Tempranillo, blended with a little Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot which has spent two years in oak.
Valpolicella Superiore DOC “Ripassa” 2006 Zenato, Italy
Truly superb Sangiovese with a ruby red colour, easy drinking with soft tannins, almond and cherries on the nose and the palate.
Shiraz Shaw & Smith 2005, Australia
A rich and typical Shiraz with a silky finish and a delicate flavour of eucalyptus.
Château de Fonbel St Emilion Grand Cru 2003, France
A “grand cru” with spicy cinnamon on the nose, juicy tannins and damson fruit on the palate.
Shiraz “Moonambel” 2003 Dalwhinnie, Australia
Elegance and complexity combined from this superb premium producer
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2002 Casanova di Neri, Italy
A Sangiovese from Toscana with aromas of dried strawberries and chocolate. This is the most traditional Brunello on the market.
Gevrey Chambertin 2003 Domaine Antonin Guyon, France
Very aristocratic and meaty Pinot Noir from Burgundy, with black berries and a smoky finish.
Château Talbot 4eme Cru Classe 2002, France
Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes from St. Julien, Bordeaux, delivering a nose of cedary fruit with a pronounced mineral edge. The palate is well balanced with some savoury tannic structure on the finish.
Château Leoville Barton 2eme Cru Classe 1998, France
One of the best St Julien from Bordeaux . Lovely violet and berry aromas, with hints of minerals.
Château Montrose 2eme Cru Classe 1996, France
An excellent example of what good winemaking can do. With great expression and mainly Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend it has fine tannins, plenty of sweet red and black fruits on the palate and an impressive length.
By the Glass
White
Trebbiano IGT 2007 Moncaro, Marche, Italy
Fruity, floral bouquet with citrus hints and a full bodied, fresh and harmonious flavour.
Rioja Blanca Rivallana, 2007, Bodegas Ondarre, Rioja, Spain
A very fruity, delicious, light, and fresh, well-balanced Rioja with hints of ripe fruit and flowers on the nose made from the Viura grape.
Chardonnay, Unoaked, Foundstone 2008, Australia
Medal Winner!! Aromas of candied lemon, lime and honeydew melon. The palate is a fusion of sweet citrus, peardrop and ripe melon flavours that continue to a long and zesty finish.
Torrentes, Coleccion Torrentes, 2007 Argentina
Delicate yellow colour. Exuberant aromas of tropical fruits with some floral hints.
Sauvignon Blanc Valle Dorado, Vina Echeverria, Curico Valley 2007, Chile
Tropical fruits and notes of pears and peaches on the nose. Fresh and balanced with a crisp finish
Faust Chardonnay 2006, Slovenia
A medium dry full bodied wine with a bouquet that is reminiscent of ripe yellow gooseberry, with balanced with refreshing acidity.
Pecorino, Ciù Ciù, "Le Merlettaie' DOC 2006, Le Marche, Italy
Floral nose with clean, pleasing and refined aromas of apple, hazelnut and plum followed by a hint of vanilla. Pleasant crispiness, good body and intense flavours.
Sauvignon Blanc 2007 St Clair, New Zealand
Stunning aromas of elderflower and passion fruit: the ideal pick-me-up after a long day.
Chablis 2006 Domaine Grand Roche, France
Chardonnay with a bouquet of freshly cut grass, capsicum and grapefruit.
Rose
Marche Rosato IGT "Rosaspina" Moncaro, Italy
An intense dry, fresh and fruity bouquet with an elegant and gentle taste from the Marche region.
Parducci, Zinfadel Rose, 2007, California
Classic red berry and pink grapefruit aromas augmented by hints of black pepper and wild herbs. Moderately sweet and well balanced with a refreshing citric edge and a crisp finish.
Red
Marche Sangiovese IGT 2006 Moncaro, Italy
A fruity, fragrant bouquet with hints of wild berries and a fresh, delicate taste.
Valpolicella Superiore DOC 2006 Zenato, Italy
An outstanding example of how good Valpolicella can be. The wine has a delicate almond bouquet and a dry, velvety flavour.
Shiraz, Hanenhof, 2006/2007, Australia
An outstanding wine. Aged for 12 months in French and American oak. Full-bodied, plush, and ripe with toasty oak, smoke, plum and blueberry on the nose.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot "Telteca" 2006, Mendoza, Argentina
A great "Bordeaux Blend" with elegant aromas of plum and green pepper.
Salice Salentino "Masseria Torre Rossa" 2006, Puglia, Italy
A fruity, fragrant bouquet with hints of wild berries and a fresh, delicate taste.
Shiraz, Good Hope 2007, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Hand-harvested Shiraz from the Western Cape (sourced from two mature vineyards). Plenty of natural ripeness here, blue-and-blackberry fruit, refreshing acidity and a lick of spice.
Malbec “Don David” 2006 Michel Torino, Argentina
A gorgeous big red. Coffee and chocolate notes with a fruit packed finish.
Pinot Noir Tuatara Bay, St Clair, Marlborough 2006, New Zealand
A vibrant, fruity, medium bodied Pinot Noir with a round, full, soft palate dominated by cherry notes and hints of plum and redcurrant.
Champagne
A. Laurence Sparkling Rose
A briliant coloured rose, with fine bubble, a fruity palate and nose of red fruits. A perfect aperitif.
Sandford Brut, Murray River, Victoria, Australia
A creamy and refreshing sparkling wine from Australia. Perfect as an aperitif.
Moutard Champagne, France
Zing, finesse and elegance made Moutard our choice for a great pleasure by the glass.
Roederer Brut Premier
Probably the best of the non vintage Champagnes. Delicate creamy "mousse" texture, butter and honey on the nose.
Dom Perignon Brut 2000
Connoisseurs and wine experts alike will agree that this is the King of champagne.
Sweet Wine, Port & Sherry
Cabidos Petit Manseng Doux “Cuvée St Clement” VDP 2002/3 (50cl)
An absolutely delicious sweet wine displaying fantastic tropical fruits and hints of spice, overripe citrus characters, and a long honey finish.
Quinta da Corte 10 Yr Vintage Port Portugal (75cl)
Rich fruit flavours of plums, prunes and blackcurrants, a real fruit bomb. Beautiful weight, fine length and structure.
Fino Cortez Sherry (75ml / 75cl)
Straw coloured, bone dry wine with nutty, salty overtones. A classic apéritif.
