Wines

Wines at The Maid's Head

White

2024 Vermentino IGP Côtes de Thau, Les Vignes de L'Eglise, Languedoc, France 13% abv

Clean and bright, this aromatic wine is full of vibrant fresh fruit. Aromas of peach, mango, pineapple and pear follow through onto the palate, which is balanced with a crisp acidity that carries the flavours onto the clean finish.

2024 Rioja Blanco, El Coto, Spain 12% abv

Pale lemon in colour. On the nose, the wine is bursting with bright aromas of peaches, apples, citrus and tropical fruits. On the palate, it has lively acidity leading to a dry, crisp finish.

2024 Mendoza Unoaked Chardonnay, Finca Flichman Tanguero, Argentina 12% abv

The wine is pale yellow in colour with subtle aromas of pineapple and pear complemented by a touch of vanilla. On the palate, there are aromas of ripe tropical fruit with a juicy and refreshing finish.

2024 Monopolio Pinot Grigio, Cantina di Gambellara, Veneto, Italy 13% abv

This wine is pale lemon in colour, with delicate aromas of blossom, stone fruit and green apple. On the palate it is full, intense and brimming with notes of yellow peach and white flowers. The finish is long and refreshing.

2024 `Sossego` Vinho Regional Alentejano Branco, Herdade do Peso, Alentejo, Portugal

Vibrant lemon in colour, this wine is bursting with fragrant aromas of ripe citrus, with subtle tropical notes of pineapple and mango. On the palate a lively acidity carries the bright fruit flavours onto the crisp and refreshing finish.

2024 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, Tinpot Hut, New Zealand 13% abv

A pleasingly rich Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc with vibrant aromatics and a fine balance of acidity. Complex and elegant, the nose opens with classic characters of blackcurrant bud and freshly cut thyme. Underlying flint and saline nuances from the grapes grown in the Blind River sub-region combine well with the more tropical notes of passion fruit and melon from the Wairau Valley vineyards.

2024 Albariño, Bodega Garzón Reserve, Maldonado, Uruguay 13% abv

This wine is pale yellow in colour with green reflections. On the nose, there are vibrant aromas of peach, lemon peel and honeysuckle. The palate is refreshing with crisp acidity and well-defined fruit.

2023 Chablis, Domaine Vrignaud, Burgundy, France 12.5% abv

This Chablis is pale yellow in colour with youthful reflections. The nose marries ripe citrus notes of lemon and lime with white flowers aromas. On the palate, it is well balanced with great intensity of flavour, a rich texture thanks to the lees ageing and a lingering finish.

Red

2023 Merlot, Sanama Reserva, Cachapoal Andes, Chile 13.5% abv

2022 Organic Mendoza Malbec Clásico, Altos Las Hormigas, Argentina 13.5% abv

The wine is lively ruby red in colour. The nose boasts aromas of plum, gunpowder, black pepper and eucalyptus. The palate is fresh and juicy with a fine acidity and balanced tannins.

Rioja Red 2021 Rioja Crianza, El Coto, Spain 100% Tempranillo / 13.5% abv

This wine is a vibrant ruby red colour with a garnet rim. Aromas of red fruits, vanilla and toast define the nose. On the palate, the wine's silky texture is tempered by concentrated, red berry fruit and notes of sweet spice from the oak, complementing a juicy and persistent finish.

2023 Pinot Noir IGP Pays d'OC, Laroche La Chevalière, Languedoc, France 100% Pinot Noir / 13%

This Pinot Noir is bright ruby red in colour. On the nose, it displays ripe cherry and strawberry aromas. The bright palate combines juicy fruit with supple, velvety tannins.

2021 McLaren Vale Shiraz/Viognier, Willunga 100, South Australia 96% Shiraz 4% Viognier / 14.5% abv

A complex and enticing nose with florals, spice and some meaty savoury notes. The Shiraz delivers a solid core with dark plum, black cherry and loads of spice whilst the Viognier compliments this by adding a brightness to the wine. Fine grained tannins bring this wine to conclusion with a moreish savoury edge.

2022 `Imprint` Primitivo Appassito, A Mano, Puglia, Italy 100% Primitivo / 14% abv

This wine is deep red in colour. On the nose, there are intense aromas of ripe dark fruit, crushed raspberries, plums and Mediterranean spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied with a great concentration of ripe, rounded fruit.

2020 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Château Tour de Capet, Bordeaux, France Merlot, Malbec / 13.5%

Deep dark purple in colour, this beautiful Saint-Émilion wine has a complex bouquet of dark berries, tobacco and lightly toasted spices. Intense flavours of ripe fruit are abundant on the palate, with smooth and delicate tannins.

Rosé

2024 Organic Rosado, Familia Castaño, Murcia, Spain Monastrell / 12% abv

Delicate, pale pink in colour, this wine shows fruity aromas of peach, raspberry and apricot, with hints of dried fruit. On the palate the wine is juicy and fresh.

2024 Rosé de Syrah IGP Côtes de Thau, Les Vignes de L'Eglise, Languedoc, France 100% Syrah / 13.5% abv

This rosé has a delightful pink hue and opens on a aromas of summer berries and sweet pea. It has excellent concentration and the charming red-fruit profile is lifted by a crisp, mouthwatering freshness.

2024 Rioja Rosado, El Coto, Spain 90% Tempranillo, 10% Garnacha / 13%

This wine is pale pink in colour. On the nose is a bouquet of fresh strawberries, ripe raspberries and candied cherry, with notes of caramel. The palate is fresh with a lively acidity and a clean, crisp finish.

2024 `Cuvée Alexandre` Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence Rosé, Château Beaulieu, France 54% Grenache, 18% Cinsault, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Syrah / 12.5%

Delicate pale pink in colour. The nose displays aromas of redcurrant and exotic fruits. On the palate, a zesty and fresh acidity combines beautifully with a distinctive red fruit character, which provides an elegant mouthfeel and refreshing length.

Sparkling / Champagne

NV Prosecco Spumante Extra Dry, Ca' di Alte, Veneto, Italy 100% Glera / 11% abv

This Prosecco is a light straw yellow with fine bubbles. A pleasant bouquet with notes of pear and floral hints is followed by a very bright, clean and lifted, palate. The finish is very dry, with lingering freshness.

2024 Prosecco Rosé, Ca' Morlin, Veneto, Italy Glera, Pinot Noir / 11.5%

Pale pink slightly orange in colour. On the nose, the Prosecco Rosé has aromas of green apple, blackberry and black currant and a delicate floral touch. On the palate is fresh, with predominant fruity notes, good flavour and persistence.

2019 Classic Cuvée Brut, Rathfinny Wine Estate, Sussex, England Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier / 12% abv

Rathfinny’s Classic Cuvée displays vivid aromas of grapefruit, red apple and brioche on the nose. The palate has real focus with zesty acidity and creamy texture. Rich, biscuity notes lead to a refreshing and moreish finish.

NV Brut Réserve, Charles Heidsieck, Champagne, France Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meunier / 12% abv

The Brut Réserve NV is a radiant pale gold colour with fine, persistent bubbles. The nose is characterised by complex pastry aromas, with an opulent combination of ripe apricot, mango, greengages, dried fruits, pistachio and almond. The palate begins with a silky-smooth sensation, developing into ripe fleshy apricot, melon and enticing plum pastry notes and delicate spice. There is perfect balance of freshness and generosity.

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