Summer 2019 Wine List Page 1 of 37 Our wine list is a bespoke collection of wines from across the world, we strive to bring you the new, the unusual and the very best. We work closely with suppliers from across the country to take you on a journey, from the far reaches of South America, India, Australia and many more. Whilst not forgetting England. The array of wines selected is designed to complement and enhance extraordinary cuisine produced by Peter Neville and his award winning team, who select only the best seasonal produce from local suppliers. If you have any questions the staff here at The Pheasant Hotel will always be more than happy to help. Page 2 of 37 Contents 5. SOMETHING NEW 7. SPARKLING 8. WINES BY THE GLASS 9. PREMIUM WINES BY THE GLASS 11. WHITES: Light, dry and easy quaffing 15. WHITES: Aromatic and a little more complex 17. WHITES: Full flavoured and Generous 19. WHITES: Classic Whites 21. REDS: Soft and gentle flavours 25. REDS: Structured and Fruity 27. REDS: Bold, rich and bigger 31. REDS: Classic Reds 33. PINK & BLUSH 33. SWEETER & STICKIER 35. PORT & DIGESTIFS 37. MAGNUMS & DOUBLE MAGNUMS Look out throughout our wine list for some of the team’s favourites. Page 3 of 37 “Champagne! In victory one deserves it, in defeat one needs it.” Napoleon Bonaparte – 18th-century French conqueror Page 4 of 37 Something New We are passionate about our wine selection and feel it is important to be able to offer a great selection of wines from across the world and from places people do not get to visit. This month we are happy and excited to be working with Sula Wines of India. After Liam visited the vineyard at the end of March he could not wait to bring the wines back for The Pheasant’s guests to enjoy. In 1996, Rajeev Samant planted the first wine grapes in Nashik and today this region is not only India's premier wine-growing region but also 80% of India's wine is produced here. Spread over a total of over 3000 acres, Sula's owned and contracted vineyards are home to some of India's finest grapes and the site of the latest in viticulture innovation and technology. Farmers are partners in there journey to produce excellent wines and they work hand-in-hand to secure supply, provide on-ground training and support, and share the latest in sustainable winegrowing practices. BIN Bottle 501 Sula Vineyards 'Dindori Reserve', Maharashtra, Shiraz 2017 A full flavoured Shiraz, which is deep inky purple in colour and has pronounced aromas of 25 sun-ripened red cherries, sweet spice and a hint of pepper. Rich dark fruits follow through on the full bodied palate, with a touch of eucalyptus and a rich finish. 502 Sula Vineyards 'Dindori Reserve', Maharashtra, Viognier 2018 25 Exotic aromas of peach and lychee lead to a full bodied palate. Rich and opulent, with vibrant tropical fruit flavours and a distinctive mid palate sweetness through to a long mineral finish. 25 503 Sula Vineyards, Maharashtra, Chenin Blanc 2018 Aromas of green apple and pear combine with tropical fruit flavours and mineral undertones. A notable acidity and hint of sweetness give this wine a balanced structure and refreshing character. 505 Sula Vineyards, Maharashtra, Zinfandel 2018 25 Fruit driven, seductive and youthful, this Zinfandel shows aromas of red berries, blackberry and plum with a hint of cinnamon. A beautifully balanced medium bodied wine with supple tannins and a lingering finish. Page 5 of 37 “Remember gentlemen, it’s not just France we are fighting for, it’s Champagne!” Winston Churchill – UK Prime Minister from 1940-1945 and 1951-1955 Page 6 of 37 Sparkling Sparkling wines are the perfect accompaniment to any celebration. They can, however, be just as perfect without! We have a good selection of sparkling wines from around The World which are guaranteed to delight and inspire. BIN Bottle 1 Sacchetto, Prosecco Extra Dry Fili NV - Vento Italy 35 A fresh and fruity sparkling Prosecco with fine bubbles. 2 Canevel Prosecco di Valdobbiadene DOCG Extra Dry 2017 - Vento Italy 40 The jewel in Canevel’s crown right from the beginning: an exceptional wine for elegance and balance combined with the intense aromas of apples, wisteria and acacia flowers. 3 Sacchetto, Fili Rosé Prosecco DOC - Vento Italy 35 A pale colour but with plenty of fruit, dry and good on its own or with many meat dishes. 4 Champagne Drappier Carte d’Or Brut NV - Champagne, France 60 Drappier are one of the oldest (1808) and also one of the smallest of the Champagne Houses. A Pinot Noir-based Champagne of style and finesse, Carte d’Or offers delicate aromas of white peach, quince and a touch of spice. The dry, elegant palate shows an impressive degree of concentration, along with fine bubbles and a long, crisp finish. 5a Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée NV - Champagne, France 90 A subtle combination of structure, length and vivacity, with a tannic finish due to the adjunction of red wine. 5b Champagne Bollinger Rosé NV - Champagne, France 110 A subtle combination of structure, length and vivacity, with a tannic finish due to the addition of red wine; flavours of wild berries and bubbles like velvet. 6 Gusbourne Blancs de Blancs 2013 - Kent, England 90 The English are coming! 100% Chardonnay, crisp and fresh, a real delight. 7 Champagne Laurent-Perrier Rosé NV - Champagne, France 110 In its elegant bottle of late 16th century inspiration, this rosé champagne is memorable for its freshness and unique aromas of fresh-picked red berries. 8 Louis Roederer Brut Premier NV - Champagne, France 115 Given extra depth by the addition of older wines in the final cuvée. 9 Champagne Cuvée Dom Perignon 2009 - Champagne, France 300 The deluxe of Mőet et Chandon to celebrate the achievements of monk - M. Perignon who perfected the Champagne production process. 10 Champagne Pol Roger, Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill 2004 - Champagne, France 250 This was created in homage to Sir Winston Churchill who was a great devotee of Pol Roger's Champagnes. Deep golden and yellow in colour, it has a continuous thread of lingering bubbles. Page 7 of 37 Wines by the Glass We are passionate about our wine selection and feel it is important to be able to offer a great selection of wines by the glass. We regularly review and update this selection, so that we can ensure that all wines work with our menus and if any help in matching a glass with your food is required please ask. BIN SPARKLING THE GLASS 125ml 175ml Carafe 1 Sacchetto, Prosecco Extra Dry Fili NV Veneto, Italy 8 10 - 4 Champagne Drappier Carte d’Or Brut France 12 15 - 3 Sacchetto, Fili Rose Prosecco Veneto, Itlay 10 12 - BIN WHITES BY THE GLASS 125ml 175ml Carafe 11 Pheasant Unoaked-Viura Spain 5 6 13 14 Castel Firmian Pinot Grigio Italy 7 9 18 17 Sauvignon Blanc, Saint Clair New Zealand 7 9 18 18 Sancerre, Rossignole France 9 11 23 19 Gavi di Gavi ‘La Meirana’, Broglia Italy 9 11 23 35 Maggio Chardonnay California,US 7 9 18 BIN REDS BY THE GLASS 125ml 175ml Carafe 57 Pheasant Tempranillo Spain 5 6 13 89 Saint Emillion, Grand Cru Bordeaux, France 10 13 28 59A Finca La Colonia Coleccion Malbec, Argentina 7 9 20 65 Pinot Noir, Saint Clair New Zealand 9 11 22 66 Artesa Organic Rioja Spain 7 9 20 70 Merlot Reserva, Vina Echeverria Chile 6 8 16 73 ‘Black Shiraz' Berton Vineyard South Australia 7 9 18 BIN ROSÉ BY THE GLASS 125ml 175ml Carafe 101 L’arumude Rose France, Provence 7 8 21 Page 8 of 37 Premium Wines by the Glass Our more premium wines are also available by 125ml glass size. These are poured using the Coravin wine preservation system, without pulling the cork, thus ensuring that the wine inside the bottle is kept in good condition with the use of a little inert gas. BIN WHITES BY THE GLASS 125ml 50 Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc, Beaubrand 2018 Rhone, France 18 52 Freestone Vineyards Chardonnay, Joseph Phelps 2015 California, US 19 53 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes, Domaine Marc Morey 2015 France 25 56 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes 2016 Burgundy, France 35 509 Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos Domaine William Fevre 2010 Burgundy, France 50 BIN REDS BY THE GLASS 125ml 62 Sharphams , Pinot Noir Devon, England 20 88 Cabernet Sauvignon, Cakebread Cellars 2013/14 California, USA 30 91 Chambolle Musigny ‘Vieilles Vignes;, Magnien 2011 Burgundy, France 19 93 Chȃteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine de la Solitude 2014 Rhône, France 14 94 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico ‘Costaserra’, Masi 2012 Veneto, Italy 18 95 Chateau Haut Batailley ,GrandCru Classe 2004 Bordeaux 30 96 Bourgogne Grande Ordinaire, Domaine Perrot-Minot 2016 Burgundy 16 97 Nuits-St-Georges 1er Cru ‘Chaignots’, Michelot 2012 Burgundy, France 23 98 Barolo ‘Canubi’, E.Pira 2012 Piedmont, Italy 30 99 Morey St Denis 1er Cru ‘La Forge’ Clos de Tart 2008/11 Burgundy, France 45 100 Barbaresco, Gaja 2012 Piedmont, Italy 50 508 Chateau Palmer, Grand Cru 2000 Margaux, France 180 BIN ROSÉ BY THE GLASS 125ml 103 Whispering Angel, Cotes de Provence Rose Provence, France 14 Page 9 of 37 “Pleasure without Champagne is purely artificial.” Oscar Wilde – 19th-century writer and humorist Page 10 of 37 White Wine LIGHT, DRY & EASY QUAFFING These crisp, easy sipping and moreish whites make for the perfect aperitif wines. However, they also make for perfect partners with lighter flavoured dishes, seafood and salads.