House Wine: Red

‘Red cherries, strawberries and a gentle hint of vanilla, with sweet spices and cured meat. The palate is ripe, with defined fruit, leading to a good finish with balanced alcohol – great quality.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester. ‘Nicely integrated oak aromas, giving space to blackcurrant, blackberries and violets. Ripe, with good tannin structure, medium length and good bite.'
Vanessa Stolz, Pine.

£9.14 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'A very fresh fruit profile, with good oak integration and a pleasantly long finish. This has good typicity, complexity and ageing potential – very good.'
Mateusz Kowalczyk, Kai Mayfair.

'With notes of strawberry, blueberry, coconut oil and tobacco leaves, this is a wine that will only improve, and would be great to pair with beef wellington.'
Fred Goodwin-Hayward, Restaurant Hywel Jones.

£10.00 Size: 75cl Gonzalez Byass UK

'A complex wine that ticks all the boxes, with intense aromas and flavours of red and dark fruits, including wild cherry, strawberry and blackberry, combined with hints of leather and tobacco, leading to a long finish.'
Anastasios Karakasis, Bacchanalia.

'A brilliant, intense Primitivo with a dense, slightly rich texture, soft acidity, fine tannins and a mineral finish.'
Chris Goodale, Julie’s Restaurant.

£8.80 Size: 75cl Bibendum

'A real brightness and ripeness here, with red plum fruit, Asian spice, vanilla, cedar and clove. Herbal notes add some complexity.'
Stephanie Wangui, Noble Rot.

'Bright fruit notes, with lots of floral tones of violet and rose too, and a subtle spice on the finish.'
Elizabeth Mellish, Gleneagles Townhouse.

£7.76 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Deep red and dark fruit, with notes of black olive and black pepper, and a good mineral finish.'
Chris Goodale, Julie’s Restaurant.

'Intense tannins and black fruit, with a smoky barbecue note, blackcurrant, leather, olive and tea.'
Matthew Davison, Moor Hall.

£9.61 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Fruity, with a herbal note and a liquorice undertone, this is dry, with firm tannins. An interesting wine to pair with food.'
Elizabeth Mellish, Gleneagles Townhouse.

'Good intensity, with ripe black fruit, some sweet spices from the oak, and a long finish.'
Giuseppe D'Aniello, The London Edition.

£8.90 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Ripe red plum and dark forest fruit flavours lead to some spice notes that mingle with cocoa, as well as some earthiness.'
Clara Rubin, Hawksmoor Group.

'Ripe character, with a nice coffee undertone and some tannic structure. Good value.'
Glen Montgomery, Eorna.

£6.77 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'A soft style of Cabernet with nice fruitiness and a hint of green capsicum.'
Maria Cintoli, Gravetye Manor.

'Cassis notes, and a leafiness, together with black tea – good typicity and balance, with rounded tannins and good balancing acidity.'
Clara Rubin, Hawksmoor Group.

£6.77 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'With nice black and blue fruit, this is quite moreish and rounded, not to mention balanced and varietal.'
Emer Landgraf, The Clove Club.

'Bags of fruit and power here, with a bold texture and chunky tannins.'
Clara Rubin, Hawksmoor Group.

£7.76 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Fresh cherries are balanced by a leathery character – good length too.'
Klearhos Kanellakis, Ekstedt at The Yard.

'With a smoky, barbecue sauce note, there’s stunning balance here for the price, and with a good finish.'
Alberto Gherardi, Gordon Ramsay Group.

£6.83 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Slatey, with green herbaceous notes and dense, plush fruit like plum and damson, as well as some spice. Tartness from the herbaceousness cuts through the wood, while alcohol and tannins are both high but well integrated. Would love this with blue cheese' Stephanie Wangui, Noble Rot.

£8.23 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'The oak is present here, giving a softer edge to the wine, with lovely coconut notes, as well as a pleasant texture and ripe fruit flavours.'
Vanessa Stolz, Pine.

'Juicy red fruit and gentle oak notes, and development of some tertiary notes too. Very good for the price point.'
Mateusz Kowalczyk, Kai Mayfair.

£9.00 Size: 75cl Enotria&Coe

'Great intensity on the nose, with very well defined red and black fruit, and a floral component followed by notes of grilled meat and black pepper. Showing great concentration, with finesse and an elegant finish.'
Giuseppe D'Aniello, The London Edition.

£9.72 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'A good peppery quality in addition to dense black fruit, with tannins providing texture, and with good length. Good value too.'
Glen Montgomery, Eorna.

'With loads of clove and peppery notes, this is full bodied, but ripe and soft.'
Maria Cintoli, Gravetye Manor.

£6.50 Size: 75cl Majestic Commercial

'A sweet and spicy nose with notes of red cherry, and a palate that’s off dry, with vanilla notes and good concentration.'
Federico Moccia, 67 Pall Mall.

'A red fruit driven wine with a hint of blackberry character, and a good finish.'
Davide Santeramo, The Ritz.

£8.83 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

'Plummy and herbaceous, with ripe, dark fruit and a rich, intense palate with a spicy finish, this is a food friendly wine.'
Erik Simonics, Sunset Hospitality Group.

'Dense, ripe fruit and some spice, as well as juniper and anise, there’s real brightness here, with some well-integrated, chalky tannin.'
Stephanie Wangui, Noble Rot.

£7.27 Size: 75cl Molson Coors

'A great example, with ripe, dark fruit driven with spicy tones – rich and well balanced, with a long finish.'
Erik Simonics, Sunset Hospitality Group.

'Bright red fruit and lots of freshness, with a subtle black pepper note. A well rounded and balanced wine.'
Elizabeth Mellish, Gleneagles Townhouse.

£7.27 Size: 75cl Molson Coors

'Violet notes with supple, plump black fruit, as well as some oak and spice – real density on the nose, with a slight earthiness, leading to chewy tannins with a chalky disposition.'
Stephanie Wangui, Noble Rot.

'Black cherry and plum, with a meaty component too, and good length and complexity on the palate.'
Giuseppe D'Aniello, The London Edition.

£7.27 Size: 75cl Molson Coors

'Intense, with spicy fruit, damson and Earl Grey-soaked prunes, as well as wet earth and leaf. A juicy and inviting wine with high acidity and ripe, integrated tannins' Stephanie Wangui, Noble Rot.

'Approachable and red fruit driven, there's great freshness on the palate.'
Erik Simonics, Sunset Hospitality Group.

£8.27 Size: 75cl Matthew Clark

'An approachable wine with bright red fruit and notes of Earl Grey tea – needs food.'
Erik Simonics, Sunset Hospitality Group.

'A dry and fruity red with notes of bright strawberry, cherry and raspberry. Easy drinking, and could even be chilled slightly.'
Elizabeth Mellish, Gleneagles Townhouse.

£8.17 Size: 75cl Majestic Commercial

'A really concentrated wine, full of fruit and spice character. Liquorice and red plum, with cassis and pepper too, with a pleasant burst of juicy fruit on the finish.'
Clara Rubin, Hawksmoor Group.

'Amazing varietal typicity, with blackcurrant fruit and some spice too.'
Glen Montgomery, Eorna.

£9.17 Size: 75cl Viña i SpA.

'Great aromas of sour cherry and blackberry, as well as smoke, leather and oak, with an earthiness too.'
Matthew Davison, Moor Hall.

'A very expressive nose of oregano and thyme, with a long finish and good ageing potential – perfect for slow-cooked meat.'
Giacomo Recchia, Bob Bob Ricard.

£10.00 Size: 75cl RBW Wines

'An elegant wine with balanced fruit and a touch of sweetness and spice, showing notes of sour and red cherry, violet and florals.'
Matthew Davison, Moor Hall.

'Intense, with wild strawberries and cherries, blackberries and blueberries, as well as some minerality.'
Anastasios Karakasis, Bacchanalia.

£8.80 Size: 75cl Bibendum

'Rich and spicy, this is approachable, juicy and fresh. A great by-the-glass candidate.'
Erik Simonics, Sunset Hospitality Group.

'Fruit flavours are nicely balanced by some subtle spice and violet notes – this would pair well with a variety of foods, or can be enjoyed on its own.'
Elizabeth Mellish, Gleneagles Townhouse.

£9.50 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Ripe, sweet fruit, with dark cherries, floral notes and sweet spice, as well as some candied red-fruit notes.'
Philipp Reinstaller, Raffles London at The OWO.

'An enjoyable wine that’s smooth, rounded and flavourful – a great choice at a bar or pub, alongside some grilled chops.'
Nikos Emner, Dinner by Heston.

£9.07 Size: 75cl Boutinot

'A tart style of Nero d'Avola, with good fruit and herbaceousness.'
Chris Goodale, Julie’s Restaurant.

'Bright morello cherry aromas lead to chewy tannins, juicy fruit and integrated toastiness and spice.'
Matthew Davison, Moor Hall.

£8.82 Size: 75cl Alliance Wine

'Ripe black fruit on the nose, with some pungent spices too, leading to a dry palate with good texture and ripe tannins.'
Giuseppe D'Aniello, The London Edition.

'An easy drinking red, bright and fresh with juiciness and fresh notes of rose petal and violet.'
Elizabeth Mellish, Gleneagles Townhouse.

£8.65 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Red fruit aromas balanced with balsamic notes and acidity, leading to a good finish.'
Federico Moccia, 67 Pall Mall.

'Fruit forward, with spicy, peppery characteristics, and a smooth palate.'
Biagio Castaldo, Maison Estelle.

£7.73 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Ripe and black fruit driven, with sweet spices, this is round and rich, but well balanced, with a long-lasting finish showing signs of complexity.'
Erik Simonics, Sunset Hospitality Group.

'Delicate floral notes in between bright red fruit – a juicy red wine that’s easy drinking.'
Elizabeth Mellish, Gleneagles Townhouse.

£7.96 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Really ripe, with dark cherry, blackberry and medicinal notes, leading to ripe tannins on the palate, with good acidity and structure. A very well made wine.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester.

'A mature red, with notes of plum with oak spice and a good backbone of acidity. Very good value for money.'
Mateusz Kowalczyk, Kai Mayfair.

£8.26 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Fresh, with raspberry and strawberry notes, and hints of minerality.'
Anastasios Karakasis, Bacchanalia.

'Taut and grippy, with great acidity complementing the fruit core.'
Chris Goodale, Julie’s Restaurant.

'Ripe berry and plum, with some herbal notes – very good for pasta with meat sauce.'
Giacomo Recchia, Bob Bob Ricard.

£7.46 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Very obviously Sangiovese, with high tannins and acidity, and some good red fruit character.'
Chris Goodale, Julie’s Restaurant.

'Fresh, with notes of strawberry and wild cherry.'
Anastasios Karakasis, Bacchanalia.

'Sour red fruit and subtle spice, with grippy tannins and a taut finish.'
Matthew Davison, Moor Hall.

£6.48 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Good typicity, with dark plummy fruits, and gently herbaceous too, with a nice tannin structure.'
Glen Montgomery, Eorna.

'Real concentration and vibrant colour, with fruit on the nose and spice on the palate.'
Clara Rubin, Hawksmoor Group.

£7.66 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'With notes of rose, cherry and strawberry, this is fresh and elegant on the nose, leading to a bright palate – a bargain for the price.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester.

'Plum, blackcurrant, sage and thyme notes. A full-bodied wine, excellent with a Sunday roast dinner, or on its own.'
Fred Goodwin-Hayward, Restaurant Hywel Jones.

£6.29 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Light and bright, this is fruit focused and easy drinking.'
Erin Donnelly, Heron.

'Lovely freshness – a good by-the-glass option.'
Joshua Castle, Noble Rot.

'Juicy and soft – you can’t argue with that price point either.'
Zoé Donadio, Apricity Restaurant.

£7.69 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

Light and fruit focused, with lots of spice on the nose.'
Erin Donnelly, Heron.

'With its juicy fruit, this would work well by the glass in the summer, for pubs or bars.'
Josie Phillips, consultant sommelier.

'A great by-the-glass wine – would be refreshing chilled.'
Joshua Castle, Noble Rot.

£7.71 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Blackcurrant and black cherry on the nose, with delicate black fruit on the palate, which is showing great balanced structure. A good wine by the glass.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester.

'With blueberry and strawberry notes, this is smooth and easy to drink on its own, but great with seared tuna too.'
Fred Goodwin-Hayward, Restaurant Hywel Jones.

£7.30 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'Fresh, with a leafy, vegetal character, some ripe red fruits and slightly green tannins.'
Glen Montgomery, Eorna.

'Very ferrous, with green tannins and lots of acidity.'
Emer Landgraf, The Clove Club.

£10.00 Size: 75cl Molson Coors

Black pepper, olives, and Provençal herbs, with great red fruit on the palate, gentle floral notes and good spices. Balanced alcohol, good tannins and a great finish.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester.

'Smooth blackcurrant and plum, with white pepper coming through afterwards. Excellent on its own, but a good red to cut through something like a meat pie too.'
Fred Goodwin-Hayward, Restaurant Hywel Jones.

£9.88 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

'A red and dark fruit-led nose with a good balance of juicy fruit notes and soft tannins.'
Mateusz Kowalczyk, Kai Mayfair.

'A bold red with notes of blueberry muffin, cherry and baking spice – great with a barbecued steak.'
Fred Goodwin-Hayward, Restaurant Hywel Jones.

£9.21 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

'Smoky hints of black fruit, with bacon and cured meat, and an elegant palate with balanced alcohol and acidity, and well-defined fruit. This would offer flexibility on a wine list.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester.

'Notes of plum, cherry and allspice – excellent with roast beef.'
Fred Goodwin-Hayward, Restaurant Hywel Jones.

£9.37 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

'Earthy blueberry and red cherry notes.'
Konstantinos Nestoridis, Midsummer House.

'Sweet spices, with some smoke coming through – wonderful balance.'
Alberto Gherardi, Gordon Ramsay Group.

'Fresh fruit with an earthiness, and well balanced oak.'
Klearhos Kanellakis, Ekstedt at The Yard.

£8.41 Size: 75cl LWC Drinks

'A good, juicy Cabernet with harmonious balance, good fruit concentration and some medicinal character, as well as some savoury notes.'
Mateusz Kowalczyk, Kai Mayfair.

'A typical nose of ripe blackberries and marzipan, with ripe fruit on the palate, as well as good acidity and tannins.'
Vanessa Stolz, Pine.

£10.00 Size: 75cl Gonzalez Byass UK

'A real crowd pleaser that’s mainly black fruit driven on the nose, with some violet notes. Fresh and fruity on the palate, with good balance.'
Davide Santeramo, The Ritz.

'Good complexity across black and red fruit, with a herbal component, and ripe tannins.'
Biagio Castaldo, Maison Estelle.

£10.00 Size: 75cl Hatch Mansfield

'Good red and black fruit character, with tannins that are round and ripe.'
Clara Rubin, Hawksmoor Group.

'Balanced and pleasant, with dark forest fruits and baking spices. Good tannin structure.'
Emer Landgraf, The Clove Club.

£7.50 Size: 75cl Majestic Commercial

A delicate, fruity wine, crunchy and bright, with bright red fruit flavours, as well as a slightly herbaceous tone.'
Elizabeth Mellish, Gleneagles Townhouse.

'Varietal and red fruit driven, this is well made, with a spicy finish and refreshing aftertaste.'
Erik Simonics, Sunset Hospitality Group.

£9.36 Size: 75cl Jascots Wine Merchants

'Highly drinkable, with a good balance of acidity and fruit concentration. A good all-rounder fruity red.'
Mateusz Kowalczyk, Kai Mayfair.

'With plum and cherry fruit, and undertones of star anise, with a long finish, this would be great with meat.'
Fred Goodwin-Hayward, Restaurant Hywel Jones.

£9.35 Size: 75cl Jascots Wine Merchants

'Fragrant and aromatic, with red berries and black fruit, and a floral hint. The palate is soft and juicy, with gentle spices.'
Laurent Chaniac, The Cinnamon Collection.

'Raspberries and liquorice on the nose, with medium aromatic intensity and soft tannins.'
Nikos Emner, Dinner by Heston.

£7.51 Size: 75cl Boutinot

Delicately poised, with cranberry and pomegranate, and light concentration.'
Joshua Castle, Noble Rot.

'Good black fruit and oak integration.'
Erin Donnelly, Heron.

'A good by-the-glass option, juicy and fresh, from an interesting region.'
Zoé Donadio, Apricity Restaurant.

£9.10 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

'Notes of coconut and dark cherry, with well-defined tertiary notes in addition to the primary fruit. Very good value for money.'
Mateusz Kowalczyk, Kai Mayfair.

'With plum, cherry and sage notes, this is a broad wine that would match with roast meat, but could also be enjoyed on its own.'
Fred Goodwin-Hayward, Restaurant Hywel Jones.

£7.85 Size: 75cl The Society of Vintners

'A lovely sour cherry nose with balsamic notes, leading to a crunchy palate with good flavour definition.'
Federico Moccia, 67 Pall Mall.

'A good bouquet on the nose, fruity and floral, with strawberry notes, leading to a pleasant, balanced palate.'
Davide Santeramo, The Ritz.

£8.07 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

'Concentrated and powerful, this has bags of dark fruit and earthy notes, with huge texture and punchy tannins.'
Clara Rubin, Hawksmoor Group.

'An incredible colour, and rich, dense flavours – this would be great for a barbecue.'
Glen Montgomery, Eorna.

£6.50 Size: 75cl Hatch Mansfield

'Peppery spice as well as black and red fruit, and some liquorice too.'
Alberto Gherardi, Gordon Ramsay Group.

'Notes of roasted beet and cherry compote.'
Konstantinos Nestoridis, Midsummer House.

'Fantastic value for money, with nice fruit expression.'
Klearhos Kanellakis, Ekstedt at The Yard.

£4.00 Size: 75cl Broadland Drinks

'Really well balanced, with fresh, crunchy fruit as well as well-integrated spice and oak notes, and a wet-leaf note too.'
Stephanie Wangui, Noble Rot.

'An easy-drinking, fruity red wine with lots of bright red fruit flavours.'
Elizabeth Mellish, Gleneagles Townhouse.

£7.50 Size: 75cl Bibendum

'Crisp dark-fruit notes and well integrated oak notes that are harmoniously married with the primary flavours. Very good value for money.'
Mateusz Kowalczyk, Kai Mayfair.

'Nuances of maraschino cherry, olive tapenade and black pepper, leading to great tannins and good fruit concentration on the palate. One to pair with grilled meat.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester.

£9.90 Size: 75cl Solaris Wines