Domaine De Corbeton Chablis 2005, Burgundy, France
‘This is Chardonnay in its purest form with citrus traits and a floral edge with enough weight to match up to milder shellfish dishes.'

Domaine Henry Pelle, Menetou Salon, 2005, Loire Valley, France
‘Menetou Salon lies to the west of the more famous Sancerre. This is classic Loire Sauvignon Blanc with herbal undertones, gooseberry top notes and a dry minerality at the finish.'

Canaletto Pinot Grigio 2005, Veneto IGT, Italy
From the north east of Italy, Pinot Grigio is all about zesty fruitiness with a soft acidity that can provide a backdrop for a multitude of dishes especially those with a lemon edge.

Le Vent Des Garrigues Viognier, 2005, Languedoc Roussillon, France
‘Viognier is at home in the south of France and this is all about apricots with a hint of spice and a mineral end. Drink alongside dishes such as Patia that have a sweet and sour attitude.'

Lingenfelder Fish Label Riesling, 2004 Mosel Valley, Germany
Rainer Lingenfelder is a man on a mission to modernise German wine. This is lightweight, off dry with a floral fragrance balanced with lime tanginess.  The touch of sugar offsets chilli so well. Drink with tomato based fish and vegetarian dishes.

Cave De Turkheim Pinot Gris, 2004, Alsace, France
The protected climate of Alsace gives forward, aromatic styles; this is off dry and mid weight with a tropical twist. Try with prawns and fish dishes.

Norton Torrontes, 2005, Mendoza, Argentina
‘The Torrontes grape is the Argentines own. This has exotic fruit aromas and flavours with a fresh ginger twist. Enjoy with Marsala or biryani dishes.’

Dashwood Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2006, New Zealand
‘Dashwood has everything that you would expect from a New Zealand Sauvignon- a racy acidity, citrus, ripe gooseberry and tangy passion fruit. Enjoy with Paneer dishes and those that have a fruity side’

Val Do Sosego Albarino 2005, Rias Baixas, Spain
Seldom found away from Spains North West coast, Albarino is peach driven with a zippy citrus side. Try with vegetable and fish dishes.

Anakena Chardonnay Reserva 2004, Rapel Valley, Chile - £20.95
'A classical style of Chardonnay, part barrel fermented and subtly oaked aged to give depth and weight with a creamy, nutty edge to the ripe stone fruit flavours. Perfect alongside Korma and Pasanda.

Concha Y Toro Casillero Del Diablo Shiraz Rose 2005, Maule Valley, Chile
‘Summer pudding in a glass, with plenty of brambles and a sprinkle of spice.  A good all round rose with medium chicken and lamb dishes.’

Marques De Caceres Rioja Rose 2004, Rioja Spain
‘Dry with juicy redcurrant and raspberry scents and flavours, this is midweight and a good complement to many a lamb dish.’

Fetzer Valley Oaks Syrah Rose 2005, California, USA
‘A refreshing mix of fragrant strawberries and raspberry, balanced with a fine tuned acidity and juicy ripe berry flavours. ’

Ernest Loosen Villa Wolf Pinot Noir Rose 2005, Phalz, Germany
There’s an earthy element to this delicious off dry rose with ripe redcurrants, a creamy mouth feel and spot on acidity. It works with everything from mild citrus or tomato based dishes and those with heat.

Cono Sur Pinot Noir 2005, Rapel Valley, Chile
‘Lashings of strawberry jam with vanilla and leather hints, there are plenty of juicy red berry flavours and a soft end.

Parducci Pinot Noir 2005, California, USA
Pinot noir is one of the most Indian food friendly red grapes and this has in intense whiff of ripest blueberry with vanilla, spice and tobacco note. There juicy berry flavours with plump raison and soft tannins. It works well with the earthiness of lentil, mushrooms and also lamb.

Musar Cuvee Rouge 2003, Bekaa Valley Lebanon
From the cult Lebanese producer Chateau Musar, this Carignan based red flirts with juicy blueberry and tangy cranberry, its mid weight with a ripe soft finish. There is no oak. Try with chicken or lamb dishes that are heavy on the tomatoes and peppers.

Marques De Concordia Signa Tempranillo 2003, Rioja, Spain
Modern young Rioja with touches of cherry and raspberry and subtle vanilla from 6 months oak. Drink alongside lamb or aubergines or those with fenugreek. 

Vale Do Clara Tinto, 2004, Douro Valley, Portugal
A good mix of cherry, dark berry oak and spice with a chocolate edge, ripe tannins and cherries at the end. Vale Do Clara is made by Port producer Quinta De La Rosa from the same indigenous grapes that make Port.

Lamura Nero D’Avola, 2005 Sicily, Italy
Fragrant with fruits of the forest, this is mid weight with moreish dark cherry flavours with a twist of black pepper and lifting acidity. It sits well next to a wide range of dishes.

De Martino Legado Carmenere 2004, Maipo Valley, Chile
Though Bordelaise in origin, the Chileans have adopted the Carmenere grape as their own and these are organically grown. It’s a tangy mix of spiced blueberry with vanilla undertones and a herby edge. Try with rich lamb dishes with green pepper and herbs.

Domaine De Grangeneuve Vieilles Vignes 2003, Coteaux De Triscatin, France
From a little known area of the southern Rhone Valley, this old vine blend of Grenache and Syrah shouts of rich fruit cake, liquorice and spice. Its oak free but full bodied with forward ripe fruit and a spiced end. Try alongside lentil or lamb dishes.

Chapoutier La Bernardine Chateauneuf Du Pape 2001,Rhone Valley, France - £35.95
A classic from one of the Rhone’s best producers. The grapes are grown according to biodynamic principles- that’s organics taking into account cosmic forces! Although 13 grapes are permitted in Chateauneuf Du Pape, Chapoutier use just Grenache. This is big, rich and complex with dried fruit and black pepper.

Ca Rosa Prosecco NV, Valdobbiadene, Italy
‘From the North East of Italy, the Prosecco grape is all about lively fruit with apples and peach’

Segura Viduas Brut Cava NV, Penedes, Spain
‘Made by the same method as Champagne from local Spanish varieties, this is a savoury mouthful with a creamy richness and nutty notes.’

H Blin and Co Brut Tradition, Champagne, France
From a small cooperative in the Marne Valley, this Pinot Meunier dominated Champagne is all about finely tuned elegance and red fruit touches with toasty brioche notes.

Sparkling
Ca Rosa Prosecco NV, Valdobbiadene, Italy
125ml - £4.95, 175ml - £5.95, Bottle - £21.00
‘Refreshingly fruity, apple and peach like with a lifting zestiness’

Red
Coopers Crossing Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2004, Australia
125ml - £3.50, 175ml - £4.50, Bottle - £14.95
‘soft and brambly with juicy fruits’

Dessert Wine
By the glass 125ml or ½ bottle (37.5cl)

Stella Bella Pink Muscat 2005, Western Australia 37.5cl
125ml - £6.95, Bottle - £18.00
Light, sweet and refreshingly grapey with a touch of the exotic. Good along side fruit or ice cream dessert and those with an Indian accent.