Gourmet Spot - Wines - The Avenue, Durham City DH1 4DX - Discover New Sensations - Molecular Gastronomy

Working with our wine merchant, we have endeavoured to find wines to suit all palates and pockets. We have specifically chosen wines that are drinking well now, from some of the finest producers. Many of our wines are available by the glass, so why not try something different. Above all, our wine list reflects our aims to present good food and good wine in a relaxed and enjoyable environment – enjoy.


Champagne Henriot Sparkling - Champagne
France White - Rosé - Red
Italy White - Rosé - Red
New World White - Rosé - Red
Mediterranean White - Red
Dessert Wines
After Dinner Drinks Port - Grappa - Armagnac

	Champagne Henriot
	The Henriot family has been in Champagne since the 16th Century. In 1808, the decision was taken to start selling Henriot Champagne, hitherto reserved for family and friends. This gave birth to the House that is still managed by those who bear its name. Henriot Champagnes are famed for their elegance and exquisite refinement and we hope that you will enjoy them as much as we do.

1.	Brut Souverain, Henriot	NV	£35.00
	Champagne, France (12% abv)	125ml	£6.00
	Fresh, well-balanced and harmonious on the palate with persistent, fine bubbles.

2.	Blanc Souverain Pur Chardonnay, Henriot	NV	£40.00
	Champagne, France (12% abv)	125ml	£7.00
	Intense, complex floral nose with a touch of white fruit. Fruity, sharp, lively, persistent in the mouth with a predominantly citrus finish.

3.	Brut Rosé, Henriot	NV	£40.00
	Champagne, France (12% abv)	125ml	£7.00
	The Henriot rosé epitomises elegance combined with remarkable concentration on the palate, great balance and attractive aromas of red fruits.

4.	Vintage, Henriot	1996	£50.00
	Champagne, France (12% abv)
	Great balance of maturity and acidity, white fruit and flowers evolving towards mineral and spicy notes. The balance, from start to finish is always carried by a creamy foam that magnifies the fresh aromas.

5.	Cuvée des Enchanteleurs , Henriot	1995	£100.00
	Champagne, France (12% abv)
	Produced mainly from Chardonnay grapes, this wine is characterised by its superb balance and an excellent accompaniment to haute cuisine.
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	Sparkling

6.	Pinot Grigio Sparkling, Veritiere	NV	£20.00
	Veneto, Italy (12% abv)	125ml	£4.00
	Fresh, crisp and appealing, with small bubbles and a subtle bouquet. The palate has an apple fruit character and well balanced acidity.
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	Champagne

7.	Taittinger, Nocturne	NV	£50.00
	Champagne, France (12% abv)
	The palate is mellow, fresh and dominated by flavours of raisins and fruit in syrup. In all, a mature, rounded, rich, mellow wine of intense smoothness, tenderness and passion.

8.	Cuvée Dom Perignon, Moet et Chandon	1999	£130.00
	Champagne, France (12.5% abv)
	Aromas of acacia honey and fresh almonds give way to notes of dried apricots and toasted brioche. Full and round with balancing acidity, and a long, silky, elegant finish.

9.	Laurent Perrier, Cuvée Rosé Brut	NV	£60.00
	Champagne, France (12% abv)
	Elegant with soft, consistent bubbles, ripe red fruits such as raspberries and strawberries and a creamy textured, soft finish.

10.	Perrier Jouet, Belle Epoque	1996	£120.00
	Champagne, France (12.5% abv)
	And initial lively freshness leads to a rounded palate that displays notes of honey, vanilla and short bread right through the long, long finish. Truly inspiring.
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	France

	White

11.	La Place Sauvignon Blanc, VdP des Cotes de Gascogne	2006	£12.95
	South West France (12% abv)	175ml	£3.25
	Vibrant and zesty, with the classic sauvignon nose of gooseberries and a hint of tropical fruit on the light bodied, crisp, unoaked palate.

12.	Chateau de Poyet, Vieilles Vignes, Muscadet de Sevre et Maine Sur Lie	2006	£17.95
	Loire, France (12% abv)	175ml	£4.50
	Well balanced with surprisingly good weight and concentration followed by a clean, crisp finish.

13.	Picpoul de Pinet, Domaine Roquemolière	2006	£19.95
	Languedoc Roussillon, France (12.5% abv)
	Crisp, light and aromatic, with remarkable freshness on the palate.

14.	Chablis, Olivier Tricon	2006	£24.95
	Bordeaux, France (12.5% abv)
	This is benchmark Chablis, with crisp, citrus overtones and a mineral finish.

15.	Pouilly Fume, Chateau Favray	2006	£26.95
	Loire, France (12.5% abv)	175ml	£6.50
	A round, lush wine with depth of fruit, fantastic concentration and superb balance.

16.	Gewurztraminer Reserve, Domaine Lucien Albrecht	2005	£28.95
	Alsace, France (13% abv)
	Lychee, honeysuckle and passion fruit flavours with balancing acidity and a clean finish.

17.	Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc, Domaine Chante Cigale	2005	£40.00
	Rhone, France (14% abv)
	Hauntingly fragrant with hints of almond and peach blossom. A smooth, silky textured, balance of dried apricot fruit and fresh appley acidity.

18.	Meursault, Domaine Francois Mikulski	2003	£60.00
	Burgundy, France (13% abv)
	Plenty of buttery vanilla flavours, appley acidity and bags of tropical fruit. The finish is soft and creamy with a touch of limes.

19.	Puligny Montrachet, Henri Boillot	2003/05	£69.95
	Burgundy, France (13% abv)
	A well defined, voluptuous palate offering ripe pineapple and nectarine fruit with spicy, vanilla elements and a lovely mouthfeel.
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	Rosé

20.	Sancerre Rose, Domaine des Vieux Pruniers	2005	£29.95
	Loire, France (13% abv)
	Dry and light with a mouthwatering layer of red fruits covering it’s mineral acidity that lends elegance and poise to the long, crisp finish.
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	Red

21.	La Place Merlot, Vin de Pays d’Oc	2006	£12.95
	Languedoc Roussillon, France (13.% abv)	175ml	£3.25
	Soft and elegant with ripe damson fruit character, subtle tannins and a long, elegant finish.

22.	Lérane Grenache/Syrah, Vin de Pays d’Oc	2006	£13.95
	Languedoc Roussillon, France (13% abv)	175ml	£3.50
	Bursting with red fruit flavours and aromas, supported by soft, integrated tannins and a dry finish.

23.	Cotes du Rhone, Domaine Brusset	2006	£15.95
	Rhone, France (13% abv)
	Red berry fruit aromas precede subtle flavours of raspberries and well balanced, smooth tannins.

24.	Beaujolais Cuvee Traditionnelle, Domaine du Vissoux	2005	£19.95
	Beaujolais, France (12% abv)
	Generous and ripe with juicy cherry fruits supported by balancing acidity and subtle tannins.

25.	Fleurie, La Bonne Dame, Jean Tete	2006	£23.00
	Beaujolais, France (13% abv)
	Medium bodied, soft and supple, with good acidity supporting vivid forest fruit flavours. The finish is elegant, dry and poised.

26.	Organic Crozes Hermitage, Cuvee Laurent , Domaine Combier	2006	£28.50
	Rhone, France (12.5% abv)
	Rich and spicy with ripe tannins. The finish is long, smooth and velvety.

27.	Chateau Haut Bernat, Puisseguin St Emilion	2001	£30.00
	Bordeaux, France (13% abv)
	An elegant, soft, yet structured claret with ripe tannins and excellent fruit concentration.

28.	Chateau Le Boscq Cru Bourgeois, St. Estephe	2003	£34.95
	Bordeaux, France (13.5% abv)
	Spicy, blackcurrant flavoured red, offering fine depth, silky tannins and a long, fleshy finish.

29.	Chateau Tayac, Cru Bourgeois, Margaux	1999	£53.95
	Bordeaux, France (12.5% abv)
	Medium bodied and dry with a firm palate comprising dark forest fruits, hints of wood complexity and spices.

30.	Nuits-St-Georges, Domaine Fernand Lecheneaut	2004	£67.50
	Burgundy, France (13% abv)
	Deep ruby red in colour and evolved nose of red fruit and spice. Rich and well balanced, and the finish is extremely long and elegant.

31.	Chateau Larrivet Haut Brion, Pessac Leognan, Gam Audy	1999	£65.00
	Bordeaux, France (12.5% abv)
	Good colour, with a rich, fat, gently oaky nose. Medium to full bodied, round ripe and very attractive. The finish is long persistent and vigorous.
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	Italy

	White

32.	Fiano, MandraRossa	2006	£13.95
	Sicily, Italy (13.5% abv)	175ml	£3.50
	Medium bodied and dry with balancing acidity keeping the tropical fruits clean and refreshing with a dry, textured finish. Awarded ‘Great Value White Wine of the Year ’, a Gold Medal and Trophy at 2007 International Wine Challenge.

33.	Viognier, MandraRossa	2006	£13.95
	Sicily, Italy (14% abv)	175ml	£3.50
	Medium bodied with plenty of tropical fruit flavours, good balance and a crisp, clean finish.

34.	La Segreta Bianco, Planeta	2006	£19.95
	Sicily, Italy (13% abv)
	Full and dry, smooth and supple with balancing acidity and a long, minty finish.

35.	Pinot Grigio, Colterenzio	2006	£21.95
	Alto Adige, Italy (13% abv)	175ml	£5.00
	The mouthfeel is supple and balanced acidity on the palate leading to a concentrated finish.

36.	Moscato Giallo, Tenuta Manincor	2006	£29.95
	Alto Adige, Italy (12.5% abv)
	Fruity and juicy with pronounced mineral qualities and a lingering aroma.

37.	Capo Martino, Vinnaioli Jermann	2004	£60.00
	Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy (13.5% abv)
	Intensely aromatic with flavours of white flowers and citrus fruits, kept fresh with a delicious streak of acidity.

38.	Pietracalda, Fiano di Avellino, Feudi di San Gregorio	2004/06	£34.95
	Campania, Italy (13% abv)
	Dry and intense, with considerable flavour, a voluptuously textured body and fine, balancing acidity.
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	Rosé

39.	Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé, MandraRossa	2006	£13.95
	Sicily, Italy (12.5% abv)	175ml	£4.00
	A deeply coloured rosé with a wonderfully expressive nose. A lively medium body, balanced acidity.
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	Red

40.	Nero d’Avola, MandraRossa	2005	£13.95
	Sicily, Italy (13.5% abv)	175ml	£3.50
	Richly textured with layers of damson, plum and liquorice spice flavours; elegant but powerful.

41.	La Segreta Rosso, Planeta	2006	£19.95
	Sicily, Italy (13.5% abv)	t 175ml	£4.75
	Aromas of crushed strawberries lead to supple tannins and fresh, rich acidity showing hints of chocolate.

42.	Dolcetto d’Alba, Vigna Nirane, Ascheri	2006	£22.50
	Piemonte, Italy (14% abv)	175ml	£5.50
	Soft yet persistent palate, well balanced acidity and tannins.

43.	Chianti Classico, Fonterutoli	2005	£28.95
	Tuscany, Italy (13.5% abv)
	Full and ripe tannins with integrated acidity leading to a long finish.

44.	Red Angel, Pinot Nero, Vinnaioli Jermann	2005	£29.95
	Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy (13% abv)
	Elegant, round and velvety Pinot Noir with cherry undertones filling out the medium bodied, succulent palate.

45.	Amarone Classico della Valpolicella, Le Vigne	2004	£35.00
	Veneto, Italy (14.5% abv)
	Rich and powerful with strong tannins and considerable texture and complexity.

46.	Barolo, Fontanafredda	2001	£40.00
	Piemonte, Italy (13.5% abv)
	Light in colour but with great power, concentration and well balanced ripe tannins.

47.	Brunello di Montalcino, Fattoria dei Barbi	2001	£49.95
	Tuscany, Italy (13.5% abv)
	This is an austere, warm, amply flavoured and complex wine with a deep ruby to brick-red colour.

48.	Barrua Carignano/Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot, Agricola Punica	2003	£50.00
	Sardinia, Italy (14% abv)
	Velvety in the mouth, with a mellow structure, sweet tannins and a spicy, liquorice finish.
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	New World

	White

49.	Chenin Blanc/Chardonnay, Caracter, Santa Ana	2006	£12.95
	Mendoza, Argentina (13% abv)	175ml	£3.50
	Light to medium bodied and dry, with fresh fruit flavours and a crisp finish.

50.	Sauvignon Blanc Reserva, De Gras	2006	£15.95
	Colchagua Valley, Chile (13.5% abv)	175ml	£4.00
	Well balanced melon, citrus and herbal notes with crisp, refreshing acidity.

51.	Chenin Blanc, The Spice Route Wine Company	2006	£21.95
	Malmesbury, South Africa (13.5% abv)	175ml	£5.00
	On the palate it is full bodied, with a fine structure of ripe tannin and complex, concentrated fruit.

52.	Sauvignon Blanc, Dillons Point, Giesen	2006	£23.00
	Marlborough, New Zealand (13% abv)
	Classic Marlborough Sauvignon, packed with gooseberry fruit and hints of mango, refreshingly fruity with a dry twist of limey acidity throughout the crisp finish. Simply delicious...

53.	Chardonnay, Yering Station	2004	£24.50
	Victoria, Australia (13%abv)
	Complex, citrus and mineral character on the nose followed by a clean, fresh palate with mineral notes and integrated oak.

54.	Riesling, Skillogalee	2005	£24.95
	Clare Valley, Australia (13%abv)
	Crisp and fresh on the palate with lemony fruits accompanied by orange blossom and melon; great depth and weight of flavour with a long, dry finish, lifted by refreshing limey acidity.
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	Rosé

55.	Pinot Noir Rosé, Extra Dry, Yering Station	2006	£24.95
	Victoria, Australia (12.5% abv)	175ml	£6.00
	Rich with fine tannins and surprising depth and length. The complex flavours of red berries, sage and spice make this wine a perfect complement to a wide array of food.
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	Red

56.	Malbec, Santa Ana	2006	£15.95
	Mendoza, Argentina (13.5% abv)	175ml	£4.00
	Medium bodied and dry with soft, ripe blackcurrant flavours and a balancing structure, finishing rounded and juicy.

57.	Billi Billi Shiraz, Mount Langi Ghiran	2003	£17.95
	Victoria, Australia (14.5% abv)
	Displays a complex nose, with a broad array of fruit and oak aromas. Medium bodied, with soft blueberry fruit, spices and subtle oak, well integrated tannin and a dry finish.

58.	Mourvedre, The Spice Route Wine Company	2005	£19.95
	Malmesbury, South Africa (14.5% abv)
	Medium bodied and mouth-wateringly juicy, showing ripe blackberry and crunchy redcurrant fruits, hints of mocha, liquorice and black pepper.

59.	Wildflower, J. Lohr	2006	£19.95
	California, United States of America (12% abv)	175ml	£4.75
	Intense varietal aromas of raspberry, boysenberry and strawberry, with hints of white pepper, carry through to the palate and are balanced by moderate acidity.

60.	Cabernet Sauvignon, Intriga	2005	£19.95
	Maipo, Chile (14.5% abv)	175ml	£4.75
	Brilliant red with hints of bay leaf, herbs and spicy blackcurrants on the nose; typically Chilean in style. The palate offers blackcurrant and blackberry fruit and soft tannins with lingering spicy fruit and a firm finish.

61.	High Country Pinot Noir, Trinity Hill	2004	£35.95
	Hawkes Bay, New Zealand (14% abv)
	This wine is more about texture and structure than primary fruit, with complexity derived from the different clones and winemaking techniques used.
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	Mediterranean

	White

62.	Gruner Veltliner, Hopler	2006	£19.95
	Burgenland, Austria (13% abv)
	A fully ripened, delicate structure with refined sweetness of fruit on the palate and a creamy finish.

63.	Albarino Valminor, Rias Baixas	2006	£21.95
	Rioja, Spain (12.5%abv)
	A fresh bouquet of peach and apricot lead to a rich and full palate with a hint of lemony acidity. Clean and well balanced with a dry, concentrated finish.
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	Red

64.	Rioja Crianza, Vina Cerrada	2003	£18.95
	Rioja, Spain (13.5% abv)
	Well structured with a good concentration of savoury, spicy fruit, well integrated oak, supple tannins and a balanced, lengthy finish.

65.	El Baraka, Private Reserve	2005	£19.95
	Morocco (13.5% abv)
	Aromas of toasted caramel marry well with the ripe, black fruits, fig and blackberry. In the mouth, the wine is full bodied, rounded and clean with notes of red fruit, making for a very well balanced wine.

66.	Zorita Tinto (Tempranillo), Hacienda Zorita	2004	£19.95
	Duero Valley, Spain (14% abv)
	Intense fruity flavour with hints of chocolate and spice on the nose. Subtle hints of oak combine well with the soft, ripe tannins.

67.	Chateau Kefraya Rouge, Chateau Kefraya	2002	£35.00
	Bekaa, Lebanon (14% abv)
	A concentrated, complex bouquet of spice, menthol, black fruits and tobacco. Full-bodied and rich with a good balance between fruit and tannin; an altogether characterful and high quality wine.

68.	Xisto Douro, Roquette and Cazes	2003	£60.00
	Douro, Portugal (14.5% abv)
	Xisto is remarkably elegant with a classic balance of fine ripe tannins and intense mouth filling fruit. Although delicious now, the 2003 Xisto will age well for the next 10 to 15 years.
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	Dessert Wines

		75cl bottle
69.	Liquer Muscat, Skillogalee	NV	£23.00
	Clare Valley, South Australia (18% abv)	100ml	£4.95
	This wine offers nutty, raisin and apricot flavours; full and sweet enough to match well with the sweetest desserts.

		37.5cl bottle
70.	Clos Dady, Sauternes	2004	£24.00
	Bordeaux, France (14% abv)	100ml	£8.00
	Luscious and generous with sweet apricot, honey, roasted nut and marmalade flavours perfectly balanced by a zesty, lime rind acidity.

		50cl bottle
71.	Falasco Recioto della Valpolicella Tesauro, Cantina Valpantena	2004	£30.00
	Veneto, Italy (13.5% abv)
	Shows remarkable depth of flavour with excellent structure and balancing acidity. Figs, prunes, spices and raisins combine well with some morello cherry and chocolate characteristics.

		50cl bottle
72.	Moscato di Noto, Planeta	2005	£38.00
	Sicily, Italy (12.5% abv)	100ml	£10.00
	Medium bodied, sweet and sensuous with fine flavours of ripe apricot, honey and melon with good balancing acidity and a crisp, mouthfilling finish.
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	After Dinner Drinks

	Port

73.	Late Bottled Vintage Port, Quinta do Crasto	2000/01 75cl bottle	£38.00
	Douro, Portugal (19.5% abv)	1/2 bottle	£10.00
	Black cherry fruit with a huge cedary core. A simple, ripe and mouthfilling wine, rounded off by a sweet finish.	100ml	£4.95

74.	Vintage Port, Quinta do Crasto	2003	£60.00
	Douro, Portugal (19.5% abv)
	Intense berry fruit aromas and a full bodied structure, with plenty of blackcurrant flavours.
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	Grappa

		25ml glass
75.	Grappa Fragolino Cru, Nonino	NV	£4.50
	Italy (45% abv)
	Individual, aromatic, the bouquet captures the scent of blueberries and forest fruits.

76.	Roccanivo, Grappa di Barbera d’Asti, Berta Distilleria	1998/99	£5.00
	Italy (45% abv)
	Fine fruit character and secondary flavours of coffee and mocha drawn from its time spent ageing in oak.

77.	Grappa Viognier, Ascheri	NV	£3.75
	Piemonte, Italy (43% abv)
	Offers good warmth that slowly gives way to fruity and sweet aromas with an excellent fragrance and length.

78.	Grappa Syrah, Podere di Montelupa	NV	£3.75
	Piemonte, Italy (43% abv)
	Earthy aromas and intricate fruit and woody flavours on the lengthy, smooth palate.
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	Armagnac

79.	Vintage Bas Armagnac, Castarede	1979	£4.50
	South West France (40% abv)
	Aromas of fruits like peach and prune; it is extremely long with lots of fruit character and a hint of spice.

80.	Vintage Bas Armagnac, Castarede	1970	£6.00
	South West France (40% abv)
	On the palate it is wonderfully well balanced with a light touch of vanilla and fine, elegant fruit.

	All vintages are subject to change and availability.		TOP

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