The Claret Jug Wine List

Claret Reserve Claret A.C., Du Long Freres et Fils   1997   £12.95 Founded in 1873, this well - respected Bordeaux shipper has five generations of experience in producing quality Clarets. A full - bodied wine with a good balance of fruit and tannin. At its best with red meat or poultry dishes. Our House Claret! Chateau Francs La Comptesse, Cotes de Francs   1994   £12.95 the Cote de Francs region is situated to the East of the town of St Emilion and their wines are a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine makers prefer to use a good deal of Merlot to make a softer but still full - bodied wine. This is a typical example of the quality which they produce!. try with lamb or grilled steak Chateau Guionne, Cotes de Bourg   1997   £14.25 Listed in Sotheby's World Wine Encyclopaedia under - "The best Chateau of Bourg" with the comment - "Easy drinking wines, full of attractive Merlot fruit, giving a good juicy flavour and some finesse." Excellent with red meats and cheese. Chateau St Ahon, Cru Bourgeois   1994   £20.95 This appellation has many high quality Cru Bourgeois. Chateau St Ahon is no exception - with an intense bouquet combined with a superb balance of fruit and tannins. Marvellous with lamb! Chateau Gravet, Grand Cru, St Emilion   1993   £21.25 A fine wine produced mainly from Merlot grapes. This is one of the smallest vineyards in the region with only 18 acres under vine. The owner, Jean Faure, takes great pride in producing quality wines that are well - coloured, full of rich flavours, finely balanced, long and supple. Enjoy with game, grilled meats and cheeses. Burgundy has long been synonymous with gastronomic delights, and it is our pleasure to offer these very fine wines produced in this wonderful region. Chablis, Moreau   1997   £17.95 The most famous white wine of the region - classic white Burgundy from the Chardonnay grape. Crisp, clean and fruity with a flinty, dry finish. Excellent with seafood - especially grilled fish. Connoisseur's Choice Meursault, Les Narvaux, Yves Boyer   1993 / 96   £39.95 Deliciously dry with a nutty - buttery - spice to its typically rich flavour, this high quality white wine is produced from the classic Chardonnay grape. The Vineyards surrounding the village are dominated by the imposing 17th century Chateau de Mersault. Superb with fish or white meats. Volnay, Domaine Lucien Boilot   1993 /94   £38.95 This quaint village ranks with such great growths as Gevrey - Chambertin and Chambolle - Musigny. Produced from the classic Pinot Noir this delightful red Burgundy is firm, well coloured with a silky finesse and a soft fruit sent. Perfect with roast meats, game and strong cheeses. Spain - Rioja Rioja Bordon Crianza   1996   £13.50 One of the finest examples of the famous red wines of Spain. A mellow wine, well balanced with lots of fruit and a rounded dry finish. Described by no less an authority than Hugh Johnson as - "a dark and flavoursome bargain!". Excellent with red meats. Rioja Bordon Gran Reserva   1991 / 93   £24.95 Only wines from a great vintage attain the quality of 'Gran Reserva'. With a minimum of two years in oak casks and a further three years in bottle before release, these great wines can still be drinking 25 years after the vintage. Full - bodied, full flavoured classic Rioja, this is an opportunity to taste the best Spain has to offer - enjoy with rich meat dishes. Italy Piemonte Cortese Colibri, Cantine Aurora   1996 / 97   £10.75 Produced from the Cortese grape in the Piedmont region of north - west Italy, this unusual, lively and refreshing dry white has a light, fruity taste which is perfect with fish, white meat and light pasta dishes. Beautifully presented in a blue glass bottle. Chianti Classico, D.O.C.G., Geografico   1996 / 97   £15.25 Produced in the historical centre of the Chianti Region in Tuscany, this quality red wine will enhance meat dishes and meat - based pasta dishes. A Bronze Medal winner in the Wine Magazine International Wine Challenge. House Wines The Dunvegan Hotel House Wines, produced in the Languedoc Region of Southern France, are specially selected to provide quality and value. Merlot Vin de Pays d'Oc - soft, mellow and not too dry.   £9.95 per bottle   £1.95 per glass Chardonnay Vin de Pays d'Oc - fresh and fruity.   £9.95 Australia McGuigan Bin 2000 Shiraz   1997 / 98   £13.25 This Shiraz shows the typical black pepper and plum aromas of this variety. Oak maturation, some vanilla nuances and very full fruit flavours balanced by soft tannins make this a most attractive wine. McGuigan Bin 7000 Chardonnay   1997 / 98   £13.25 Very little Oak ageing has helped produce a marvelously fresh, full - flavoured white wine with lots of fruit on the palate and a rounded, dry finish. Excellent with white meat dishes, salads or just on its own as an aperitif! South Africa Pinotage, Helderberg Winery   1997   £13.50 Pinotage is a unique South African grape variety and produces a full - bodied red with a distinctive bouquet and flavour. Excellent with red meat, poultry and cheese. Chenin Blanc / Chardonnay, Arniston bay   1997   £11.95 The fresh fruitiness of the Chenin Blanc together with the butteriness of the Chardonnay have created a light easy drinking yet full - bodied wine. Perfect with chicken dishes. Chile Cabernet Sauvignon, Vistamar   1997 / 98   £11.95 This quality new world red has a deep red colour and a full, intense and fruity aroma. Oak ageing has helped develop the excellent balance of fruit and tannins. Complements game, smoked and grilled meats. Chardonnay,Vistamar   1997 / 98   £11.95 This classic grape variety has thrived in the growing conditions of Chile. A refreshing bouquet combined with Complex flavours on the pallet make this a most attractive wine. Enjoy with white meats and salads. Champagne Vintage Champagne Jean Comyn   1993 /95   £34.95 Presented in the classic "Dom Perignon" bottle this quality Vintage is an excellent example of the crisp Brut style of Champagne! The "King of Wines" to celebrate that special occasion or just to indulge yourself! Dom Perignon   1990   £145.00 Universally acclaimed this distinguished champagne is as fine as its reputation with an almost almond - like flavour crisp and very long - lived. When only the best will do!