The West Arms Hotel

Wine List

FRANCE

White

1 Domaine Vedilhan Sauvignon Blanc, Vin de Pays D’Oc 2008 15.95

(Piercing gooseberry aromas, reminiscent of ripe cool climate Sauvignon, coupled with crushed

limes on the palate make Vedilhan as crisp and refrenshing as (dare I say) a Pouilly Fumé?)

Red

2 Domaine Bahourat Merlot, Vin de Pays D’Oc 2007 16.45

(Incredibly well balanced and easy to drink, engorged with sumptuous red fruit, rippling with

nuances of crushed morello cherries and crunchy fragrant minty dark chocolate. Seriously good

without being too serious!)

BORDEAUX

Red

3 Chateau Beau Rivage “Joly Rivage” 2005 22.95

(Ruby colour with complex aromas of pencil-shavings and cigar boxes. Palate is ripe and rich

with pronounced blackberry and raspberry fruit flavours and with well-integrated oak)

4 Chateau Rozier Grand Cru Classe, Saint Emilion 2006 32.95

(This grand cru classified wine is made entirely from Merlot, and is then aged for

up to 3 years in barrel before being bottled and released)

BEAUJOLAIS

Red

5 Domaine de Clos du Chapitre Julienas 2006 19.95

(Intense ruby colours and an aromatic nose flirting between flowers and fruit – peony, wild

strawberries and raspberries. A harmonious full bodied Cru Beaujolais)

6 La Riene de L’Arenite Fleurie, La Madone 2007 23.95

(Perfumed, aromatic and with a notable floral twist of violets. Silky and elegant throughout

the palate with an abundance of blackcurrant and red berry fruits)

BURGUNDY

Red

7 Pierre Bouree Bourgogne, Pinot Noir 2006 27.95

(Aromatic red fruits with notes of cranberry, spice and musk. The palate is well balanced

and supple, with good tannins, and a ripe fruit centre and finish. An excellent expression

of pinot noir)

8 Vallet Freres Beaune Premier Cru, Les Eponettes 2005 46.95

(Classic Pinot fruit with supple tannins, crisp acidity and delicious red berries on the palate

- drink now or keep for 5-8 years to see exactly what these wines can achieve with age)

White

9 Domaine de La Motte Chablis Premier Cru, Vauligneau 2006 36.95

(This is all that Chablis Premier cru should be - typically flinty and grassy edge to still quite

primary Chardonnay fruit on the nose, followed by crisp, linear flavours which have real edge

and definition; fills out in mid-palate but reverts to a lipsmackingly tingling finish)

10 Cuvee L’Ancienne Macon Charnay, 2007 21.95

(Lovely peachy aromas on the nose leading to a full and ripe citrusy white wine.

Long and lingering finish with gentle acidity make this wine perfect to match with food)

RHONE

Red

11 Darriaud Cotes du Rhone Villages 18.95

(Warm, ripe red fruit with jammy damson characters, gentle tannins and a rounded chocolaty finish)

12 Domaine Roland Betton Crozes Hermitages, 2005 26.95

(Aromatic, softly spiced fruit with plenty of finesse, this Hermitage is more elegant than

many of the appellation wines)

LOIRE

White

13 Domaine Michel Girard Sancerre, 2007 26.95 (Pungent fresh grassy aromas mingle with riper citrus-style fruits, rounder and fuller in the mouth but nevertheless finishing with a pure intensity and zippiness that you'd expect in classy Sancerre. Sauvignon Blanc at it’s best!)

14 Domaine La Renardiere Pouilly-Fume, 2007 29.95

(A golden green colour the wine has lots of flowery, sappy aromas on the nose with hints of

box and blackcurrant. Lively, fresh and aromatic, an elegant wine with a long finish marked

by the steely flavours)

15 Les Coteaux Tuffiers Vouvray demi-sec, 2007 19.95

(Delicious off-dry style of Chenin Blanc with honeyed, nutty aromas. On the palate lush fruit

and minerality are balanced by a steely backbone of acidity. The wine has a long rich finish.

The perfect accompaniment for any meal)

SPAIN

Red

16 Artesa Crianza Rioja, 2005 19.95

(Soft, ripe, plummy mouth filling fruit complimented by vanilla and spicy oak.

A modern style Rioja with a savoury touch on the finish)

ITALY

White

17 Pinot Grigio Ancorra 17.95

(A fresh, dry white with gentle floral and citrus aromas. Crisp and delicate on the palate

with lightly honeyed fruit balanced by lemony acidity and a fresh, dry finish)

18 Palazzi Chardonnay 15.95

(A fresh, zesty, white made from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Piemonte region of northern

Italy. Crisp, citrus fruit flavours with hints of hints of ripe peach, balanced by lively acidity)

19 Araldica Revello Barolo, DOCG 2004 31.95

(Revello has all the tell-tale Barolo characteristics. It is a light red coloured wine with hints

of orange. It has the tobacco, leather and violet notes typical of Nebbiolo with firm tannins

pleasingly supported with plump fruit and a round silky texture, giving a good lengthy finish)

AUSTRALIA

Red

20 Four Sisters Shiraz, 2005 18.95

(Splendid acid to this wine, there are dark berries, melted chocolate and anise biscuit, cassis

and licorice. This is the Shiraz to enjoy when the occassion calls for a soft approachable red

with a bit of fruit and modernity. The balance of elements to this wine is very close to perfect,

and the finish is long and flavorsome)

21 Norfolk Rise, Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 21.95

(Mount Benson, towards the Limestone Coast, west of Coonawarra, is the origin of the

Norfolk Rise wines and the general standard of reds and whites has been impressive. The 2006

Cabernet shows attractive blackcurrant flavour with dry touches of tobacco, green leaf, black

olive and dried herbs)

White

22 Sacred Hill Traminer. Riesling 19.95

(This is a cracker of a wine from the De Bortoli family in South Australia. Medium sweet

in style with a zesty, zingy acidity, this is ideal as an aperitif, or with lightly spiced dishes)

NEW ZEALAND

White

23 Crowded House, Sauvignon Blanc 2008 21.95

(Brilliant pale straw. Very intense, tropical fruit and honey, cut grass and gooseberry.

A stylish wine and thoroughly quenching, it’s aromaticness and honeysuckley flavours mingle

throughout with the lovely complexities of pineapple, lychee and snow pea. Smoothly rounded,

upfront fruit, rich and full on the palate, it offers great length and intensity, with a long funky finish)

SOUTH AFRICA

Rose

24 Klippenklop Pinotage Merlot, Rose 2008 16.95

(Refreshing, juicy red berry fruit on the nose. This dry rosé has enticing flavours of

strawberries and red summer fruits on the palate followed by a lingering, well-balanced finish.

An excellent quaffing wine. A delightful dry rose wine)

Red

25 Stellar Organics Shiraz, Western Cape 2008 18.95

(Dry, coffee nose with sappy fruit on the palate and has similarities to Northern

Rhône Syrah. Good, spicy wine that has the benefit of being both organic and Fairtrade)

26 False Bay, Pinotage 2007 16.95

(A heady mix of fruit, rich chocolate and plums supported by soft tannins. Paul Boutinot

has invested heavily in his Stellenbosch winery, and the results are stunning)

White

27 Paarl Heights Chenin Blanc, 2008 16.95

(A fresh, dry white wine with a delicate lemon colour, displaying intense floral, guava

and citrus aromas and succulent tropical fruit on the palate, balanced by crisp acidity)

HALF BOTTLES

White

33 Cave Turckheim, Pinot Blanc 2006 12.95

(Pale golden in colour with perfumed aromatics of peaches and citrus. Touches of minerality

and spice on the palate with a dry and crisp finish)

34 Henry Pelle Sancerre, 2006 16.95

(The 'terroir' found in the village of Montigny isn't considered classic because of its small size and

unusual mix with peebly top soil, but the Pelles believe this enhances its typical rich Sauvignon

Blanc characters. Pungent fresh grassy aromas mingle with riper citrus-style fruits, rounder and

fuller in the mouth but nevertheless finishing with a pure intensity and zippiness that you'd

expect in classy Sancerre)

Red

35 Puerta Vieja Rioja, 2003 12.95

(An intense, cherry-red coloured wine, which has pronounced aromas of orange peel and dried

fruit, along with spicy notes from new wood. A robust and fruity wine with pleasing tannins

and a long, well-balanced finish)

36 Chateau Rozier Grand Cru Classe, Saint Emilion 37.5cl 2004 16.95

(This grand cru classified wine is made entirely from Merlot, and is then aged for

up to 3 years in barrel before being bottled and released)

Champagne

37 Champagne Gremillet Brut 19.95

(This champagne shows fine mousse in the glass and fresh floral aromas mixed with

characteristic toasty yeast overtones, which are balanced by richer fruit and classic baked

biscuit flavours with a crisp citrus finish)

CHAMPAGNE

28 Champagne Gremillet Brut 36.95

(This champagne shows fine mousse in the glass and fresh floral aromas mixed with

characteristic toasty yeast overtones, which are balanced by richer fruit and classic baked

biscuit flavours with a crisp citrus finish)

29 Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvee 46.95

(A wonderfully fresh style, with citrus twists and a sleek finish. Joanna Lumley’s favourite!)

30 Champagne De Venoge Blancs de Blanc Vintage 2000 49.95

(Golden colour with a yeasty autolytic charactacter on the nose, ripe rounded apple and stone

fruit characters on the palate with a backbone of refreshing citrus acidity. Enamel Gift Boxes

are available for Champagne De Venoge Blanc de Blancs)

SPARKLING WINE

31 Primo Prosecco NV 19.95

(A frizzante style, which is about half the pressure of the fizzier Spumante style of Prosecco.

With plenty of light citrus fruit flavours and a gentle fizz it is perfect for parties or

a mid-week celebration)

DESSERT WINE

32 Domaine de Grange Nueve Monbazillac 500ml 2005 23.95

(It is an extremely elegant wine with dominant overtones of honey, acacia and peaches

and hints of citrus fruits and crystallised ‘Mirabelle’ plums.

Decanter World Wine Awards 2007 Gold Medal Winner!)

HOUSE WINES

1. HOUSE MERLOT (Chile) 14.95

(Deep colour, ripe plum and berry fruit aromas. Warm and supple on the palate with

rich fruit and soft tannins. The wine has a silky texture with juicy upfront fruit and

followed through with a good tannic backbone, black liquorice and berry fruit to finish)

2. HOUSE SAUVIGNON BLANC (Chile) 14.95

(Light elegant style with citrus and green fruits, a touch of leesy character and

gentle acidity. A friendly approachable wine from Chile, a world class producer of excellent

Sauvignon Blanc. Full of tingling aromatics, typical of its grape variety, this wine is

bursting with exotic tropical fruit flavours, yet retains freshness through its natural racy acidity)

C. HOUSE PINOT GRIGIO ROSÉ (Italy) 14.95

(Pinot Grigio made with a touch of Pinot Noir adding depth to this light and refreshing

style with subtle cherry and summer fruit flavours. Fresh and dry and crammed with

strawberry and summer fruit flavours and aromas. This is a different, but very exciting angle

on the Pinot Grigio grape variety)

Vintages change from time to time and, therefore, cannot be guaranteed,

although every effort will be made to supply the stated or nearest vintage.

ALL PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF V.A.T.

WINE BY THE GLASS

Red Wines 175ml 250ml

House Merlot (Chilean) £3.90 £5.60

Darriaud Cotes du Rhone Village (France) £4.50 £6.45

Stellar Organics Shiraz (South Africa) £4.60 £6.50

Arteza Crianza Rioja (Spain) £4.95 £6.65

White Wines 175ml 250ml

House Sauvignon Blanc (Chilean) £3.90 £5.60

Palazzi Chardonnay (Italian) £4.30 £5.90

Sacred Hill Reisling (Australia) £4.95 £6.65

Pinot Grigio (Italian) £4.50 £6.45

Rosé 175ml 250ml

House Pinot Grigio Rosé £3.90 £5.60

Dessert Wine 125ml

Domaine de Grange Nueve Monbazillac 2005 £4.25