The Royal Oak Inn

and unsalted French butter

apple and plum chutney served with home-made soda bread

pickled vegetables, English mustard aioli, sour-dough toast

served with our own classic tartare sauce & lemon

in our own secret marinade

with roasted roots, grilled artichokes & parmesan tuilles

with grilled artichokes, Baba Ganoush, roasted red pepper hummus, winter slaw, cornichons & sun-blushed tomatoes

with smoked salmon, smoked mackerel, lemon-dressed crayfish tails & fish cake served with caper berries, cornichon & roquette

with beurre blanc & wilted greens

8 oz. of coarse-ground beef cooked medium & served with pulled pork, smoked cheese, sliced pickle and tomato, mustard & tomato mayonnaise & served with skinny fries

with thick hand-cut triple-cooked chips & smashed garden peas

with crab bisque, a crab croquette, cockles and sea vegetables

cauliflower purée potato, blue cheese, fresh fig & toasted hazelnuts

we have two both properly aged for a minimum 28 days both served with hand-cut triple-cooked thick chips, baked plum tomatoes, roast field mushroom & either a creamy peppercorn sauce or a tangy garlic & herb butter or a smooth blue-cheese sauce

new, skinny fries or crushed, triple cooked hand cut chips

A dish of selected vegetables bought locally where possible

simple salad leaves or mixed

with rhubarb 3 ways (poached, jelly & sherbet)

a scoop of vanilla ice-cream with a shot of Amaretto, home-made biscotti & a shot of expresso

a scoop of vanilla ice-cream, home-made biscotti & a shot of expresso

Please ask what's come from the dairy

with biscuits, apple & home-made chutney. Ask us what we've chosen this week

Served with our own classic tartare sauce & lemon

apple and plum chutney served with home-made soda bread

horseradish mousse and snow, glazed & pickled beetroot

pickled vegetables, English mustard aioli, sour-dough toast

see specials board or ask our staff

with grilled artichokes, Baba Ganoush, roasted red pepper hummus, winter slaw, cornichons & sun-blushed tomatoes

with smoked salmon, smoked mackerel, lemon-dressed crayfish tails & fish cake served with caper berries, cornichon & roquette

with roasted roots, grilled artichokes & parmesan tuilles

in our own secret marinade

unsalted French butter (for 2)

in light ale batter with thick hand-cut triple-cooked chips & smashed garden peas

we have two both properly aged for a minimum 28 days both served with hand-cut triple-cooked thick chips, baked plum tomatoes, roast field mushroom & either a creamy peppercorn sauce or a tangy garlic & herb butter or a smooth blue-cheese sauce

with a redcurrant & juniper glaze and served with winter greens, roast parsnips, haggis bon bon, pomme purée

pan-fried rump with its own faggot served with a swede purée, braised pearl barley, watercress purée and a rosemary and redcurrant jus

8 oz. of coarse-ground beef cooked medium & served with pulled pork, smoked cheese, sliced pickle and tomato, mustard & tomato mayonnaise & served with skinny fries

served with an onion bhaji, mango chutney, tarka dahl, spiced cauliflower and spinach & potato

cauliflower purée potato, blue cheese, fresh fig & toasted hazelnuts

served with a rich crab bisque, a crab croquette, cockles and sea vegetables

See the board or ask our staff

See the board or ask our staff

A dish of seasonal vegetables

wilted or creamed

Probably the best Champagne you have never heard of; a rich and wide aromatic palate, of white fruits, pear, baked apple, apricot, subtle notes of honey, hazelnuts, dried currants and brioche. Royal Oak House Champagne. Wines available by the glass

A delicate pale gold with good mousse and subtle bouquet of honey and brioche; palate is firm and refreshing with citrus and white tropical fruits; chardonnay is the only grape

Rich and rounded with flavours of candied fruit, marzipan, toast, white chocolate, and caramel; refined acidity offering a fresh finish

Pale golden with rich subtle bouquet with hints of hawthorn and almonds; fine balance and structure between the Pinot and Chardonnay grapes

Full flavoured, biscuity and very well balanced with an elegant and refined finish and superb length on the palate

55% Chardonnay for freshness, flavour & structure with 45% Pinot Noir for depth and character; acacia honey and fresh almonds on the nose whilst dried apricots and toasted brioche combine for length and finish; the ultimate glass of champagne

Charming pastel pink with aromas of red fruit and pears and a refreshing red cherry palate are lifted by a fine, delicate sparkle. Wines available by the glass

Intense aromas of wild strawberries with notes of blackcurrants and redcurrants and delicate spicy notes of vanilla and cinnamon; the mousse is intense, creamy and persistent; the palate is fresh and delicate with tiny bubbles; the finish is elegant and fruity

Royal Oak House Champagne

Locally grown fruit with 75% dessert and 25% cookers; fermented to retain fresh appley flavours then re-fermented with champagne yeast for a crisp biscuity finish

Crisp and aromatic with lots of grapefruit and gooseberry aromas; on the palate there is plenty of lemon and lime flavours with good minerality

Fresh pear and almond notes infuse this delicately structured, stylish Pinot Grigio –like wine; dry yet rounded, with a refreshing finish

Fresh, intense aromas of fruits and white flowers with a palate dominated by apple and pears; fruity and fresh on the palate with a pleasant finish and no oak

Bursting with Viognier character of apricots, peaches and preserved citrus fruit; the palate is both smooth and fresh, with hints of spice and a good finish

Lively aromas of grapefruit and gooseberry with passion fruit and melon flavours providing richness and weight balanced by the citrus-dominated backbone; full and dry with a minerally finish

Precise nose, pure and mineral, with additional notes of citrus; the palate is classic Chardonnay/Chablis; structure is crisp and delicious, with flavours echoing the nose

A complex aroma combining ripe black fruits and sweet plums with vanilla and spice notes; concentrated palate, with a very ripe, smooth structure. Royal Oak House Red

Juicy, spicy blend with lots of up-front blackberry fruit flavours, rounded off by pepper and herbs on the finish - Fairtrade

Classic style of Rioja, with strawberry, blackberry and rhubarb fruit flavours taking on a vanilla and cocoa smoothness during twelve months in oak barrels

Deep red colour with violet hues; aromas of ripe red fruit, cassis and black pepper, with more fruit and a touch of spice on the palate; elegant and smooth with a long finish

Fruity bouquet of blackcurrant, strawberry and plum, leading to a smooth, full-bodied palate with a long finish. Royal Oak House Claret

Fronteira - Brazil This Pinot Noir shows typical characteristics of red cherry, strawberry, earth and spice; the palate is medium-bodied and succulent, with forest floor complexity woven into cherry fruit and silky texture

Cool and crisp with zesty pink grapefruit and raspberry on the nose. A dry palate with some strawberries and citrus layered into the finish. Great balance and a long delicious finish. Wines available by the glass

Ample summer fruits on the nose with concentrated raspberry, cherries and ripe peach and apricot notes - Fairtrade

Intense nose of grapefruit and other exotic fruits with fruity and well balanced citrus fruit flavours

Pale pink, crisp and refreshing, combining the delicate berry fruit of cranberry & raspberries with classic Sancerre Pinot Noir elegance

Wines available by the glass

Intense varietal aroma with notes of grapefruit, citrus blossom, apricots and a background of cassis; good intensity, concentration and balance, with a long lingering aftertaste. Royal Oak House White. Wines available by the glass

Aromas of white fruits lead to a crisp, fruity palate that is both easy-drinking and refreshing

Delicious with or without food; full of grass and herbs; a whiff of white blossoms and tropical fruit; beautifully refreshing

Fresh pear and almond notes infuse this delicately structured, more stylish than Pinot Grigio; dry yet rounded, with a refreshing finish. Wines available by the glass

A very easy-drinking dry white, cool-fermented with an aromatic bouquet of green apples; a simple crisp wine that goes perfectly with seafood and light lunches

Fresh, intense aromas of fruits and white flowers with a palate dominated by apple and pears; fruity and fresh on the palate with a pleasant finish and no oak; 90% Viura – 10% Malvasia. Wines available by the glass

Soft dried apricots with an oak and vanilla undertow followed by white fleshed peaches, almond paste, and windfall oranges – delightful with food

Creamy notes mingle with citrus, lime and apple flavours, leading up to a clean finish with subtle candied fruit

Dry, elegant rendition of this aromatic grape packed with vibrant flavour and good natural acidity with white peach and floral notes such as rose and jasmine

Cool-fermented in stainless-steel to give a crisp and fruity wine with an aromatic bouquet redolent of russet apples - delicious and not as dry as some wines

Bursting with Viognier character of apricots, peaches and preserved citrus fruit; the palate is both smooth and fresh, with hints of spice and a good finish. Wines available by the glass

A light simple white wine with citrus and apple notes; it has a bit of richness from being aged on the lees in barrels

Flavours of apricots and honey with a hints of gingerbread; matches well with pork and poultry; nectarine on the nose, well textured palate and fresh grapefruit for the finish

Delicious Chardonnay with mellow oak and tropical fruit notes – quite a stunner of a wine – needs trying to appreciate

Lively aromas of grapefruit and gooseberry with passion fruit and melon flavours providing richness and weight balanced by the citrus-dominated backbone; full and dry with a minerally finish. Wines available by the glass

From the coolest part of Rias Baíxas, this wine bursts with juicy character showing pear, citrus fruit, musky perfume and hints of mineral and spice; clean, intense and very long on the palate

Unusual wine full of fresh vibrant fruit and flavour not unlike good un-oaked white burgundy - a real find and one to try; 100% Trebiano grapes

Delicate and floral with plenty of citrus fruit flavours and a very fresh finish

Precise nose, pure and mineral, with additional notes of citrus; the palate is classic Chardonay/Chablis; structure is crisp and delicious, with flavours echoing the nose. Wines available by the glass

Crisp, refreshing and light, with flavours of apple and citrus fruits, accompanied by a very subtle creamy texture

This has intense aromas of lychee and is slightly off-dry with plenty of lush fruit, lychees, apples and hints of citrus; a good match with fusion foods; a smooth mouthful accompanied by a very subtle creamy texture – delicious!

Refined Sauvignon, with a lively lemony, grassy medium-bodied palate, some flinty minerality and a dry, elegant finish

Classic burgundy full of freshness, rich in fruit with a fine, elegant finish of red apple & nuts; a good mineral undercurrent; an elegant palate allows fruit to flow through; supple and citrusy when young developing layers of complexity with age

Citrus fruits, blossom, peach and pear on the nose; nice pure entry, fruity and crisp on the palate; good length and classic mineral flavours – classic Sancerre

Wonderfully rich and refreshingly; zesty with fragrant aromas of elderflower, jasmine and pear with a slightly honeyed texture

Pale yellow colour with fresh floral, citrus and melon aromas with just a hint of almonds; unoaked, dry, medium bodied, well balanced wine with crisp acidity and a lingering finish

Restrained, peachy and flinty with a lovely minerality; good balance, fresh with a hint of cinnamon spice

Exotic spice and caramel aromas with a light background of oak and nutty flavours, candied fruit and vanilla on the palate – perfectly mature burgundy ready to drink now

A generous example of Puligny-Montrachet offering succulent peach and summer flower aromas nicely balanced by trademark mineral tautness; elegantly tuned with understated oak and a long citrus finish

A complex aroma combining ripe black fruits and sweet plums with vanilla and spice notes; concentrated palate, with a very ripe, smooth structure. Royal Oak House Red. Wines available by the glass

Inviting aromas of red fruits are lifted by pepper and cinnamon. The palate is smooth and spicy, finishing on more berry fruit

A smooth and easy drinking red wine with delicate aromas and flavours of red fruits

Juicy, spicy blend with lots of up-front blackberry fruit flavours, rounded off by pepper and herbs on the finish. Wines available by the glass

Classic style of Rioja, with strawberry, blackberry and rhubarb fruit flavours taking on a vanilla and cocoa smoothness during twelve months in oak barrels

Ripe blackberry fruit is infused with the scent of the Garrigue – the wild herbs and shrubs of the Languedoc; smooth, round and full of character of the South spiced with a little pepper!

The wine is aged for six months in Slavonian oak barrels of thirty hectolitres producing aromas of vanilla and sage with mulberry & black cherry on the palette; velvety and balanced in the mouth

Deep red colour with violet hues; aromas of ripe red fruit, cassis and black pepper, with more fruit and a touch of spice on the palate; elegant and smooth with a long finish. Wines available by the glass

Generous and fruity with aromas and flavours of forest fruits, cassis and blackberries. There are also subtle hints of green bell pepper and eucalyptus

Fruity bouquet brimming with aromas and flavours of blackberries and dark cherries, as well as strawberry, cassis, and liquorice; full-bodied with a mouth-filling texture and a long, toasty finish; blend of merlot 65% and Cabernet Sauvignon 35%; 13.5 ABV. Royal Oak House Claret. Wines available by the glass

This Pinot Noir shows typical characteristics of red cherry, strawberry, earth and spice; the palate is medium-bodied and succulent, with forest floor complexity woven into cherry fruit and silky texture. Wines available by the glass

This delicious Beaujolais wine is our replacement for Fleurie and lives up to its name with a smooth, elegant and – yes – floral wine of immense charm; it has aromas of cherries and cooked fruits, a complex nose with spicy notes and a rich, wellstructured palate

This Pinot Noir shows typical characteristics of red cherry, strawberry, earth and spice; the palate is medium-bodied and succulent, with forest floor complexity woven into cherry fruit and silky texture

Beautifully composed wine, in the modern style, combining spicy hints of vanilla and cloves with pure cherry and blackcurrant fruit; ages for 12 months in oak, the palate is full and silky, with great finesse and a rich, long finish; 100% Sangiovese

Aromas of ripe redcurrant and raspberry as well as some hints of violets. Well-balanced in the mouth, a result of the softness of Tinta Barroca, the body and length of Touriga Franca and the elegance of Tinta Roriz

Rich, deep cherry-red, expressive Ribera del Duero, with aromas of roasted fruit, vanilla, and some herbal brightness; the palate is sweet, broad yet elegantly balanced, with a certain chocolatey smoothness; 100% Tempranillo

A good example of a cold climate pinot noir; a fragrant, well balanced, medium bodied wine full of red cherry flavours and hints of toasted oak and hints of cedar-wood which give a lovely complexity in the bouquet and on the palate

This is textbook California Cabernet, with dark fruit, red cherry and black pepper spice notes; on the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with inviting blueberry pie and cocoa flavours; an easily inviting medium bodied wine from the makers of Stag's Leap; 13.5% abv; 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Fruity and generous with aromas of woodland fruits, moss or truffle mixed with woody notes; the structure is ample, full and charming during the first years and is enhanced by further ageing; very smooth and drinking very well now; 100% cabernet franc

Fruity and generous with aromas of woodland fruits, moss or truffle mixed with woody notes; the structure is ample, full and with notes of cherry, raspberries and pepper; blend of Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Clairette co-fermented

A deep rich wine with a powerful aroma of the hills on which it is grown – a nose of tobacco, blackcurrant and spice; the palate is well balanced with a solid tannic structure and a long finish; will benefit from decanting; predominance of Merlot for roundness with Cabernet Sauvignon for structure

Complex aromas with subtle spicy notes and ripe black fruit touches, leading to a generous, intense palate full of plums, raisins and chocolate; beautiful balance of fruit and oak, with a long, persistent finish; 100% Tempranillo

This Pinot is dark and dense with red plum, loganberries and bramble intertwined with soft spice; palate features flavours of dark cherry and sandalwood; mouth enveloping and Moorish

This Pinot is also dark but with ripe red-fruit aromas with bitter black cherry, spice, cigar tobacco, mocha and vanilla; a full and textured palate of integrated tannins, red-fruit and spice with a fresh, weighty finish – and all this from 2005! 100% pinot noir

Owned by the Lapula family since 1964, this is a classic claret matured in 30% new oak to produce elegance and grip and a long, satisfying finish; rich and dense on the palate with splendid, glossy fruit and firm, ripe tannins. 70% Cabernet Sauvignon plus 20% Merlot and a little 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot

After 2 years in oak barrels, this offers up generous fruit along with menthol, spices and some sweetness; showing notable intensity while retaining an essentially mid-weight style; strong, intense and powerful when young, complex and elegant with ageing; 100% nebbiolo

Good medium weight wine showing elements of cedar wood, dark cherry, blackcurrant & star anise; medium tannins with good acidity and a long length; perfect for drinking today; 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot

Deep black fruit on the nose - dark cherries, blackberries and blackcurrants that carry onto the palate with added woody and smoky notes; a complex spicy palate leading to a balanced texture and a long finish; beautifully mature 100% Syrah

Producers of one of Italy's most celebrated Bordeaux-inspired wines, Ornellaia have created Le Volte as an approachable, early drinking 'Super-Tuscan' blend; a rich black fruit core giving a firm structure with weight lifted by fresh red fruit acidity

Comprises old vine village Volnay, blended with Premiers Crus Santenots and Carelle; Mid/deep purple in colour, there are flowers, fine red fruit through the middle with a touch of barrel toast; this is not an over concentrated Volnay, as some are this year; 100% pinot noir; 13% abv

This soft and supple wine consistently shows amongst the best in it's classification; the wine shows elements of jammy black & red fruits, tobacco but with great depth of concentration & firm but not harsh tannins; 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc 2% Petit Verdot

Deep ruby red with a complex aroma of ripe red berries and dried flowers; on the palette, crushed violets, tobacco creates a smooth velvety texture after nearly 3 years on barrel and 3 years in bottle; 100% Sangiovese

An elegant, harmonious wine, this is seductive, charming and very complete, with admirable concentration and freshness with a rounded texture and slightly jammy notes of plum, fig and blackberry fruit laid softly over a mineral streak; open and juicy through to the finish, picking up blueberry and fruitcake hints that balance the forward fruit; a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre; 15% alc.

Deep dark garnet colour with a powerful and aristocratic nose of ripe fruit, jam, cocoa, walnut, tobacco and leather; elegant and powerful wine with a distinct spicy bouquet, with utterly distinctive flavours; it shows an impressive balance between smoothness, warmth and crispness, austerity and richness; endless long las

Bright red berry coulis notes on the nose; easily accessible on the palate; plenty of flesh and good weight with silky tannins; well balanced and retaining a lightness of touch thanks to crisp acidity and fine tannins; this will offer much Burgundian pleasure; 13% alc.; 100% Pinot Noir

Very intense on the palate with some good natural fruit sweetness and vibrant acidity; well-made and very enjoyable

This is a deliciously sweet red wine full-bodied and rich with intense flavours and aromas of dried red fruits, coffee and chocolate; 100% Grenache

A delicious, sweet combination of almonds, cookies, dried figs and candied oranges; intense, but with great freshness. Wines available by the glass

Lusciously rich with a nose of exotic fruits, peaches, pineapple and white flowers; the palate is powerful and smooth as is the nose; pure, elegant and very well-balanced

Intensely fruity – one of the few wines that actually smells of grapes! Floral and citrusy on the palate, with delicate flavours balancing the sweetness and leaving a refreshing aftertaste. Wines available by the glass

This wine has intense, fresh aromas and flavours of grapes, rose petals and ginger; the sweet summer fruit is beautifully balanced by a refreshing finish. Wines available by the glass

Deep straw-coloured with a hint of gold; on the nose, there are fruit aromas dominated by apricot and quince, with a lovely touch of wild flowers and orange peel. The palate exhibits ripe orange, figs and orange and grapefruit peel flavours, with a hint of honey at the end; this is a well-balanced and structured wine

Retaining a youthful quality of berry and cassis fruit that's amplified by its lovely spicy aromas and a juicy-textured, blackcurrant and blackberryish intensity of flavour; Intensely sweet rich damson fruit on the nose and on the palate – soft and deep pile richness of dark fruit - a wine to sink into - alcohol well hidden - smooth dark chocolate finish

Medium weight port close in style to vintage port concentrated with brambles & plums followed by structured tannins

Russet colour & fragrant bouquet; smooth with oak nuances balanced by fresh acidity good tannins and a long finish. Wines available by the glass

A deliciously fruited and softly structured port full of plums, raisin aromas and a deep and long finish. Wines available by the glass

Figgy fruit with superb racy acidity; typical burnt-earth character of a fine Madeira wine. Wines available by the glass

Intensely fruity – one of the few wines that actually smells of grapes! Floral and citrusy on the palate, with delicate flavours balancing the sweetness and leaving a refreshing aftertaste. Wines available by the glass

Rich golden hue with a nose of honey and hazelnuts; beautifully balanced palate bursting with candied fruit and brioche flavours. Wines available by the glass

A delicious, sweet combination of almonds, cookies, dried figs and candied oranges; intense, but with great freshness. Wines available by the glass

Start your Valentine night with a Flute of Prosecco served with a chef's Amuse Bouche (palette teaser)

baby salad leaves and toasted hazelnuts

with grilled artichokes, Baba Ganoush, roasted red pepper hummus, winter slaw, cornichons sun-blushed tomatoes

apple and plum chutney served with home-made soda bread

with celeriac crisps

dressed potato salad, a soy and ginger dressing and asparagus spears

served with creamy Dauphinoise potatoes local vegetables

with a sweet potato and lamb neck tagine, homemade flatbread falafel

served with a rich crab bisque, a crab croquette, cockles and sea vegetables

(10oz) properly aged for a minimum 28 days served with hand-cut triple-cooked thick chips, baked plum tomatoes, roast field mushroom either a creamy peppercorn sauce or a tangy garlic herb butter or a smooth blue-cheese sauce

cauliflower purée potato, blue cheese, fresh fig toasted hazelnuts

with honeycomb crumble

with biscuits English apple

pistachio praline, salted caramel ice cream

with rhubarb 3 ways (poached, jelly sherbet)

biscotti a shot of expresso

served with or without tea or coffee!

and unsalted French butter

apple and plum chutney served with home-made soda bread

pickled vegetables, English mustard aioli, sour-dough toast

served with our own classic tartare sauce lemon

in our own secret marinade

with roasted roots, grilled artichokes parmesan tuilles

with grilled artichokes, Baba Ganoush, roasted red pepper hummus, winter slaw, cornichons sun-blushed tomatoes

with smoked salmon, smoked mackerel, lemon-dressed crayfish tails fish cake served with caper berries, cornichon roquette

with beurre blanc wilted greens

8 oz. of coarse-ground beef cooked medium served with pulled pork, smoked cheese, sliced pickle and tomato, mustard tomato mayonnaise served with skinny fries

with thick hand-cut triple-cooked chips smashed garden peas

with crab bisque, a crab croquette, cockles and sea vegetables

cauliflower purée potato, blue cheese, fresh fig toasted hazelnuts

we have two both properly aged for a minimum 28 days both served with hand-cut triple-cooked thick chips, baked plum tomatoes, roast field mushroom either a creamy peppercorn sauce or a tangy garlic herb butter or a smooth blue-cheese sauce

new, skinny fries or crushed, triple cooked hand cut chips

A dish of selected vegetables bought locally where possible

simple salad leaves or mixed

with rhubarb 3 ways (poached, jelly sherbet)

a scoop of vanilla ice-cream with a shot of Amaretto, home-made biscotti a shot of expresso

a scoop of vanilla ice-cream, home-made biscotti a shot of expresso

Please ask what's come from the dairy

with biscuits, apple home-made chutney. Ask us what we've chosen this week

Served with our own classic tartare sauce lemon

apple and plum chutney served with home-made soda bread

horseradish mousse and snow, glazed pickled beetroot

pickled vegetables, English mustard aioli, sour-dough toast

see specials board or ask our staff

with grilled artichokes, Baba Ganoush, roasted red pepper hummus, winter slaw, cornichons sun-blushed tomatoes

with smoked salmon, smoked mackerel, lemon-dressed crayfish tails fish cake served with caper berries, cornichon roquette

with roasted roots, grilled artichokes parmesan tuilles

in our own secret marinade

unsalted French butter (for 2)

in light ale batter with thick hand-cut triple-cooked chips smashed garden peas

we have two both properly aged for a minimum 28 days both served with hand-cut triple-cooked thick chips, baked plum tomatoes, roast field mushroom either a creamy peppercorn sauce or a tangy garlic herb butter or a smooth blue-cheese sauce

with a redcurrant juniper glaze and served with winter greens, roast parsnips, haggis bon bon, pomme purée

pan-fried rump with its own faggot served with a swede purée, braised pearl barley, watercress purée and a rosemary and redcurrant jus

8 oz. of coarse-ground beef cooked medium served with pulled pork, smoked cheese, sliced pickle and tomato, mustard tomato mayonnaise served with skinny fries

served with an onion bhaji, mango chutney, tarka dahl, spiced cauliflower and spinach potato

cauliflower purée potato, blue cheese, fresh fig toasted hazelnuts

served with a rich crab bisque, a crab croquette, cockles and sea vegetables

See the board or ask our staff

See the board or ask our staff

A dish of seasonal vegetables

wilted or creamed

Probably the best Champagne you have never heard of; a rich and wide aromatic palate, of white fruits, pear, baked apple, apricot, subtle notes of honey, hazelnuts, dried currants and brioche. Royal Oak House Champagne. Wines available by the glass

A delicate pale gold with good mousse and subtle bouquet of honey and brioche; palate is firm and refreshing with citrus and white tropical fruits; chardonnay is the only grape

Rich and rounded with flavours of candied fruit, marzipan, toast, white chocolate, and caramel; refined acidity offering a fresh finish

Pale golden with rich subtle bouquet with hints of hawthorn and almonds; fine balance and structure between the Pinot and Chardonnay grapes

Full flavoured, biscuity and very well balanced with an elegant and refined finish and superb length on the palate

55% Chardonnay for freshness, flavour structure with 45% Pinot Noir for depth and character; acacia honey and fresh almonds on the nose whilst dried apricots and toasted brioche combine for length and finish; the ultimate glass of champagne

Charming pastel pink with aromas of red fruit and pears and a refreshing red cherry palate are lifted by a fine, delicate sparkle. Wines available by the glass

Intense aromas of wild strawberries with notes of blackcurrants and redcurrants and delicate spicy notes of vanilla and cinnamon; the mousse is intense, creamy and persistent; the palate is fresh and delicate with tiny bubbles; the finish is elegant and fruity

Royal Oak House Champagne

Locally grown fruit with 75% dessert and 25% cookers; fermented to retain fresh appley flavours then re-fermented with champagne yeast for a crisp biscuity finish

Crisp and aromatic with lots of grapefruit and gooseberry aromas; on the palate there is plenty of lemon and lime flavours with good minerality

Fresh pear and almond notes infuse this delicately structured, stylish Pinot Grigio –like wine; dry yet rounded, with a refreshing finish

Fresh, intense aromas of fruits and white flowers with a palate dominated by apple and pears; fruity and fresh on the palate with a pleasant finish and no oak

Bursting with Viognier character of apricots, peaches and preserved citrus fruit; the palate is both smooth and fresh, with hints of spice and a good finish

Lively aromas of grapefruit and gooseberry with passion fruit and melon flavours providing richness and weight balanced by the citrus-dominated backbone; full and dry with a minerally finish

Precise nose, pure and mineral, with additional notes of citrus; the palate is classic Chardonnay/Chablis; structure is crisp and delicious, with flavours echoing the nose

A complex aroma combining ripe black fruits and sweet plums with vanilla and spice notes; concentrated palate, with a very ripe, smooth structure. Royal Oak House Red

Juicy, spicy blend with lots of up-front blackberry fruit flavours, rounded off by pepper and herbs on the finish - Fairtrade

Classic style of Rioja, with strawberry, blackberry and rhubarb fruit flavours taking on a vanilla and cocoa smoothness during twelve months in oak barrels

Deep red colour with violet hues; aromas of ripe red fruit, cassis and black pepper, with more fruit and a touch of spice on the palate; elegant and smooth with a long finish

Fruity bouquet of blackcurrant, strawberry and plum, leading to a smooth, full-bodied palate with a long finish. Royal Oak House Claret

Fronteira - Brazil This Pinot Noir shows typical characteristics of red cherry, strawberry, earth and spice; the palate is medium-bodied and succulent, with forest floor complexity woven into cherry fruit and silky texture

Cool and crisp with zesty pink grapefruit and raspberry on the nose. A dry palate with some strawberries and citrus layered into the finish. Great balance and a long delicious finish. Wines available by the glass

Ample summer fruits on the nose with concentrated raspberry, cherries and ripe peach and apricot notes - Fairtrade

Intense nose of grapefruit and other exotic fruits with fruity and well balanced citrus fruit flavours

Pale pink, crisp and refreshing, combining the delicate berry fruit of cranberry raspberries with classic Sancerre Pinot Noir elegance

Wines available by the glass

Intense varietal aroma with notes of grapefruit, citrus blossom, apricots and a background of cassis; good intensity, concentration and balance, with a long lingering aftertaste. Royal Oak House White. Wines available by the glass

Aromas of white fruits lead to a crisp, fruity palate that is both easy-drinking and refreshing

Delicious with or without food; full of grass and herbs; a whiff of white blossoms and tropical fruit; beautifully refreshing

Fresh pear and almond notes infuse this delicately structured, more stylish than Pinot Grigio; dry yet rounded, with a refreshing finish. Wines available by the glass

A very easy-drinking dry white, cool-fermented with an aromatic bouquet of green apples; a simple crisp wine that goes perfectly with seafood and light lunches

Fresh, intense aromas of fruits and white flowers with a palate dominated by apple and pears; fruity and fresh on the palate with a pleasant finish and no oak; 90% Viura – 10% Malvasia. Wines available by the glass

Soft dried apricots with an oak and vanilla undertow followed by white fleshed peaches, almond paste, and windfall oranges – delightful with food

Creamy notes mingle with citrus, lime and apple flavours, leading up to a clean finish with subtle candied fruit

Dry, elegant rendition of this aromatic grape packed with vibrant flavour and good natural acidity with white peach and floral notes such as rose and jasmine

Cool-fermented in stainless-steel to give a crisp and fruity wine with an aromatic bouquet redolent of russet apples - delicious and not as dry as some wines

Bursting with Viognier character of apricots, peaches and preserved citrus fruit; the palate is both smooth and fresh, with hints of spice and a good finish. Wines available by the glass

A light simple white wine with citrus and apple notes; it has a bit of richness from being aged on the lees in barrels

Flavours of apricots and honey with a hints of gingerbread; matches well with pork and poultry; nectarine on the nose, well textured palate and fresh grapefruit for the finish

Delicious Chardonnay with mellow oak and tropical fruit notes – quite a stunner of a wine – needs trying to appreciate

Lively aromas of grapefruit and gooseberry with passion fruit and melon flavours providing richness and weight balanced by the citrus-dominated backbone; full and dry with a minerally finish. Wines available by the glass

From the coolest part of Rias Baíxas, this wine bursts with juicy character showing pear, citrus fruit, musky perfume and hints of mineral and spice; clean, intense and very long on the palate

Unusual wine full of fresh vibrant fruit and flavour not unlike good un-oaked white burgundy - a real find and one to try; 100% Trebiano grapes

Delicate and floral with plenty of citrus fruit flavours and a very fresh finish

Precise nose, pure and mineral, with additional notes of citrus; the palate is classic Chardonay/Chablis; structure is crisp and delicious, with flavours echoing the nose. Wines available by the glass

Crisp, refreshing and light, with flavours of apple and citrus fruits, accompanied by a very subtle creamy texture

This has intense aromas of lychee and is slightly off-dry with plenty of lush fruit, lychees, apples and hints of citrus; a good match with fusion foods; a smooth mouthful accompanied by a very subtle creamy texture – delicious!

Refined Sauvignon, with a lively lemony, grassy medium-bodied palate, some flinty minerality and a dry, elegant finish

Classic burgundy full of freshness, rich in fruit with a fine, elegant finish of red apple nuts; a good mineral undercurrent; an elegant palate allows fruit to flow through; supple and citrusy when young developing layers of complexity with age

Citrus fruits, blossom, peach and pear on the nose; nice pure entry, fruity and crisp on the palate; good length and classic mineral flavours – classic Sancerre

Wonderfully rich and refreshingly; zesty with fragrant aromas of elderflower, jasmine and pear with a slightly honeyed texture

Pale yellow colour with fresh floral, citrus and melon aromas with just a hint of almonds; unoaked, dry, medium bodied, well balanced wine with crisp acidity and a lingering finish

Restrained, peachy and flinty with a lovely minerality; good balance, fresh with a hint of cinnamon spice

Exotic spice and caramel aromas with a light background of oak and nutty flavours, candied fruit and vanilla on the palate – perfectly mature burgundy ready to drink now

A generous example of Puligny-Montrachet offering succulent peach and summer flower aromas nicely balanced by trademark mineral tautness; elegantly tuned with understated oak and a long citrus finish

A complex aroma combining ripe black fruits and sweet plums with vanilla and spice notes; concentrated palate, with a very ripe, smooth structure. Royal Oak House Red. Wines available by the glass

Inviting aromas of red fruits are lifted by pepper and cinnamon. The palate is smooth and spicy, finishing on more berry fruit

A smooth and easy drinking red wine with delicate aromas and flavours of red fruits

Juicy, spicy blend with lots of up-front blackberry fruit flavours, rounded off by pepper and herbs on the finish. Wines available by the glass

Classic style of Rioja, with strawberry, blackberry and rhubarb fruit flavours taking on a vanilla and cocoa smoothness during twelve months in oak barrels

Ripe blackberry fruit is infused with the scent of the Garrigue – the wild herbs and shrubs of the Languedoc; smooth, round and full of character of the South spiced with a little pepper!

The wine is aged for six months in Slavonian oak barrels of thirty hectolitres producing aromas of vanilla and sage with mulberry black cherry on the palette; velvety and balanced in the mouth

Deep red colour with violet hues; aromas of ripe red fruit, cassis and black pepper, with more fruit and a touch of spice on the palate; elegant and smooth with a long finish. Wines available by the glass

Generous and fruity with aromas and flavours of forest fruits, cassis and blackberries. There are also subtle hints of green bell pepper and eucalyptus

Fruity bouquet brimming with aromas and flavours of blackberries and dark cherries, as well as strawberry, cassis, and liquorice; full-bodied with a mouth-filling texture and a long, toasty finish; blend of merlot 65% and Cabernet Sauvignon 35%; 13.5 ABV. Royal Oak House Claret. Wines available by the glass

This Pinot Noir shows typical characteristics of red cherry, strawberry, earth and spice; the palate is medium-bodied and succulent, with forest floor complexity woven into cherry fruit and silky texture. Wines available by the glass

This delicious Beaujolais wine is our replacement for Fleurie and lives up to its name with a smooth, elegant and – yes – floral wine of immense charm; it has aromas of cherries and cooked fruits, a complex nose with spicy notes and a rich, wellstructured palate

This Pinot Noir shows typical characteristics of red cherry, strawberry, earth and spice; the palate is medium-bodied and succulent, with forest floor complexity woven into cherry fruit and silky texture

Beautifully composed wine, in the modern style, combining spicy hints of vanilla and cloves with pure cherry and blackcurrant fruit; ages for 12 months in oak, the palate is full and silky, with great finesse and a rich, long finish; 100% Sangiovese

Aromas of ripe redcurrant and raspberry as well as some hints of violets. Well-balanced in the mouth, a result of the softness of Tinta Barroca, the body and length of Touriga Franca and the elegance of Tinta Roriz

Rich, deep cherry-red, expressive Ribera del Duero, with aromas of roasted fruit, vanilla, and some herbal brightness; the palate is sweet, broad yet elegantly balanced, with a certain chocolatey smoothness; 100% Tempranillo

A good example of a cold climate pinot noir; a fragrant, well balanced, medium bodied wine full of red cherry flavours and hints of toasted oak and hints of cedar-wood which give a lovely complexity in the bouquet and on the palate

This is textbook California Cabernet, with dark fruit, red cherry and black pepper spice notes; on the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with inviting blueberry pie and cocoa flavours; an easily inviting medium bodied wine from the makers of Stag's Leap; 13.5% abv; 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Fruity and generous with aromas of woodland fruits, moss or truffle mixed with woody notes; the structure is ample, full and charming during the first years and is enhanced by further ageing; very smooth and drinking very well now; 100% cabernet franc

Fruity and generous with aromas of woodland fruits, moss or truffle mixed with woody notes; the structure is ample, full and with notes of cherry, raspberries and pepper; blend of Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Clairette co-fermented

A deep rich wine with a powerful aroma of the hills on which it is grown – a nose of tobacco, blackcurrant and spice; the palate is well balanced with a solid tannic structure and a long finish; will benefit from decanting; predominance of Merlot for roundness with Cabernet Sauvignon for structure

Complex aromas with subtle spicy notes and ripe black fruit touches, leading to a generous, intense palate full of plums, raisins and chocolate; beautiful balance of fruit and oak, with a long, persistent finish; 100% Tempranillo

This Pinot is dark and dense with red plum, loganberries and bramble intertwined with soft spice; palate features flavours of dark cherry and sandalwood; mouth enveloping and Moorish

This Pinot is also dark but with ripe red-fruit aromas with bitter black cherry, spice, cigar tobacco, mocha and vanilla; a full and textured palate of integrated tannins, red-fruit and spice with a fresh, weighty finish – and all this from 2005! 100% pinot noir

Owned by the Lapula family since 1964, this is a classic claret matured in 30% new oak to produce elegance and grip and a long, satisfying finish; rich and dense on the palate with splendid, glossy fruit and firm, ripe tannins. 70% Cabernet Sauvignon plus 20% Merlot and a little 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot

After 2 years in oak barrels, this offers up generous fruit along with menthol, spices and some sweetness; showing notable intensity while retaining an essentially mid-weight style; strong, intense and powerful when young, complex and elegant with ageing; 100% nebbiolo

Good medium weight wine showing elements of cedar wood, dark cherry, blackcurrant star anise; medium tannins with good acidity and a long length; perfect for drinking today; 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot

Deep black fruit on the nose - dark cherries, blackberries and blackcurrants that carry onto the palate with added woody and smoky notes; a complex spicy palate leading to a balanced texture and a long finish; beautifully mature 100% Syrah

Producers of one of Italy's most celebrated Bordeaux-inspired wines, Ornellaia have created Le Volte as an approachable, early drinking 'Super-Tuscan' blend; a rich black fruit core giving a firm structure with weight lifted by fresh red fruit acidity

Comprises old vine village Volnay, blended with Premiers Crus Santenots and Carelle; Mid/deep purple in colour, there are flowers, fine red fruit through the middle with a touch of barrel toast; this is not an over concentrated Volnay, as some are this year; 100% pinot noir; 13% abv

This soft and supple wine consistently shows amongst the best in it's classification; the wine shows elements of jammy black red fruits, tobacco but with great depth of concentration firm but not harsh tannins; 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc 2% Petit Verdot

Deep ruby red with a complex aroma of ripe red berries and dried flowers; on the palette, crushed violets, tobacco creates a smooth velvety texture after nearly 3 years on barrel and 3 years in bottle; 100% Sangiovese

An elegant, harmonious wine, this is seductive, charming and very complete, with admirable concentration and freshness with a rounded texture and slightly jammy notes of plum, fig and blackberry fruit laid softly over a mineral streak; open and juicy through to the finish, picking up blueberry and fruitcake hints that balance the forward fruit; a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre; 15% alc.

Deep dark garnet colour with a powerful and aristocratic nose of ripe fruit, jam, cocoa, walnut, tobacco and leather; elegant and powerful wine with a distinct spicy bouquet, with utterly distinctive flavours; it shows an impressive balance between smoothness, warmth and crispness, austerity and richness; endless long las

Bright red berry coulis notes on the nose; easily accessible on the palate; plenty of flesh and good weight with silky tannins; well balanced and retaining a lightness of touch thanks to crisp acidity and fine tannins; this will offer much Burgundian pleasure; 13% alc.; 100% Pinot Noir

Very intense on the palate with some good natural fruit sweetness and vibrant acidity; well-made and very enjoyable

This is a deliciously sweet red wine full-bodied and rich with intense flavours and aromas of dried red fruits, coffee and chocolate; 100% Grenache

A delicious, sweet combination of almonds, cookies, dried figs and candied oranges; intense, but with great freshness. Wines available by the glass

Lusciously rich with a nose of exotic fruits, peaches, pineapple and white flowers; the palate is powerful and smooth as is the nose; pure, elegant and very well-balanced

Intensely fruity – one of the few wines that actually smells of grapes! Floral and citrusy on the palate, with delicate flavours balancing the sweetness and leaving a refreshing aftertaste. Wines available by the glass

This wine has intense, fresh aromas and flavours of grapes, rose petals and ginger; the sweet summer fruit is beautifully balanced by a refreshing finish. Wines available by the glass

Deep straw-coloured with a hint of gold; on the nose, there are fruit aromas dominated by apricot and quince, with a lovely touch of wild flowers and orange peel. The palate exhibits ripe orange, figs and orange and grapefruit peel flavours, with a hint of honey at the end; this is a well-balanced and structured wine

Retaining a youthful quality of berry and cassis fruit that's amplified by its lovely spicy aromas and a juicy-textured, blackcurrant and blackberryish intensity of flavour; Intensely sweet rich damson fruit on the nose and on the palate – soft and deep pile richness of dark fruit - a wine to sink into - alcohol well hidden - smooth dark chocolate finish

Medium weight port close in style to vintage port concentrated with brambles plums followed by structured tannins

Russet colour fragrant bouquet; smooth with oak nuances balanced by fresh acidity good tannins and a long finish. Wines available by the glass

A deliciously fruited and softly structured port full of plums, raisin aromas and a deep and long finish. Wines available by the glass

Figgy fruit with superb racy acidity; typical burnt-earth character of a fine Madeira wine. Wines available by the glass

Intensely fruity – one of the few wines that actually smells of grapes! Floral and citrusy on the palate, with delicate flavours balancing the sweetness and leaving a refreshing aftertaste. Wines available by the glass

Rich golden hue with a nose of honey and hazelnuts; beautifully balanced palate bursting with candied fruit and brioche flavours. Wines available by the glass

A delicious, sweet combination of almonds, cookies, dried figs and candied oranges; intense, but with great freshness. Wines available by the glass

Start your Valentine night with a Flute of Prosecco served with a chef's Amuse Bouche (palette teaser)

baby salad leaves and toasted hazelnuts

with grilled artichokes, Baba Ganoush, roasted red pepper hummus, winter slaw, cornichons & sun-blushed tomatoes

apple and plum chutney served with home-made soda bread

with celeriac crisps

dressed potato salad, a soy and ginger dressing and asparagus spears

served with creamy Dauphinoise potatoes & local vegetables

with a sweet potato and lamb neck tagine, homemade flatbread & falafel

served with a rich crab bisque, a crab croquette, cockles and sea vegetables

(10oz) properly aged for a minimum 28 days served with hand-cut triple-cooked thick chips, baked plum tomatoes, roast field mushroom & either a creamy peppercorn sauce or a tangy garlic & herb butter or a smooth blue-cheese sauce

cauliflower purée potato, blue cheese, fresh fig & toasted hazelnuts

with honeycomb crumble

with biscuits & English apple

pistachio praline, salted caramel ice cream

with rhubarb 3 ways (poached, jelly & sherbet)

biscotti & a shot of expresso

served with or without tea or coffee!

and unsalted French butter

apple and plum chutney served with home-made soda bread

pickled vegetables, English mustard aioli, sour-dough toast

served with our own classic tartare sauce & lemon

in our own secret marinade

with roasted roots, grilled artichokes & parmesan tuilles

with grilled artichokes, Baba Ganoush, roasted red pepper hummus, winter slaw, cornichons & sun-blushed tomatoes

with smoked salmon, smoked mackerel, lemon-dressed crayfish tails & fish cake served with caper berries, cornichon & roquette

with beurre blanc & wilted greens

8 oz. of coarse-ground beef cooked medium & served with pulled pork, smoked cheese, sliced pickle and tomato, mustard & tomato mayonnaise & served with skinny fries

with thick hand-cut triple-cooked chips & smashed garden peas

with crab bisque, a crab croquette, cockles and sea vegetables

cauliflower purée potato, blue cheese, fresh fig & toasted hazelnuts

we have two both properly aged for a minimum 28 days both served with hand-cut triple-cooked thick chips, baked plum tomatoes, roast field mushroom & either a creamy peppercorn sauce or a tangy garlic & herb butter or a smooth blue-cheese sauce

new, skinny fries or crushed, triple cooked hand cut chips

A dish of selected vegetables bought locally where possible

simple salad leaves or mixed

with rhubarb 3 ways (poached, jelly & sherbet)

a scoop of vanilla ice-cream with a shot of Amaretto, home-made biscotti & a shot of expresso

a scoop of vanilla ice-cream, home-made biscotti & a shot of expresso

Please ask what's come from the dairy

with biscuits, apple & home-made chutney. Ask us what we've chosen this week

Served with our own classic tartare sauce & lemon

apple and plum chutney served with home-made soda bread

horseradish mousse and snow, glazed & pickled beetroot

pickled vegetables, English mustard aioli, sour-dough toast

see specials board or ask our staff

with grilled artichokes, Baba Ganoush, roasted red pepper hummus, winter slaw, cornichons & sun-blushed tomatoes

with smoked salmon, smoked mackerel, lemon-dressed crayfish tails & fish cake served with caper berries, cornichon & roquette

with roasted roots, grilled artichokes & parmesan tuilles

in our own secret marinade

unsalted French butter (for 2)

in light ale batter with thick hand-cut triple-cooked chips & smashed garden peas

we have two both properly aged for a minimum 28 days both served with hand-cut triple-cooked thick chips, baked plum tomatoes, roast field mushroom & either a creamy peppercorn sauce or a tangy garlic & herb butter or a smooth blue-cheese sauce

with a redcurrant & juniper glaze and served with winter greens, roast parsnips, haggis bon bon, pomme purée

pan-fried rump with its own faggot served with a swede purée, braised pearl barley, watercress purée and a rosemary and redcurrant jus

8 oz. of coarse-ground beef cooked medium & served with pulled pork, smoked cheese, sliced pickle and tomato, mustard & tomato mayonnaise & served with skinny fries

served with an onion bhaji, mango chutney, tarka dahl, spiced cauliflower and spinach & potato

cauliflower purée potato, blue cheese, fresh fig & toasted hazelnuts

served with a rich crab bisque, a crab croquette, cockles and sea vegetables

See the board or ask our staff

See the board or ask our staff

A dish of seasonal vegetables

wilted or creamed

Probably the best Champagne you have never heard of; a rich and wide aromatic palate, of white fruits, pear, baked apple, apricot, subtle notes of honey, hazelnuts, dried currants and brioche. Royal Oak House Champagne. Wines available by the glass

A delicate pale gold with good mousse and subtle bouquet of honey and brioche; palate is firm and refreshing with citrus and white tropical fruits; chardonnay is the only grape

Rich and rounded with flavours of candied fruit, marzipan, toast, white chocolate, and caramel; refined acidity offering a fresh finish

Pale golden with rich subtle bouquet with hints of hawthorn and almonds; fine balance and structure between the Pinot and Chardonnay grapes

Full flavoured, biscuity and very well balanced with an elegant and refined finish and superb length on the palate

55% Chardonnay for freshness, flavour & structure with 45% Pinot Noir for depth and character; acacia honey and fresh almonds on the nose whilst dried apricots and toasted brioche combine for length and finish; the ultimate glass of champagne

Charming pastel pink with aromas of red fruit and pears and a refreshing red cherry palate are lifted by a fine, delicate sparkle. Wines available by the glass

Intense aromas of wild strawberries with notes of blackcurrants and redcurrants and delicate spicy notes of vanilla and cinnamon; the mousse is intense, creamy and persistent; the palate is fresh and delicate with tiny bubbles; the finish is elegant and fruity

Royal Oak House Champagne

Locally grown fruit with 75% dessert and 25% cookers; fermented to retain fresh appley flavours then re-fermented with champagne yeast for a crisp biscuity finish

Crisp and aromatic with lots of grapefruit and gooseberry aromas; on the palate there is plenty of lemon and lime flavours with good minerality

Fresh pear and almond notes infuse this delicately structured, stylish Pinot Grigio –like wine; dry yet rounded, with a refreshing finish

Fresh, intense aromas of fruits and white flowers with a palate dominated by apple and pears; fruity and fresh on the palate with a pleasant finish and no oak

Bursting with Viognier character of apricots, peaches and preserved citrus fruit; the palate is both smooth and fresh, with hints of spice and a good finish

Lively aromas of grapefruit and gooseberry with passion fruit and melon flavours providing richness and weight balanced by the citrus-dominated backbone; full and dry with a minerally finish

Precise nose, pure and mineral, with additional notes of citrus; the palate is classic Chardonnay/Chablis; structure is crisp and delicious, with flavours echoing the nose

A complex aroma combining ripe black fruits and sweet plums with vanilla and spice notes; concentrated palate, with a very ripe, smooth structure. Royal Oak House Red

Juicy, spicy blend with lots of up-front blackberry fruit flavours, rounded off by pepper and herbs on the finish - Fairtrade

Classic style of Rioja, with strawberry, blackberry and rhubarb fruit flavours taking on a vanilla and cocoa smoothness during twelve months in oak barrels

Deep red colour with violet hues; aromas of ripe red fruit, cassis and black pepper, with more fruit and a touch of spice on the palate; elegant and smooth with a long finish

Fruity bouquet of blackcurrant, strawberry and plum, leading to a smooth, full-bodied palate with a long finish. Royal Oak House Claret

Fronteira - Brazil This Pinot Noir shows typical characteristics of red cherry, strawberry, earth and spice; the palate is medium-bodied and succulent, with forest floor complexity woven into cherry fruit and silky texture

Cool and crisp with zesty pink grapefruit and raspberry on the nose. A dry palate with some strawberries and citrus layered into the finish. Great balance and a long delicious finish. Wines available by the glass

Ample summer fruits on the nose with concentrated raspberry, cherries and ripe peach and apricot notes - Fairtrade

Intense nose of grapefruit and other exotic fruits with fruity and well balanced citrus fruit flavours

Pale pink, crisp and refreshing, combining the delicate berry fruit of cranberry & raspberries with classic Sancerre Pinot Noir elegance

Wines available by the glass

Intense varietal aroma with notes of grapefruit, citrus blossom, apricots and a background of cassis; good intensity, concentration and balance, with a long lingering aftertaste. Royal Oak House White. Wines available by the glass

Aromas of white fruits lead to a crisp, fruity palate that is both easy-drinking and refreshing

Delicious with or without food; full of grass and herbs; a whiff of white blossoms and tropical fruit; beautifully refreshing

Fresh pear and almond notes infuse this delicately structured, more stylish than Pinot Grigio; dry yet rounded, with a refreshing finish. Wines available by the glass

A very easy-drinking dry white, cool-fermented with an aromatic bouquet of green apples; a simple crisp wine that goes perfectly with seafood and light lunches

Fresh, intense aromas of fruits and white flowers with a palate dominated by apple and pears; fruity and fresh on the palate with a pleasant finish and no oak; 90% Viura – 10% Malvasia. Wines available by the glass

Soft dried apricots with an oak and vanilla undertow followed by white fleshed peaches, almond paste, and windfall oranges – delightful with food

Creamy notes mingle with citrus, lime and apple flavours, leading up to a clean finish with subtle candied fruit

Dry, elegant rendition of this aromatic grape packed with vibrant flavour and good natural acidity with white peach and floral notes such as rose and jasmine

Cool-fermented in stainless-steel to give a crisp and fruity wine with an aromatic bouquet redolent of russet apples - delicious and not as dry as some wines

Bursting with Viognier character of apricots, peaches and preserved citrus fruit; the palate is both smooth and fresh, with hints of spice and a good finish. Wines available by the glass

A light simple white wine with citrus and apple notes; it has a bit of richness from being aged on the lees in barrels

Flavours of apricots and honey with a hints of gingerbread; matches well with pork and poultry; nectarine on the nose, well textured palate and fresh grapefruit for the finish

Delicious Chardonnay with mellow oak and tropical fruit notes – quite a stunner of a wine – needs trying to appreciate

Lively aromas of grapefruit and gooseberry with passion fruit and melon flavours providing richness and weight balanced by the citrus-dominated backbone; full and dry with a minerally finish. Wines available by the glass

From the coolest part of Rias Baíxas, this wine bursts with juicy character showing pear, citrus fruit, musky perfume and hints of mineral and spice; clean, intense and very long on the palate

Unusual wine full of fresh vibrant fruit and flavour not unlike good un-oaked white burgundy - a real find and one to try; 100% Trebiano grapes

Delicate and floral with plenty of citrus fruit flavours and a very fresh finish

Precise nose, pure and mineral, with additional notes of citrus; the palate is classic Chardonay/Chablis; structure is crisp and delicious, with flavours echoing the nose. Wines available by the glass

Crisp, refreshing and light, with flavours of apple and citrus fruits, accompanied by a very subtle creamy texture

This has intense aromas of lychee and is slightly off-dry with plenty of lush fruit, lychees, apples and hints of citrus; a good match with fusion foods; a smooth mouthful accompanied by a very subtle creamy texture – delicious!

Refined Sauvignon, with a lively lemony, grassy medium-bodied palate, some flinty minerality and a dry, elegant finish

Classic burgundy full of freshness, rich in fruit with a fine, elegant finish of red apple & nuts; a good mineral undercurrent; an elegant palate allows fruit to flow through; supple and citrusy when young developing layers of complexity with age

Citrus fruits, blossom, peach and pear on the nose; nice pure entry, fruity and crisp on the palate; good length and classic mineral flavours – classic Sancerre

Wonderfully rich and refreshingly; zesty with fragrant aromas of elderflower, jasmine and pear with a slightly honeyed texture

Pale yellow colour with fresh floral, citrus and melon aromas with just a hint of almonds; unoaked, dry, medium bodied, well balanced wine with crisp acidity and a lingering finish

Restrained, peachy and flinty with a lovely minerality; good balance, fresh with a hint of cinnamon spice

Exotic spice and caramel aromas with a light background of oak and nutty flavours, candied fruit and vanilla on the palate – perfectly mature burgundy ready to drink now

A generous example of Puligny-Montrachet offering succulent peach and summer flower aromas nicely balanced by trademark mineral tautness; elegantly tuned with understated oak and a long citrus finish

A complex aroma combining ripe black fruits and sweet plums with vanilla and spice notes; concentrated palate, with a very ripe, smooth structure. Royal Oak House Red. Wines available by the glass

Inviting aromas of red fruits are lifted by pepper and cinnamon. The palate is smooth and spicy, finishing on more berry fruit

A smooth and easy drinking red wine with delicate aromas and flavours of red fruits

Juicy, spicy blend with lots of up-front blackberry fruit flavours, rounded off by pepper and herbs on the finish. Wines available by the glass

Classic style of Rioja, with strawberry, blackberry and rhubarb fruit flavours taking on a vanilla and cocoa smoothness during twelve months in oak barrels

Ripe blackberry fruit is infused with the scent of the Garrigue – the wild herbs and shrubs of the Languedoc; smooth, round and full of character of the South spiced with a little pepper!

The wine is aged for six months in Slavonian oak barrels of thirty hectolitres producing aromas of vanilla and sage with mulberry & black cherry on the palette; velvety and balanced in the mouth

Deep red colour with violet hues; aromas of ripe red fruit, cassis and black pepper, with more fruit and a touch of spice on the palate; elegant and smooth with a long finish. Wines available by the glass

Generous and fruity with aromas and flavours of forest fruits, cassis and blackberries. There are also subtle hints of green bell pepper and eucalyptus

Fruity bouquet brimming with aromas and flavours of blackberries and dark cherries, as well as strawberry, cassis, and liquorice; full-bodied with a mouth-filling texture and a long, toasty finish; blend of merlot 65% and Cabernet Sauvignon 35%; 13.5 ABV. Royal Oak House Claret. Wines available by the glass

This Pinot Noir shows typical characteristics of red cherry, strawberry, earth and spice; the palate is medium-bodied and succulent, with forest floor complexity woven into cherry fruit and silky texture. Wines available by the glass

This delicious Beaujolais wine is our replacement for Fleurie and lives up to its name with a smooth, elegant and – yes – floral wine of immense charm; it has aromas of cherries and cooked fruits, a complex nose with spicy notes and a rich, wellstructured palate

This Pinot Noir shows typical characteristics of red cherry, strawberry, earth and spice; the palate is medium-bodied and succulent, with forest floor complexity woven into cherry fruit and silky texture

Beautifully composed wine, in the modern style, combining spicy hints of vanilla and cloves with pure cherry and blackcurrant fruit; ages for 12 months in oak, the palate is full and silky, with great finesse and a rich, long finish; 100% Sangiovese

Aromas of ripe redcurrant and raspberry as well as some hints of violets. Well-balanced in the mouth, a result of the softness of Tinta Barroca, the body and length of Touriga Franca and the elegance of Tinta Roriz

Rich, deep cherry-red, expressive Ribera del Duero, with aromas of roasted fruit, vanilla, and some herbal brightness; the palate is sweet, broad yet elegantly balanced, with a certain chocolatey smoothness; 100% Tempranillo

A good example of a cold climate pinot noir; a fragrant, well balanced, medium bodied wine full of red cherry flavours and hints of toasted oak and hints of cedar-wood which give a lovely complexity in the bouquet and on the palate

This is textbook California Cabernet, with dark fruit, red cherry and black pepper spice notes; on the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with inviting blueberry pie and cocoa flavours; an easily inviting medium bodied wine from the makers of Stag's Leap; 13.5% abv; 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Fruity and generous with aromas of woodland fruits, moss or truffle mixed with woody notes; the structure is ample, full and charming during the first years and is enhanced by further ageing; very smooth and drinking very well now; 100% cabernet franc

Fruity and generous with aromas of woodland fruits, moss or truffle mixed with woody notes; the structure is ample, full and with notes of cherry, raspberries and pepper; blend of Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Clairette co-fermented

A deep rich wine with a powerful aroma of the hills on which it is grown – a nose of tobacco, blackcurrant and spice; the palate is well balanced with a solid tannic structure and a long finish; will benefit from decanting; predominance of Merlot for roundness with Cabernet Sauvignon for structure

Complex aromas with subtle spicy notes and ripe black fruit touches, leading to a generous, intense palate full of plums, raisins and chocolate; beautiful balance of fruit and oak, with a long, persistent finish; 100% Tempranillo

This Pinot is dark and dense with red plum, loganberries and bramble intertwined with soft spice; palate features flavours of dark cherry and sandalwood; mouth enveloping and Moorish

This Pinot is also dark but with ripe red-fruit aromas with bitter black cherry, spice, cigar tobacco, mocha and vanilla; a full and textured palate of integrated tannins, red-fruit and spice with a fresh, weighty finish – and all this from 2005! 100% pinot noir

Owned by the Lapula family since 1964, this is a classic claret matured in 30% new oak to produce elegance and grip and a long, satisfying finish; rich and dense on the palate with splendid, glossy fruit and firm, ripe tannins. 70% Cabernet Sauvignon plus 20% Merlot and a little 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot

After 2 years in oak barrels, this offers up generous fruit along with menthol, spices and some sweetness; showing notable intensity while retaining an essentially mid-weight style; strong, intense and powerful when young, complex and elegant with ageing; 100% nebbiolo

Good medium weight wine showing elements of cedar wood, dark cherry, blackcurrant & star anise; medium tannins with good acidity and a long length; perfect for drinking today; 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot

Deep black fruit on the nose - dark cherries, blackberries and blackcurrants that carry onto the palate with added woody and smoky notes; a complex spicy palate leading to a balanced texture and a long finish; beautifully mature 100% Syrah

Producers of one of Italy's most celebrated Bordeaux-inspired wines, Ornellaia have created Le Volte as an approachable, early drinking 'Super-Tuscan' blend; a rich black fruit core giving a firm structure with weight lifted by fresh red fruit acidity

Comprises old vine village Volnay, blended with Premiers Crus Santenots and Carelle; Mid/deep purple in colour, there are flowers, fine red fruit through the middle with a touch of barrel toast; this is not an over concentrated Volnay, as some are this year; 100% pinot noir; 13% abv

This soft and supple wine consistently shows amongst the best in it's classification; the wine shows elements of jammy black & red fruits, tobacco but with great depth of concentration & firm but not harsh tannins; 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc 2% Petit Verdot

Deep ruby red with a complex aroma of ripe red berries and dried flowers; on the palette, crushed violets, tobacco creates a smooth velvety texture after nearly 3 years on barrel and 3 years in bottle; 100% Sangiovese

An elegant, harmonious wine, this is seductive, charming and very complete, with admirable concentration and freshness with a rounded texture and slightly jammy notes of plum, fig and blackberry fruit laid softly over a mineral streak; open and juicy through to the finish, picking up blueberry and fruitcake hints that balance the forward fruit; a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre; 15% alc.

Deep dark garnet colour with a powerful and aristocratic nose of ripe fruit, jam, cocoa, walnut, tobacco and leather; elegant and powerful wine with a distinct spicy bouquet, with utterly distinctive flavours; it shows an impressive balance between smoothness, warmth and crispness, austerity and richness; endless long las

Bright red berry coulis notes on the nose; easily accessible on the palate; plenty of flesh and good weight with silky tannins; well balanced and retaining a lightness of touch thanks to crisp acidity and fine tannins; this will offer much Burgundian pleasure; 13% alc.; 100% Pinot Noir

Very intense on the palate with some good natural fruit sweetness and vibrant acidity; well-made and very enjoyable

This is a deliciously sweet red wine full-bodied and rich with intense flavours and aromas of dried red fruits, coffee and chocolate; 100% Grenache

A delicious, sweet combination of almonds, cookies, dried figs and candied oranges; intense, but with great freshness. Wines available by the glass

Lusciously rich with a nose of exotic fruits, peaches, pineapple and white flowers; the palate is powerful and smooth as is the nose; pure, elegant and very well-balanced

Intensely fruity – one of the few wines that actually smells of grapes! Floral and citrusy on the palate, with delicate flavours balancing the sweetness and leaving a refreshing aftertaste. Wines available by the glass

This wine has intense, fresh aromas and flavours of grapes, rose petals and ginger; the sweet summer fruit is beautifully balanced by a refreshing finish. Wines available by the glass

Deep straw-coloured with a hint of gold; on the nose, there are fruit aromas dominated by apricot and quince, with a lovely touch of wild flowers and orange peel. The palate exhibits ripe orange, figs and orange and grapefruit peel flavours, with a hint of honey at the end; this is a well-balanced and structured wine

Retaining a youthful quality of berry and cassis fruit that's amplified by its lovely spicy aromas and a juicy-textured, blackcurrant and blackberryish intensity of flavour; Intensely sweet rich damson fruit on the nose and on the palate – soft and deep pile richness of dark fruit - a wine to sink into - alcohol well hidden - smooth dark chocolate finish

Medium weight port close in style to vintage port concentrated with brambles & plums followed by structured tannins

Russet colour & fragrant bouquet; smooth with oak nuances balanced by fresh acidity good tannins and a long finish. Wines available by the glass

A deliciously fruited and softly structured port full of plums, raisin aromas and a deep and long finish. Wines available by the glass

Figgy fruit with superb racy acidity; typical burnt-earth character of a fine Madeira wine. Wines available by the glass

Intensely fruity – one of the few wines that actually smells of grapes! Floral and citrusy on the palate, with delicate flavours balancing the sweetness and leaving a refreshing aftertaste. Wines available by the glass

Rich golden hue with a nose of honey and hazelnuts; beautifully balanced palate bursting with candied fruit and brioche flavours. Wines available by the glass

A delicious, sweet combination of almonds, cookies, dried figs and candied oranges; intense, but with great freshness. Wines available by the glass