White Wine

BIN    (175ml) (250ml) (Bottle)

1           £7       £9       £26    Mezena Vinho Verde  (Portugal)

With a pale-yellow colour and a light effervescence that enhances its tropical and citrus aromas. Great freshness in the mouth, with a vivid acidity resulting in a very pleasant and versatile wine.  Its’ lower alcohol volume at 8.5% makes it the perfect choice for lunch and lighter dishes. Delicious! 

2          £7.50   £9.50   £28      Malvasia di Puglia (Italy)

Brimming with bright citrus, ripe peach, and delicate floral aromas, this Malvasia from Puglia offers a beautifully fresh and rounded palate. Honeyed sweetness is perfectly balanced by crisp acidity, making for a vibrant yet smooth finish.

 3          £7.50   £9.50   £28      San Giorgio Pinot Grigio (Italy)

Award winning Pinot Grigio which actually delivers and is crafted by the now famous Pasqua family. Clean, crisp with loads of flavour all the way from Venezie.

4          £7.50   £9.50   £28      7even Sauvignon Blanc (South Africa)

Crisp and fresh, bursting with green tropical fruit aromas, grapefruit and fig on the nose. The palate is juicy and packed with flavour.

 5          £8       £11       £29     Levre Piquante Picpoul de Pinet (France)

Unashamedly fresh and citrussy. The palate is lively, zesty and impossible to dislike. Great with fish, as the locals enjoy it.

6          £9       £12      £34     Maison Jaffelin Chardonnay (France)

A true “Vin de France” – a blend of Chardonnays from the Languedoc (70%), Gascogne (15%) and the Loire (15%). Unoaked and fermented in steel tanks to preserve freshness, this is a deliciously fruit-forward style. A rounded pallet of green apples and citrus notes are balanced by zippy acidity.

7          £10      £13      £35      Gavi di Gavi La Giustiniana (Italy)

‘Terre antiche’ means f’rom ancient lands’. With an attractive lemon-yellow colour, this Cortese classic is scented and delicate, with hints of lime zest on the nose and fruit with a lovely zip and verve on the palate, alongside a mineral finish.

8          £10      £13      £36      Turnbull & Thomas Sauvignon Blanc (NZ)

Marlborough Sauvignon as we love it, crisp, fresh with beautiful balance &  fruit characters to linger on the palate. Worth the upgrade!

9       £11          £14        £38     Joel Gott Pinot Gris (USA)

White peach aromas with floral notes. On the palate, balanced, opening with bright acidity and refreshing Meyer lemon citrus flavours, followed by a juicy mid-palate, and a long finish.

10*       £12       £16      £45    Salz ‘Figaro’ Grüner Veltliner (Austria)

Rich, bright green-yellow with juicy fruit aromas of ripe apple, stone fruit, and herbal notes. Crisp, dense and creamy on the palate with white pepper, minerality, and a long-lasting finish of grapefruit and apple.

11.   £14 £18       £53     Chablis L’Onciale (France)

The benchmark of classic Chablis, firm lemon hints with intense minerality, and a juicy long finish from Chardonnay grapes.

12*       £15        £19      £55      Sancerre Blanc, Raffaitin-Planchon (France)

In a small Loire Valley hamlet named Amigny, Jean-Claude and his son Antoine farm 25 acres, delivering floral wines with structure and fuller body with a zesty mineral component.

13                                 £60     Clos de Chevigne St Veran Boise Les Morats (France)

Aroma reveals a subtle interplay of ripe fruits and yellow-fleshed fruits, contributing to a nuanced and refined             aromatic profile offering a substantial mouthfeel that suggests richness and depth. A discernible hint of oak adds complexity, providing additional layers of flavour.

14                                 £75      Louis Latour Pouilly-Fuissé (France)

Hand-picked Chardonnay grapes from 30-year old vines, resting on its lees for 8 to 10 months. Round balanced revealing beautiful exotic fruit aromas, expressive and fresh…

 15                                 £98     New White Burgundy (France)

Info to follow

Red Wine

BIN(175ml)(250ml) (Bottle)

16         £7       £9         £26     Escapada Tinto (Portugal)

Intense aromas of ripe red fruits, with dark cherry and blackcurrant flavours combined with a fresh acidity, fine oak notes and firm, smooth tannins with a pleasant and persistent aftertaste. From native Castellao and Touriga Nacional grapes.

17         £7       £9         £26   Mountbridge Reserve Shiraz (Australia)

A gorgeous Shiraz, medium in body, juicy and soft with red berry fruit, baked plums and a touch of spice.

18         £7.50   £9.50     £27     Denis Marchais Merlot Pays D’Oc (France)

The nose on this wine is bursting with ripe fruit and liquorice, a beautiful rich palate with dissolved tannins, with hints of black cherries and chocolate.

19         £8       £10        £29   Old Station Malbec Mendoza (Argentina)

A well balanced, rich wine with lush fruit flavours of boysenberry and blackberry, along with vibrant acidity. Stays pure and focused, with suave toast, mineral and spice notes on the fruit-filled finish.

20        £8       £10        £29    7even Pinotage Stellenbosch (South Africa)

The wine is fruit forward, showing ripe plum and dark cherry, with dark chocolate and coffee aromas. Medium-bodied with plush fruit and smooth finish.

21         £9       £11         £31     Paolo Leo Passitivo Appassimento Primitivo (Italy)

Organic. A gorgeous complex bouquet, cherries, raspberries and redcurrants and a beautiful oak aging, delivering a roasted and spicy aroma. A full- bodied, supple and well-balanced red…delicious!

22        £9       £11       £34     Lacrimus Rex, Rioja Tinto (Spain)

Aged in American oak for 9 months, and a blend of Garnacha 75% and Graciano 25%. A delicious semi- Crianza Rioja that delivers and offers amazing value.

23         £10      £12      £35      Napa Cellar Pinot Noir  California (USA)

Beautiful fruitful aromas of dark cherries, cranberries and strawberry preserves with subtle tobacco notes. Excellent mouthfeel with soft and supple tannins and firm acid structure, complete with a balanced finish.

24*          £11       £14     £38      New Theory Love Bite (South Africa)

Picked from an old-block overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Love Bite is a fresh beaujolais-style Cinsault from the Stellenbosch area. These old-vines from a sustainably farmed vineyard create a healthy concentration of red fruits, soft tannins and a moreish saline note.  Hand-harvested, unfiltered, whole bunch, wild fermentation. Unusually, this red wine is served chilled. Definitely our pick of interesting and unusual reds that work well in the warmer months.

 25         £11       £14      £38      Château Lestage Simon (France)

The nose of this red wine from Bordeaux charms with nuances of mulberry, blackberry, blueberry and blackcurrant. Starts out wonderfully dry, grippy and aromatic, this punchy red wine features an immensely fleshy texture that captivates.

26        £11       £14      £38      Gouguenheim Reserve Malbec (Argentina)

Deep purple in colour with aromas of red fruits, chocolate and coffee beans. Red and black cherry flavours with scents of                          violets. Smooth with some complexity.

27        £14      £19      £54      Neirano Barolo DOCG (Italy)

Unquestionably, one of the finest and most prestigious wines of the world! The Nebbiolo grape gives the wine great body,                          character and rich majestic style. Deep in colour, delicate aroma, a vanilla note and full flavour.

28*                               £62     Maranges Rouge Bachey-Legros (France)

This Maranges red from Burgundy boasts a deep, richly hued color and a concentrated palate bursting with vibrant, expressive fruit. Harvested at full ripeness, the grapes yield exceptionally soft, refined tannins, adding elegance and finesse to its powerful character.

29                                £82      Château Laroque, Grand Cru Classé  (France)

Enchanting deep and dark colour, almost black. Rich and intense nose with delicious black fruits aromas. On the palate                            the attack is powerful, generous and smooth.  The tannins are fleshy and tasty. Really harmonious with a mineral touch finish              that reinforces its aromatic freshness. A fantastic Bordeaux from St Emilion.

30*                               £95      Rombauer ‘Twin Rivers’ Zinfandel, 2019 (USA)

A true wildcard on our wine list. Ultrasmooth in texture and impressively ripe in flavour, this very full-bodied single vineyard                  wine from El Dorado in the Sierra foothills offers tempting, almost-sweet, blackberry and dried plum flavours, shaded by                          light woodsmoke, chocolate and black pepper. Extremely difficult to find outside the US.

31                                 £105    Gevrey-Chambertain (France)

From the head of a beautiful estate of nearly 14 hectares of vines that stretch over Gevrey, Chambolle, Vougeot, Santenay and                Marsannay. This very special Burgundy is quite a dark colour, with more info to follow.                                           

Rosé, Blush & Skin Contact Wine

32         £7       £9      £26    Mezena Vinho Verde Rosé (Portugal)

This wine presents a light salmon colour and a slight effervescence that favours the release of its fruity aroma. It reveals a great freshness on the mouth, with a vivid acidity resulting in a very pleasant and versatile wine. 8.5%

33        £7       £9      £26    Escapada Rosé  (Portugal)

A lively light pink and fresh Vinho verde rosé, very aromatic with notes of ripe red fruits and flowers with juicy strawberries and pink mulberry on the palate.

34        £7.50 £9.50 £28     San Giorgio Pinot Grigio Blush (Italy)

Wonderfully light and delicate with crisp flavours of ripe summer berry fruit and well-balanced acidity, which lifts it all to perfect harmony. A huge summer hit in our garden!

35        £8       £10     £29    Born Rosé (Spain)

This Catalonian rosé wine shows the fresh and lively character, essence of the Mediterranean. An elegant, refreshing, aromatic and versatile wine that will pair exceptionally with many special moments.

36*      £10     £13     £37     Folc English Rosé (Sussex & Kent, England)

One of the most delicate and tender English rosés we’ve ever tasted. Gives Provence rosé a run for its money; very fresh, with suggestions of elderflower, strawberry and cranberry, seriously delicious.

37*      £10      £14    £39   New Theory White Lies (Skin Contact) (South Africa)

The cooling effect of the elevation and breeze from False Bay, creates this clean, skin contact wine, with grapefruit and ripe peach notes. Also known as orange wine, due to the colour, but nothing to do with the fruit. If you like Whispering Angel, you’ll love this!

Dessert Wine

BIN    (100ml) (Bottle)

38        £7       £20            Prince de St. Aubin Sauternes (France)                                            

Deliciously sweet and charming, Bordeaux’s Prince de Saint- Aubin is one of the darlings of Sauternes! 37.5cl

39        £11      £35             Tupari Late Harvest Riesling (New Zealand)

A multi-award-winning Marlborough wine, Late Harvest Riesling has delicious marmalade, honey and succulent apricot characters.  Our staff choice! 37.5cl

 40       £8       £40                        Josefina Pinol Garnacha Negra (Spain)

Made from centenarian vines of red Garnacha, this sweet red wine is made from late harvested grapes handpicked just before reaching over maturity at the beginning of November and matured 15 months in American & French oak barrels. It’s sweet nose and clear, rounded, chocolate aromas stand out over background hints of coffee, liquorice, wild forest fruit jam, candied tomato, black olive and a touch of floral. This is a complex wine with a smooth, harmonious, lingering aftertaste. Ideal as a partner for desserts, chocolates, blue cheeses. 75cl

 Sparkling Wine

BIN    (125ml) (Bottle)

41         £8       £27               La Fornarina Blanc de Blanc Millesimat0 (Italy)

Elegant with delicate floral aromas and fruity and lovely mineral notes. Our best-selling Italian fizz which kicks most Proseccos              into touch, at an incredible price. Best value by the bottle!

42        £9       £32                  Arthur Metz Cremant D’Alsace (France)

With a luminous golden colour, it shines and twinkles brightly. Its soft fruity freshness will enhance gourmet cuisine, from the aperitif to the end of the meal. Incredible value, giving most sub £50 champagnes a run for their money.

43        £10      £34                 M de Montguéret Tête de Cuvée Rosé (France)

100% Cabernet Franc. This method traditional sparkling has a nose which is elegant with flowers aromas, think roses, and bags          of delicious red fruit. It is delicate and harmonious. A huge favourite with the owners of The George!

44                    £36                  New Theory Pot Luck – Pet Nat (South Africa)

No Pot Luck here, just guaranteed pleasure…if you’ve a penchant for Pet Nat! This naturally sparkling wine is 100% Pinotage from sustainably farmed vineyards in South Africa’s Coastal Region. The bubbles are delicate, the red fruit aromatics are bright and the acidity is super refreshing.

45                    £45                  Mastinell Heretat Brut Real Gran Reserva (Spain)

From old vineyards and long ageings come this classic coupage (Macabeu, Xarel-lo, Parellada) is born.  Fresh and crispy, while intense and deep.  Bottle fermented.  Quite simple the best vintage Cava we have ever tasted, offered at an incredible price, especially for the age (2015).

46                    £47.50             Fairmile Classic Cuveé  (Henley-on-Thames)

From one of our most local Oxfordshire vineyards. Packs enough flavour to pair with fish, chicken, cheese and pasta.  Chardonnay 17%, Pinot Noir 57%, Pinot Meunier 26%. Won a Silver Medal in the Decanter World Wine Awards 2024.

47                    £49.50            Fairmile Vineyard Rosé  (Henley-on-Thames)

Mid-salmon hue, small bubbles; griotte, raspberry, cranberry, fresh yeast overlay; Brut-style, very tart acidity, light body, brittle mousse texture, savoury finish. Great on its own or to start your dinner. Chardonnay 88%, Pinot Noir 10%, Pinot Meunier 2%.  Silver Medal in the Wine GB Awards 2024.

Champagne

BIN     (125ml)   (Bottle)

48*     £15      £69    Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée Brut, NV (Tours-sur-Marne)

Legendary lively, fresh and elegant Champagne. Beautifully balanced with fine streams of flowing bubbles – the hallmark of the very finest – leading to delicate citrus and subtle floral notes on the nose.

49                   £79    Bollinger Special Cuvée, NV (Aÿ)

Instantly recognisable and a real favourite, this celebrated Champagne displays a wealth of toasty richness and tiny pin-prick bubbles – the hallmark of the very finest fizz. There is simply no better way to crown a celebration.

50                    £89       Bollinger Rosé Brut, NV (Aÿ)

Made from Pinot Noir with a dash each of Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier, this has fantastic depth. Seductive, showing flavours of summer berry fruits with a soft texture and long finish.

51*       £17     £91        Laurent-Perrier Héritage Brut (Tours-sur-Marne)

Héritage is borne out of the savoir-faire of Grand Siècle: a complex blend of several vintages from the best Crus of Champagne.  Made exclusively with reserve wines selected for their freshness, elegance and complexity, this wine offers great purity and perfect maturity.

52*                  £95       Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Brut, NV  (Tours-sur-Marne)

Favourite of many champagne connoisseurs, the George at Upton team…and footballers’ wives! This champagne with its distinctive bottle uses only Pinot Noir from Grand Cru villages and the more unusual soak-on-the-skins method, it has delicious raspberry and redcurrant flavours.

53                    £99      Veuve Cliquot Vintage Reserve, 2015  (Reims)

From the Maison that created the first ever vintage Champagne back in 1810. Beautifully balanced, with aromas of white fruit and raisins, followed by lingering notes of vanilla and brioche.

57*                  £250    Laurent-Perrier Grand Siècle (Tours-sur-Marne)

Three exceptional years chosen for their complementarity among the rare Laurent‑Perrier vintages. A majority of Chardonnay complemented by Pinot Noir from a maximum of 11 Grands Crus out of the 319 Crus in the Champagne region. Aged for 10 years on the lees.

58                    £275     Dom Pérignon Vintage, 2015  (Épernay)

Truly for life’s most special moments! The core of the blend is eight historical Grands Crus : Aÿ, Bouzy, Verzenay, Mailly, Chouilly, Cramant, Avize, Le Mesnil — plus the legendary Hautvillers Premier Cru. Dom Pérignon also has the unique privilege of being able to select grapes from all 17 Grands Crus of Champagne.

Alcohol Free Wine & Sparkling Tea

BIN    (175ml) (250ml) (Bottle)

59        £7       £9      £24    Thomson & Scott Noughty Blanc  (South Africa)

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this white offers an authentic and inclusive drinking experience, devoid of alcohol, yet full of flavour and character.  0.5%

60        £7       £9      £24     Thomson & Scott Noughty Syrah Rouge (SA)

Deliciously well-balanced, deep ruby red, with hints of ripe red fruit, crushed black pepper, dried rose petal and candied cherries, with French oak tannins.  0.5%                                                                                                                   

61        £7       £9      £24     Thomson & Scott Noughty Rosé  South Africa

This elegant Provence-style rosé is a delightful blend of 98% Chenin Blanc and 2% Pinotage, sourced from sustainably-farmed vineyards in Western Cape. 0.5%

62         £9                  £30   Copenhagen ‘BLÅ’ Sparkling Tea (Denmark)

BLÅ starts out with delicate aromas of jasmine, chamomile and a hint of citrus, followed by a round taste from the careful selection of white teas and accompanied by good complexity and depth from the green teas.  It ends in a long finish joined by comfortable tannins created by the Darjeeling First Flush. The colour is light green with yellow nuances.  Expensive, but easily the best non-alcoholic wine alternative we have ever tried.