WINE
A few words on our wines… Diverse, fine quality and from around the world – much like our guests to the hotel. Our wines have been carefully curated offering an eclectic selection from around the world and we encourage you to explore the list. Being on the West Highland way, we were drawn to the history of the Don Jacobo range from Bodegas Corral. It is named after the “Ruta Jacobea” or St James’ Way in English, an original pilgrimage route to the shrine of St James the Great at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, in northern Spain - now a popular hike and cycling route. We’ve picked an organically produced red Rioja from their bodegas that we know you will enjoy. Another recommendation would be the Paco & Lola Lolo Tree Albarino, a deliciously fresh example from the west coast of Spain. Made by a co-operative of 400 families, this modern take on a traditional wine embraces the fierce Atlantic weather we know so well at Kingshouse, and adds a touch of Spanish flair and sunshine. A perfect alternative to Sauvignon Blanc. Perhaps grown at altitude should be drunk at altitude and that’s why the Familia Zuccardi Brazos Malbec tastes so good here. Grown in the Uco Valley more than 3000 feet above sea level, Zuccardi have been awarded ‘World’s Best Vineyard’, and we think you’ll taste why when you try this team favourite. We’re always here to make recommendations too, just ask. Slanj!
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SPARKLING 1 Pommery Brut Royal, 11.00 63.00 France V
The relatively high percentage of Chardonnay is noticeable on the palate that shows citrus and white flowers.
2 Pommery Brut Rose, 12.65 75.50 France V
Very subtle rosĂŠ character: supple and finely robust with appealing freshness and liveliness.
3 Da Luca Prosecco, 7.00 31.00 Italy Pear and peach fruit on a lively, yet soft and generous palate.
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WHITE Juicy, fruit driven ripe whites 4 Cullinan View Chenin Blanc, 20.50 Western Cape, South Africa Deliciously fresh and creamy with peachy fruit character. A classic South African style.
5 Durbanville Hills Chardonnay, 6.05 8.55 25.50 Durbanville, South Africa V
Dried peaches, apricot, citrus and vanilla notes on the nose, with hints of butterscotch and toffee that carry on through the palate.
Dry, refreshing, delicate light whites 6 San Floriano Pinot Grigio, Delle Venezie, Italy
5.75 8.05 24.00
Vg
Delicate flavours of apples and pears on a refreshingly dry palate.
7 Picpoul de Pinet, 27.00 Petite Ronde, France V
Fresh with a citrussy and stone fruit character highlighted with floral notes.
8 Paco & Lola Lolo Tree Albariño, 7.30 9.65 28.50 Rías Baixas, Spain V
Notes of zippy, green apple and lemon peel with a hint of white-fleshed plum.
Zesty, herbaceous or aromatic whites 9 Tekena Sauvignon Blanc, 21.00 Central Valley, Chile Refreshing, with citrus and tropical fruit flavours and a crisp finish.
10 Vidal Riesling, 29.50 Marlborough, New Zealand A fine example of the Riesling grape, showing lime and floral aromas combined with the minerality and citrus fruit flavours typical of the grape in an off-dry, ‘New World’ style.
11 Waipara Hills Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, New Zealand
7.95 10.65 32.50
Generous and lifted, showing powerful aromas of nettle and snow pea: the palate bursts with fresh citrus, grapefruit and melon notes.
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ROSE Rich, fruity rosés 12 Lavender Hill White Zinfandel, California, USA
6.00 8.05 24.00
Medium-dry, rather than the usual medium-sweet V versions available, shows plenty of watermelon, strawberry and redcurrant fruit. g
Dry, elegant rosés 13 Belvino Pinot Grigio Rosato, Pavia, Italy
24.50
Vg
Slightly drier in style, full of fresh summer berry fruit aromas.
14 Coteaux Varois en Provence Rosé, Estandon, France Vg
Bright, shiny pale pink hue. Great finesse on the nose, with notes of citrus, and pink grapefruit flesh. Silky and smooth on the palate with a lovely balance between the wine’s freshness and its silky body.
Our Favourites V
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32.50
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RED Light, bright, fresh reds 15 Tekena Merlot, Central Valley, Chile
5.25 7.35 22.50
Fruit-driven, raspberry and blueberry fruit leading to a soft finish.
Spicy, peppery, warming reds 16 La Campagne Shiraz, Pays d’Oc, 24.00 France Vg
The Syrah grape thrives in the sunny Languedoc region and produces a rich, juicy wine with soft tannins and a spicy palate.
17 Familia Zuccardi Brazos Malbec, 7.95 10.65 32.50 Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina Vg
Cherries, plums and blackberries with soft tannins.
18 Feudi Salentini 125 Primitivo, 27.50 Del Salento, Italy Elegant with notes of ripe plum, cherry jam and cocoa followed by a hint of spicy vanilla.
Juicy, medium-bodied, fruit-led reds 19 Luna del Sur Malbec, San Juan, 25.00 Argentina Vg
Plenty of ripe, soft berry fruit flavours with the usual pinch of spice associated with Malbec as well as cinnamon and vanilla notes from some brief oak ageing.
20 Rare Vineyards Pinot Noir, France
6.85
9.15 26.50
Vg
From the foothills of the Pyrenees, soft, lightly oaked cherries and blueberries with a hint of spice.
Oaked, intense, concentrated reds 21 Chianti Riserva,’Antica Cinta’ 25.50
Tenute Piccini Italy
Vg
Deep ruby red in colour, a smooth, elegant and velvety wine, with powerful aromas of ripe cherry, hints of spice and woody notes. Soft tannins and long finish.
22 Don Jacobo Rioja Crianza, Bodegas Corral, Spain
7.95 10.65 31.50
Vg
A traditional red Rioja very much in Bodegas Corral’s style, matured for a minimum of 12 months in American oak followed by at least a year in bottle before release. A blend of 90% Tempranillo with small additions of Garnacha and Mazuelo varieties.