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Each day, before midday we upload the day's menus, it's always nice to whet your appetite before you even get to us. We also add in more detail about each dish in case you need to check out the ingredients for allergen information.
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Each day, before midday we upload the day's menus, it's always nice to whet your appetite before you even get to us. We also add in more detail about each dish in case you need to check out the ingredients for allergen information.
Wines that are available by the glass are sold in 125ml measure. Larger sizes of 175ml and 250ml are also available and are priced accordingly.
Bottle125ml
£17.25£3.20Colombard Sauvignon, Crusan ~ FranceA cracking blend from the Gascony region with a big hit of zippy mouthwatering acidity, grapefruit and lime. Sit back and enjoy.
£19.95£3.70Pinot Grigio, Quindi ~ ItalyKnown the world over, Italian PG is perfect with food or as an aperitif on its own. Richer in style but with a crisp acidic finish this cries out for a second bottle.
£18.95£3.45Chenin Blanc, Kleine Zalze ~ South AfricaBeautiful Chenin Blanc from the sun drenched vineyards of South Africa's Western cape region, delivers zesty citrus aromas with a hint of lychee on a fresh lingering palate.
£21.50£3.90Sauvignon Blanc, Domaine de Vedilhan ~ FranceReminiscent of ripe cool climate Sauvignon, this has gooseberry on the nose and crisp and refreshing hints of lime in the mouth, with an almost mineralic texture.
£36.95 Sancerre, Regis Jouan ~ FranceClassic in style with sack-loads of minerals and a lemon and lime finish.
£29.95 Chardonnay, Domaine Guerrin & fils ~ FranceGrown on vineyards with views of the Alps from from the Vergisson Escarpment, this wine is full of flinty minerals and a 'bready' character. A great alternative to Chablis and more akin to Meursault.
£19.95£3.70Sauvignon Blanc, Terra Alta ~ ChileA fresh, zingy Sauvignon Blanc from Chile's Valle Central which displays the classic, exuberant character of this classic grape variety. Fresh ripe acidity and strong citrusy flavours make this a great accompaniment for food or as that much deserved after
£18.95£3.45Chardonnay, Onda ~ Chile Rich and balanced with a fresh, mineral finish, this surprisingly fresh Chardonnay has inviting melon and peach aromas and a creamy mouthfeel.
£24.95£4.40Sauvignon Blanc, Mayfly ~ New ZealandFresh and crisp with a great combination of tropical fruits and grassy herbaceous character plus a ripe citrusy freshness on the finish.
£25.95 Verdejo, Basa ~ SpainLively and aromatic with yellow plums and white peach flavours. Grown in Rueda, home to Spains top white wines.
£23.95 Muscadet Sur Lie, Fief de la Brie ~ FranceForget dusty old hotels from the eighties - this long lost wine is enjoying a renaissance thanks to its crisp, dry flavours and subtle palate.
£20.95£3.85Chardonnay, One Chain The Googly ~ AustraliaYou dont need to be a connosiour of the game to appreciate this cricket inspired wine. From a cooler climate this a tangy and lively wine with good length.
£29.50 Gavi di Gavi DOCG, Conte di Alari ~ ItalyThis really is a delicious drop. It's pretty rich but with soft, open citrus fruit flavours. If you are looking to refresh your palate then look no further.
£34.95 Pouilly Fumé La Rochetais ~ FranceThis Loire beauty is great alongside anything with gills.
£28.95 Roussanne Marsanne, Alto Los Romeros ~ ChileClassical aromas of mandarin orange, orange peel, honey and hazelnuts and some good weight from the unctuous Marsanne.
£17.95£3.30Colombard - Ugni Blanc, Cave de Masse ~ FranceGreat, medium wine, light, fresh and easy drinking.
£26.50 Muscat d'Alsace Reserva, Henri Ehrhart ~ AlsaceThis has lovely grapey Muscat fruit on the nose, with good weight and flavour in the mouth. Refreshing fruit is balanced by good dry finish.
£24.95 Gewurtzraminer, Pfaffenheim ~ Alsace, FranceGewurztraminer literally means 'spicy grape' and if your nose works at all you'll soon see why.
£21.95 Cave de Turkenheim, Edelzwicker ~ AlsaceAlsace was invaded and reclaimed by Germany in more troubled times, and although resolutely French now, this might explain the familiar fluted bottle. Delicate green flavours with a refreshing savoury finish.
£19.95£3.70Pinot Grigio Blush ~ ItalyDry, soft and well balanced with wild strawberry, apple and hints of raspberry
£19.95£3.70Zinfandel, Kissing tree ~ CaliforniaFrom the sun drenched vineyards of Surf county, wild fruit and strawberries and a fun, refreshing finish
£22.95 Chiaretto, Leccio ~ ItalyThe classic Italian Rosé from Lake Garda. Pretty red berry, strawberry and gently floral notes. “Nice and dry, fruity but not in a sweet way. Probably one for people who like a dry Sauvignon blanc but fancy a bit of pink"
£17.25£3.20Nero d'Avola, Solandia ~ ItalyWith a discreet nod to Shiraz this berry-led fruit bomb has layers of liquorice and vanilla spice so good with food, but also an easy quaffer.
£20.95£3.80Pinot Noir, Rare Vineyards ~ FranceOne to enjoy while watching the sun setting along the canal, the ducks busily doing duck stuff and the hum of office workers enjoying a few pints. Why cant life be this simple all the time.
£24.95£4.55Rioja ~ As de Guia, SpainIf you love the structure of Cabernet Sauvignon but the fruitiness of Grenache then you'll love this Tempranillo.
£34.25 Brouilly, Chateau Des Ravatys ~ FranceVolcanic soil gives this wine a unique finesse and elegance. Stop messing around and just buy a one. Then another, and another, till you cant stop smiling.
£19.95£3.70Cabernet Sauvignon, Jean Balmont ~ FranceOk, I'm a sucker for old school French wines and this ticks all the right boxes, especially the one with your bank account in mind.
£21.95£4.00Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, Colle Cavalieri ~ ItalyLashings of fruit and spice but well structured with balanced tannins.
£29.95 Cote du Rhone, Chateau les Amoureuses ~ FranceRipe, glossy raspberry bouquet, spiced with a touch of black peppercorn and bags of juicy raspberry fruitiness. A long, layered finish keeps inviting one back for more.
£50.00 Chateau La Branne, Medoc 2011 ~ FranceOne of my desert Island wines. Discrete black fruits but surprisingly leathery and evolved.
£20.95£3.85Malbec, Martinfort ~ FranceFirm tannins and ripe blackcurrant flavours sets this wine apart from its fruit led South American cousins. Smooth with a hint of spice at the end.
£20.95£3.85Shiraz, The Last Stand ~ AustraliaA gluggable fruit bomb with soft savoury supple tannins.
£21.95 Nero d'Avola, Cusumano ~ ItalyExcessive jammy fruits followed by a wave of black spice make this a meat lover's wine.
£29.95 Les Hipsters Barbe, Cotes Du Borg ~ FranceThis is an off-the-wall cuvee from Château de Barbe,Bordeaux; its chiselled tannins and well-structured palate make it the perfect pair to rich vegetable dishes or roast duck.
£19.95£3.70Merlot, Costa Vera ~ ChileLots of ripe upfront fruit is what you look for in a New World Merlot. The red from the Central Valley is juicy, soft and fruity with nicely layered fruit.
£25.95£4.75Merlot & Corvina, Passori Rosso ~ Italy'Passori' is an anagram of 'Ripasso', a style of wine renowned for its rich, dark-baked Christmas cake flavours and aromas of sun-dried raisins. Amarone for the people.
£35.00 Sangiovese, Casanova di Neri 'Irrosso' ~ ItalyYou have to try this. A classic super Tuscan from a top Brunello producer. Full bodied and smooth with notes of wild cherry and violets. Ultimate food wine.
£24.95£4.60Tempranillo, Biberius ~ SpainMove over Rioja, we are all drinking Ribera Del Duero wines now. Lovely dark cassis fruit, complex blackcurrant aromas and perfect with Lamb.
£35.00 Ripassa Valpolicella, Zenato ~ ItalyHigh alcohol and big flavours can lead to a wine being out of balance. Gladly, this isn't one. Strong black cherry and raisins with an oaky finish. If you're a lover of big hearted wines this could be the wine you have been waiting for.
£39.50 Chateauneuf du pape, Domaine de Nalys ~ FranceA beautifully classic silky wine with fig, blueberry and liquorice on the palate and subtle sweet spice aromas. 'Once you've had pape, you'll never look back!'.
£58.00 Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo ~ ItalyCrushed flowers, raspberries and spice emerge from this mid weight, graceful Barolo, that in every way captures the essence of the region. Okay so it's expensive, but you might die tomorrow.
£24.95£4.75Prosecco Extra Dry, Midea~ ItalyFresh and fruit packed with pear and lemony notes ooze from this fun wine.
£22.95£4.10Mirabello Pinot Grigio - ItalyA fashionable pink sparkling version of Italy's most popular white grape; Light, dry and refreshing.
£40.00£6.80Guy Laforge Brut Champagne ~ FranceSimple & elegant champagne with a dry biscuit finish
£65.00 Veuve Cliquot Yellow label ~ FranceWinner of more awards than you can shake a stick at. Golden yellow with a foaming necklace of tiny bubbles.
£66.50 Laurent Perrier Rose ~ FranceThis wonderful pink champagne is pale salmon in colour, with precise, crisp aromas of strawberries, redcurrants, raspberries and black cherries.
£115.00 Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque 2007 ~ FranceLight gold with an almost radiant clarity and fine, vibrant bubbles.
The Old Harkers Arms, 1 Russell Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH3 5AL
Tel: 01244 344 525
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A Brunning & Price pub
Use the calendar to book a table. If the time you're after is not available, give us a call and we will try our best to fit you in. We keep some tables for phone bookings.
We don't reserve any of our outside tables so if you enjoy a little alfresco dining these are first come first serve.
Unfortunately, due to the nature of the pub as a bit of a 'city boozer' in style, it is not suitable for children.