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All wines subject to vintage changes
PUGLIA & ABRUZZO | reds
The rustic and hearty Negroamaro, try also the spicy Nero di Troia with its dark inky colour, the intensely perfumed Montepulciano.
“I drink wine when I win, to celebrate and I drink wine when I lose to console myself.”
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2017 |
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Gran Sasso (13.5%) |
INTENSE, FRUITY | 22.95 |
2017 |
Negroamaro IGP, I Muri Vigneti del Salento (13.5%) |
MEDIUM, FRUITY | 24.95 |
2016 |
Nero di Troia IGP Canace, Diomede (13.5%)Aromas of cocoa, spices, liquorice, coffee and raspberry fruits. |
POWERFUL, FRUITY | 39.95 |
SICILY & SARDEGNA | reds
These regions offer a huge variety of flavours and grape varieties with some of the most ancient and the most unique grape varieties to try.
“In wine there is truth.”
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2016 |
Nero D’Avola DOC, Sherazade Donnafugata (13.5%) |
ELEGANT, FRUITY | 27.95 |
2016 |
Timperosse IGT, Mandrarossa (13.5%)(Petit Verdot, Syrah) |
MEDIUM, FRUITY | 31.95 |
2014 |
Cannonau, Messa (14.5%) |
RICH, ELEGANT | 26.95 |
2016 |
Carignano Isola dei Nuraghi, Mesa (14.5%) |
FRUIT, MINERAL | 34.95 |
2015 |
Mille e una Notte, Donnafugata (14%)(Nero d;Avola Syrah, Petit Verdot) |
RICH, FULL BODIED, ELEGANT | 95.00 |
VENETO | reds
This is the beautiful region of hillsides and valleys dotted with almond and cherry trees and home of the juicy, utterly drinkable Valpolicella and intensely rich and powerful Amarone.
“The unexpressed love is like wine kept in the bottle: no quenches thirst.”
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2017 |
Valpolicella, Allegrini (13%)(Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara) |
FRUITY, SMOOTH, FRESH | 26.95 |
2014 |
Palazzo della Torre, Allegrini (13.5%)One of the wines that has made Allegrini world-renowned; velvety with ripe, juicy dark fruit, silky tannins. |
ELEGANT, INTENSE | 45.00 |
2015 |
Ripasso Superiore, Bertani (13.5%)(Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara) |
RICH, FRUITY | 39.95 |
VENETO | Amarone Classico della Valpolicella
The Amarone Classico is the result of a meticulous selection of only the highest quality grapes and a very rigorous drying process.
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2014 |
Amarone DOCG, Alpha Zeta (15%)(Corvina, Rondinella, Cabernet Sauvignon) A rich modern Amarone, a fusion of concentrated fruit and fine toasty oak that enhances a traditional style of wine |
RICH, FULL, SMOOTH | 49.95 |
2014 |
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG, Allegrini (15.5%)(Corvina, Rondinella, Oseleta) The wine has an imposing structure and depth, in its aromas of mature fruit and spice |
RICH, FULL, POWERFUL | 95.00 |
PIEMONTE | reds
Piemonte is home of the noble grape Nebbiolo, which makes both Nebbiolo and Barbera.
“Wine to me is passion. It’s family and friends. It’s warmth of heart and generosity of spirit. Wine is art. It’s culture. It’s the essence of civilisation and the art of living.”
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2016 |
Langhe Nebbiolo DOC, G.D. Vajra (14%)Elegant with herbaceous notes and perfumes of roses and red berries complemented by silky tannins and delicate acidity. |
ELEGANT, RICH SMOOTH | 38.95 |
2013 |
Barbera, Raimonda DOC, Fontanafredda (13.5%) |
FRUITY, SMOOTH | 36.95 |
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2013 |
Barolo DOCG, Massolino (13.5%) |
ELEGANT, RICH | 49.00 |
2011 |
Barolo, Vigna La Rosa, Fontafredda (14%) |
RICH, ELEGANT | 75.00 |
TOSCANA | reds
This is the domain of the Sangiovese grape which can range in profile from forward, juicy red fruits in young Chianti though to brooding, structured wines with Morello cherry and spice in powerful Brunello di Montalcino.
“A man never feels completely comfortable, if a glass of wine is not in front of him.”
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2016 |
Chianti Rufina DOCG, Selvapiana (13.5%)(Sangiovese, Canaiolo) It is ripe and juicy but still fine and elegant. |
FULL, SMOOTH | 29.95 |
2015 |
Chianti Rufina Riserva, Selvapiana (14.5%) |
POWERFUL | 45.00 |
2012 |
Flacianello IGT, Fontodi (14.5%)(100% Sangiovese) Ripe fruit and the well-balanced structure Cepparello, as well as elegant, soft tannins and a persistent finish. |
FULL, RICH | 115.00 |
2012 |
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fattoria di Barbi (14.5%) |
RICH, SMOOTH | 67.50 |
TOSCANA | Super Tuscan
“Super Tuscan” is a term used to describe red wines from Tuscany that may include the use of non-indigenous grapes, particularly Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah.
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2014 |
Il Seggio Bolgheri DOC, Poggio al Tesoro (14%)(Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot) Red berry and cassis aromas with mineral and spicy notes |
MEDIUM, SMOOTH ELEGANT | 45.00 |
2009 |
Syrah “Case Via”, Fontodi (14%)(Syrah) Concentrated aromas of cherry, dark plums and a touch of spice |
FULL, RICH, LONG | 47,00 |
2015 |
Hebo DOCG, Petra (14%)(Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Merlot) The wine has excellent balance and length with a tangy finish of blackberry and dried fruit. |
FRUITY, SMOOTH, RICH | 35.00 |
2015 |
Tignanello, Antinori (14%)(Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc) |
SMOOTH, RICH | 135.00 |
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Among the best risottos you’ll try in Glasgow
Hidden in plain sight on one of Glasgow’s busiest streets, many would walk past this Italian institution situated right opposite Central Station. The warm and unpretentious setting, together with a few glamorous touches, invites diners to indulge themselves, and with the arrival of the table nibbles you know you’re in good hands – the house-made focaccia is so moreish it would satisfy as a starter by itself. Aged prosciutto and ‘seasonal fruit’ is beautifully presented as a parcel of the freshest mixed berries, rich in colour, enveloped in a bed of the finest, thickly sliced prosciutto ham. It’s a simple but mouthwateringly sweet and salty delight – testament to the quality of their ingredients. Risotto mari e monti is among the best risottos you’ll try in Glasgow. A 50-50 ratio of rice to seafood is skilfully combined so all the textures are spot on, with enormous prawns, just pink, and generous chunks of monkfish coated in silky, al dente arborio rice, which is equally delicious (with stock tasting like the kitchen are making use of the prawn shells). Despite the portion being generous, you’ll be sorry to take the last mouthful.
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La Lanterna’s Á la carte menu is extensive. Be prepared to pour over the menu for ages, deciding what you’ll have. Phill chose the Calamari to start and this was served with garlic mayonnaise and a leafy salad. I opted for the soup of the day which was roast tomato and pepper. Both of us thoroughly enjoyed our starters and we didn’t have to wait long for them to be brought out. I deliberately went for something light and I liked that the soup was textured and looked suitably rustic.
Phill ordered the veal ravioli for his main course whilst I had the pancetta risotto. Phill’s veal and ravioli was cooked to perfection and he loved the wild mushroom sauce. My risotto was delicious, with plenty of ham, pea and mushroom throughout.
As we perused the dessert menu Phill finished the last of his red wine which the restaurant manager selected especially for him. Phill loved the taste so much he asked for the name of it to be written down. It was called Gran Maestro Puglia and the waiter who poured the wine explained in detail about its taste and how it was from his region of Italy. A nice touch.
Phill ordered the chocolate torte and I the tiramisu. The tiramisu is a La Lanterna staple and the recipe is 39 years old. It was beautifully creamy. La Lanterna is a homely feeling restaurant, they serve well-cooked, fuss-free Italian food.
- Ruth, Willow Lane Blog