Introducing the wine list at JSW
Jake's passion for wine is self evident judging by his vast choice of wine. His 700-strong list covers the globe. But, contrary to some Michelin starred restaurants (and many other restaurants), it is a fairly priced one.
Jake sources wines from five suppliers including the highly-acclaimed Corney and Barrow, Berry Bros and Fareham Wine Cellars.
There are over 45 bottles under £30 with no less than 14 by the glass including a Vieille Vignes Chablis (Pascal Bouchard) at £7.50, a Julienas, le Chateau des Capitans at £6.50.
Jake, whose Alsace wine selection is second to none, has chosen 50% New World, 50% Old World wines.
The list demonstrates a true feeling of terroir, a sense of place and craft, whether it be from the Old or New World which encompasses the Loire, the Rhone, Bordeaux, Burgundy and Alsace but equally Australia, New Zealand, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Germany, North and South America.
His half bottle list of no less than 80 selections is rarely to be found in many restaurants. Ranging from a Pouilly Fumé 2006 £19 to a Savigny Les Beaune 1 cru £30, the choice is an eclectic one mainly sourced from French, Italian, German and Austrian vineyards.
Dessert wines, a remarkable list of 38 half bottles, range from Miranda, Raisined Muscat from Australia (£21) and Baron Philippe De Rothschild (Sauternes, £27) and to pushing-the-boat-out Chateau d'Yquem, Grand Cru at £140 (1998).
'Robert Parker, the American wine writer whose guides are hugely important to wine lovers, has raised the barrier a lot,' Jake believes, wine growers and blenders taking note of his knowledge and influence, the result an increasing quality over quantity.
Ask Jake or his front of house Manager if in doubt when choosing a wine to go with the chosen dishes, is his advice. Jake's wine expertise is also shown to great effect, with wine pairings on the tasting menus.
The list also includes local beers, ciders, 13 types of sherries, 7 port choices and a full list of spirits and non-alcoholic drinks.
