Wine

Ananda offers exquisitely Indian cuisines enthusing the senses with subtle flavors and creative flair allowing for an innovative dining experience.

Please note that the menus below are sample menus and that from time to time certain dishes or ingredients are restricted due to market availability.

Wine

At Ananda, great care has been taken to produce an extensive wine portfolio specifically designed to enhance the flavours of our dishes. Although there is no definitive answer, no universally accepted solution as to which wine best suits which dish, at Ananda, we have explored the onerous task of matching wine to perfectly complement the subtle style of our food.

We are confident this comprehensive wine selection will tantalise the most discerning of palates and hope that you enjoy the fascinating wonder of food and wine pairing. However, we are also happy to make recommendations based on research and experience to assist you in choosing the best wine for your dish.
Enjoy the feast of culinary specialities and fine wines chosen for your dining pleasure.

Aperitifs & Cocktails
Bellini	Cobra /Tiger
Caipirinha	Non alcoholic beer
Cosmopolitan	Sherry – Sweet / Med / Dry
Kir Royal	Dry White Port
Mojito	Pineau des Charentes

House Selection White

Michel Torino Award Sauvingnon Blanc 2009/10

Pink grapefruit & grass on the nose, an intense fresh mouthfeel.Argentina

Yalumba Viognier Organic 2010

A rich, textured & harmonious wine with layers of spice, citrus & apricot.Australia

Gruner Veltliner Domaene Gobelsburg Kamptal 2010

Zesty with melon peach & citrus a stylish match with lively spicy flavours. Austria

Esperanza Verdejo Viura 2009/10

Crisp & refreshing displaying delicate floral aromas. Delicious. Spain

House Selection Red

Michel Torino Award Merlot 2009/10

Ripe blackberries coffee & mint notes fruit driven palate taste full and dry finish.Argentina

Yalumba Shiraz Organic 2010

This is a fruit driven, medium bodied wine with fine tannins.Australia

Cusumano Nero D’Avola 2009

Rich fruit of cherry & blackberry, gentle spiciness & good length. Sicily

Champagne & Sparkling

Italy

Valdo Prosecco

France

Pierre Paillard Rose NV House Champagne

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label

Louis Roederer NV

Bollinger N.V

Wines by the Glass White

Unwooded Chardonnay Yalumba Y Series 2008/09

Full bodied & fruity, crisp citrus acidity on the finish.Australia

Marchesi de Rubini Pinot Grigio 2009/10

Crisp, fresh & fruity, very elegant delicate hints of hazelnuts on the finish. Italy

Court les Muts Bergerac sec 2009

A super lively fresh wine with hints of gooseberry & lemon, dry, clean & zesty.France

Don David Reserva Torrentes 2009/10

Finesse & elegant and exotic fruit good acidity and freshness of citrus. Argentina

Jacques Iltis Vin de Alsace Pinot Blanc 08

100% Pinot Blanc, notes of peach honey & citrus with a rich textured palate. France

Lawsons Dry Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2008/09

Aromas of passion fruit , lemon blossom & gooseberry balanced with good weight and a clean crisp finish. New Zealand

Terra Barossa Riesling 2009/10 Eden Valley

Zesty, fresh lemon & lime, good structure & a crisp dry finish.Australia

Rose

Miguel Torres Santa Digna Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

Fragrant & floral, with a temptingly fruity sensuality.Chile

Wines by the Glass Red

Yalumba Y Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2006/07

Soft tannins with a juicy fruit finish.Australia

Chateau De Seuil Graves 2004

Classic Bordeaux , lovely red fruit, well structured.France

De Martino Reserve Merlot Maipo valley 2007/08

Exceptional Merlot, dry with good fruit & a long rounded finish.Chile

Marques de Vitoria 2007/08 Rioja

A sweet fruity wine with a rich bouquet of berries & spice. elegant finish.Spain

Yalumba Barossa Shiraz Viognier 2009

Elegant, flavours of dark berries. Velvety smooth tannins.Australia

Herdade dos Grous Temranillo Syrah Blend 2008/09

Delicious soft bramble & cherry flavours good acidity.Portugal

Veramonte Pinot Noir 2008/09

Bright cherry and summer berries with vanilla rich and well balanced lush finish. Chile

Don David Malbec Reserva 2008/09

Plum jam & raisin with pipe tobacco vanilla & toasted notes soft tannins.Argentina

Pezat Bordeaux Superieur 2006/07

A rich, fruity wine with a good dose of terroir. Quite spicy & nutty. France

Argentina

–Red–

Michel Torino Ciclos Malbec Merlot 2007

Aromas of red berries with vanilla & candy notes, round & well balanced tannins.

Catena Malbec 2008

Blackberry flavours with coffee, vanilla & ripe sweet tannins.

Australia

–White–

Wild Ferment Eden Valley Chardonnay 2008/09

Rich lemon & green melon fruit flavours with an oaky finish.

Yalumba The Virgilius Viognier 2008

Exotic fruit & ginger on nose, finesse & opulence on the palate complex & lush.

–Red–

Thorn Clarke Barossa Shiraz 2008/09

Red berries & spice all the way.

Penfolds Koonunga Hill 76 Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2008/09

Well rounded & balanced, generous plush black fruits & dark chocolate.

Penfolds Bin 28 Kalmina Shiraz 2004

Full bodied & refined black conserve fruit flavour with satsuma notes.

Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon Margaret River 2005/06

Powerful & delicious full bodied with smooth red fruit.

Austrian

–White–

Gruner Veltliner WECHSELBERG Birgit Ichinger 2009

Deliciously textured & weighted wine with apple jelly & peach, vibrant acidity.

–Red–

Zweigelt Mitter Joch Brigit Braunstein 2008

Lovely pure fruit fresh yet succulent & soft with raspberry & strawberry fruit.

California

–Red–

Napa Cellars Zinfandel 2007/08 Napa Valley

Deep colour with intense bouquet of red fruit, rich smooth & silky on the palate.

Zig Zag Zin Zinfandel 2007/08

A mad, zany label & equally exuberant fruit & power. hints of pepper & a velvety finish.

Chile

–White–

De Martino Sauvignon Blanc 2010 Organic/h4>

Aromatic & Fresh, full of flavour with a long generous finish.

–Red–

Casa Silva Carmenère Reserva 2008/09

Mass of ripe fruit black cherry, very attractive. Fine yet balanced tannins.

France

–White–

Macon Lugny Les Charmes 2009/10

Crisp pure fruit grapefruit & apples on nose well balanced dry finish.

Hugel Riesling 2009 /10

Nose of honey, lemon, a touch of kerosene, zesty citrus flavours.

Hugel Gewurztaminer 2009/10

Full, rich dry & spicy with a very aromatic flavour. compliments Asian spicy dishes.

Pouilly Fumé Domaine Chatelain 2008/09

Aromas of gooseberries, blackcurrants & asparagus. True fruit flavour.

Albert Pic Chablis 2008/09

Delicate & racy with white flowers, acacia & honey. Shows elegance.

Sancerre Domaine La Guiberte 2009

Ripe fruit & lively acidity. A classic nose of flowers & lemons. Delicious.

Domaine Gerbeaux Pouilly Fuisse 2009

Delicious full bodied, hints of citrus & vanilla full buttery palate, nicely oaked.

Sancerre Domaine Vacheron (Biodynamic) 2009

A perfectly structured wine, elegant, round flavours of fruit.

Domaine de la Vougeraie Les Pierres Blanche Cote De Beaune 2006

A very fine nose lightly wooded with notes of cherry & Kirsch very rich palate.

Trimbach Cuvee Frederic Emile Riesling 2004 Riquewihr

bright nose of quince & honey. A nutty lemon palate with a lingering orange finish.

Grand Regnard Chablis 2006/07 Burgundy

Top end Chablis brimming with the class & style you would expect from burgundy.

–Red–

Cotes du Rhone – Chateau d’Aigueville Caves Saint Pierre 2009

Deep & powerful wine, well balanced, full flavours of spice & fruit.

Cote du Ventoux Delas Freres 2008 /09

This is a fresh, fruity & easy-to-drink wine from the Ventoux.

Domaine de la Pierre Minervois 2006/07.

A blended Syrah & Grenache with satisfying power ,opulent & silky wine.

Chateau De Pierreux Brouilly 2008

Crushed berry nose & brambly fruit on palate lifted acidity & ripe tannins.

Bourgogne Pinot Noir Vieilles Vignes 2008/09

A skillfully vinified wine with a fine nose & characteristic tastes of spice & fruit.

Le Garagiste, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2005

From Chateau Teyssier, a ripe fruity rich wine with a long lingering finish.

P Ferraud & Fils Fleurie Beaujolais Domaine, Des Marrans 2008/09

A silky wine with a sparkling ruby colour, long finish with very rounded tannins.

Chateau Patache D’Aux 2001/05 Medoc

Good clear Cabernet fruit, oak still present, well structured.

Chateau La Fleur Picon Grand Cru 2006/07 Saint Emilion

Deep in colour, nearly garnet. Nose of red fruit, with a hint of roasted almonds.

Chateauneuf Du Pape Domaine Barville 2005/07

Ripe fruit aromas melted with spicy notes of red cinnamon.

Germany

–White–

Weingut Weingart Reisling Trocken 2009

Good acidity. Long dry finish. citrus & apples. Fresh & delicious.

Italian

–White–

Pinot Grigio Collavini 2009/10 Collio

Lovely nose with hints of fresh walnut & toasted almonds, A full flavoured wine.

Principessa Gavi di Gavi DOCG 2009/10

Fruity, fresh & crisp with gentle acidity & balanced finish.

–Red–

Candido La Carta Salice Salentino 2005/06

Hints of amber with maturity, lovely bouquet, well structured & well balanced.

Farnese Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Colline Teramane 2006

Ruby red Intense, persistent & fruity. Full body, good tannins & well balanced.

Tommasi Ripasso 2008 Veneto

Rich spicy black pepper nose, Full bodied, spicy, sweet cherries with a long finish.

Tommasi Amarone 2006/07

Full bodied, ripe on the nose, with clear shades of dried grapes.

New Zealand

–White–

Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc 2009

A lively wine with pear & lime flavours a hint of parsley on the long finish.

Cloudy Bay Chardonnay 2008

Fresh flowers lemon & limes mingled with toasted nuts, lovely fresh silky palate.

Cloudy Bay Te Koko Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc 2006

A complex & savoury wine that is both deliciously aromatic & richly textured.

Portugal

–Red–

Sogrape Callabriga Alentejo 2007/08

Big, ripe, leathery, mint aroma. Vibrant berry fruit & spice with a lingering finish.

South Africa

–White–

Graham Beck Viognier 2009

Aromas of golden apples with spicy citrus flavours full bodied.

–Red–

Graham Beck Pinotage 2009

A wine with ripe cherry & tropical fruit on the nose, spicy flavours on the palate.

Spain

–White–

Marques De Riscal Rueda 2009

Light & fresh with aromas of gooseberry fruits. Dry & Crisp.

Pazo Barantes Marques de Murietta albarino 2006/07

Full, generous aromas of peach, apricot & ripe apple.

–Red–

Palacios Remondo La Montessa Rioja Baja Crianza 2007

Dark rich fruits & spicy aroma of red & black fruits, light bodied full velvety finish.

Pittacum Mencia Bierzo 2006 /07

Fresh fruit aroma, elegant & fresh long balsamic fruity aftertaste.

Celeste Torres Crianza 2007/08

Spicy & intense nose, with liquorice & black pepper hints on the palate.

Bodegas Muriel Rioja Reserva 2005

Excellently blended fine wood & fruit flavours, smooth & well balanced.

Marques de Riscal Reserva 2005/06 Rioja.

Ripe fruit & cinnamon robust tannins nuances of burnt sugar.

Cune Imperial Gran Reserva 1999 Rioja

Smooth, elegant, mature wine. Gentle & graceful with cedary tones.