The Cartford Inn - Hotel, Bar & Restaurant - Cartford Lane, Little Eccleston, Near Great Eccleston, Lancashire


Established for many years as a “real ale” pub we have retained four traditional cask ales including Theakston’s Old Peculiar, plus the unique range of beers brewed on the premises by Hart’s brewery including “Dishy Debby” and “Ice Maiden”. To complement our range of beers and real ales we have developed an extensive wine list offering a wide choice of quality wines from around the world. Serving good fresh coffees using the finest of Lavazza coffee freshly grounded beans reinforces our pursuit of quality. For real connoisseurs we also stock some of finest whiskies, brandies and Port.

White Selection - Red Selection - Pink Selection - Bubbles Sweeties - Mineral Waters - Pocas Port- Whisky & Brandy



1. No Man's Peak Chenin Blanc, Drakensberg (South Africa)	13.75
A bursting impression of crunchy green apples with an attractive sweetness

2. Epoto Viura/Verdejo, Bodegas Pilar-Aranda (Spain)	£13.95
A great example of what can be achieved from intelligent winemaking. There is plenty of 'bang for your buck!

3. Westbound Chardonnay, Route 66 (California)	£13.95
Wines from the 'Sunshine State' offering a delicious ripeness with an instant appeal.

4. Muscadet, Fief de la Brie 'Sur Lie', Bonhomme (Loire France)	£14.95
Left on its lees for extra flavours this is a classic example of how delicious Muscadet can be

5. Viognier, Hubert de Bouvey (South France)	£14.50
Superb typicity of peaches and fruit with lingering overtones of tangerines.

6. Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi, Monticelli (Italy)	£14.75
Zesty, fresh & racy with an appealing almond butter finish.

7. Riesling, Cave de Pfaffenheim (Alsace France)	£15.75
Racy, steely & lime sherbert with a nice floral nose. Cleansing & quite dry.

8. Torrontes, Crios de Susana Balbo (Argentina)	£16.25
Almost Muscat & Gewurztraminer rolled into one. Juicy peaches & white blossom.

9. Unoaked Chardonnay 'Sur Lie', Avondale (South Africa)	£17.95
Gentle tropical fruits & fresh acidity ensures a clean glass of Chardonnay.

10. ArneisI, Crittenden, King Valley (Australia)	£19.75
A very rare grape variety from North West Italy grown in Australia. The results are stunning.

11 Waipara Hills Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough (New Zealand)	£21.00
Typical gooseberry, passion fruit & redcurrant aromas. This explodes in the mouth.

12. Pinot Gris, Mornington Estate (Australia)	£21.50
Quince, pear & gala melon aromas waft gently & a hint of spice adds weight.

13. Chablis, Domaine Philippe Testut (Burgundy France)	£22.50
Steely with a powerful minerality & good weight of buttery fruit. Classic Chablis!

14. Sancerre, Domaine Croix St Ursin (Loire France)	£24.00
Flinty wine, immense forward fruit & zippy finish to boot.

15. Albarino, Lagar de Cervera, Rias Baixas (Spain)	£25.00
Spain's great white hope. Delicious apple fruit with a hint of peachy nuttiness.

16. Rully 1er Cru Les Margotes, Jean-Claude Breliere (Burgundy France)	£28.50
Patrick's favourite white wine. This is unfiltered to maintain the fantastic depth of flavours.
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17. Cabernet Sauvignon, Los Vilos (Chile)	£13.75
Pure unadulterated fruit with notes of raspberries & plums.

18. Alto Pinot Noir, Pampas del Sur (Argentina)	£13.75
Pound for pound the best Pinot Noir we have tasted. Full of ripe, chunky cherry fruits.

19. Shiraz/Cabernet, Sandford Estate (Australia)	£14.25
Astonishing concentration of fruit. Ripe blackberries & soft tannins combine delightfully.

20. Cotes du Ventoux, La Vieille Ferme (South France)	£14.50
The famous Perrin family have used their wonderful winemaking skills to offer an impeccable wine.

21. Zinfandel, Angel's Flight (California)	£14.95
Savoury raspberry & cracked black pepper taste. Eat it up!

22. Coroa D'ouro Reserva (Portugal)	£15.25
A blend of local varieties producing a blockbusting wine. Miss out at your own expense.

23. Gougenheim Malbec, Tupungato (Argentina)	£15.75
Enticing aromas of damson & currant with a hint of toasty vanilla. Dark, dense & succulent

24. Calderona Roble, Bodegas Frutos Villar-Cigales (Spain)	£16.50
This up & coming region produces vibrant & juicy wines full of rich, ripe fruit.

25. Chateau Gasquerie, Cotes de Castillon (Bordeaux France)	£16.75
90% Merlot aged in small oak casks for 8 months, this is quite savoury yet full of dusky black fruits & a hint of spice.

26. Private Selection Shiraz, Craneford Estate (Australia)	£16.95
John Zilm is one of the hottest up & coming talents in the Barossa. Rich, jammy & brash.

27. Pinotage, Avondale Estate (South Africa)	£17.75
Exclusive to the UK market. Delicious & rounded with its dark fruit character amply supported by a hint of charred leather & baked damson.

28. Killara Park Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley (Australia)	£19.50
Loaded with ripe red berry, mocha, maraschino cherry & smoky flavours that seem to expand in the mouth

29. Fleurie, Domaine Pardon (Beaujolais France)	£21.75
Seductive, velvety raspberry & cherry flavours. Without doubt the Queen of the Cru Beaujolais.

30. Crozes Hermitage, Domaine Pochon (Rhone France)	£21.95
If you love pure, unadulterated, concentrated Syrah, then look no further. Stunning!

31. Rioja Vega Reserva, Bodegas Vega (Spain)	£25.00
One of the oldest bodegas in Spain dating back to 1882. Voted best 'Reserva' by its peers last year. Enough said!

32. Chateau Paran Justice, Grand Cru St. Emilion (Bordeaux France)	£30.00
Layer upon layer of ripe pruney fruits from the fabulous '98 vintage. Just starting to open out & will only get better
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33. Corail Rose, Chateau de Roquefort (Provence France)	£16.25
One of the shining stars of the region. Organically made & “heart-warmingly beautiful”.

34. Castell d'Olerdola Brut Rosado Cava (Spain)	£16.75
Elegant, light & floral with lovely strawberry fruit & a soft creamy mousse.
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35. Cremant d'Alsace, Materne Haegelin	£20.00
Obviously I am a big Cremant fan. This is a quality classic-method Sparkling & a bargain.

36. House of Townend Centenary Cuvee	£30.00
It only seemed right to list this superb Cuvee to celebrate our patron supplier's centenary.	175ml glass £6.00

37. Laurent Perrier Brut NV	£37.50
This still family owned business creates a unique & elegant fizz.

38. Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut	£42.00
Prestigious House. More full bodied & rich in style.

39. Laurent Perrier Brut Rose Reserve	£55.00
The ultimate rose with plenty of stylish strawberry fruit.

40. Dom Perignon 1999	£120.00
All hail the man who started it all. We have a lot to be thankful for.
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41. Muscat de Rivesaltes, Chateau de Rombeu (France)	half £15.00
Golden & perfumed wine. Luscious yet not cloying.	75ml glass £3.25

42. Muscat Rouge, Avondale Estate (South Africa)	half £16.00
Dark & sticky. A great match with chocolate.
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Blue Keld	Still 330ml £1.50
Dating back to Nordic times, this natural mineral water flows from a genuine artesian spring situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds
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The still family owned House of Pocas received the well-deserved accolade of international Wine Challenge Fortified Winemaker of the year in 2001. As well as his prestigious award they also won the International Wine Challenge Fortified Wine Trophy for the Pocas Vintage 1997. There is no doubt that this Port House is one of the best kept secrets of the Duoro.

43. Directors' Choice Vintage Character	50ml glass £2.95
Rich, concentrated prunes lead to a voluptuous mouthful with a sweet fruit finish.

44. 10 Year Old Tawny	50ml glass £3.75
Delicate with long nutty fruits & light elegance.

44. Vintage 1997	50ml glass £6.00
As mentioned above. A truly outstanding wine.
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We have also selected a fine selection of blended and single malt whisky, brandy and armagnac.
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