New England Clam Chowder

Name: New England Clam Chowder
Ingredients: 4 dozen clams, (washed); 1 cup white wine, (dry); 3 slices bacon, (cut into small strips); 2 teaspoons butter; 1 medium onion, (finely chopped); 3 cloves garlic, (finely chopped); 1 small carrot, (cut into Brunoise); 2 stalks celery, (cut into Brunoise); 4 tablespoons flour; 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder; 0.5 teaspoon fennel powder; 2 cups milk; 4 cups fish stock; 1 cup heavy cream; 3 medium potatoes, (diced); 1 cup corn kernels; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, (to taste)