The Best Supermarket Budget Friendly Rosé

The sunshine is here (sort of) and that calls for a generous splash of pink. The risk with cheaper supermarket Rosé is being burnt by a watery liquid with none of the ‘delicate’ notes you were promised, or a cloying sugar bomb. These incredibly well-rated supermarket gems on the other hand, provide all the fruity and elegant seduction without breaking the bank.  

The Best Budget Friendly Rosé at ASDA

Voga Italia Rosa

A proud winner of a Decanter World Wine Awards Bronze in 2024, this sparkler made from Pinot Gris grapes strikes the perfect balance between dry and sweet. With tart strawberry on the nose, a hint of spice, and a zesty finish with herbal notes, it’s got just the right amount of complexity. Plus, it's an absolute delight to drink and comes in a bottle that’s as stylish as the wine itself. Cheers!

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £7.75

Kylie Minogue Prosecco Rosé

Kylie Minogue's Prosecco Rosé is as stylish and sparkling as the pop icon herself. Crafted in the picturesque Gambellara hills by Zonin, this elegant rosé blends Glera and Pinot Noir grapes for a burst of strawberry and raspberry flavours, with a touch of floral blossom. It’s crisp, fresh, and balanced, despite a little extra sweetness. The pale pink hue and the charming heart design on the bottle make it a star at any summer gathering. Kylie’s wine collection just keeps delivering hits.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £8.50 (usually more!)

The Best Budget Friendly Rosé at Tesco

Maison Castel Rose D'anjou

Maison Castel Rosé d’Anjou is a delightful Loire Valley gem that’s perfect for warm evenings. Behind its pale pink hue, you'll find an inviting burst of citrus and red fruits on the nose, leading to a beautifully aromatic palate. The balance between refreshing dryness and lingering strawberry sweetness with a hint of melon makes it a top-notch sipper. Ideal for those summer nights, and at under a tenner, it’s a bargain that’s hard to resist.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £9 (£8 Clubcard Price)

Cupiolo

Cupiolo Italian Pinot Grigio Rosé is a refreshing twist on the classic Rosé style. Made from Pinot Grigio grapes grown in the high-altitude Alto Adige region of Trentino, it offers a delightful medley of soft peach, zippy lime, and a touch of bitter orange. It’s light, citrusy, and packed with crisp acidity, making it a perfect match for seafood. With mellow citrus tones and ripe red berries, it’s a proper summer garden Rosé that grows on you with every sip. One of the best options around that crucial tenner mark.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £10.75 (£9.50 Clubcard Price)

The Best Budget Friendly Rosé at Waitrose

Champteloup Rosé d'Anjou Loire

Champteloup Rosé d'Anjou from the Loire Valley is a beautifully balanced Rosé that masterfully combines sweetness and freshness. Crafted by oenologist Serge de Bucy, this wine offers a fragrant mix of strawberry, cherry, and melon, all dancing together in a light, drinkable style. The aroma brings hints of green apple, peach, and honey, while the taste is buttery with just the right touch of acidity. With its rich character leaning more towards red than white, it’s a classic French Rosé perfect for any occasion.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £8.99

La Cerisa Rosa Pinot Grigio Rosé

La Cerisa Rosa Pinot Grigio Rosé is a delightful Italian Rosé from just south of Milan. With its inviting pale coral hue and delicate red berry aromas, it’s a real treat for the senses. Produced in the rolling hills of the Provincia di Pavia, this Rosé boasts a crisp, dry profile with a lovely balance of acidity. Expect flavours of strawberry, raspberry, and a hint of peach, all wrapped up in a smooth, refreshing finish. The pleasing after taste is a stand out actually.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £8.99

The Best Budget Friendly Rosé at Sainsbury’s

La Terrasse Rosé Pays d'Oc

This is as delicate and crisp as superb supermarket Rosé gets. La Terrasse Rosé Pays d'Oc is like capturing the essence of summer in a bottle. Crafted by the legendary Jean-Claude Mas, this Rosé is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Cinsault, offering a burst of luscious red fruits with a crisp, zesty finish. Pale and elegant, it pairs perfectly with light dishes and grilled fare. The little kiss of rhubarb is a perfect addition too. And the bottle – gorgeous. What’s not to like?

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £10.50

Madame F Rosé Wine

Madame F Rosé is as stylish as it is delicious, with its glamorous bottle and vibrant blend of Grenache and Shiraz. This Rosé bursts with smooth strawberry sweetness, making it a crowd-pleaser. It’s also wonderfully food-friendly, pairing perfectly with seafood paella thanks to its citrusy acidity. Beyond the wine itself, there’s plenty to applaud—especially its collaboration with Queer Britain, supporting the creation of the UK's first LGBTQ+ museum. A snazzy frog, a worthy cause, and a delightful Rosé – yes please.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Find here: £9.50

We almost always feature a couple of Rosés in our regularly updated Supermarket Wine Bargains, so if you’re after the best discounts each month head over there and find your shop!

La Fête: America’s Hottest Rosé Arrives in the UK

The wine industry has historically been something of a closed club, dominated and often gatekept by white men. Things are improving and diversifying with many more exceptional women winemakers and people of colour rising through the ranks, setting up their own businesses and paving the way for more of the same from future generations. Nonetheless, there remains lots of work to be done. Still today, only around 1% of wine producers in America are black-owned for example. One person blazing the trail is Founder and CEO of La Fête Wine Company, Donae Burston.

After a high-profile career with LVMH working in and amongst some of the world’s most prestigious wine brands, and experiencing directly the feeling of being an outsider, Donae wanted to create something of his own. Whilst celebrating his 30th in Saint Tropez, he first had a taste of pristine Provence Rosé and his path was forged in that moment.

La Fête’s mission is to bring exceptional Provence to the world and revitalise wine culture to make it accessible and inclusive to more people. Since launching in only 2019, they’ve made staggering progress on both these fronts, taking the US by storm and securing partnerships with a selection of the finest restaurants there. They’ve also put their money where their mouth is on the ground, using sale proceeds to create travel experiences and industry opportunities for underrepresented young people, so not only are they setting an inspirational example for the BIPOC community, but they’re financially supporting them too. Bravo.

Striking a partnership with the renowned Château Saint-Maur, one of only 18 Cru Classé estates in Provence, La Fête now have a coveted trio in their name – first the Rosé, then the Blanc and finally the Rouge. Their flagship La Fête du Rosé was the only wine in its category to be awarded the Double Gold medal at last year’s highly regarded World Wine & Spirits Competition.

A pale blend of Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah, vivid stone fruits tantalise on the nose, where you also get a sense of slight minerality. In the mouth, the precise blend of exotic fruits explodes with juicy flavours and incredible refreshment, with subtle nutty depth rounding the profile off.

In the US, Rosé has long been marketed as a summer sipper for women, unlike France where it’s enjoyed by all at any time of year. To change entrenched perceptions like this, the wine itself needs to be good enough so that everyone wants to drink it, and they can’t wait until summer to do so. As the fastest-growing imported luxury Rosé in the country, La Fête have clearly cracked it.

And now, the hype is crossing over from the Atlantic, as UK Sommelier Wine Awards’ Fine Wine Merchant of the Year winner Top Selection are making the full trilogy available in the UK exclusively through them.  If you’re interested in Provence Wine and want to taste La Fête’s offering, then you’ll be able to from June onwards – in other words, any day now!

For more information about La Fête Wine Company, explore their website here!

Which Wine Should I Drink Now and What Can I Keep?

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So many wines from around the world across price points - how do you pick your bottle or two, or even mix 3-6 with the seasonal and perpetual 25% off deals from supermarkets and High Street retailers? Do you buy wines weekly or keep some away for special occasions? With new wines appearing online and on the shelves all the time, how do you judge price vs quality and which wines are worth keeping? 

For the UK retail market, the average spend on a bottle of wine is between £5 - £6.99. Say on a bottle of £6 wine, only 89p is attributed to the wine itself after excise duty, VAT, packaging, logistics and retail margin. Whilst on a £10 and £20 bottle before discounting, the actual value for the wine itself rises to £2.64 and £6.98 respectively. In other words, you get more wine for your money as you spend more per bottle. That does not mean a £20 bottle of wine is necessarily three times ‘better value for money’ than a £10 one though!

There is also a myth that wines improve over time. Yes and no. Red, white and sparkling wines all have different lifespans. As a ballpark, if you paid under £12 (before discounting) for a bottle of wine, perhaps it is not worth extended keeping. There are always exceptions.

Climate change and market conditions (global wine production in 2023 dropped by 10% from the previous year) add pressure on winemakers and producers to release wines for early consumption. Not many of us have the storage space at home for a cellar, or the intention to invest in the services of commercial storage specialists. It is therefore not surprising to see one UK leading supermarket’s own brand range with ‘Storage: It is recommended that this wine be consumed within 1 year of purchase.’ on the back label. Having said all that, some ‘fine’ or even everyday wines will reward us through patience, and a few common sense storage criteria (see below).

The eight wines below are for illustrative purposes, across generic categories and vintages. Accepting each wine is unique, we hope to inspire you through some general principles, in getting the most enjoyment from each bottle now and well into the future.

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Rosé 

Most pink wines such as this Miraval Côtes de Provence are meant to be drunk young and fresh. Only keep your rosé in the fridge when ready to open. If stored correctly (see below), this could easily retain its crisp freshness for 2-3 years after purchase. Long gone is the perception that rosé is something you sip by the pool on holiday or only in the summer. Depending on individual wines, some rosé pair well with spicy food and the off-dry varieties stand up to fiery chilli. 

Non-Vintage (NV) Champagne or Sparkling Wines

As a very general rule, drink Prosecco within a year of purchase. On the other hand, NV champagne (those without a year on the label) and sparkling wines such as the Balfour Hush Heath Estate Leslie’s Reserve made in the traditional method with secondary in-bottle fermentation deliver more complex flavours and greater intensity, which may well develop further over 1-5 years if stored properly.

Cava made in the traditional method mostly in Catalunya, when unopened and stored properly, can generally last 1-2 years past the expiration date stated on the label. 

Reds to drink now

e.g. Beaujolais and Beaujolais Villages, Chianti, Rioja Crianza or other Tempranillo-based wines, and most wines under £12.

Much depends on the grape (inherent acidity and level of tannins in the skin) and also winemaking style. In general, most reds keep longer than still whites due to the tannins (think the slightly bitter and leathery feel from a cup of strong black tea). Even the traditional tannic Bordeaux and Burgundy fine reds are now more approachable when opened relatively young (e.g. vintages 2017/18). 

Rioja (mostly Tempranillo) is a popular red from Spain. It has four ageing categories by law:

• Joven: typically young and fruity, with no minimum ageing requirements and are typically released in the year following the vintage (the year in which the grapes were harvested);

• Crianza: must be aged in oak barrels prior to release. These wines develop additional flavours such as vanilla, smoke and coconut;

• Reserva: such as the above M&S No.21 Lomas del Marques 2015, must be aged for extended periods of time before release, both in oak barrels and in-bottle. The flavours are usually more pronounced and complex than a Crianza. The M&S Reserva 2015 was released in 2021, with a drinking window to 2025; so it is probably peaking now;

• Gran Reserva: subject to the highest minimum ageing requirements and are reflected in their higher prices.

Due to the above ageing requirements, mature Spanish reds are often great value for money when released in the UK, if you prefer wines with greater depth and texture without having to wait another 5-10 years!

Below, we will show you a fine red that is worth keeping.

Whites to drink now

e.g. Pinot Grigio, Viognier / Condrieu, Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, Vinho Verde, Albariño and other Galician whites; and most whites under £12.

In recent years, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough have become the Darling Buds of May, or anytime anywhere. When young, they have that zesty acidity, grassy and asparagus nose with a lemony and sometimes flinty palate. It is rarely marketed as an age-worthy white, unlike the fine whites (chardonnay) from Burgundy such as Chablis Grand Cru or Puligny-Montrachet. 

The above Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2022 is regarded as one of the finest from Marlborough with a premium price tag. It is expected to keep up to five years. Nothing is absolute for wine. Far from being over the hill, a bottle of Yealands Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2019 from Awatere Valley, Marlborough at less than half the price of the Cloudy Bay was still robust with fresh acidity and a long mineral finish when opened in April 2024. 

We now turn our attention to four categories of wine you might like to keep, if you could resist the temptation.

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Fine Reds

e.g. most above £12 - Pinot Noir/Red Burgundy, Sangiovese such as Chianti Classico and Brunello di Montalcino, Grenache/Garnacha, southern Rhône reds such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Shiraz/Syrah and northern Rhône reds such as Côte-Rôtie and Hermitage, Merlot - Right-Bank Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon - Left-Bank Bordeaux, and Nebbiolo - Barolo & Barbaresco. 

The Penfolds Max’s Shiraz 2020 from Adelaide Hills, South Australia was released in 2022; retaining black fruit concentration with high acidity and firm tannins at a whopping 14.5% ABV. These elements together provide the in-bottle conditions to help the tannins soften over time, and develop further complexity till 2031. Of course you can open and drink it now, and it is probably more accessible than its Northern Rhône counterparts (Côte-Rôtie & Hermitage). Given Penfolds’ suggested drinking window, this fine Shiraz is still a baby that needs time to calm down. 

Fine Whites

e.g. most above £12 - Rhône whites such as Hermitage Blanc, Chablis, Chardonnay, white Burgundy, Gewürztraminer, Chenin Blanc, Semillon, Riesling. 

Less famous than Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc, and not the most widely grown; Riesling is often hailed as the noble grape by wine professionals, but not consumers who often associate it with German sweet wines with low alcohol. Occasional indecipherable labels in only German do not help either. 

Unlike Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling is renowned for its capacity to develop for years, even decades in bottle. As an aromatic grape varietal, Riesling does not need high alcohol to be made into a variety of wines from dry to off-dry, medium and sweet, and from light to full in body

Yet, if you were to taste a fruity and light Riesling from Mosel, Germany, usually between 8-10% ABV, side by side with a bone dry version at 13% ABV from the Clare or Eden Valley in South Australia, they could not be more different. Other fine Rieslings are also produced in Alsace and Austria; such as the Rabl Schenkenbichl Riesling Reserve 2018 (13% ABV) drinking to 2026 at least.

Vintage Champagne or Sparkling Wines

If you look closely at the above Hattingley Blanc de Blancs 2014 from Hampshire England, it clearly states ‘Traditional Method Brut’ Vintage 2014. In exceptional years, a portion of the best grapes are used to create a Vintage Champagne or Sparkling Wine. ‘Brut’ usually denotes dry due to the high acidity and lively dissolved bubbles in the wine. 

2014 was an exceptional year for some of the finest parcels of Hampshire Chardonnay that were used in creating this Blanc de Blancs (100% Chardonnay). 13% of the wine was fermented in old oak barrels to add a creamy and toasty texture to the palate. Ageing on lees for over five years added further complexity. It was only disgorged in March 2020 and released in 2021. This costly and laborious winemaking method produces fine sparkling wine in small quantities commanding very high prices. 

High quality vintage champagne or sparkling wines should keep for 2-10 years after release, not the vintage year.

Sweet Wines

There are different styles of sweet wines such as the Canadian Icewine and German Eiswein made with frozen grapes. Other famous varieties such as Sauternes and the Hungarian Tokaji Aszú are made from ripe grapes affected by Botrytis (Noble Rot), a fungus that causes the water in the grapes to evaporate, resulting in high concentration of acids, sugars and flavours which are essential to produce premium sweet wines. 

This Disznókõ Tokaji Aszú 2017 is made mainly from Furmint, an indigenous Hungarian grape with natural high acidity very susceptible to botrytis. Tokaji Aszú spends a significant time ageing in oak, giving a balance of intense stone fruits (apricots), citrus fruits with vanilla and smoke, and aromas of dried fruit, caramel and nuts. The sweetness and full-body are balanced by high acidity with a long and intense finish. It is a treat with blue cheese, desserts, foie gras or on its own. The 2017 vintage will continue to develop complex flavours for up to 20 years in the bottle.

How should I store my wines?

Wine is a fragile living thing. Temperature fluctuations and strong direct light are combo killers; so a kitchen wine rack is definitely out. They need a consistent temperature, ideally around 13ºC but anywhere between 10-20ºC is acceptable; so avoid proximity to fireplaces or central heating radiators. 

Avoid placing your wines, especially sparkling wines near direct natural or artificial light.

With cork closure, it’s best to store the bottles on their side in a cool, dry and dark place. Screwcaps can be placed upright.

How long should I keep my wines?

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As you may have probably realised by now, this is a very difficult question besides the above general guidelines. With fine wines, it might be worth buying 3-12 wines of the same vintage if you have the space, patience and budget to open one periodically. This is a luxury and pleasure in being able to chart your favourite wine’s journey in your home.

Fortunately, help is at hand via a little annual wine bible: Hugh Johnson’s Pocket Wine Book (Ed. Margaret Rand) published since 1977. Besides the quick vintage charts as seen above, this little gem lists leading producers from Austria to Uruguay; with special emphasis on Bordeaux producers’ best vintages and their readiness to drink. It is indispensable as an up-to-date succinct reference source.

Last but not least, wines are to be drunk. More and more wines are now made to be consumed sooner rather than later. Having the patience and space to store wines properly is likely to be rewarded. But as Margaret Rand put it, some of these laid down wines might outlive you. It depends on how much you like your heirs.

By Will Wong

Supermarket Wine Bargains: Tesco May 2024

Tesco shoppers and wine lovers, listen up. The amazing bargain bottles this May are not to be missed, and you’ve got until the 20th May to get them. We’ve gone through every offer and narrowed it down to the best. Below are four stunning reds, four crisp whites and two sophisticated Rosés – all for under £10. Oh, be aware that you’ll need a Clubcard to take advantage of these brilliant bargains! Let’s go deal diving.

Tesco Red Wines May 2024

Don Carlo Nero D'avola

This Sicilian red is definitely worth picking up for under £10. It’s full bodied, brimming with violets, blackcurrant and rounded off by spice and vanilla. It achieves really impressive deep flavours without becoming too heavy and thick on the tongue. Intense.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £9.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £11)

Diablo Black Cabernet Sauvignon

This is another red, this time from the Maule Valley of Chile and aged in both French and American oak barrels. The results are full of personality with dark wood, tobacco and rich fruits layering up like a dream. Inky, deep and devilishly delicious.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £8.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £10)

Ramon Bilbao Rioja Crianza

We love Spanish Rioja when it’s done right, and this is masterful. It has a spicy, cosy autumnal feel with blackberries and baked plums a-plenty, backed up by plenty of cedary oak. Cherry and chocolate fill out the big body nicely.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £8.75 (Clubcard Price) (usually £9.75)

Apothic Merlot

This soaring Cali Merlot can divide opinion, but many great things do. It’s indulgent and jammy, with big buttery vanilla and sweet jam. In fact, it’s one of the sweetest Merlots in the supermarket, making it rich and filling. But we think it shows restraint where needed, adding spice for complexity. Give it a go!

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £9 (Clubcard Price) (usually £10.50)

Tesco Rosé Wines May 2024

Mud House Chile Sauvignon Blanc Rose

This is a really nice little Rosé, well balanced, crisp, and refreshing in nature. It has a lovely summery feel with a barrage of strawberry and citrus and interesting bitterness towards the end.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £7.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £9.50)

Crocodile Diamante Rose

This glamorous bottle hides a pale, crisp Southern Rhone Valley style Rosé. It’s a world away from in-your-face sweet fruits; rather, it’s delicate with a noticeably clean feel. Fresh floral tones and vibrant zippy acidity mean it it’s far from dull. Class in a glass.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Find here: £9.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £11.50)

Tesco White Wines May 2024

Diablo Golden Chardonnay White Wine

If you’re a fan of Chilean Chard then don’t miss this. It lures you in with some simple buttery notes but then comes a tropical flood with charred pineapple and interesting wet flint notes. It’s a bit all over the place, but it all comes together and the journey is interesting.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £8.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £10)

Villa Maria Earth Garden Organic Sauvignon Blanc

Benchmark Marlborough Sauvignon here. The texture stands out immediately, feeling heavy and full of elderflower, gooseberry, and ripe stone fruits. It’s so, so fresh and the minerality lingers bringing some edginess to proceedings. Great touch of salinity too.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £10 (Clubcard Price) (usually £12)

Boschendal Sauvignon Blanc

Boschendal do some great work with conservation and biodiversity which is always a bonus when picking wines, but what’s inside has to be quality stuff too and this is. The cooler coastal vineyards bring expressive freshness to the lemon and lime citrus, but you also get the full range of Sauvignon notes with grapefruit tang, subtle nectarine, and tropical pineapple. It’s dry and minerally too so fantastic with shellfish. Top buy.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £8.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £9.75)

Other Great Discounts Worth Checking Out:

RED WINE:

Diablo Red Blend – Was £10.50 Now £8

19 Crimes The Uprising Red Wine – Was £11 Now £9.50

19 Crimes The Banished Dark Red  – Was £10.50 Now £8

B.Ink Red Blend Wine– Was £10 Now £8

WHITE WINE:

Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc – Was £10.50 Now £8

Yealands Sauvignon Blanc– Was £10 Now £7

ROSÉ WINE:

Maison Castel Rose D'anjou – Was £9 Now £8

If you shop elsewhere then not to worry, check our website for our other up to date Supermarket Bargains!

6 Great British Rosé Wines to Try in Your Glass

The Great British wine revolution has been hitting the recent news headlines with increased popularity amongst wine lovers as more people discover that British wines actually taste good! Champagne houses such as Pommery and Taittinger have been in on the action too and are known to have purchased land in Hampshire and Kent, within Great Britain, as the British climate is also favourable for sparkling wines.

Similar grapes to those used in luxury champagne (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) are grown on UK soils and are now also used to make English sparkling wine via the traditional method, but at a fraction of the cost for those of us enjoying those bubbles at home. However, most of the attention has remained focused on those tasty sparkling and still British white wines, such as Bacchus, so we’re here to shine the spotlight on delightful British rosé wines… perfect for Great British Rosé Week, at any time during rosé wine season or indeed at any other time of the year - there’s no reason needed!

Rosé wines are typically made using the same winemaking processes as red wines but the main difference is that the red grape skins are only in contact for a few hours rather than the weeks taken for red wines, resulting in that light pink colour that we all know and love!  There are many British vineyards to discover for a summer’s day trip with a tour and wine tasting – some vineyards might also offer accommodation if you wish to make a night out of it. In the meantime, let’s dive in to some British Rosé to tease your taste buds!

Halfpenny Green English Rosé 2022

With 30 years of farming divided amongst a family involved with the Halfpenny Estate and with south western facing slopes within the Severn Valley in South Staffordshire, this Rosé has that fashionable Provençal hue but packs in the fruitiness. There is a pronounced intensity of strawberries and stone fruits with a zesty contrast providing that refreshing taste that would be ideal for a trip to a summer’s meadow. As it is an off dry rosé wine blend with a hint of minerality, this Rosé will pair nicely with some cheese, crackers and light Mediterranean style salads.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £12.25

Tuffon Hall Beatrice Pinot Noir Rosé 2022

Beatrice is the name of the winemakers’ second daughter and therefore this is a very personal touch felt with this Tuffon Hall rosé, from North Essex, that bears her name. With four and a half generations working on this estate’s land, there is a genuine sense of the labour of love that pervades this wine. The land itself can be detected in the wine with an earthy smell balancing out the strawberries, raspberries and cherry in this medium bodied Pinot Noir rosé. This dry, tart but elegant award winning rosé will be one to share with friends, if you feel so inclined!

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11.5%
Find here: £16.99

Hattingley Valley Still Rosé 2022 

This Hampshire based Pinot Noir Rosé has been winning a plethora of awards such as the Best Still Rosé with good reason! It is served with a screwcap, with a bright pink hue and whilst it is light to drink that does not mean that its moreish strawberries and cranberries fruit flavour are not appreciated in providing that enhancement to its light intensity with a subtle, dry finish and tangy bite. This Rosé will complement seasoned fish dishes well.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Find here: £20

Simpsons Estate Railway Hill Rosé 2022

From the North Downs of Kent, the Simpsons Estate was established in 2014 and its chalk soil forms part of the same chalk ridge that is located between Southern England and Champagne, in France, and even stretches as far as to Burgundy! It is therefore not surprising that this Rosé from their Railway Hill vineyard was a silver winner of the International Wine Challenge in 2020. This Pinot Noir Rosé is a slightly deeper pink than a Provençal style rosé but the bouquet of summer fruits is enticing on the nose. With a pronounced intensity of strawberries and cream with citrus to provide that refreshing, crisp texture this is a juicy Rosé that could be enjoyed alongside a packet of salted crisps!

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £20

Denbies Rose Hill Rosé

Denbies has become the UK’s first vineyard and winery to achieve Net Zero status in wine production as part of its sustainability efforts. You can therefore visit this Surrey vineyard knowing that it is carbon positive and intentional about reducing its carbon footprint. Plus, this fruity Rosé is a balanced blend of Dornfelder and Pinot Noir grapes from the vineyard which highlights the natural sweetness. It is an easy drinking, off-dry rosé to drink for apéro hour with its full flavour, medium bodied, smooth texture and that added citrus hint. For a full weekend visit, you could combine your Denbies wine tasting experience with some cycling in nearby Box Hill!

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £11.99

Oastbrook Rosé 2022

Being described as similar to a cult winery in the Vines in a Cold Climate book, which discusses the English wine revolution, the Oastbrook Estate’s reputation precedes it! It is a Sussex based vineyard, which is an area that recently received Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status, and is close to the river Rother and within easy reach of British beaches on which to enjoy this late harvest succulent Rosé! The estate does have onsite accommodation too such as lodges and glamping, if you book quickly, meaning that you could be served this rich balanced rosé directly to your own private space. Slightly pink orange in colour with strawberry, melon, citrus and stone fruits aromas, this is an extremely palatable off-dry Rosé wine which can be drunk by itself and conjures up images of strawberries and cream and Wimbledon! Plus, having the bottle number on its label, from this small production, does make purchasing this Rosé seem like an extra special treat and you’re worth it!

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Find here: £18.50

You can’t say that we’re not generous as we have an extra treat, which does make this the lucky 7 recommendations! But, if you haven’t tried a Mirabeau wine before then it is definitely worth adding to your shopping lists! Technically, it’s not a British wine as it is grown in Provence but the owners of the estate are English winemakers who moved their family to France to set up their winery and fulfil their dream of making good quality rosé. So, without further ado, let’s explore a glass of Mirabeau…

Mirabeau X Côtes de Provence Rosé 2022

This quintessential Provençal salmon pink rosé blend, from the area that is north of Aix-en-Provence, is designed to impress with its delicate profile. It is a well-rounded vegan friendly Rosé, with a light intensity which becomes more profound over time to reveal crisp, fruit forward aromas combining strawberries, grapefruit, stone fruits and a degree of minerality with a long finish. It is a very quaffable, sophisticated and stunning wine which will be perfect for those lunchtime occasions at work or play or for those moments when you catch yourself daydreaming and imagining that you are by the French riviera!

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £13

Rosé can truly be drunk at any time of year and gone are the days when you might only see a Pinot Grigio Blush or White Zinfandel on pub and restaurant menus, thankfully! What is your go to glass of rosé? We would love to find out your preferences and whether you now feel inspired to traverse the British countryside on a Rosé journey!

By Latoya Austin

Supermarket Wine Bargains: Tesco April 2024

Tesco shoppers, listen up. The deals and discounts this April are noteworthy to say the least. We’ve been through them all and worked out where the best value is. Below are five stunning reds, four crisp whites and a loveable Rosé – all for under £10! We just love a Supermarket Wine Bargain. Be aware that you’ll need a Clubcard to take advantage of these brilliant bargains, and also that you have until the 22nd April to get them at this price. Enjoy!

Tesco Red Wines April 2024

Mucho Mas Vino Tinto Wine

Despite being such a large operation, Mucho Mas remain a family-owned winery located near the Spanish capital. This is their easy-drinking red blend, and as stupid as it might sound, it really is red. Very red. The fruits stray from very ripe to jammy, with bright juices from plums, figs, and berries. Vanilla and a crack of warm pepper fill things out in this loveable glugger.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £7 (Clubcard Price) (usually £8.50)

Barossa Ink Shiraz

This fresh and fruit forward Shiraz pulls grapes from all over the Barossa region to punch with maximum intensity. Think tonnes of ripe, dark berries, mocha hints from plenty of oak maturation, and a dose of complexity with a smoky, leathery layer that’s very impressive. It’s crying out for a steak pairing, but this is one that needs to breathe for a couple of hours before enjoying.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £9.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £11)

Millefiori Appasimento Veneto

A yummy blend of Corvina and Merlot, this Veneto red can’t be argued with at £8.50. Cherries and plums dominate, and there’s a tingle of spice to play with too. They’re ripe, but good acidity comes through too. Full, velvety and well-rounded.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £8.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £9.50)

Vergelegen Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot

Great value Stellenbosch red now, with this ethically minded wine. Its maturity is noticeable, displaying great poise for under £10. It’s anchored with earthy, oaky notes that are almost meaty, and plush with dark fruits. There’s even a touch of liquorice on the finish. Really interesting and worth picking up.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £9 (Clubcard Price) (usually £11)

Tesco Finest Primitivo Terre Di Chieti (Deal Ends – 10th April)

This lovely wine falls firmly under the Italian easy-drinking section. Grown up in the Abruzzo hills, the Primitivo grapes overlook the Adriatic, cooling them and retaining admirable freshness. It’s an inky pour, and straight away the punch of plum and tickle of spice come through, the latter of which lingers for an age given the money paid for it. Delicious and top-notch value.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £6.75 (Clubcard Price) (usually £7.75)

Tesco Rosé Wines April 2024

Cupiolo Pinot Grigio Blush

The confectionary hint on the nose hints that this isn’t in the same style as Provence Rose, and it isn’t. Using Pinot Grigio grapes from Trentino’s high-altitude Alto Adige, it’s full of fruit. Think soft peach, zippy lime, and bitter orange. There’s plenty of crisp acidity too. Stunning with seafood.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £9.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £10.75)

Tesco White Wines April 2024

Te Pa Signature Series Sauvignon Blanc

This is everything you want from Marlborough Sauvignon. Vegetal green notes play off against chalky minerality for a super clean feel, but there’s signature gooseberry too, as well as a generous tropical helping – passion fruit and guava mainly. Perfect for vegetarian dinners.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £9 (Clubcard Price) (usually £10.50)

Mucho Mas Vino Blanco

It’s a Mucho Mas Fiesta this month at Tesco. This is one of the absolute best white wines of any style under £10. Orchard fruits dominate with the Chardonnay, but Sauvignon and Verdejo bring so much more – floral and fruity. And then the finish – buttery and almost nutty too. Really full and exciting wine.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £7 (Clubcard Price) (usually £8.50)

Bellingham The Bernard Series Chenin Blanc

This Cape Chenin Blanc beats more expensive rivals hands down. It manages to be rich and refreshing, brimming with peach, bright citrus, and aromatic honey. All of this is supported by the acidic crunch of green apples and pleasant oak. Balanced to perfection.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £10 (Clubcard Price) (usually £12)

Deinhard Green Label Riesling

Electric acidity steals the show from the sweetness with this Mosel Riesling, with zippy green apple, lemon and lime, and honey. It’s more off dry than the medium stated and would be fantastic washing down a wide array of dishes. At this price, it hits the spot.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 10%
Find here: £6.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £7.50)

Other Great Discounts Worth Checking Out:

RED WINE:
Kumala Reserve Shiraz – Was £11 Now £9.50
Bellingham Pinotage – Was £11 Now £9.50
Howard Park Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon – Was £12 Now £10
Dv Catena Tinto Historico Malbec – Was £13 Now £11
Campo V Primitivo Di Manduria – Was £16 Now £14
Trivento Golden Reserve Malbec– Was £16 Now £12.50

WHITE WINE:
Wairau Cove Sauvignon Blanc– Was £8 .50 Now £7.50
Mud House Sauvignon Blanc– Was £10.50 Now £8
Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc – Was £10.50 Now £8.50

ROSÉ WINE:
Mirabeau Pure Provence Rose– Was £16.50 Now £13
Miraval Provence Rose Wine– Was £20 Now £17

If you shop elsewhere then not to worry, check our website for our other up to date Supermarket Bargains!

Supermarket Wine Bargains: ASDA March 2024

If you love wine and do your weekly shop at ASDA, then you’ll want to take a look here. We’ve searched this month’s offers high and low and come up with the ten best bottles all for £10 or less. They’re worth a lot more, and if you see one that takes your fancy, you’ve got till the 3rd April to go get it.

ASDA Red Wines March 2024

Mateo Nieves Monastrell

Sweet fruits a-plenty with this Spanish red, think juicy plums, rich raisins and a hefty helping of French and American oak bringing lovely vanilla and a touch of smoke. It’s a full-bodied number in a similar mould to Primitivo and perfect for those who go in for jammy reds.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £6.25 (usually £9.25)

Masso Antico Primitivo

This is Masso Antico’s most loved wine, made from Apulian Primitivo, or Zinfandel to you and us. It brings the warmth of black pepper and spice to be expected from Italian reds in Puglia, and all the history of the Roman Albarello method too. Cool sea air and Mediterranean heat combine with oak ageing for fresh berries, soft tannins, and lingering spice.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £8 (usually £9.50)

Jacob's Creek Double Barrel Matured Shiraz Red Wine

This is a really interesting Shiraz aged in Scotch whisky barrels. You’ll find it across the supermarkets, but with ASDA offering it for £10 it’s a no brainer. It’s aged in traditional oak first, before the Scotch finish creating a combination of richness, elegance, and easy-drinking smoothness. Expect plenty of vanilla oak, blackberry, plum and earthy tobacco.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14.5%
Find here: £10 (usually £12.50)

ASDA Extra Special Carménère

This Chilean Carménère pours a seductive dark purple and reveals instant and intense black fruits and pepper on the nose. The palate fills out with heaps of plum and rich chocolate that begins sweet before turning tart. The oaky spice returns to finish off – delicious.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £7.50 (usually £8)

Faustino Rioja

What great value this Tempranillo from Bodegas Faustino is. It brings the classic profile of Spanish Rioja, with great structure and bright, concentrated fruits. The first sip reveals how silky and balanced it is, and the touch of earthy complexity is a welcome addition.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £9.75 (usually £12.50)

ASDA White Wines March 2024

Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough

This is a vino that goes on quite the adventure before settling into your glass. The Sauvignon Blanc vines are grown in between fierce oceans, historic valleys and majestic mountains, before reaching Villa Maria itself, situated in the crater of a volcano! It’s a classic Marlborough profile so plenty of crisp refreshment, exotic flavours, light gooseberry and no bitterness whatsoever.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £8.50 (usually £10.50)

Freixenet Pinot Grigio

From glorious Garda comes this crystal sip of pure Italian sun. At just 11%, it’s crisp and dry with a soothing quality from the delicate orchard fruits and bright citrus. The floral aroma of honey adds a loveable touch too. How could this not be crowd pleaser?

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £8.50 (usually £10)

Diablo Golden Chardonnay

This is a buttery Chard that really stands out from the crowd. From Chile’s Central Valley, it takes a few interesting turns with tropical pineapple and passion fruit, oaky, buttery vanilla and also just a subtle touch of stoney steel. Likeable.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £8.50 (usually £10)

ASDA Extra Special Rueda

100% Verdejo grapes, this blend has picked up a number of big awards and deservedly so. The star of the show is the mineral salinity that comes through with great freshness, waxy tones, and wafts of smoke. All of that, before floral peachy notes and super crisp apples.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £6.25 (usually £6.75)

Tukituki Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough

This would be easy to identify as a Marlborough Sauvignon in a blind taste test, with green pepper, asparagus, and vivid grass. These shades of green do mellow and quickly give way to tropical flavours of passion fruit, all the while keeping a clean zing.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Find here: £8 (usually £8.50)

If you shop elsewhere then not to worry, check our website for our other up to date Supermarket Bargains!

Supermarket Wine Bargains: Tesco March 2024

Supermarket Wine Bargains again, and shoppers at Tesco will want to see these gems. They’ve got some cracking offers for March, and we’ve been through and highlighted four stunning reds and whites, and two delicious Rosé suggestions too. They’re all under £10 and better than many wines double the price. See which one (or three) takes your fancy.

Tesco Red Wines March 2024

Aprimondo Appassimento

This is one of the best Sangiovese reds under £10. It’s full of body and flavour, with a luxuriously smooth mouthfeel. You can expect a symphony of darker berries, with great sweetness from the dried grapes. Fig, date, prune and vanilla mellow things out for a fantastically well-rounded wine.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14.5%
Find here: £8 (Clubcard Price) (usually £9.25)

19 Crimes Red Wine

19 Crimes are a reliable go-to at this pricepoint, with each bottle being a ode to those transported to Australia many years ago. This Shiraz-dominant blend is aged in American oak so vanilla and cedar spice support jammy blackcurrant and plum. It’s got an almost Christmassy feel to it we think, with a good whack of sweetness so if like that, you’ll love this.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £8 (Clubcard Price) (usually £9.50)

Apothic Merlot

Untamed blueberries and dark cherries absolutely soar in this silky smooth Cali Merlot. Buttery, oaky, vanilla fill out the palate indulgently making this the sweetest, jammiest of any Apothic wine. It won’t be for everyone, but for big rich sweetness, it’s delish.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £9 (Clubcard Price) (usually £10)

Luis Felipe Edwards Malbec

Fans of Chilean Malbec, look no further. Grown from 70-year-old wines, the stand out characteristics here are the dryness and pleasing acidity joining the richness of blackberry, plum and chocolate coated cherries. There’s oak too, but it’s not as intrusive as Argentinian blends. It’s very nicely poised overall, with a more expensive feel than it actually is… which is always nice.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14.5%
Find here: £8.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £10.50)

Tesco Rosé Wines March 2024

Maison Castel Rose D'anjou

This inviting pale pink hue hides an explosion of citrus and red fruits on the nose, which unfold into a richly aromatic palate. A refreshing dryness persists, but strawberry sweetness and light melon come through fabulously and last an age. Top notch Loire Valley Rosé.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £8 (Clubcard Price) (usually £9)

Kylie Minogue Cote De Provence Rosé

Another hit for Kylie, this pitch-perfect Provence Rosé is stunning. Every sip feels delicately poised between minerality and fruit. Lofty watermelon, bitter lemon, soft white peaches and strawberries – it’s a proper glass of summer.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £10.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £12.50)

Tesco White Wines March 2024

Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc

This Marlborough Sauvignon is a favourite in a number of UK supermarkets, loved for its traditional expression of the style. Everything you want is there, from the gooseberry nose to the tropical fruits with soft pineapple and zippy grapefruit. The whole thing is razor sharp but elegant with it, and there’s even some herbaceous complexity to play with. So well-rounded.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £8.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £10.50)

El Jardin De Ana Godello

What amazing value this is for £8. The work of renowned producer Martín Códax, it delivers maximum freshness with no oak. 100% Godello, it’s juicy, and lively, brimming with orchard fruits and a touch of creamy butter. Nothing too complicated, you know what you’re getting, and it’s delicious.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £8 (Clubcard Price) (usually £10.50)

Bouchard Grand Conseiller Chardonnay

This is an unoaked Bergundy Chardonnay that’s divine for the price. The light lemon coloured pour reveals a bright citrus nose, chiefly lemon and grapefruit, and these continue in the mouth. They’re flanked by spicy acidity and crunchy green fruits, before a return to citrus with lime zest lingering on the finish.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Find here: £8.50 (Clubcard Price) (usually £9.50)

19 Crimes Australian Chardonnay

We always keep our eyes peeled for this wine to come on sale, though truth be told we’d buy it at full price too. Oak ageing gives a moreish richness to the melon and stone fruits that appear, but the buttery almost vanilla note is what steals the show bringing a tasty nudge of sweetness to proceedings.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £8 (Clubcard Price) (usually £9.50)

If you shop elsewhere then not to worry, check our website for our other up to date Supermarket Bargains!