Non-Provençal rosés
Rosé is as diverse as every star in the Milky Way twinkling a unique shade of pink. The warmth of vineyards around Nîmes is a reliable French haven for bargains. I’m also finding beautiful Spanish rosados with a little more richness. More textural, these are perfect when dining outdoors. For an all-rounder, my pick from South Africa is a peach. I couldn’t resist including an English rosé sparkler to take your tastebuds to heaven.
OLLY’S PICK OF THE BUNCH
L’Arene des Anges Costières de Nîmes Rosé 2020 (13%), £6.69 until 27 July, Waitrose. A gorgeous blend of fullness and elegance, this price is a steal.
Babylonstoren Mourvèdre Rosé 2021 (13%), £14.90, shop.thenewtinsomerset.com. Silky and magical, this South African rosé is becoming an annual fixture of splendid summer sipping.
Chivite Les Fincas Rosado Garnacha 2020 (14.5%), £19.99 as part of a ‘mix six’, Majestic. Barrel-fermented for richer texture. Spicy and fresh, great with food.
Camel Valley Pinot Noir Rosé Brut 2018 (12.5%), £32, camelvalley.com. One of the finest sparkling rosés on the planet. I adore it for a treat.
WINE OF THE WEEK
Baron Amarillo Rioja Rosado 2020 (13%), £6.99, Aldi. A peach and a cherry elope to the sunshine. Staggeringly good price.
This article was originally published in YOU Magazine, Mail on Sunday, 18th July 2021 – Prices, stockists and vintages correct at time of publication.
