WITH the summer holidays approaching, packing a picnic and heading for a wide open space has never been more tempting.
One of the joys of a moveable feast is to pick a wine to reflect the beauty of the landscape and the Belle Epoque design on La Vie En Rose, Cinsault Rosé 2013, IGP Pays D’Oc, Languedoc, France (£9.89 from £10.99, www.selfridges. com) could easily inspire your inner artist. A dry rosé that tastes as good as it looks, it has a silky, creamy mouthfeel with subtle red strawberry fruits.
If you’re cycling in the country-side, why not pop a bottle of Cono Sur Bicicleta Viognier 2013, Chile (£5.49 from £7.49, until July 20, Morrisons) into your rucksack? Refreshingly fragrant and uplifting with apricot and peach flavours, a lively mouthfeel and spicy finish, it’s a convivial easy drinker.
Another wine with a racy palate, Campo Bonito Organic Verdejo Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Spain (£8.99, www.virgin wines.co.uk) is predominantly made from sauvignon blanc with a splash of verdejo for some aromatic freshness. It’s extremely mouthwatering and offers bright floral aromas with citrus fruits and a hint of grapefruit on the terrifically fresh finish.
If you’re after a fun fizz, why not follow the trend for skinny cocktails and lower abv drinks and try Nola Watermelon & Straw- berry Vodka Spritz, Italy (£7.99, 70cl, Tesco), weighing in at just 79 calories per glass and 6.4% abv.
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