Celebrate Summer in style with Rosé

Celebrate Summer in style with Rosé

Whether you favour elegant sparklers or dry, Provence-inspired sips, this year’s line-up of Rosés features bottles that tell a story of heritage, innovation, terroir, and craftsmanship. Here are eight exceptional pink wines to enjoy as you celebrate summer in a glass.

Jean Leon 3055 Pinot Noir Rosé Organic 2023, Penedès, Spain

Jean Leon’s 3055 Rosé is more than just an attractive pink wine—it’s a tribute to the legacy of a true visionary. Born Ceferino Carrión, Jean Leon left Spain for the United States, eventually opening La Scala restaurant in Beverly Hills, a hotspot for stars like Marilyn Monroe and Frank Sinatra. His lifelong passion for wine took him back to Penedès, where he championed French grape varieties on Spanish soils. Made entirely from Pinot Noir, this organic Rosé has the pale hue of a Provençal wine, with a distinctly Catalan character. Expect aromas of rose petals, citrus zest, and ripe red fruits, all balanced by a fresh, elegant palate. It’s an ideal match for charcuterie, tapas, or grilled vegetables.

Ricasoli Albia Rosé 2023, Tuscany, Italy

From Italy’s oldest wine estate—Barone Ricasoli, founded in 1141—comes this contemporary and stylish Tuscan rosé. Albia is made by blending Sangiovese with Merlot to create a light-bodied wine that reflects the finesse of white winemaking applied to red grapes. The Merlot is vinified in traditional rosé style, while the Sangiovese undergoes white fermentation, resulting in a delicate, pale pink hue. Aromas of wild strawberries, cherry blossom, and white flowers open up to a vibrant palate featuring citrus brightness and a subtle hint of spice. It pairs beautifully with caprese salad, grilled fish, or tomato-based pasta.

Warwick The First Lady Dry Rosé 2024, Stellenbosch, South Africa

Inspired by Norma Ratcliffe, South Africa’s first female winemaker to join the Cape Winemakers Guild – this rosé from Warwick Estate is made from Pinotage, revealing a refined side of the grape. Boasting a salmon-pink hue with notes of watermelon, wild strawberries, and rose petals, it is both visually appealing and poised. Its crisp acidity, clean dry finish, and lower alcohol content make it perfect for a picnic. Fermented in stainless steel with minimal skin contact, this rosé is a refreshing nod to feminine strength and sustainability.

Rogers & Rufus Rosé 2023, Barossa Valley, Australia

Affectionately known as “lunch water,” this bone-dry Grenache rosé is made in a decidedly European style by friends Rufus Clevely and Robert Hill Smith, both passionate about wine and leisurely afternoons. The grapes, sourced from four vineyard blocks with sandy soils in the Barossa and mostly grown on bush vines, yield a 2023 vintage that is light and pale with savoury nuances, delivering a refreshing yet textural experience. Whether enjoyed by the pool or at an extended lunch, it helps make summer last just a little longer.

Guigal Côtes du Rhône Rosé 2023, Rhône Valley, France

A quintessential offering from one of the Rhône’s most esteemed producers, this rosé is made using the traditional saignée method to develop complexity and depth. Dominated by Grenache grapes grown on sun-drenched clay and limestone soils, it produces a pale salmon-pink wine with aromas of red berries, citrus blossom, and peach. On the palate, lively raspberry, gentle spice, and a hint of minerality shine through, making it a sophisticated choice for pairing with goat cheese, Provençal salads, or light charcuterie.

Jansz Tasmania Cuvée Rosé NV, Tasmania, Australia

This refined Rosé marries Tasmania’s cool-climate brilliance with the méthode traditionnelle winemaking process. Well-known for setting the standard in Australian sparkling wine production since 1986 under the Hill Smith family’s stewardship, Jansz presents this non-vintage blend comprising 72% Pinot Noir and 28% Chardonnay. It reveals enticing layers of strawberries, rose petals, Turkish Delight, and a touch of brioche supported by lees aging that gives texture. Vibrant and elegant, it pairs beautifully with smoked salmon, pâté, or a summer fruit tart.

Hambledon Classic Cuvée Rosé, Hampshire, England

From England’s oldest commercial vineyard comes this exquisite sparkling Rosé. Cultivated on the chalk slopes of Windmill Down, Hambledon’s blend of 86% Chardonnay and 14% Pinot Noir red wine is a study in finesse. Aged for nearly four years on the lees and enriched with reserve wines for added complexity, it releases aromas of red berries and wild strawberry, rounded off by a fine mousse and a crisp, yeasty finish. Perfect for garden parties or paired with oysters and elegant canapés.

Champagne Henriot Brut Rosé NV, Champagne, France

Elegant and expressive, Henriot Rosé is a blend of Pinot Noir (50%), Chardonnay (40%) and Meunier (10%), sourced from Grand and Premier Cru vineyards. Created in the 1980s by the seventh generation of the Henriot family, this Champagne is the culmination of precision, patience and artistry. With 35% reserve wines and three years of lees aging, it offers a vibrant expression marked by flavours of white currant, citrus, a whisper of spice, and a creamy mousse. Ideal for special occasions or turning a summer sunset into a celebration.

Whether you prefer your rosé sparkling or still, floral or savoury, these wines offer a taste of summer at its finest.

So why not celebrate Rosé Day on 14^th June by raising a glass.