Six delicious rose wines to enjoy as summer comes to a close
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Here are six great rose wines that will make you feel like summer is not quite over yet.
You can’t beat a glass or two of rose in the summer months, there is something delightful about the light drink in the sunshine.
We are rather sad that summer is coming to an end so we have put together a list of six rose wines you can try to make you feel like the sun is still shining.
Parlez-Vous La Loire, Cabernet Franc Rosé, 2025 (11.5 abv)IGP Val de LoireThe Wine Shop, £9.99
Parlez-Vous La Loire Cabernet Franc Rosé is a delightfully fresh and expressive rosé from the beautiful Loire region.
Cabernet Franc, best known here as the red grape of Chinon and Bourgueil, reveals a very different character in pink form: vibrant, aromatic and gloriously food-friendly.
Expect aromas of fresh strawberry, raspberry and a distinctive hint of Loire earthiness, with a crisp, dry palate that makes it a natural companion for charcuterie, goat's cheese, grilled salmon or a summer picnic.
A beautifully crafted rosé with real French elegance and charm. Available from: https://vinoshop.co.uk/products/parlez-vous-la-loire-rose?srsltid=AfmBOopN_J7RJxIz2hv8OkT9q6Fma7uZIgYYQHp-2g09q1TTs8qS4b_R
A charming rosé blend from the Cher valley built around five Loire grape varieties: Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Gamay, Grolleau for fragrance and juiciness, and Pineau d'Aunis, which brings a hint of spice.
Floral on the nose and delicately fruity on the palate, this is a well-structured rosé with notes of summer berries, tangy pomegranate, white flowers and zesty citrus fruits.
It makes for a refreshing aperitif on its own or is perfect on a picnic with crusty baguettes stuffed with ham, crab or tuna, as well as with prawns or a Niçoise salad.
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If you haven’t tried Rosé d’Anjou yet, make it your wine of the summer.
It’s a classic, off-dry French wine from Loire, celebrated for its bright pink colour, vibrant aromas of strawberry and raspberry, and a smooth, softly sweet finish.
This wine is a delicious blend, dominated by Grolleau, with local Gamay, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon grapes to offer a perfect balance of sweetness, acidity and lively freshness.
Pale pink in colour it is a fruit-forward wine with notes of red berries and a clean, fresh finish and while it can be enjoyed all year round, it pairs well with spicy and Asian or Mexican foods, grilled meats, charcuterie and meat-free dishes.
It is certified Vegetarian and Vegan and is made adhering the principles of HVE Certification (High Environmental Value), giving the utmost importance to protecting and enriching the environment.
De Chanceny, Crémant de Loire Rosé, NV (abv 12.5%)Tesco, £12.50
A harmonious blend of Cabernet Franc and Grolleau varietals gives this summer sparkling its distinctive freshness and finesse.
With lively bubbles and an aromatic intensity it brings vibrant notes of strawberry, rose and cherry for an elegant, gourmet cuvée.
Made using the Traditional Method using hand-picked grapes from the village of Brossay in the southern Saumur region, this Loire speciality is perfect for popping open during celebrations, garden parties and BBQs.
It’s the ideal accompaniment to succulent grilled prawns, paellas and smoked salmon salads, as well as strawberry-based desserts, eton mess and fruit tarts.
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60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Cabernet Franc, this delightful rosé features a bright, crystalline, raspberry hue with delicate salmon-pink highlights. On the nose, it brings fresh red berry aromas lifted by subtle, fragrant notes of rose petals.
Cabernet d'Anjou is known for its gentle sweetness, with regulations requiring a minimum level of residual sugar.
This gives the wine a generous fruit profile while retaining the freshness that characterises Loire rosés.
A distinctive rosé, it stands up well to pizzas, BBQ foods and grilled meats, and chicken dishes.
Domaine Moncourt also adheres to the principles of HVE Certification (High Environmental Value) at every stage of its winemaking.
Available from: https://www.hourlierwines.co.uk/products/domaine-moncourt-cabernet-danjou?srsltid=AfmBOor_bSKb8x3FWNjmw7h747n107iqBPcLKbbhqWHnhfOmtFNzzMX8
A crisp, organic 100% Cabernet Franc rosé from France's Loire region.
Sourced from pebbly, left-bank (Rive Gauche) vineyard soils, this dry, elegant wine offers delicate aromas of wild strawberry, cranberry, and herbs, and is ideal for drinking on its own or with fresh, crunchy salads.
It has a fine acidity and a lick of chalky limestone minerality on the finish, making it a pairing partner for salty crisps and nuts, snacks and appetisers.