Two rosé wines from Lidl perfect for sipping in the summer sun
As I write,
Met Éireann
is promising an end to the constant rain and in its stead, at least some days of warm sunshine – that means it's time to try out some cool refreshing rosés. As
Lidl
is happy to point out, its Pinot Grigio Blush wine was preferred by 54 per cent of tasters to the iconic
Whispering Angel
rosé in blind tastings held across Dublin last November. Given that Whispering Angel costs around three times the price, it might be worth trying it out yourself. The Cinq Rameaux is a classic Provence rosé at a very reasonable price.
John Wilson 2706-Pinot grigio
Pinot Grigio delle Venezie Blush 2024
12%, €7.99
Light, fresh raspberry and peach fruits with a dry mineral finish. Perfect poolside sipping.
Lidl
John Wilson 2706-Les Cinq Rameaux
Les Cinq Rameaux 2023, Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence rosé
12.5%, €9.99
Pale in colour with light redcurrant and wild strawberry fruits, and a crisp dry finish. By itself or with summer salads.
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