AS WE beckon in the warmer weather, the opportunity to get together with friends and family to enjoy the sunshine is becoming more and more frequent. And though the excitement to create a cocktail is there, you cannot go wrong with the hassle-free nature of opening a bottle of wine, champagne or prosecco.
Whether you prefer a crisp white, dry rosé or even something with some bubbles to it, Glass has found the best bottles to purchase this summer season.
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut
Recreated from a different angle every year, Veuve Clicquot’s Yellow Label is the luxury brand’s signature brut. Balancing the fruity notes of the grapes with the richness of its silky finish, this bottle makes the ideal aperitif for any meal – plus, you can never go wrong with a bottle of Veuve.
Priced at £44 for 75cl
Veuve Clicquot 2022
Della Vite Vintage Rosé Prosecco
Following the launch of their huge successful and multi award-winning classic bottles of Prosecco, sisters Chloe, Poppy and Cara Delevingne have returned with a summer inspired Rosé Millesimato. Remaining true to their pledge to only source sustainably, fruity hues of wild berries and rhubarb give this bottle a truly unique taste – and what’s more is that its completely vegan!
La Selve Petit Serve Rouge, Ardèche France
Creating wine on his estate’s vineyards through biodynamic principles, Benoit Chazallon has produced a red wine founded the principle of it being an easy, laid back version of the classical rich drink. Enriched with fruity notes due to the short time its aged, this bottle is your go-to for your next BBQ.
French Bloom Organic Alcohol-Free Sparkling Wine
Those who prefer to stay away from alcohol rarely find good alternatives, especially ones that even come close to mimicking the real thing but French Bloom, founded by supermodel Constance Jablonski and close friend Maggie Frerejean-Taittinger have come together to create the perfect vegan alternative. Putting their shared focus on wellness into the bottle, the product is low in calories and has no added sugar to it ensuring every sip has maximum pleasure.
Pale Fox Prosecco
Becoming one of the industry’s most talked about producers after James Suckling awarded their vintage 93 points making it the highest rated Prosecco in the world, Pale Fox founders Mark Hill and Harry Cooke have secured the foothills of the Alps to utilise the unique taste of the pale Glera grapes for their sparkling wine.
Chapel Down Bacchus White Wine
Located in Kent, Chapel Down has established itself as one of England’s leading winemakers. Offering an extensive range of wines and sparkling options, the vineyard has accumulated an impressive amount of accolades for their products. Picking their Bacchus 2021 bottle, the delicate white wine blends aromas of elderflower, melon and pear drops to create a crisp taste ideal for summer lunches outside.
Priced at £72 for 6 bottles
Madame F Rosé
Created in partnership with LGBTQIA+ charity Queer Britain, Madame F has released a rosé that not only delivers a delicious taste but also aims to support and celebrate queer people and their stories. The delicate aromas of the wine are due to a blend of Grenache and Syrah, coming together to create a dry rosé ideal for sharing at celebrations.
by Imogen Clark