The lovely Archie @wineawaytheday asked us to curate a case of rosé because she is running social media campaign for Great British Rosé Week. Great British Rosé has that wonderful balance of gluggability and outstanding quality. We jumped at the chance to get involved.
For a wine that is the epitome of summer in a glass, it has to be Great British rosé. Just add sunshine and blue skies and you have the recipe for a perfect British summers afternoon. Here are some of our favourites for Great British Rosé Week...
Our top picks for Great British Rosé Week
NUTBOURNE: Blush
The Nutbourne Blush is a delicate rosé wine made from Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc grapes, with a geranium bouquet, followed by notes of citrus and redcurrant. A wine for quaffing on a summer’s afternoon or serving with light salads and hors d’oeuvres.
Toppesfield: Pinot Rosé
Toppesfield Pinot Rosé is a light, dry wine with hints of English strawberries and citrus. It is a gentle pink colour, with a refreshing finish and very ‘drinkable’ on a warm summers day. Toppesfield Pinot Rosé is a perfect match for fresh, citrusy fish dishes, or soft, creamy English cheeses.
BLUEBELL VINEYARD: Ashdown Rosé
Bluebell Vineyard Ashdown Rosé has aromas of white peach, apricot, and ripe strawberry, leading to flavours of cherry, nectarine, and blackcurrant on the palate, creating a wine that is well balanced with a lovely long finish. Vivid and bold in colour, it is both full bodied and bone dry making it excellent as a mouth-watering and refreshing summer wine. Bluebell Vineyard Ashdown Rosé is also perfect as an aperitif. Or pair with salted almonds, smoked duck or cured meats, and summer fruit desserts.
FOLC: English Rosé
Folc English Rosé is pale, salmon-pink in colour. Bright and vibrant on the nose. Leading with peach, cranberry and subtle spiced notes. Fresh, awakening. Crisp and clean palate with a mineral backbone. Sings English strawberries and raspberries, good acidity with zesty grapefruit nuances. Leads on from the nose well. Balanced by its floral and creamy notes, fantastic refreshing finish. Folc English Rosé: Best enjoyed on long summer evenings in the garden with friends.
TUFFON HALL: Pinot Noir Rosé
Tuffon Hall Beatrice Rosé offers delightful fruit blossom, pear drop and strawberries on the nose. The palate has hints of redcurrant, strawberries and raspberries with an appley note on the finish… Tuffon Hall Beatrice Rosé pairs well with Asian salads, shellfish and light tomato and herbal dishes.
How can I get involved in Great British Rose Week?
Follow Archie @wineawaytheday to find out more.