Top 10 Spring Time Wines
Feeling overwhelmed by our vast selection of wines. Don’t worry we’ve got you covered with our Top 10 Spring Time picks.
Spring is a delightful season that calls for wines as vibrant and refreshing as the blooming flowers. With the sun-kissed days and mild temperatures upon us, Spring invites a range of wines to be uncorked and savoured. From crisp whites, with their zesty citrus notes and lively acidity, to light-bodied reds, showcasing bright red fruit flavours and silky tannis, there is a wine to suit every palate. Rosés, with their pale pink hues and delicate aromas of strawberries and watermelon, also shine during this time, offering a perfect balance of fruitiness and acidity. Whether enjoyed with a picnic, at a garden party, or simply to toast the arrival of Spring, these wines capture the essence of the season and enhance its joyful spirit.
El Ninot de Paper Blanco 2021
ABV – 11.5%
Grape Varieties – Viura, Sauvignon Blanc
Origin – Valencia, Spain
£8.00 Mix Six/£9.00 Single
In a nutshell:
A zesty and light-bodied white wine blend from Valencia, Spain.
When to drink:
This wine would suit being paired with paella.
Suitable for Vegans
Les Volets Malbec
ABV – 13%
Grape Varieties – Malbec
Origin – Aude, South West France
£9.50 Mix Six/£10.50 Single
In a nutshell:
Fresh, vibrant and juicy Malbec from the Aude in South West France.
When to drink:
Perfect with pizza, sausages, or steak pie. Also a great 'sharing' wine for picnics and barbecues!
Percheron Old Vine Cinsault 2021
ABV – 13%
Grape Varieties – Cinsault
Origin – Western Cape, South Africa
£8.00 Mix Six/£9.00 Single
In a nutshell:
A bright, expressive and savoury South African red from the Western Cape.
When to drink:
Just the sort of red to drink very slightly chilled, its crispness marries well with thing like Asian duck recipes or stir fried beef.
Suitable for Vegans
Artesa Rioja Rosado
ABV – 13.5%
Grape Varieties – Tempranillo
Origin – Rioja, Spain
£9.50 Mix Six/£10.50 Single
In a nutshell:
A youthful, fruity and refreshing rosé Rioja.
When to drink:
It's great with food - think white meats, pasta and seafood - and just as good all by itself.
Suitable for Vegans
Le Fou Pinot Noir
ABV – 13%
Grape Varieties – Pinot Noir
Origin – Languedoc-Roussillon
£9.50 Mix Six/£10.50 Single
In a nutshell:
A wonderfully good value Pinot Noir from the South France which is tasty, full and quite expressive.
When to drink:
Great served slightly chilled it matches well with things like grilled lamb, cold meats and mushroom risotto.
Suitable for Vegans
Yalumba Y Series Viognier
ABV – 13%
Grape Varieties – Viognier
Origin – South Australia
£9.50 Mix Six/£10.50 Single
In a nutshell:
A fresh, light, and creamy single varietal Viognier from South Australia.
When to drink:
This wine would pair best with poultry and pork dishes.
Heppington Vineyard Pinot Noir
ABV – 11%
Grape Varieties – Pinot Noir
Origin – East Kent, UK
£19.00 Mix Six/£21.00 Single
In a nutshell:
A bright and juicy red wine, full of red fruit flavours, from East Kent.
When to drink:
This wine would pair best with light red meat dishes or white meat meals.
Bodegas Altolandon ‘Enblanco de Altolandon’
ABV – 12.5%
Grape Varieties – Grenache Blanc, Grenache Gris
Origin – Valencia, Spain
£14.50 Mix Six/£15.50 Single
In a nutshell:
A rounded and concentrated skin contact white, or 'orange' wine from near Valencia on Spain's East coast.
When to drink:
Great as an aperitif with nuts (especially almonds) and olives, but try with baked fish, and especially North African and Middle Eastern lamb or goat based dishes.
Suitable for Vegans, Biodynamic
Produttori di Manduria ‘Aka’ Primitivo Rosato
ABV – 12.5%
Grape Varieties – Primitivo
Origin – Puglia, Southern Italy
£14.50 Mix Six/£15.50 Single
In a nutshell:
Full-flavoured fruity and juicy Primitivo Rosato from Puglia.
When to drink:
Try with seafood risotto, grilled salmon or vegetables, or salads.
Muscadet Sevre et Maine sur Lie 'Garance', Luneau-Papin
ABV – 12%
Grape Varieties – Muscadet
Origin – Loire Valley, France
£15.50 MIx Six/£17.50 Single
In a nutshell:
A benchmark, organic, Muscadet from one of the best producers of the western Loire.
When to drink:
This wonderfully well made wine might just change your opinion about what Muscadet is capable of. A perfect wine to have on hand for seafood, oysters and the like and it's also great pre-meal nibbles and canapes, or just by itself.
Suitable for Vegans, Organic
This selection is just our top suggestions for wines to drink this spring. It is not an extensive list and there are plenty of other wines in our selection that could make the perfect Spring Time wine. Just remember when it comes to picking wines for the springtime, opt for lighter-bodied wines, whether this be red, white or sparkling and explore rose wines, they are known for their refreshing and easy-drinking nature, making them a perfect choice for the warmer weather.
