From thoughtful gifts for Mother’s Day, to wines for Easter feasting and pairings for seasonal suppers – there’s something for every taste, budget and occasion at Tesco
A selection of fantastic wines at Tesco to try this season:
Kylie Minogue No Alcohol Sparkling Rosé, 0% abv, £7
This zero-alcohol option is an elegant wine alternative for spring gatherings. Made from a blend of premium European grapes and green tea, it has notes of strawberry and a dry finish. It is a great accompaniment to a charcuterie board or served alone as an apéritif.
Gratien & Meyer Crémant de Loire, 12.5% abv, £12
This crisp and sophisticated sparkling wine is made from hand-harvested grapes picked in vineyards south of Saumur in the Loire Valley. Made according to the Traditional Method, in the same way as Champagne, it offers fine, smooth bubbles. Bursting with toasty and brioche-like notes on the palate, it is delicious chilled on its own or served along seafood.
Tesco Finest English Sparkling Wine, 12% abv, £21
IWC & IWSC 2022 Silver Medal Winner
This celebrated sparkling wine is produced by the award-winning Balfour Winery in Kent, from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes hand-harvested in their own estate vineyards. Crisp and elegant, it boasts attractive aromas of apple and bright citrus with a hint of delicate brioche. On the palate, it is dry with a delicate mousse and long finish. Perfect as a Mother’s Day gift, or to toast the King’s Coronation in May.
Lateral Chilean Sauvignon Blanc, 12.5% abv, £4.29
This zesty Sauvignon Blanc from the heart of Chile is dry but refreshing, with fruity green apple aromas and citrus and passionfruit flavours. Enjoy alongside a spring green salad or grilled salmon.
Chateau Ste Michelle Dry Riesling, 12.5% abv, £10
A dry, crisp and fresh Riesling, with stone fruit flavours and elegant minerality on the palate. It is produced by the highly acclaimed Columbia Valley winery Chateau Ste Michelle, which is the oldest in Washington state. This would work wonderfully alongside a seafood or vegetable linguine for a delicious spring lunch.
Constitution Road Chardonnay, 14% abv, £16
IWSC 2022 Silver Medal Winner – 2021 vintage
This rich South African Chardonnay is produced by the prestigious Robertson Winery and is the perfect addition to a special Easter lunch of roast chicken or roasted vegetable tart. Rounded with layered notes of citrus, buttered toast, marmalade and vanilla, a great gift for white wine lovers or the perfect pairing for celebrations.
Caparelli Italian Rosé Blush, 12% abv, £4.30
IWC 2022 Bronze Medal Winner – 2021 vintage
Made exclusively for Tesco by leading Italian wine cooperative Caviro, this delicately refreshing rosé has crisp flavours of red berries and citrus fruit. Serve chilled alongside a sushi platter or pasta salad.
Tesco Finest Argentinian Malbec Rosé, 13.5% abv, £8
Produced in Argentina’s world-famous Mendoza region, from Malbec grapes blended with a small amount of Torrontes to produce a brilliant bright and fruity rosé. It is full of red fruit aromas and complex juicy flavours of white peach, red berry and lychee. Pair with picnics, barbecued prawns and spring salads.
Love by Léoube Organic Rosé, 13% abv, £15
IWSC 2022 Bronze Medal Winner – 2021 vintage
Fresh, elegant and fruity, this organic Provençal rosé is guaranteed to make any meal feel special. With refined flavours of strawberry and white peach, it’s a perfect partner for grilled seabass or goat’s cheese salad and would also make a lovely gift.
Caves des Roches Malbec, 13% abv, £5
From the heart of south west France, this rich and fruity Malbec is made exclusively for Tesco by respected producer Rigal. Bold and full bodied, it has flavours of blackberry jam and black cherries, followed by a smooth finish. Enjoy it with grilled aubergines, sausages or roasts.
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