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Bank Holiday bottles – Wines to pair with your summer feast
The August Bank Holiday weekend is on the horizon, the last big summer hurrah before the leaves start to turn. Whether you’re hosting a BBQ, packing a picnic, or laying out a long, lazy lunch, the right wines can really make the moment. Here’s a handpicked mix of fresh whites, light reds, summery rosés and celebratory bubbles, all easy to find in the high street or your local supermarket.
Whites – Crisp and summer ready
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Tesco Finest Picpoul de Pinet (£10, Tesco) – Bright, zesty and lemony with a refreshing seaside tang.
Best served with: grilled fish, prawns or a fresh tomato salad. -
Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Grüner Veltliner (£11.25, Sainsbury’s) – Crisp Austrian white with green apple, white pepper and a lovely lift.
Best served with: roast chicken, courgette fritters or feta and herb salads. -
Co-op Irresistible Gavi (£11.15, Co-op) – Smooth and peachy with a touch of almond.
Best served with: pasta primavera, seafood risotto or grilled vegetables.
Reds – Light enough for warm days
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Waitrose Loved & Found Mencia (£9.99, Waitrose) – Juicy, fresh and medium-bodied.
Best served with: BBQ pork, grilled peppers or mushroom skewers. -
Aldi Specially Selected Pinot Noir (£8.99, Aldi) – Soft, strawberry-fruited and versatile.
Best served with: chicken skewers, charcuterie or herby couscous. -
Majestic Definition Beaujolais-Villages (£12.50, Majestic) – Fresh, floral and bursting with red berries.
Best served with: picnic quiche, cold cuts or baked camembert.
Rosés & Sparkling – Sunshine in a glass
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Asda Extra Special Crémant de Loire Rosé (£9.98, Asda) – Elegant pink bubbles with red berry notes.
Best served with: grilled prawns, smoked salmon blinis or fresh strawberries. -
Lidl Winemaker’s Selection Crémant de Bourgogne (£8.99, Lidl) – French fizz with fine bubbles and a crisp apple finish.
Best served with: goat’s cheese tart, seafood canapés or melon with prosciutto. -
Tesco Finest Provence Rosé (£10.50, Tesco) – Classic pale pink with delicate strawberry and citrus.
Best served with: Niçoise salad, grilled sea bass or fresh berry pavlova. -
Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Rioja Rosado (£9.50, Sainsbury’s) – Fruity and dry with a hint of spice.
Best served with: chorizo tapas, grilled sardines or vegetable paella. -
Nyetimber Classic Cuvée (£42, Majestic) – An English sparkling star with brioche and citrus elegance.
Best served with: oysters, dressed crab or a celebratory cheeseboard.
From supermarket steals to special bottles worth splashing out on, this list has you covered for every Bank Holiday moment – from the first toast to the last sip. Whatever you pour, here’s to sunshine, great food, and good company.
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