Valentine’s vino Four wines to sip with love

WHEN it comes to Valentine’s Day, these tempting tipples have enough body and balance to make sure everything’s coming up roses.

A REAL PEACH

A playmate for prosecco, sparkling Italian rosé has been cited as the next big thing and Borgo Imperiale Spumante Brut Rose, Lombardy (£11.80, friarwood.com) spells bellissimo. A pale peach with golden highlights, it’s youthful and elegantly fresh with berry aromas, delicate red fruit flavours and a light, crisp finish.

SWEET DEAL

A gorgeous rose gold, Lanson Rosé Champagne NV (£28.99 from £34.99, now until February 14, Bargain Booze) is full, fresh and round, but without any heaviness, making you want to drink it again and again. With floral aromas and soft berry fruits that glide along on the creamy mousse, it’s a cuvee to charm the wings off Cupid.

SPEAK THE LANGUAGE OF LOVE

For some flirty fun, why not Clicq Call and pre-record your romantic message (or love song) with Veuve Clicquot’s new gift pack that has a voicemail-style message for your significant other to hear when they open the box? A rich rosé with a touch of spice and lush, silky fruit, limited-edition Veuve Clicquot Rosé NV (£60, wine.next.co.uk) makes a playful choice.

ROMANTIC RED

Beaujolais is best known for the gamay grape and as well as being one of the 10 Beaujolais cru villages, Saint Amour also boasts a name synonymous with love and romance. Try Piron Saint Amour 2015 (£13, Marks & Spencer), which is fresh and juicy and displays all the classic spiced red cherry and berry fruits with enough crunch and concentration to keep you hankering for more.