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SIX TO MAKE YOUR MOUTH WATER

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1 Freixenet Pinot Grigio (£9, 11%)

From Lake Garda in northern Italy, this delicious, fruity pinot grigio is a fabulous summer wine. Delicate floral notes combine with a touch of citrus for a really lip-smacking finish. Available from Slurp, Asda, Sainsbury’s and Tesco.

2 Eight Thousand Lakes Sauvignon Blanc 2018 (£9.99, 13%)

The Cascade Mountains protect vines from the worst of wet Washington state’s weather while sea breezes promote a long ripening season for a full, fresh wine. Lemons and peaches abound on the nose and palate. Available from Majestic.

3 Wild Child Grenache Rosé (£13.50, 13%)

One of the jewels of South Africa’s Western Cape, this fabulous, flavoursom­e grenache rosé is filled with flavours and aromas of strawberri­es, roses and a touch of spice. Sea winds help lend the grapes a natural, feisty acidity. Available from Noble Green.

4 Mouton Cadet Rosé (£12.95, 13%)

This delicious rosé is made from grapes grown between the rivers Garonne and Dordogne in France’s famed Bordeaux region. Aromas of red fruit and citrus notes with raspberrie­s and just a hint of lime on the palate. Available from Slurp.

5 Villa Maria ‘Seaspray’ Sauvignon Blanc 2021 (£15.99, 14%)

Grapes grown on the seaward side of Marlboroug­h, overlookin­g the Pacific Ocean enjoy a naturally long season giving them a lively punch. Limes, herbs and even a touch of saltiness – as the name suggests – make this a treat. Available from Majestic.

6 Santa Tresa Frappato (£11, 13,5%)

Santa Tresa was establishe­d in 1697 in Vittoria on the south-eastern corner of Sicily. A fabulous red, the local frappato grapes produce a lovely light-bodied, fresh and tasty wine; brimming with strawberri­es and just a hint of spice. Available from Ocado.

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