Well priced, pale-pink prosecco that’s a cut above many on the high street. There’s a light, strawberry yogurt flavour and delicate little bubbles. Refreshing party pop, sorted.
£7.99, available from Crisp lemon and lime sing out in this bright white from central-eastern Marche, and there’s a subtle herbal hint. One for seafood and leafy salads.
£7.25, available from , in-store only Elegant Italian rosato, made from local grape varieties in the northeast. It’s subtle and dry, with wisps of redcurrants and raspberries trailing through it.
£8, available from Marks & Spencer (in-store) and Franciacorta is Italy’s answer to champagne – sparkling wines under this name are made using the same bottle-fermented method and, as seen in this fine example, emerge with creamy depths, almond and lemon mousse hints and crisp bubbles. A special sparkler. £26.
50, available from From sunny Sardinia, a lime- streaked vermentino that has half a twist of white pepper in the tail. Its slightly rounded quality will go well with creamy pasta sauces or vegetarian/ prawn risottos. £8, available from Marks & Spencer (in-store) and A fresh, juicy red from the northeast, easy-drinking with plenty of black cherry and red plum.
It could take a light chill to emphasise its tangy character. £9.75, down to £8 from 28 Aug to 17 Sep, available from A keenly priced go-to red for classic Italian dishes like lasagne or bolognese, this even pairs up well with pizzas.
It’s medium-bodied, with mi.
