Whether you’re poolside, BBQ-bound, or just trying to make a Tuesday feel like the Côte d’Azur, there’s a rosé for that. From barrel-fermented English rebels to sparkling pink showstoppers, these are our favourite bottles bringing the sunshine. Chill them down, pour them generously, and let summer do its thing.

1. For a Rosé Hybrid: Côté Mas

What: Côté Mas Rosorange (£10)

The Lowdown: We’re calling it: this is the rose of summer 2025. It’s banging (and only a tenner from Waitrose). This hybrid ‘rosorange’ brings the best of both worlds: a sparkling blend of rosé and orange wines with aromas of citrus, orange peel and quince. A really good wine, without the hefty price tag. Take it from us… buy a case of 6 and thank us later.

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2. For Poolside Sipping: Minuty

What: M de Minuty Côtes de Provence

The Lowdown: This is the rosé for drinking while you’re catching the summer rays in your garden/beer garden/living room. It’s a sea-breezed rosé with serious swagger. From Provence’s powerhouse estate, Munity, M de Munity is a vibrant blend of juicy berries, tropical fruit, citrus zest, and a hint of wild herbs. Pale, crisp, and easily drinkable – just what you want from a rosé.

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3. For an English Rosé: The Heretics

What: Blowhorn Rosé (£29)

The Lowdown: Yes, it’s English. Yes, it’s rosé. And yes, it does taste good. Great, in fact. Barrel-fermented (yes, really) in a nod to top Provençal cuvées like Les Clans, this English rosé delivers wild strawberries, blood orange, subtle spice, and a beautifully textured palate. It’s rich, stylish, and unapologetically unconventional.

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4. For a Sparkling Rosé: Ridgeview

What: Fitzrovia Rosé NV (£40)

The Lowdown: Of course, no summer rosé line-up would be complete without a delicious sparkling number. Sparkling rosé just feels fancy, and Ridgeview’s Fitzrovia Rosé NV brings the fizz with effortless elegance. With BBQ season in full swing, the Fitzrovia Rose is guaranteed to elevate even a humble hot dog.

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5. For a Taste of the Côte d’Azur: Mirabeau

What: Mirabeau Pure Provence Rosé (£13)

The Lowdown: The Côte d’Azur called… and they want their rosé back. Mirabeau Pure Rosé is everything you want from a top-tier Provençal pink: sun-kissed elegance, delicate texture, and that unmistakable South of France charm. Thanks to its bright, textural fruit, it’s perfect as an aperitif or paired with anything from seafood to summer salads, burgers to brioche (buns).

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