WITH spring finally here and the weather heating up, if you’re looking for a brand new rosé wine to stock your fridge with, you’ve come to the right place.
Many of us are bound to agree that there’s nothing better than a crisp glass of rosé on a sunny day.
If you’re a lover of rosé wine, you won’t want to miss this[/caption]
Shoppers are going wild for the new M&S tipple that’s hit shelves just in time for spring[/caption]
According to many, the La Balconne Organic Provence Rosé is ‘better’ and cheaper than Whispering Angel[/caption]
While Whispering Angel will set you back £22.50, the new M&S buy is only £18[/caption]
And now, M&S has sent shoppers wild with their latest tipple.
The high street retailer’s large selection of refreshing wines for the warmer season just got even better with the brand new La Balconne Organic Provence Rosé.
Not only is it a stunning blush pink colour with a gorgeous fruity taste, but it’s said to rival a much loved viral favourite.
The brand new organise rosé, which is now in Foodhalls just in time for warm spring weekends, is meticulously crafted by wife-and-husband duo Julie Rouffignac and Gérald Lafont – esteemed winemaking experts with insider access to the most prestigious estates.
This gorgeous pink wine is produced using only the very best grapes from vineyards located within France’s esteemed Côtes de Provence wine region.
Bursting with enticing aromas of red berries, ripe peach and delicate cherry blossom, all balanced by refreshing acidity, this sunny rosé is an ideal match for picky bits, light pasta dishes and summer salads.
And not only are shoppers raving about the affordable wine, which is ‘better’ and cheaper than Whispering Angel, but even the pros are loving it too.
TV wine and drinks expert Andy Clarke tasted La Balconne against Whispering Angel and was blown away by the difference in quality.
He beamed: “I’ve tasted hundreds of rosés over the years and it’s always so exciting to find a new one that whizzes straight to the top of my list!
“Having this delicious organic Provence on the shelves is extremely exciting for spring and summer sipping, and it’s a must-try for anyone who loves those summery aromas of strawberries and fresh herbs.
“Move over Whispering Angel… Rosé doesn’t get better than this!”
Not only this, but Belinda Kleinig, expert in-house winemaker at M&S Food, added: “While I’d always say you can drink rosé all year round, we know people tend to open their first bottle of the year on the first sunny weekend in spring.
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“That’s why we’re launching La Balconne in March so that shoppers have got this year’s most exciting new pink drink in time for the warmer weather.
“It’s been fantastic to work with Julie and Gérald to bring this incredible organic rosé to life.
“They have the advantage of being able to source the very best grapes from the crème de la crème of Provence’s vineyards, meaning La Balconne feels as artisan and high-quality as a small-batch boutique wine – just made on a slightly larger scale.
“Julie was born and raised in Provence and has consulted for renowned estates like Minuty, Château Sainte Marguerite and Figuière, so has made sure this outstanding rosé is the perfect blend of tradition and modern expertise.”
Move over Whispering Angel… Rosé doesn’t get better than this!
Andy Clarke
The La Balconne Organic Provence Rosé is priced at £18 a bottle, £4.50 less than Whispering Angel.
Not only is it great for spring, but it’s sure to be a hit for Mother’s Day too.
Wine enthusiasts beam
After showing off the wine on Instagram, rosé enthusiasts eagerly flocked to the comments to share their thoughts on the purse-friendly tipple.
This really is THE BEST Rose out there!! Just filled my fridge with it!
Instagram user
One happy customer beamed: “Yay! I had a sneak preview of this gem recently and it’s delicious! It’s safe to say rosé doesn’t get better than this!!”
A second shopper said: “Running to get myself a few bottles of this for the weekend!!”
Another wine fan wrote: “This really is THE BEST Rose out there!! Just filled my fridge with it!”
Whilst one M&S fan posted: “Definitely not the first of the year but must try this next.”
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