Gloucestershire &amp; Worcestershire

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Once you find your spirit wine it&#8217;s hard to deviate (cool, crisp summery rosé of dreams we&#8217;re looking at you!), if you&#8217;re anything like me that one brand usually becomes an obsession. But with so many wines to try, from funky blends to trendy one-grape wonders, summer&#8217;s the perfect time to expand your mind / wine fridge.



Boutique wine merchant, <a href="https://www.vinotopiawine.co.uk/">Vinotopia</a> in Nailsworth, is a wine lover&#8217;s paradise, stocking more than 400 specialist varieties of hand-selected wines (as well as spirits and beers, so all eventualities covered). 



Opening its doors in 2023, this independent one-stop emporium in a ‘wine barn’ is a brilliant place to get some top advice and discover under-the-radar labels. There’s even an enomatic wine machine to buy from and cosy snug areas to lounge in whilst you select your impressive new rack!



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Here are Vinotopia&#8217;s cork-poppingly good picks on the best tipples for every occasion&#8230;.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-1-for-a-summer-garden-party">1.&nbsp;For a summer garden party</h2>



What? Figuiere Signature MAGALI ROSE 2022/23



Why? Does anything scream summer party better than a French rosé? We don’t think so! This gorgeous wine hails from vineyards just outside of St Tropez, with vines that stretch all the way down to the Mediterranean sea. Unlike other perhaps more well-known rosé brands that simply spend more money on the marketing, this is the perfect, under-the-radar choice for those in search of a crowd-pleaser that delivers in the taste department. Expect fruity notes of grapefruit and apricot; available in 75cl bottles, Magnums and Methuselahs.



<a href="https://www.vinotopiawine.co.uk/wine/grape/figuiere-signature-magali-rose">Buy it now: £20.95</a> &nbsp;







<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-2-if-you-ve-never-tried-a-cotswold-wine-before">2. If you’ve never tried a Cotswold wine before</h2>



What? Larkhill Vineyard &#8211; Larkhill Vineyards Cotswold Sparkling Rosé 2020



Why? Hailing from a 5-acre vineyard tucked on the edge of Tetbury, Larkhill Vineyard is fast-gaining a reputation as one of England’s finest wine producers, firmly helping to put Cotswold-born wines on the map. This elegant, crisp dry sparkling is one of our most popular local choices; floral and fruity, with a delicious lasting finish of rose and summer berries.&nbsp;



<a href="https://www.vinotopiawine.co.uk/larkhill-vineyards-cotswold-sparkling-rose-2020">Buy it now: £33.95 </a>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-3-for-fans-of-exotic-world-wines">3. For fans of exotic world wines&nbsp;</h2>



What? Heavens House Party #1 Pet Nat Rosé 2022 (Petillant Naturel)



Why? Petillant Naturel wines – or Pet Nats as they’re commonly called – are the new big craze in wine, and we love ‘em!&nbsp; Meaning ‘naturally sparkling’ in French, Pet Nats are sparkling wines made in a method pre-dating those used to create champagne; resulting in a softly fizzy tipple. Our favourite is this from the brilliantly-named Heavens House Party – their #1 Pet Nat Rosé 2022 – jam-packed full of fruity flavours including nectarines, dried apricots, aromatic lychee, peaches and white strawberries. Delicious.



<a href="https://www.vinotopiawine.co.uk/heavens-house-party-1-pet-nat-rose-2022-petillant-naturel">Buy it now: £19.95</a>







<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-4-if-your-go-to-wine-is-a-pinot-grigio">4.&nbsp;If your go-to wine is a Pinot Grigio&nbsp;</h2>



What? Brothers at War The Darling Sister Pinot Grigio 2023



Why? Thii delicious bottle from Brothers at War boasts a refreshing acidity that will have you coming back for more. Hailing from the land of Oz, this tasty tipple has a floral nose complemented with pear, lychee and honey, with a distinctly crisp taste on the palate. A real easy-drinker, this could be your new favourite in the hotly-contested PG category.



<a href="https://www.vinotopiawine.co.uk/brothers-at-war-the-darling-sister-pinot-grigio">&nbsp;Buy it now: £19.95</a>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-5-if-you-love-a-broody-red-rioja">5. If you love a broody red Rioja</h2>



What? Petit Vega Ribera del Duero 2020 Crianza



Why? The Ribera del Duero region of Spain produces some incredible, full-bodied wines thanks to its extremes of temperature, and is often overlooked by its better-known Riojan neighbours. This Petit Vega is well worth a try for any fans of a smooth yet intense red; a personal project by Isaac Fernández Montaño, one of the most renowned oenologists in Spain. With deep notes of liquorice, toast, melted dark chocolate and mocha alongside juicy black fruit and a whole load of spice, this is one deep, dark and mysterious wine not to be ignored.



<a href="https://www.vinotopiawine.co.uk/petit-vega-ribera-del-duero-2020-crianza">Buy it now: £21.95 </a>







<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-6-if-your-drink-of-choice-is-prosecco">6. If your drink of choice is Prosecco</h2>



What? Maison Antech Cremant de Limoux Cuvee Francoise NV



If Prosecco is your thing, then a wonderful Cremant certainly will be, too. This fresh, floral wine with plenty of citrus zing is perfect for something special this summer, with a lovely balance of acidity for a smooth, easy finish. Enjoy for all manner of occasions… you’ll soon be saying Prosecco, who?



<a href="https://www.vinotopiawine.co.uk/french-wines/wine-character/sparkling/antech-cremant-de-limoux-1">Buy it now: £18.95 </a>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-7-best-tipples-for-a-chilled-picnic-in-the-park">7. Best tipples for a chilled picnic in the park</h2>



What? Wild Life Botanical Sparkling Nude 0.5% &amp; Shandy Shack Rhubarb Lager



Why? Picnics in the park call for easy, laid-back drinks to match, and we have just the thing. If beer is your tipple of choice, then the Shandy Shack Rhubarb Lager is the perfect picnic pal; a lively lager mixed with a refreshing dash of rhubarb soda to lighten things up with a fruity zing. If you’re looking for sparkles without the alcohol percentage to match, then Wild Life Botanical Sparkling Nude offers ‘bubbles with benefits’; an ultra-low-alcohol (0.5% ABV) sparkling infused with vitamins and minerals. That’ll negate the sausage roll calories nicely!



<a href="https://www.vinotopiawine.co.uk/shandy-shack-rhubarb-lager-2-5-330ml-can">Buy it now: £2.49 &#8211; £13.95</a> 



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<a href="https://www.vinotopiawine.co.uk/wild-life-botanical-sparkling-nude-0-5">Buy it now: £13.95</a> 







<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-8-best-for-a-romantic-dinner-a-deu-x">8. Best for a romantic dinner à deux</h2>



What? Babylonstoren Shiraz 2021



Why? For romance with a capital R, Babylonstoren’s intense shiraz is the one to go for. With layers upon layers of cherry, blackcurrant and spice, and a velvety, elegant feel with a long-lingering finish, this wine has seduction written all over it.



<a href="https://www.vinotopiawine.co.uk/babylonstoren-shiraz">Buy it now: £21.95</a> 



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-9-the-hot-ticket-tipple-for-a-special-occasion">9. The hot ticket tipple for a special occasion</h2>



What? Pierre Mignon Brut Vintage Prestige Champagne 2015



Why? A vintage Champagne for £36!? Yes please&nbsp;! Reflecting the incredible quality of the 2015 vintage, this gastronomic Champagne boasts expressive notes of white peach, plum and toasted almonds, with a buttery, brioche-like finish. Moreish, elegant and oh-so-special, this is a vintage you’ll most certainly want to invest in.&nbsp;



<a href="https://www.vinotopiawine.co.uk/pierre-mignon-brut-vintage-prestige-champagne-2015">Buy it now: £36.95</a> 



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