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Sip, Sizzle, Repeat — Rosé & Food Pairing Fun

There’s always a bottle or two of rosé on our table when the weather’s warm. Crisp, charming, and endlessly versatile, rosé wines are practically made for long lunches, sun-drenched evenings, and a bit of summer indulgence. But beyond the classic chilled pink aperitif, rosé becomes pure magic when matched with food.

From BBQ to picnic fare and everything in between, here’s how rosé brings delight to your summer bites.

 

🌿 BBQ + Rosé = Unexpected Perfection

Think elegance meets flame-grilled flavour:
- Grilled halloumi & watermelon skewers — Provence rosé lends a salty-sweet harmony. Try Val de Gilly Vie en R…
- Charred pork belly — a Spanish rosado adds bold berry depth. How about El Ninot de Paper Rosado
- Peach & burrata salad — Light but zesty and fruity rosé adds a zing of flavour try Adobe Reserva Organic Rosé


🐟 Let’s Talk Fish

Seafood and rosé is a love affair:
- Prawns, crab, and anything in a shell? Divine with a crisp Mediterranean rosé like Cotes du Thau 
- Spiced salmon tacos — South African rosé brings spice-friendly acidity, we love Coterie by Wildeberg Rosé for an extra bite
- Grilled tuna Niçoise? Provence, of course. Marion by Val de Gilly is made for food

🍇 Tip: It goes where it grows—match regionally for impressive results.*

 

🍓 Don’t Forget Dessert

Summer’s berry abundance calls for juicy wine companions:
- Strawberries, raspberries, and cream — pair with a fruit-forward rosé that complements, not competes go crazy with Crazy Rosé with added fruit sweetness

Opposites attract, too. Don’t be afraid to play with bold or unexpected combos—you just might find your new favourite flavour match.

 

So... what’s your rosé discovery?**  
Tag us, share your pairings, or drop us a note when you uncover something delicious—we’d love to hear!
 

Adobe Reserva Rosé
Organic
Vegetarian
Vegan
Refreshing and delicious from Emiliana's organic vineyards
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Adobe Reserva Rosé

Chile, Rapel Valley
£11.75
Single Bottle
Coterie by Wildeberg Cinsault Rosé
Vegetarian
Vegan
A delicate free run Rosé of serious quality from a 30 year old bush-vine vineyard in Paarl whose appetisingly savoury bite offsets the gentle,
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Coterie by Wildeberg Cinsault Rosé

South Africa, Coastal Region
£15.50
Single bottle
Val de Gilly Marion Provence Rosé
Smooth Rosé Gris from just outside St Tropez. 
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Val de Gilly Marion Provence Rosé

France. Provence.
£17.99
Single bottle
Cðtes du Thau Rose
A stunning Rose of finesse and purity from southern France.
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Cðtes du Thau Rose

France, Languedoc
£12.75
Single bottle
Crazy Tropez Rose
A great fun rosé for simple enjoyment
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Crazy Tropez Rose

Provence, Southern France
£13.50
Single Bottles
Val de Gilly Vie en R.. Provence Rosé
The best of the South of France in a bottle!
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Val de Gilly Vie en R.. Provence Rosé

France. Provence.
£13.99
Single bottle
El Ninot de Paper Rosado
Vegetarian
Vegan
Appealing, bright and juicy rosado from Valencia.
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El Ninot de Paper Rosado

Spain, Valencia
£8.99
Single Bottle
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