We’ve had a grand time tasting some of these wines – just for you. Well, someone has to do it.
Left Field Albarino 2017
This white wine is just right for spring, ,and yes, it is on the way: the days are getting longer, the sun is warmer… So buy in the daffodils and sip this wine, with its hint of citrus, melon and peach. It’s classy and will bring on the sunshine.
RRP: £14.55
Stockists: Wine Rack, Cambridge Wine Merchants, Vino Wines, Taurus Wines, Sissinghurst Wines, Campbell Moore, www.nzhouseofwine.co.uk
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Jean-Luc Colombo Collines de Laure Blanc 2016
This white wine is a lovely fusion of regions where the Provençal grape Rolle (aka Vermentino) joins three Rhône varieties in a textured, with a good body and always elegant white.
It’s as fresh as spring, and we tasted just a hint of fennel, white peach and pear.
Try it with grilled white meats on Mother’s Day, which is a meal you could cook for mum.
RRP: £14.20
Stockists: Dalling & Co Wines, R Campbell and Sons, The Solent Cellar, Apero Wine Services, B J R Hanby
Hancock & Hancock Fiano 2017
We love a Fiano in the Frost office, because it oozes tropical climes somehow with its aroma of nectarine and lemon, but it has a dry and fresh palate. Really good as an aperitif on a lengthening spring evening, or would go well with Asian cuisine, spicy dishes or seafood.
RRP: £14.80
Stockists: Luvians Bottleshop, The Wine Reserve, Vino Wines, Wine Utopia
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Cune Barrel Fermented Blanco 2016
A friend loves a good white Rioja so this is one for her. 100% Viura with fresh citrus flavours and toasty richness. Transport yourself to the Spanish sun pairing this with delicious fish or shellfish.
RRP: £10.15
Stockists: Co-op, Sissinghurst Wines, Ellies Cellar, Winestore Distribution, Aitken Wines, B J R Hanby
Kleine Zalze Vineyard Selection Chenin Blanc 2017
A rich Chenin with a gently tropical nose of honeysuckle, guava and pineapple with fresh green apple and quince. The palate is dry yet rich with tropical fruits and subtle oak and the acidity keeps it all fresh and balanced.
Pair this elegant wine with goat’s cheese or smoked fish for a great spring match.
RRP: £10.60
Stockists: Roberts & Speight, Mitchells Vintners, Fenwick, Vino Wines
Villa Maria Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2017
A Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc bursting with aromas of passionfruit, melon, nettles and fresh herbs. The palate is powerful, displaying vibrant grapefruit notes.
Rustle up some salmon and salads to go with the wine for a delicious spring supper.
RRP: £13.85
Stockists: Majestic Wine, Margiotta, Village Wines, Holborns, North and South Wines, Hoults Wine Merchants, Hailsham Cellars, www.nzhouseofwine.co.uk