Six radiant rosés for sipping al fresco

These pretty pinks have holiday vibes written all over them, says Sam Wylie-Harris

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SUNSHINE, azure skies and striped parasols... with this sun-drenched summer mimicking a Mediterranean climate, chances are your rose-coloured crush shows no sign of subsiding.

After all, even before the ritual of grabbing the ice bucket, opening and pouring the wine, you've already fallen for the charms of a ballet slipper pink, barely there blush or cute coral hue... hands down, rosé wines cheer the clink of well-filled glasses.

Seductive with their easy-drinking appeal and fast-track to a luxe lifestyle, these standout styles from Provence and beyond are bound to please....

Ramón Bilbao Rosé 2024, Rioja, Spain, £8.75, Coop in-store

With its new eye-catching label, this Spanish beauty is sure to evoke thoughts of a balloon festival and faraway places. Downright delicious with attractive floral aromatics, silky textured palate and refreshing melange of citrus and red berry fruits, it's one for patatas bravas and aioli on the side.