With warm weather (hopefully) back on the agenda for the end of summer, there’s still time to explore new and exciting wines perfect for those last few barbecues or al fresco dinners in the garden. Peter Morrell stays in the summer mood with an English sparkling

Alternatively, plan ahead for autumn and nights curled up by the fire with a hearty glass of red. With over 30 new wines hitting the shelves at Tesco, it’s the perfect time to impress your family and friends with some delicious new finds.

From refreshing English sparkling wines which stylishly elevate any occasion, to crisp, refreshing whites and rich, bold reds to enhance your dinners at home, there is something for every palate, budget and occasion at Tesco.

A selection of new wines landing in Tesco stores and online:

Bolney Estate 2013 Vintage English Sparkling, 11% ABV, £32

Bolney Estate is a prominent English vineyard and winery in West Sussex, known for producing high-quality still and sparkling wines. Delightful floral and brioche notes combine with notes of zesty apple and citrus fruit. Fresh and clean with a vibrant finish, this is a great bottle to add a special sparkle to your get-together, serving as an aperitif or alongside salmon en croute.

Louis Pommery English Sparkling, 12.5% ABV, £28

Peter Morrell, Editor comments “Louis Pommery Champagne House was founded in 1836, and in 2017 they planted their first English vines in Hampshire. I recently tasted the Louis Pommery England Brut and was highly impressed with the quality of the wine, and the fact that it has been produced in England.

“The wine pours a light straw colour and lively, fast moving, small bubbles create a fine mousse on the surface. There are strong aromas of apple, citrus, with brioche tones in the bouquet. In the mouth, it has a good buttery body, and the palate exhibits a range of flavours. The citrus and apples remain and are joined by peaches, and pears, with stronger toasty/biscuit notes. It has good minerality, and the acidity is well balanced, making the wine very fresh. The finish is lively, with persistent fruit flavours.

“This combination of the the Hampshire ‘Terroir’ and French expertise has produced a superb sparkling wine which is quintessentially English. You can drink Louis Pommery England Brut on its own, or pair with seafood and light salads.”

Tesco Finest Châteaneuf-du-Pape Blanc, 13.5% ABV, £22

Hailing from the famous appellation in the Southern Rhône Valley of France, this rich, rounded white wine is unoaked, revealing complex floral notes and flavours of peach, apricots, ripe citrus fruits with hints of acacia and almonds. The refreshing long finish makes this a great addition to pork tenderloins with an apricot glaze or butternut squash risotto.

Gérard Bertrand Picpoul de Pinet, 15% ABV, £12.50

From the Languedoc region of France, this refreshing, white wine has a pale straw colour and exudes vibrant citrus aromas. On the palate its crisp acidity complements the citrus profile with a touch of minerality and a clean, lingering finish. Serve alongside grilled lemon herb chicken or a Mediterranean orzo salad.

Plaimont Saint Mont Grande Cuvée Tradition, 12.5% ABV, £9.50

Situated in the heart of South West France, the Plaimont vineyards stretch from the foothills of the Pyrenees to the hills and valleys of Gascony. The highest-quality grapes are harvested at optimal maturity, leading to notes of quince, pineapple and lemon. Serve alongside roasted sea bass or asparagus pesto gnocchi.

Remastered Fiano, 12.5% ABV, £9.50

Remastered is known for bringing a bold twist to traditional European winemaking. This Fiano is medium-pale lemon in the glass with a bouquet of waxed lemons, conference pear and gentle orange blossom that complement a weighty mid-palate, leading to a long crisp citrus finish. Pair with a grilled chicken Caesar salad or tofu stir fry.

Marqués de Riscal Rioja Reserva, 14% ABV, £15

Vinos de los Herederos del Marqués de Riscal is one of the oldest and wellrenowned vineyards in the Rioja region. This wine presents balsamic aromas with ripe fruit notes, offering a fresh, persistent palate with gentle tannins. Enjoy this wine with a grilled ribeye steak with chimichurri sauce or stuffed bell peppers with quinoa and roasted vegetables.

Tesco Finest Barossa Shiraz, 14.5% ABV, £11

Produced for Tesco by Accolade Wines, one of Australia’s largest and leading wine companies, this Barossa Shiraz is lightly oaked and aged in stainless steel tanks, resulting in notes of dark berry fruits, pepper spices and chocolate. Pair this wine with a beef stroganoff or mushroom wellington

Tesco Finest McLaren Vale Grenache, 14.5% ABV, £10

Made of the highest-quality Grenache grapes grown in the prestigious McLaren Vale of South Australia, this wine is produced for Tesco by Accolade Wines. Bursting with red fruits, fresh herbs, and a hint of spice, this wine goes beautifully alongside a roast lamb or nut roast.

Tesco Finest Wrattonbully Cabernet Sauvignon, 14.5% ABV, £10

Third-generation Wakefield Wines produced this deep, rich Cabernet Sauvignon exclusively for Tesco in South Australia’s Clare Valley. The palate is full of blackcurrant, vanilla and cedar, creating a hearty red that is great alongside beef bourguignon or aubergine parmesan.