Real Men Drink Pink: Rosé Wines That Won’t Make You Look Like a Mug
Alright lads, time to face the facts: summer is here, shirts are off, and cold drinks are on. But before you reach for the same tired lager that’s been sunbaking in your mate’s garden cooler, consider this—rosé is the drink of the season, and it’s about time you stopped pretending it’s just for Instagram influencers and hen dos.
We’ve pulled together five absolute belters of rosé that bring flavour, swagger, and just the right amount of class. Whether you're sunning yourself in the garden, firing up the BBQ, or trying to look cultured at a date night picnic, these bottles will have your back.
Clarendelle Bordeaux Rosé 2024
From posh Bordeaux to your beer fridge
Made by the fine folks linked to Château Haut-Brion (basically the Rolls-Royce of wine families), this is a surprisingly laid-back pink with red berry notes and a dry, suave finish. A bit like if Idris Elba was a wine.
👉 Grab it from Vinatis – from £15.00
Pomal Rosé Rioja
Spanish style without the sangria faff
This Rioja rosé brings redcurrant, citrus, and a clean dry taste that goes down smoother than your nan’s gossip. It’s a solid crowd-pleaser—smart enough to impress, cheap enough to buy two.
Codorníu Ars Collecta Grand Rosé
Bubbly brilliance without bankrupting yourself
This is sparkling rosé with serious fizz game—like someone crossed a fruit salad with fireworks. Spanish cava, but premium. If you want to show up to a party and look like you’ve got your life together, this is the bottle.
👉 Pop one from Decantalo – £23.24
Château d’Esclans Rosé 2022
For when you’re feeling flush or showing off
This is Whispering Angel’s posher cousin. Smooth, sophisticated and cooler than your mate who owns a pizza oven. It’s got peach, strawberries, and just enough edge to remind you it’s a grown-up drink. Sip slowly, act like you own a boat.
👉 Treat yourself at Majestic – £40.00
Paparuda Estate Rosé
No-nonsense pink from the land of Dracula
Romania might not be your go-to for fine wine, but this one’ll surprise you. Fruity, fresh and totally smashable. Ideal for a hot afternoon and a bit of day drinking with zero guilt.
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Rosé doesn’t mean weak. It doesn’t mean basic. And it definitely doesn’t mean you’ve turned in your man card. These bottles bring taste, quality, and enough good vibes to carry you through the stickiest summer. Just don’t pour it over ice, unless you're also the kind of bloke who microwaves steak.
Cheers to pink done proper.