6 brilliant bubblies to celebrate Valentine’s Day
It’s not always easy deciding what to gift a loved one on Valentine’s Day… especially if you’re torn between chocolates, flowers or gesture of affection.
But when it comes to the language of love, there’s no denying a celebratory tipple, chime of clinking crystal, and chance to enjoy the moment together is a sure-fire way to bring a smile to the face.
Whether you’re toasting with him or her, make 14 February a fizz-fest to remember with this fine stream of sparkle…
With its fruity, fresh, floral personality, prosecco is one the most popular sparkling wines – and this apple and pear-scented gem of a glass tastes wonderfully pristine, with a whisper of elderflower on the finish. Right on point with appetisers such as prosciutto and melon breadsticks.
Flirty and lots of fun, if you’ve yet to hit on South Africa’s Cap Classique sparkling wines, you’re in for a real treat. Made in the same traditional method as champagne, award-winning producer Graham Beck is praised for its consistent quality. With delightful aromas of wild cherry and cranberry, opening into flavours of freshly crushed berries with a fresh, crisp character and streak of minerality.
When it comes to award-winning, supermarket own-labels, you can’t beat this stylish sparkler made by Champagne Louis Kremer. A head-turner with its turquoise label and golden highlights, these radiant bubbles offer blossomy fruit entwined with citrus, fresh peach and toasty, biscuity note, leading to a delightfully fresh finish. Definitely a keeper, scan your nectar and bag three.
A really gorgeous rosé and enticing from word go, the beguiling bouquet of fresh berry fruits, hints of rose petals and strawberry shortbread nuances delivers what it promises on the palate. Fresh, fruity and food-friendly, think a retro prawn cocktail, soft creamy cheeses, or strawberry tarts.
Leading English wine producer Ridgeview Estate is behind these vintage bubbles made from classic Champagne grape varieties – and teases the palate with lots of bright freshness and racy acidity. With a wonderfully fruit core of green apple, peach and lemon, it’s both creamy and toasty with hints of roasted nuts, and citrusy twang on the flourish of a finish.
A trailblazer in English sparkling wine, head winemaker Cherie Spriggs won Sparkling Winemaker of the Year for the second time at the International Wine Challenge 2025 – and this rosé will charm the pants off pink wine lovers. Elegant with attractive aromas of summer berry fruits and hint of hedgerow fruit; flavours of fresh raspberry, redcurrant, cherry and spice come into play, touch of shortcrust pastry, creamy texture, and lingering silky finish.