Over 50% rise in drinking rosé ahead on National Pink Day
Celebrate National Pink Day (23rd June) this year with a pink tipple from award-winning retailer Aldi. Thanks to fine weather and an increase in male drinkers, Aldi’s rosé wine sales have spiked by +56% in the last month, and this is expected to continue as shoppers look to celebrate all things pink this week.
Rosé is certainly the drink of the moment, with over 4.5million Instagram snaps tagged #rosé, and its popularity shows no signs of stopping. Indeed, last Summer 1 in 8 bottles of wine drunk in the UK were rosé, and the IWSR and Wine Intelligence predict overall sales will be up +50% this year.
Wine not treat your friends and family to a bottle (or two) on National Pink Day? Aldi’s fantastic selection of award-winning rosés includes everything from fizz to the best of Spanish and French styles, which are sure to leave them blushing with joy.
Comté De Tolosan Rosé (£4.99, 75l) – available online and in store
This pale pink rosé has intense red berry and floral aromas. The palate is light and refreshing with flavours of redcurrant, cranberry and spice. Enjoy chilled on its own or with antipasti, chicken salad and paella.
Pedro Luis Monastrell Rosé (£5.99, 75cl) – available online and in store
A fresh dry rosé with hints of cherry fruit and a lovely peppery undertone from the Monastrell grape. Delicious on its own or with light meats and fish.
Veuve Monsigny Champagne Rosé (£16.99, 75cl) – available only online
Push the boat out with a bottle of this award-winning and best-selling pink fizz, produced in collaboration with Champagne Philizot. This carefully aged sparkling rosé has crisp red berry flavours, complimented with hints of citrus. The delicate pastry notes leave a lingering and well-balanced flavour, adding to its complexity and length.Ideal for raising a toast to the colour pink on National Pink Day!
For those who prefer a spirited choice to celebrate, Aldi’s McQueen Pink gin (£17.99, 50cl) is the perfect insta-worthy tipple. Infused with raspberries and cranberries to create a well-balanced yet subtle fruity flavour, this pink tipple means National Pink Day never tasted better.
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