Blimey, look at that sun outside! May is officially the start of summer, and with a double dose of bank holidays we've put together some great wines for outdoor dining and socialising:

Juan Gil Dry Muscat, DO Jumilla Spain 2025 - £11.99

Aromas of fresh peach and kiwi with hints of jasmine and white pepper. The palate has ripe and juicy stone fruit and honeydew melon characters, refreshing acidity and a gently spicy finish.

Have with - Shellfish, Asian dishes, The Happy Mondays

Vieille Monnaie Pinot Noir, IGP Pays d’Oc France 2023 - £12.49

Fuller than Pinot Noir from Burgundy, it has a warm, rich nose with aromas of dark wild cherry and just a hint of toasty oak. The palate is nicely balanced with an exciting, savoury bitterness provided by ripe, tasty tannins.

Have with - Mushrooms, Cold meats, BBQ sausage on a fork

Can Xa Cava Brut nv Spain - £13.49

A charcterful fizz with fine bubbles from the Traditional Method of production with an elegant nose with hints of yeastiness, lemon and a hint of butter from its ageing on the lees. On the palate it is fresh, crisp and flavourful.

Have with - Sun on your face, Friends, High end nibbles