Serve some delicious drinks this summer
Hooray for summer holidays! Yes, it’s that time of year again, when the nation spends every minute possible outside and we
all try to cook each and every meal on the barbecue. We’ve got some great ideas for your summer picnics and a guide for
what to drink with barbecued fare. So grab a deckchair, kick off your flip-flops and sit back and relax with a cool summer cocktail.
Have you tried Pitchers?
An aromatic blend of spirit, citrus flavours and spice, Sainsbury’s Pitchers is a delicious taste of sunshine. Mix with lemonade, fresh fruit and mint for the perfect summer refresher.
Our new house wines
Choosing a delicious wine is now even easier at Sainsbury’s. We’ve introduced a new range of 21 Sainsbury’s House wines that have been specially selected for you by our very own winemakers.
Superb value for money and you’ll find them grouped together instore. From Muscadet to Merlot, there’s a wide range to suit all tastes - just look out for the stylish black labels when you’re next in the drinks aisle.
Our new champagne
We’ve just launched a delicious new champagne called Sainsbury’s Blanc de Blancs Brut, which means ‘white wine from white grapes’ and indicates that the champagne is made from just Chardonnay grapes. This gives an exceptionally elegant fizz with delicate floral and citrus aromas, perfect for summer sipping.
Cracking summer wine and sparkling wine
Our wine buyers have found some cracking new wines for you to try this summer. If you’re looking to branch out a bit during the sunny season, check out these fab new arrivals instore & online now – they’re guaranteed to please your palate.
With over 300 awards, no wonder we’re Drinks Retailer of the Year. From our new House wines to our Taste the difference range you’ll find great taste and great value at Sainsbury’s.
White wines
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Soft and fruity
Sainsbury’s House Chardonnay NV
Origin: Chile
Soft and easy-drinking, our House Chardonnay is loaded with ripe tropical fruit flavours and has a buttery finish. Ideal served with your barbecue food. Commended at the International Wine Challenge 2010. |
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Complex and elegant
Taste the difference Gavi 2009
Origin: Italy
An elegant, dry & fruity Italian wine has hints of luscious white peach and characters of zesty lemons with a refreshing finish. A gold medla winner at the International Wine Challenge 2010. |
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Complex and elegant
St Hallett Poacher’s Blend 2009
Origin: Australia
This versatile, food-friendly wine from Australia’s Barossa Valley has tropical fruit on the nose and is bright and zesty with a crisp finish. |
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Great with char-grilled chicken.
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Great with squid or crab dishes.
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Great with tangy, oriental dishes.
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Rosé wines
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Soft and fruity
Sainsbury’s House Dry Rosé NV
Origin: Chile
Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, this great-valuerosé has delicate hints of strawberries & redcurrants, & a crisp, refreshing finish. Commended at the International Wine Challenge 2010. |
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Complex and elegant
Taste the difference Côtes de Provence Rosé 2009
Origin: France
A blend of Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah, this is an elegant rosé with cherry flavours. |
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Complex and elegant
Domaine de Sours Rosé 2009
Origin: France
This wine has summer berry aromas, mouthwatering strawberry and creamy flavours and a lovely refreshing acidity. |
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Great with summer salads.
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Great with provençal dishes with tomato and garlic.
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Great with barbecued prawns.
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Red wine
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Light and fruity
Sainsbury’s House Beaujolais NV
Origin: France
This is a lovely light red with a delicate perfume and bags of juicy strawberry fruit flavours. Commended at the International Wine Challenge 2010. |
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Smooth and mellow
Windy Peak Pinot Noir 2008
Origin: Australia
This complex red has a concentration of typical Pinot Noir characters, including strawberry and cherry, with underlying spicy tones. |
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Complex and elegant
Sainsbury’s House Chianti NV
Origin: Italy
This stylish Chianti is velvety smooth and brimming with the juicy fruit flavours of black cherry and plum. Silver medal winner at the International Wine & Spitit Challenge. |
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Great with cold meats or quiche.
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Great with roast duck.
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Great with pasta with sausages.
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Sparkling wine
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Sainsbury’s Asti NV
Origin: Italy
A light and fruity sweet sparkling wine from the Piedmont region of northwest Italy, with soft floral aromas. |
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Sainsbury’s Prosecco Frizzante NV
Origin: Italy
A lightly sparkling wine with a refreshing spritz (rather than a full-on fizz), crisp green apple notes and a zesty finish. |
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Taste the difference Vintage Cava Rosé 2007
Origin: Spain
This stylish pink cava has aromas of ripe berries, blackcurrants and strawberries, with lively hints of lemon and pineapple. |
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Great with fruity desserts. |
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Great with savoury nibbles. |
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Great with seafood tapas. |
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Here are 3 great drinks to discover this summer, which are ideal for making refreshing long drinks and sunny cocktails, perfect for entertaining family and friends. |
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Smooth and spicy
Sainsbury’s Superior dark rum
A smooth Jamaican rum with a touch of spice and flavours of caramel and vanilla. |
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Light and floral
Sainsbury’s single malt Irish whiskey
Made by Cooley Distillery, this whiskey is complex, floral and fruity with citrus lemon and honey flavours and a smooth, long malt finish. |
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Aromatic and refreshing
Taste the difference Blackfriar’s London dry gin
This gin has a fine, distinctive flavour drawn from a wide range of botanicals including juniper berries, coriander seed, angelica root, orange and lemon peel. White spirits winner of the 2010 Quality Drink Awards. |
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Perfect serve over ice, with ginger beer, lime juice and a dash of Angostura® bitters. |
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Try pouring 40ml whisky, a tablespoon of vermouth in a glass of ice, stir, add a squeeze of lemon and then add 3 wedge of lemon. |
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Serve on the rocks with a slice of lemon to taste the individual delicate flavours. |
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Some products are in selected stores. Whilst stocks last. Subject to availability. Check instore or Sainsbury's online groceries for full range, price and promotions. Some products available in larger stores only. Please drink responsibly - drinkaware.co.uk
