The Ultimate Guide to Chilling Wine This Summer

by Darren Morris

When the weather warms up, most of us automatically reach for a chilled white or rosé. But did you know that some red wines can be enjoyed lightly chilled too?

Serving wine at the correct temperature allows its aromas and flavours to shine, and this summer, lightly chilled red wine has become an increasingly popular choice for wine lovers looking for something a little different.

Here's our guide to getting the most from every bottle.

Solaris – Best Served Well Chilled

Our award-winning Solaris is crisp, refreshing and bursting with citrus and orchard fruit flavours.

For the best experience, chill Solaris for a couple of hours before serving and enjoy it straight from the fridge.

Perfect with:

  • Seafood
  • Summer salads
  • Grilled vegetables
  • Light lunches

Rosé – A Summer Favourite

Rosé is made for sunny afternoons.

Served well chilled, it pairs beautifully with picnics, charcuterie, grilled chicken and fresh berries, making it one of the most versatile wines for entertaining.

Can You Chill Red Wine?

Absolutely.

While many people serve red wine at room temperature, modern homes are often much warmer than the traditional wine cellars where that advice originated.

Lightly chilling certain reds helps lift the fruit flavours, keeps them fresh and makes them wonderfully refreshing during warmer weather.

Try Our Award-Winning Rondo Lightly Chilled

Our multi award-winning Rondo is a fantastic example of an English red that can be enjoyed slightly chilled.

Around 20–30 minutes in the fridge before serving is all it needs.

The result is a fresher, fruit-forward wine that's perfect for:

  • BBQs
  • Pizza nights
  • Burgers
  • Cheese boards
  • Summer evenings outdoors

If you've never tried chilled red wine before, this is the perfect place to start.

Discover Your Favourite

Whether you enjoy Solaris, Rosé or Rondo, every bottle has its place throughout the summer.

If you're unsure where to begin, our Wine Trio and Mixed Wine Case let you experience all three styles and discover your favourite.

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