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Wine recommendations for the month Champagne Castelnau Rosé Brut, France £33.50
This perfect rosé champagne alternative is based on 54% Pinot Meunier, 25% Pinot Noir and 21% Chardonnay. The Chardonnay in the blend brings freshness and vivacity, while the Pinots add fruit and structure. wine-hub.co.uk
M de Minuty Limited Edition, France £17.95 M de Minuty Limited Edition 2020 is produced by the famous Château Minuty, a family-owned wine estate located in southern France’s Provence region, overlooking the Saint-Tropez peninsula and is a splendid, pleasurable rosé wine. finewinedirect.co.uk
Codorniu Rosado Cava Brut, Spain £6.99 Codorníu Rosado is made from the two most common red grapes around Southern Penedès. This bright Rosé has the aromas of raspberry and strawberry and is the perfect accompaniment to tapas and light salads. waitrose.com
Sake & Sakura THE IVY ASIA
The Ivy has partnered with Marussia Beverage’s Artisanal Japanese Collection to celebrate Japan’s Sakura Blossom Season. This springtime collaboration features a brand new Sake and sushi pairing menu as well as limited-edition cocktails. Patrons will be able to gather to eat and drink in the restaurant's blossom-filled interior for six weeks from the 26th of April. theivyasia.com
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