The 10 best wines to buy at Marks & Spencer this summer

Working with the in-house winemakers Sue Daniels and Belinda Kleinig, the Marks & Spencer buying team are not shy of sniffing out something unusual and interesting, whether it's a mtsvane from Georgia or an orange wine from England. The Classics and Found ranges are full of interest and English wine is a noticeable strength.
2024 Cintu île de Beauté Rosé France (11%) £8.50A pleasing blend of Corsica's indigenous sciaccarello and nielluccio grapes, it's light and dry with a refreshing, silky texture.
2024 Found Lucido Italy (12.5%) £8A really interesting choice by the M&S team and a lovely alternative to the mainstream varietals with floral notes. There's a twist of lime and some jasmine on the finish.
2023 Palataia Pinot Noir Germany (13%) £10

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