Wines with added syrah are particularly food-friendly, pairing well with charcuterie and cheese boards, tuna, and fresh salads. That said, almost all rosé is excellent as an aperitif. How we test rosé wine Fine and structured, this is a five-star rosé with a well-balanced refreshing taste and its crisp matter. Beautifully perfumed with elegant flavours of white flowers and fruits such as pears and peaches, it has all the spirit of the South of France in one glass. Still, you’re really here for the stellar wine list – which just so happens to boast an extensive range of wines by the glass (and the bottle of course). Ted’s Place If you’re looking for a gay bar in Chelsea, London (OK, West Kensington if we’re splitting hairs), make a beeline for Ted’s Place. The cornerstone of the gay scene in Chelsea and the rest of West London, it’s a welcoming venue that’s been going since 1990. Most of us automatically reach for the palest pink we can find from Provence. But while there are lots of wines from the South of France gracing our list, we urge you to stay open-minded to other regions, including some gems we’ve found on English soil. What pairs well with a rosé wine?

It all started with our founder’s pioneering ambition: to create a world-renowned wine with depth, complexity, and elegance. London based Duncan Nyanzi first discovered the art of winemaking during his travels in Provence. This place is known for putting on a good show and when you get there you’ll see what we mean. It does get pretty out of control at times though, so don’t expect to come here for a quiet drink and be in bed by midnight. Chelsea is one of London’s most well-to-do areas. That means hanging out here doesn’t come cheap. You should expect that you’ll be paying a bit more than usual to drink and eat your way around this neighbourhood.Tonteria lay on some truly over-the-top entertainment. Think actual luchador wrestlers going all WWE live in front of you, topless bartenders wild bottle shows, people pouring neon paint all over themselves in fevered dance, and even fire spitting. The main grape found in rosé is grenache, which tends to be a complete crowd-pleaser. Full-bodied and bursting with plump red fruit — think mixed summer berries and cherry — you might also detect a little white pepper. Not sure what to expect? The Chelsea Cellar has a menu with fine dishes featuring Italian, Mediterranean, and European cuisine to pair with your favourite wines. You can also find gluten-free and vegetarian menu options with fresh seasonal ingredients. On top of that you’ll be expected to pay a service charge at any place that gives you table service, and often at the bar too. That’s usually 12.5% but can be more. Factor that into your bill if you’re strapped for cash but can’t resist the allure of the highlife. Just when you thought it was safe to take your summer holiday again, the SW3 gang are descending upon an exclusive area of Mallorca for a summer series like never before.

His time there inspired a labour of love to give discerning wine lovers a rosé like no other that can be enjoyed whatever the occasion, wherever you are in the world. This is the je nais se quoi that makes Chelsea Water truly exceptional. We recruited a panel of 10 testers (a mixture of WSET-certified wine experts and general rosé enthusiasts) to give 40 blush bottles their undivided attention. They rated each, looking for flavours across the full spectrum, from fresh and fruity to rich and full-bodied. Tonteria blends nightclub and bar in a highly interesting way. If you speak Spanish the name might give you a clue: it translates to English as ‘nonsense’. As bars go, you’ll find it in spades here.