Puglia in the heel of Italy is more famous for its red fruity wine which is low in tannins, soft and easy drinking. This is the rose equivalent.

The first impression is that this is very Provence in style, a little more colour but just a shade darker. You don’t get a lot of aroma, subtle hints of strawberry and redcurrant with a little blossom. The flavours are again subtle with the red fruits and a fresh finish, youthful and light.

At about £10 a bottle it competes with Provence’s rose’s and holds its own. For the summer it’s perfect evening garden wine watching the sunset.

Masseria Pietrosa Primitivo Rosato, Puglia in Italy