ACCORDING to weather reports, the sunshine is finally on its way. So without further ado, we sample some of the latest summer tipples.

With the asparagus season in full swing, try matching its intense, grassy flavours with the refreshing citrusy notes of a New World sauvignon blanc such as Cono Sur Bicicleta Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Chile (£7.49, major supermarkets.)

Abbotts and Delaunay is a boutique winery that specialises in high quality wines from the south of France.

Abbotts & Delaunay, Cotes du Roussillon Réserve 2011 (£11.99, Averys.com) is a delectable shiraz that boasts a big fruity taste with elegance.