The best wines from islands around the world

Casanova Costa d’Oru 2023, Corsica, France 11%

Refreshing, sunset-pink rosé made on Corsica from five different grapes including local varieties. Expect elegant notes of strawberries and redcurrants with a bright twist of orange peel. £8.50 in stores or £9 online, available from Co-op

Atlantis Tinta Negra 2023, Madeira, Portugal 11%

A rare rosé from Madeira (an island better known for its strong fortified wines), this is delicate and dry with a little rosewater sprinkled onto citrus and red apple. Chill it to sip with a tomato salad. £12.25, available from Fareham Wine Cellar

Taste the Difference Sicilia DOC Grillo 2023, Italy 13%

A brightly fruity white that’s packed with mango and clementine juiciness – perfect with fish (in particular barbecued salmon steaks) and pasta dishes. The grillo grapes are picked at night to retain their freshness in the heat. £8.75, available from Sainsbury’s

Vito Mameli Nero d’Avola 2022, Sicily, Italy 13%

Ripe raspberries and red plums are at the heart of this Sicilian red, which is medium-bodied and could be served lightly chilled in warm weather. A versatile bottle with red-meat barbies. £9.99 (£8.99 in a mixed six, down to £7.99 until 26 August), available from Majestic

Mohua Pinot Noir 2018, Central Otago, New Zealand 13.5%

The Central Otago region of New Zealand’s South Island makes serious pinot noir; this displays ripe black cherry and cassis with a soft, slightly savoury edge and a whiff of woodsmoke. A treat with steak. £25.50, available from Great Wine

M&S Bramble Hill Sparkling Brut 2022, Kent, England 12.5%

From the island we call home, this is a good-value English fizz made in tanks, prosecco-style. It’s brisk and lemony with some toasty, creamy depths. A smart pop ideal for summer celebrations. £15, available in store from Marks & Spencer

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