Heard It On The Grapevine: Top Wines For 2022

Is there more of a delight when it comes to wine than discovering a bottle that ticks all your boxes? If you are on the lookout for a new favourite wine, you’ll be excited to know that there are many offerings that will no doubt pique your interest! Here, we take a look at our top wines for 2022.

This year, we have witnessed a shift in consumer trends, with wine drinkers – both casual and connoisseurs – making notable changes to their wine purchasing habits. These include:

● Rosé all year round – this summery drink is becoming popular throughout the year, even in winter. Much like hot cross buns have become a year-round bakery section staple, we now see the rosé section bursting with choice throughout the year.

● Low-sulphite – sulphites are a naturally occurring product of fermentation, but some consumers are now avoiding them due to food sensitivities. There is also speculation that sulphites cause hangovers, but this is a misconception.

● Portuguese wine – many Portuguese vineyard owners have been reluctant to give into trends and plant international grapes, which means that there are a great many indigenous grape varieties in this country, producing distinct and flavourful wines.

● Low-alcohol – with a rise in health awareness over the past two years, many consumers are opting for a low or no-alcohol lifestyle. Have you seen a sudden expansion in the alcohol-free section in your supermarket? This is why!

Thanks to these trends, a number of new brands have emerged in 2022. Meanwhile, established brands have also released new bottles to meet the shift in consumer interest. Let’s take a look at what’s disrupting the market.