CHAMPAGNE

SPECIAL

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every one

BEST FOR: ROMANTICS

Whether it's weeping over Ryan Gosling and

Rachel McAdams in The Notebook or naming

Wuthering Heights as their favourite book,

you'll know which of your nearest and

dearest has romance in their soul. While

we're not fans of clichés, there's simply no

denying that pink Champagne looks the part

when it comes to romance - as perfect

as a dozen red roses on Valentine's Day.

So opt for a beautiful rosé for that old

romantic to swoon over.

OUR PICK: Amour de Deutz Rosé 2006

This golden pink luxury cuvée seduces with

pretty aromas of wild berries and redcurrants

before oƒ ering fruity strawberries and

blackcurrants with creamy vanilla patisserie.

£155, Vagabond Wines

BEST FOR: HIPSTERS

If the birthday boy spent last weekend having

his beard groomed and picking up a vintage

jacket from Beyond Retro, before heading to

Take the strain out of gift buying with Square Meal's fun guide to choosing

the right Champagne for every personality WORDS JULIE SHEPPARD PHOTO STEPHEN LENTHALL

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icking a surprise gift is never an easy task. Most of us have at some point opted

for a celebratory bottle of bubbles when we're short on inspiration or don't have

time to roam around the shops - and nothing says celebration quite like a bottle

of Champagne. But don't just grab the ‡ rst one you ‡ nd.

Think carefully: who are you buying for? A sporty type who's happiest with a

tennis racket in his hand or an art-lover roaming around Tate Modern? Is your gal

pal always telling you about her latest ‡ nds from vintage fairs or more likely to be ‹ icking

through Vogue for trend tips from top designers?

Whoever you're shopping for, Champagne, with its range of diƒ erent styles, has

something to suit everyone. Take a look at our tips below to discover which bottles will

bring a smile to the faces of your friends and family…

a winner

Nothing says

celebration quite like a

bottle of Champagne