While sunshine may be in short supply at the moment, the British barbecuer is not put off by mere weather - especially when a good glass of wine can warm the chilliest patio.
Drinking outdoors is "not an occasion to linger over a glass, analysing its every facet, rather one for enjoying a simple wine with bright, fruity flavours", says Fiona Beckett in The Guardian.
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