A wine expert reveals the five wines they'll definitely be buying from Aldi this spring, including a £9 rosé that's a great swap for Whispering Angel

Spring is here, and in our book that calls for al fresco evenings with a gorgeous glass of wine. Unearthed Thracian Valley Pinot Noir Rosé, £8.99, Aldi Aldi's £9 wine is a great alternative for popular Provençal rosés Similar to: Provence rosés like Whispering Angel, £22.25, Sainsbury’s Caporn’s first pick is a pale rosé, Unearthed Thracian Valley Pinot Noir, from Bulgaria’s sun-drenched Thracian Valley, one of the world’s oldest winemaking regions. ‘It evokes the effortless elegance of a trendy French Provençal rosé,’ Caporn says, ‘and is basically summer in a glass.’ There’s notes of ripe strawberries, peach, melon and conference pair – much like you’d find in the considerably pricier Whispering Angel. The palate is beautifully balanced, with a lively acidity softened by a smooth, inviting texture.’ Unearthed Macedonian Kratosija, £6.99, Aldi At just £7, this kratosija is a fab alternative for pricier primitivos Similar to: Medium-bodied primitivos like Tempo al Vino Lianto, £22, Mouse & Grape Fans of bold red wines will be well acquainted with primitivos, made with black-skinned grapes from Puglia’s warm climes. Specially Selected Austrian Zweigelt Rosé, £8.99, Aldi An Austrian wine that's perfect for fans of a fruity rose Similar to: Navarra rosés like Tandem Casual Rosé, £15.50, Corking Wines Navarra rosés are perfect for spring: fruity, dry and bright.