British Celebrities and Wine Pairing

Have you ever thought about what David Beckham's wine would be? Or what would Adele drink if you had a glass with her? 

At Vinissimus, we like to make the world of wine more accessible, fun and full of discoveries. That's why we have imagined a game of pairings between British celebrities and wines with personality. A frivolous exercise, yes, but also a delicious way of getting to know new bottles.

Prepare to meet your wine soul mate...

Why pair wines with celebrities

Every wine has its own character. So does every person. Some are complex and mysterious, others fresh and sparkling. And if there is one thing good wines and great personalities have in common, it is that they leave their mark.

In this article, we combine well-known profiles with labels that match their style, their history and their "vibe". And we help you discover new wines to give, share or enjoy.

The pairings: from royalty to pop

Sir David Attenborough

• Position: Wildlife narrator
• Personality: Wise, unhurried and full of history.
• Equivalent wine: Coto de Imaz Reserva - a classic, refined Rioja with timeless elegance.

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Emma Watson

• Position: Activist and actress
• Personality: Natural, committed, elegant.
• Equivalent wine: Menade Verdejo 2024 - Spanish organic white wine, fresh, expressive and committed to sustainability, just like her.

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Idris Elba

• Position: Actor and producer
• Personality: International, powerful and charismatic.
• Equivalent wine: Grattamacco Bolgheri Superiore - intensity, sophistication and Tuscan character with elegance.

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Kate Middleton

• Position: Princess of Wales
• Personality: Classical, refined, always correct.
• Equivalent wine: Billecart-Salmon Brut Réserve - Champagne of understated elegance and timeless sophistication.

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Olivia Colman

• Position: Actress
• Personality: Brilliant, emotional and versatile.
• Equivalent wine: Villanueva Albariño 2024 - expressive, fresh and with Atlantic elegance, like its interpretations.

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David Beckham

• Position: Former footballer and businessman
• Personality: Solid, classic, timeless.
• Equivalent wine: Lorenzo Melani Brunello di Montalcino - elegant, with presence and tradition, like his personal style.

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Dua Lipa

• Position: Singer-songwriter
• Personality: Bright, cheerful, cosmopolitan.
• Equivalent wine: Studio By Miraval Rosé - elegant, fresh and full of Mediterranean flair, just like her songs.

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Benedict Cumberbatch

• Position: Actor
• Personality: Mysterious, complex, elegant.
• Equivalent wine: Louis Latour Les Pierres Dorées 2021 - a refined and deep Pinot Noir, perfect for layered papers.

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Adele

• Position: Singer and songwriter
• Personality: Deep, emotional, intense.
• Wine equivalent: Sartori Amarone Classico Reius 2019 - with body, soul and long finish, like an unforgettable ballad.

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Harry Styles

• Position: Singer and actor
• Personality: Free, original, indie.
• Equivalent wine: Bhilar Plots White 2022 - white with natural soul and creative spirit, perfect for breaking the mould.

And you, which wine do you identify with?

Every wine reflects an attitude. If you were a bottle, would you be a structured red or a fragrant white? We suggest you play to discover your "oenological double" among our selections.

The world of wine is full of stories to discover, flavours to explore and unexpected connections. Like artists, each bottle is a unique expression of identity, culture and character.

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