Three to have al fresco

E Guigal, St Joseph, Vigne de L'Hospice 2000, €20, Redmond's, Ranelagh and good off-licences nationwide (90).

Al fresco dining is indoor food brought outside - more formal but more satisfying than a barbecue.

‘Eden smokie' - smoked haddock in a creme fraiche and tomato bake - is ideal al fresco fodder as its crusted grilled top retains heat until serving.

This piquant, elaborate syrah from a master of the northern Rhone is a ...