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This Shiraz is bursting with bold Aussie flavours...

Dark Horse Malbec, USA, was £8.50, now £7, Asda
Dark Horse Malbec, USA, was £8.50, now £7, Asda Dark Horse Malbec, USA, was £8.50, now £7, Asda
By Dawn Egan

Australian Premium Shiraz Barossa Valley, £6.99, Lidl

This Shiraz is bursting with bold Aussie flavours and is from Australia’s heartland for making quality wine – the Barossa Valley. Soft, fresh and juicy with the hallmark punch of Shiraz – and with a little touch of spice. A nice wine at the price...

Riverblock Marlborough Sauvignon, Taste the Difference, £9, Sainsbury’s

A bold style of Sauvignon Blanc displaying intensity of flavour with passion fruit, tropical characters and subtle herbal notes. Great on its own or with chicken, fish and seafood dishes. A wine with real character and quality...

WINE OF THE WEEK

Dark Horse Malbec, USA, was £8.50, now £7, Asda

This Californian Malbec is a dark red with a tendency to look violet. The bouquet is soft and supple, and stacked full of blackberry and plum fruit. It has a dry style that explodes with flavours of citrus and a hint of stone fruit, all heading towards a crisp, fruit-forward, velvety finish. One for winter nights...