COSY season has arrived – the perfect time to curl up on the sofa with a glass of wine.
But do you know how to get the best bang for you buck for a bottle of red?
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Follow these tips for a real corker . . . .
REGIONAL SAVINGS: Look for wines from regions less well-known than the famous wine-producing areas.
These wines often offer excellent quality at a more affordable price. Examples include bottles from Portugal, South Africa or Argentina.
Morrisons has a brilliant selection of South African reds from as little as £6.50.
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GRAPE IDEA: Rachel Osborne, from Most Wanted Wines, says: “Finding a brand that offers wines from different countries and regions is a great place to start, as you have the option to shop a wide range of styles and grape varieties.
“If you’re feeling more adventurous, then take a look at the ‘discovery’ ranges in some supermarkets where the aim is to introduce wine drinkers to lesser-known regions or grape varietals.
“They tend to be affordably priced and give you the opportunity to try some interesting new styles — and to impress your friends with your wine knowledge.”
GO FOR OWN: Do not overlook super-market own-brand wine.
M&S won a gold medal for its £12.50 Susana Balbo Malbec 2022 at the International Wine Challenge awards this year.
BARGAIN OFFERS: Many stores are offering huge discounts at this time of year in the build-up to the festive season.
This week only, get the Pierre Jaurant French Fitou red wine for £4.99 instead of £7.99 at Aldi. That’s nearly 40 per cent off.
ON THE CASE: If you are looking to stock up for Christmas, Majestic Wines offers a mix ’n’ match savings deal when you buy six bottles from a selection.
For example, the La Rioja Alta Vina Ardanza Rioja Reserva 2015/16 is £31.99 a bottle but would be £24.99 a bottle as part of the deal.
- All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
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