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ArgentinaMalbecImpressively rich, elegant and satin-smooth, a Malbec masterclass from very beautiful Patagonia£14.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£19.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR- Only 78 left
ItalyNebbioloFrom the 5-Star 2019 vintage, an unmissable one-off parcel of Italy's king of reds, Barolo£27.00 per bottle when you mix 6+£55.00 per bottleQty bottles:OR 
ItalySangioveseSuperb Tuscan red from little-known La Parrina, a small peninsula within the famous Maremma area£11.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£17.49 per bottleQty bottles:OR- Only 21 left
ChileCabernet SauvignonOur bestselling Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon, with generous ripe blackcurrant character. Great value£9.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£10.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR 
ChileMerlotFrom Chile's four-time 'Winery of the Year' comes this smooth, ripe and brightly plummy Merlot£9.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£10.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR
New ZealandPinot NoirDark cherry and spicy oak combine in this fine, silky Pinot Noir from an award-winning Kiwi cellar£18.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£22.00 per bottleQty bottles:OR
SpainTempranilloA smooth, mellow Rioja Reserva with all the elegance you’d expect from this family estate£17.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£19.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR
SpainTempranilloGloriously mellow Gran Reserva, long aged in oak and bottle, from the sunblessed slopes of Valencia£9.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£10.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR
SpainTempranilloNine Golds and 94 Suckling Points for the latest Altos Pigeage from Jean-Marc’s superb Rioja estate£23.40 per bottle when you mix 6+£26.00 per bottleQty bottles:OR
FranceMerlotGenerous, ripe and juicy – the epitome of sun-ripened Merlot from a favourite Rhône winemaker£11.49 per bottle when you mix 6+£12.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR- Only 4 left
SpainTempranilloAccolades galore for this serious Rioja Reserva from Jean-Marc Sauboua's bodega in the sky£17.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£19.99 per bottleQty bottles: 
MoldovaCabernet SauvignonSmooth Cabernet full of deep, ripe cassis – not from Bordeaux, but from an impressive Moldova estate£11.49 per bottle when you mix 6+£12.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR
FranceGrenacheSmooth, fruit-filled southern Rhône red – all Grenache, it's similar to Châteauneuf, but fresher£11.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£13.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR
FranceMerlotVelvety smooth, richly fruity and deliciously supple drinking. Modern-style, great-value Bordeaux£9.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£10.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR
SpainTempranilloFine Crianza Rioja with compelling silky red fruit complexity, from award-winning Martínez Bujanda£13.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£15.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR
FranceGrenache-based blendBig brother to bestseller Cabalié, more punch and power from concentrated old-vine fruit£14.49 per bottle when you mix 6+£15.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR
United StatesRed blendJoyful rich red at a great price, from a highly respected California winery, whose name is hush hush£13.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£15.49 per bottleQty bottles:OR
SpainTempranillo-based blendPlush, ripe and juicy Tempranillo-blend from the sun-kissed vines of Castilla La Mancha£11.49 per bottle when you mix 6+£12.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR
FranceMerlot-based blendImpressive 95-point Saint-Emilion Grand Cru from one of the appellation's oldest châteaux£32.00 per bottle when you mix 6+£37.00 per bottleQty bottles:OR
ChileCarménèreFrom the most awarded winery in Chile, a velvety, two-Golds Carmenère Reserva. Velvety opulent fruit£13.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£15.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR
The gift that keeps on giving, there's a reason these wines are bestsellers£20.00 £26.981 case (2 bottles) - £10.00 per bottleSave £6.98Qty cases:
ItalySangioveseOur best-selling Chianti from Tuscany's award-winning Paolo Masi. Always delicious and top value£11.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£13.99 per bottleQty bottles:OR
FranceGrenache-based blendDeliciously dark and lavish, 'big brother' edition of 5-star favourite Black Red, Rex Mundi£17.99 per bottle when you mix 6+£21.00 per bottleQty bottles:OR
Wine FAQS
How is red wine made?
Like white wine, all types of red wine are made by crushing harvested wine grapes. Then, winemakers add yeast and sugar to start the fermentation process—this is when the grape juice becomes alcoholic.
What gives red wine its vibrant colour depends on many factors, including the climate in which the grapes were grown, the natural colour of the grape skins, whether the wine has been aged in barrel or bottle and how long the grape skins were left to soak in the grape juice.
The grape skins are left to soak during fermentation, lasting anywhere from a few days to a few months. The longer the grape skins soak, the darker the wine.
What are the types and styles of red wine?
Red wines come in an array of styles, flavours, and textures, each offering a unique flavour. Some of the most popular red wines are:
Cabernet Franc – with its medium body, this wine is full of ripe, lively red fruit flavours.
Cabernet Sauvignon – a full-bodied red, known for its high tannins and robust black fruit flavours.
Malbec – full-bodied and firm, Malbec offers tart, dark fruit flavours.
Merlot – this medium-bodied, fruity red wine is known for its soft texture and smooth finish.
Grenache – a plush, medium-bodied wine that’s brimming with bright red fruit and citrus aromas.
Pinot Noir – a light-bodied wine celebrated for its bright acidity, silky red fruit and earthy undertones.
Syrah / Shiraz – jammy, rich and bold, this wine has complex layers of earthy notes and dark fruit flavours.
Zinfandel – this medium-bodied, easy-drinking wine is full of juicy fruit flavours.
What is dry red wine?
Red wine is described as 'dry' when almost no residual sugar is left after fermentation. All wines are left to ferment – this is how they get their alcohol. But the longer the grapes are left to ferment, the more of the grape’s natural sugars are converted into alcohol.
As a result, dry red wines lack the sweetness that you might find in other types of wine. They also contain a higher alcohol percentage – between 13.5–15% ABV – which creates a denser flavour and more pronounced texture. Some popular dry red wines include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Tempranillo.
What is sweet red wine?
Red wine is described as 'sweet' when high levels of residual sugar remain after the grape juice ferments. This is a deliberate strategy because the sugar gives it its characteristic sweet flavour. The shorter fermentation period also means that there is less time for the sugar to convert into alcohol. As such, sweet red wines tend to have lower levels of alcohol – usually less than 10% ABV.
How should I serve red wine?
Most red wines should be served slightly below room temperature. This helps to preserve the balance and complexity of flavours, and it highlights the wine’s unique characteristics. Lighter and more delicate red wines, such as Pinot Noir and Beaujolais, typically benefit from a slightly cooler temperature (around 12–15°C), to preserve their subtle flavours and aromas.
By contrast, fortified wines like Port and Madeira are often enjoyed at warmer temperatures, around 18–20°C, to enhance their richness and complexity.
You might also consider decanting your wine before serving. This process aerates the wine, releasing its aromas and softening its tannins. Decanting is especially helpful for robust and tannic wines such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux, which can benefit from two or three hours to breathe. Medium-bodied wines, such as Merlot and Chianti, require a shorter decanting time – one or two hours will do – while lighter and older wines might only need 30 minutes or so.
For glassware, opt for red wine glasses with larger bowls and wider rims, which allow more oxygen in and concentrate the wine’s flavours. Fortified wines, like Port and Sherry, have their own glasses, which are much smaller.
How should I store red wine?
Red wines are best stored in a cool, dry space with a consistent temperature. If it has a cork, keep it on its side. Also avoid placing the bottle anywhere where it will receive direct sunlight because it can turn the wine sour.
How long does red wine last after opening?
Once a bottle is opened, red wine keeps its flavour for about three to five days. This applies to both corked and screw-top wines, so there’s no need for this to influence your purchasing decisions. To maintain the quality of the wine, ensure the bottle is sealed tightly and stored in a cool place.
