In Supermarket Wine Bargains, we look at the latest discounted top-notch wines and today it’s Sainsbury’s. Honestly, even without the discount, these reds and whites are exceptional value, but when they’re on offer they’re an absolute must-try. Let’s dive in!
*Updated: 20/10/2023*
Sainsbury’s Red Wine Discounts October 2023
Santodeno Negroamaro
Santodeno Negroamaro, the "bitter black" grape that's anything but bitter. Hailing from the sunny heel of Italy's 'boot,' this wine is fantastically rich and moreishly inky, with a full orchestra of dark fruits and a welcome touch of spice.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £9 (usually £11)
Feuerheerd Reserva Douro Red
Aged in barrels that once cradled the precious nectar of Vintage Port, this deep ruby limited-edition Portuguese blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz grapes showcases deep, earthy flavours of cassis blueberry and blackberry as well as refined spice, all wrapped in a velvety finish.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £10 (usually £11.50)
Carnivor Zinfandel
This ticks all the Zinfandel boxes and more. Full of the robust, well-structured Zinfandel the Lodi, California region is known for, this is the ultimate carnivore companion. Dark cherry and blackberry jam ride smoothly with full-body and glorious richness. Top notch value.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)
B. Ink by Grant Burge Red Blend
A black hole of ink-redible flavour, you can expect dark-chocolate coated raspberries, velvety tannins and intense fruit-froward jamminess. Cinnamon and vanilla provide surprising depth at this price too, in a wine that feels like a signature opulent Australian red.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 14.5%
Find here: £8 (usually £10)
Bosman Nero d’Avola
Easy-drinking personified, this South African red is bursting with plums, cranberries, and a clean spice. It’s modern, completely, and utterly food-friendly with tomatoey pasta or steak, and perfect for fans of fruit-froward, dark and delicious ripeness.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £10 (usually £11.50)
Sainsbury’s White Wine Discounts October 2023
Freixenet Pinot Grigio
From the idyllic vineyards of Garda, this sip of Italian sunshine brings delicate fruity character and plentiful hits of citrus. Its crisp elegance matches the bottle, and the soft florality rounds the profile off wonderfully. Fantastic value Pinot.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 11.5%
Find here: £8 (usually £10)
Rocca Murer Pinot Grigio Rosato
This is an ideal midweek drinker that punches above its price tag. The initial bold bouquet settles into peach sweetness and crisp red apple, with perfectly poised acidity and structure. Stunning colouring too.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £7 (usually £8.25)
Sainsbury's Riverblock Marlborough Sauvignon
Easy-drinking New Zealand Sauvignon here, with zesty, tropical vibes. It’s impressively fresh and cleanses the palate wonderfully, with just enough body to wash down hearty meals too. There is perhaps not the body and depth of others, but for complete refreshment and fresh fruit, it’s great for the money.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)
Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc
Lovely, light, and fresh, this Marlborough Sauvignon is alive with grapefruit citrus and plenty of acidic zing. We recommend serving it chilled and enjoying the clean refreshment, zest and smoothness of this wine, because the balance is stellar for under a tenner.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.75)
Sainsbury’s Rosé Discounts October 2023
Silver Moki Sauvignon Blush
Remarkable at this price, there is so much vibrance and fresh zest in this Sauvignon Blush. It offers the crispness of white wine and a citrusy punch, all while indulging your taste buds with peaches and strawberries. It’s so sophisticated that you’d never guess the price.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £7 (usually £8.25)
La Terrasse Rosé Pays d'Oc
It's like summer in a bottle, bursting with luscious red fruits and a crisp, zesty kick. This rosé is a masterpiece from the legendary Jean-Claude Mas, a winemaking wizard. Delicate, pale, and oh-so-crisp, it's perfect for those light dishes, grilled delights, or your favourite salads. With a dash of rich strawberry and a hint of rhubarb, it's like a refreshing, sweet cream finale to your day.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)
Madame F Rosé Wine
This delicate yet fruity Rosé lives up to the glamorous bottle. A unique blend of vibrant Grenache and red berry Shiraz, the smooth strawberry sweetness is a total crowd pleaser. It’s food-friendly too, pairing wonderfully with seafood paella because of the citrus acidity included. Also, it’s a collaborative effort with Queer Britain, a charity dedicated to creating the UK's first LGBTQ+ museum!
Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Find here: £8 (usually £9.50)
Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Île-de-Beauté Rosé
Delicate floral notes in the aroma lead to a palate bursting with ripe berries and soft peach, ending with a zing of pink peppercorn spice. This dry and crisp Rosé from the stunning Île-de-Beauté, France, offers the perfect balance of flavours. It’s even picked up a bit of a reputation for attracting red or white drinkers over to Rosé, because from the cork to the profile, it’s a classy affair.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)
Villa Maria Blush Sauvignon
This blush, with its delicate pink hue, is a real glass of happiness. Bursting with refreshing flavours of passionfruit and cranberry, it’s robust, fruity, and dry, with a food-friendly zing too.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)
*The below deals were available at the beginning of the month and have now finished.*
Sainsbury’s Red Wine Discounts EARLY October 2023
Santodeno Appassimento Sangiovese
Hand-picked grapes, slow-dried to perfection, go into this Emilia Romagna Sangiovese, resulting in a rich, jammy delight with a luxuriously long finish. There’s just enough acidity to cut through the super smooth blackberry and cherry too, making it ideal for heavy Italian dishes.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £9 (usually £11)
Barossa Ink Shiraz
An opulent, intense, and unsurprisingly inky Shiraz from the heart of Australia's premium Shiraz playground. Think dark brooding fruits, with elegant mocha and dark chocolate notes from the oak ageing. Let it breathe for an hour to soften the tannins and enjoy it with a sizzling steak – delicious.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 14.5%
Find here: £9 (usually £11)
Terre di Faiano Organic Nero di Troia
Terre di Faiano produce a number of great value belters, none better than this sumptuously elegant organic red from sunny Puglia. From the forest floor, dark fruits on the nose to the cherry, plum and baking spice palate, it’s an unbelievably smooth ride with plenty of fruit but no heaviness.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £8 (usually £9.50)
Journey's End Spekboom Syrah
Spekboom is also known as the elephant bush in South Africa, and that’s what the Gabb Family committed to planting back in 2021, because they have a special ability to absorb CO2. The Syrah wine of this range is serious bang for buck, plush with spiced dark fruits and silky tannins but whilst also going deeper with notes of black olives, blackberry, and smoky oaky touches.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 15%
Find here: £9 (usually £11)
Porta 6 Vinho Regional Lisboa
From vineyards in the mountains north of Lisbon cooled by the Atlantic ocean, this rustic, light-bodied Portuguese red carries fresh fruits. Think blackcurrant and strawberry to fill out the mid palate, with a touch of acidity softening the finish. Let it breathe for a good while, and it’s dreamy easy drinking.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £7 (usually £8)
Altano Rewilding Edition Douro
We love shouting out wines that give back and this one not only supports the conservation efforts of Rewilding Portugal, but would also be recommendation worthy without that. Altitude and attitude go into this wine, resulting in a superbly balanced, soft fruity-driven ruby red with an elegant richness throughout. Think plum and damson. Ideal with meat and pasta dishes too.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)
Sainsbury’s White Wine Discounts October 2023
Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc
This win is one hell of an adventure. Grown sandwiched between wild oceans, ancient valleys, and towering mountains, it is finally bottled at the Villa Maria winery... located in the crater of a volcano. Once it reaches the glass, it provides signature Marlborough Sauvignon, with exceptional crispness and refreshment, zero bitterness and lots of flavour but lots of lightness too.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.75)
The Ned Pinot Grigio
This might not be what you expect from a Pinot Grigio, but it’s a refreshing change. Different from most European Pinot, this Waihopai Valley, New Zealand wine arrives in salmon ink blush, with notes of quince, pear, nectarine and interesting minerality too. Relatively rich and full-bodied for this kind of wine so well worth trying.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 14.3%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)
Yealands Reserve Sauvignon Blanc
Staying in New Zealand and in the Awatere Valley, where bees and butterflies flourish amongst the coastal vines. This Sauvignon brings a tropical touch, utterly smooth with mouthwatering notes of passion fruit, kiwi, grapefruit, lime, and mango, as well as pleasant minerality and vivid acidity. Well rounded and exceptional for the money.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £9 (usually £11.50)
Plaimont Côtes De Gascogne Colombard Sauvignon Blanc
Straight from the sunny slopes of Côtes De Gascogne is a perfect mid-week Sauvignon Blanc. Perfect alongside pasta, chicken or cheese, there’s plenty of signature acidity to cut through and refresh, but all softened by the Colombard grape. Bright, punchy and stacks of citrus to refresh – just lovely.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 11.5%
Find here: £7.25 (usually £9)
Squealing Pig Sauvignon Blanc
This is a familiar Marlborough Sauvignon profile done really well. Fresh fruit, perfect crispness, and a zesty easy-drinking nature make it a delight. Tropical fruits like pineapple lurk amongst background apple notes and vibrant citrus, with a vein of mineral goodness for balance. Food-friendly and well-rounded, with generous depth for the money too.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 11.5%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.75)
Keep your eyes peeled if you do the weekly shop elsewhere, or if you’re too late for these October offers, because we’re going to be out hunting all the latest bargains wherever you shop...