Supermarket Wine Bargains: Morrisons February/March 2024

We’re back with must try deals in Supermarket Wine Bargains, and Morrisons have delivered some truly delicious discounts on wine for the month ahead. We’ve got four reds and whites a piece, and two crisp Rosés ahead of us, and all for under a tenner. And remember, if you usually shop elsewhere, then we’ve probably got an up-to-date discount list for there too so take a look on the site. Right, let’s dive into the good stuff. Oh, and you’ve got till the 10th March to get stuck into these gems so be quick!

*UPDATED: 20/02/2024*

Morrisons Red Wine Discounts February/March 2024

The Wanderer Malbec

As beautiful as its Day of the Dead design, this San Juan Malbec is a real smooth operator. The grapes that go into this wine are from vineyards once abandoned but now thriving. Picked late, they deliver so many luscious ripe notes with intoxicating intensity to them. Think silky black fruits and woody spice. More generous than expected.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £10 (usually £13)

Barossa Ink Shiraz

This is a fantastic supermarket pickup. It makes great use of grapes from across the whole Barossa area to get the most intense and sophisticated flavours. Oak ageing delivers mocha notes and brooding, rich blackberries and plums. One thing we’ve noticed with this is that giving it an hour to breathe really lets it sing that extra note. Serve with steak or hearty meats and enjoy.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £10 (usually £11)

Roodeberg Black

Morrisons had this South African red on offer a while ago, and we’re glad to see it back under a tenna… even though it’s worth more. It’s a red blend starring mostly Pinotage, a grape that’s undergone a great revival in South Africa. Packed with dark fruits, there’s also a slight char to the oak that works a treat. Rich with good structure, this is an easy-drinking gem perfect for meat dishes.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £9 (usually £12.50)

Lindemans Gentlemans Collection Cabernet Sauvignon

Henry J Lindeman moved from England to the Hunter Valley in Australia in 1843, when he opened his own winery to bring refined wines to the colony. Purple hues amongst a bright red colour and violet aromas welcome you in, before a black fruit flood. Chocolate and oak round things off nicely, and overall, this has the feel of a much more expensive Napa wine.  

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £8.50 (usually £10)

Morrisons Rosé Wine Discounts February/March 2024

Freixenet Italian Rosé

We’ve all had our eyes caught by this signature bottle, but if you haven’t tried it then know that the contents actually represent cracking value. An Italian Corvina and Garganega blend, it’s soft and seductive on the nose before unveiling refreshing cranberry, strawberry and grapefruit notes. Super fresh, super fruity and balanced to a tee.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11.5%
Find here: £8 (usually £10)

Crocodile Diamante Rose

Pale, fresh and crisp, this yummy number brings the signature Southern Rhone Valley style. Rather than intense in your face flavours, its red fruit notes are delicate and clean. Don’t go thinking it’s boring though, far from it, with fresh floral tones adding depth and great acidic zip making it fabulously food-friendly. Nice bottle too!

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Find here: £8 (usually £12)

Morrisons White Wine Discounts February/March 2024

Greasy Fingers Chardonnay Big and Buttery

A relatively new kid on the block, everything you need to know about this is on the label. Well, that’s not true actually because often the description doesn’t manifest, but here it most definitely does. It begins with a temptation of oaky vanilla and a green rush of pear and apple. Then, the bold, distinctly buttery flavour hits, transporting this Aussie Chard to something closer to Cali styles. Creamy, indulgent and made to pair with delicious, greasy food.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £8 (usually £10)

Squealing Pig Sauvignon Blanc

If you’re after superb Sauvignon in the classic Marlborough style, then this bottle is perfect – simplicity and excellence. A crisp, zesty nose begins, unfolding to reveal fresh tropical fruits like pineapple, subtler green apple, vivid citrus, and a weighty mineral touch. Reliably dreamy with many food dishes, expertly rounded and with decent depth to dive into.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £8.50 (usually £11)

Stoneleigh Sauvignon Blanc White Wine

This is another Sauvignon Blanc unashamedly fully embracing the signature Marlborough profile. Sunstones absorb sunshine during the day, so that during the colder nights, the vines get to stay warmer – neat. The nose? Gooseberry with some florality? The palate? Acidic tropical fruit with herbaceous depth. The finish? Steely minerality. Subtle, surprisingly complex, and delicious.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £9 (usually £10)

Kendermanns Riesling Spätlese

Under £6 for this? Yes please. Spätlese means this Riesling is a late harvest resulting in increased residual sweetness. However, as is Riesling’s genius, it retains crisp acidity making it the ultimate food-friendly champ. The freshness in this bottle is to be admired, particularly when served chilled. It’s a fruity gem that does its job so well, and is one of the best value bottles in any supermarket.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 9%
Find here: £5.75 (usually £7.50)

*UPDATED: 01/02/2024*

Morrisons Red Wine Discounts February 2024

Greasy Fingers Luscious Red

Luscious Red is exactly that and has become a regular on supermarket shelves. It’s a lovely blend of Aussie Shiraz (rich fruits) and Grenache (fantastic sweetness) delivered super smoothly. A real crowd pleaser.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £8 (usually £10)

Diablo Black Cabernet Sauvignon

From the Maule Valley in Chile comes this incredible Cab Sav. A combo of French and American oak maturation has carved out intense and inky depths. Think darker woods, vanilla, rich fruits, and a hint of tobacco. It’s so smooth too. A deal with the Devil has never tasted this good.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £8.50 (usually £11)

Wise Wolf Cabernet Sauvignon

This is probably the best Languedoc-Roussillon red in UK supermarkets. The bottle stands out from the off because not only is it more akin to a premium olive oil, its also 95% recycled. Inside, it’s big and ripe with great viscosity, blackberries, blackcurrant and plum. The oak comes through pleasantly too.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £9 (usually £12)

Morrisons The Best Primitivo

Easy-drinking Primitivo here that will put smiles on faces if you’re into sweeter reds. Dried fruits and ripe dark fruits fill out a lush palate that feels pure and soft. There’s a gorgeous tang that balances everything out too.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £7.50 (usually £8.75)

Morrisons Rosé Wine Discounts February 2024

Castillo D'ibiza Rose

We love a standout bottle, and this curvaceous Rosé is very easy on the eye, with its inviting, salmon pink hue. It’s a Spanish creation from Pernod Ricard, using Garnacha and Tempranillo grapes to deliver a tarter, more refreshing Rosé than you might be used to. Citrus sing and minerality co-star and perhaps even steal the scenes from the strawberry, making it a wonderful food-friendly companion.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £10 (usually £12.50)

Mirabeau Forever Summer Rose

Maison Mirabeau are one of our favourite names in Rosé with fantastic output from their sun-kissed vineyards. The summery nose is enough to transport you to, well, summer, with seductive nectarine and rose. The first sip reveals a crisp and dry red berry symphony with refreshing acidity and for under £10, it’s hard to beat.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £9 (usually £11)

Morrisons White Wine Discounts February 2024

Workshop Mastercraft Sauvignon Blanc

This Marlborough Sauvignon punches well and truly above its price point with £3 off, and it’s so easy to love that you won’t be disappointed. You can expect a rounded profile with quite intense gooseberries and peach, more tropical passion fruit and some delightful herbaceous grassy hints too. Zest, sweetness, peppery spice – good stuff.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £8.50 (usually £11.50)

Freixenet Pinot Grigio

You’ll probably recognise the glamorous Freixenet bottle by now, but if you’ve never tried it then know that it’s substance as well as style. From the idyllic Garda vineyards comes this drop of Italian suns hine, harmonising crisp, bright citrus as well as subtle florality and light orchard fruits.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £9 (usually £11)

Kendermanns Riesling Spätlese

This Spatlese Riesling delivers that residual late harvest sweetness, and of course the crisp acidity. It feels exceptionally fresh, which is part of the reason we picked it to pair with Chinese food earlier in the week. It’s so food friendly and surprisingly elegant. Serve chilled and it’s a winner.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 9%
Find here: £5.75 (usually £7.50)

19 Crimes Chardonnay

The appearance of The Uprising and The Banished on previous Supermarket Wine Bargains is a testament to the quality of 19 Crimes, and that’s no different with Chard. Stone fruits, melon and creamy oak come through opulently and with delicious richness. It’s not your classic Chardonnay and has a really full body and buttery feel. A must try at this price.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £8 (usually £9)

We are always updating our Supermarket Wine Bargains on the website for most of the UK supermarkets, so keep your eyes peeled for more up to date, bang on the money recommendations.

Supermarket Wine Bargains: Waitrose February 2024

How about some Supermarket Wine Bargains again? This time, it’s Waitrose, who have some belting offers for February. We’ve identified four cracking reds and whites, and a couple of delicious Rosé suggestions too. Every bottle but one comes in at under a tenner, but they are worth a lot more if you ask us! Let’s go deal diving.

Waitrose Red Wines February 2024

Montidori Sangiovese

We’ve loved the value from this bottle for a while now. A portion of the grapes are dried bringing incredible, bold richness, which combined with soft spice intensity and a subtle dryness make for dark berry bliss.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £8.99 (usually £10.00)

Little Giant Barossa Shiraz

This wine should easily cost more than it does, even at full price (but don’t tell Waitrose). It’s seductively smooth and brimming with delicious dark fruits and layers of warm spice. It just feels so, well, giant. Fantastically jammy Ozzy Shiraz .

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14.5%
Find here: £9.99 (usually £12.99)

Paul Mas Réserve Languedoc Rouge

From the renowned Jean-Claude Mas vineyards in Languedoc is this dry, easy-drinking red. It throws up blackberry jam, oaky vanilla, dark chocolate and a pleasant minerality for depth, and serves as an ideal candidate for those midweek Italian dishes.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £7.49 (usually £9.99)

Zalze Shiraz - Mourvèdre Viognier

With £3 off this South African gem, it’s the perfect time to give it a go. The rich spice of forest fruits and blackberries comes to the fore, but then the French oak is integrated smoothly in support of the fruits. The Viognier rounds off the finish nicely too. Really well-rounded and balanced red.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £6.66 (usually £9.99)

Waitrose Rosé Wines February 2024

Esprit de Buganay Côtes de Provence Rosé

Hailing from slap bang in the middle of the Côtes de Provence is this traditional expression. Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah with a dash of structure from Cab Sav come together for a fresh fruity nose. Beyond that, dreamy smoothness with subtle strawberry, peach, and raspberry. Light, dry and fruity and a joy to pair with. A must try for under £10.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £9.99 (usually £14.99)

Barefoot Pink Moscato

If you’re after a crowd pleasing Rosé for a top-notch price then look no further. A red berry parade invites the nose, continuing on the palate with a fruity sweetness that hits the spot. The touch of sherbet creaminess is a delight too. As the pink stuff goes, it is towards the sweeter end but if you like that, then you’ll love this.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 9%

Find here: £6.49 (usually £7.49)

Waitrose White Wines February 2024

Zenato Villa Flora Lugana Veneto

This Lake Garda beauty brings serious acidity from the Turbiana grapes, coming through with zippy citrus and subtle stone fruits. But there’s more to this white, because not only is it fresh and smooth, but it’s also got some curious earthy undertones and floral hints. No wonder the reputation of this wine is flourishing.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £10.99 (usually £12.99)

Ara Single Estate Sauvignon Blanc

Great New Zealand Sauvignon here with more going on than usual. You can expect a slightly dryer profile than usual, with more aromatic floral notes. Think juicy fruits with grapefruit, peach, and lychee. But there are also delicious, perfumed notes, touches of green grass and crunchy acidity. Wonderful.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £7.99 (usually £10.99)

Paolo Leo Fiano del Salento IGP

What a lovely southern Italian grape Fiano is, with rich historic roots. Nowadays, it delivers exquisite fruity freshness. Here that’s a huge kick of citrus and grapefruit, supported by loftier orchard fruits. Balanced, rich and complex with a welcome mineral touch to the finish.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11.5%
Find here: £7.99 (usually £10.99)

Puklavec & Friends Sauvignon Blanc Pinot Grigio

Over to Slovenia now for an interesting dry white. It’s a family-owned winery, with the Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio grapes handpicked. Fruity and lively, the citrus is stealing the show. Subtler tropical notes like mango and papaya linger too. An intriguing try from a less common wine nation.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £7.79 (usually £9.79)

If you shop elsewhere then not too worry, check our website for our other up to date Supermarket Bargains!

Top Sparkling Rosé Under £15

With its delicate effervescence and elegant fruits, Sparkling Rosé is a divine creation, but it can be difficult to find a top-notch bottle. Luckily, we’re here to help. Aren’t we nice?

There’s no need to break the bank with bubbly Rosé, because these amazing Rosés all come in at under £13. We’ve got sweeter strawberry and cream concoctions, refreshing citric creations and everything in-between, so let’s dive into pink paradise.

Martini Prosecco Rosé Extra Dry

This ticks all the boxes for a sweeter sparkling wine with plenty of crisp soft bubbles. Expect succulent strawberry in a starring role, supported by peach and raspberry. Refreshing and fresh, it’s a tip-top dry Rosé for the money.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11.5%
Find here: £6

Canti Rose Extra Dry

Another Glera (Prosecco) and Pinot Noir blend, this expression brings the orchards hints of the former, and the subtle red ripe fruits of the latter. It delivers sweet, juicy, crowd-pleasing fizz that everyone will love. There’s a slight hint of cream lingering at the end too. Nom.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 10.5%
Find here: £7

Gratien & Meyer Crémant De Loire Brut Rosé

Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Cabernet France all come together for this elegant bottle. The bubbles are light and fluffy, the feeling is crisp and dry, and the biscuity hints intertwine wonderfully with aromatic strawberry. A good kick of acid makes it tremendous with food too.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Find here: £12.50

ASDA Extra Special Prosecco Rosé Brut

If you’re drawn to Rosé with a little tang, then you’ll love this. It’s lovely and light, not overly dry and brimming with sweet strawberry. It feels clean and summery, and really nicely balanced between the sweet berries and pink grapefruit tang. Solid.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £8 (Buy 3 Save 25%)

Freixenet Italian Sparkling Rosé

What’s not to like with this? Inside the signature glamorous bottle is a delicate blend of Glera and Pinot Noir, delivering fine effervescence. Flowery, crisp apples, luscious red berries – it’s got lovely depth of flavour with a food-friendly lightness.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £9 (usually £12)

La Gioiosa Rosea Brut

This is a very nice Italian sparkler indeed. Lovely and light, its red fruits, citrus and orchard fruits are refreshing and delicately poised rather than ripe and sweet. The soft and bubbly mouthfeel is really moreish and overall, it’s a very precise and harmonious expression.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £10

Mirabeau La Folie Sparkling Rosé

The stars have aligned with this one it seems, because it’s currently on offer at loads of supermarkets. We love Mirabeau, and this is a benchmark Provençal pink – crisp, refreshing, and dry. Mango, passion fruit and lime support a gorgeous strawberry note, and it’s one of those smooth and elegant bottles that will win over the Rosé doubters.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11.5%
Find here: £11 (usually more!)

Bartenura Sparkling Moscato Rosé

The sweet nose may draw you to check the alcohol in this Italian fizz, and at 7%, it is indeed sweet – but not at all in a cloying way. Cherry, elderflower, honeysuckle, lemon zest and sweet cream combine for divine expression. There is enough acidity slicing through to remain fresh though, which is what makes this Rosé so appealing.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 7%
Find here: £12.95 (with Nectar)

If you’re after some other drinks for Valentine’s Day, then we’ve got 8 great cocktails that scream ‘I Love You’ here, and yes, it’s fine to treat yourself to one!

The Best Wine to Pair with Crisps

A packet of crisps and a glass of wine – these are two of the tastiest things we consume, but except the occasional overlap at a party, we don’t really think of them as a duo. But why not?

Well, wine is usually more associated with fine dining, but good flavour combos are good flavour combos, so there’s nothing to be snobby about with this dreamy pairing. We think of it as a more accessible and versatile alternative to cheese and wine pairings.

On the flipside, if you’re thinking that crisps and wine has the potential to go wrong, then yep, it does. There are some strong flavours and textures involved, but luxury hamper producers Baxters of Scotland and artisan sommelier Rory Anderson have been exploring the very best options.

White Wine

Riesling + Salt & Vinegar Crisps

The ever reliable and food-friendly Riesling is chosen to stand up to the pungent vinegar flavour here, with the razor acidity and fresh citrus softening it. The salty flavours help to emphasise the fruits in the wine, and the fat softens the acidity slightly, resulting in a well-balanced flavour experience.

Chardonnay + Sour Cream & Onion Crisps

Sour Cream & Onion are salty (like any crisp let’s be honest), so the sharp acidity of Chardonnay works nicely as a contrast, as do any tropical notes. The Sour Cream also helps to really emphasise the creamy, buttery notes you find in this style of wine, and the zing brought from both side works wonders.

Red Wine

Malbec + Smoky BBQ Crisps

For Smoky BBQ, you need something to handle the umami saltiness, and Malbec with its plentiful darker fruits, chocolatey spice and even, if you can find one, smoky notes, brings out the spice in the crisp seasoning and complements it greatly. As long as high tannins are avoided (salt amplifies tannins) and there’s decent acidity, this is a wonderfully indulgent combo.

Pinot Noir + Sweet Potato Crisps

A light and fruity Pinot with bright fruits stands up nicely to these moreish crisps. It appeases the sweetness of the potato but not enough to overpower them, and brings enough diverse earthy, fruity notes to add depth to the sweetness. Also, it’s usually lower tannins than most reds so you won’t run the risk of bitter tastes coming through.

Rosé

Provence Rosé + Prawn Cocktail Crisps

Prawn Cocktails’ notorious pong is love or hate for many, and there’s a lot going on to match up with. A light, dry and crisp Provence Rosé will work with the diverse sweetness, tang, and creamy flavours of the crisps. The understated sweetness will really come through with those berries and that florality.

Grenache Rosé + Thai Sweet Chilli Sensations Crisps

A more fruit-forward Grenache Rosé can contrast pleasantly with the warm spice of Thai Sweet Chilli. The extra sweetness of this style of Rosé also helps to balance the heat and should even out harmoniously. Ideally, a good acidic kick to bring some refreshment will cleanse the palate between crunches too.

Sparkling Wine

Champagne + Ready-Salted Crisps

A plain, super salty original crisp is pure carbs, fat and surprise surprise, salt. It’s a hell of a job to carve through all of that, so high acidity is required, and also something lovely and refreshing. There’s a simplicity to this combination that is so moreish, as the bubbles and elegance reset the palate before another crunch of crisp.

Wine is obviously incredible on its own, but if you’re yet to truly experience it alongside the right food companion, then you’re missing out big time. We’ve got loads of guides up now, like our Classic Cheese and Wine Matches for example!

What Should I Drink With Chinese Food?

It’s difficult to generalise when it comes to pairing drinks with Chinese food. There are ‘eight great’ culinary traditions across the country, and on top of that some like Cantonese have been heavily anglicised for British tastes.

Having said that, the same pairing rules apply, which is lighter liquids for lighter dishes, bigger and more robust drinks for equivalent dishes. There is plenty of sweetness, sourness, and spice at play so pairing drinks with Chinese food does have the potential to go badly wrong. However, we’re here to help! Chinese New Year is February 10th, so if you’re celebrating or just fancy a Chinese feast, then we’ve got some recommendations below.

White Wine

Riesling

There’s a reason Riesling is a stalwart of these guides. If we’re have to pick one drink to pair with Chinese food, then it’s Riesling. More specifically, Spätlese Riesling, which just means late harvest grapes, so you get extra sweetness driving through, as well as that hefty kick of acidity. There’s a richness there usually, but the sweetness isn’t cloying at all – think more fruity, less cloying. That fruity sweetness makes is one of the few white wines that works well with Peking duck, slicing through the fatty meat but complimenting plum sauce. Any sweet and sour dishes and noodle-based dishes with a little grease – Riesling work great. Sesame chicken too. And seafood. Riesling is just so adaptable.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 9%
Find here: £5.75 (usually more!)

Red Wine

Syrah/Shiraz

Syrah or Shiraz (they’re the same grape remember) can be great with some Chinese dishes. Find an Australian Shiraz (Clare Valley for example) with fine tannins, sweetness, and peppery, smoky, richness and you’re onto a winner. Jammy, red fruits alongside the above traits will work so well with Peking duck and spicier dishes like beef in black bean sauce. It might be wise to avoid very light dumplings and other starters with Shiraz though, because it may overpower.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14.5%
Find here: £13.99

Grenache

Big, super fruity reds like Mourvèdre or Grenache come into play for hotter dishes, without the tannins to overdo the spice. Glazed ribs, black bean sauces, Szechuan beef – ripe reds can deal with it. Like the Shiraz, we would avoid these with lighter starters though. You could go down the Grenache Rosé route too for a well-rounded option – with a little acidity and fruity sweetness to play with.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £8.49

Sparkling Wine

Champagne

A crisp sparkler is always going to an option because of their world-beating palate-cleansing nature. Of course, Champagne is on the premium end of things, and Cava/Crémant, English Fizz and even Prosecco would work too, but as an all-rounder, this is a dreamy combo. A chilled glass eases the burn of spicier dishes and the fizz cleanses the grease. We want a Brut Champagne with some richness to cope with sweet and sour flavours too, and something like this can be the companion for spring rolls, dumplings, dim sum, shellfish, and spicier dishes.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Find here: £47.50

BEER

Wheat and White Beer

Light witbiers (wheat) and Bavarian weissbiers (white) work nicely with Chinese food, so long as it isn’t super intense. Lighter prawn starters, dumplings, spring rolls and some sweet and sour flavours – then beer is great. Witbier is typically filtered less and delivers a counterbalancing citrus with refreshing softness.

Size: 330ml
ABV: 4.9%
Find here: £6 (4 x 300ml)

We’ve got a number of food and drinks pairing guides up now, so search for what you need, and chances are we have it! How about Sushi? Or Thai?

The Best from Down Under: 8 Australian Wines and Spirits You Have to Try

We’ve turned Down under upside down to find their greatest wines and spirits, perfect for Australia Day but also any other day, let’s be honest!

Aussie grape vines are some of the oldest in the world, and with such diverse terroir, it’s no wonder that Aussies only import 20% of their wine – they know they’ve got some of the best already on their doorstep.

Whilst wines might be their best-known output, they’re also flourishing with spirits, producing some delicious, distinct, and characterful bottles that we love. These are 8 you have to try.

Spirits

Brookie's Byron Dry Gin

The work of the Brook Family at their Cape Byron Distillery, this gin is a celebration of the unique terroir of the Northern Rivers. 17 of the 25 botanicals are native to this area around Byron Bay, including raspberries, cinnamon, aniseed, finger limes, river mint and macademia. Juniper ultimately leads the way, but backed up by raspberry, liquorice, macademia, zesty citrus and lively cinnamon… there is so much to love. It makes incredible Gin Martinis.

Size: 700ml
ABV: 46%
Find here: £38.74

Starward Fortis Whisky

Big but elegant, this bold single malt shows what Australia whisky can do. It’s matured completely in American oak that previously held red wine, so you get plenty of jammy berries, dried fruits and oaky vanilla. The sips are super smooth too, coating the mouth with warming cinnamon and clove spice. With richness and depth of flavour, this is incredibly well rounded and well worth picking up.

Size: 700ml
ABV: 50%
Find here: £58.95 (usually more!)

Regal Rogue Wild Rosé Vermouth

We love Regal Rogue because they really go for it with the wines in their Vermouth selection. With Wild Rosé, they deliver a big and bright fruit-forward expression making the most of native Illawara plums, rosella, and strawberries with Barossa Cabernet Rosé for a stunning red fruit symphony. Refreshing, complex, subtle and satisfying.

Size: 500ml
ABV: 16.5%
Find here: £18.30

Bundaberg Rum

Some people refuse to accept this Queensland gem is a rum because it doesn’t quite reach the 37.5% minimum ABV, but when you taste it you won’t care one bit. The slightly lower percentage gives way to demerara sweetness with heaps of spicy molasses. Bundaberg is known for its distinctive character, carrying heaps of sugary spice right through to the mellow finish. It's smooth and soft but we’d recommend it with a mixer like ginger beer to get the most out of it.

Size: 700ml
ABV: 37%
Find here: £32.04 (usually more!)

Manly Spirits Co. Marine Botanical Vodka

This Sydney distillery focuses on maximum flavour extraction using Australian wheat. In fact, the process is just like a gin but without the juniper. Sustainable native marine botanicals like sea parsley and kelp produce a maritime, savoury profile with the perfect touch of salt. If you’re into Dirty Martinis, then an umami gem like this is a must try.

Size: 700ml
ABV: 41.6%
Find here: £34.79

Wine

Greasy Fingers Chardonnay

Quite a newcomer from Pernod Ricard, this decadent drop fulfils its label promise of ‘big and buttery’. Oaky vanilla hits from the first sip, and the palate fills out with orchard fruits, but it’s the buttery, creamy deliciousness that steals the show, and makes this a tremendous companion for, as they say, greasy foods.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £10

Mino & Co A Growers Touch Durif 2022

There’s such a beautiful colour to this Aussie red – an inviting crimson red. Mulberry and blueberry dominate a seductive nose, followed by signature Durif palate flavours of dark fruits, hints of vanilla and coconut, and powerful mulberry again. A little oaky spice on the finish too. This is a wine that booms.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £10.98

Bird in Hand Sparkling

Sarah Burvill, one of the world’s leading winemakers, is at the helm of Bird in Hand in the Adelaide Hills, and her fizz is top notch. It’s her flagship style, all starting from some of the world’s oldest, richest soils. Behind that beautiful blush is a tantalising and elegant warm climate dryness, with strawberries from the Pinot Noir and pretty, fruity depths.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £15.99

Of course, this is just a drop in the ocean (albeit a delicious drop) when it comes to Australian wine. Check out more of the best Down Under wines here!

Supermarket Wine Bargains: Sainsbury’s January 2024

We’re back with the latest Supermarket Wine Bargains, hunting down the latest and greatest discounts on must try wines lining supermarket shelves. These beautiful reds, whites and rosés are all currently on offer at Sainsbury’s, and at under £10, they’re better than so many wines twice the price! There are some amazing bottles this month, so dive in below and see which take your fancy.

*UPDATED - JANUARY 18TH 2024*

Sainsbury’s Red Wine Discounts January 2024

La Masseria Del Borgo Primitivo Manduria

This Puglia red is stocked full of dark berries – think blackcurrants and black cherries, richly delivered right through to a very long finish. It really is rich, not a million miles away from some Tawny Ports, but it’s so satisfying and delicious.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £11 (usually £12.50)

Santodeno Sangiovese Appassimento

The Sangiovese grapes used here are hand-picked and slow-dried, creating a fabulous easy-drinking, jammy richness. Blackberry, vanilla and cherry intertwine, but there’s enough acidity slicing through too, making it a wonderful companion for heavier Italian dishes.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £9 (usually £11)

Piccini Memoro

You may already know this Italian red because it has established itself as a bargain amongst the UK supermarkets… and even more so at this price. It balances full-bodied plum, black cherry and vanilla with warm oak and subtle tobacco but retains a lightness too somehow. A cosy, loveable winter wine if ever there was one.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £7.25 (usually £8.75)

Apothic Cabernet Sauvignon Red Wine

Cabernet and Zinfandel combine in this American red, plush with up-front dark fruits, and good oaky structure. The texture is probably what stands out most in this wine because the smoothness is absolutely to die for. So moreish.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)

Sainsbury’s White Wine Discounts January 2024

Yealands Reserve Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough

We love shouting about this Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc because it completely deserves it. The pretty label pops on the shelf, and the liquid inside pops even more. It’s bright and bold, with tropical passionfruit, mango and kiwi at the fore, bitter grapefruit tang, and a lovely minerality. Just incredible for under a tenna.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £9 (usually £11.50)

Rocca Murer Pinot Grigio Trentino

This straw-coloured Trentino beauty brings a mineral lightness to its fruit of peach and apples, and a crispness throughout every sip. Accompanied by the undertones of citrus and grassy tones, we recommend it with food such as shellfish, mushrooms or mellow vegetarian dishes.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £7 (usually £8.25)

Diablo Golden Chardonnay Chile

This a distinctive and seductive Chilean Chardonnay that’s well worth picking up. You can expect tasteful balance, with buttery creamy notes, tropical passion fruit and pineapple, as well as little touches of smoke and stone towards the end. The flavours are unexpected, but it’s delivered delicately and supremely well put together.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)

Sturmwolken Riesling

The fresh, zesty lime stands out in this vibrant off dry Riesling. Sweetness is swept away by bright lemon, grapefruit tang and minerally stone fruit. It will hold its flavour against spicy foods, but also holds off the acidity just enough to remain enjoyable flying solo. Yummy.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £7 (usually £8)

Sainsbury’s Rosé Discounts January 2024

Rocca Murer Pinot Grigio Rosato

For breezy midweek drinking, this Rocca Murer Rosé delivers exactly what’s required and more. The seductive bouquet blossoms into sunny peach sweetness alongside crunchy red apple. As is vital when it comes to the pink stuff, the tang and sweetness is poised to precision.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £7 (usually £8.25)

La Terrasse Rosé Pays d'Oc

The legendary wine wizard Jean-Claude Mas nursed this pale pink gem to the bottle, and every sip tastes masterfully made. The rich strawberry is luscious, the pear and apple are crisp, and the faintest waft of lemon peel provides a zesty nudge. If you like your Rosé delicate and refreshing, then you’ll fall in love with this.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)

Sainsbury’s Rosé Wine Discounts January 2024

Silver Moki Sauvignon Blush

A bit different, this is a Rosé interpretation of the Sauvignon Blanc grape. As you might expect, it retains the fresh crispness of white wine and great citric bite. But then comes silky, lush floral strawberry and ripe peach. Admittedly, they’re subtler than they are in most Rosé, but the zesty balance struck up is magical, and it feels like it should be way pricier (but don’t tell Sainsbury’s!)

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £7 (usually £8.25)

Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Île-de-Beauté Rosé

Four grapes (Niellucciu, Sciaccarellu, Grenache, Vermentinu and Syrah) layer up this Corsica Rosé, that comes out towards the dryer end of the pink spectrum. The delicate bouquet on the nose blossoms into ripe currants and berries, with a touch of soft peach, and all before some warm pink pepper on the finish. If you’re a red or white drinker usually, then this may well win you over.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)

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Sainsbury’s Red Wine Discounts January 2024

Feuerheerd's Anchor Wine Reserva Douro DOC

This deep Portuguese red makes great use of the Douro region surrounding it by finishing in Vintage Port barrels for 12 months. The result is refined spice and elegant black fruits, as well as a lingering, velvety finish. For £10, there are few reds better at remaining nuanced but also bold and imposing.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £10 (usually £11.50)

Diablo Dark Red

Despite the devilish bottle, this is heaven in a bottle. It’s one of those wines that is memorable from the off, plush with ocean deep fruity flavours – think damson, cherry, and blackberry. The hints of dark chocolate and oaky vanilla add a lusciousness, and it’s totally understandable why this Chilean beauty is rated so highly. Compulsory purchase at this price.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)

Carnivor Zinfandel

Carnivor is everything you want from Zinfandel, and as you will have guessed, the perfect meaty accompaniment. Lodi, California has built a reputation for hard hitting, well-structured Zinfandel styles, and this delivers on that. Sumptuously rich cherry and blackberry jam floods the mouth for an indulgent red that will stun on the dinner table.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)

Journey's End Spekboom Syrah

Not only do they make cracking wine, but Journey’s End have also been busy planting Spekboom, or Elephant Bush because of its incredible CO2 absorption rate. But, back to the bottle, which is punching well above the price point. Velvety tannins and spiced dark fruits stand out from this Syrah, but there’s also a savoury side to discover, with black olives and smoky oak. Mightily impressive.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £9 (usually £11)

Sainsbury’s White Wine Discounts January 2024

Freixenet Pinot Grigio

Hailing from the glorious vineyards of Garda, this is a proper sip of Italian sunshine. Each sip is soothing, crisp and dry, with delicate fruity hints of pear, citrus and apple playing off one another, as well as aromatic honey florality. Top notch Pinot.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Find here: £8 (usually £10)

Elia Cotes de Gascogne

A wonderful expression of Plaimont’s signature Colombard grape Elisa is all about vibrancy and aroma. Imagine a great New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with those tropical touches and crisp orchard fruits, but also grassy, floral notes. Light, fresh and loveable.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 9%
Find here: £7 (usually £8.50)

PepperBox Chardonnay

This is a big Aussie beauty, delivering a hug of buttery vanilla alongside loftier tropical mango and apricot notes. It isn’t too oaky and needs to be served chilled – then it’s a dream. It can’t be faulted with this price tag.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £9 (usually £11)

Sainsbury's Coolwater Bay Marlborough Sauvignon, Taste the Difference

How about this for a reliable weekly Marlborough Sauvignon? The zest comes through in a big, delicious way, as do hints of melon, lychee, and citrus. The freshness is eyebrow raising, but there’s balance with herby undertones and mineral notes to round it off. It would sing with seafood for sure.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £8 (usually £9.50)

Sainsbury’s Rosé Discounts January 2024

Rocca Murer Pinot Grigio Rosato

For breezy midweek drinking, this Rocca Murer Rosé delivers exactly what’s required and more. The seductive bouquet blossoms into sunny peach sweetness alongside crunchy red apple. As is vital when it comes to the pink stuff, the tang and sweetness is poised to precision.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 12.5%
Find here: £7 (usually £8.25)

La Terrasse Rosé Pays d'Oc

The legendary wine wizard Jean-Claude Mas nursed this pale pink gem to the bottle, and every sip tastes masterfully made. The rich strawberry is luscious, the pear and apple are crisp, and the faintest waft of lemon peel provides a zesty nudge. If you like your Rosé delicate and refreshing, then you’ll fall in love with this.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £9 (usually £10.50)

Keep your eyes peeled if you do the weekly shop elsewhere, or if these offers have ended, because we’re always hunting the next offers down in Supermarket Wine Bargains.

What Should I Drink With Haggis?

Everyone knows haggis is synonymous with the Scots, but fewer could actually pinpoint what is and why it it’s a cultural icon. Well, one of the reasons is poet Robert Burns. He penned the poem Address To A Haggis, and five years after his death in 1801, his friends gathered and served haggis in his memory. Since then, it’s become quite the annual event.

Haggis itself is a crumbly sausage pudding with rich, dense, warming peppery flavour. Recipes vary, but generally sheep’s pluck (heart, lungs, and liver – nothing goes to waste), oatmeal, onion, suet, spiced and salt combine. Traditionally, the casing was made from animal stomach but that’s rarer these days. On the side, you’ll often find buttery mash, swede, turnips, and gravy, so that all needs to be considered for the pairing.

Any self-respecting Scot will pretty much always choose to pair whisky with haggis, as we’ll go into below. However, there are a few alternative routes to go down!

Whisky

Like haggis, Burns put his love for whisky to ink with the poem Scotch Drink. As a celebration of a famous Scot and an iconic Scottish dish, Scotch has to come along for the ride too. It’s not just traditional though, because it actually marries haggis fantastically well.

You can either pick a Scotch that contrasts the dish, or one that overlaps. We have a whole ‘Best Whisky for Burns Night’ guide here, but generally look for something a little sweet and spicy, with pepper, malt, and a little smoke – this will bring out the best in haggis. As long as you don’t go for anything too extreme in any direction, the Scotch should hold up against the dish and compliment it.

Shiraz

Red tends to match the spice and richness of haggis, and big jammy reds like Australian Shiraz work a treat. Try and find a bottle without high tannins so it doesn’t compete too much, enough acidity to cut through all that richness, and fruity sweetness to contrast with the peppery spice.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 14%
Find here: £12.99

Rhône Syrah

Fruity, spice-laden Rhône Syrah, perhaps with a little Grenache, also goes well with haggis. We’re after bright juicy fruits, pepper, soft tannins, and a good crunch of acidity, which should all cut through, contrast, and compliment your feast in the right areas. The Grenache will bring some ripe sweetness to offset the savoury, richness, so something like this bottle is top notch.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £10.25

Viognier

To provide something for everyone, a full and firm Viognier can fit the bill. Reds work better with the hearty, gamey flavour of haggis, but a full, firm Viognier will not disappoint. Ripe fruit lightens the peppery herbs in the dish, the viscosity suits the heft, but it doesn’t have the robust weight to crush the flavours either. It knows its place, essentially, offering a little support and a little something different.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%
Find here: £7.99

If you find a whisky that you love, and one doesn’t dominate haggis, then you will really ‘get’ why the combination is so magical, and whilst fully embracing the tradition. Take a look at our guide of the best options no matter your budget here. At the end of the day though, as always, drink whatever you like! Enjoy!