With Tesco's Autumn Wine Festival in full swing (it runs until October 7), here are three of the top bargains to look out for this month.
McWilliams Hanwood Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 (£7.49 down to £4.99) This wine shows classic Aussie Cabernet characteristics, with dark berry fruit and a minty hint on the nose.
On the palate it is loaded with ripe blackcurrant fruit and subtl
e spice, with good structure and length.
Storks Tower Sauvignon Blanc Verdejo 2007 (£5.99 down to £3.99) A great example of some of the fresh, zesty whites coming out of Spain.
This is a fresh, dry white with delicious citrus and green apple aromas together with a hint of peach on the palate. A lovely aperitif.
McGuigan Discover Shiraz Viognier 2007 (£7.99 down to £5.99) This Shiraz Viognier blend has a softer feel than a full-bodied Shiraz, with a lovely spicy perfume.
It is packed with juicy blackberry fruit flavour and has a subtle vanilla character from its oak treatment.
It's perfect for a late summer BBQ.
Bargain of the weekTesco Finest Fiano 2007 (£5.99 down to £3.99 until October 7).
This wine has just been awarded the Champion Great Value White by the world's largest wine competition, the International Wine Challenge.
With lively citrus orchard fruit aromas, the palate is rich yet fresh.
It is bursting with red apple fruit flavours and has a dry finish.
Bottle of the weekFitou Mont Tauch 2007 (Tesco, £5.99 down to £3.99 until October 7).
Made with traditional grape varieties of Carignan and Grenache, and a hint of Syrah, this Fitou is rich and fruity.
It contains distinct notes of wild Mediterranean herbs.
Perfect with stews and casseroles, as well as pasta dishes and cheese.
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