Red Wine
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Footsteps MalbecCountry ChileBottle Size 75clABV 13.5%Body MediumFrom the viticultural paradise of Chile's Central Valley, this is a soft and expertly-crafted Malbec Learn More£2.99SAVE £4.50 on UK price -
Chateau Haut Rozier Bordeaux SupérieurCountry FranceBottle Size 75clABV 13%Dryness DrySituated in the Francs-Côtes-de-Bordeaux, the terroir of Tayac is one of the finest of the appellation - producing wines of great finesse, such as this, and great value for money! Learn More£3.99SAVE £6.00 on UK price -
Caleo Primitivo PugliaCountry ItalyBottle Size 75clABV 13%Dryness DryA lovely Primitivo from the south of Puglia, Italy - this is a grape closely related to Zinfandel of California. Learn More£4.49SAVE £4.50 on UK price -
Chateau Les Charmilles Côte de Blaye GOLD MEDALSCountry FranceBottle Size 75clABV 12.5%Dryness DryMultiple award-winner !! Sophisticated and elegant organic claret with soft nuanced flavours that reflect the ancient wine-making heritage of the Bordeaux region - exceptional value for money! Learn More£4.99SAVE £5.00 on UK price -
Uby No.7 Côtes de Gascogne Merlot TannatCountry FranceBottle Size 75clABV 12.5%Dryness DryDelicious blend from South West France, meticulously crafted from the fruit of carefully selected vineyards in the Côtes de Gascogne Learn More£4.99SAVE £6.00 on UK price -
Château Haut Roudier Gold MedalCountry FranceBottle Size 75clABV 13%Dryness DryThis gold medal-winning mouth-watering Merlot based claret has a soft, easy-drinking style and is versatile enough to accompany a wide range of dishes Learn More£4.99SAVE £4.50 on UK price -
Six Hats Cabernet SauvignonCountry South AfricaBottle Size 75clABV 13.5%Body MediumDelicious red wine from Fairtrade certified vineyards in the Swartland region - the six principles referred to in the name are 'Partnership, Potential, Change, Equity, Dignity and Sustainability' Learn More£4.99SAVE £4.00 on UK price -
Domaine La Sarabande FaugeresCountry FranceBottle Size 75clABV 14.5%Dryness DryFounded by Irishwoman, Isla Gordon, and her Australian husband Paul in 2009, Domaine La Sarabande is dedicated to crafting exceptional Faugères wines reflecting the couple's profound passion for winemaking Learn More£4.99SAVE £5.00 on UK price -
Côtes de Castillon Château Fompeyre Gold MedalCountry FranceBottle Size 75clABV 13.5%Dryness DryThis Côtes de Castillon mirrors the smooth complexity and finesses of some of the best St Emilion wines, which is understandable as they are neighbours! This Gold Medal 2018 is a perfect example for drinking now Learn More£4.99SAVE £4.50 on UK price -
Elixir de Gravaillac Bordeaux Gold MedalCountry FranceBottle Size 75clABV 13.5%Dryness DryThe cool marine coastal climate and mild weather of Bordeaux are reflected in this Gold Medal-winning elegant and nuanced fruit dominated claret Learn More£4.99SAVE £5.00 on UK price
About Red Wine
A good quality red wine is something to be savoured and enjoyed. Made from dark coloured grape varieties, the deep red colour comes from the skin of the grape, and depending on the grape variety can vary from a deep thick red to a light almost pink hue. Red wine is produced throughout the wine marking world, from New World to Old World.
There is a vast selection of red wine types, from big and bold, to elegant and dry, or sweet and simple every day wines. A lot depends on where the grapes are from and how they are produced, but the grape variety plays the most important part. Most red wine varietals grow best in warmer climates, where they can ripen fully before harvesting.
The most well known red wine grape varieties you will be sure to have heard of such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Shiraz (or Syrah). These grape varieties are produced in all of the world's top winemaking regions and you will find superb examples and some firm favourites from France, Italy, Australia, Chile, South Africa and more.
There are many more regional red grape varieties from around the globe such as Sangiovese from Italy, or Tempranillo from Spain. If you want to try something new why not trial a regional red wine variety which may be new to you in our tasting room, where we always have at least 150 different wines open to taste. You may come home from Calais with a newly found favourite red, and it will be sure to be at an unbeatable price too.
