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Under £5
2007 lle La Forge Merlot, Vin de Pays d'Oc
From the go-ahead Jean-Claude Mas, this is a modern French merlot whose vibrant dark cherry fruitiness is framed with a stylish touch of smoky oak. The best-value claret look-alikes on the market.
£4.99, Aldi
Under £10
2006 Saint Joseph, Cave de Saint Désirat Cuvée Prestige
An elegant northern-Rhône style with aromatic fruitiness, peppery undertones and pure classic black fruits underscored by fresh acidity.
£7.99, from £10.99, to 2 Dec, Waitrose
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2007 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Cuvée des Antiques
A spicy blackberryish red whose vivid fruit richness is surprisingly approachable for its youthful power and just the kind of comforting southern blend you need as the nights close in.
£13.99, Majestic
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