Something for the Weekend: 2000 Leasingham Bastion Shiraz <br></br>2000 Rully, Domaine Borgeot <br></br>2002 St Hallett Barossa Gamekeepers Reserve

Saturday

2000 Leasingham Bastion Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon, £7.99, Safeway

Leasingham in the Clare Valley is one of my favourite BRL Hardy brands, and this classic Oz blend of shiraz with cabernet sauvignon shows why. With an aroma of cinnamon-like spiciness, the fruit is juicy and forthcoming with blackberry flavours enhanced by an undertone of pepperiness and measured tannins. Will take kindly to meat and vegetarian dishes.

Sunday

2000 Rully, Domaine Borgeot £11.49, Oddbins

An intense and flavoursome white burgundy from the Côte Chalonnaise. All the elements – refreshing spritz, ripe, peachy chardonnay, subtle oak spice and a cleansing finish – add up to a class and character that derive from both location and wine-making skill. Versatile enough to handle roast cod or a chicken à la provençale.

Any day

2002 St Hallett Barossa Gamekeepers Reserve, £5.99, Majestic (buy 2 at £4.99 each until 17 March)

This exuberantly spring-like four-way blend combines the Rhône grapes, grenache, shiraz and mourvèdre, with Portugal's touriga in a crisp, berry-fruity young red. With £1 off if you buy two bottles, the promotional price makes this an affordable everyday glugger or party red.