A fresh and zingy viognier from the Australian pioneers of the northern Rhône grape. Trademark honeysuckle aromas. £4.89 if you buy two, until Monday, Majestic
Under a Tenner
2006 Chinon Château de Coulaine
A soft and juicy cabernet franc tinged with herbaceous notes and raspberry fruitiness enveloped in supple, silky tannins and barely perceptible oak. £9.30, Jeroboams (020-7985 1560)
Splash Out
2004 Baron de Ley Finca Monasterio
With tempranillo in major and cabernet sauvignon in minor keys, this youthful rioja combines blackcurrant fruitiness with vanilla smokiness. £15.99, Tesco
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