WINES OF THE WEEK

Bodega Santa Julia 2014 Reserva Malbec Uco Valley Mendoza, Argentina BC $16.49 (488791) AB $17 (724642) MB $14.99 (008332) ON $12.95 (429761)

Santa Julia is one of the labels produced by the pioneering Zuccardi family, which is making large investments into premium production in the Uco Valley. This is a soft and generous mediumbodied red wine with appealing sweet fruit, floral and peppery accents. It’s a winning match for grilled meat dishes.

Fetzer Wines 2014 Valley Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon California BC $13.99 (336974) AB $14 (336974) MB $14.99 (336974) ON $14 (336974)

Fetzer purchases fruit from the warmer pockets of California to maintain the consistent character of this expressive Cabernet. A best value winner at the InterVin International Wine Awards, this is a fruity and flavourful red marked by dark fruit and rich oak and toffee notes. It seems tailor-made for burgers or ribs.

Marchesi de Frescobaldi 2014 Castiglioni Chianti Tuscany, Italy BC $15.99 (545319) AB $16 (545319) MB $15.99 (545319) ON $14.95 (545319)

The Frescobaldi winemaking team sources Sangiovese and Merlot from across the expansive Chianti region for this juicy and enjoyable red. There’s the mix of tart and sweet red fruit flavours you’d expect from the region, with more supple texture thanks to the judiciously blending of Merlot. Enjoy with hearty pastas with meat sauce or roast chicken.