FIVE best BBQ reds

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This is a gem of a red at less than a fiver and proves you can party big with wines from

Down Under – without having to think too much about the outlay. Combining smooth, soft, sun-kissed fruit with subtle spicy overtones, it’s versatile and foodfriendly.

Taparoo Valley Australian Shiraz 2020, £3.99, Tesco 3 2 Journey’s End Identity Shiraz 2021, South Africa, £9, Sainsbury’s

This sleek shiraz is filled with spicy blackberry and red berry fruit backed by a sundrenched juiciness that floods the palate with chocolatey notes along the way.

Graffigna Reserve Malbec 2020, Argentina, £7 (was £9) Sainsbury’s If you’re a malbec fan, this is your go-to for a great value example of how these violet scented beauties are the perfect partner with a flamegrilled steak. Beautifully rich, flavours of cassis, blueberries, red berries and a touch of black pepper are at the heart of this ace Argentinian.

4 The Society’s California Old Vine Zinfandel 2019, USA, £8.25, The Wine Society

Wash this big-fruited Californian down with BBQ ribs, spicy sausages and anything charred or smoked. Beautifully aromatic with masses of ripe brambly fruit, pleasing nuances of tart red cherries and dark plum flavours.

5 The Long Way Round Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Chile, £9.99, Virgin Wines

A gentle giant with smooth, ripe, blackberry fruit galore followed by sweet berry fruits & florals, everything melds effortlessly together. A match made in heaven with burgers and relish or grilled beef tenderloin and herb rub.