Off the shelf

Hidalgo La Gitana Manzanilla, Spain, 15% Tesco, down from £8 to £7 for 50cl until November 15

(Clubcard holders only): The perfect aperitif – crisp, tangy and taste bud-tingling. Team it with salted almonds and slices of jamón.

Botham Series 76 Chardonnay 2018, Margaret River, Australia, 13%, Booths, down from £11 to £8.50 until November 16: Full of western Australian freshness with peach, citrus and just a bare mention of oak.

Pour alongside salmon en croute or lemon chicken.

Gérard Bertrand Les Aspres Reserve 2018, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, 14%, Morrisons, down from £10 a bottle to two bottles for £15 until Tuesday: A tasty treat to see you through autumn and winter. Full of delicious red fruits from Grenache, Mourvèdre and

Syrah grapes.

Les Pionniers Champagne NV, France, 12%, Co-op, down from £19 to £18 until November 9: It might be a good idea to stock up with festive drinks early this year. This is a terrific champagne, creamy, toasty and elegant.