The best red wines to enjoy, tried and tested by us

"A classic Bordeaux from a respected regional merchant - we found this one light smooth with a fruity sweetness, balanced with oak and subtle spice, that made it far too easy to finish off." Tried and tested by Affiliate Operations Editor Adam Binnie.

"A bold, garnet red, this Rioja looks great in the glass and hints at the bright fruit flavours that burst through. There's smoky depth barrel-aging and a slight spice to offset the jamminess." Tried and tested by Affiliate Operations Editor Adam Binnie.

"Pinot Noir from Germany that until recently was bottled with an entirely different name, but whatever you call it, this is a rich and warming red with a dominant dry cherry flavour and deep, complex finish." Tried and tested by Affiliate Operations Editor Adam Binnie.

"Do you love wine and cinema? Then this Californian Zinfandel - made by Francis Ford Coppola and family - is for you. As well as directing The Godfather trilogy and Apocalypse Now, the six-time Oscar winner produces wine from the Inglenook vineyard, which he bought in the 1970s. This "Edizione Pennino" is named after his grandfather, Francesco Pennino.
"That's a hefty amount of heritage to carry and as you'd expect this classically-styled Zinfandel is bold, complex, and unforgettable. In the glass it is vivid, garnet red, and has a deeply fruity aroma that improves with a chance to breathe.
"It's not as jammy as I was expecting, making this a great choice if you're looking for more savoury flavour than you normally get in a Zinfandel. What sweetness there is balances out well against a big hit of oak, and the overall profile is inviting and complex.
"We found it very easy to drink, and while the price means its unlikely to become and every day bottle of red, the history and flavour of this brilliant wine meant we'd very much like it to be." Tried and tested by Affiliate Operations Editor Adam Binnie.

"A bright and fruity red from Portugal made from a blend of grapes - the label suggests it compliments meat, roast dinners or pasta, but we paired it with F1 highlights and the Strictly Come Dancing results show.
"That's because unlike our usual weekend selection (often a Nero d'Avola) this Porta 6 Red didn't have us immediately reaching for some cheese or contemplating a post-dinner pizza order. It's supremely enjoyable and easy-going on its own.
"With a balanced sweetness and smooth finish, it's just the right side of moreish. As perfect for a lazy afternoon in the garden as it is tucked up under a blanket with the heating on. And brilliant value for money too!" Tried and tested by Group Commercial Content Editor Adam Binnie

This rich and velvety Malbec is brimming with ripe berry flavours and a spicy, dark chocolate finish. Full-bodied and decadent, soft swathes of vanilla and spice emerge through.

Matured in French and American oak barrels, and in bottle, for a minimum of three years, this Rioja is packed with the intense flavours of black fruits, liquorice, chocolate and cloves with a touch of minerality.

This smooth, premium, reserved Shiraz is flavoured with blackcurrant and boysenberry fruit, lifted by violet and menthol notes. The finish is long and rich.

This medium-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon has a gorgeous bright cherry, blackcurrant and dark plum flavour with a toasted oak aroma and an impressive balance of fruit and polished tannins in the aftertaste.

Carnivor's boldly-blended Zinfandel is a captivating complement to your favourite red meat, layered with notes of dark cherry, blackberry jam, and perfectly toasted oak. Indulge your primal side with a glass of Carnivor and a juicy steak.

This medium-bodied cherry red Tempranillo is perfumed, soft and fresh with a long finish that leaves memories of ripe red cherries and strawberries, followed by sweet vanilla, cocoa and spice.

Leyda Valley is nestled in the rolling hills of Chile's coastal mountain range. Bright ruby red in colour, this Pinot Noir has a fruity taste with strawberries, hints of red cherries and subtle wild herb notes with a delicate smokiness and tobacco. Refined on the palate, juicy and full of ripe berry flavours, a hint of minerality and a refreshing finish

This powerful, ripe Carmenère is deep purple in colour with complex flavours of berry fruits and vanilla with a peppery spice. Working with grape-growing families from one of the less developed areas of the Central Valley in Chile, this rich and powerful wine is produced from hand-harvested grapes. Plus, it's a vegan wine - which is a plus.

This classic Australian blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon offers a smooth medium-bodied red packed with bright, juicy fruit. The Shiraz delivers soft, rich berry and spice flavours which are complemented by the structure and length of the Cabernet Sauvignon.

This classic "left-bank" Bordeaux is blended by Eric Marin, using Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes from the Medoc region of France. It offers an intense, unoaked red with aromas of cassis and allspice.

This bright and intense ruby-red wine with youthful purple tints and aromas of fresh fruits is a result of the high altitude vineyard plots. Plum and blackberry flavours are overlain with subtle violet notes to give a premium wine with great structure and a long and intensely fruity finish.

From the award-winning Baron de Ley winery, this exclusive Rioja produced from hand-harvested Tempranillo grapes, is carefully aged in fine oak barrels for a minimum of 16 months. It has a concentrated flavour of raspberry with layers of oak and spice. This rich Rioja is best served with roast lamb or beef.

Saint Emilion is one of the most popular of Bordeaux's wine regions and the words Grand Cru indicate this wine has passed a special tasting panel. This red wine is dry, and firm with plummy fruit and a note of oak.

The ASDA Malbec is powerful and full-bodied with spicy dark red fruits and toasty oak. Sourced from the San Juan region this rich red is full of ripe berry flavours and tastes great with roast meats and spicy dishes.

Dark Horse Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold and complex red wine that entices with jammy, dark fruit aromas of blackberry and black cherry, layered with sweet brown spice, toasted nutty oak and a hint of mocha. Firm tannins and a plush mouthfeel lead the way to a smooth, dark chocolate mocha finish.

This is a modern and fruity, medium-bodied southern French red with plum and strawberry flavours. Made from the fashionable Merlot variety, this deliciously supple is easy to drink with a silky mouthfeel and an attractive hint of spice.

We've selected this Pinot Noir from Waitrose as an excellent choice for making mulled wine, due to its very fruit driven taste. Fresh and juicy, this smooth Pinotage is full of flavours of ripe plums and cherries.

We've chosen this Cabernet Sauvignon as its bursting flavours of blackberry and plum will work well with the boldness of sharp cheddar or other intense cheeses for that matter. With a lovely silky texture, it's seriously drinkable red which makes it the ideal party wine too.

Perfect to pair with roast lamb, the rich red fruit flavours of mulberry and ripe juicy cherries are balanced with elegant oak. Made with the team at Cederberg, part of the Waitrose & Partners Foundation, profits made support environmental and community projects.

This smooth and seductive Portuguese red is worth every single penny. Fresh strawberries, redcurrants and a subtle streak of oak make this wine very drinkable indeed, and a bargain at under a tenner. Available via Naked wines at a discounted price of £8.99 with an Angels account - which, if you are a serious wine lover, is certainly worth looking into.