Reds
It is not the flesh but the skin of the grape that gives colour - and flavour. Hence some drinkers find reds more ‘satisfying’ - simply because they have more flavour sources! While whites have apple/citrus flavours of pulp, these are ‘built over’ in reds by stronger red and black fruit, spicy and earthy flavours caused by maceration (soaking/fermenting on skins). This ‘leaching’ is almost exclusive to reds, also leading to fuller texture and weight of solids (phenolics). The most important phenolics - besides colour compounds - are tannins. From both skin and pip, the quality of tannins help red wines to age and determines their style as soft and fruity (low tannin) or firm and structured (high tannin).

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2023 Bodegas Septima MalbecA superb Malbec that typifies the value coming out of Argentina. It is made by a 'reference point' producer with a cosmopolitan outlook and a long history of exceptional quality for the price. ... read more$17.99 in mixed 6+ or $19.99 per bottle
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2019 The Black Chook McLaren Vale Shiraz ViognierA great little Shiraz Viognier for a very inexpensive price. Penny's Hill are an old estate in the famous MacLaren Vale, where they also produce the Black Chook range offering exceptional ... read more$17.99 in mixed 6+ or $19.99 per bottle
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2021 Borsao Seleccion GarnachaA great price for a Spanish red that "is ridiculously easy to drink and delivers really great value" according to Josh Raynolds of Vinous. It is a deliciously classic style of Garnacha from the ... read more$18.99 in mixed 6+ or $21.99 per bottle
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2022 Squawking Magpie First Flight Cabernets MalbecFantastic value from the famous Gimblett Gravels, this label previously won 93 points from both Cameron Douglas and Bob Campbell, with Bob calling it the "most heroic top value wine" (2020 ... read more$19.99 in mixed 6+ or $22.99 per bottle
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2020 Squawking Magpie First Flight SyrahA great little Hawkes Bay Syrah from a fantastic vintage. Squawking Magpie are old hands with great sources in Hawkes Bay, and that is what is on show in this delicious red. Check this one out, ... read more$19.99 in mixed 6+ or $22.99 per bottle
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2018 Mitolo Jester McLaren Vale ShirazA great discount on this delicious McLaren Vale Shiraz. The Mitolo Jester is made a star winemaker Ben Glaetzer, and is fermented cool to pack in the ripe flavours while preserving the freshness ... read more$19.99 in mixed 6+ or $22.99 per bottle
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2023 Blackenbrook Nelson RoseNow on Super Special. Produced under sustainable practices, this Rose wine is always simply delicious. 5 Stars M.Cooper. Dry, with lashings of pretty fruit from slightly earthy berries to gentle ... read more$19.99 in mixed 6+ or $22.99 per bottle
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2021 St Clair Pioneer Block 17 Plateau Gimblett Gravels MerlotA delicious deal on this serious Gimblett Gravels red. Two 95/100 scores make this a serious deal. Saint Clair's Plateau vineyard is on the Gravels' stony and free-draining soils, where a ... read more$19.99 in mixed 6+ or $22.99 per bottle
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2022 Vasse Felix Margaret River Filius Cabernet SauvignonA great discount on this 96 point Aussie Cab from Wine Enthusiast who write "A fabulous vintage of Filius, and a total bargain for this level of quality...." Vasse Felix are old hands in ... read more$19.99 in mixed 6+ or $22.99 per bottle
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2021 Te Kano Central Otago Kin Pinot NoirA great discount on this seriously well-reviewed Central Otago Pinot. Te Kano is a boutique operation based in Otago, and the Kin Pinot Noir is sourced from their pristine vineyards in the ... read more$19.99 in mixed 6+ or $22.99 per bottle
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