Good Inexpensive Red Wines (from Supermarkets)
Wine in the UK has improved over the past few years. Back in the day, cheap red wines in supermarkets were the surplus batches of stock that the French, Spanish or Portuguese wouldn't drink. Either that, it was a blend of surplus wines from multiple vineyards, sometimes from different countries, brought under a generic brand.
It's entirely possible now to buy really good inexpensive red wines from supermarkets - but which ones are worth trying? We've put together a list for you.
ALDI Toro Loco (£5.29)
Toro Loco Tempranillo (2018) is an Aldi gem that proves great wine without the huge price tag At just £5.29, this Spanish red is smooth, fruity, and wonderfully easy to drink. A cheap wine, that is still delicious.
Expect notes of dark berries, cherry, vanilla, pepper, and a subtle spice that makes it versatile with BBQs, pasta, or simply sipping in the garden.
Award-winning and full of character, it’s a bargain bottle that holds its own against wines twice the price. An inexpensive wine, with big flavours.
You can find the wine on the Aldi website
ALDI CHASSAUX ET FILSCôtes du Rhône (£5.29)
Aldi’s Chassaux et Fils Specially Selected 2022 is a full-bodied red from France’s Rhône region, costing just £5.29.
Made from 50% Grenache and 50% Syrah, it’s lightly oaked and dry, with 14% alcohol, offering rich, robust flavours and a smooth finish.
Aldi is one of the better supermarkets for cheaper, inexpensive wines that are actually good. So, if you go in store, or read our article about the best red wines in aldi, you can find some steals.
Want to learn more? This is the wine from the Aldi website.
Lidl Deluxe - Shiraz (£6.99)
For a wine only £6.99, the Lidl Shiraz has some real character – full-bodied yet balanced, with enough depth to keep each sip interesting. The finish is smooth, with a subtle warmth that makes it perfect for cosy evenings. Pair it with pepper-crusted steaks, mushroom-loaded burgers, or even roast game, and you’ll be in for a treat.
Rated around 3.7–3.8 by the community and sitting in the top 4% of Barossa wines, this bottle delivers serious value and classic Barossa richness at Lidl low prices.
We wrote about this, and other Lidl wines, in another article.
For more information and to buy this fantastic wine, you can visit the Lidl website or find it in-store.
Morrisons Pata Negra Rioja (£8.75).
If you’re on the hunt for the best red wine Morrisons, this is an amazing wine in the mid-range selection; the Pata Negra Rioja Crianza Special Edition is a fantastic wine.
It is more expensive than the wines in Aldi or Lidl, but the extra is well worth it.
Overall, this is a complex yet drinkable. Crianza that offers excellent value. A great choice.
To learn more about this excellent wine, you can find it in stores or via the Morrisons website.
As you can see, you do not need to spend a lot to get a good wine. Aldi and Lidl are the best places to go for cheaper - yet amazing - red wines.
Hopefully, this article has been helpful, and if you have any recommendations, make sure to leave a comment.
Iomhar Jones
Iomhar is a journalist and writer from the North of England, but lives north of the boarder. He's been writing about health and travel for more than 12 years. https://www.clippings.me/imoimo