Wines of the week: As winter nears, open a big, warming Syrah

Terry Kirby selects the best bottles to buy

From South Africa

Delaire Graff Estate Shiraz 2013

Bursting with soft, juicy fruit flavours, balanced with some delicate white pepper, this is Stellenbosch's excellent take on Rhône wines, with distinctive New World boisterousness. Drink with pasta and meatballs or steak. £9.99, 31dover.com

From France

Calmel & Joseph Villa Blanche 2012/13 Syrah Pays d'Oc

Also sometimes mistaken for a northern Rhône but in fact a simple Languedoc Pays d'Oc red: blackberry, mulberry and blackcurrant flavours mingle with a sense of earthy terroir, overlaid with masses of peppery spice. Ideal with lamb tagine or game casseroles. £11.99, averys.com

From Australia

Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz 2011/12

A majestic wine from one of Australia's most-lauded red winemakers. Powerful dark-fruit flavours, underpinned by leather, tar, spice and a little oak, this must be decanted well in advance. Will mature for years, but perfect now with beef or venison. £40.39, drinksupermarket.com; £47.95, drinksdirect.co.uk; £55, bbr.com