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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
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