£7 and Under Pick List

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4 June 2026

Welcome to my bi-annual listing, updated every June and December, of great wines at £7 or less, based on tasting over 1500 wines at press tastings over the previous year.

Finding a great bottle of wine doesn’t mean you have to break the bank. From crisp, aromatic whites to rich, full-bodied reds, here is your definitive list of the best affordable wines, complete with their vintage, supplier, cost and a brief tasting note to help you choose.

Aldi

Cambalala South African Sauvignon Blanc (2025) – £5.99 A fuller-bodied, slightly off-dry Sauvignon Blanc packed with aromatic tropical and lime notes.
Baron Amarillo Rioja Reserva (2020) – £5.99 A classic cherry-led Rioja featuring medium tannins alongside subtle notes of vanilla, oak, and blackcurrant.
Pierre Jaurant Le Petit Poulet Blanc (2024) – £6.29 A highly drinkable, generously aromatic white blend offering honeysuckle notes and a touch of sweetness.
Animus Douro Reserva (2022) – £6.99 An approachable Portuguese red showcasing notable oak, soft tannins, and dark fruit flavours.
Specially Selected Chianti Riserva DOCG (2022) – £6.99 An unusual, savoury Chianti with strong cherry aromas and a spicy, woody backdrop at an everyday price.
Specially Selected Rioja Rosado (2024) – £6.99 An extremely aromatic and well-poised rosé that shifts beautifully from peach to bright red fruit.

Asda

Le Manoir du Baron Viognier (2024) – £5.14 Dry yet bursting with fruit, this remarkable value Viognier features intense citrus alongside rounded peach and melon.
Wine Atlas Fetească Regală (NV) – £6.08 A light, fruity, and fantastic-value Romanian white with delightful tropical hints that feel reminiscent of a softer Sauvignon Blanc.
Pinotage Rosé (2025) – £6.50 A crisp, dry, and wonderfully valued Western Cape rosé offering bright lemon, green apple, and clean red fruit.
Exceptional Old Vine Garnacha (2024) – £6.75 Soft and remarkably well-priced, this Spanish red showcases an intense cherry aroma and plenty of vibrant fruit character.
Wine Atlas Garda (NV) – £6.97 A refreshing alternative to Prosecco, this lively Garganega presents wonderful lemony aromas and crisp, fresh apple flavours.
Carménère Valle de Colchagua (2022) – £6.98 Soft and satisfying, this bargain blend is packed with smoky black fruit, oak spice, and savoury herbs.
Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon (2023) – £6.98 Matured in French oak, this blend reveals outstanding value with deep leather and dark fruit aromas.

Co-op

Less is More Trebbiano Rubicone (NV) – £6.50 A surprisingly flavourful, semi-sparkling white in a recycled plastic bottle that delivers bold pear and apple notes.
Quinta De São Sebastião 1000 Paths Lisbon Red (2023) – £6.50 An easy-going, fruit-forward blend boasting ripe raspberry aromas and impressive depth for the price.

Lidl

Riesling Piesporter Michelsberg (2025) – £4.99 An off-dry, lower-alcohol Mosel Riesling perfectly balancing fresh citrus and green fruit flavours.
Cepa Lebrel Crianza (2022) – £5.79 An exceptionally priced Crianza offering a beautifully balanced mix of red fruit, vanilla, and gentle oak spice.
Jailbird Australian Blend (2021) – £5.99 This leathery, smoky Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz blend avoids excessive sweetness and offers excellent value for money.
Almocreve (2022) – £6.99 A slightly off-dry red featuring ripe dark fruit, warm spice, and a gentle oaky caramel finish.
Barbera d’Asti Superiore (2020) – £6.99 An easy-drinking, medium-bodied red providing juicy red fruit alongside classic cherry and plum aromas.
Deluxe Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon (2024) – £6.99 A full-bodied, classic cassis-led Cabernet Sauvignon with a minty lift and a long, cedary finish.
Deluxe Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon (2025) – £6.99 Deep ruby and firm, this fresher vintage is bursting with prominent notes of blackcurrant, mint, eucalypt, and cedar.

Majestic

The Gathering Storm White (NV) – £7.00 Smooth, slightly sweet, and fantastic value, this white blend is packed with apricot, melon, and apple flavours.

Morrisons

Kurstenstein Riesling (2024) – £5.50 A refreshingly sweet Riesling with bright citrus, tropical aromas, and a sweet apricot flavour.
De Bortoli Botrytis Semillon (NV, half bottle) – £7.00 A remarkably smooth and sweet dessert wine lingering beautifully with lovely apricot and almond flavours.

Tesco

Palais St Vigni Côtes du Rhône (2023) – £5.75 A keenly priced, light-to-medium-bodied red bursting with red cherry, blackberry, and dark plum flavours.
Costa do Castelo Lisboa Red Blend (2024) – £6.00 A balanced, vegan-friendly red blend offering upfront cherry aromas with a touch of sweetness.
Andrew Peace Masterpeace Chardonnay (2025) – £7.00 An off-dry, unbeatable value Chardonnay balancing ripe citrus and stone fruit with a touch of restrained oak.

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