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5 tasty reds to rev up barbecues

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April 28, 2025

Bank holiday weekends signal party time... and sizzling in the sunshine calls for smoky marinades, sweet and sticky sauces, plus something to get the juices flowing with just the right measure of oomph.

- Sam Wylie-Harris

After all, your best cuts of meat, skewered kebabs and burgers laced with all the trimmings deserve a lip-smacking red to satisfy a thirst for something super delicious - and fire up those flavours.

Here's what's on our hot list...

1. Co-op Fairtrade Organic Malbec 2023, Argentina, £8.50, Co-op, in-store only

How much do we love the mighty malbec? Especially when the BBQ King (or Queen) appreciates one of the key ingredient's for their smoky affair... a crowd-pleasing red to enhance those enticing woodchip flavours. Perfumed with signature violet and plummy notes, succulent fruit accented with soft spice and smooth, firm finish.

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