Expert picks: 11 best supermarket wines for 2025
Discover the top supermarket wines chosen by sommeliers and experts. From crisp whites to champagne alternatives, find your perfect bottle under £30. Shop smart with our 2025 guide.
Discover the top supermarket wines chosen by sommeliers and experts. From crisp whites to champagne alternatives, find your perfect bottle under £30. Shop smart with our 2025 guide.
Our blind taste test of supermarket mulled wines crowned Waitrose's £6 bottle as the clear winner. Discover which festive drinks impressed our experts and find your perfect Christmas tipple.
Discover which supermarket wines are worth your money as Independent's experts taste-test hundreds of bottles to bring you the definitive guide to affordable excellence.
Our expert taste test reveals which supermarket mulled wine delivers the perfect festive flavour without breaking the bank. Discover the surprising winners and festive fails.
Our expert taste test reveals the finest bottled mulled wines available in UK supermarkets this Christmas season. Find your perfect festive tipple!
A wine connoisseur's shocking discovery about Sauvignon Blanc is changing how Brits choose their wine. Find out why this popular grape might be your worst choice and what to drink instead.
Discover expert-selected red wines that will elevate your Guy Fawkes Night celebrations. From robust Malbecs to smooth Merlots, find your perfect fireworks pairing.
Discover the best affordable sparkling wines from UK supermarkets. Our expert tasting reveals which bottles deliver champagne quality without the luxury price tag.
Discover why winter is the perfect time to explore white wines beyond Sauvignon Blanc. From rich Chardonnays to aromatic Viogniers, learn which bottles will warm your soul during the colder months.
Exclusive insight reveals how restaurant serving techniques, from precise pouring heights to elegant glassware, transform your wine experience. Discover the theatre behind your favourite vintage.
New research reveals Britain's surprising wine habits as traditional pairings make way for casual comfort foods. Discover which wines Brits are matching with pizza, beans on toast and other everyday favourites.
Exclusive: Wine authority Matthew Jukes reveals why your choice of glassware could be destroying the flavour of expensive red wines and shares his simple solution for the perfect pour.
Discover the ultimate white wine selections to elevate your Halloween pumpkin dishes. From creamy Chardonnay to aromatic Riesling, our expert reveals perfect pairings for your spooky soirée.
Escape to Italy's stunning Lake Garda region and uncover the secrets of Lugana wine, where vineyards meet crystal-clear waters for the ultimate Italian wine holiday experience.
A British couple's romantic getaway to Lisbon ended in tragedy when they were killed in a horrific tram collision. Philip Haines and his partner died instantly in the accident that has shocked Portugal's capital.
Discover the most unexpected wine and food combinations that sommeliers swear by, challenging everything you thought you knew about pairing.
Discover how one adventurous couple cycled from England's southwestern tip to Portugal's sun-drenched shores with surfboards in tow, proving that the journey matters as much as the destination.
Discover how Bristol residents are transforming their gardens into productive vineyards, embracing traditional grape-stomping techniques to create homegrown English wines in the heart of the city.
Discover the ultimate guide to affordable orange wines this autumn. We've found four exceptional skin-contact wines perfect for the season, all costing less than £7.50 per bottle.
Take That star Gary Barlow faces unexpected setback as his premium wine brand gets turned down by exclusive London private members' clubs despite celebrity backing and quality credentials.
Shock in affluent coastal community as 62-year-old American man is found dead with multiple stab wounds near Cascais marina. Portuguese police launch murder investigation.
Argentina's wine scene offers far more than just Malbec. Explore the exciting alternatives from Bonarda to Torrontés that are redefining South American viticulture and deserve a place in your wine rack.
A 43-year-old US tourist has been killed in a violent knife attack in the popular resort town of Cascais, Portugal, with local authorities launching a murder investigation.
In a stunning upset that's shaking the wine world, Western Australia's Margaret River region has dethroned traditional favourites to produce the country's best Shiraz, according to prestigious international judging.
Discover incredible deals on gold medal-winning wines at Majestic Wine, with prices starting from just £7.99. Perfect for summer entertaining!
A British pensioner from Bedfordshire has been identified among the victims of a devastating bus accident in Portugal that claimed three lives and left dozens injured during a holiday excursion.
Portugal introduces sweeping new tourist taxes targeting 13 popular areas including Lisbon and Porto, with visitors facing charges of up to €4 per night in radical sustainability move.
Hollywood superstar Nicole Kidman has officially applied for residency in Portugal following her transformative experience filming in Lisbon, with husband Keith Urban reportedly joining the application.
Discover expert tips for identifying gold medal-winning wines in UK supermarkets, from reading labels to understanding quality markers that guarantee exceptional value.
A wine expert reveals how to secure a premium 24-bottle wine advent calendar worth £140 for just £60 - the ultimate Christmas countdown for oenophiles.