Six best red wines under £15 from Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, Co-op and M&S for a Sunday roast

A decent bottle of red wine doesn't have to cost a fortune, with supermarkets offering a growing choice of full-bodied reds for less than £15.

From a £9 French malbec at Sainsbury’s to a £14 South African blend at Waitrose, there are plenty of options for anyone looking for something to serve with a traditional Sunday roast.

And with colder evenings bringing roast beef, slow-cooked lamb and hearty winter dinners back onto the menu, choosing the right wine can make a difference without pushing up the cost of the meal.

Wine expert Sam Wylie-Harris has picked six bottles from France, Chile, South Africa and Spain, ranging from £9 to £14.99.

All are rich, flavour-packed reds suited to dishes including roast beef with Yorkshire puddings, venison and lamb with rosemary and garlic.

Here are the six bottles worth looking out for, and what to serve them with.

1. Sainsbury’s Taste The Difference Malbec Cahors Red Wine 2022, France, £9,50, Sainsbury’s

The definition of a top-value red, this moreish malbec proves how Cahors – the grape’s spiritual home – overdelivers with its full-bodied wines; complex with boldly spiced black fruits framed by hints of vanilla, earthy note and smooth finish, it’s one for roasted dishes with crispy roast potatoes and savoury gravy.

2. Waitrose No 1 Corbières 2023, France, £12.75, Waitrose

A deep, rich red, Corbières hails from the Languedoc and is another top drop displaying its regional character. A blend of local varieties, it’s aromatic with black fruits, dried herbs and spices at the fore; classically styled with a generous core of dense, dark fruit, cherry, and black peppery spice, with a lingering finish. Think roasted venison with rosemary and garlic roast potatoes.

3. Co-op Irresistible Carménère 2024, Chile, £10.95, Co-op

Brimming with juicy plum, black cherry and brambly fruit, this is a brilliant example of Chile’s signature red grape, with characteristic hints of green bell pepper and leafy, herbal notes lending complexity and interest; finishing long and plush with notes of spice. A favourite find with roast beef seasoned with herbs and cracked black pepper, topped with caramelised onion gravy.

4. Nederburg Double Barrel Reserve Red Blend 2024, South Africa, £14, Waitrose

With a glass of this impressive red, you really do step into the realms of a Bordeaux blend with its five headline grapes – merlot, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, petit verdot and malbec… showing how South Africa turns its hand to these classic varietals.

Richly flavoured with a seductive bouquet of ripe berries and violets, it’s layered, structured and smooth from two-step oak-ageing; with a forest floor of black fruits, touch of cassis, everything melds seamlessly together with spices riding on the lingering finish. A leg of lamb with rosemary and garlic come to mind.

5. M&S Freedom Ridge Cabernet Merlot 2023, South Africa, £12, M&S

Another deftly blended red, cabernet sauvignon, merlot and malbec are in the mix and this full-bodied, savoury red more than delivers. Harmonious with good structure, expressive blackberry fruit, savoury notes, herbs and soft spice are at its heart, tasting plush and palate-coating. Instantly enjoyable, it’s another winner with roasted lamb or beef, crispy roast potatoes and rich-pan juices.

6. Bodegas Roqueblanca Rioja Garnacha 2025, Rioja, Spain, £14.99, Virgin Wines

A crowd-pleasing red, this fruit-forward red showcases the fresh face of Rioja with its vibrant flavours, vivid juicy red berries, ripe black cherry notes, sweet spice, and fresh, rounded finish. Made from 100% Garnacha, it’s just as impressive as those of its better-known tempranillo blends. A natural bedfellow with roasted meats, seasoned veggies, olive oil and garlic. Cheers!