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Here is this week's top pick of good value bottles to savour

Louis Jadot Bourgogne Chardonnay 2008, France, Tesco down from 10.20 to two bottles for 15, until April 6. Grab this superior style of generic white Burgundy while it is on offer. Capable of ageing for another 12 months or more, it has a nutty elegant style. Online only (Tesco.com)

Zalze Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz Ros 2009, South Africa, Waitrose down from 6.49 to 4.99. Get in the mood for springtime with this fruity, herb-dusted strawberry and cherry-stacked ros.

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Kanonkop Kadette 2008, South Africa, Lewis and Cooper, Northallerton (01609 772880) 4.99. Scramble for a few bottles of this chunky, damsony and spice-edged Pinotage which has just arrived in Northallerton. The usual price elsewhere is about 3 more, so stock up for the barbecue season.

Taylor's LBV Port 2004, Morrisons down from 12.99 to 9.99 until April 11. Spring may be in the air but with Easter ahead you'll need a glass of port to go with all the chocolate.