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Sumptuous Châteauneuf from a Parker-rated family cellar and a difficult, yet high-quality vintage
FranceGrenache-based blend£27.00 per bottle
Superb 94-point Brunello from one of the top producers in this region. A dark, ageworthy 2020
ItalySangiovese£40.00 per bottle
A bold, structured Cabernet with Stellenbosch soul
South AfricaCabernet-based blend£26.00 per bottle
from £40.00 per bottle
Four Golds and 94 Suckling points for this rare, pure Graciano Rioja from a leading boutique estate
SpainGraciano£32.00 per bottle
Magnificent 95-point red from Bordeaux’s foremost winemaking dynasty Lafite Rothschild, in Argentina
ArgentinaMalbec-based blend£61.00 per bottle
Tremendous, 96-point second wine of the world-famous Clos Apalta, made for earlier enjoyment
ChileCabernet-based blendfrom £41.00 per bottle
A special bottling from this great estate – on a par with their magnificent Reserva EspecialSpainCabernet-based blend£28.00 per bottle
Smooth, smoky red wine classic from the cradle of South African PinotageSouth AfricaPinotage£55.00 per bottle
Rich, darkly spiced Garnacha from ancient vines in remote Calatayud, made by Norrel Robertson MWSpainGarnacha£27.00 per bottle- Only 37 left
from £60.00 per bottle - Only 38 left
£55.00 per bottle 
From one of the most famous bodegas of Rioja, this is a rich and racy Tempranillo of great finesseSpainTempranillo£26.00 per bottleSAVE £7.00
£25.00 per bottle- Only 16 left
Rich, velvety, dark and spicy, well-priced Châteauneuf-du-Pape, from the very good 2022 vintageFranceGrenache£25.00 per bottleSAVE £4.00 - Only 79 left
Fine, mature Puisseguin claret from 4th-generation owners of 1er Grand Cru Classé Beau-Séjour BécotFranceMerlot£19.99 per bottleSAVE £5.01 
£15.00 per bottleSAVE £15.00
Immense-value Rhône red wine from a top Châteauneuf familyFranceRed blend£24.00 per bottle
Richly flavoured, 93-point flagship Châteauneuf-du-Pape from the Rhône's great Jean-Marc DiffontyFranceGrenache-based blend£30.00 per bottleSAVE £2.00
Silky-smooth, elegant Saint-Émilion Grand Cru – rich, smooth and full of classic Right Bank charmFranceMerlot-based blend£30.00 per bottle
Outstanding 94-Point Bordeaux-inspired Tuscan red from a prime site within its coastal vineyardsItalyMerlot-based blend£35.00 per bottleSAVE £25.00
Impressive 95 points for this classic Pauillac, with brooding intensity and the structure to ageFranceCabernet-based blendfrom £35.00 per bottleSAVE UP TO £5.00- Only 34 left
from £36.00 per bottleSAVE UP TO £8.00 
A special opportunity to savour a perfectly matured Ribera del Duero from a leading estateSpainTempranillo£39.99 per bottle
Wine FAQs
What defines a fine red wine?
The truth is there is no official definition of fine wine. And you’ll find many different answers if you have a quick search online. To some people, fine wine is defined by price. For others, it’s about a wine’s rarity or reputation. You can read our take in our article on What is fine wine?
Ultimately it comes down to taste. A fine wine should have balance (where the acidity, tannin, sweetness, body and alcohol are all in harmony), complexity (the wine reveals many different layers of aromas and flavours), length (the flavours should last in the mouth) and elegance. It should reflect the unique terroir in which it was grown. And above all, a fine red wine should be a pleasure to drink!
Where do fine red wines come from?
Fine red wines can come from any wine region in the world. Traditionally, the best fine red wines came from Europe, especially the classic French wine regions of Bordeaux and Burgundy. But these days, you’ll find fine red wines made all over the world, from Brunello di Montalcino to Barossa.
That doesn’t mean that provenance doesn’t matter. Only the best vineyard sites can produce truly ‘fine wine’ and an important characteristic of fine wine is that it has a ‘sense of place’.
Do fine red wines age well?
Yes, fine red wines have better ageing potential than regular wines. Fine red wines are more complex and will usually (not always) evolve with age. But there are lots of factors that affect age-worthiness … grape variety, how the wine has been made, and where it’s from. Each wine is different so it’s difficult to make generalisations, but if you’re looking for a fine red wine for ageing, the reds of Bordeaux, Burgundy, the Rhône, Piedmont and Tuscany are a good place to start.
The easiest way to tell whether the wine you choose ages well is to look at the ‘Drink by’ dates on our website. It’s not the same as an expiry date but rather when we think the wines will be drinking at their best.
How do you store fine red wines?
To maintain the quality of your wines as they age, make sure you store them in ideal conditions. Wines should be aged horizontally, out of direct sunlight and with a constant cool temperature. 10-15 degrees is considered the optimum temperature for red wines.
Naturally, a cellar is perfect but not everyone has one! Other options include a temperature-controlled ‘wine fridge’, an outbuilding or garage, or in a storage cabinet kept in a cool place.
Take a look at our 5 tips and tricks for storing wine at home to find out more.
And if you’re looking for long-term storage of fine wine, we recommend you take advantage of our customer storage facility in Gloucester.
Storage is available for any wine you buy from us in our state-of-the-art warehouse. Temperature and humidity are not only monitored in various parts of the warehouse, they’re also actively controlled. Visit our fine wine hub to find out more or call our fine wine team on 03330 148 202.
What is considered the finest red wine?
That depends on who you ask! In terms of what is the most expensive, Domaine de la Romanée Conti in Burgundy still holds the record for the most expensive fine red wine sold at auction.
If you’re looking to get your hands on the world’s most sought-after bottles, from First-Growth Bordeaux to the top Super Tuscans and Grand Cru Burgundy, get in touch with our fine wine team by emailing finewine@laithwaiteswine.com or call 03330 148 202. They’ll be able to offer advice on the best fine red wines to choose and can also help you buy your wines En Primeur, essentially a way of buying wines before they’ve been bottled. You can find out more on our fine wine hub.
