From the silky seduction of a Hawkes Bay Merlot to the peppered power of a Barossa Shiraz, we have all the red bases covered brilliantly. For the hedonistic, scholarly and even the frivolous, the red varieties offer endless opportunities for pleasure and excitement, and can inspire debate as robust as Cabernet tannins. Whether you're grilling meat on the barbie or grilling your neighbour on the best Burgundy domaine, below is an extensive selection of red wines you really ought to have a wander through.

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