Jonathan Ray recommends a "cracking" Zinfandel in the form of the 2005 Bonterra Vineyards (Waitrose, 9.99) which "is full of luscious brambly fruit, plums, spice, pepper and even chocolate". On his radar also are the Nicolas Feuillatte Brut NV (Somerfield, 16.99) for its price and "high proportion of Pinot Meunier," while the 2007 Sauvignon Blanc Ned Waihopai River (Wine Society, 8.95) registers for its gooseberry and tropical fruit flavours.