WWF Spring Discovery Reds Case

Fresh cedary cabernet franc from Argentina with a pretty lead-pencil nose from cool-climate, high-altitude Las Chacayes in the Uco Valley.

This is a new project in Odesa, Ukraine by talented winemaker Eduard Gorodetsky. There is no winery yet – it's currently in progress – but it is proving understandably logistically challenging during a war. This merlot is a great example of a juicy, accessible red that is bursting with red plum, cherry and cedar spice. The tannins are present yet supple and this is an ideal red to serve with roast beef and tomato-based pasta dishes.

Simple but delicious Austrian red produced from the native zweigelt grape, which is often at its most charming when made in a friendly and unoaked style like this. The nose is delicate with crushed red-fruit character, mostly of strawberries and cherries, with a little twist of pepper. The palate is lifted, light and bright, with a freshness and purity throughout. Ideal drunk after 20 minutes in the fridge and perfect with a picnic.

Abundantly fruity, herbaceous garnacha. This has delightful jammy fruit and a hint of fennel with fleshy texture and a full finish. This comes from a small family project which is now run by third-generation Jorge Navascues.

Valpolicella, from the Veneto province, is one of Italy's best-known wines and this delightful example comes from an excellently run local co-operative in the region. Made in a bright, modern style, this delivers an uncomplicated, light-bodied glassful of cherry-fruit charm. Juicy and vibrant, with gentle tannins, it can be enjoyed on its own or with food. Try lightly chilled.

‘Pencil shavings, pomegrante, pepper, pot-pourri… all the Ps, actually!’ This southern French grenache-syrah blend is certainly popular, and perennially prevailing, reaching our Wine Championship podium for the second year in a row. ‘Vibrant’ and ‘savoury with lovely black fruit’, it’s also offered at a pleasing price!