2008 Marks & Spencer Vino da Tavola, Mondo del Vino (£3.99, 13%). A cross-regional blend of Merlot, Nero d'Avola, Sangiovese and Syrah from the Veneto, Abruzzo and Sicily, this is an excellent cheapie with no oak, lots of colour, fresh acidity, black cherry and plumskin fruit and a firm, food-seeking finish.