Christine Austin Baffled by the bottles on supermarket shelves? Here are some signposts to help you match your wine to whatever you are planning for the weekend , with five that are perfect for a quiet night on the sofa or a slow meal… 1. A proper weekend red What to look for Soft flavours that charm the tastebuds but don't dominate the conversation. Try a côtes du rhône, a soft Sicilian negroamaro, or a not-too-expensive Australian shiraz.