
Australian Wine
Ruled By Flavor. Not Tradition.
A large, climatically diverse country with incredibly diverse terrain, producing just about every wine style imaginable, Australia has a grand winemaking history and some of the oldest vines on the planet. Most regions are concentrated in the south of the country with those inland experiencing warm, dry conditions and those in coastal areas receiving tropical, maritime or Mediterranean weather patterns. Australia has for several decades been at the forefront of winemaking technology and has widely adopted the use of screwcaps, even for some premium and ultra-premium bottles. Thanks to the country’s relatively agreeable climate throughout and the openness of its people, experimentation is common and ongoing.
Shiraz is indeed Australia’s most celebrated and widely planted variety; Barossa Valley leads the way, producing exceptionally bold and supple versions. Cabernet Sauvignon, Australia's second most planted variety, can be blended with Shiraz but also shines on its own particularly in Coonawarra and Margaret River. Grenache and Mourvèdre are also popular, both on their own and alongside Shiraz in Rhône Blends. Chardonnay is common throughout the country and made in a wide range of styles. Sauvignon Blanc has recently surged in popularity to compete with New Zealand’s distinctive version and Semillon is often blended in Margaret River or shines on its own in the Hunter Valley. Riesling thrives in the cool-climate Clare and Eden Valleys. Sticky-sweet fortified wine Rutherglen is a beloved regional specialty of Victoria.
- Syrah/Shiraz43
- Cabernet Sauvignon6
- Grenache6
- Rhône Blends3
- Bordeaux Red Blends3
- Other Red Blends2
- Wine Enthusiast3
- Wine Spectator2
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate2
- Wine & Spirits1
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Penley Estate Chertsey 2005Bordeaux Red Blends from Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia
- RP
- WE
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d'Arenberg The Galvo Garage 2005Bordeaux Red Blends from McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia
- RP
- WE
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Cullen Diana Madeline 2005Bordeaux Red Blends from Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia
- WE
- WS
- W&S