Red - Barossa Valley

The Barossa Valley is about an hour and a half drive to the North of Adelaide, in South Australia and is the oldest wine r… egion in the country, founded by German settlers. The region can be credited with putting Australian wine on the world wine map, thanks to Shiraz, which thrives in the warm climate (though Hunter Valley Semillon also contributed.) For many years traditionalist wine makers thought the grape variety was best suited to the cooler climates of the Rhone Valley and that the variet
Red - Barossa Valley
Filter by
Region
  1. 17 items Abruzzo
  2. 4 items Aconcagua
  3. 1 item Amyndeon
  4. 1 item Aragon
  5. 17 items Arizona
  6. 4 items Australia Multi Regional
  7. 1 item Australian Capital Territory
  8. 4 items Baden
  9. 1 item Barcelona
  10. 0 items Barossa Valley
  11. 33 items Beaujolais
  12. 710 items Bordeaux
  13. 2 items Burgenland
  14. 600 items Burgundy
  15. 124 items California
  16. 23 items Canterbury
  17. 1 item Castile and Leon
  18. 6 items Castilla-La Mancha
  19. 3 items Catalonia
  20. 148 items Central Otago
  21. 14 items Central Valley
  22. 1 item Champagne
  23. 1 item China Multi Regional
  24. 2 items Colchagua Valley
  25. 2 items Dao
  26. 2 items Emilia-Romagna
  27. 2 items France Multi Regional
  28. 2 items Friuli-Venezia Giulia
  29. 3 items Gisborne
  30. 45 items Hawkes Bay
  31. 1 item Italy Multi Regional
  32. 1 item Itata Valley
  33. 1 item Jura
  34. 3 items Kakheti
  35. 2 items La Rioja
  36. 30 items Languedoc Roussillon
  37. 7 items Loire Valley
  38. 5 items Lombardy
  39. 1 item Madrid
  40. 1 item Maipo Valley
  41. 2 items Mallorca
  42. 2 items Marches
  43. 19 items Marlborough
  44. 26 items Martinborough
  45. 53 items Mendoza
  46. 2 items Montsant
  47. 1 item Murcia
  48. 1 item Nelson
  49. 178 items New South Wales
  50. 5 items None
  51. 11 items Oregon
  52. 5 items Otago
  53. 263 items Piedmont
  54. 29 items Priorat
  55. 2 items Provence
  56. 24 items Puglia
  57. 6 items Queensland
  58. 279 items Rhone Valley
  59. 4 items Ribera del Duero
  60. 1 item Rio Negro
  61. 33 items Rioja
  62. 8 items Rioja Alavesa
  63. 1 item Rudesheim
  64. 2 items Salento
  65. 1 item Salta
  66. 1 item Savoy
  67. 52 items Sicily
  68. 1937 items South Australia
  69. 2 items Stellenbosch
  70. 3 items Swartland
  71. 162 items Tasmania
  72. 3 items Trentino
  73. 1 item Trentino-Alto Adige
  74. 134 items Tuscany
  75. 2 items Uruguay Multi Regional
  76. 1 item USA Multi Regional
  77. 32 items Veneto
  78. 765 items Victoria
  79. 11 items Waiheke Island
  80. 39 items Wairarapa
  81. 332 items Western Australia
  82. 10 items Western Cape
  83. 1 item Wurttemberg
  84. 2 items Yamanashi
  85. 5 items Southern Regions
  86. 1 item Hungary Multi Regional
More Filters Less Filters
We can't find products matching the selection.

Red Wine

Red wine is made from dark-colored grape varieties. The juice from these grapes is used to make red wine, and during the fermentation process, the juice is in contact with the grape skins, which gives red wine its color. The most common types of red wine include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz/Syrah. The flavors of red wine can range from fruity to spicy, and the tannins (a naturally occurring compound that can make wine taste dry) can range from low to high. Red wine is typically served at room temperature and is often paired with red meat and strong cheeses.

Red wine is typically aged in oak barrels before it is bottled, which can add flavors and aromas such as vanilla, spice, and toast to the wine. The aging process can also affect the tannins and acidity of the wine, making it taste smoother and more balanced. Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry. In addition, there are also variations in red wine depending on the region of production, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.

Red wine can be made using a variety of techniques and methods, each of which can affect the final taste and quality of the wine. For example, some winemakers use "cold soak" techniques to extract more color and flavor from the grapes. Cold soak is a method in which the grapes are left to macerate in the juice at a low temperature for a period of time before fermentation, this can extract more color and flavor from the grape skins without extracting too much tannin from the seeds. Other winemakers use "whole cluster fermentation" techniques to extract more complexity and depth from the wine. Whole cluster fermentation refers to fermenting the grapes with the stems included, which can add more tannin and structure to the wine.

The alcohol content of red wine can vary, but it is typically around 12-15% alcohol by volume (ABV). Some red wines, particularly those from warmer regions or those made using certain techniques, can have a higher alcohol content. For example, some Zinfandel wines produced in California can reach up to 16% alcohol by volume.

The flavor and aroma of red wine can be influenced by many factors, including the grape variety, the terroir (soil, climate, and topography) of the vineyard, and the winemaking techniques used. For example, a Pinot Noir from a cool climate region will have a high acidity and fruity flavors, while a Shiraz from a warm climate region will have a higher alcohol content, a more full-bodied texture, and a more spicy and black pepper profile.

Different styles of red wine can be enjoyed at different occasions, for example, some red wines are best consumed young and fresh, while others are meant to be aged for several years. For example, a young and fresh Beaujolais wine made from Gamay grapes can be consumed within a year or two, while a Bordeaux wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes can be aged for several years.

Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry.

Different regions also have their signature red wines, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.

 

Never want to miss out? Allow Notifications to hear more from us

Remind me later

Thank you! Please check your email inbox to confirm.

Oops! Notifications are disabled.