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The Wine Front90 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Alkoomi
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Alkoomi 'Blackbutt' Cabernet Blend 2014"A collection of authentic wines that are made to bring people together, to bu..."$75.00 -
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James Halliday'98 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Duke's Vineyard
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Duke'S Magpie Hill Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2018"**98 Points Halliday - Top 100 Wines Halliday wine Companion** Deeply colo..."$35.00 -
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James Halliday'96 points
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Huon Hooke95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Duke's Vineyard
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.1% Alcohol
Dukes Magpie Hill Reserve Shiraz 2020"Lovely colour, complex nose, and lots of flavour. This was a drought year whi..."$41.99 -
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Jancis Robinson16.5 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Frankland Estate
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Frankland Estate 'Rocky Gully' Shiraz 2017"One of the best shiraz in the country. What the Rocky Gully offers is the sam..."$19.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Gaslight
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Gaslight Pinot Noir 2020"Great Southern, with it's cooler climate is quickly becoming know for produci..."$19.99 -
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James Halliday94 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Harewood
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Harewood Estate Shiraz Cabernet 2009"2009 was an exceptional vintage for this wine, showcasing full bodied black f..."$17.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
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Campbell Mattin94 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 1996
- Brand Houghtons
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Houghton Jack Mann Cabernet Sauvignon 1996"Made in honour of the great Jack Mann whom planted some of the first vines in..."$160.00 -
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Campbell Mattin94 points
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Bob Campbell MW94 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2012
- Brand Howard Park
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Howard Park Scotsdale Cabernet Sauvignon 2012""I look forward to tasting Great Southern shiraz ahead of cabernet but this 2..."$50.00 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Shiraz Blend
- Vintage 2008
- Brand Willoughby Park Winery
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Kalgan River Wines Shiraz Viognier 2008"The Kalgan River range is all Estate grown fruit from our premium Kalgan Rive..."$22.99 -
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James Halliday94 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2008
- Brand Pondalowie
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Plantagenet Shiraz 2008"Plantagenet was established by Tony Smith, who continues to be involved in it..."$22.99 -
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James Halliday94 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2003
- Brand Sandalford Wines
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Sandalford Prendiville Reserve Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon 2003"Sandalford is one of Australia's oldest and largest privately owned wineries...."$59.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand The Inventors
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
The Inventors Pinot Noir 2017"Selected from premium vineyards across the Frankland River, greapes were harv..."$14.99 -
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2016
- Brand West Cape Howe Wines
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
West Cape Howe 'Book Ends' Cabernet Sauvignon 2016"This Cabernet Sauvignon is from our most mature vineyards in Mt Barker with o..."$28.00 -
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2017
- Brand West Cape Howe Wines
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
West Cape Howe 'Book Ends' Cabernet Sauvignon 2017"This Cabernet Sauvignon is from our most mature vineyards in Mt Barker with o..."$28.00 -
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Campbell Mattin93 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2018
- Brand West Cape Howe Wines
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
West Cape Howe 'Book Ends' Cabernet Sauvignon 2018"This Cabernet Sauvignon is from our most mature vineyards in Mt Barker with o..."$32.00 -
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- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2015
- Brand West Cape Howe Wines
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
West Cape Howe 'Two Steps' Shiraz 2015"Sourced from our most mature vineyards in Mount Barker, only the very best pa..."$28.99
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.