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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Petite Sirah
- Vintage 2019
- Brand A.T. Richardson Wines
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
A T Richardson Hard Hill Road Petite Sirah 2019"Also known as Durif, these thick-skinned black grapes produce majestic wines ..."$39.99 -
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- Variety Mencia
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Algueira
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Algueira Mencia Carravel Ribeira Sacra 2013"Mencia is a red wine grape native to northwest Spain. They tend to exhibit ea..."$99.99 -
- Variety Mencia
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Algueira
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Algueira Mencia Pizarra Ribeira Sacra 2013"Critic tasting note: "Colour: Cherry, garnet rim. Nose: cocoa bean, fruit pre..."$99.99 -
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Patricia Tapia97 points
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James Suckling97 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Almaviva
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Almaviva Puente Alto 2019"Almaviva 2019 is yet another superb vintage produced by joint venture between..."$350.00 -
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James Suckling98 points
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Decanter96 points
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Jane Anson95 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Ao Yun
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Ao Yun 2018"Ao Yun is the realisation of a dream to produce world class, Bordeaux-style w..."$599.01 -
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Mark Faber94 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Ascheri
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Ascheri Langhe Nebbiolo 2021"Ascheri Langhe Nebbiolo 2021 is an exquisite wine that is sure to delight you..."$44.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Atze's Corner
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Atze's Corner Zen Master 2013"This is the Zen Master, a Barossa Shiraz made from one hundred year old vines..."$149.99 -
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- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Barwang
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Barwang Cabernet Sauvignon 2016"Originally established in 1969, Barwang and some selected other low yielding ..." -
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Stephen Tanzer94 points
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Burghound94 points
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Jancis Robinson18 points
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The Wine Advoca93 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Benjamin Leroux
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Benjamin Leroux Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru 2013"This wine is very typical of the finest makers in the appellation, offering a..." -
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Decanter96 points
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Burghound94 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Benjamin Leroux
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Benjamin Leroux Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru 2017"Due to its small size (at 6.6 hectares it is about one-third of the size of C..." -
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Mike Bennie89 points
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Jeremy Oliver90 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 1980
- Brand Best's Wines
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Best's Great Western Bin No 0 Shiraz 1980"Best's Great Western Bin 0 Shiraz has intense mulberry/blackberry aromas, bac..." -
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Jeremy Oliver93 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 1981
- Brand Best's Wines
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Best's Great Western Bin No 0 Shiraz 1981"Best's Great Western Bin 0 Shiraz has intense mulberry/blackberry aromas, bac..."$199.99 -
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James Suckling95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Best's Wines
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bests Bin 1 Shiraz 2020"With the inevitable scarcity of Best’s Thomson Family and Bin No. 0 Shiraz wi..."$24.99 -
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Jancis Robinson18 points
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James Suckling99 points
- Variety Sangiovese
- Vintage 2018
- Brand None
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Bibi Graetz Colore Toscana IGT 2018""Made from very old vines with a blend of 90% Sangiovese, 5% Colorino and 5% ..."$495.00 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Bodega Volcanes de Chile
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Bodega Volcanes de Chile Reserva Pinot Noir 2018"With 2,900 volcanoes, Chile has a huge variety of volcanic soils spread acros..."$29.99 -
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James Suckling95 points
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Huon Hooke95 points
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Ralph Kyte-Powe96 points
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Nick Butler95 points
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Mike Bennie94+ points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Brokenwood
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Brokenwood Tallawanta Shiraz 2018"Perfumed aromas of bramble and red spice and red cherry flavours. Fine tannin..."$140.00 -
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James Halliday96 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Brokenwood
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Brokenwood Verona Shiraz 2017"Lovely depth of colour along with purple tints due to the dry year and slight..."$99.99 -
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James Halliday94 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Brokenwood
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Brokenwood Verona Shiraz 2018"Brokenwood consistently produces excellent wines"$99.99 -
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James Halliday94 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Brokenwood
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Brokenwood Wildwood Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2018"Brokenwood consistently produces excellent wines"$100.00 -
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James Suckling98 points
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Jane Anson97 points
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Decanter97 points
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Lisa Perrotti-B96 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Catena Zapata
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.9% Alcohol
Catena Zapata 'Nicolas' 2020"The wine recreates the “Original Bordeaux Blend” of the 18th and 19th Centuri..."$195.00 -
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- Variety Barbera
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Cavallotto
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Cavallotto Barbera d'Alba Vigna del Cuculo 2020"2020 Cavallotto Barbera d'Alba Vigna del Cuculo comes from a wonderfully bala..."$85.00 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Domaine Chandon de Briailles
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Chandon de Briailles Corton-Clos du Roi Grand Cru 2017"Domaine Chandon de Briailles is a wine producer in the north of the Côte de B..."$299.99 -
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Vinous93 points
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Allen Meadows92 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Domaine Chandon de Briailles
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Chandon de Briailles Corton-Marechaudes Grand Cru 2016"Domaine Chandon de Briailles Corton-Maréchaudes Grand Cru 2016 is a fruity re..."$325.00 -
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Jancis Robinson17 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Domaine Chandon de Briailles
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Chandon de Briailles Corton-Marechaudes Grand Cru 2017"Domaine Chandon de Briailles is a wine producer in the north of the Côte de B..."$325.00 -
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.