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Ray Jordan95 points
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Ned Goodwin MW95 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Chateau Yaldara
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
1847 Wines "The Pinnacle" Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2016"There's a bright, spicy appearance to this Cabernet Shiraz old Australian cla..."$84.99 -
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Stuart Knox95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2020
- Brand A.T. Richardson Wines
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
A T Richardson Hard Hill Road Close Planted Shiraz 2020"Grown in our close-planted blocks our Hard Hill Road vineyard in Great Wester..."$44.99 -
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James Halliday94 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2018
- Brand A.T. Richardson Wines
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
A T Richardson Hard Hill Road Nebbiolo 2018"The Nebbiolo is focused and complex with a great depth and tight structure. F..."$50.00 -
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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 Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Punt Road
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Airlie Bank Pinot Noir 2021"A medium bodied palate with vibrant cherry and plum flavours. Hints of spice ..."$21.90 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Punt Road
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Airlie Bank Pinot Noir 2022"Airlie Bank Pinot Noir 2022 is a wine that is sure to delight any wine lover...."$24.99 -
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Vinous90 points
- Variety Barbera
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Albino Rocca
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Albino Rocca Barbera d'Alba 2022"Totally opaque black dark red core with a bright deep purple red hue. A fragr..."$39.99 -
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- Variety Durif
- Vintage 2021
- Brand All Saints Estate
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.2% Alcohol
All Saints Durif 2021"A bouquet of violets and ripe berries.Firm and full bodied with a seriously t..."$32.99 -
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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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Erin Larkin94 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Altus Rise
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.49% Alcohol
Altus Rise Ascension Cabernet Sauvignon 2019"Ascension selection came from vibrancy freshness and varietal expression. The..."$34.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Amen Break
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Amen Break Central Otago Pinot Noir 2022"Rich, deep ruby colour and inviting aromas of dark cherry, raspberry, and a h..."$30.00 -
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Bob Campbell MW95 points
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Cameron Douglas95 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Amisfield
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Amisfield Pinot Noir 2021"Amisfield's flagship wine, has bright, focused dark fruits classic to the Cen..."$61.99 -
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Burghound91 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Maison Andre Goichot
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Andre Goichot Corton Grand Cru 2018"A highly expressive Grand Cru from Burgundy's iconic Corton region. A favouri..."$239.99 -
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Wine Enthusiast92 points
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Burghound90 points
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Michael Cooper5 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Maison Andre Goichot
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Andre Goichot Santenay 1er Cru La Maladière 2019"A distinguished premier cru Pinot Noir from Santenay & amazing example of the..."$99.99 -
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James Halliday97 points
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Ned Goodwin MW95 points
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The Real Review94 points
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Fine Wine Club95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Angove Family Winemakers
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Angove The Medhyk Shiraz 2018"Angove The Medhyk Shiraz 2018 is an exceptional wine that offers a truly capt..."$56.99 -
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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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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Apsley Gorge
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Apsley Gorge Pinot Noir 2020"Tasmania's Apsley Gorge is a world apart. The location is unique, the vineyar..."$65.00 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Apsley Gorge
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Apsley Gorge Pinot Noir 2021"Tasmania's Apsley Gorge is a world apart. The location is unique, the vineyar..."$65.00 -
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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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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Ata Rangi
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Ata Rangi 'Crimson' Pinot Noir 2022"This Crimson Pinot Noir has a fragrant nose of dried roses and hay. Fresh thy..."$44.99 -
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Mark Faber95 points
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Jane Faulkner92 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Atlas Wines
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Atlas Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir 2020"Very elegant and pale in colour, slight garnet coming through, started on nos..."$35.00 -
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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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Ned Goodwin MW,94 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Bannockburn Vineyards
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Bannockburn 'De La Terre' Pinot Noir 2022"Certified organic. De La Terre is a beautiful sloping vineyard that was plant..."$74.99 -
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Campbell Mattin95 points
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James Halliday97 points
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Huon Hooke95 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Bannockburn Vineyards
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2022"Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2022 is an exceptional wine that is worth trying. ..."$64.99 -
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.