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James Halliday'96 points
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Nick Butler95 points
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Gary Walsh94 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Balnaves Of Coonawarra
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Balnaves The Tally Cabernet Sauvignon 2014"Balnaves is a family owned wine company in the heart of the famous Coonawarra..."$99.99 -
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James Halliday'95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Elderton Wines
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Elderton Command Barossa Shiraz 2018"This truly excellent example of Barossa shiraz comes from vines planted in 18..."$139.99 -
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James Halliday'95 points
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Campbell Mattin94 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Hickinbotham
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Hickinbotham Brooks Road Shiraz 2020"The growing season was affected by a very hot spring, leading to the lowest y..."$77.99 -
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James Halliday'97 points
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Gary Walsh93 points
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Nick Stock92 points
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Hickinbotham
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Hickinbotham The Revivalist Merlot 2018"The Revivalist has a powerful bouquet of black cherry, milk chocolate and a t..."$72.99 -
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James Halliday96 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2004
- Brand O'Leary Walker
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
O'Leary Walker Claire Reserve Shiraz 2004"Sourced from 100 year old vines yielding only 1 tonne per acre. Only 200 case..."$119.99 -
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James Halliday97 points
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James Suckling99 points
- Variety Shiraz Blend
- Vintage 1996
- Brand Penfolds
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.2% Alcohol
Penfolds Grange 1996"Grange is the benchmark by which other Australian reds are often measured. Gr..."$999.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2005
- Brand Pipers Brook
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Pikes The EWP Reserve Shiraz 2005"Pikes is an icon of the Clare Valley, having produced incredible Riesling and..."$53.99 -
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James Halliday'95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2016
- Brand None
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Poonawatta The Cuttings Shiraz 2016"Magnificent colour featuring an impenetrable inky black heart and an equally ..."$42.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
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Gary Walsh95 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2005
- Brand Rolf Binder
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Robertson of Clare Max V 2005"Bryan Robertson, initially producing a single wine, the MAXV. The Bordeaux va..."$44.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2004
- Brand Saltrams
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Saltram No.1 Shiraz 2004"For more than 150 years, Saltram has celebrated the tradition and heritage be..."$108.00 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 1991
- Brand Seppelt
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Seppelt Dorrien Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 1991"Sadly, the Seppelt Dorrien Vineyard Cabernet is no longer produced, this snap..."$130.00 -
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James Halliday96 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 1996
- Brand Seppelt
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Seppelt Dorrien Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 1996"Seppelt individual vineyard wines are only produced in years when the quality..."$148.01 -
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James Halliday96 points
- Variety Grenache Blend
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Serafino Wines
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Serafino McLaren Vale GSM 2020"Serafino black label wines are selected from our estate grown individual vine..."$24.99 -
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James Halliday'97 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Stella Bella
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Stella Bella Luminosa Cabernet Sauvignon 2019"Stella Bella is one of the most successful wineries in WA, consistently deliv..."$89.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2005
- Brand Sweetwater
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Sweetwater Shiraz 2005"Sourced from a single vineyard located at Sweetwater Ridge in the northern Be..."$74.99 -
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James Halliday'95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Woods Crampton
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Woods Crampton Mengler’s Shiraz 2021"This is a blend of a single Barossa Valley vineyard and a single Eden Valley ..."$28.00 -
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James Halliday'95 points
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Stuart Knox95 points
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Mike Bennie92 points
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James Suckling91 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Yangarra Estate
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Yangarra Estate Shiraz 2019""Shiraz from our estate vineyard adopts more of a cooler climate expression t..."$29.99 -
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James Halliday'96 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Yarra Yering
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Yarra Yering 'Agincourt' Cabernet Malbec 2016"From winemaker of the year 2017, Sarah Crowe. Fruit was sourced from Agincour..."$95.00 -
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James Halliday98 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Yarra Yering
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Yarra Yering 'Underhill' Shiraz 2014"100% Shiraz sourced exclusively from the unirrigated 1973 planted 8 acre bloc..."$130.00 -
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James Halliday'98 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Yarra Yering
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Yarra Yering Carrodus Shiraz 2015"Hand harvested small section of the Shiraz vineyard for this wine, destemmed ..."$275.00 -
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James Halliday'95 points
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Mike Bennie93 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Yarra Yering
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Yarra Yering ‘Agincourt’ Cabernet Malbec 2018"75% Cab 25% Malbec Fruit was sourced from the Agincourt block of Cabernet ..."$75.00 -
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James Halliday'96 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Yarra Yering
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Yarra Yering ‘Agincourt’ Cabernet Malbec 2019"75% Cab 25% Malbec Fruit was sourced from the Agincourt block of Cabernet ..."$105.00 -
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.