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- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Black-Wattle
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Black Wattle Black Label Shiraz 2006"Made by award winning winemaker Neil Doddridge."$39.99 -
- Variety Malbec
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Bleasdale
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Bleasdale 067 Malbec 2014"One of the most historic wineries in Australia; in '20 it celebrated 170 year..."$17.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Malbec
- Vintage 2012
- Brand Bleasdale
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bleasdale Generations Malbec 2012"This wine is dark purple with intense aromas of violets, blackberry, plum and..."$24.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2008
- Brand Bleasdale
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Bleasdale Powder Monkey Shiraz 2008"The Powder Monkey is Bleasdale’s top-priced shiraz release."$59.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2010
- Brand Bleasdale
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Bleasdale Powder Monkey Shiraz 2010"The Powder Monkey is Bleasdale’s top-priced shiraz release."$59.99 -
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Sam Kim93 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Elephant in the Room
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Elephant In The Room Cabernet Sauvignon 2018"The Elephant in the Room wines are proudly large in scale and expansive in fl..."$13.99 -
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Patrick Eckel94 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2018
- Brand None
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Heartland Directors Cut Shiraz 2018"The flagship release of what could be one of Australia’s best value producers..."$32.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
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Huon Hooke92 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Lake Breeze
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Lake Breeze 'Winemaker's Selection' Shiraz 2016"Wines under our Lake Breeze ‘Winemaker’s Selection’ label are only released i..."$44.99 -
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Mike Bennie93 points
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Nick Butler90 points
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Ned Goodwin MW87 points
- Variety Shiraz Blend
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Lake Breeze
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Lake Breeze Bernoota Shiraz Cabernet 2018"'Bernoota’ was the original name given to the homestead on the Lake Breeze pr..."$22.00 -
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James Halliday'91 points
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Nick Butler95 points
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Gary Walsh94 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Lake Breeze
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Lake Breeze Cabernet Sauvignon 2018"The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon uses fruit produced from 40 year old vines on the..."$23.99 -
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Huon Hooke90 points
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Toni Paterson M90 points
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James Halliday'95 points
- Variety Grenache
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Lake Breeze
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Lake Breeze Old Vine Grenache 2018"This classic wine was hand picked from the 1932 planting of Grenache, nurture..."$23.99 -
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James Halliday91 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Lake Breeze
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Lake Breeze Wines Bernoota Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2009"2009 was something of a perfect growing season for Lake Breeze in the Langhor..."$11.99 -
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James Halliday93 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Lake Breeze
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Lake Breeze Wines Cabernet Sauvignon 2009"2009 was something of a perfect growing season for Lake Breeze in the Langhor..."$17.99 -
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- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Lake Breeze
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Lake Breeze Wines Chapel Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2009"2009 was something of a perfect growing season for Lake Breeze in the Langhor..."$17.99 -
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James Halliday'95 points
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Toni Paterson M95 points
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Huon Hooke88 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Lake Breeze
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Lakebreeze 'Arthur's Reserve' Cabernet Petit Verdot 2018"This stylish wine is a tribute to Arthur Follett, who planted the first vines..."$44.99 -
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- Variety Shiraz Blend
- Vintage 2007
- Brand Langhorne-Creek
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Langhorne Creek Area Red Blend 2007"A decadent, sensational wine that truly reflects the best of an outstanding r..."$22.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Casa Freschi
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Luciano Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne 2016 [1.5L Magnum]"Bright flavours of red berry fruits coat the palate alongside luscious hints ..."$520.00 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Plus & Minus
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 0.0% Alcohol
Plus & Minus Langhorne Creek Pinot Noir 2021 Non Alc."Plus & Minus is a contemporary range of wines developed to be richer in antio..."$12.99 -
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Wild and Wilder
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Wild And Wilder The Opportunist Shiraz 2019"An aromatic bouquet of ripe fruits, cherries and blackcurrants, with notes of..."$21.99 -
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James Halliday90 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Zontes Footstep
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Zonte's Footstep Langhorne Creek Lake Doctor Shiraz 2009"Brad Rey is the kingpin of a small group of winemakers and wine marketers who..."$11.99 -
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.