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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 -
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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
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Nick Stock95 points
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Campbell Mattin95 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Bicknell FC
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.2% Alcohol
Bicknell FC 'Applecross' Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2019"Made by Gourmet Traveller Winemaker of the year 2017, Dave Bicknell. A showca..."$50.00 -
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Luis Gutierrez92 points
- Variety Malbec
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Catena Zapata
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec 2019"The Catena wines are a special assemblage of High Mountain Estate Vineyards m..."$29.99 -
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Tyson Stelzer95 points
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Jancis Robinson17 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage NV
- Brand Bollinger
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Bollinger 'Special Cuvee' NV Champagne"Some 30 crus go into the blend (including a large proportion - 80% minimum - ..."$94.99 -
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International WSilver points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage NV
- Brand Champagne Autréau
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Champagne Autreau Brut 1er Cru Champagne NV"Made from 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Pinot Meuneir & 20% Chardonnay from Premier Cru..."$84.99 -
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Campbell Mattin92 points
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Josh Raynolds91 points
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Wine Spectator91 points
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Wine Enthusiast91 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage NV
- Brand Champagne Drappier
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
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Robert Parker's94 points
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Wine Enthusiast94 points
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Wine Spectator94 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2008
- Brand Champagne Drappier
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Champagne Drappier Grande Sendree 2008"2008 is one of the highest rated vintages in history for Champagne. Only the ..."$349.99 -
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James Suckling95 points
- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 2012
- Brand Champagne Charles Heidsieck
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Charles Heidsieck Vintage Brut 2012"The nose shows subtle toasted and smoked notes with a touch of liquorice and ..."$209.99 -
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Wine Enthusiast99 points
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James Suckling98 points
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Vinous98 points
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Robert Parker's98 points
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Wine Spectator97 points
- Variety Merlot Blend
- Vintage 2010
- Brand Château Ausone
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Chateau Ausone 2010"This world famous property is superbly situated on the limestone hillsides of..."$2,899.99 -
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Robert Parker's100 points
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James Suckling97 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Chateau Bellevue Mondotte
- Cellaring None
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Chateau Bellevue Mondotte 2009"Chateau Bellevue Mondotte is a small estate in Saint-Emilion, they produce a ..."$650.00 -
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James Suckling91 points
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Wine Enthusiast92 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Chateau Ferrande
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Chateau Ferrande Graves Bordeaux 2018"The wines are aged in an average of 20% new, French oak barrels for 12 to 14 ..."$50.00 -
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James Suckling94 points
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Robert Parker's93 points
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Decanter92 points
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Jeb Dunnuck92 points
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Vinous92 points
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2012
- Brand Alter Ego
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.7% Alcohol
Chateau Palmer Alter Ego de Palmer 2012"51% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot. Alter Ego is the seco..."$215.00 -
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- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2004
- Brand Chateau Reynella
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Chateau Reynella Basket Pressed Shiraz 2004"The Reynell brand is a recent innovation that encompasses the very best McLar..."$99.90 -
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Richard Hemming16.5 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Chateau Saintongey
- Cellaring None
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Chateau Saintongey Vieilles Vignes 2009"From the producer - "We immediately perceive a good maturity of the grapes in..."$35.99 -
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- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Chris Ringland
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Chris Ringland Hoffman Shiraz 2006"Inaugural Vintage for this wine Chris Ringland shot to fame in the 1990's ..."$650.00 -
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Sam Kim96 points
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James Halliday'94 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Curtis
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Curtis Limited Series Mclaren Vale Shiraz 2016"Inky dark fruit on the nose with hints of iodine, mulberry, blackberry and da..."$69.91 -
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- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Château Sixtine
- Cellaring None
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Cuvee du Vatican Cotes du Rhone Villages 2009"Felicien Henri Desire Diffonty founded Chateau Sixtine in 1900 in the Chateau..."$28.99 -
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Wine Enthusiast92 points
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2009
- Brand d'Arenberg
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
D'Arenberg The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2009"The nose exhibits textbook Cabernet aromatics of black currant leaf, violets ..."$79.99 -
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- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2011
- Brand Dirupi
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Dirupi Valtellina Superiore Riserva DOCG 2011"A traditional expression of Nebbiolo from the fantastic sub-region of Valtell..." -
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Neal Martin98 points
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Allen Meadows94 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüe
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Comte Georges De Vogue Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2018"Once again the colour is notably dark. Really intriguing deep dark fruit nose..."$1,650.00 -
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Wine Enthusiast93 points
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James Suckling94 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Coursodon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Domaine Coursodon L'Olivaie St-Joseph 2015""Hints of sweaty horse saddle, chocolate and bramble lend intoxicating comple..." -
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Jancis Robinson16.5 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Domaine De Bellene
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Domaine de Bellene Cotes de Nuits Villages Vieilles Vignes 2017"Domaine de Bellene is a well respected Burgundy producer founded by Nicolas P..."$99.99 -
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Jeb Dunnuck97 points
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Robert Parker's97 points
- Variety Syrah
- Vintage 2010
- Brand Domaine de la Charbonniere
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.5% Alcohol
Domaine de la Charbonniere Chateauneuf-du-Pape Cuvee Speciale Les Hautes Brusquieres 2010 1.5L"Jammy blackberry, stone, earth, Provencal herbs, black raspberry jam and spic..."$430.00 -
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.