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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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Decanter92 points
- Variety Malbec
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Bodega Catena Zapata
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Esquinas De Argento Malbec 2017"Nicola Cantena planted his first Malbvec vineyard in Mendoza in 1902! This wi..."$24.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Le Versant
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Le Versant 'Vin De Pays D'Oc' Pinot Noir 2018"Les Vignobles Foncalieu named 'Cooperative Winery of the Year 2012' by the Re..."$24.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Songlines Estates
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Songlines Estates Adelaide Hills Bylines Pinot Noir 2009"Songlines fruit comes from the 40 to 110 year old, flawless Shiraz vineyards ..."$22.99 -
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Lisa Perrotti-B88 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2008
- Brand Songlines Estates
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Songlines Estates Bylines Shiraz 2008"Songlines fruit comes from the 40 to 110 year old, flawless Shiraz vineyards ..."$21.99 -
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- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Yangarra Estate
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
United Cellars Reserve Selection 'Cabernets By Yangarra Estate' 2018"Comprised of 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 20% Petit Verdot, 14% Malbec..."$19.99 -
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Primo Estate
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
United Cellars Selection 'Cabernet By Primo Estate' 2017"A wonderful, complex & rich Cabernet made exclusively for United Cellars by t..."$21.99 -
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Yangarra Estate
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
United Cellars Selection 'Shiraz By Yangarra Estate' 2016"Made exclusively for United Cellars by Yangarra Estate using barrel selected ..."$19.99 -
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Willow Bridge
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Willow Bridge 'Dragonfly' Cabernet Merlot 2021"The Willow Bridge 'Dragonfly' Cabernet Merlot 2022 delivers delicious and bal..."$19.99 -
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Windowrie
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Windowrie The Mill Cabernet Merlot 2017"The Mill is the core range of cool-climate Central NSW producer Windowrie. Th..."$17.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2009
- Brand A.T. Richardson Wines
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
A.T. Richardson Chockstone Shiraz 2009"Known for its complex layers of flavours, nicely balanced acidity, and fine t..."$24.99 -
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Gary Walsh94 points
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Jeremy Pringle93 points
- Variety Grenache Blend
- Vintage 2011
- Brand Abbotts and Delaunay
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
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Gary Walsh94 points
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Jeremy Pringle94 points
- Variety Shiraz Blend
- Vintage 2011
- Brand Abbotts and Delaunay
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
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- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2016
- Brand None
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Adaptaur Reserve Shiraz Cabernet 2016"Small parcels of the best quality fruit were chosen for this Reserve Shiraz, ..."$19.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Punt Road
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Airlie Bank Pinot Noir 2020"A medium bodied palate with vibrant cherry and plum flavours. Hints of spice ..."$21.90 -
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Jeb Dunnuck94 points
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United Cellars96 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Alain Jaume et Fils
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Alain Jaume Cotes Du Rhone Les Champauvins 2016"Intense, brilliant garnet-red colour. It reveals lovely fruit, loads of body ..."$24.99 -
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- Variety Tempranillo
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Alegro
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Alegro Rioja Crianza 2017"A representative wine of the new Rioja style, interpreted from modernity. Ele..."$24.99 -
- Variety Tempranillo
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Alegro
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Alegro Rioja Tinto Tempranillo 2019"A fun, fruity wine, perfect to enjoy every day with a snack or any Mediterran..."$19.99
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.