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Robert Parker's90 points
- Variety Carignan
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Cuvee de Pena
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
Cuvee de Pena Vin de Pays des Pyrenees-Orientales 2009"A medium-bodied wine offering aromas of black cherries and light spicy, smoky..."$14.99 -
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Sam Kim4 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Family Wine Growers
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Family Wine Growers Shiraz 2022"The perfect house red, such a good drink. 20% of the Shiraz in this wine come..."$14.99 -
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- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Jardim do Bomfim
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Jardim do Bomfim McLaren Vale Shiraz 2019"Jardim Do Bomfim is a boutique producer sourcing grapes from a selection of g..."$14.99 -
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Miles From Nowhere
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Miles From Nowhere Cabernet Merlot 2022"This is a dazzling Cabernet Merlot. Lifted aromas of blackcurrant, mulberry, ..."$14.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Nugan Estate
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Nugan Estate Third Generation Pinot Noir 2018"WINNER; GOLD: 2018 Riverina Wine Awards - Open Classes SILVER: 2019 Riverin..."$9.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Plus & Minus
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 0.0% Alcohol
Plus & Minus Langhorne Creek Pinot Noir 2022 Non Alc."Plus & Minus is a contemporary range of wines developed to be richer in antio..."$12.99 -
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Plus & Minus
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 0.0% Alcohol
Plus & Minus Langhorne Creek Shiraz 2022 Non Alc."Plus & Minus is a contemporary range of wines developed to be richer in antio..."$12.99 -
- Variety Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage 2010
- Brand Porta Winery
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Porta Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2010"Produced by Dos Andes Wines in the Aconcagua Region of Chile."$14.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Road to Enlightenment
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Road To Enlightenment Pinot Noir 2018"Lifted aromas of plum, cherry, rose petal, cedar and undergrowth. This is an ..."$14.99 -
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Sam Kim4 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Tyrrell's
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
United Cellars Shiraz By Bruce Tyrrell 2020"The United Cellars 'Varietal' Range brings you the most popular varieties, ma..."$14.99 -
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- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Bisquertt Family Vineyard
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Vina Bisquertt Syrah Casa La Joya Reserve 2009"2009 was a remarkably strong vintage for Chilean reds"$14.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Zilzie
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Zilzie 'Adelaide Hills' Pinot Noir 2018"The fruit was selected from premium Adelaide Hills vineyards, cool fermented ..."$14.99 -
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Zilzie
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Zilzie 'Selection 23' Merlot 2020"As with all Zilzie wines, this represents outstanding value and superb qualit..."$9.99 -
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Zilzie
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Zilzie 'Selection 23' Merlot 2022"As with all Zilzie wines, this represents outstanding value and superb qualit..."$13.99 -
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Zilzie
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Zilzie Estate Shiraz 2013"Unveiling mulberry and cherry aromas with spicy vanillin oak, this Zilzie Est..."$9.99 -
- Variety Tempranillo
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Alegro
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Alegro Rioja Tinto Tempranillo 2020"A fun, fruity wine, perfect to enjoy every day with a snack or any Mediterran..."$14.99 -
- Variety Tempranillo Blends
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Altacena
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Altacena Tempranillo 2018"A great value tempranillo with an inviting nose of ripe dark berries and plum..."$12.99 -
- Variety Tempranillo Blends
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Altacena
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Altacena Tempranillo 2019"A great value tempranillo with an inviting nose of ripe dark berries and plum..."$12.99 -
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2011
- Brand McPherson Wines
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Andrew McPherson Full Fifteen Red 2011"Founded in 2003 The Full Fifteen has aimed to produce big, black velvety reds..."$8.99 -
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 1997
- Brand Austins & Co
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Austins & Co Barrabool Shiraz 1997"There are supple fruits like dark plum, raspberry and cranberry with just hin..."$14.99 -
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Both Barrels
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Both Barrels Shiraz 2009"Rich, Ripe and powerful wines from a powerful vintage"$12.00 -
- Variety Merlot
- Vintage 1998
- Brand Capel Vale
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Capel Vale Merlot 1998"A pioneer of the West Australian wine industry, Capel Vale was first planted ..."$11.99 -
- Variety Petit Verdot
- Vintage 2006
- Brand De Bortoli
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
De Bortoli Deen Vat Series No 4 Petit Verdot 2006"The De Bortoli heritage encompasses the universal story of immigrants making ..."$11.99 -
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James Halliday90 points
- Variety Shiraz
- Vintage 1998
- Brand De Bortoli
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
De Bortoli Shiraz 1998"The De Bortoli heritage encompasses the universal story of immigrants making ..."$14.99 -
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.