SHIRAZ

Shiraz wine is Australia’s most popular wine varietal. Australia has an international reputation for its blockbuster, Shiraz-based reds. The most famous region for a classic Aussie Shiraz is the Barossa Valley with its distinctive rich, spicy blackberry, plum and berry flavours. Look for examples from Stonyfell, Duval, Stefano de Pieri, Dandelion and Pelican Point. Outside of Australia, the same grape is called Syrah. Often wineries in cooler climate regions of Australia and New Zealand, such as Central Otago or Tasmania, will refer to their Shiraz wines as Syrah. Aussie Syrah is usually a more refined and elegant wine compared to its big bold Shiraz counterpart, but just as delicious. Whatever your preferred style, Shiraz is an essential building block for any wine collection. Love Shiraz? Check out our My Favourites Shiraz Reservation, a wine subscription that delivers a mixed case of top quality Shiraz wine, five times a year.