Australia's No. 1 Red Wine

Australia has a lot of regions that are growing wines well and fast, which is why the country is also one of the most dependable wine exporters in the world. Australia's relatively cool climate makes it a good breeding ground for grapes. And while Italy s famous for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and America for its white wine (Chardonnay), Australia is much respected for the Shiraz wine. It's a dark, full-bodied red wine made from the Shiraz grapes, which are not only the most widely grown in the country but are also noted for being the source of very powerful wines. Australia's red wines are often dry and thereby have a higher alcohol content at 14%. Still, it's loved for being fragrant, fruity, and sophisticated.
Among Australia's popular wine growing regions, including McLaren Vale and Hunter Valley, the Barossa Valley is the most respected region. And that is why the Peter Lehmann Shiraz is so popular among Australians, and worldwide drinkers alike. It's one of the best wines ever produced, having been aged in French and American oaks. The Grenache Shiraz is well scented, with a fruity (berries) fragrance, and notes of chocolate or mocha, liquorice, and sometimes vanilla. It's generally sweet, but the strength and complexity of its taste may make it seem a bit tangy and bitter. Like other red wines, this one also leaves earthy and very savory notes of leather and truffle. Its tannins are just enough, leaving you that pleasant velvety feel in your mouth, while its taste lingers in your mouth quite long. It's best served when slightly chilled. If it's too cold it tends to be sour. As for food pairing, the Shiraz Barossa is great with pasta in red sauces, game dishes, steaks and other robustly flavored meats, soft and strong cheeses, and even grilled salmon and tuna. It's best to drink also when you're having something with lots of gravy on it. The Shiraz Barossa can cost as much as $100, and as low as (believe it or not) $5 a bottle.

By: Stephen John

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