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Ministry of Clouds McLaren Vale Shiraz 2022 (6 Bottle Case)-Red Wine-World Wine
Ministry of Clouds McLaren Vale Shiraz 2022 (6 Bottle Case)
$194.94
Oliver’s Taranga HJ Reserve Shiraz 2020-Red Wine-World Wine
Oliver’s Taranga HJ Reserve Shiraz 2020
$65.77
Mollydooker The Boxer Shiraz 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Mollydooker The Boxer Shiraz 2021
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Wine Spectator – Juicy notes of ripe black cherry and spiced plum are thick and velvety, oozing with details of baking spices, tobacco and Earl Grey tea on the finish. Concentrated and complex. The thick tannins add some charm. Drink now through 2030.

$32.16
Two Hands ‘Sexy Beast’ Cabernet Sauvignon McLaren Vale 2022-Red Wine-World Wine
Two Hands ‘Sexy Beast’ Cabernet Sauvignon McLaren Vale 2022
$32.49
Mollydooker Two Left Feet Shiraz Cabernet Merlot 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Mollydooker Two Left Feet Shiraz Cabernet Merlot 2021
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twf 89

The Wine Front

$32.16
Mollydooker Blue-Eyed Boy Shiraz 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Mollydooker Blue-Eyed Boy Shiraz 2021
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Wine Spectator

$61.32
MMAD Vineyard Shiraz 2022-Red Wine-World Wine
MMAD Vineyard Shiraz 2022
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The Wine Front – If you’re lucky, and most of us aren’t, there comes a time in your life when it all comes together. I suspect that’s what’s happened with this Blewitt Springs vineyard, planted in the middle of the Second World War, and the collection of wine people behind MMAD, all of whom have weathered a lot of summers in a lot of places in the pursuit of wine excellence. This wine tastes of a lot of right decisions, and of a lot of time spent in the journey to them. It has texture, balance, flavour and all that, but as my mum would say, ‘any dumb bunny can do that’. More importantly, what this wine has is all the nods and winks. I once wrote, a long time ago, of a moment where union legend David Campese ran straight through a bunch of defenders without breaking stride, or altering course. He did something, something that couldn’t be seen, and made the impossible look effortless. So too here. It has degrees of silk, fruit enough, a spinnaker on the finish, a volume of nuance. If there was such a thing for single vineyard, vintage, Aussie shiraz, this wine would be classified as first growth.

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James Halliday – "This is a seriously impressive release, showcasing winemaker Adam Wadewitz’s learnings from the first vintage and the bounty of full viticultural control. The old-vine fruit could easily handle about one-third whole bunch, a Wadewitz favourite. And that impact is profoundly positive, weaving in spicy, smoky notes and complexing tannins to provide exceptional tension without greenness. Red and blue fruits, violet and dusky red florals, coal dust, anise, cacao and roasted coffee bean. Intensity on the palate at moderate alcohol and no heavy mid-palate sweetness nor new oak. Rather, it is poised throughout, with fruit intensity seamlessly meshed into a silky, supple but aptly assertive structure, a ferrous nori/ kelp mineral note underpinning. For a site purchased prizing grenache, this is a revelation." - Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)

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James Suckling – Vivid aromas of crushed blackberries, cloves, iodine and dried kelp, lifted by a potpourri of purple flowers. Dense, compact and detailed, with tannic precision. This is a full-bodied wine, yet it is the intricacy of the structure that draw me back to the glass. Long, beautiful and destined for excellent drinking across the mid-term.

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Huon Hooke – Very complex Rhône-ish meaty/spicy bouquet of formidable charm and detail. Theres a nicely judged touch of reduction in there, and the wine is fleshy and sumptuous on the palate, smooth textured and glossy, with a lingering aftertaste packed with supple, polished tannins that are in effortless support. An outstanding shiraz. The tannins are formidable and sneaky—they will ensure a long aging career. A stonking McLaren Vale regional shiraz.

$75
Aphelion Rapture Grenache 2022-Red Wine-World Wine
Aphelion Rapture Grenache 2022
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Huon Hooke – "Medium-deep red with a good tint of purple and a discreet bouquet of subtle spices and berry fruits, a patina of fresh-turned earth and black fruits, licorice and various spices, full-bodied in the mouth with ample tannins adding terrific structure and length. An impressively deep, concentrated and harmonious grenache with the structure to age long-term."

$97.05
MMAD Vineyard Grenache 2022-Red Wine-World Wine
MMAD Vineyard Grenache 2022
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James Halliday – "The second release of the MMAD Vineyard label, and off its 1939 planted Blewitt Springs vineyard. About 15% whole bunches, fermented in wood and steel, maturation in concrete and large old French oak. Unlike the 2022 shiraz, this takes time to emerge from the glass. It’s all there, though. There’s a brooding quality at present, with nori, iodine and ferrous notes filtering up through dark red cherry, plum, raspberry and sultry florals. Some spicy, musky characters emerge with air. Tannin is a meaningful factor, a pleasingly natural grape-derived affair, rugged but never rustic. A seriously compelling wine, and further proof of how thrilling McLaren Vale grenache is right now, for both its quality and the unparalleled diversity in top-flight expressions." - Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)

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Huon Hooke – Deep, bright red-purple colour with dominant nutmeg-spice aromas, and a full-bodied, firm palate that seems tight and a little unresolved at this stage. It's firm and deep, and looks to have more to reveal if given time. Certainly the concentration and palate length are very promising. A serious grenache!

$75
Little Giant Coonawarra Cabernet 2020-Red Wine-World WineLittle Giant Coonawarra Cabernet 2020-Red Wine-World Wine
Little Giant Coonawarra Cabernet 2020
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World Wine – Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)

$19.79
Little Giant McLaren Vale Grenache 2021-Red Wine-World WineLittle Giant McLaren Vale Grenache 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Little Giant McLaren Vale Grenache 2021
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World Wine – Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)

$19.79
Hickinbotham Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Hickinbotham Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
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twf 94

The Wine Front – "...a huge volume of flavour, all black olive tapenade and sage and sweet dark fruit on a finish of excellent length. It's a bold wine, and kind of overt as a youngster, but should turn out well with considerable bottle age." 94 Points - Gary Walsh, The Wine Front It has might and power but it’s not over the top; fruit-wise it’s ‘only’ medium in weight and, indeed, it boasts both an elegance and a fruit freshness. But my oh my, what a swagger of tannin, what an infusion of fragrant shrubbery, what commanding length. Oak, smoky and cedar-like, plays a key role but safe to say, the wine is up to it and then some. Roll me in a river of this. Smoked tobacco. Old dry bay leaves. Fresh redcurrant, into black. This is a cabernet. 96+ Points' - Campbell Mattinson, Winefront

$88.57
Yangarra Estate Shiraz 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Yangarra Estate Shiraz 2021
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James Halliday – This wine has shapeshifted nicely over the years, segueing from a fruit-forward iteration to a more streamlined, taut and spicy expression. Mid weighted, savoury and highly suggestive of the northern Rhône. Aromas of mace, clove, dill pickle, salumi and spiced cherry. Yet there is nothing hard to the tannins or too challenging for those seeking established styles. Juicy and long of flow, this makes for excellent, versatile everyday drinking. - Ned Goodwin (James Halliday Wine Companion)

$36.70
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Bondar Wines Junto GSM 2022-Red Wine-World Wine
Bondar Wines Junto GSM 2022
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twf 93

The Wine Front – Grown mostly on the Rayner vineyard in McLaren Vale. 43 year old grenache vines; 65 year old shiraz vines; mataro from nearby. Some whole bunches, mostly with the mataro. All old oak. Bottled unfined/unfiltered. Another fantastic release from Bondar. Just the right mix of structure, flavour and interest. This is a savoury, sinewy wine first and foremost though flavours of graphite, woodsmoke, black cherry and fennel mean that there’s plenty else going on. Those strains of spicy tannin though; those fistfuls of smoked twigs and spices; they really set the scene. It twirls and twists through the mouth like it’s mapping out genes. A light-but-exquisite red wine. 93 points, Campbell Mattinson, winefront.com.au

$29.22 $30.68
Three Dark Horses Shiraz Grenache Touriga-Red Wine-World Wine
Three Dark Horses Shiraz Grenache Touriga
$22.49
Epsilon Shiraz 2021 (6 Bottle Case)-Red Wine-World Wine
Epsilon Shiraz 2021 (6 Bottle Case)
$158.94
Paxton 'Jones Block' Shiraz 2019-Red Wine-World Wine
Paxton 'Jones Block' Shiraz 2019
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twf 92

The Wine Front – Biodynamic farmed from a single vineyard on the Paxton estate. Grows up in French and American oak barrels. Paxton have been a leading light in showing biodynamic (certified) viticulture can be done to scale, well. Inky, deep, throaty red of hearty, dark fruit character, all inky cassis and choc-berry, liquid spice, fat tannins. A juicy, fleshy, plush flow of espresso tinged plummy fruit, gritty, savouriness to close. This is a big, bold red of warming character and density. Touch of warmth in the mix. It’s done pretty well for its style.

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James Halliday – Biodynamic-grown fruit, open-fermented, matured in French and American barriques for 18 months. A celebrated McLaren Vale single vineyard wine, effortlessly providing a deep well of black fruits and fine-grained tannins, the oak a positive contributor, not a rabble rouser.

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World Wine – Chocolate, dried plum and anise notes are juicy and bursting with blackberry accents. Balanced and smooth, especially on the finish. Drink now through 2026.

$53.32
Oliver's Taranga RW' Grenache 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Oliver's Taranga RW' Grenache 2021
$65.77
Hickinbotham Brooks Road Shiraz 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Hickinbotham Brooks Road Shiraz 2021
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The Wine Front – "It's a mighty wine, weighty with fruit and oak flavour, but it's also fresh and flowing." 94 Points - Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front

$88.57
Yangarra 'King’s Wood' Shiraz 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Yangarra 'King’s Wood' Shiraz 2021
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twf 94

The Wine Front – Lusty, slurpy red with beefiness and sweet-sour tendencies in the nicest sense. Stains the palate thick with rich, red fruitiness, some cola and light coffee elements, touches of toast and clove. Scents like all that, big wall of it, effective in delivery of McLaren Vale shirazisms. It’s a lovely red, relishes its warm-hearted appeal, delivers concentration and many layers. It feels fine tuned too, in the sense that there’s some decent tannin licks and woody spice to show edges. Nice.

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James Halliday – There is a lighter touch to this than in past vintages, although it's still a dense, compact and richly flavoured wine. A stellar vintage and a long, gentle extraction (133 days) on skins in a 675L ceramic egg helped. Pointed northern Rhône-like aromas of blueberry, violet, white pepper, dried nori, black olive and clove. An undercarriage of briar and hedgerow imparts a welcome savouriness. The sinewy tannic mettle suggests this will age well and grow with stature in time.

$60.76
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Bondar Wines Violet Hour Shiraz 2022-Red Wine-World Wine
Bondar Wines Violet Hour Shiraz 2022
$30.77 $32.31
Aphelion Wait Grenache 2022-Red Wine-World Wine
Aphelion Wait Grenache 2022
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James Halliday – "Sourced from the old bush vine block on the Wait Vineyard, in Blewitt Springs. Arguably the most filigreed and complex of these single-vineyard iterations by virtue of its brood and carnal complexities: blood orange seeped with kirsch, woodsmoke and clove. Like the finest Sicilian-accented negroni. Straddles pinosity and nebbiolo-inspired boniness all at once, while laying the structural lattice to define a long, thrilling ride to the finish. Yet there is the mescal and dill-pickle note suggesting a bit more ripeness may be not such a bad idea." - Ned Goodwin MW (Halliday)

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Huon Hooke – "Medium-deep and bright red-purple hue; the bouquet is sweetly spiced raspberry to dark cherry with hints of cola and Campari, utterly charming, while the palate is medium bodied at best and succulently smooth and supple in texture. Fruit sweet and delicious. An outstanding grenache of the modern style. Previous comments apply, but it deserves a higher rating." - Huon Hooke

$65.28
Yangarra Estate Vineyard Noir 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Yangarra Estate Vineyard Noir 2021
$28.81
Yangarra Estate Preservative Free Shiraz 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Yangarra Estate Preservative Free Shiraz 2021
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James Suckling – This is a very pure, super-young style of shiraz that is all about the unadulterated taste of blueberry and red-plum shiraz fruit. Smooth, open-knit and plump, it has no sulphites added – hence the preservative-free acronym. Drink now. jamessuckling.com, 30 August, 2021

$28.81
Gemtree Luna Temprana Tempranillo 2019 (12 bottle case)-Red Wine-World Wine
Gemtree Luna Temprana Tempranillo 2019 (12 bottle case)
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World Wine – This Tempranillo has enticing aromas of raspberry and cherry cola. The wine is lifted and aromatic, reminiscent of blue and red fruits, soft and textural with fine integrated tannins.

$239.88
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Kay Brothers Amery 'Block 6' Shiraz 2019-Red Wine-World Wine
Kay Brothers Amery 'Block 6' Shiraz 2019
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The Wine Front – "Pleasing symmetry between price and vine age. This 2017 is made from 125 year old vines. 746 dozen is the total production. I’d have Block 6 in my list of the greatest Australian Shiraz. I’ll offer that 2017 was a curious vintage for McLaren Vale reds, they’re a bit different, but high quality all the same. It’s just above medium bodied, but feels dense and compact in tannin. Blackberry, aniseed, subtle toasty oak, sage and floral perfume. It has what you might call a ‘coolness’ to it, distinct umami flavour also laden with spice. That usual ironstone and crushed rock sort of character you may find in Block 6 is there too. Finish is long, and the tannin brings it home. Wonderful character and vinous integrity. It’s a little different, yet typical." 95+ Points - Gary Walsh, The Wine Front, October 2019, Drink: 2022 - 2038+

$140.99 $148.49
Cooter & Cooter Shiraz 2022 (6 Bottle Case)-Red Wine-World Wine
Cooter & Cooter Shiraz 2022 (6 Bottle Case)
$144.18
Olivers Taranga Shiraz 2020-Red Wine-World Wine
Olivers Taranga Shiraz 2020
$32.32
Wild Folk Touriga-Red Wine-World WineWild Folk Touriga-Red Wine-World Wine
Wild Folk Touriga
$26.39
Clarendon Hills Romas Grenache 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Clarendon Hills Romas Grenache 2021
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James Halliday – It took me a while to reach a conclusion on this wine. It's big and ripe and concentrated with a mass of cedar, spice, dried red fruit, tobacco and black plum. And there's big grainy tannins that coat the mouth from the middle back, but under it all is a core of succulent fruit, waiting. Patience the key here. - 2020 Vintage Review

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Robert Parker/Wine Advocate – Rose petal and tea leaves add nuance to the oodles of blueberries and cherries that form this wine's core, while the dense, rich palate carries those flavors on a velvety blanket of ripe tannins. - 2020 Vintage Review

$115.30
Mollydooker ‘Miss Molly’ Sparkling Shiraz 2021-Red Wine-World Wine
Mollydooker ‘Miss Molly’ Sparkling Shiraz 2021
$32.16
Kangarilla Road ‘The Devil’s Whiskers’ Shiraz 2018-Red Wine-World Wine
Kangarilla Road ‘The Devil’s Whiskers’ Shiraz 2018
$35.82
Wirra Wirra The Absconder Grenache 2022-Red Wine-World Wine
Wirra Wirra The Absconder Grenache 2022
$76.79
Little Giant 'Free' Grenache 2022 (6 bottle case)-Red Wine-World WineLittle Giant 'Free' Grenache 2022 (6 bottle case)-Red Wine-World Wine
Little Giant 'Free' Grenache 2022 (6 bottle case)
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World Wine – Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)

$171.67
Ministry of Clouds Carignan Grenache 2021 (6 Bottle Case)-Red Wine-World Wine
Ministry of Clouds Carignan Grenache 2021 (6 Bottle Case)
$194.94
Geoff Merrill Pimpala Road Shiraz-Red Wine-World Wine
Geoff Merrill Pimpala Road Shiraz
$16.83
Red wine, with its deep hues and multifaceted flavors, has been a cornerstone of many cultures for centuries. Made primarily from black grapes, the range of tastes and aromas these wines can exhibit is truly astounding, all thanks to varying grape varieties, fermentation processes, and aging techniques. One of the most celebrated aspects of red wine is its ability to evolve in the bottle. Over time, flavors meld and mature, transforming a young, fruit-forward wine into a more nuanced, complex delight. This aging process, whether it takes place in oak barrels or in the bottle itself, gives enthusiasts the thrill of experiencing a wine's evolution. Regions play a crucial role in defining the characteristics of red wines. The temperate climate of Bordeaux produces structured wines like Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, while the sun-baked vineyards of Tuscany yield the Sangiovese grape, forming the backbone of the renowned Chianti. Tannins, those compounds that can lend a puckering sensation to the mouth, are another signature feature of red wines. These natural preservatives are what allow some wines to be cellared for decades, emerging more refined and harmonious with age. Beyond just being a beverage, red wine is a journey, a reflection of the land and climate, the grape variety, and the vision of the winemaker. It's a testament to nature's bounty and human innovation intertwined in every bottle.
Red wine is a type of wine made primarily from dark-colored (red or black) grape varieties. The actual color of the wine can range from intense violet, for young wines, to brick red for mature wines, and even brown for older red wines. The juice from most purple and red grapes is greenish-white; the red color comes from anthocyanin pigments present in the grape skins. The winemaking process involves fermenting grape juice in contact with its skins, allowing the liquid to extract color, flavors, and tannins from them. Red wines typically offer flavors of dark fruits like cherries, blackberries, and plums, often accompanied by notes of tobacco, leather, and spices, influenced by grape variety and aging techniques.
Red wine is produced globally, but certain regions have earned accolades for their signature reds. Bordeaux in France is renowned for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blends. Burgundy, another French region, is celebrated for its world-class Pinot Noir. Italy's Tuscany region produces iconic wines like Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino, primarily from the Sangiovese grape. Napa Valley in California is famed for its robust Cabernet Sauvignon wines. Spain's Rioja offers superb Tempranillo-based wines, and Australia's Barossa Valley is known for its bold Shiraz.
The world of red wine has several stars. Cabernet Sauvignon, known for its deep color and complexity, is globally recognized. Pinot Noir, with its delicate flavors and versatility, has a vast following. Merlot, Shiraz (or Syrah, depending on the region), and Zinfandel also hold significant positions in the market. Popular brands range from Bordeaux's Château Margaux, Burgundy's Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, to Napa's Opus One and Australia's Penfolds.
For those seeking excellent value, regions like Chile's Central Valley and Spain's La Mancha offer top-quality red wines at very accessible prices. Malbec from Argentina, particularly from the Mendoza region, consistently over-delivers in terms of quality to price ratio. South Africa's Western Cape and parts of southern Italy, like Puglia, are also treasure troves for value-driven, quality red wines.
Red wines, with their robust flavors and tannic structure, pair wonderfully with red meats. Think of a juicy steak with a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon or lamb chops with a Shiraz. Pinot Noir, being more delicate, pairs brilliantly with dishes like roasted chicken, duck, or salmon. Spaghetti Bolognese and other tomato-based pasta dishes go hand in hand with Italian reds like Chianti. For spicy barbecued dishes, a fruity Zinfandel or Grenache can be a match made in heaven. The key is to match the wine's intensity and flavors with those of the dish for a harmonious pairing.