Australian Wine

Australian Wines from Great Wines Direct

Australia is the fourth biggest wine exporter in the world, exporting around 750 million litres every year into the international market. Nevertheless, 40% of the wine produced here is consumed domestically and the Australian wine industry contributes significantly to the nation’s economy through tourism, export, employment and production.

The Australian domestic market is worth over $2 billion per year, and Australians consume more than 530 million litres annually, with a preference for white wines over reds. All of the states produce wine, and there are over 60 wine regions in the country, covering around 160,000 hectares of the land surface. Most of the wine regions are in the south due to the cooler climate, and some of the best known vineyards are in New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania, Queensland, Western Australia and Victoria. Each state produces a range of wine styles and varieties to reflect the local soil types, topography and climate.

The main varieties produced are cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, shiraz, pinot noir, merlot, Riesling, Semillon and sauvignon blanc, however the country’s best wines are made in the regions with cooler climates.

Most of the country’s wines are produced in South Australia however the Tasmanian region has become known as one of the world’s best producers of high quality wine. The Tamar Valley in particular is known for its pinot noirs and chardonnays which thrive in the cool Tasmanian climate. Some other noteworthy wines are made in the Granite Belt region to the extreme south of the state which has a very high altitude and therefore a cool growing environment. Production here centres on the towns of Ballandean and Stanthorpe.

Read our blog: Australia's Wine Wonderland: Exploring the Regions Down Under

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White 13.2

Rob Dolan White Label Chardonnay 2023 75cl £23.68

Mineral with waxy white flower, grapefruit and clove spice aromas Fine lined and textured on the palate with nectarine, raw cashew and toasted granola flavours A wine that will develop in bottle over the next 10 years

White 12.5

Chaffey Bros Wine Co Dufte Punkt Riesling Gewurztraminer Kerner 2024 75cl £17.94

This is a wine of extraordinary balance The Riesling and Gewurz complement each other fabulously well, with Kerner adding 'das gewisse etwas' The Riesling expresses itself first, with floral and lime zest aromas, and with time the more exotic Gewurztraminer personality comes out of its shell All three contribute to a fabulous texture: chalky, pithy and peppery/spicy with a lingering, mouthwatering effect The wine was made by co-fermenting all varieties from the very beginning, not by later blending

Red 14.3

Chaffey Bros Wine Co Pax Aeterna Old Vine 'Barossa Nouveau' Grenache 2024 75cl £22.73

Vivacious Barossa Valley Grenache: savoury and complex while also delicate and succulent, with red fruits including cranberries in the mouth and a nose-full of aniseed and spice Pure pleasure

Red 14.5

D Arenberg The Ironstone Pressings GSM 2019 75cl £38.93

On the nose we are struck by the typical dark fruits Plums, mulberries, fresh soil and more developed peaty like notes are all apparent, with an underlying lick of exotic Indian spice An abundance of fresh fruits on the palate marry well with the more complex characters of quince paste, cinnamon, nutmeg, star anise and earthy beetroot Driving the core of the wine is that vintage trademark in the form of graphite and wet stone This wine, while appearing open and generous already, will continue to age well thanks to the lively line of acidity and the abundance of fine gritty tannins

Red 13

Pizzini Wines La Volpe Nebbiolo 2023 75cl £17.22

Garnet in colour with brick red tones The nose shows intital notes of blackberry and tar then as the wine opens up we see violets, dried rose petals and subtle earthy undertones The palate is full and generous The tar flavours comtinue as fresh raspberries fill your mouth, followed by red currants and star anise The finish is long with hints of dark chocolate and powerful tannins which linger

Red 14

Fowles Wine Are You Game? Shiraz 2021 75cl £15.74

This Shiraz is deep cherry red On the nose black pepper, plum and cinnamon play with nutmeg and subtle oak notes The Palate is full of ripe fruits and a medley of complex spices integrated oak that leads to a velvety long finish

Red 13

Rada 24 Stargazer 75cl £35.64

Red 13

Stargazer Pinot Noir 2023 75cl £48.88

An absolute stunner from this superb producer Less than 2000 bottles produced showing off one of Australiia's premium wine regions Dense purple hues give way to an opulent nose showing the red fruits which are typical of the Huon Valley: pomegranate, cranberries and rhubarb compote Long and lingering finish Effortless power and finesse

Red 13.2

Rob Dolan White Label Pinot Noir 2023 75cl £23.86

Aromas and flavours of violets, maraschino cherries, black cherries and vanilla Soft, velvety tannins are supported by the fresh berry fruit profile

Red 7

Pizzini Wines Brachetto 2024 75cl £12.53

Lightly sparkling and low in alcohol Featuring bright watermelon and berry notes, starts sweet and finishes dry A perfectly balanced refreshing drink on its own or for something different, add fresh ginger, mint and lime

Rose 12.9

Chaffey Bros Wine Co Lux Venit Rose 2023 75cl £18.84

A delicious, dry, structural and textural premium rose Think bright cherries and berry aromas; peaches and cream with a hint of savoury spice on the palate, the French Oak maturation and malolactic fermentation contributes to the indulgent mouthfeel and creamy finish

Red 14.5

Teusner Wines Albert Shiraz 2022 75cl £35.54

Masses of black fruit on the nose, slightly resinous wild blackberry, star anise, menthol, concentrated beef stock and clove With a caressing, rounded texture, it is deep, rich, succulent and velvety Clearly made from beautifully ripe fruit, it has lovely freshness and balance Really, really delicious It could be cellared, but it's so irresistible, why wait?

Red 14.5

Teusner Wines Avatar GMS 2023 75cl £24.97

Grenache, Mataro (Mourvedre) and Shiraz blend - Lifted aromas of berry fruits, dark cherry, five spice and deep cacao chocolate combine seamlessly with a sweet fruit palate that showcases all the elements present on the nose The bright fruit acidity drives freshness on the palate where the fine 'old vine' tannins gently resolve with a subtle savoury earthiness and complexity

Red 14.5

D Arenberg The Stump Jump Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 75cl £14.08

Red 14.5

Chaffey Bros Wine Co Elijah Fechner Vineyard Shiraz 2021 75cl £32.93

Red 14.5

Henschke Hill of Grace 2009 75cl £936.62