Australia: down under's premier red grape needed time, and luck, to gain respect

Article Abstract:

Shiraz, Australia's premier red grape, which was introduced in Australia in the 1830s, became a mainstay for the production of Port but it also made the better-quality dry reds. Shiraz, which has the dual ability to deliver early appeal and to develop with age, was stopped from being grown in the 1980s, by the Australian government, only to realize that the world needed more Syrah.

Evaluation, Viticulture

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Australia's big reds gain balance and refinement

Article Abstract:

A review of Australia's red wines reveals that the highest-scoring Australian Shiraz in 2007 demonstrated subtlety and a sense of balance to match their power, with top points going to the highly refined Two Hands Ares 2005 and the Clarendon Hills Astralis 2005.

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Australia's big red engine

Article Abstract:

A list of the wines that are top scoring red wines in Australia is provided. While Command Shiraz is Australia's red calling card in quality and quantity, the ratings of the Shiraz vintages in different parts of Australia are also provided.

Wines, brandy, and brandy spirits, Wineries, Grape Red Table Wines, Red wines

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