Wines from Australia

A warm and dry, large country with multiple geographical areas specializing in different varieties of Australian wine. Australia is an extremely important wine-producing country in terms of its scale, economy, and quality. It is the 6th-largest wine producer in the world. The vast size and range of climatic and geographical conditions makes Australia a very versatile wine-growing country. Here is where the coined term “Shiraz” was named after their unique taste of Syrah wines.

There are six important wine growing “states”: Western Australia, South Australia, Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania. In South Australia, Barossa Valley, you’ll find a focus on Shiraz and Riesling. Particularly, Eden Valley and Clare Valley specializing in top-quality Riesling. Western Australia’s Margaret River is a prime region for Chardonnay and Bordeaux blends.

Victoria, much cooler from the coastal influence, is making fruity Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. In New South Wales, Hunter Valley, you’ll find age-worthy Syrah and Sémillon. Last, but certainly not least, Tasmania is pulling out graceful Pinot Noir and sparkling wines.