Bestselling Shiraz

This curated dozen represents Australia's most beloved Shiraz expressions, featuring wines that have earned exceptional ratings including multiple 95-96 point scores from Wine Orbit and recognition from Ray Jordan. The collection spans different regions and producers, offering a comprehensive exploration of how Australia's signature grape variety expresses itself across various terroirs. Each bottle has been selected based on customer favourites, ensuring you're getting proven crowd-pleasers rather than experimental choices.

Full-bodied Shiraz wines like these develop their weight and intensity through factors like warm climate ripening, extended skin contact during fermentation, and often some oak maturation. This body style delivers the rich, concentrated flavours you'll find here - from dark fruits like blackberry and blood plum to complex secondary notes of mocha, cedar, and spice. The full body provides a satisfying mouthfeel that can stand up to hearty foods and allows the wine's diverse flavour components to unfold gradually on your palate.

Each producer brings their unique winemaking philosophy to Shiraz, from Pirramimma's heritage approach to Ulithorne's modern techniques and Sorby Adams' traditional methods. Single vineyard expressions like 'The Ernie' highlight specific site characteristics, while established names like Archery Road demonstrate regional typicity. This diversity means you'll experience how factors like vineyard age, winemaking style, and regional climate influence the same grape variety, creating a masterclass in Australian Shiraz.

The full-bodied nature and complex flavour profile of these Shiraz wines make them ideal partners for robust dishes that can match their intensity. The meaty, spiced characteristics pair beautifully with grilled lamb, beef roasts, or barbecued meats, while the chocolate and vanilla notes complement dishes with rich sauces or even dark chocolate desserts. The black olive and cedar elements also work wonderfully with Mediterranean cuisine, aged cheeses, and hearty stews.

With vintages ranging from 2021 to 2023, these Shiraz wines are crafted to be enjoyed immediately while also having the structure for short to medium-term cellaring. The 2021 wines are hitting their stride now, offering developed complexity, while the 2022-2023 vintages show youthful vibrancy that will evolve beautifully over the next 3-5 years. The high ratings and full-bodied structure suggest these wines have the tannin backbone and fruit concentration to reward patience, though their immediate appeal makes them perfect for current enjoyment.