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While it's true that Australia can't stand side-by-side with the likes of France and Italy when it comes to winemaking history and tradition, it has made a definitive mark on the international wine world over the two decades. In fact, Australian wine exports have grown so much since the nation's wine boom started in the 1990s that it's now the fourth-largest exporter of wine in the world.

Certainly, much of Australia's growth can be attributed to the critter-laden labels of brands like Yellow Tail and The Little Penguin, among others. However, while large wine companies may serve as the "face" of Australian wines, there are also a large number of artisanal producers creating critically-acclaimed wines that are not to be ignored.

The majority of Australian wine is produced in South Australia in the South Eastern Australia appellation. Smaller producers making higher-quality wines are prevalent in subregions such as Barossa Valley, Coonawarra and McLaren Vale. There are other significant regions, of course, like Victoria and New South Wales, and the US has also seen an uptick in wine imports from Western Australia.

Shiraz is undoubtedly the most celebrated grape in Australia -- it led the way for Australia's burst in production -- but the country has also seen great success with Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Riesling and Grenache.

Shiraz/Syrah

Shiraz (Syrah) Wines

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Syrah is the principal grape of the northern Rhône, found in the sturdy wines of Cornas, Côte-Rôtie, Crozes-Hermitage, Hermitage and Saint-Joseph. The discovery of Greek amphorae excavated in the village of Tain, in the center of the vineyards of Hermitage, led to speculation that the vine may have been brought north to France from the city of Shiraz in the southeast of present day Iran. Whatever its origins, it is clear that this grape was already established in the Rhône valley by Roman times.

Like Cabernet, Syrah produces a tannic, deeply colored wine with robust flavors of black berry, smoke, pepper and tar. At one time, the wines of Hermitage were so cherished for their plump character that they were blended into the lean claret wines of Bordeaux, in a process the English called “to hermitagé.”

Today, Australia has taken over as the most visible producer of this grape, which they call Shiraz. Having made its way there in the 1830s, Shiraz is now the country’s most widely planted red grape. With a warmer climate and penchant for technology, the Aussies have produced a style that is almost the complete opposite of the Rhône wines. Fruit characteristics are foremost, emphasizing the bold, ripe blackberry flavors, chocolate and tar. Australian Shiraz provides one of the weightiest mouthfuls of any red wine! The most acclaimed Australian wine region, Barossa Valley, is the birthplace of the legendary Penfolds Grange. Rich and extraordinary, this is the most collectible Australian wine and one of the most famous wines anywhere made from Syrah.

Outside of France and Australia, California and Washington have made headway producing worthy Syrah in the upper price categories, but their limited popularity has slowed any growth spurts. Chile has been turning heads as some of its top producers have released single varietal Syrah wines. South Africa, too, shows promise with its enthusiastic forays into the promotion of this ancient, noble grape.

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  1. Woop Woop Shiraz

    2012 / 750 ml.

    Australia | South Eastern Australia
    Item #74223
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    $11.99
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  2. Hewitson Ned & Henry’s Shiraz

    2011 / 750 ml.

    Australia | Barossa | Barossa Valley
    Item #74236
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    $17.99
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  3. The Wishing Tree Shiraz

    2011 / 750 ml.

    Australia | Western Australia
    Item #74239
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    $10.99
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  4. Alice White Shiraz

    2012 / 1.5 L.

    Australia | South Eastern Australia
    Item #74248
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  5. Alice White Shiraz

    2012 / 750 ml.

    Australia | South Eastern Australia
    Item #74249
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    $7.99
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  6. 3 Rings Shiraz 2007 / 750 ml.

    3 Rings Shiraz

    2007 / 750 ml.

    Australia | Barossa | Barossa Valley
    Item #68366
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  7. 90+ Cellars Lot 37 Shiraz 2010 / 750 ml.

    90+ Cellars Lot 37 Shiraz

    2010 / 750 ml.

    Australia | Fleurieu | McLaren Vale
    Item #70032
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  8. 90+ Cellars Lot 4 Shiraz Viognier 2010 / 750 ml.

    90+ Cellars Lot 4 Shiraz Viognier

    2010 / 750 ml.

    Australia | Fleurieu | McLaren Vale
    Item #70033
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  9. Alice White Shiraz 2010 / 750 ml.

    Alice White Shiraz

    2010 / 750 ml.

    Australia | South Eastern Australia
    Item #67807
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  10. Alice White Shiraz 2011 / 1.5 L.

    Alice White Shiraz

    2011 / 1.5 L.

    Australia | South Eastern Australia
    Item #71283
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