Australia
Australia isn’t an island but a continent - both its range and scale of production are vast. An ex-British colony, it traditionally looked to France, with Rhone varietals establishing the country’s primary wine offering - now produced as rich GSM and Shiraz reds, mainly from hot South Australia. Cabernet Sauvignon plays an important role, both from hot and more moderate climates (Western Australia). Equally world class examples of Riesling, Chardonnay, Semillon and Pinot Noir are produced, along with Methode Traditionelle, while Italian immigration has aided a growing interest in Italian reds, many with high acid - useful against flabby over-ripeness - such as Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, Barbera, Montepulciano and Primitivo (Zinfandel).

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2017 Johnny Q Shiraz Viognier
Richard Caro
A surprisingly rich and complete red at this price. The Johnny Q is an icon of value in Australian red styles, with great sourcing and expert winemaking exploiting the best of South Australian ... read more$15.99 in mixed 6+ or $17.99 per bottle -
2018 Thorn-Clarke Sandpiper Barossa Shiraz
Richard Caro
Thorn-Clarke are on top of quality Aussie red – the 2015 vintage of this even scored 4.5 stars and Top of Category in 2016 Winestate's 'Mainfrieght World's Greatest Shiraz'. Rich plummy/berry ... read more$16.99 in mixed 6+ or $18.99 per bottle -
2020 Wirra Wirra Catapult Shiraz
Decanter
A nice discount on this quality Shiraz that won an incredible 96 points from the judges at Decanter in a recent vintage. The Catapult comes from quality producers Wirra Wirra, sourced from ... read moreElsewhere up to $24.99 Save $6.00 $18.99 in mixed 6+ or $20.99 per bottle -
2020 Grant Burge Barossa Ink Shiraz
Richard Caro
Stonking Shiraz for a crazy price! This inky-dark and super-cheap red from the Barossa experts is so good that a recent vintage took out 5 Stars, Best Buy and #2 in the recent Cuisine Shiraz ... read more$18.99 in mixed 6+ or $20.99 per bottle -
2020 McPherson Dont Tell Gary Victorian Shiraz
Sam Kim
A great price for a highly awarded label which is a previous vintage scored #1 Shiraz and Best Buy in the recent Cuisine tasting, along with a bevy of other top scores and gold medals. From a ... read moreElsewhere up to $24.99 Save $6.00 $18.99 in mixed 6+ or $20.99 per bottle -
2020 Grant Burge Barossa Ink Cabernet Sauvignon
Richard Caro
A great value Cabernet from a legendary South Australian producer. The Shiraz is very popular with our customers and this Cabernet version offers the same kind of richness and depth of intense ... read more$18.99 in mixed 6+ or $20.99 per bottle -
2019 Sandalford Margaret River Cabernet Merlot
Richard Caro
A lovely Margaret River Cabernet blend, with medium-rich fruit that is harmonised with earthy and savoury interest. Great buying from a revitalised Sandalford Winery, this is just the kind of ... read moreElsewhere up to $23.99 Save $5.00 $18.99 in mixed 6+ or $21.99 per bottle -
2021 Pauletts "Ries" Polish Hill River Riesling
The Real Review
This boutique Aussie Riesling is an off-the-shelf favourite, now appearing under a label carrying the new "Ries" moniker. It is made in a classic Clare Valley style, with a succulent and dryish ... read more$19.99 in mixed 6+ or $22.99 per bottle -
2019 Sandalford Margaret River Shiraz
James Halliday
A rich Shiraz from one of the oldest producers in Australia's premium region, Margaret River. Sandalford sources 100% of this wine from quality Margaret river vineyards, with a small percent of ... read more$20.99 in mixed 6+ or $23.99 per bottle -
2021 Vasse Felix Margaret River Filius Chardonnay
Ray Jordan
Great discount on this classy Chardonnay from Margaret River's old hands. Rated by Jeremy Oliver as a 'Best Buy' and saying "This label is fast becoming one of the bench mark value ... read moreElsewhere up to $32.99 Save $12.00 $20.99 in mixed 6+ or $23.99 per bottle