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Discover Australian wines, from vibrant Clare Valley Riesling and elegant Tasmania sparkling wines to powerful Shiraz and richly textured Chardonnay from diverse wine regions across the country.

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Pinot Grigio grapes

Pinot Grigio Guide: Taste, Regions, Styles & Food Pairings

Pinot Grigio, also called Pinot Gris, makes whites ranging from crisp pear-and-citrus styles to rich, spiced wines. Northern Italy and Alsace are famous sources, offering refreshing everyday bottles and textured wines for food.

Grape Guide 13 min read
Glass of vin Jaune with Savagnin grape on the left, a dusty bottle of vin Jaune and a couple of walnuts. Background is a Jura landscape.

Savagnin: The Jura Grape Behind Vin Jaune and Oxidative Wines

Savagnin is Jura’s white grape behind Vin Jaune, the region’s distinctive dry wine aged under a natural yeast veil. It also makes fresh, high-acid wines with citrus and orchard-fruit flavours, as well as fuller, nuttier wines shaped by sous-voile ageing.

Grape Guide 11 min read
Syrah vs Shiraz: Why One Grape Has Two Personalities

Syrah vs Shiraz: Why One Grape Has Two Personalities

Syrah and Shiraz are two names for the same dark-skinned red grape. It typically produces dry, full-bodied wines with flavours of blackberry, plum, black pepper and spice. It is most famous in the Rhône Valley and across Australia, where styles range from elegant and savoury to rich and powerful.

Grape Guide 7 min read
Chardonnay Grape Bunch on the Vine

Chardonnay: Taste, Styles and What Makes It Different

Chardonnay is a white grape known for apple, citrus and peach flavours. Depending on winemaking choices, it can also show buttery notes and vanilla. It is famous in Burgundy, Champagne, California and Australia, and is loved for its range from crisp and refreshing to rich and creamy.

Grape Guide 10 min read

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