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The wine regions you need to know: Barossa Valley

The Barossa Valley is the core of Australia’s wine industry. It is undoubtedly Australia’s most well-known wine region, and it produces the majority of the country’s wine. However, it is to be noted that a large percentage of it is imported in from vines outside the valley…

By @oray_wine, 1 year2 March 2024 ago
Wine Economics

About Australian Shiraz and its Commercial Advantages

In terms of planted area, the Shiraz red wine variety has long been Australia’s most planted and most recognized grape variety. Grown almost everywhere in the Australia, it greatly satisfies the various demands of the various local terroirs and climates. This grape type has a lengthy history in Australia and is identical to the French Syrah grape variety…

By @oray_wine, 1 year24 February 2024 ago
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Tasting Note: Rutherglen Muscat, Chambers

Comments = typical of a Rutherglen Muscat

Final Grade = B+

By @oray_wine, 3 years27 November 2022 ago

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