Shiraz

Shiraz is a wine that is made from a grape variety called shiraz, which is why it's often just referred to as "shiraz" in the United States. Shiraz wines are grown in vineyards primarily in Australia, France and Italy, but they're also cultivated in Argentina, Chile and South Africa. Shiraz wines are often used to make blends with other wine varieties like cabernet sauvignon or merlot.

If you're a fan of red wine, then you've probably tried Shiraz at some point. Shiraz is a type of red wine that originates from the Shiraz region of Iran. It's a full-bodied wine with high alcohol content, and it has a fruity taste with hints of pepper. If you're thinking about trying Shiraz for the first time, or if you're looking for some new ideas for pairing it with food, then check out our blog section. We've got everything from beginner's guides to expert tips on how to get the most out of your Shiraz drinking experience.

Shiraz Wine: History, Geographical Regions, and Facts

Shiraz wine is a type of red wine that is produced in the Shiraz grape-growing regions of the world. The history of Shiraz wine can be traced back to the 16th century when the grape was first planted in the city of Shiraz in Iran. Shiraz wine is named after the city of Shiraz, and the grape is also known as Syrah in many parts of the world. The main Shiraz grape-growing regions are Australia, South Africa, France, and California. In Australia, Shiraz wines are often blended with other varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot to create a more complex flavor profile. South African Shiraz wines tend to be more fruit-forward and full-bodied, while French and Californian examples are often more elegant and finesse-driven. Whether you’re a fan of Old World or New World styles, there’s a Shiraz wine out there for you to enjoy. 

Here are some facts about this popular variety that you may not know: 

  • The origins of the Shiraz grape are unknown, but it is thought to be native to the city of Shiraz in Iran. 
  • The Shiraz grape was first brought to Australia in 1832, where it is still widely planted today.
  • Unlike many other varieties, Shiraz grapes do not produce seeds. 
  • Shiraz wines have the highest alcohol content of any red wine varietal.
Drinking Shiraz Wine: How to Serve and Pair with Food

If you're looking for a versatile wine to serve with food, look no further than Shiraz. This full-bodied red wine pairs well with a variety of dishes, making it a great choice for your next dinner party. Here's what you need to know about serving and pairing Shiraz wine. When it comes to serving temperature, Shiraz is best served slightly cooler than room temperature. This means that you should aim for around 15 degrees Celcius. To achieve this, simply pop your bottle of Shiraz in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving. 

As far as food pairings go, Shiraz is a great choice for heartier dishes like steak or lamb. But it can also be paired with lighter fare like grilled chicken or fish. If you're looking for a cheese pairing, try a sharp cheddar or Parmesan. And for dessert? Chocolate goes surprisingly well with Shiraz.

Shiraz Wine: Aromas

When it comes to Shiraz wine, there are certain aromas that you can expect. These include things like black pepper, dark fruits, and even a touch of chocolate. If you're looking for a wine that is complex and full-bodied, then Shiraz is a great choice.

The Final Word on Shiraz Wine

Shiraz wine is a delicious and versatile red wine that pairs well with a variety of foods. If you're looking for a new red wine to try, Shiraz is a great option. And, if you need help picking out the perfect bottle, our range of Shiraz wines can assist you.

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Taylors Taylor Made Shiraz (750mL) -7%
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Weight: 1.500 kg
Aroma & Palate Aromatic, juicy, black fruit, fine tannin Varietal Shiraz Style Long & refined Winemakers Comments This wine displays rich, berry-laden, dark chocolate characters underpinned by a hint of sweet leather.  This is an elegant wine with juicy flavours of red plum, blackberry and then more subtle spice. The palate is refined and elegant with the oak maturation bringing depth and length to the palate. The wine is very well balanced with a fine line of tannin, well integrated oak and the finish is persistent and imminently enjoyable. About the Winery The...
Longhop Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Longhop Shiraz 750ML ABV :14% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Mitolo Jester Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Mitolo Jester Shiraz 750ML ABV :14% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
St Hallett Blockhead Shiraz 750ML -10%
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St Hallett Blockhead Shiraz 750ML ABV :14% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Jim Barry Lodge Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Jim Barry Lodge Shiraz 750ML ABV :14% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Kilikanoon Killerman's Run Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Kilikanoon Killerman's Run Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Mitchelton Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Mitchelton Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Rolf Binder Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Rolf Binder Shiraz 750ML ABV :13.8% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Pertaringa Undercover Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Pertaringa Undercover Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Merricks Estate  Thompson's Lane Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Merricks Estate Thompson's Lane Shiraz 750ML ABV :13.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Hardy's Tintara Mclaren Vale Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Hardy's Tintara Mclaren Vale Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Pizzini Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Pizzini Shiraz 750ML ABV :13.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Teusner Bilmore Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Teusner Bilmore Shiraz 750ML ABV :12.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Taylors Jaraman Pinot Noir (750mL) -21%
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Weight: 1.500 kg
Aroma & Palate Red fruits with a touch of spice Varietal Pinot Noir Style Elegant, plump and perfumed Our Notes We love Taylors wines, especially the Jaraman range, which is a great value wine that pleases everyone and winners of many awards. This Pinot is packed with flavour and drinking well now. Winemakers Comments An elegant, perfumed expression of the Yarra Valley, this wine is well structured, full of juicy red fruit and violet characters, and superbly balanced with smooth tannins. At release, the wine has a deep rose colour to the centre with a vibrant garnet hue to...
Taylors Jaraman Shiraz (750mL) -21%
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Weight: 1.500 kg
Aroma & Palate Black fruits, coffee bean and spice Varietal Shiraz Style Luscious, ripe with spice Our Notes We love Taylors wines, especially the Jaraman range, which is a great value wine that pleases everyone. This Shiraz is a blend from the Clare Valley and the McLaren Vale in South Australia making a smooth ripe wine with a bit of spice. Winemakers Comments The luscious elegance of the Clare Valley fruit marries superbly with the slightly peppery fruit from McLaren Vale. At release, the wine has a deep cerise red colour to the centre with a vibrant purple hue to the...
Sons Of Eden Marschall Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Sons Of Eden Marschall Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Cape Barren Native Goose Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Cape Barren Native Goose Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Howard Park Flint Rock Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Howard Park Flint Rock Shiraz 750ML ABV :14% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Torzi Matthews Schist Rock Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Torzi Matthews Schist Rock Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Black Jack Major's Line Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Black Jack Major's Line Shiraz 750ML ABV :13.8% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Teusner The Riebke Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Teusner The Riebke Shiraz 750ML ABV :14% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Black Jack Chortles Edge Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Black Jack Chortles Edge Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Howard Vineyard Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Howard Vineyard Shiraz 750ML ABV :13% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Seppelt Chalambar Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Seppelt Chalambar Shiraz 750ML ABV :15% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Petaluma White Label Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Petaluma White Label Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
D'Arenberg The Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier 750ML -10%
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D'Arenberg The Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Sanguine Estate Progeny Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Sanguine Estate Progeny Shiraz 750ML ABV :14% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Teusner Joshua Shiraz 2015 750ML -10%
Teusner Joshua Shiraz 2015 750ML
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Teusner Joshua Shiraz 2015 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Three Dark Horses Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Three Dark Horses Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Old School Principal Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Old School Principal Shiraz 750ML ABV :15% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Taylors Jaraman Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Taylors Jaraman Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Five Geese McLaren Vale Shiraz 2017 -10%
Soft and rich berry fruits with fine tannin finish. The Five Geese Shiraz is sourced from the Blewitt Springs vineyard Variety: Shiraz Region: McLaren Vale Vine Age: 5 0 years  Wine making and tasting notes 18 months in predominately French oak hogsheads. 10% new. Kirsch, sweet cherry and a curb of gentle oak tannins, all sync across an effortless cadence. Colour Attractive deep black-red. Aroma lifting black fruit and blue fruit with touch of violet and toast oak...
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Coriole Sparta Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Coriole Sparta Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
St Hallett Butcher's Cart Shiraz 750ML -10%
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St Hallett Butcher's Cart Shiraz 750ML ABV :14% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
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Weight: 9.000 kg
These grapes were picked in early February 2021 using Biodynamic practices and are Certified with the ACO. The wine was fermented naturally using wild yeast living in the vineyard for nine days. The wine was basket pressed and matured in small French oak barrels for 12 months. The wine exhibits a delicate tannin structure and the cool growing season led to higher than usual natural acidity. Red fruits, white pepper and a little spice.
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Minimum quantity for "Macquariedale New Release 2021 Shiraz Organic" is 6.

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Weight: 9.000 kg
The Shiraz grapes from the Central Ranges were grown biodynamically and picked in early March. After a ten-day ferment the wine was basket pressed into a mix of French and American oak hogshead barrels. Full-bodied savoury spice with dark fruit flavours and a hint of vanilla on the palate.
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Minimum quantity for "Macquariedale 2021 Shiraz Central Ranges Organic" is 6.

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Fox Creek Short Row Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Fox Creek Short Row Shiraz 750ML ABV :14% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Pepperjack Graded Mclaren Vale Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Pepperjack Graded Mclaren Vale Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Church Road McDonald Series Syrah (750mL) -22%
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Weight: 1.500 kg
Aroma & Palate Plum, blackberry & spice Varietal Syrah Style Fragrant & flavourful From the Winemaker This Syrah delivers a long and flavoursome palate of rich plum and berry fruit with a fine, supple texture. The palate is medium weight and supple with a long finish.  Rich plum and berry-fruit is lifted by fragrant spice, violet and liquorice aromas. Well matched to a range of meat and game or robust vegetarian dishes, particularly those displaying more earthy or savoury elements such as mushrooms, eggplant, cavolo nero, pulses and cheese....
Paringa Estate Peninsula Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Paringa Estate Peninsula Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.2% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
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Weight: 1.500 kg
Aroma & Palate Dark fruit, spicy, bright Varietal Shiraz Style Bright berry bewitchment From The Winemaker violets + black cherries + peppery spices blackberries + cherries + milk chocolate + red fruits + savoury tannin + pepper notes juicy + bright finish  estate grown fruit + early morning harvest + co-fermented with viognier + 14 months new french oak + hand selected parcels  About the Winery Alkoomi are Western Australia's largest family-owned winemaking operation and operate out of the Frankland River, remote even by WA standards. A constant focus is...
Yangarra Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Yangarra Shiraz 750ML ABV :14% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Olivers Taranga Vineyards Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Olivers Taranga Vineyards Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Kangarilla Road Devils Whiskers Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Kangarilla Road Devils Whiskers Shiraz 750ML ABV :14.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Chain Of Ponds Ledge Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Chain Of Ponds Ledge Shiraz 750ML ABV :13% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Ladies Who Shoot Their Lunch Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Ladies Who Shoot Their Lunch Shiraz 750ML ABV :13% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Pertaringa Over The Top Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Pertaringa Over The Top Shiraz 750ML ABV :15% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Glaetzer Bishop Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Glaetzer Bishop Shiraz 750ML ABV :13% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Medhurst Yarra Valley Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Medhurst Yarra Valley Shiraz 750ML ABV :13.5% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA
Mount Langi Cliff Edge Shiraz 750ML -10%
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Mount Langi Cliff Edge Shiraz 750ML ABV :14% Quantity : 1 Bottle Country :AUSTRALIA