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First Families of Wines of Australia

The wine business is Australia is largely controlled by families. These are professionally managed but the ownership is essentially in the hands of families. One generation after the other takes care of the wine business which is crucial to the pre-eminence of Aussie wines globally. Some of these wine families, 12 of these to be precise, have come together to forge an alliance which reflects the mood and sentiment of the Australian wine industry. The membership to this grouping is based on certain specific criteria.

Here is a list of these First Families of Wines in Australia:

First Families	Year of Establishment
Yalumba Wines	1849
Tyrrell's Wines	1858
Tahbilk Wines	1860
Henschke Wines	1868
Campbells Wines	1870
McWilliams Wines	1877
Brown Brothers Wines	1885
d'Arenberg Wines	1912
De Bortoli Wines	1928
Jim Barry Wines	1959
Taylors Wines	1969
Howard Park Wines	1986

Outstanding Pinot Grigio Wines of Australia

Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris grape is a white grape variety and has its origin in France.In Australia, Pinot Gris was introduced in 1832 by James Busby.Wines from this grape variety are for easy drinking.Its sweetness can vary depending on the wine and can fall into sweet, semi-sweet or dry category.The dry Pinot Gris wines coming from Victoria region of Australia are largely labeled as Pinot Grigio. Below infographic mentions some of the outstanding Pinot Grigio wines of Australia along with its tasting notes. These are -

1.Rest Reserve Estate Pinot Grigio

2.Robert Oatley Wild Oats Pinot Grigio

3.Yellow Tail Pinot Grigio

4.Cumulus Block 50 Pinot Grigio

5.De Bortoli La Bossa Pinot Grigio

6.Berton Vineyards Head Over Heels Pinot Grigio

Irresistible Cabernet Merlot Wines

Here are some of the most irresistible Cabernet Merlot Wines from exquisite wine-regions of Australia. Try them out for a pleasurable experience. Rock your party with these wines and experience a leisure trip which you have been longing for. Below infographic contains the following wines -

1.    Peter Lehmann Founding Stone Cabernet Merlot

2.    Cathedral Rock Estate Cabernet Merlot

3.    Mcwilliams Inheritance Cabernet Merlot

4.    Wild Wood Cabernet Merlot

5.    Emmetts Crossing Reserve Cabernet Merlot

6.    Salmon Bay Cabernet Merlot
7.    Yallingup Cabernet Merlot

Shiraz Wines and What These Mean For Australian Wine Industry?

Australia is known for its Shiraz wines. This wine varietal has given Australia a place of pride in global wine industry. Almost all big wine brands and a vast majority of other wine labels do have Shiraz in their portfolio. With about one-thirds of total vineyard area of Australia under the cultivation of this grape, it is quite natural to expect that it rules the destiny of Australian wine industry.

Shiraz has contributed in more than one way to Aussie wine industry. It has contributed to the enormous success of its exports. It has given the confidence among the vine growers to match their European brethren in developing quality wines. This confidence has led to more innovation and the result has been that today many more grape varieties are cultivated for wines. Further, the government has taken this industry a lot more seriously and allowed for unbridled but well-regulated growth and development. Impetus has also been given to private hands in all aspects of the business of growing and marketing of wines.

Today, Shiraz grapes are grown on many small and medium scale vineyards. Many of these growers do not have the wineries of their own. These give their produce to other wineries for processing into wines. This has led to development of well-integrated and organized wine industry.

Growth of wine business has also led to increase in domestic consumption of wines, besides exports. The consumption trends indicate that this particular wine is the most popular among Aussie population. This has also been used in making of various blends of wines. 

Hot-selling Australian Grenache Wines of 2016

These wines have been directly selected from the best of 2016 Grenache wines. These wines have left a lasting impression on many wine drinkers. Now is your turn to try them out. Every wine showcases varied flavors and aromas. These wines redefine Grenache wines completely.

Unforgettable Semillon Sauvignon Blanc Wines

This presentation will end your search about most Impressive Semillon Sauvignon Blanc Wines of 2016. So go ahead and pamper yourself with these wines coming from the best wine regions of Australia. Make every occasion count with these wines. These special few are –

·         Cathedral Rock Estate Semillon Sauvignon Blanc

·         Peter Lehmann Founding Stone Semillon Sauvignon Blanc

·         De Bortoli The Accomplice Semillon Sauvignon Blanc

·         Yallingup Semillon Sauvignon Blanc

·         Salmon Bay Semillon Sauvignon Blanc

·         Surfs Up Semillon Sauvignon Blanc

·         Peaceful Bay Semillon Sauvignon Blanc

Most Impressive Semillon Sauvignon Blanc wines of 2016 from JustWines

Favourite Shiraz Wines of Australians

Ever wondered which Shiraz wines were the favourites of Australians. Sit back and take a quick peek into Shiraz Wines that ruled Australia in 2016. Here is the List of Popular Shiraz Wines:

McWilliams Inheritance Shiraz
Night Harvest Reserve Shiraz
Fred Black Shiraz
Printhie Mountain Range Shiraz
Mcwilliams Hanwood Estate Shiraz
De Bortoli Accomplice Shiraz
Block Nine Shiraz
Sunview Shiraz