The picturesque Barossa region located in the South Australia, is one of the main wine-growing regions in the world. It incorporates the Barossa Valley and Eden Valley which lends it a uniqueness in terms of the climate having both warm and cool climate neighbouring regions. Hectares of land covered with the beautiful vineyards make it a favourite tourist spot. The Barossa Valley region houses more than 150 wineries of which some are very old and renowned. One can find some of the award winning wineries and restaurants in this region.
The Barossa region has a rich history which dates back to 1842. The first wine was introduced here by the European immigrants who left behind them a rich legacy of wine and food. With seven generations of wine-makers having been worked upon this land, it inhabits some of the oldest vines of the world and around century old cellars. World’s oldest vineyards of Shiraz wine are located in this region. Australia is known throughout the world for its best Barossa Shiraz wines. Apart from the star performer Shiraz, this region is also known for grape varieties like Reisling, Grenache, Semillon, Mourvedre, Cabernet Sauvignon and Fortified wines.
Some of the best Barossa award winning Shiraz wines are listed below:
Wine
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Award
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Price
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Bethany GR12 Reserve Shiraz 2008
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Gold Medal
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$93.17
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Rolf Binder Icon Hanisch Shiraz 2012
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97 Points
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$97.99
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1847 Pappy’s Paddock Shiraz 2013
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Trophy and Gold Medal
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$40
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Jacob’s Creek Centenary Hill Shiraz 2012
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Gold Medal
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$65.36
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With some of the oldest and world’s best winery along with great contemporary food artisans, Barossa region can be pronounced as a perfect gastronomic delight. This rare collection of world’s best Shiraz wines is exclusively available on Just Wines website. Try it now!
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