Plan a late winter get-together this weekend with our pick of delicious New Zealand and Australian red wines
From the herbaceous, juicy berry tang of a pinot noir to the spicy fullness of a shiraz, red wine is one of the things we look forward to the most about winter. Here’s our pick of great reds to enjoy right now (pictured below from left to right)…
Liquorland Picks
Jacob’s Creek Double Barrel Shiraz
A full and generous wine that's smooth and complex, thanks to the additional finish in aged Scotch whisky barrels. Subtle toasty vanilla is enlivened by sweet red fruits and dark chocolate. RRP$23.99 at Liquorland
Church Road McDonald Series Syrah
This fragrant syrah sparkles with aromas of violet, spice and liquorice, and delivers flavours of rich plum and dark berry fruits with a medium body and a heavenly long finish. RRP$28.99 at Liquorland
I Am George Shiraz
Bold in flavour, this smooth Langhorne Creek shiraz has rich notes of dark fruits and luxurious chocolate complemented by velvety tannins and a lovely long finish. RRP$22.99 at Liquorland
Montana Reserve Pinot Noir
This bright, lively wine has ripe cherry, oak and subtle chocolate aromas, a medium body, and flavours of fruity sweetness balanced by spicy cinnamon. RRP$16.99 at Liquorland
St Hugo Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon
An elegant red wine with a great balance between sweet fruits and fine dusty tannins. Aromas of bright red berry, forest fruits and bay leaf are complemented by cedar spice. RRP$44.99 at Liquorland
Brancott Estate Letter Series 'T' Pinot Noir
Bright aromas of blueberry and black cherry plus subtle hints of liquorice and smoky oak lead you to a velvet palate of sweet berries and spice with soft savoury tannins. RRP$24.99 at Liquorland