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Best Australian Shiraz Reds: Top 10 Wines Under $20

Shiraz is syrah, the same grape, just from our Aussie backyard. The warmer weather down under has shaped the original syrah grape into a new world style that has become known for being distinctly Australian. So, it was given a fresh name – shiraz. 

With so many great shiraz wines on the shelf, we want you to discover the perfect Aussie red for any occasion. To help you decide, let’s deep dive into the world of shiraz. Better again, we’ll share our top 10 shiraz wines under $20, available at BWS.

25 Dec 2023

What type of wine is Shiraz?

Shiraz (or syrah) is a dark-skinned grape that produces medium to full-bodied bold red wines. Syrah originated in France before travelling to Australia where it became known as shiraz. 

The famous Australian shiraz is bolder and more robust than syrah. When you think of the Australian Shiraz, the flavour notes are dark fruits like blackberries, blueberries, and plums, with some subtle spicy black pepper. Many of these shiraz wines have great aging potential.

Which Australian wine regions make the best shiraz?

Clare Valley:
This renowned wine-producing region is in Southern Australia. This shiraz has flavours of dark berries, black cherries and plums, with the subtle spiciness of black pepper and even hints of eucalyptus.
Barossa Valley:
The Barossa Valley is said to be the shiraz capital of the world with decades-old vineyards, with some sites cultivating vines for over a century now. A classic Barossa shiraz is full-bodied, with a high level of tannins and flavours that include notes of blackberry, dark fruit, blueberry and black cherry.
McLaren Vale:
Some of the most amazing fruit-forward silky shiraz is produced in the McLaren Vale in South Australia. The cooling coastline brings a Mediterranean-like climate to the region and boosts the flavours of chocolate and liquorice.
Heathcote:
Heathcote in Central Victoria, is a popular region for bold and full-bodied wines, particularly shiraz. Classic flavour notes include blackberry, dark plum and black cherry, with hints of pepper and spice. They have firm tannins and have excellent aging potential
Hunter Valley:
In the Hunter Valley region, you can expect medium-bodied shiraz that is well suited to cellaring. The Hunter Valley is among some of the oldest shiraz-producing regions in Australia. Producing a rich, gamey-tasting shiraz with notes of concentrated fruit and vanilla. The Hunter Valley shiraz is vibrant and gets smoother and silkier the longer it ages.
Here is our list of top shiraz wines for under $20:
Double Barrel Shiraz
Jacob's Creek
Double Barrel Shiraz
$18/ bottle
 
The Parson Shiraz
Chapel Hill
The Parson Shiraz
$20/ bottle
 
Western Australia Shiraz
Old Fat Unicorn
Western Australia Shiraz
$17/ bottle
 
Estate Shiraz
Taylors
Estate Shiraz
$18/ bottle
 
Buy shiraz from a BWS Botlle-O near you!
With 1400+ BWS stores nationwide, we’re here to change the drinks game. Explore the entire range in-store or shop your favourite shiraz wine online through the website or mobile App and select the delivery option that suits you. Cheers to shiraz, the wine that's as Aussie as it gets.
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