Australia punches above its weight when it comes to wine. Especially when it comes to juicy red wines rich with red and black fruits at varying stages of plushness. And I’m not just saying that because I’m biased after being in and around the industry for over a decade. An Australian shiraz was just named best in the world! Shiraz, our country’s take on Syrah, is synonymous with Australia. It’s bold, punchy, and chock full of brightness, whether it’s from Barossa or Margaret River.