Red Barossa Valley Shiraz
Bold fruit and peppery spice stand up to smoky, sauced meats.
Body: fullAcidity: mediumTannin: highSweetness: dry Grape: Shiraz Region: South Australia
About This Style
Barossa Valley Shiraz is a red built on Shiraz from South Australia. Expect bold fruit and peppery spice stand up to smoky, sauced meats.
Pairing Principles
- Sweet spice and oak echo barbecue rubs and char.
- Dense fruit handles heat and sticky glazes.
- Avoid: delicate white fish.
Signature Aromas
blackberrycracked peppersmoked meat
Plays Nicely With
American barbecuebeefslow-cooked
Bold pepper and smoked meat notes match Texas barbecue smoke.
Korean beefsweet-savorygrilled
Dense fruit handles sweet-savory galbi glaze.
Steer Clear Of
delicate white fish
Label Inspiration
Penfolds Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz 2020
South Australia • classic
Blackberry, cracked pepper, and smoked meat with bold tannins.
Featured Dishes
American barbecuebeefslow-cooked
Bold pepper and smoked meat notes match Texas barbecue smoke.
Korean beefsweet-savorygrilled
Dense fruit handles sweet-savory galbi glaze.
FAQ
- What foods pair best with Barossa Valley Shiraz?
- Barossa Valley Shiraz shines with Smoked Brisket Plate; its structure matches the dish without overpowering it.
- How should I serve Barossa Valley Shiraz?
- Serve just below room temperature (around 60–64°F) to keep fruit lively and tannins smooth.
- When should I avoid pouring Barossa Valley Shiraz?
- Skip it with delicate white fish—those pairings tend to clash with its structure.
Adjacent Styles
Plush, ripe tannins with dark fruit and cocoa that stand up to charred beef.
Sun-baked red with wild herb perfume that matches smoky, glazed meats.