Australia

Australia is one of the most dynamic and cutting edge wine industries in the world. The southern part of the country holds a majority of the vineyards. Australia is known for big, mouth filling white and red wines with many being of great value. The most well known grape varietal in Australia is Shiraz which constructs bold, concentrated blue and black berry flavored wine. Every style of wine is made in Australia; dry, sweet, still, sparkling and fortified. Sixty plus varietals are grown, but among the most important, are Chardonnay, Riesling, Semillon, Cabernet Sauvignon and the most popular, Shiraz.