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    Ulithorne is a small batch McLaren Vale producer with roots dating back to 1950, when the original estate vineyard was planted in the Blewitt Sprin...

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  • Order Macaw Creek Reserve Langhorne Creek Shiraz 2020 - Just Wines
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    Product DescriptionMacaw Creek Reserve Langhorne Creek Shiraz 2020 is a premium South Australian red crafted from carefully selected fruit grown in...

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  • Langmeil Old Vine Garden Barossa Valley The Freedom 1843 Shiraz 2023 - 3 Bottles

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    Medium depth crimson with purple hues. A rich and intense aroma of ripe Satsuma plum, mocha and ANZAC cookies, mingle with hints of cedar, violets ...

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  • Little Giant 'Mid-Strength' Barossa Valley Shiraz 2021 - 6 Bottles

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    Winery BackgroundLittle Giant wines has carved a reputation for producing bold, regionally expressive wines that never compromise on flavour. With ...

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    Winery Background Schild Estate is a family-owned winery with deep roots in the Barossa Valley. The estate's history dates back to 1847 when the vi...

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  • Tellurian Wines 'Estate' Victoria 'Tranter' Shiraz 2022 - 6 Bottles

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    Winery Overview Tellurian Wines is a family-owned, organically managed vineyard and winery located in the Heathcote region of Victoria. Their ‘Esta...

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  • Kalleske Moppa Barossa Valley Organic Shiraz 2024

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    Kalleske is a seventh-generation family-owned winery located near Greenock in the north-western Barossa Valley. The Kalleske family has been farm...

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  • Geoff Merrill Reserve McLaren Vale Shiraz 2017 - 6 Bottles

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    TASTING NOTES: Geoff Merrill Reserve Shiraz displays a deep red colour. The wine is packed with red berry, chocolate, leather and earthy characters...

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  • John Duval Eligo Shiraz 2022 Barossa Valley - 6 Bottles

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    TASTING NOTES: Dense purple-red. Savoury berry, spice nose. Blackberry and blueberry with hints of earth and charcuterie. The elegant expression ...

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  • Angove Wild Olive Organic Mclaren Vale Shiraz 2024 - 6 Bottles

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    Winery Background The Angove family has been making wine in South Australia since 1886 and remains one of the country’s leading family-owned produc...

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  • Ross Hill Pinnacle Orange, NSW Shiraz 2022 - 12 Bottles

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    Winery Background Ross Hill Wines is a family‑owned estate in Orange, New South Wales, led by the Robson family. The Pinnacle Series highlights the...

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  • Kalleske Greenock Barossa Valley Organic Shiraz 2024

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    Kalleske is a seventh-generation family-owned winery located in Greenock in the north-western Barossa Valley. The Kalleske family has been farmin...

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  • Basileus Barossa Valley Shiraz 2021 - 6 Bottles

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    About Basileus Basileus is a Greek term that has signified various types of monarchs throughout history and is most commonly understood to mean “Ki...

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  • Bowen Estate Coonawarra Shiraz 2024 - 12 Bottles

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    TASTING NOTES: The wine is a great representation of our continuing devotion to Coonawarra Shiraz. Upon approaching the wine, you are greeted by ...

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    Little Giant Barossa Valley Shiraz 2024 - 6 Bottles

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    Winery BackgroundLittle Giant wines has become a favourite among Australian wine lovers, crafting wines that are bold, generous, and instantly appr...

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  • Ox Hardy McLaren Vale Blewitt Springs Shiraz 2023 - 6 Bottles

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    Inky blackberry aromas, fresh redcurrant, raspberry. Savoury and aniseed. Rich full juicy palate, inky texture. Fresh, soft full tannins, lovely co...

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  • Penfolds Bin 389 South Australian Cabernet Shiraz 2024

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    Affectionately known as "Baby Grange," Penfolds Bin 389 South Australian Cabernet Shiraz 2024 is one of Australia's most iconic red blends and a co...

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  • Mercer Preservative Free NSW Shiraz 2023

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    Mercer Wines is a family-owned NSW producer focused on sustainable and minimal intervention winemaking. Led by winemaker Aaron Mercer, the winery w...

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  • Shaw & Smith Adelaide Hills Shiraz 2023 - 6 Bottles

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    Winery BackgroundShaw & Smith was established in 1989 by cousins Michael Hill Smith MW and Martin Shaw, with the vision of producing benchmark ...

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  • Hollick Wilgha Coonawarra Shiraz 2018 - 6 Bottles

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    Background Hollick Estates is a boutique vineyard-based producer in Coonawarra, known for some of the region’s esteemed vineyards: Neilson’s Block,...

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  • Hickinbotham Clarendon Vineyard Brooks Road McLaren Vale Shiraz 2022 - 6 Bottles

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    WINERY INFORMATION: Hickinbotham (Clarendon Vineyard) is a new ultra-premium, small batch range produced by Jackson Family Wines (who also own Yang...

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  • Adventurous Souls Barossa Valley Shiraz 2024 - 12 Bottles

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    Vineyards A single vineyard wine from Greenock on the western side of the Barossa Valley. Vines are around 30 years old, and the soil type varies f...

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  • Robert Stein Mudgee Shiraz 2022 - 12 Bottles

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    Winery BackgroundRobert Stein Wines is one of Mudgee’s most respected family-owned wineries, tracing its roots back to 1838. Today, under the guida...

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    Bleasdale Langhorne Creek Sparkling Shiraz NV - 6 Bottles

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    TASTING NOTES: We select fruit from sandy and stony vineyards in Langhorne Creek, ferment in open vats before maturation in seasoned oak barrels ...

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  • Tomfoolery Black & Blue Barossa Valley Shiraz 2024 - 6 Bottles

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    The Tomfoolery ‘Black & Blue’ Shiraz is sourced from a select premium vineyard in the northern sub-region of Ebenezer in the Barossa Valley. Gr...

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  • Geoff Merrill Jacko's McLaren Vale Shiraz 2018 - 12 Bottles

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    TASTING NOTES: Wines by brand Geoff Merrill are expressions of grape variety, terroir and vintage, crafted with minimal intervention. This Shiraz...

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  • Tar & Roses Heathcote Shiraz 2025 - 12 Bottles

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    Winery BackgroundTar & Roses is a boutique label inspired by Mediterranean winemaking traditions, crafted in Central Victoria by winemakers Don...

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  • Bekkers McLaren Vale Syrah 2022 - 1 Bottles

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    Our quest to create a fine wine beacon for McLaren Vale means attention to the smallest details. Vineyard parcels are selected from our ‘artist’s p...

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  • Fowles Wines 'Farm To Table' Victoria Shiraz 2024- 6 Bottles

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    Winery Background Fowles Wine is a family-owned estate in the Strathbogie Ranges, Victoria. Their Farm To Table series is built on a philosophy of ...

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  • Jack Estate Mythology Coonawarra Shiraz 2012 - 6 Bottles

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    WINERY INFORMATION Jack Estate is a renowned producer of premium quality wines from Coonawarra. This Aussie winery has vineyards blessed with rich ...

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  • Jim Barry Lodge Hill Cellar Release Clare Valley Shiraz 2018 - 6 Bottles

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    Jim Barry Lodge Hill Cellar Release Clare Valley Shiraz 2018 presents a polished expression of Shiraz shaped by the character of Clare Valley. In t...

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  • Audrey Wilkinson Hunter Valley Shiraz 2023- 6 Bottles

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    Winery Background Established in 1866, Audrey Wilkinson is one of Australia’s most historic Hunter Valley wineries, known for crafting wines with e...

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  • Greenock Creek Moppa Vineyard Barossa Valley Shiraz 2021 - 6 Bottles

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    Winery BackgroundFounded in 1972 by David Wynn, Mountadam Vineyards is one of Eden Valley’s trailblazing estates. Renowned for its elevated vineyar...

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Buy Australian Shiraz Wine Online

Buying Shiraz wine online with Just Wines is easy. The collection covers hundreds of bottles, from everyday drops under $20 to premium, cellar-worthy releases from iconic producers, plus organic, preservative-free and sparkling options. Whatever style you're after, there's an Australian Shiraz here to match your taste and budget.

Use the search and filter tools to shop by region, price, brand or style, and order Shiraz online today with fast, reliable delivery across Australia.

Australian Shiraz by Region

Region shapes everything about how a Shiraz tastes, so it's the best place to start when choosing a bottle. Australia's diverse climates give the grape a remarkable range of expressions.

Barossa Valley Shiraz

The Barossa Valley in South Australia is the wine most people picture when they think of Australian Shiraz. These are full-bodied, powerful reds loaded with blackberry, dark plum, chocolate and vanilla from oak ageing. Many Barossa vineyards are over a century old, giving the wines real depth and excellent cellaring potential. Look for Penfolds, Murray Street Wines, Langmeil and St Hallett.

McLaren Vale Shiraz

McLaren Vale Shiraz is a little more generous and velvety, with rich dark fruit, a hint of mocha, earthy spice and a savoury finish. It's superb with food and equally good on its own. Ulithorne and our Gold Standard McLaren Vale releases show the region at its best.

Hunter Valley Shiraz

New South Wales' Hunter Valley is one of Australia's oldest wine regions, and its Shiraz has a distinctive medium-bodied, earthy and savoury character that ages beautifully. Museum-release bottles like Audrey Wilkinson show how gracefully these wines evolve over time.

Yarra Valley Shiraz

The cool-climate Yarra Valley in Victoria produces a lighter, more elegant style of Shiraz, with bright red fruit, cracked pepper and fine structure. It's a lovely change of pace for anyone who usually reaches for the bigger Barossa style.

Margaret River Shiraz

Margaret River in Western Australia is best known for its Cabernet, but the region also turns out refined, medium-bodied Shiraz with elegant dark fruit and a cool-climate freshness. Availability varies, so check the range above for current Margaret River releases.

Other Australian Shiraz Regions

Beyond the classics, our range includes Shiraz from Heathcote (earthy, mineral intensity), the Adelaide Hills (elegant and peppery), Langhorne Creek and the Limestone Coast (soft, approachable and great value), Padthaway, and even a single-vineyard Syrah from the cool Mornington Peninsula. Each brings its own regional stamp to the grape.

Shiraz Styles to Explore

Shiraz comes in a wide spread of styles, so there's a bottle for every palate and occasion.

Full-Bodied Shiraz

The classic Australian style: rich, powerful and deeply fruited, with blackberry, dark plum, chocolate and firm, ripe tannins. Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale are the heartland here, producing bold reds built to match hearty food or reward a few years in the cellar.

Cool-Climate Shiraz

For a lighter, more elegant glass, cool-climate Shiraz from regions like the Adelaide Hills, Heathcote and the Yarra Valley offers red berries, cracked pepper and a fresher, more savoury profile. Often a surprise for those who only know the big warm-climate style.

Organic Shiraz

For wines made with minimal intervention, our organic and preservative-free Shiraz includes bottles from Angove, Tamburlaine, Temple Bruer, See Saw and Wild Folk. Many are vegan-friendly too, delivering the same bold flavour with organic credentials.

Shiraz Cabernet

The classic Australian Shiraz Cabernet blend marries the rich fruit and spice of Shiraz with the structure and blackcurrant of Cabernet Sauvignon. The result is a wonderfully balanced, food-friendly red, with Penfolds Bin 389 a benchmark example.

Sparkling Shiraz

A uniquely Australian creation, sparkling Shiraz is deep, red and lively, with dark berry fruit, a fine mousse and a touch of sweetness. It's a festive favourite, particularly at Christmas, and pairs brilliantly with roast turkey, glazed ham and rich savoury dishes. Schild Estate is a great place to start.

Best Shiraz by Budget

Whatever you're looking to spend, there's a great Shiraz here for it.

Shiraz Under $20

Excellent everyday drinking, with bold, easy-going bottles perfect for a midweek dinner or a barbecue. Options like Gapsted Buffalo, T Bone, The Hero and Grape Gang deliver plenty of flavour without stretching the budget.

Australian Shiraz Under $30

Step up to more regional character and complexity, with bottles from the likes of Angove, Tamburlaine, Reschke and Wild Folk. This is the sweet spot for quality versus price.

Premium Australian Shiraz

For a special occasion or a serious cellar addition, our premium tier gathers icons like Penfolds RWT and St Henri, Glaetzer Eye of Ra and Langmeil's old-vine The Freedom 1843, wines of real depth, structure and ageing potential.

How to Choose the Right Shiraz

Not sure which bottle to pick? Start with what you already enjoy, then narrow it down.

Choose Shiraz Based on Region

Region is your biggest clue to style. For big, bold reds, look to the Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale. For something lighter and more elegant, explore cool-climate regions like the Adelaide Hills, Heathcote and the Yarra Valley. For earthy, savoury complexity, the Hunter Valley is well worth a look.

Choose Shiraz Based on Body and Flavour

Prefer a rich, full-bodied red with dark fruit and firm tannins? Reach for a warm-climate Barossa or McLaren Vale style. After something lighter, fresher and more peppery? A cool-climate Shiraz is the way to go.

Choose Shiraz Based on Occasion

For an easy midweek red, an everyday bottle under $20 does the job. For a dinner party or gift, a regional bottle under $30 adds character, and for a milestone or the cellar, a premium release is well worth it. For celebrations, sparkling Shiraz brings something special to the table.

Choose Shiraz Based on Food Pairing

Shiraz is one of the most food-friendly reds there is. Its bold fruit and smooth tannins stand up to rich, hearty dishes, think slow-roasted lamb, beef stew, grilled steak and barbecued meats. Bigger Barossa styles suit the heartiest plates, while lighter cool-climate Shiraz pairs well with roast chicken, duck and peppered dishes.

What Does Shiraz Wine Taste Like?

Shiraz packs a punch. Expect deep, juicy flavours of blackberry, plum and blueberry, mixed with black pepper and a hint of vanilla or chocolate, sometimes with a note of smoky oak. Warm-climate Australian Shiraz, like Barossa and McLaren Vale, tends to be richer and almost jammy, with generous fruit-forward flavour. Cool-climate Shiraz, from regions like the Adelaide Hills and Yarra Valley, is more refined, savoury and elegant, with fresher red fruit and cracked pepper. It's medium to full-bodied and almost always dry, so it tastes rich and fruity without being sweet.

FAQS

1. What is Shiraz wine? +

Shiraz is a red wine made from the Shiraz grape, Australia's most planted and most iconic red variety. Known as Syrah elsewhere in the world, it produces bold, richly fruited wines with flavours of blackberry, plum, black pepper and warm spice, ranging from full-bodied warm-climate styles to lighter, more elegant cool-climate expressions.

2. Is Shiraz a red wine? +

Yes. Shiraz is a red wine, and typically a medium to full-bodied one with rich dark fruit and firm, smooth tannins. The same grape is also used to make sparkling Shiraz, a uniquely Australian style, and occasionally rosé.

3. What does Australian Shiraz taste like? +

Australian Shiraz leads with blackberry, dark plum and blueberry, layered with black pepper, warm spice and often a touch of chocolate or vanilla from oak. Warm-climate regions like the Barossa give richer, riper, fuller-bodied wines, while cooler regions produce fresher, more savoury and peppery styles. It's almost always dry.

4. What is the best Australian Shiraz? +

The best Australian Shiraz depends on the style you enjoy, but the country's benchmark regions are the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale and the Hunter Valley. Highly rated bottles in our range include Penfolds RWT and St Henri, Murray Street Wines and Ulithorne. A top-rated Shiraz filter is an easy way to shop by critic acclaim.

5. What food pairs well with Shiraz? +

Shiraz is superb with rich, hearty dishes. Classic matches include slow-roasted lamb, beef stew, grilled steak and barbecued meats, along with aged hard cheeses and even dark chocolate. Bigger Barossa styles handle the heartiest plates, while lighter cool-climate Shiraz suits roast chicken, duck and peppered dishes.

6. What is the difference between Shiraz and Syrah? +

Shiraz and Syrah are the same grape, just different names. In Australia, and often for richer, riper, full-bodied wines, it's called Shiraz. In France and much of Europe, and often for more restrained, savoury, peppery styles, it's called Syrah. Some Australian producers use "Syrah" on the label to signal a cooler-climate, more elegant style.

7. Is Shiraz a dry red wine? +

Yes. Almost all Shiraz is dry. Its ripe blackberry and plum flavours can make warm-climate styles taste rich and fruity, but the wine itself has little residual sugar. The main exception is sparkling Shiraz, which often carries a touch of sweetness.

8. Which Australian region is best known for Shiraz? +

The Barossa Valley in South Australia is the region most famous for Australian Shiraz, celebrated worldwide for its full-bodied, powerful, age-worthy reds. McLaren Vale and the Hunter Valley are also highly regarded, each producing a distinct regional style.

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