Monday, September 5, 2011

The Rising Popularity of Red Wines from Australia

By Nia Lawrence


Australia, being the world's fourth largest wine-producing region in the world has garnered quite a name and popularity. This is because of its unquestioned capability of producing wines that are of superior quality and sold at cheap prices as well. The country has more than seventy regions that are producing the best red and white wines in the world. In fact, Australia red wine can now be compared to the red wines produced by some of the world's best wine producing regions including France, Italy, Spain and also the United States. In addition, the red wine from Australia has made a name in the international scene garnering awards and recognition in many competitions.

One of the main advantages of Australia against many wine-producing countries is it has a very unique soil and climate. Their land is best for cultivating different kinds of grapes. The country actually has no native grapes of its own and it imports grapes from other places. However, the blend between these foreign grapes and its rich soil has paved the way for the production of some of the best wines. Moreover, Australia is also known for producing more organic and biodynamic wines. The rising demand for more organic products has also contributed to the popularity of wines produced from this country. Australian wines are also known to be strong since alcohol is usually mixed during the fermentation. Thus, the various techniques and style of the winemakers have also influenced the popularity of these wines today.

The red wine in Australia is sold locally and internationally. Shiraz is the most widely produced red wine variety in Australia. The versatility and ability of this wine to grow in any type of soil and climate is the reason why it is a favorite among winemakers. Cabernet Sauvignon is another variety that is popularly grown in the country as well. Some winemakers blend Shiraz and Cabernet together to produce a completely new taste. This blend is known as the Great Australian Red. Other red wines include the Merlot, Pinot Noir and Grenache.

Drinking wine is said to have some positive health benefits for people. Red wine is said to have some antioxidant properties. The level of cholesterol may also be reduced when drinking red wine bottles. Drinking a glass of wine a day can help prevent heart diseases as well. Always remember to drink in moderation to enjoy the health benefits of drinking red wine.

The wine industry of Australia has been continuously growing. It has gained more following through the years, and it still continues to have a major following from different parts of the world today. The wine regions of Australia try to explore the new world further by combining different wine variations while still producing some of the most common and timeless wines today. Given the fine quality wines and cheap prices, people who enjoy having a red wine bottle every now and then should definitely consider buying wines made from Australia.




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