Bold Flavors Shiraz Treasures Under $40

Discover the essence of bold and vibrant Shiraz with this expertly curated 6-pack collection. Representing some of the finest Shiraz wines under $40, this pack delivers exceptional value without compromising on quality. Each bottle showcases the rich fruit, peppery spice, and smooth finish that make Shiraz a perennial favorite. Perfect for pairing with hearty meals or enjoying on its own, this collection is a celebration of flavor and craftsmanship. Explore a treasure trove of Shiraz delights today!

1 x Cloud Street Shiraz 2020 - Victoria, Australia

Winemaker "...a wine crafted with passion and expertise. This Shiraz showcases the rich and robust flavors that Shiraz enthusiasts adore, offering a bold and memorable experience."

Cloud Street are producers of outstanding value, sourcing quality fruit from well-regarded wine growing regions within the state of Victoria and fashioning it into fresh, lively and deliciously uncomplicated wine with a single varietal focus. The perfect accompaniment to sophisticated day to day living, for those who wish to drink well on a budget. Cloud Street evokes the feeling and experiences of an Australian way of life. Grab a glass and stay a while.

Shiraz, also known as Syrah is a popular red wine. Though the spiritual homeland of this red grape is France, Syrah has been planted throughout the world to great success. It expresses itself differently depending on the climate, soil and regional style.

Syrah is typically bold and full-bodied, with aromatic notes of smoke, black fruit and pepper spice. Stylistically, it can be round and fruity, or dense and tannic. And in warmer New World regions like Australia, Syrah is most often be called Shiraz.

Winemakers who work in cooler-climate growing regions, both in the Old World and New World, tend to call their wines Syrah. The most famous examples come from the northern Rhône Valley of France, notably Hermitage and Côte-Rôtie. In the New World, in regions like Sonoma Coast, California; Yarra Valley, Australia; and parts of Chile, the wines are called Syrah because they emulate the leaner, acid-driven, savory styles of the Old World French classics.

Shiraz tends to come from warmer growing climates, namely the South Australian regions of Barossa, McLaren Vale and Adelaide Hills. Stylistically, these wines are lush, fruit-forward examples that embody the warmer, sunnier climate. Shiraz is so important to Australian viticulture that it is the most planted grape variety in the majority of Australian vineyards and has become virtually synonymous with the country's wine regions, and in particular the Barossa Valley.

2 x Plantagenet Lions Circle Shiraz 2020 - Mt. Barker, Western Australia

Bronze - Natalie MacLean (2018 vintage)
92/100 - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit (2017 vintage)
Bronze - Natalie MacLean (2017 vintage)

Natalie MacLean "... is an excellent value Shiraz, supple, full-bodied with layers of dark cherry, plum, dried herbs, pepper and well-integrated toasty oak spice flavours with a silky, long and vibrant finish." (2018 vintage)

Sam Kim, Wine Orbit "Solid core of dark fruits, plums and white pepper follow through from the nose. Great acidity balances the dense fruit core with soft tannin and an elegant mouthfeel. Savoury herbal notes at complexity with a slightly old world feel to the wine. Classical cool climate shiraz from a cool vintage." (2017 vintage)

Natalie MacLean "A generous, full-bodied, supple Australia Shiraz with aromas of fleshy ripe black plums and spice. Perfect for grilled meats." (2017 vintage)

Western Australian winery, Plantagenet is acclaimed internationally for its consistently highly-awarded, quality wines produced from its five vineyards located in the cool climate region of the Great Southern. It is known for its highly aromatic riesling, tangy citrus-tinged chardonnay, exceptional Rhône-style shiraz and superb cabernet sauvignon. The five estate vineyards are overseen by Chief Viticulturist Jordan Ellis whose philosophy is sustainability and remaining true to the terroir of the region.

The Real Review "Plantagenet is a pioneer of the Great Southern region of Western Australia with vineyards first planted in 1986 and the first commercial winery established in the region. Celebrated for its rich heritage, the winery was until recently owned the Lionel Samson family, the oldest family owned business in Western Australia established in Fremantle in 1829. Plantagenet has five vineyards in the Mount Barker sub region each with the unique characteristics, ancient soils and a cool maritime climate creating expressive wines of provenance, quality & prestige. "

James Halliday, Halliday Australian Wine Companion "Plantagenet has honed its flagship varieties into a distinct Great Southern wine style; a depth of lively flavour, seamless elegance and natural purity"

The Great Southern is emerging as a wine region of international significance and reputation. It is the largest wine growing region in Australia and is the second largest producer of grapes in Western Australia. It is a landscape of forested cliffs and resplendent mountain ranges, grazing pastures and towns steeped in history. The regional climate ranges from the coastal, maritime subregions of Albany and Denmark to the inland, continental subregions of Mount Barker, Porongurup and Frankland River. The predominant soils are similar to those of the Margaret River region - either lateritic gravelly sandy loams (marri country) or sandy loams deriving directly from granite and gneissic bedrocks. Near perfect conditions for grape growing has lured some of the most creative and talented winemakers to call this land their home and become part of its ancient story.

The region is known for commitment to be sustainable, and organic, and is attracting some of Australia’s best winemakers. In 2023 the region dominated the Halliday Wine Companion Awards with its Top Rated 2023 Rieslings winning 10 of the top 40 awards. Other varietals from the region also received exceptional ratings of 97, 96 & 95 points.

Winemakers who work in cooler-climate growing regions, both in the Old World and New World, tend to call their wines Syrah. The most famous examples come from the northern Rhône Valley of France, notably Hermitage and Côte-Rôtie. In the New World, in regions like Sonoma Coast, California; Yarra Valley, Australia; and parts of Chile, the wines are called Syrah because they emulate the leaner, acid-driven, savory styles of the Old World French classics.

Shiraz tends to come from warmer growing climates, namely the South Australian regions of Barossa, McLaren Vale and Adelaide Hills. Stylistically, these wines are lush, fruit-forward examples that embody the warmer, sunnier climate. Shiraz is so important to Australian viticulture that it is the most planted grape variety in the majority of Australian vineyards and has become virtually synonymous with the country's wine regions, and in particular the Barossa Valley.

1 x Mojo Shiraz 2021 ~ McLaren Vale, South Australia

Bronze - Aaron Brasher, The Real Review
92/100 Angus Hughson, Wine Pilot (2018 vintage)
92/100 Steven Creber, Hallliday Wine Companion (2018 vintage)

Gold - New World Wine Awards 2021

Aaron Brasher, The Real Review "Dark red and youthful in the glass. Aromas of charry oak, plum, mulberry and dried herbs. The palate is soft and juicy, all dark fruits, chocolate and cedary oak. Generously flavoured and good value"

Angus Hughson, Wine Pilot "There are times that call for a big mouthful of red wine, and in this part of the world that often means Barossa Valley Shiraz. Here we have a crowdpleaser that is deeply coloured, bold, juicy and delivers lashings of tarry, blackberry fruits with some spicy oak. It is then quite dry on the palate with layers of sweet fruit that fill the plump palate which has a lingering finish. There is also a nice touch of Barossan baked earth fruit complexity that makes it almost impossible to stop after a single glass." (2018 vintage)

Steven Creber, Halliday Wine Companion "Both hand and machine-picked fruit, some whole berries included and cold soaked prior to ferment. Aged in new and older French and American hogsheads for 10 months. Barossa shiraz with plenty of oomph, but in a contemporary approachable style. Aromas of ripe blackberry and plum with tar/graphite notes, and a generous, juicy palate with grippy but balanced tannin" (2018 vintage)

Winemaker "The label gives it away; this shiraz is bright and punchy . On the nose, blackraspberry fruits with hints of smoky tobacco. The palate follows with densely
packed, plush red fruits with lashings of all spice and white pepper. Tannins
are soft and sleek. Lively, raspberry, spicy."

Mojo work with growers across South Australia to create a range of wines that capture the unique characteristics of each region and varietal. Free from the constraint of owning their own vineyards they believe they are able to make wines that each have their own unique story. Each harvest Mojo use the best grapes of the season in each region.

The Limestone Coast is a renowned wine region located in the southeastern part of South Australia, Australia. It is named after the unique limestone soils that characterize the area and contribute to the distinctive terroir of the region. The Limestone Coast is known for producing high-quality wines, particularly reds and whites, and it's divided into several subregions, each with its own microclimate and specialties.

Shiraz is the name given to the dark-skinned Syrah grape when grown in Australia and selected pockets of the New World. Though genetically identical, the stylistic differences between Shiraz and Syrah are usually pronounced.

Shiraz is so important to Australian viticulture that it is the most planted grape variety in the majority of Australian vineyards and has become virtually synonymous with the country's wine regions, and in particular the Barossa Valley.

1 x Sticks The Seasons' Shiraz 2018 - Victoria, Australia

Winemaker "Rich cherry red colour. The 2018 Shiraz has a lifted nose of cherry and blackberry with hints of smokey spices and cloves.The palate is ripe, brimming with red cherries, ripe blackberries a hint of spice and fine well rounded tannins."

Sticks stands among the Yarra Valley's most well-known wineries. We source fruit from right across the Yarra Valley – Australia's best cool-climate wine region – to create our wines, sticking to the varietals that the region does best. Pinot noir, chardonnay, cabernet, sparkling and more – our wines are modern takes on the Yarra Valley classics, all crafted with drinkability front of mind.

The Yarra Valley is a well-respected Australian wine region which occupies the eastern half of the Port Phillip viticultural zone in the diminutive state of Victoria. At complete odds with the usual, hot and dry Shiraz-growing image of Australia, Yarra Valley is best known for its bright, complex wines made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

Shiraz, also known as Syrah is a popular red wine. Though the spiritual homeland of this red grape is France, Syrah has been planted throughout the world to great success. It expresses itself differently depending on the climate, soil and regional style.

Syrah is typically bold and full-bodied, with aromatic notes of smoke, black fruit and pepper spice. Stylistically, it can be round and fruity, or dense and tannic. And in warmer New World regions like Australia, Syrah is most often be called Shiraz.

Winemakers who work in cooler-climate growing regions, both in the Old World and New World, tend to call their wines Syrah. The most famous examples come from the northern Rhône Valley of France, notably Hermitage and Côte-Rôtie. In the New World, in regions like Sonoma Coast, California; Yarra Valley, Australia; and parts of Chile, the wines are called Syrah because they emulate the leaner, acid-driven, savory styles of the Old World French classics.

Shiraz tends to come from warmer growing climates, namely the South Australian regions of Barossa, McLaren Vale and Adelaide Hills. Stylistically, these wines are lush, fruit-forward examples that embody the warmer, sunnier climate. Shiraz is so important to Australian viticulture that it is the most planted grape variety in the majority of Australian vineyards and has become virtually synonymous with the country's wine regions, and in particular the Barossa Valley.

1 x Willow Bridge Dragon Fly Shiraz 2022 - Geographe, Western Australia

90/100 James Suckling
91/100 Ray Jordan, Wine Pilot (2021 vintage)
92/100 Erin Larkin, Haliday Wine Companion (2020 vintage)
90/100 Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate (2020 vintage)

Bronze - Mike Bennie, Halliday Wine Companion
Bronze - Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate
Bronze - Gabrielle Poy, The Real Review
Bronze - James Halliday, Halliday Wine Companion (2021 vintage)
Bronze - Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate (2021 vintage)

James Suckling "This ripe and fruity red has notes of blueberries, plums, honey and violets on the nose. It’s medium- to full-bodied, soft and tasty. Drink now. Screw cap."

Mike Bennie, Halliday Wine Companion "It does the trick without being very fancy, a nice place to be. Redcurrants, raspberry, a good dash of smoky spice, some graphite and pencil-shaving characters, a touch of pepper and eucalyptus going on here – flavours and scents in tune with this. A touch of raspiness to texture, a tart, bitter finish and, between that, some nice plushness that takes away from those distractions. It's OK; it drinks pretty easy."

Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate "The 2022 Dragonfly Shiraz leads with dark berries and exotic spices, milk chocolate-coated licorice and blueberries. The wine is simple on the palate, but it hits every high point of juicy fruit and the absence of impactful oak, with gentle, supple tannins. The acidity is pronounced, which may sit adjunct to the plush fruit, yet it feels as if it would lend itself well to a slight chill. Shiraz for summer ... if that's a thing."

Gabrielle Poy, The Real Review "Mocha and spiced black plums lead to a juicy palate. Vanillan notes mix with black and red berries, contained by a rail of tannins. It's an approachable and pleasing style"

Ray Jordan, Wine Pilot "A neat partner for the Cabernet Merlot in this range. Slightly earthier as you might expect with a lift of raspberry and mulberry fruit flavours. Toasty oak underpins with a fine chalky tannin spine for control. Has a creamy, lively and silky smooth palate with a little confectionary raspberry on the finish." (2021 vintage)

Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate "The 2021 Dragonfly Shiraz was opened with great anticipation. This might be a cheap wine (in fact, it is, at around $15AUD), but it routinely does well in wine shows and offers exceptional value for money. Unfortunately, this vintage, while still being fresh and lively, has a distinctly dilute finish that becomes evident from the middle palate onward. 14.2% alcohol, sealed under screw cap." (2021 vintage)

Erin Larkin, Haliday Wine Companion "This is a ripping little wine. At first glance it's a juicy, buoyant and uncomplicated shiraz. But it routinely shows itself to be more sophisticated and complex than its price would suggest. Look for salted licorice, blood, salted plums, redskins, raspberry and pomegranate, alongside the expected blackberry and mulberry. Search for the toasty oak and the star anise, the dry toasted spices through the finish (there's cardamom and cinnamon and a sprinkling of ras el hanout). It's a super-handy little wine, and a great example of how easily Geographe can handle shiraz." (2020 vintage)

Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate "The 2020 Dragonfly Shiraz combines purity of fruit with a more intriguing and engaging blood/licorice/iodine/fennel character that elevates it beyond its price point. This is texturally on point and capable of so much pleasure. The Geographe is a brilliant region for Shiraz." (2020 vintage)

The Australian Wine "(Australai's No. 1 Wine Critic James) Halliday listed Willow Bridge among his ‘Dark Horse Wineries of 2013’ and then his ‘Best Wineries of 2014’. The estate has also won Most Successful Western Australian Exhibitor at the Perth Wine Show three times!"

Halliday Australian Wine Companion "Willow Bridge Estate is family owned and operated by principals Jeff and Vicki Dewar, who bought the picturesque 180-hectare hillside property in 1996 after an exhaustive search of the state for the ideal vineyard site from which to realize their shared vision of producing world class wines which are both opulent and accessible. The estate is located in a hidden jewel of an area known as the Ferguson Valley (in Geograph Bay in Western Australia) which, at that time, was home to only a few small vineyards. Immediately planting 60 hectares of vines and then building a state of the art winery (the first winery in the area) in time for their first vintage in 2000, established Willow Bridge as the pioneering estate of the area and demonstrated the family’s confidence in the property and resolve to see their vision become reality."

Willow Bridge Estate continues to attract acclaim for the relatively newly established wine growing region of Geographe which is located adjacent to its more famous neighbour, Margaret River, in Western Australia. Wine critcs have heralded the winery for producing quality, good value wines. Winemaking is by veteran Western Australian winemaker, Kim Horton.

The Geographe wine growing region is located near the southern end of the Western Australia's Indian Ocean coast, between the emerging Peel region and famous Margaret River – with which its terroir shares several similarities. The best wines grown in this region include fruity Cabernet Sauvignon (often blended with Merlot), gamey Shiraz, rich, citrusy Chardonnay, and grassy 'SSB' blends of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. The region's profile is increasing with several Geographe wineries winning national and international awards annually. At the heart of Western Australia's wine industry, the region supplies more than 10% of Western Australia's wine.

Shiraz is the name given to the dark-skinned Syrah grape when grown in Australia and selected pockets of the New World. Though genetically identical, the stylistic differences between Shiraz and Syrah are usually pronounced.

Shiraz is so important to Australian viticulture that it is the most planted grape variety in the majority of Australian vineyards and has become virtually synonymous with the country's wine regions, and in particular the Barossa Valley.