DOWN UNDER
From First Drop to Xabregas, this tour around Australia covers more than just fanciful names. Riesling, Shiraz, even Tempranillo and a few blends—all for $25 or less—offer plenty of flavor and personality. Slake your thirst with a sleek, tangy Riesling or fire up the grill and open a fruity red. The proprietary blends are variations of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro.
FIRST DROP Shiraz Barossa Mother’s Milk 2013 (92, $20) Black cherry, cassis, gingerbread spice; supple, expressive
KILIKANOON Riesling Clare Valley Mort’s Block 2013 (92, $20) Pear, peach, citrus
ANTHROPOLOGY Shiraz New South Wales 2012 (91, $10) Currant, plum, peppercorn
THE CHOOK Shiraz-Viognier Australia 2013 (91, $18) Licorice, mineral, blackberry; taut
D’ARENBERG Riesling McLaren Vale The Dry Dam 2014 (91, $17) Sea salt, lime, nectarine
DANDELION Menagerie of the…
