Barossa Valley

About this region

O Barossa Valley, na Austrália do Sul, é a casa icónica do Shiraz de vinhas velhas — algumas plantações datam da década de 1840, sobreviveram intactas à filoxera europeia. O clima quente, seco e continental produz Shiraz opulento, de corpo cheio, cor profunda, fruta madura intensa e a assinatura característica de chocolate e pimenta. O Penfolds Grange, feito principalmente com Shiraz do Barossa, é a referência máxima. Mataro (Mourvèdre), Grenache e Cabernet Sauvignon completam a paleta tinta; o Riesling do sub-zona mais alta de Eden Valley está entre os mais longevos da Austrália.

Information

Country: Australia
Climate: Continental

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Frequently asked questions

How many Barossa Valley wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for Barossa Valley wines across Portuguese online retailers — 13 in the catalogue.

Which grape varieties are common in Barossa Valley?

Common grape varieties in Barossa Valley include Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Semillon.

What is the Barossa Valley wine region known for?

South Australia's Barossa Valley is the iconic home of Old Vine Shiraz — some plantings dating to the 1840s, predating the European phylloxera crisis, survive untouched. The warm, dry continental climate produces opulent, full-bodied Shiraz with deep colour, intense ripe fruit, and the characteristic…