Have you ever wondered what wine variety is the most popular in Australia? I have. According to this infographic from Wine Selectors, it seems like a Chardy and Shiraz are highly popular in Australia. Not really surprising with the Chardonnay. When I was little it seemed everyone drank this wine.
We are not the largest producer of wine in the world. This honour belongs to Italy, however, we do produce enough to satisfy everyone in Australia and more!
With the holiday season fast approaching what is your favourite drop?
I do like a nice Rosé on a hot summer day, or it could be a nice Sauvignon Blanc. I am also partial to a nice red so a Shiraz or a Merlot depending on how I feel.
I might be having a nice drink after I brave Westfield for last-minute Christmas shopping. Yes, I am crazy, hubby, the twins and I need to go to the big shopping centre for more choice. No way of getting out of it. I hope all goes well! Wish me luck. I do love going there, just not when it is so busy!
Learn more about wine with the below infographic:
This infographic has been researched & developed by Wine Selectors.
Remember:Drink in moderation and a little bit is okay. A good tip to stay hydrated is to have a glass of water or non-alcoholic drink in-between glasses or have a break. Make sure to eat as well! Stay safe this holiday season and enjoy your time with friends and family.
The lovely people at Wine Selectorssent me a mixed box of wine. Three white and three red. I must say I am partial to a nice glass of wine and getting a box sent to me was just wonderful. I love presents in the mail, don’t you?
I was also blown away that it came with tasting notes and recipes. Also with suggestions of what bottle to have for each meal. It certainly has taken the guesswork out of mealtime.
• Alastair McLeod Riesling 2010
• Ben O’Donoghue Pinot Gris 2011
• Ian Parmenter Gewürztraminer 2012
• Ben O’Donoghue Shiraz 2011
• Frank Camorra Tempranillo 2010
• Grossi Barbera 2011
The Shiraz
The wines so far have been so yummy and matched the meal that I have cooked, and also for one that I did not. Ben O’Donoghue’s Shiraz melted in our mouths and of course, my hubby had to help me taste them. He has also loved all the fancy cooking this week. The Shiraz was rich in flavour and did not taste like it was only made in 2011 it had strength beyond its age. Very impressed with this drop of wine.
Grilled Miso Cured Wagu Beef, cooked by me. It was so yummy I was told to do it again by hubby!
I did add some beans to the meal. I know it was not on the recipe card. So if you are this way inclined too, it worked a treat!
Picking a wine for your meal
Have you thought about what do I cook for dinner? What wine would go with what meal? Well, the lovely suggestions from wine selectors have taken the guesswork out of it all. Search Wine Selectors for recipes and get suggestions for wine suggestions for your meal.
The Riesling
I wanted to try out a meal not from the recipe cards to see if the wines matched and it did. I cooked chicken parcels wrapped in bacon & stuffed with pumpkin, feta & spinach. I teamed this dinner up with Alastair McLeod Riesling 2010, and again the wine really matched the meal and was finished off between hubby and me.
The Riesling was fruity and crisp, just right for these hot days and nights we have been having.
Another fancy meal, hubby is getting used to this. Chicken parcels wrapped in bacon & stuffed with pumpkin, feta & spinach. Wine is Alastair McLeod Riesling 2010.
Wine Selectors offer Convenience and a Great Selection
I have used Wine Selectors before. They have a great selection and it all gets delivered to your door. No going to the post office. This is great if you are busy and have kids. You don’t want to be carting around a box with all your other shopping, ideal to have it shipped to the house.
Hubby and I are enjoying our lovely wine and thanks again Wine Selectors for giving us such a great box to taste. I especially loved the recipes and will cook them all in time.
Note: This was a sponsored post for Wine Selectors. I was sent a box of wine to try and to give my thoughts on. All opinions are my own and from a mummy that has tried the products.
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This infographic has been researched & developed by Wine Selectors.
