Arguably Australia’s most famous wine region, the Barossa Valley hardly needs an introduction. Its reputation has been proven time and time again, and its wines have been celebrated on the world stage for decades, for very good reason. As South Aussies here at winedirect.com.au, we’re big fans of this local wine-producing superstar!

Located in South Australia, an hour or so northeast of Adelaide, the Barossa Valley was founded by German settlers, who took advantage of the warm climate of the region to produce fortified wine, which was popular in Australia at the time. The focus of the region shifted in the mid-20th century when there was a growing demand for premium, non-fortified wines, which are what the region is still known for today.

The Mediterranean climate of the Barossa Valley -- including lots of sunshine, dry summer heat and enough rainfall -- makes it ideal for producing full-bodied red wines like Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Grenache.

Today, there are over 150 wineries in the Barossa, producing some incredible wines that go beyond the big, bold reds the region is famous for. There are some big names you’ll likely have heard of, like Penfolds, but we reckon the range of Barossa Valley wines we stock are up there with the best of them!

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