Wines made from Durif grapes of Australie du Sud-Est
Discover the best wines made with Durif as a single variety or as a blend of Australie du Sud-Est.
More informations about the variety Durif
Powerful, deeply coloured reds with an inky, near-black robe, firm tannins and dense palate. Intense aromas of blackberry, plum, blackcurrant, black pepper, chocolate, spices and balsamic notes. Fine ageing potential. Near-extinct in France, it became a star as Petite Sirah in California (Napa, Lodi, Paso Robles) and is emblematic of Rutherglen, Australia. French variety created in 1880 by François Durif in the Isère (spontaneous cross of Syrah × Peloursin).
More informations about the region of Australie du Sud-Est
Macro blending zone covering the southern half of the country (NSW, Victoria, Tasmania, parts of SA and QLD). Accessible, vintage-consistent brand wines: supple fruity Shiraz (blackberry, sweet spice), round Cabernet Sauvignon, gourmet Merlot, opulent Chardonnay (yellow fruit, vanilla), lively Sauvignon Blanc, lemony Sémillon. Status created for export and major international brands. From aperitif to everyday, an affordable, fruity expression of the Australian style.
What are the typical flavors of the Durif grape variety?
- Black fruitPresent in 14% of Durif
- OakPresent in 13% of Durif
- EarthPresent in 10% of Durif
- Red fruitPresent in 10% of Durif
- Non oakPresent in 9% of Durif
- SpicesPresent in 7% of Durif
- MicrobioPresent in 5% of Durif
- Dried fruitPresent in 5% of Durif
- BlackberryPresent in 5% of Durif
- ChocolatePresent in 5% of Durif
- CherryPresent in 4% of Durif
- OakyPresent in 4% of Durif
- Black cherriesPresent in 4% of Durif
- PlumPresent in 4% of Durif
- SmokePresent in 3% of Durif
- BlueberryPresent in 3% of Durif
- Red fruitPresent in 3% of Durif
- VanillaPresent in 3% of Durif
- LeatherPresent in 3% of Durif
- Dark chocolatePresent in 3% of Durif