Wines to try

Twelve winter-friendly Australian wines to try this month – covering a wide range of prices and regions

By Halliday Promotion

5 May, 2025

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As we approach the colder months, you may be thinking about dusting off some of your red wines to complement those hearty winter meals.

Don't put away your whites though, as – contrary to what some might think – certain white wines are perfect for this time of year. With chardonnay, riesling, grenache, shiraz and more, this list is your guide for what to drink now. Find their scores here, plus links to where you can purchase these very wines for yourself.

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