The weather is starting to cool down now that we are finally in Autumn and I am beyond excited. Autumn may be mild in Brisbane, but it is so nice getting cool mornings again! Autumn is perfect for starting to enjoy some warming reds but there’s always a place for something cool too! To help get you in the cozy mood too, here are five perfect wines for Autumn.
These wines are wines I can’t wait to enjoy in the cooler weather. They remind me of cozy times and are perfect for matching with cooler weather and warming comfort foods.
Soumah 2021 Chardonnay d’Soumah
Chardonnay is the perfect way to enjoy white in Autumn. It has enough body to give off just the right amount of warmth. This Chardonnay from Soumah has it all, making it a great wine for enjoying day or night. Notes of lemon and peach are balanced with flavours of toasted nuts, giving it the perfect warming feeling. This wine is great for those who love oaked or unoaked Chardonnay with just enough freshness, and at $28 a bottle, it is affordable too!
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Z Wines Rustica Grenache
I am always in the mood for a Grenache, and I feel like it’s a great red wine for Autumn. It fits perfectly between Summer and Winter in my opinion. The Z Wines Rustica Grenache is a really delicious and affordable wine from the Barossa Valley. It’s packed full of cherry and spice with a hint of strawberry, making it perfect for cozying up on the couch in front of Netflix. It’s just plain delicious, and the 2021 vintage is only $25 a bottle!
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Orbis Wines Tempranillo Shiraz 2019
For something a little moodier and perfect for pairing with Autumn comfort food, the Orbis Wines Tempranillo Shiraz 2019 is perfect. It is beautifully ripe and rich with flavours of blueberry, blackberry and spice coming together in a juicy wine. I loved the spice and vanilla on the palate from the use of American Oak. It’s luscious and an absolute joy to drink.
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The Hidden Sea Shiraz
It’s no secret I’m a big fan of The Hidden Sea wines. They have a great mission to help clean up the world’s oceans, and their wine is simply delicious. It’s perfect for enjoying with friends over some takeout or a BBQ, or snuggling up on the couch to watch a movie. Their Shiraz is packed full of blackberry and plum with a hint of spice and chocolate. Silky, soft tannins make it oh so drinkable.
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Hutton Vale Farm Grenache Mataro 2017
In Autumn I love getting back into comfort cooking because it is so much fun. Slow roasts and braises are really delightful to cook, but I always want a good wine to go with them. So I can’t think of a better wine for Autumn than the Hutton Vale Farm Grenache Mataro 2017. I gave it my top splurge wine for 2021 for a reason. The Hutton Vale Farm Grenache Mataro 2017 is a seriously delicious food wine. With a fruit-driven front that balances into a smooth finish, this wine is simply delightful from start to finish.
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In summary: 5 perfect wines for Autumn
I hope this list inspires you for the rest of your Autumn drinking! Autumn is such a fun season, and perfect for sipping on some warming wines. I’d love to hear which wines you want to try the most! Let me know in the comments below.