{"title":"Great Western Wines | Victoria, Australia","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the exceptional wines of \u003cstrong\u003eGreat Western\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Victoria's most historic and celebrated wine regions. Nestled in the Grampians ranges of western Victoria, Great Western has been producing world-class wines since the 1860s, establishing itself as Australia's premier cool-climate wine region with a rich heritage in sparkling wine production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe region's unique terroir, characterised by ancient volcanic soils, elevated vineyards, and a distinctive cool climate with warm summer days and crisp nights, creates ideal conditions for producing wines of remarkable elegance and complexity. Great Western is particularly renowned for its exceptional \u003cstrong\u003eShiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e, displaying peppery spice and fine tannins, elegant \u003cstrong\u003eRiesling\u003c\/strong\u003e with vibrant acidity and citrus character, and traditional method sparkling wines that rival the finest in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome to some of Australia's oldest producing vineyards and most respected family-owned wineries, including the iconic Best's Wines established in 1866, Great Western continues to honour its winemaking traditions whilst embracing modern techniques. The region's historic underground cellars, hand-carved from solid rock in the 19th century, remain in use today, providing perfect conditions for ageing premium sparkling wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Wine Sellers Direct, we're proud to offer an carefully curated selection of Great Western wines that showcase the region's distinctive character and quality. As independent Australian liquor specialists, we bring you these exceptional wines at great value prices, allowing you to experience the heritage and excellence of this remarkable Victorian wine region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're seeking a refined Riesling, a complex Shiraz, or a celebratory sparkling wine, our Great Western collection offers outstanding examples that reflect the passion and expertise of this historic winemaking region.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bests-great-western-cabernet-sauvignon-2021","title":"Best's Great Western Cabernet Sauvignon 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon from Best's has is garnet to medium red. Scented with layers of red fruit, mulberry, blackcurrant and leafy spice. Integrated supple tannins with dark cherry, cassis, confection and cinnamon spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"If this wine auditioned for a role in the film adaptation of 'Remains of the Day' it would get the part in a heartbeat. It's just so exquisitely well mannered. Ultrafine tannin, perfectly ripened fruit, the line of acidity placed just so. Even the oak wraps smokily around the herb notes, as if to ensure that they don't appear too loud. This mid-weight cabernet would make the perfect butler to the finest of meals.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e95 Points\u003c\/b\u003e - Campbell Mattinson, Halliday's Wine Companion,July 2023\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44174923858169,"sku":"9312063198022-2021","price":22.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/bests-great-western-cabernet-sauvignon-2020_c7db0bd2-4093-4703-b34e-86f9a79c27f1.jpg?v=1701143017"},{"product_id":"bests-great-western-bin-no-0-shiraz-2021","title":"Best's Great Western Bin No. 0 Shiraz 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover the perfect balance of rich primary fruits and complex spices with Best's Great Western Bin No. 0 Shiraz 2021. Savour the delicious notes of red cherry, cranberry, and blackberry, accompanied by a creamy mid-palate of clove, cinnamon, and dried herb. Chocolate tannins and medium acidity create a well-rounded and satisfying experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"This is understated and slightly surly, but its future is as bright as ever. It will need time. It tastes of black cherries, saltbush, dark earth and herbs, with a thin layer of cedarwood oak helping to tie it all together. Tannin is fine and filigreed; length is pulsing and assured. It's medium in weight, and it will become more expressive as it matures.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points\u003c\/b\u003e - Campbell Mattinson, Halliday's Wine Companion, 7th August 2024\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45612338086137,"sku":"9312063186609-2021","price":79.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/bests-great-western-bin-no.-0-shiraz-2021.jpg?v=1729487113"},{"product_id":"bests-wines-great-western-blanc-de-noir-2024","title":"Best's Wines Great Western Blanc De Noir 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 2024 vintage of Best's Wines Great Western Blanc De Noir boasts clearness with shining gold and straw hues. Scents of apricot and white nectarines are accompanied by hints of vanilla and cream. The palate is filled with delightful primary fruit flavours of apricots, sherbert, orange citrus, and peaches and cream, with a strong citrus finish of lemon pith and rind. A truly vibrant and refreshing aperitif-style wine, perfect for enjoying while young and in the warmer months. For the ideal pairing, try it with oysters, smoked salmon, or a cheese board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45619715244281,"sku":"9312063063405","price":26.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/bests-wines-great-western-blanc-de-noir-2024.jpg?v=1729729694"},{"product_id":"bests-bin-1-shiraz-2021-great-western","title":"Best's Bin 1 Shiraz 2021 (Great Western)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBest's Bin 1 Shiraz 2021 (Great Western) features a deep intensity and ruby red hue, with a bouquet of red and black fruits. The palate offers flavours of red cherries and dark plum, with a touch of cracked black pepper. This medium-bodied wine showcases primary red fruits of red plum and cherry, and a mid-palate layer of pepper spice. It finishes with fine toasty tannins and refreshing acidity for perfect balance. While this vibrant wine pairs well with food now, it will continue to soften and develop complexity over the next 5-12 years. It is an ideal accompaniment to Greek-style slow roasted lamb.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46445978910969,"sku":"9312063199210-2021","price":22.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/bests-great-western-bin-1-shiraz-2021.jpg?v=1745821923"},{"product_id":"bests-wines-great-western-sparkling-shiraz-2021","title":"Best's Wines Great Western Sparkling Shiraz 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest's Wines Great Western Sparkling Shiraz 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exceptional Australian sparkling red from Victoria's historic Great Western region, showcasing the traditional Shiraz style synonymous with the area since the early 1900s. This 750mL bottle at 14.5% ABV represents a distinguished expression of regional winemaking heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeep magenta intensity with a purple hue. A rocky mousse fills the glass then subsides to reveal a lace of fine persistent bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePronounced bouquet of primary and secondary notes. Intense plum and blue fruits, coupled with black pepper spice and aniseed. Complex secondary notes of tanned leather emerge from maturation in barrel and extended time on lees in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFresh primary fruits of black cherry and dark plum coupled with berry bramble. Secondary flavours of pepper spice, aniseed, and star anise create remarkable complexity. A creamy mousse with lingering acidity keeps this wine tasting fresh for any occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePairs With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis versatile sparkling Shiraz complements \u003cstrong\u003ebarbecued meats\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003echar-grilled lamb\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emature cheddar\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003egame dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003erich pâtés\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate desserts\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for celebrations and festive gatherings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 vintage benefited from modest crop levels, delivering concentrated fruit with regional spice and exceptional balance characteristic of Best's Great Western Vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47120123658489,"sku":"9312063063849-2021","price":31.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/bests-wines-great-western-sparkling-shiraz-2021.webp?v=1766537667"},{"product_id":"bests-riesling-2025-great-western","title":"Best's Riesling 2025 Great Western","description":"\u003cp\u003eBest's Riesling 2025 Great Western is an award-winning Australian white wine from the Grampians region. This elegant, age-worthy Riesling showcases kaffir lime, lemon, green apple, and nashi pear with beautiful line, length, and proven 20+ year cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest's Riesling 2025 Great Western displays a pale white colour with attractive hints of green, reflecting the wine's youthful freshness and vitality. The brilliant clarity speaks to the quality of fruit from vines planted in 1978 and 1998 in the cool, continental Grampians wine region, where the climate and soils suit the Riesling variety perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is aromatic and spicy, revealing intense notes of kaffir lime and lemon rind that create an inviting aromatic profile. Green apple and nashi pear add complexity, whilst white florals and blossom provide elegant lift. The wine displays an almost crystalline lemon-lime essence quality that impresses and resonates deep, showcasing the varietal intensity and fine delicacy of touch that defines Grampians Riesling at its very best. This sophisticated bouquet reflects the cool winters and strong diurnal temperature shifts during the growing season that ensure full ripeness and generous natural acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, kaffir lime, lemon rind, and green apple fill the front, with nashi pear adding textural complexity. A little apricot nectar from the residual sugar provides balance and roundness. The wine brings an airy, powdery expression that runs deep and long, with intense lemon-lime citrus, grapefruit pith, apple, and gingery spice married to pure, lively acidity. Beautiful line and length characterise the palate, with lingering flavours of wet stone and lemon sherbet. The youthful freshness is delicious now, yet this wine has proven ability to mature gracefully for 20 years or more, gathering complex toasty aromas as the years pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant Riesling pairs beautifully with fresh oysters, sashimi, Thai cuisine, Vietnamese dishes, grilled prawns, scallops, chicken salad, and Asian-inspired fare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Grampians riesling at its very best. It defines varietal intensity but so too a fine and utterly delicious delicacy of touch. Aromatic, spicy, apple and lime scented with a lemon-lime essence quality, almost crystalline, that impresses and resonates deep. The palate brings an airy, powdery expression that runs deep and long and intense in lemon-lime citrus, grapefruit pith, apple and gingery spice married to a pure and lively acidity. Runs long, stays bright and will age and keep on going.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e - Halliday, Jeni Port, December 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47180370379001,"sku":"9312063219338-2025","price":22.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/bests-reisling-2025-great-western.webp?v=1767763681"},{"product_id":"bests-foudre-ferment-riesling-2025-great-western","title":"Best's Foudre Ferment Riesling 2025 | Great Western","description":"\u003cp\u003eBest’s Foudre Ferment Riesling 2025 is white jasmine, blossom and apricot on the nose with yellow stone fruits — fresh apricot, yellow peach, yellow nectarine, lychee, passionfruit sorbet, lime zest and lemon rind on the palate with citrus pip phenolics from skin contact giving outstanding texture, richness from residual sugar balanced by fresh acidity. Pale yellow with green hues. Great Western, Victoria. 11% alc. 750ml. Cellar 10–15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Left on skins for 24 hours, pressed and racked to two large oak casks, barrel fermentation, left on lees for five months. A wine that says ‘not only is it okay to place riesling in oak, but it can open up a wonderful world of flavour and texture’. Aromatic honeysuckle florals and exotic ginger and lemongrass aromas mingle with citrus, pear and apple. Builds on the palate oh-so delicately but deeply with a warm textural mouthfeel. Oak contributes to the umami and a leesy almond mealy-ness, while the purity of riesling fruit shines brightly. A stunner from a top vintage.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points — Jeni Port, Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(Published 5 February 2026)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest’s Foudre Ferment Riesling 2025 presents a pale yellow colour with green hues of exceptional clarity and Great Western cool-climate elegance — displaying the outstanding quality characteristic of aromatic Riesling juice given extended skin contact and wild fermented in large French oak foudre, one crafted by Marc Grenier in France and the other by the Schneckenleitner family in Austria, delivering complexity without overt oak flavour of enduring Best’s Great Western distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is aromatic and immediately captivating, with white jasmine and blossom of exceptional floral purity and Great Western distinction, with apricot and yellow stone fruits of outstanding cool-climate vibrancy and genuine Best’s Foudre Ferment character. Aromatic honeysuckle florals and exotic ginger and lemongrass aromas mingle with citrus, pear and apple of rare complexity — a bouquet of outstanding aromatic richness and authentic Best’s Foudre Ferment Riesling distinction, reflecting both the complexities of barrel ferment and spontaneous fermentation without overt oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh apricot, yellow peach and yellow nectarine of exceptional cool-climate freshness and Great Western distinction fill the front palate, followed by lychee, passionfruit sorbet, lime zest and lemon rind of outstanding aromatic complexity and genuine Best’s character. Citrus pip phenolics from skin contact give the wine outstanding texture — richness from residual sugar of 4.94g\/L balanced with fresh acidity of enduring Foudre Ferment distinction. Builds on the palate oh-so delicately but deeply with a warm textural mouthfeel — oak contributing umami and a leesy almond mealiness, while the purity of Riesling fruit shines brightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional Best’s Foudre Ferment Riesling 2025 is a natural companion to classic fish and chips, yabbies in garlic butter, pan-fried halloumi with grilled nectarines, steamed mud crab or Thai green curry — where its jasmine, apricot, lychee, passionfruit sorbet and textural skin-contact phenolics deliver a Great Western Riesling experience of outstanding complexity, warmth and enduring Best’s Foudre Ferment distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48284030206201,"sku":"9312063063771-2025","price":34.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/bests-foudre-ferment-riesling-great-western-2025.webp?v=1776123244"}],"url":"https:\/\/winesellersdirect.com.au\/collections\/great-western-wine-region-victoria-australia.oembed","provider":"Wine Sellers Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}