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South Australia is renowned for its wine production, boasting some of the most celebrated wineries in Australia and the world. Among them, SA proudly showcases some of the countries’ most expensive and premium wines, many of which command incredibly high prices due to their quality and reputation. If you’ve got a bit of cash to splash, or just want to indulge, here are eight of South Australia’s most lavish bottles priced above $800.
Seppeltsfield Para Vintage Tawny
The Seppeltsfield Para Vintage Tawny is a highly esteemed wine from the Barossa Valley, holding a distinguished reputation as one of the world’s finest fortified wines. It is renowned for its exceptional quality and unique aging process. Depending on the vintage, a bottle is typically priced above $1000, you can grab a bottle of 1923 for $1800.
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Penfolds Grange
Often referred to as the ‘Great Australian Red’, Penfolds Grange is an iconic red wine from the Barossa Valley, celebrated for its exceptional quality, ageing potential, and consistency. Indulging in a glass of Penfolds Grange certainly doesn’t come cheap, with prices spanning from $1000 to upwards of $5000, depending upon the vintage and bottle size.
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Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz
Henschke’s Hill of Grace from the Eden Valley is another one of the most iconic and sought-after wines. Crafted from old-vine Shiraz grown in the Hill of Grace vineyard, this wine is renowned for its complexity, elegance, and ability to age gracefully. It’s a prized gem eagerly sought after by collectors and wine aficionados alike, a bottle of the 2021 vintage is $1000.
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Penfolds Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon
Penfolds Bin 707 is often considered a benchmark for Australian Cabernet Sauvignon, renowned for its ability to mature gracefully over many years. With its outstanding quality and restricted availability, this wine commands a premium price, typically starting at $800 per bottle, and going up depending on the vintage, condition, and market demand.
Find the Penfolds Bin 707 here.
Chris Ringland Dry Grown Shiraz
The Chris Ringland Dry Grown Shiraz from the Barossa Valley is made from dry-grown vineyards, where vines rely solely on natural rainfall rather than irrigation. Due to its exceptional quality and limited production, the Chris Ringland Dry Grown Shiraz starts at $899 a pop, with prices reaching over $1200 depending on the vintage.
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Taylors Wines ‘The Legacy’ Cabernet Sauvignon
Taylors ‘The Legacy’ Cabernet Sauvignon from Clare Valley is a flagship wine produced by Taylors Wines, a prominent Australian winery known for its dedication to quality and innovation. ‘The Legacy’ is generally priced at a higher tier compared to Taylors’ other wines due to its limited availability and exceptional quality, commanding a premium price point of $1000 per bottle.
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Torbreck Vintners ‘The Laird’ Shiraz
Produced by Torbreck Vintners in the Barossa Valley, ‘The Laird’ is a premium Shiraz, widely regarded as one of Australia’s most prestigious wines. ‘The Laird’ is characterised by its richness, intensity, and concentration. With its exceptional quality and limited availability, this vintage fetches premium prices, beginning at $850 per bottle.
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Torbreck Vintners ‘The Forebear’ Shiraz
Torbreck Vintners’ ‘The Forebear’ is the result of over a decade of meticulous craftsmanship and dedication. ‘The Forebear’ is available in limited quantities, with each bottle be priced at $850, reflecting the exceptional quality and exclusivity of this exceptional wine.
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