Australia
Despite its young history — the first vines came to the continent at the end of the 18th century — Australia counts among the world’s most important wine countries. The breakthrough for dry quality wines was shaped by Max Schubert with the legendary Penfolds “Grange”, which remains an absolute cult to this day. Alongside powerful Shiraz wines, Australian viticulture today scores points with elegant Pinot Noirs from cool regions and fresh Semillon from the Hunter Valley.
