Australian wine exports have slacked off by 100 million liters this year. American consumption of their wines was down 25%. That’s pretty wild. I have to apologize to winemakers from Down Under. Before my Francophelia kicked in, most of my red consumption was in the form of Australian magnums. The Aussies make very drinkable wines at affordable prices, especially Shiraz and Merlot. They are a great choice for parties and anytime large quantities will be consumed. I’ve always held a certain fondness for Australia, so I plan on doing my share. We cannot forsake the country that contributed Beds are Burning to the world.

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