Barossa

Old-vine shiraz, golden grass.

Terracotta, sun, long shadows.

The Field Guide

The Region: Ancient vines, eucalyptus shade, and shiraz that wears its confidence lightly. Barossa is the generous friend of wine regions.
The Wines: Some of the oldest shiraz vines on Earth live here — think plum, spice, and a soft, warm finish.
What to Eat: Wood-fired flatbreads, roast lamb, dark chocolate.
The Playlist: Sunset playlists, long-table laughter.
The Bottles: Three bottles from Barossa ship inside the Monthly Escape box when this region pours.

From the concierge

Worth the Flight

Some of these vines predate the country's wine industry. Go stand near one.

PA Favorite

German-Australian pastry heritage. Deeply underrated.

Order Another

Fifteen minutes in the fridge on a hot day. Trust the process.

BSS

The Postcard

Vines older than the town, and a shiraz with excellent manners.

— Pour Abroad

Italy

Sun-warmed sangiovese and long lunches.

France

Pale rosé and lavender-dusted afternoons.

Spain

Tempranillo with red-earth soul.