Your thoughts on the Best Australian Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz under $30? ( For a AUS vs France Face Off)?

Question

I'm having "drink off" Between Australian Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz Vs a mates French Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. These drinks will be happening around december, so it gives me time to try out suggestions!

And i need to put in a good showing for what australia can provide...

There's no limit to region or age...

But i must be UNDER $30...

So far i have a 1998 Tyrrells Future Selections Shiraz (Hunter Vallely) that is great... and was leaning towards a Berrys Bridge 2001 Cab Sav ( Pyrenees )... But i'm willing to try peoples suggestions.

Only thing that matters is that australias wines come out on top!

Thanks for you help!

Answer 1

Australia has some fine shiraz by Black Swan.  It is well under $30

Answer 2

Black Opal Cab/Shiraz - I especially like the 2002.

It's about $12 per bottle...

Answer 3

Gotta be under $30...OK here goes my picks:

Shiraz..Penfolds Shiraz South Australlia Bin 28 Kalimna 2000..$25

           Oliver Hill Shiraz McLaren Vale Jimmy Section 2002..$30.--

           (try to find on sale..this one is a winner)

Cab Sav..Olivia Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra 2000..$28

               Mitchell Cabernet Sauvignon Clare Valley Sevenhill

               Vineyard 2000..$25

                My personal choice would be the Mitchell