19 Crimes The Uprising Red Wine Aged in Rum Barrels

Tasting Notes and Characteristics:

This red wine invites you with a smooth, warming feel and a balanced fruit presence that makes it a great choice for casual gatherings or a BBQ night. It runs at 14.5% ABV and is produced in Australia, using a style that ages a red blend in rum barrels to add subtle roasted, caramelized notes and richer depth.

Flavors lean toward dark fruit, vanilla, and a hint of spice from the rum-barrel aging, with a soft, plush finish. This bottle pairs nicely with BBQ ribs and aged cheddar, where the sweetness and spice in the wine complement smoky meat and sharp cheese without overpowering either.

Producer Information: Treasury Wine Estates

Treasury Wine Estates is based in Melbourne, Australia. It originated in 2011 as a spin‑off from the Foster’s Group, with a focus on unifying and elevating a diverse collection of wine brands for global distribution. Its production approach centers on high‑quality sourcing across multiple regions, a clear emphasis on premium packaging and positioning, and a standardized, quality‑driven winemaking process that supports scale while preserving regional identity.

The company’s broader portfolio centers on wine brands rather than spirits or brews, spanning a range of varietals and regional expressions. Core names include Penfolds and Wolf Blass in Australia, along with Beringer and Stags’ Leap in California, Wynns Coonawarra Estate, and Lindemans in Australia. These labels cover iconic red and white wines such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Chardonnay, and blends, with a global network that supports distribution, marketing, and sustainability initiatives across mature and emerging markets.