An Australian wine has been crowned ‘best in the world’ and applauded for its ‘unique’ flavour at the annual Global Fine Wine Challenge – but it will cost you if you want to try it for yourself.

Tasmanian wine Pirie Late Disgorged Sparkling 2011 was awarded ‘Wine of the Show’ and ‘Sparkling Wine of Show’ at the world’s most exclusive wine event.

The $145 wine was awarded an impressive 97 points out of 100, with Toni Patterson MW noting: ‘Bright, fresh and zippy. Fresh lemon. Cracked wheat. Gorgeous brioche flavours. I love the length and energy of this wine.’

Ms Patterson was the first Australian woman to become a ‘Master of Wine’ – and is one of the country’s most knowledgeable scholars. 

‘It really is a great tribute to everyone involved in producing this wine; from the growers to our team in the winery, with Tasmania once again proving its quality on the world stage,’ Pirie Senior Winemaker Tom Wallace told FEMAIL. 

Tasmanian wine Pirie Late Disgorged Sparkling 2011 has been crowned ‘best in the world’ and applauded for its ‘unique’ flavour at the annual Global Fine Wine Challenge

Mr Wallace was overjoyed about the Late Disgorged Sparkling 2011 coming out on top against some of the finest wines in the world.

The wine combines aromas of fresh lemon curd and baked sourdough with a punchy palate of cool-climate acidity.

Countries can only participate in the elite competition by invitation, with current competitors in the Global Fine Wine Challenge being Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United States, and South Africa. 

The premium cool-climate Tasmanian sparkling wine spent over a decade on lees to become a rare and exquisite cuvée showcasing outstanding complexity and depth. 

‘It really is a great tribute to everyone involved in producing this wine; from the growers to our team in the winery, with Tasmania once again proving its quality on the world stage,’ Pirie Senior Winemaker Tom Wallace told FEMAIL

Five other Aussie wines were crowned winners of different categories – including top Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Collector Wines Shoreline Rosé Sangiovese ($25) took out the trophy for the Rosé class, with the other four commending Australia’s red wines.

Giant Steps Fatal Shore Pinot Noir, Syrah St Hugo Barossa Shiraz, and Domaine Naturaliste Morus Cabernet Sauvignon were crowned winners of their respective categories.

The Yalumba The Caley Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz ($380), the winner of the Red Blends class, was the most expensive Aussie wine on the list.

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