Across the country, Americans are celebrating summer and the coming cool fall weather with outdoor activities, like picnicking in the park and spending time at the beach. Though these are perfect occasions for enjoying a glass of wine, sometimes it is just not practical to bring a bottle along. But Australia's Black Swan Vineyards has the solution. This month, the wine company launched convenient bottles of its signature Australian Shiraz and Chardonnay. The easy-to-carry, portable bottles hold approximately a glass and a half of wine and are sold in a handy pack of four. Available at wine retailers throughout the U.S., the new Black Swan mini wine bottles are ready for any adventure.

"With summer in full swing and the beautiful fall weather right around the corner, it's picnic and barbeque season. And as food and wine are the two most essential items at these occasions, we've made packing a picnic basket a little easier with the introduction of our new Black Swan Shiraz and Chardonnay 187 mL bottles," says David Bowman, marketing manager for Black Swan Wines. "Whether grilling at home with friends, tailgating at a local sporting event or dining by a campfire, Black Swan Wines' new mini bottles of our popular Shiraz and Chardonnay provide the perfect complement to any gathering."

Landing in the U.S. only a year and a half ago, Black Swan Wines are already the third top-selling Australian wine in the nation. Black Swan Vineyards are named for Australia's black swan, a captivating creature that symbolizes the unique beauty of Australia and the bold elegance of the wines.

Black Swan 2003 Shiraz offers rich black cherry flavors, complimented by subtle hints of peppery spice. Crafted from premium grapes from the Sunraysia region of South Eastern Australia, Black Swan Shiraz pairs best with grilled steaks, lamb and rich, flavorful pastas.

Awarded Best in Show and Best Chardonnay in its class at the 23rd Annual Australian Inland Wine Competition, Black Swan 2003 Chardonnay is praised for its refreshingly crisp flavors of melon, pineapple, and tropical fruit. From the Riverland district of South Eastern Australia, the Chardonnay is balanced with soft toasted oak notes, providing the wine with greater complexity. Try pairing Black Swan Chardonnay with a simple yet elegant recipe of lemon-peppered grilled vegetables and chicken, which can be served on a sandwich, tossed with pasta, or mixed with a fresh salad.

Black Swan Wines are available across the United States in the new four-pack.