Shiraz / Syrah

Syrah is grown originally in the Rhône Valley, France (Hermitage) and many New World countries have adopted this grape e.g. Australia, South Africa etc; naming the grape Shiraz, as the name was originally derived from.

Flavours of raspberry, plums and aromas of pepper, spice, chocolate and forest floor earth! Bitter tannins dominate but balance with the heavy weight of the wine, producing a powerful, intense and very drinkable wine. These subtle flavours vary enormously depending on the region and the country, as well as the age of the wine.

Rich and dark purple in colour.

Very well priced grape variety for the standard of wines produced. New World Shiraz wines tend to be fruitier and higher in tannins; these range from £5 upwards. The most expensive are Hermitage, Côte Rôtie (France) and also there are some award winning, very expensive Australian examples.

Super with big flavoured foods which match this intense wine. BBQs, spicy foods, and any red meats match very well indeed.