Syrah & Shiraz Red wine
A true international varietal, Syrah is planted everywhere from Washington State to Australia / New Zealand and makes for a broad spectrum of styles and flavours. Stylistically, these can range from fresher, medium to full-bodied reds in the Rhone (from where the grape originates) to quite rich, ripe and jammy versions from Down Under, where it is commonly known as shiraz. As for aromas and flavours, cooler-climate regions tend to render violet florals, pepper, licquorice, earthy, savoury olive fruit, whereas warmer conditions push the profile further into sweeter, black cherry fruit with plum, clove, baking spice, dark chocolate and coffee. Furthermore, shiraz is a term that can be used as a stylistic reference for such riper, more opulent styles, and is therefore common in South African winemaking, for example. Syrah features prominently in France as a blending agent and is found in most appellations across Languedoc, southern Rhone and Roussillon. Appellations in the Northern Rhone such as St. Joseph, Cornas and Cote-Rotie can only be 100% syrah. Whichever, when paired with a roast leg of lamb, duck, venison or grilled steak, you just cannot beat a decent drop from this supremely delicious grape.
Our highlight today is one of the Domaine de Mourchons top reds, their new 2018 Séguret Grand Reserve, which is simply stunning. >
The ultimate 'Cape blend' of 57% syrah and 43% pinotage, matured in the finest French oak for 18 months. This big, bold >
About the producer:Michel Chapoutier's Roussillon outpost is a worthy extension to his Rhône Valley operations. The emphasis >
Lucile Avril (85%Grenache, 10% Mourvedre and 5% Syrah) has pretty black raspberry, spring flowers and toasted spice to go >
The biggest, and most structured wine in the Clayvin portfolio, the syrah requires a little time, but has enormous potential. >
Having taken over the reins at Chapoutier in 1990, Michel Chapoutier, the eighth winemaking generation of the family and >
Having taken over the reins at Chapoutier in 1990, Michel Chapoutier, the eighth winemaking generation of the family and >
"Modernist' Jean-Luc Colombo’s Cornas La Louvée, is a perfect example of how this commune has truly shaken its reputation >
"Glass-staining ruby. Musky blackberry, cherry pit and succulent flowers on the deeply perfumed nose; a suave floral quality >
The biggest, and most structured wine in the Clayvin portfolio, the syrah requires a little time, but has enormous potential. >
The latest addition to Sumaridge's enviable range is this barrel-aged syrah, bursting with ripe bramble fruit. Deep ruby >
Having taken over the reins at Chapoutier in 1990, Michel Chapoutier, the eighth winemaking generation of the family and >
Spicy sweet plum, blackberry and cassis with hints of cedar and tar. Sweet fruits, vanilla and blackberries are balance >
Now showing a little more mature syrah character, with dark, meaty, smoky notes enhancing the profound black berry fruits. >
Classic spicy, peppery Shiraz character is certainly in evidence here. Having undergone 18 months ageing in French oak barrels >
"I love the dark fruit and peppery flavours of this classic Shiraz. Aged in French oak for just long enough to add a warm >
"Nearly 100% grenache, the 2017 Collioure Chrysopée delivers aromas of grilled cherries. It's medium to full-bodied, couched >
During a prolonged period of change and instability, isn’t it nice to have a few things you know you can rely on? The quality >
"Practically 100% Syrah grown on decomposed granite, the 2017 Côtes-du-Roussillon Villages Lesquerde Rectificando Invenies >
Syrah from one of the most prestigious plots on the Belles Eaux estate. Intense black fruits and spice aromas, silky tannins And >
This shiraz, grenache, mataro and viognier blend is a tribute to Henry Evans who planted the first vineyard of seven acres >
An enduring favourite with its supple, generous nature and luscious bramble fruit. This classic southern Rhône blend of >
Largely grenache, with some mourvédre, and a little syrah. This is an fruit-forward and generous wine, with red and black >
