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Shiraz/Syrah

Shiraz (Syrah) Wines

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Syrah is the principal grape of the northern Rhône, found in the sturdy wines of Cornas, Côte-Rôtie, Crozes-Hermitage, Hermitage and Saint-Joseph. The discovery of Greek amphorae excavated in the village of Tain, in the center of the vineyards of Hermitage, led to speculation that the vine may have been brought north to France from the city of Shiraz in the southeast of present day Iran. Whatever its origins, it is clear that this grape was already established in the Rhône valley by Roman times.

Like Cabernet, Syrah produces a tannic, deeply colored wine with robust flavors of black berry, smoke, pepper and tar. At one time, the wines of Hermitage were so cherished for their plump character that they were blended into the lean claret wines of Bordeaux, in a process the English called “to hermitagé.”

Today, Australia has taken over as the most visible producer of this grape, which they call Shiraz. Having made its way there in the 1830s, Shiraz is now the country’s most widely planted red grape. With a warmer climate and penchant for technology, the Aussies have produced a style that is almost the complete opposite of the Rhône wines. Fruit characteristics are foremost, emphasizing the bold, ripe blackberry flavors, chocolate and tar. Australian Shiraz provides one of the weightiest mouthfuls of any red wine! The most acclaimed Australian wine region, Barossa Valley, is the birthplace of the legendary Penfolds Grange. Rich and extraordinary, this is the most collectible Australian wine and one of the most famous wines anywhere made from Syrah.

Outside of France and Australia, California and Washington have made headway producing worthy Syrah in the upper price categories, but their limited popularity has slowed any growth spurts. Chile has been turning heads as some of its top producers have released single varietal Syrah wines. South Africa, too, shows promise with its enthusiastic forays into the promotion of this ancient, noble grape.

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  1. Chateau Cazal Viel Cuvee des Fees 2007 / 750 ml.

    Château Cazal Viel Cuvée des Fées

    2007 / 750 ml.

    France | Languedoc-Roussillon | Saint Chinian
    OT88
    Item #27703
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    $12.99
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  2. Elderton Shiraz 2003 / 750 ml.

    Elderton Shiraz

    2003 / 750 ml.

    Australia | Barossa | Barossa Valley
    SP87OT90ST88+WE87
    Item #21506
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    $24.99
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  3. First Class Shiraz 2007 / 750 ml.

    First Class Shiraz

    2007 / 750 ml.

    Australia | South Australia
    RP90SP88WE90OT88
    Item #32015
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    $19.99
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  4. Lagier Meredith Syrah 2005 / 750 ml.

    Lagier Meredith Syrah

    2005 / 750 ml.

    United States | Napa Valley | Mount Veeder
    RP95SP92OT92
    Item #25993
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    Limited inventory.
    7 bottles or less in stock; we will confirm your order by email.

    $59.99
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  5. Mas des Bressades Cuvee Tradition Rouge 2008 / 750 ml.

    Mas des Bressades Cuvée Tradition Rouge

    2008 / 750 ml.

    France | Southern Rhône | Costières de Nimes
    RP87OT87
    Item #29057
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    $9.99
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  6. Paul Jaboulet Aine Hermitage La Chapelle 1999 / 750 ml.

    Paul Jaboulet Aîné Hermitage La Chapelle

    1999 / 750 ml.

    France | Northern Rhône | Hermitage
    SP91RP89+OT95
    Item #15839
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    $119.00
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  7. Penfolds Grange 2004 / 750 ml.

    Penfolds Grange

    2004 / 750 ml.

    Australia | South Australia
    RP99ST96SP98OT93
    Item #31645
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    $399.00
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  8. Penfolds RWT Shiraz 2001 / 750 ml.

    Penfolds RWT Shiraz

    2001 / 750 ml.

    Australia | Barossa | Barossa Valley
    OT95SP94WE91RP87
    Item #20352
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    $89.99
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  9. Possums Vineyard Shiraz 2003 / 750 ml.

    Possums Vineyard Shiraz

    2003 / 750 ml.

    Australia | Fleurieu | McLaren Vale
    SP89ST89OT87
    Item #21765
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  10. Twelve Staves Shiraz 2001 / 750 ml.

    Twelve Staves Shiraz

    2001 / 750 ml.

    Australia | Fleurieu | McLaren Vale
    Platinum
    RP89OT90
    Item #17045
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    $14.99
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