{"id":2251,"date":"2018-03-23T14:38:46","date_gmt":"2018-03-23T14:38:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/?p=2251"},"modified":"2023-09-23T17:32:40","modified_gmt":"2023-09-23T21:32:40","slug":"syrah-grape-characteristics-shiraz-taste","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape-varieties\/syrah-grape-characteristics-shiraz-taste\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Characteristics of the Syrah Grape?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Syrah<\/strong>&nbsp;is a&nbsp;<strong>black grape variety<\/strong>&nbsp;that most commonly makes&nbsp;medium to&nbsp;<strong>full-bodied<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong><em>dry red wine<\/em><\/strong>. In this guide, we\u2019ll discuss the food pairings and tasting notes associated with the Syrah grape variety. Plus, we\u2019ll learn how climate plays a role in what Syrah will ultimately taste like. Syrah is also known as Shiraz, among several other varietal and regional names.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IN THIS GUIDE:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"#taste\">Taste<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#pairings\">Pairings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#terroir\">Terroir<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#aging\">Aging<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#facts\">Fun Facts<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#recommendations\">Wines to Try<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>&#8230;and more<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"taste\"><\/a>What Does The Syrah Grape Taste Like?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Syrah is a big-bodied, dry red wine that tends to&nbsp;<strong>shine its brightest on the opening palate<\/strong>. Not only is Syrah flavor-packed, but it\u2019s also one of the darkest-colored inky wines you can find. Deep purple in hue with not much translucency, Syrah\u2019s violet, and velvety elegance is backed by big fruit and crunchy spice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Syrah grown in warmer climates yields a bigger-bodied wine with juicier fruit, smooth tannins, and secondary spice notes. The fruit notes tend to be plum, blackberry, black cherry, and blueberry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Syrah grown in cooler climates yields less jammy fruit, bolder spices, more earthy complexities, and stricter tannins. The fruit notes tend to be black currant, dragon fruit, and blackberry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These flavors are typically bolder on the opening palate, with a softer texture, viscosity and spice leading the way out. Note that while these are the generalities of Syrah flavor, climate plays a critical role in determining the kind of flavor experienced with Syrah wines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Earth and mineral notes for Syrah tend to include cold stone, mixed gravel, limestone, shale, forest floor, and clove, and there can be additional notes of violet, cola, barnyard, black pepper, smoke, licorice, and cacao.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"pairings\"><\/a>Syrah Food Pairings<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Syrah starts out with a bit of a punch on the opening palate. As such, we don\u2019t want to be eating food alongside Syrah that is bland in any way. The first thing that comes to mind is dry-rub brisket or well-seasoned pork, which is both juicy and savory. Syrah, especially New World bottlings, can be juicy, savory and spicy \u2014 especially when blooms of black and blue fruit punch are backed by tannin and cracked pepper spice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To tone it down a bit, try slow-roasted duck or quail. Don\u2019t be afraid to utilize the spice cabinet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other Syrah food pairings include&nbsp;any pizza with meat on it, garlic mashed potatoes, grilled meats with dry rub, grilled veggies,&nbsp;and&nbsp;venison.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Syrah is ideal for holiday dinners or special events where guests want deep flavor to match colorful conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"terroir\"><\/a>Climate and Terroir for the Syrah Grape<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Syrah is grown all over the world today, in both hot and cool climates with varying soil compositions. Some of the more well-known growing regions include <strong>France&#8217;s Rh\u00f4ne Valley, Barossa Valley in Australia, Paso Robles in California, and Washington State<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recent DNA analysis has led scientists to discover that Syrah was born out of two lesser-known grape varieties from southeastern France \u2014 <strong>Mondeuse blanche<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Dureza<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Terroir related factors play a critical role as to what a Syrah will taste like. Many vintners will place their Syrah grape vines along hillsides or at the top of slopes. This elevated positioning allows water to drain more efficiently thanks gravity and more stones in the soil. All of which limit Syrah yields and produce bolder flavored grapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking very generally, the common perception is that New World Syrah is fruiter and bigger bodied, while Old World is more complex with noticeable\u00a0earth and\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wine-resources\/tannins-in-wine-definition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">firm tannins<\/a><\/strong>. This is true for the most part, but it really comes down to climate, rather than Old or New.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>General Rules of Thumb for Climate and Syrah<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Syrah grown in warmer climates yields a bigger-bodied wine with juicier fruit, smooth&nbsp;tannins and secondary spice notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Syrah grown in cooler climates yields less jammy fruit, bolder spices, more earthy complexities and stricter tannins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"aging\"><\/a>How is Syrah Aged? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Old World Syrahs tend to age very well, especially those from the northern Rh\u00f4ne appellations of St-Joseph and Hermitage. Many southern <strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wine-region\/rhone-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\">Rh\u00f4ne regions<\/a><\/strong> have Syrah blended in with other grapes and, with the exception of Ch\u00e2teauneuf-du-Pape, those are mostly meant to be enjoyed young. Most Rh\u00f4ne producers will use oak barrels but only to smooth out the wine, not to impart a strong oak or toast note. (Syrah is so interesting, that would be a disservice!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some New World producers also produce age-worthy Syrahs, particularly around <strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/california\/santa-barbara-itinerary-wine-tasting-trip\/\" target=\"_blank\">Santa Barbara County<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong>in California and within <strong>Australia&#8217;s Barossa Valley<\/strong>. Most wines do see oak treatment and are bigger, more fruit forward than their Old World counterparts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Syrah Grape Taste Profile<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Common Flavors and Aromas<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fruit:&nbsp;<\/strong>Black&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Blue<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Warmer Climate:<\/strong>&nbsp;Plum, Blackberry, Black Cherry, Blueberry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cooler Climate:<\/strong>&nbsp;Black Currant (Cassis),&nbsp;Dragon fruit, Blackberry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Earth &amp; Mineral Notes:<\/strong>&nbsp;Cold Stone, Mixed Gravel, Limestone, Shale, Forest Clove<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Additional Complexities:<\/strong>&nbsp;Violet, Cola, Barnyard Saddle, Cracked Black Pepper, Smoke, Licorice, Cacao<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Structure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Body:<\/strong>&nbsp;Medium-Full<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sugar:&nbsp;<\/strong>Dry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tannins:&nbsp;<\/strong>Medium Plus, High<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Acid:&nbsp;<\/strong>Medium Plus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alcohol:&nbsp;<\/strong>Medium (12.0%-14.0% ABV)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finish:&nbsp;<\/strong>Medium-Long<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Terroir<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Soil:&nbsp;<\/strong>Gravel, Clay, Limestone, Shale<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Climate:&nbsp;<\/strong>Varied (Hot&nbsp;\u2013 Cool)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Regions:&nbsp;<\/strong>Barossa Valley, Australia&nbsp;| Hawk&#8217;s Bay, Australia&nbsp;| Rhone, France |&nbsp;Lodi, California |&nbsp;Washington State, USA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"facts\"><\/a>Fun Facts about Syrah<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Syrah was called Hermitage in Australia until the late 1980s \u2013 now it\u2019s called Shiraz.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Although Shiraz is also the name of an ancient Persian city, there is no conclusive connection between the grape and the city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A group of California winemakers calling themselves the Rh\u00f4ne Rangers helped popularize Syrah in the 1970s.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"recommendations\"><\/a>Try these delicious Syrah-based wines from around the world: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/ntit\" target=\"_blank\">Guigal, \u2018La Turque,\u2019 C\u00f4te R\u00f4tie, Rh\u00f4ne, France<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/5g0m\" target=\"_blank\">Alain Voge, \u2018Les Chailles,\u2019 Cornas, Rh\u00f4ne<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/od6h\" target=\"_blank\">Ch\u00e2teau Maris, \u2018Les Planels,\u2019 Minervois, Languedoc, France<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/ck7f\" target=\"_blank\">Melville, Estate, Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County, California<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/q1aj\" target=\"_blank\">Radio-Coteau, \u2018Las Colinas,\u2019 Sonoma Coast, California<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/sk2e\" target=\"_blank\">Yangarra, Estate Vineyard, \u2018Ironheart,\u2019 McLaren Vale, Australia<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/j85i\" target=\"_blank\">Penfolds, Bin 28, Australia<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Learn About These Other Wine Grape Varieties<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/chardonnay-wine-grape-characteristics\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Chardonnay<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/chenin-blanc\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Chenin Blanc<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/cabernet-sauvignon-taste-profile-food-pairing\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Cabernet Sauvignon<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/marsanne\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Marsanne<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/merlot-wine-taste-characteristics\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Merlot<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/nebbiolo-wine-grape-characteristics\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Nebbiolo<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/petit-verdot\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Petit Verdot<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/pinot-grigio-wine-grape-characteristics-profile\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Pinot Grigio<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><strong><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/pinot-meunier\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pinot Meunier<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/riesling\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Riesling<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/tannat\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Tannat<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/teroldego\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Teroldego<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"jetpack_subscription_widget\"><h2 class=\"widgettitle\">Get Articles Like These Directly in Your Inbox!<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-subscriptions__container\">\n\t\t\t<form action=\"#\" method=\"post\" accept-charset=\"utf-8\" id=\"subscribe-blog-1\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-blog=\"202258003\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_access_level=\"everybody\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"subscribe-text\"><p>Subscribe to Winetraveler and receive notifications when new articles are published. 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In this guide, we\u2019ll discuss the food pairings and tasting notes associated with the Syrah grape variety. 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