Syrah/Shiraz

Syrah grapes are small with thick dark skins and are able to produce red wines capable of aging for decades. The vine is relatively productive and disease resistant; it buds late and ripens early. It has enjoyed a surge in popularity throughout southern France.

The wines are deeply coloured with medium acidity and are usually full-bodied and generally have a blackberry and dark chocolate character. Many undergo some oak treatment, which can give toast, smoke, vanilla and coconut flavours to the wine.

Northern Rhône is the classic region for Syrah, which is rarely blended here. The finest wines are made from grapes grown on the steep terraces above the Rhône. Many of these are so narrow that no machinery can be used. The best appellation is Côte-Rôtie.

Syrah is also the most planted variety in Languedoc-Roussillon and we have seen it adding structure and savour to our blends there - the wines are supple and fruity with a particularly polished mouthfeel.

Shiraz has been Australia's major black grape variety for decades. Grapes grown in hot climates in regions such as McLaren Vale have flavours that include intense blackberry and plum and notes of dark chocolate. Use of oak in these wines can be pronounced.

Syrah has also been hugely successful in Chile, with some great elegant and fruity styles accompanied by peppery spice.


Reserva Carmenere Rosé

Apaltagua
Maule Valley

Carménère 85%, Syrah/Shiraz 15%

Rose petal-coloured, clear, brilliant and clean, this Apaltagua Carmenere Rosé has perfumed aromas of tart red fruit, such as raspberry. With floral notes such as rose, as well as hints of citrus, there is a touch of light balsamic and subtle spice. In the mouth it is fresh and dry, with a medium body and a long finish.

ABV 12.5%

Coleccion Carignan

Apaltagua
Maule Valley, Chile

Carignan 85%, Syrah/Shiraz 12%, Pinot Noir 3%

A deep, intense ruby-red colour, the Apaltagua Colección Carignan has a powerful nose, with notes of wild fruits like blackberry and cherry, with floral notes reminiscent of Syrah and Pinot Noir. More subtle hints of sweetness and cedar are also present. In the mouth it is fresh, deep and potent, with an irresistible purity and an impressive persistence. Ageing potential from now until 2020.

ABV 14.0%

Reserva Syrah

Apaltagua
Maule Valley

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

The Apaltagua Reserva Syrah is ruby red in colour and possesses fresh fruit aromas. It is distinguished by notes of cherry with light touches of mint and vanilla which are contributed by the barrels. It has soft tannins with a fresh and delicate finish

ABV 13.5%

Finca Valdelroble

Callejo
Ribera del Duero, Spain

Tempranillo 60%, Merlot 30%, Syrah/Shiraz 10%

Lively, deep dense red colour with delicate aromas of wild forest flowers. Ripe tropical fruit characters. Mineral touches come through against a backdrop of spicy and smoky notes. Hints of just picked grapes on the palate along with fresh tannins. In the mouth it is full with a long lingering finish.

ABV 14.5%

Morrecio Rosso DOC

Casa di Terra
Bolgheri

Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, Syrah/Shiraz 30%, Merlot 30%

Moreccio is a modern wine that expresses all of the pleasures of the wines that come from the Tuscan coast; abundant aromas of red fruits, hints of vanilla and soft notes of spice. Smooth and silky tannins contribute well with just a touch of acidity to make what is a thoroughly rich and intense wine, pleasantly easy to drink and enjoy on its own.

ABV 14.0%

Poggio Querciolo Toscana IGT

Casa di Terra
Bolgheri

Syrah/Shiraz 85%, Cabernet Sauvignon 15%

The colour is deep ruby red with intense balsamic notes of mint and eucalyptus, very persistent, well integrated component of the fruity and floral wine with sweet tannins on the palate and well polished.

ABV 14.0%

Chateauneuf du Pape l'Enclave

Cellier des Dauphins
Rhône, France

Grenache/Garnacha 60%, Syrah/Shiraz 30%, Mourvèdre 10%

Elegant with tannins that are perfect for ageing. Young, they are fleshy, soft and generous, turning towards fruit and spice notes, particularly scrubland and evolving towards notes of leather and orchard fruits.

ABV 14.0%

Côtes du Rhône La Chapelle de Pied Vaurias

Cellier des Dauphins
Rhône, France

Grenache/Garnacha 50%, Syrah/Shiraz 40%, Cinsault 10%

A very brilliant red with violet glints. Typical regional berries on the nose with distinct aromas of blackcurrant and raspberry. A rounded, well-balanced wine with quite a long, fruity finish. Soft body without excess tannins.

ABV 13.5%

Costieres de Nimes Chateau Roustan

Chateau L'Ermitage
Rhone Valley

Syrah/Shiraz 50%, Mourvèdre 30%, Grenache/Garnacha 20%

Rich ruby red colour, aromas of blueberries, ripe cherries and warm cinnamon spices. A full tasting ‘thirst-quenching’ wine with supple tannins.

ABV 13.0%

Chateau Millegrand Cuvée Aurore

Château Millegrand
Capestang, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Syrah/Shiraz 50%, Grenache/Garnacha 40%, Carignan 5%, Mourvèdre 5%

This wine has a beautifully intense and deep red colour. At first, the nose offers small very ripe red and black fruits, followed by more complex menthol and peppery notes.

The palate is full-bodied, harmonious and fruity with fine, silky tannins.

Excellent with lamb cutlets, grilled duck breast, sirloin steak and mature cheeses.

ABV 14.0%

Château Millegrand Minervois

Château Millegrand
Capestang, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Grenache/Garnacha 50%, Carignan 30%, Syrah/Shiraz 20%

This deeply coloured barrel aged Languedoc blend is perfumed with dark cherries, black pepper and vanilla spice. Hints of wild herbs and minerals add to a rich palate of dense dark fruits and subtle oak. It is medium bodied yet well structured with a good backbone of fine tannins and restrained acidity providing an excellent, long finish.

Made from Grenache, Carignan and Syrah, this lush, oak-aged red offers intense forest fruits with notes of black pepper and spice. Serve with rare roast beef, lamb, a game casserole or duck.

ABV 13.0%

M de Minuty Rosé

Château Minuty
Côtes de Provence, France

Grenache/Garnacha 50%, Cinsault 40%, Syrah/Shiraz 10%

A magnificent wine of pleasure, the aromatic harmony of Grenache and Cinsault offers some notes of peach and candied orange. The mouth is fresh and round.

ABV 13.0%

Crozes-Hermitage Rouge

Domaine Alain Graillot
Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

Packed full of superb fruit flavours. Very dark concentrated wine, which is intensely aromatic and complex.

ABV 13.0%

Saint-Joseph

Domaine Alain Graillot
Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

ABV 13.0%

Côtes du Rhône Domaine Chantepierre

Domaine Chantepierre
Rhône, France

Grenache/Garnacha 60%, Syrah/Shiraz 20%, Carignan 10%, Mourvèdre 10%

Bright lively garnet red. Powerful aromas of spice and red fruit. Soft attack, structure and mellowed, good, long finish.

Contains: sulphites

ABV 14.0%

Lirac Domaine Chantepierre

Domaine Chantepierre
Tavel, Rhône, France

Grenache/Garnacha 50%, Syrah/Shiraz 30%, Carignan 10%, Mourvèdre 10%

Bright deep crimson shot through with mauve. Animally, ripe fruit, caramel. Soft attack, good structure, aftertaste of liquorices, notes of toast at the end.

ABV 14.5%

Crozes Hermitage 'Esquisse'

Domaine des Hauts Châssis
Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

Deep purple and violet colour with black and garnet-red reflections. Spicy on the nose and light redcurrant: black violet, black fruits, prunes and blackcurrant. Full supple and fruity mouth, supported by silky tannins.

ABV 13.0%

Crozes Hermitage 'Les Châssis'

Domaine des Hauts Châssis
Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

Crimson purple colour with mauve reflections. Elegant, crystallized and spicy on the nose: violet, mocha coffee and Havana, cocoa and nutmeg, black cherry, blackcurrant, black cherry and blackberry. Bright firm and cordial mouth, civilized by tannins made round and silky by the maturing.

ABV 13.0%

Crozes Hermitage 'Les Galets'

Domaine des Hauts Châssis
Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

Deep crimson purple and violet colour; expressive nose, spicy, fruity and crystallised. Vanilla and Havana, cocoa, black cherry, Morello cherry and blackcurrant. Full on the mouth, cordial, fruity; well-balanced with fine and tonic tannins conferring a beautiful length.

ABV 13.0%

Côte-Rôtie 'La Germine'

Domaine Duclaux
Côte-Rôtie, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 95%, Viognier 5%

Deep colored ruby ​​color. Stylish and elegant nose, black fruits, spices, smoky notes. The mouth is both full and silky. Lots of volume and long lasting in the mouth.

ABV 13.5%

Côte-Rôtie 'Maison Rouge'

Domaine Duclaux
Côte-Rôtie, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

The Côte-Rôtie is a wine that guards its secrets. Lovers of old vintages will keep them 10-15 years before they taste. However, Côte-Rôtie can be appreciated as soon as bottled, the wine will present aromas of black fruits, spices and a dense mouth characteristic of the Côte-Rôtie on their youth.

ABV 13.0%

Cornas 'Confidence'

Domaine Durand
Cornas, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

Highly concentrated nose of black fruits and spices. Very powerful and complex mouth with really tight but soft tannins. Very mineral.

ABV 13.5%

Cornas 'Empreintes'

Domaine Durand
Cornas, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

Highly concentrated nose of black fruits and spices. Very powerful mouth with really tight tannins. Very string and generous but also great delicacy. Ageing potential 10-15 years.

ABV 13.5%

Cornas 'Prémices'

Domaine Durand
Cornas, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

A deep red colour. Concentrated nose of stone fruits and spices. The mouth is full with soft but tight tannins. The wine is very generous and long-lasting with a fresh finish. Ageing potential 6-10 years from the vintage year.

ABV 13.5%

Saint-Joseph 'Les Coteaux'

Domaine Durand
Cornas, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

Deep red colour. Ripe nose of red spicy fruit. A full and fleshy mouth. Nice concentration with well-rounded tannins.

ABV 14.0%

Côte-Rôtie 'Brune et Blonde'

Domaine Etienne Guigal
Côte-Rôtie, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 96%, Viognier 4%

Dark ruby red colour. Spices, red berries and delicate oak aromas. Round soft tannins on the pallete. Aromas of rasberry, blackberry and vanilla. Overall balance between scarcely perceptible acidity and tannins which add ageing potential and softened by long ageing in oak

ABV 13.0%

Côte-Rôtie Château d'Ampuis

Domaine Etienne Guigal
Côte-Rôtie, Rhône, France

Syrah/Shiraz 93%, Viognier 7%

Deep red in colour with purple reflections. The nose is expressive and intense with aromas of black fruits, spices and oak. Concentrated and structured, the palate is powerful with flavours of plum, blackberry and vanilla.

ABV 13.5%

Côtes du Rhône

Domaine Etienne Guigal
Rhône, France

Grenache/Garnacha 52%, Syrah/Shiraz 45%, Mourvèdre 3%

Deep, dark red in colour. Fresh fruit aromas with red and black berries. The palate is full, powerful and racy with rounded and smooth tannins. A full bodied, rich and intensely aromatic wine. Full with a soft finish and plenty of elegance and finesse due to the well balanced tannins and fruit. Goes well with cold meats, meat, game bird and cheese.

ABV 14.0%

Vacqueyras 'Tradition'

Domaine Le Colombier
Vacqueyras

Grenache/Garnacha 70%, Syrah/Shiraz 20%, Mourvèdre 10%

Ruby red colour. Cherry and small red fruit appear immediately in the nose and in mouth. A very good balance between tannins, acidity and alcohol.

ABV 14.5%

Diamarine Rosé

Estandon Vignerons
Coteaux Varois en Provence

Cinsault, Grenache/Garnacha, Syrah/Shiraz

Pale pink, very expressive on the nose. Deliciously tangy on the palate with fresh fruit and citrus peel aromas leading to a very elegant finish.

ABV 13.0%

Cavalier Rosé Sec

G.F. Cavalier
Alsace, France

Cabernet Franc, Grenache/Garnacha, Syrah/Shiraz

A nice pink robe with bright glints and a thin cordon of bubbles. Warm fruity nose (red fruits: strawberry, blackcurrant) with a good vinosity. Subtle marriage of effervescence with colouring materials. Nice persistence in mouth. Harmonious sensation of sugar and acidity.

Goes well as an aperitif or with desserts.

ABV 12.0%

Bushvine Shiraz

Hoopenburg Wines
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

Gorgeous crimson colour, lightly spiced with delicate berry aromas on the nose and palate. The initial mouth feel is quite sumptuous, with this elegant Shiraz finishing long and full. Clean palate, and a fresh fruit driven nose results from a good balance in acidity and rounded tannins.

ABV 14.5%

Integer Rhone Blend

Hoopenburg Wines
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Mourvèdre 36%, Syrah/Shiraz 36%, Carignan 28%

This is a classic Rhône style blend with lots of depth on the palate with spice and black berry on the nose. Mulberries and whiffs of cinnamon, dried herbs and liquorice with very subtle spices in the background. On the palate there’s fruit at first, a structured mid-palate, with lovely elegance, finishing with silky savoury tannins. This wine has a sinewy strength to keep it in perfect shape for +5 years.

ABV 14.5%

Stonedale Shiraz

Rietvallei Wine Estate
Robertson, South Africa

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

A wine with attractive mocha and berry fruit on the nose, revealing that same berry fruit and mocha on the palate, infused with chocolate and a hint of spiciness. A smooth and well-balanced wine with soft, juicy tannins, ending with a lingering aftertaste.

ABV 13.0%

Emetior Shiraz

Shaw Family Vintners
McLaren Vale

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

This shiraz begins with smokey vanillin oak and goes through the spectrum of chocolate, coconut, violets, peppers and prune, to a full, rounded palate and finishes with elegantly balanced tannins.

ABV 15.5%

Windjammer Shiraz

Shaw Family Vintners
McLaren Vale

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

Aromas of plums on the nose, blueberries and spices are generous on the palate. It finishes with subtle pepper overtones and an impression as big as its namesake.

ABV 14.5%

Steeple Jack Shiraz

Steeple Jack
Australia

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

Deep ruby red in colour, blackberry/stewed plum fruit with hints of mocha and lifted vanillin on the nose; a full, soft fleshy palate driven by boysen berry, cassis, cinnamon spice and a touch of white pepper leading to a smooth velvety lingering finish.

ABV 14.5%

Stonemason Shiraz

Stonemason
Currency Creek, Australia

Syrah/Shiraz 100%

This Shiraz emits dark cherry, anise and cedar aromas, with a soft, full approachable palate of plum and mulberry laced with traces of vanilla and white pepper complexity.

ABV 14.0%


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