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Whats the difference between Syrah, Shiraz, and Petite Sirah?

April 26, 2017Petite shiraz sirah syrah

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Whats the difference between Syrah, Shiraz, and Petite Sirah?

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Shiraz and Syrah are the same grape – Shiraz is Australian for Syrah. Shiraz is usually made in a rich, fruity style with woodsy aromas, while Syrah has a smokey taste with ripe cherry and raspberry flavors. Petite Sirah, on the other hand, is a completely different varietal, a descendent of the now extinct Durif. It makes a robust, peppery wine with heavier tannins.