Syrah

Origin:   Northern Rhone Valley (France)

Where it’s found:   France (68,391ha/169,000ac), Australia (42,491ha/105,000ac), Spain (19,829ha/49,000ac), Argentina (12,949ha/32,000ac), California (7,471ha/18,463ac), Washington (1,847ha/4,565ac) South Africa, Italy (Tuscany), Chile

Also known as:   Hermitage, Shiraz (Australia), Serine

Most well-known from:   Rhone, Languedoc (France), Barossa, McLaren Vale, Limestone Coast (Australia)

Typical flavors:   Blackberry/Blueberry fruit, Black Pepper, Chocolate, Iron, Blood, Leather, Tar, med-high tannins/acid