Shiraz
Shiraz, as it's known in the new world or Syrah in the old world, currently contests, by increasingly strong demand, Cabernet Sauvignon's claim to fame as the greatest red grape varietal. Everyone loves Shiraz. It combines the sexiness of Pinot Noir with the depth of flavour and structure of Cabernet Sauvignon. It is now rightly recognized as one of the world's best red grapes, and is currently the red grape everyone wants to plant. In Australia, Shiraz is the premier red variety, making dense, full-on reds that retain their regional character. It originates from the northern Rhône region of France, where it makes the celebrated wines of Hermitage, Côte Rôtie and Cornas. Shiraz does well in warm climates, and is now being planted throughout the wine world. Shiraz tends to make rich, dark wines with spicy, earthy flavours and aromas of violets and bacon fat.
Our Shiraz Wines
Songlines McLaren Vale ShirazBylines McLaren Vale Shiraz
Leylines McLaren Vale Shiraz
Our Other Grapes
Cabernet SauvignonChardonnay