Syrah & Shiraz

So good they named it twice! Syrah and Shiraz are the same grape, but their names signal different traditions and styles. In its homeland of France and across Europe, California, and much of the Old World, it’s called Syrah. In Australia and other New World regions, the bold and fruit-driven expression is known as Shiraz.

Australian Shiraz is celebrated for its full-bodied richness, often bursting with ripe fruit, chocolate, and spice. The warm climate lends it an almost velvety sweetness, while French Syrah from the Rhône is famously peppery, structured, and deeply savoury. At the top end you’ll find legendary bottles from Côte Rôtie and Hermitage, but Syrah also shines in southern French blends with Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Cinsault, offering incredible value. Whether you call it Syrah or Shiraz, expect flavours of blackberry, fig, and prune with that signature black pepper finish that makes this grape unforgettable.