Shiraz/Syrah

Question 1

Describe a Syrah from N. Rhone

Answer 1

Deep red colour
Dry, medium acidity, high tannin, med - full body, med to high ABV.
Primary flavours of FRESH black fruits (blackberry,black cherry) and spice ( black pepper)
Oak flavours of vanilla and coffee
Bottle-age flavours of earth, leather, meat and dried fruits.

Question 2

Describe a Shiraz from Barossa Valley

Answer 2

Deep red colour
Dry, medium acidity, high tannin, FULL body, med to high ABV.
Primary flavours of JAMMY black fruits (blackberry,black cherry) and spice ( black pepper)
Oak flavours of vanilla and coffee
Bottle-age flavours of earth, leather, meat and dried fruits.