Syrah / Shiraz

Question 1

What is the tannin of Syrah / Shiraz?

Answer 1

Medium to High Tannin

Question 2

What is the flavour profile of Syrah / Shiraz grown in a moderate climate?

Answer 2

Black fruits - Black Cherry, Blackberry

Spice - Pepper

Question 3

What is the flavour profile of Syrah / Shiraz grown in a warm climate?

Answer 3

Dried Fruit
Spice - Liquorice
Oak - Cedar, Vanilla
Earthy
Meaty, Leathery

Question 4

What is the flavour profile of Syrah / Shiraz grown in a cool climate?

Answer 4

There are none, trick question.

Question 5

Name the countries and regions where Syrah / Shiraz is grown and the characteristics of that region’s wine?

Answer 5

North Rhone - Peppery, Liquorice
New World - Black Fruits; Black Cherry, Blackberry South Australia - Barossa Valley (fruity)
Australia New South Wales - Hunter Valley (savoury)

Question 6

What is the acidity of Syrah / Shiraz?

Answer 6

Medium to High Acidity

Question 7

What is the body of Syrah / Shiraz?

Answer 7

Medium to Full-bodied

Question 8

What are the key characteristics of Syrah / Shiraz?

Answer 8

Black fruits, Spice