Syrah/Shiraz Flashcards
1
Q
Syrah/Shiraz acidity and tannin level
A
Medium to high acidity
Medium to high tannins
2
Q
Syrah/Shiraz body
A
Medium to full body
3
Q
Syrah/Shiraz primary aromas/flavors
A
Ripeness range of black pepper, blackberry, black cherry, licorice
4
Q
Syrah/Shiraz: single variety or blend
A
Both
5
Q
Syrah/Shiraz tertiary aromas/flavors
A
Dried fruit, leather, meat, earth
6
Q
Syrah/Shiraz skin type
A
Thick
7
Q
Syrah production areas in France
A
South of France (PGI)
France (PDOs): Northern Rhône (Crozes-Hermitage, Hermitage, Côte Rôtie)
8
Q
Shiraz production area in Australia
A
South Eastern Australia Barossa Valley (old vines/low yields) Hunter Valley (slow ripening from clouds/sea breezes)
9
Q
Syrah/Shiraz: oaked or unoaked
A
Typically oaked
10
Q
Syrah/Shiraz climate
A
Moderate
Warm
11
Q
Syrah/Shiraz: single varietal or blended
A
Both
12
Q
Syrah/Shiraz-producing countries
A
France
Australia
