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Is it Syrah or Shiraz?

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It is actually both. Some countries and some winemakers call it and spell it Shiraz, wjile others call it and spell it Syrah. Both are acceptable.

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What is the difference between syrah and shiraz?
There is no difference with exception of location. Syrah grapes are is typically grown in France, while Shiraz is found in Australia. In California, it is called Syrah.
Is Syrah and Shiraz wine from the same grape?
Yes! Australians refer to Syrah as Shiraz.
Is petite syrah and syrah same varietal?
No!
Where is shiraz?
Shiraz is a city in southwest Iran.
Do you chill Shiraz?
the short asnwer is, NO. The long answer is: There are really few black or white rules to wine drinking. It is not as complicated as it once was. while the full flavor of Shiraz is best (just an...