Cranswick Estate Shiraz 750 ML

Shiraz is the name given to the dark-skinned Syrah grape when grown in Australia and selected pockets of the New World. Though genetically identical, the stylistic differences between Shiraz and Syrah are pronounced enough to consider them distinct varieties. Shiraz is so important to Australian viticulture that it is the most planted grape variety in the majority of Australian vineyards and is virtually synonymous with wine regions such as the Barossa Valley.

The term Shiraz has its roots in the New World, and the prevailing style of Shiraz winemaking reflects this heritage. Bright fruit flavors are characteristic of modern Shiraz wines – most frequently blueberries, blackcurrants, and black cherries. Secondary notes of chocolate lend themselves well to the full-bodied texture of these wines, often accented by pepper and spicy inflections.