shiraz

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The red is made from syrah grapes, or shiraz as they are called in Australia, while the white is a blend of marsanne and viognier varieties.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2025

I wouldn't even trust my nose to tell the difference between a cabernet and shiraz, let alone a Campylobacter and Salmonella.

From Salon • Aug. 22, 2023

He said it was disappointing because he had invested heavily to plant shiraz vines in the last five years to meet the demands of the Chinese market.

From New York Times • Mar. 16, 2023

So Quantum, aged in all new, mostly American oak barrels, is 87 percent Napa cabernet from Oakville and Diamond Mountain District, plus 13 percent South Australian shiraz.

From Washington Post • Mar. 26, 2021

Winemakers who rely on the fog can adapt by changing their varietals, replacing pinot noir and cabernet with grapes such as tempranillo or shiraz.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 24, 2020