GRAPE COMPARISON
Syrah is fuller-bodied and more tannic, while Grenache is the softer, more easy-going of the two. Syrah has more structure to age, while Grenache is the more approachable young.
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Typical profiles — individual bottles vary by producer, region and vintage.
| Attribute | Syrah | Grenache |
|---|---|---|
| Body | Full | Medium |
| Tannin | Medium–high | Low–medium |
| Acidity | Medium | Medium |
| Sweetness | Dry | Dry |
| Typical ABV | 13.5–15% | 14.5–15.5% |
| Signature flavours | blackberry, black pepper, smoked meat, blueberry, licorice | strawberry, raspberry, white pepper, dried herbs |
| Classic regions | Northern Rhône (Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie), Barossa Valley, Washington State | Southern Rhône (Châteauneuf-du-Pape), Priorat, Barossa Valley |
| Great with | grilled meats, peppered steak, braised short ribs | roast pork, grilled sausages, hearty stews |
Syrah
Bold and peppery — brooding in the Rhône, ripe and jammy as Aussie Shiraz.
Grenache
Juicy red-berry fruit and warming alcohol — the backbone of GSM blends.
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Syrah is fuller-bodied and more tannic, while Grenache is the softer, more easy-going of the two. Syrah has more structure to age, while Grenache is the more approachable young. Both are typically dry red wines.
Syrah is the fuller-bodied of the two (full vs medium).
Syrah has firmer tannins (medium–high), while Grenache is softer (low–medium) and easier to drink young.
Syrah suits grilled meats, peppered steak and braised short ribs; Grenache suits roast pork, grilled sausages and hearty stews.
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