There is a lot of speculation about how Syrah (and Shiraz) received its name. It was mistakenly believed to have descended from a grape that originated in the city of Shiraz in Persia, while other ...

The Syrah grape produces some of the world’s most beautiful, satisfying wines. The fruit is dark and flavorful, and, when well-made, the wines are layered with earthy, meaty, and spicy complexity.

If Cabernet Sauvignon is the movie star and Pinot Noir the indie fave, then a Rhone-based wine, especially from Napa or Sonoma, where Cab and Pinot are most celebrated, is the character actor that ...