Vignerons de Caractère Syrah-Grenache Vin de Pays Portes de Méditerranée Petit Caprice 2009 | $##
Good plump dark plum and cherry fruit is laced with tobacco …
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Red Still
Primary Grape
Syrah / Shiraz
This dark-skinned red grape most likely originated in France's Rhône Valley, which is still considered its most famous home. Syrah is the sole grape in the reds of the Northern Rhône Valley, but it's also a blending partner in Southern Rhône appellations, including Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where it adds structure and body to Grenache-based wines. The grape was brought to Australia in the 19th century, and is better-known there as Shiraz, which it's also sometimes called in South Africa.
Other Grapes
Grenache
Review Appeared in This Issue
July 31, 2010
Region
France / Southern Rhône / Vin de Pays Portes de Méditerranée
Vignerons de Caractère Syrah-Grenache Vin de Pays Portes de Méditerranée Petit Caprice 2009 | $ 00
Good plump dark plum and cherry fruit is laced with tobacco …
Wine Type and Color
Red Still
To see the full review and rating become a member of WineSpectator.com
Subscribe TodayPrimary Grape
Syrah / Shiraz
This dark-skinned red grape most likely originated in France's Rhône Valley, which is still considered its most famous home. Syrah is the sole grape in the reds of the Northern Rhône Valley, but it's also a blending partner in Southern Rhône appellations, including Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where it adds structure and body to Grenache-based wines. The grape was brought to Australia in the 19th century, and is better-known there as Shiraz, which it's also sometimes called in South Africa.
Other Grapes
Grenache