SYRAH - WINE IN 10

In this episode, I will tell you everything you need to know about the beautiful beast of grapevines: Syrah! Syrah or Shiraz is a widely planted but often misunderstood grape variety. The wines can age for decades and can produce amazing quality, but it is also used in many basic wines. Syrah is the world’s sixth most planted grape variety of any color but it does not have the same reputation as Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir.
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[@antoniogomarizpenalver666]

In Spain Syrah is mostly used for blending as far as I know. There are a couple of wines in the 10€-20€ range that I like quite a lot: Valtosca (DO Jumilla, from Bodegas Casa Castillo) and Zahirs (DO Campo de Borja, from Bodegas Borsao).

[@leahsdreams]

Oh wow, I learned so much! Very new to wine, and Syrah/Shiraz as my starting point. Very fortunate to have plentiful wineries down here in South-East Australia to explore. :)

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thank you. Yes, there are few parts in the world as blessed with great Shirazes as SE Australia!

[@januszstopa3383]

Keep on spreading the knowledge of wine as you have been doing so far. Keep my fingers crossed for you! Thank you.

[@douglasnunez3520]

Thank you for your videos, you really make it easy to understand the wine world. My favorite Sirah is a Shiraz, Penfolds, Kalimna, south Australia, love the peppery finish.

[@MargaritaMartini0105]

Great video , very informative and nicely described ! Happy to find you ! Keep up the good work 🥂

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks a lot!

[@erick7862]

I really enjoy your content, thanks! I’m based in South Africa, and love learning about wines - quite familiar with our wines now

[@Natashaz48]

Wow. This explains why I hardly ever taste the oak in Syrah. I believe that many Syrahs which I have tasted have been picked too late due to its' ability to withstand later picking. It really is about tasting as many wines as possible to train your palate.

[@truscottlee5554]

Love this one - thought you might have mentioned Grange as the standout version of Shiraz coming out of Australia as the most refined version .... (a little out of my price range) ... Would be fun to see you compare a 15 year old Grange, 15 year old French Syrah, and a 15 year old GSM to hear you talk through the similarities and differences. Cheers

[@Alexander_Tronstad]

Hot tip: Check out their St. Henri. It's also high quality, but they use much less oak (much bigger barrels), and it is like a fifth of the price.

[@alwaysright3718]

Grange blows away any old world wine...

[@jcbd9415]

ive had grange and cheval blanc 2010, this is incorrect. both were excellent but the cheval blanc definitely takes a slight edge. more finesse@@alwaysright3718

[@DMJKraft]

Dear Herr Konstantin Baum. My favourite Syrah is M. Chapoutier Ermitage l'Ermite. I watch your videos every day over lunch; I am studying at the WSET on their course towards professional proficiency. Thank you very much for your insights and information. This, like the others, is an excellent educational video. Dave Kraft from London, UK.

[@bluejesper]

Konstantine. Brilliantly informative and delivered by a very cool guy. Thank you, and keep up your amazing videos and you’ll have lots of followers to join you. 🍷

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Much appreciated!

[@gilejoksimovic3168]

I have to admit that the fact about oak flavor surprised me a bit because according to my experience in Australian Shiraz oak is very easy to smell and often is the predominant aroma. Great video!

[@jaydenlawry2016]

I love that you shouted out Aussie sparkling Shiraz! It’s a horrible but equally fun cuvée, i implore anyone who has yet to try it to give it a go

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Yes, it was quite surprising

[@tonyturner4602]

The Seppelts Show Reserve is top of the class, very long living and elegant… Sparkling Shiraz and Asian roast duck is a delight

[@thomaspatterson8476]

I actually have to admit the most recent one I had was the pepperJack sparkling red. I personally enjoyed it. It was easy drinking. But I do understand why it’s not overly popular

[@h10horseinfo]

Try the Mick Miller sparkling shiraz....excellent!

[@donkgated8074]

Hahaha I tasted recently in Hunter Valley and fully agree - sparkling shiraz is horrible AND fun! Not a good pairing with really good steak, that's for sure.

[@MichaelLee-pq2qw]

My favorite Syrah is from Arnot Roberts. I remember the last drop running down the bottle to stain the flower on the label. A real beautiful wine to me. Reminds me of northern Rhône in style. Love your channel. Keep up the great work.

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks for your feedback! Arnot Roberts is a great producer. Very lively and fresh wines.

[@markshipley6681]

Love the level of depth you're gving to all these breakdowns! Keep it up as I feel you're one of the better channels out there for getting expansive wine content in a digestible form. Also tell us more about that Radio Coteau you poured! That winery is awesome.

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks Mark. The wine was a Radio Coteau Syrah Las Colinas. A beautiful wine that smells of olives, cherries and spice. Stay tuned - next time I will taste one of the best Syrahs in the world and spread the word - the more viewers, the merrier...

[@andrewwebsterep]

I am loving your channel - great work. In Canada, we get access to a lot of Chilean wine, and I’ve had excellent Syrah produced there. A visit to Casablanca Valley a few years ago also boosted my respect for cooler weather Syrah, as they do it very well.

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thank you very much Andrew!

[@luciocroce]

I love Hermitage Shirah of Jaboulet or the Cote-Rotie's of Rostaing In Australia the Shiraz of Penfolds are realy not bad but also in Tuskany (in the area of Cortona) they make some beautyful wines

[@alistaircorbishley5881]

I love Syrah / Shiraz, it is probably my favourite grape. For every day drinking, you can't beat Tim Adams Clare Valley Shiraz. For something a bit more special (which I can still just about afford occasionally), I turn to Penfolds St Henri. My dream Shiraz would be either Grange or Hill of Grace and my Syrah would be L Chave Hermitage.

[@Dr.JohnLenihan]

The best wine I have ever tasted was a Charles Smith Royal City Syrah out of Washington State. Now I purchase futures of that wine every year! Great video. Thanks.

[@ryanjohnston1478]

My favourite Syrah, or Shiraz as we call it in Australia, is the Petaluma Shiraz from the Adelaide Hills in South Australia. Great video.

[@Tenorsaurus]

So good to learn about Syrah Shiraz, I'm in Australia and very very familiar with this wine. St.Henri is my favourite aswell. I'd love to see a video of you tasting the top Shiraz from Penfolds (G3, Grange, RWT, St.Henri)

[@Fillitwithbreeemium]

Syrah is my favorite. The best Syrah that I’ve had so far is the Maison Bleue Voyager Syrah from Walla Walla Washington. I’ve never had anything like it and the hint of blueberry sends it over the top.

[@olfactoryodyssey5359]

Hi Konstantin just came across your informative channel. Thank you very much for switching to English. Subscribed!

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks!

[@MDL-lw9my]

Love the Syrahs from Cornas. Also love Alban Syrahs from California. Cheers 🥂

[@alexcan669]

I love Syrah is one of my favorite grape varieties

[@zAlwaysTilted]

I’m so glad I found your channel! Please continue videos in English. Keep up the great work and enjoy the wine!

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thank you! I will keep the videos coming so stay tuned!

[@ongcheonghock]

Had a most wonderful Old World Syrah vs New World Shiraz in the year 2000. The New World flight was Grange 1981, 1982 and Hill of Grace 1976. The Old World flight was La Landonne 1982, Chave 1978 and La Chapelle 1978. Universally, we all liked the Old World style more but each wine was awesome!! Surprisingly, the !976 Hill of Grace was still fiercely tannic!

[@hugo3913]

Hi From South Africa love the videos Konstantin ! My favorite Syrah is : Buzzard Kloof Syrah from Rustenberg.

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thank you Hugo!

[@andrewgould3243]

Bravo! Thank you!

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks!

[@bryanhauschild4376]

I’ve only have had one from Sonoma CA, and loved it

[@arsavarese85]

J.Lohr makes a very good Syrah for the price. Great video. I learned a lot

[@pala7233]

Great video on a great grape varietal! Interesting to hear how you pronounce the y of Syrah most of the times, I guess it has to do with the german pronunciation, because everywhere else I have heard it pronounced "ee", like in see. My favorite is from the Northern Rhone, La-la-la and La Chapelle. Great memories of late 70s-early 80s vintages, which I could afford at that time, but I have not tasted the more recent vintages because I cannot afford them! I remember buying La Mouline and La Landonne at 160/180 french francs in the mid 80s! Even the "basic" Guigal Brune et Blonde 1979 was amazing! I have tasted more recent vintages of it, but they were not that amazing :(

[@romancewriter]

I love petite Syrah

[@PaloG]

KOSTANTIN!! Spain has one of the best Syrah I've tried. "Taberner", specially vintage 2015, from Sierra de Cadiz. Yes, it's from Andalusia. Also in Sierra de Ronda (Málaga) they make great syrah coupages. It's like spanish Amarone.

[@adamradford2285]

Very informative thank you

[@lorenzmuller3542]

I love high end Australian Shiraz or cuvee wines! My kind of place to look for the perfect match.

[@MarkusGildemeister]

Hi, great Video. One of the best Syrah /Shiraz you can buy for an affordable price are Ben Glaetzers Amon Ra and Dan Standish - The Standish both from Australia. For sure not really fair to compare with Syrah from France, but as I wrote for the Price a TOP Purchase

[@matteomelfa]

Amazing as usual.... Hermitage Chave 1996 opened last week, it was very nice. But I need to drink more of this grape variety and develop my palate a bit further to judge properly. Thanks for the class!

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Sounds great! You should check out my video on the 1996 Chapoutier Hermitage: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXWUfK2Pa9CCnZI

[@matteomelfa]

Konstantin Baum - Master of Wine I’ll do it right now!

[@nemanjadj1493]

Very good video! My favourite Shiraz is Woodcutter’s Shiraz (Torbreck), full bodied but with silky, rich taste, with elegant traces of wood combined with black fruit aromas. Also, Stifler's Mom Shiraz from my homeland is very good too. You shoud make some review about Serbian wines, I think you'll be astonished with the quality of Serbian wines.

[@steakaddict5150]

I am from Australia, home of the big Shiraz wines! Hard question but my most memorable wine was a 98 Runrig (bit of viognier thrown in). Astralis is also an awesome drop I like it better than grange

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

The Runrig is a great wine!

[@gabi7583]

I have been trying to like Sirah,I have to admit I am not not naturally fond of it.I am having a Cornas tonight by Delas.Thank you for the video!!!

[@hungryformusik]

My favorite Shiraz are the wines from Penfolds. I also liked John Duval's 'Entity'.

[@nicomeier8098]

A great Crozes-Hermitage to accompany a Lamb roast - a feast! A great Shiraz to enjoy as a meal on itself. Or moderately with matching food. Unfortunately good Australian Shiraz wines have become quite pricey - I remember when they first came to Europe there were examples of very good quality and yet quite affordable. Fortunately you can still find really good Syrah wines in the Minervois (Languedoc-Rousillon) that are not that expensive.

[@gscottfuller]

One of my go to affordable syrahs is Guigal Cotes du Rhone. Available everywhere and very consistent quality.

[@staromer5507]

Thank you

[@Detvanliga]

Thanks! Please do a Pinot Grigio! :) .

[@rob11marmion]

I am liking Shirazes from the Great Southern in Western Australia. Howard Park Scotsdale Shiraz (Mt Barker) and Amelia Park Frankland River Shiraz are the two I can't split.

[@rudidelport8324]

Keep up the great work. Finally a high quality wine channel that is fun and informative. As for a favourite Syrah: Boschkloof Epilogue from Stellenbosch is absolutely magic!

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks! I need to try that Syrah...

[@phiphophum7727]

hi, greetings from South Africa - my favourites are : Tamboerskloof, Ernie Els Proprieters and Saronsberg Syrah/Shiraz (Here in ZA winemakers use either culitivar label)

[@jontyespen313]

Mullineux syrah, Kevin Arnold Shiraz, Vergelegen Reserve shiraz and Hartenberg for a cheaper option... those are my faves

[@joantrendafilov7963]

good video, i am gonna keep watching, i am having exams on international wine profiles soon and this could help!

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks!

[@spiritalex9397]

Thanks a lot for greeting me in your video! Didn't have time to watch this one before because I have been very busy during the last days as a result of trying to "build" my own wine cellar, at the moment. Its funny that I had Syrah in my glass yesterday and maybe I should have read some discriptions of the typical taste of this grape variety before because I never (or at least I don't remember) recognized pepper in Syrah before which confuses me a bit. I have no problem with smelling pepper as spice and I drank a Zweigelt a few weeks ago which tasted like pepper and I also think I once had Malbec with pepper taste aswell but never in Syrah. Maybe I was just unlucky with never having had pepper in it although I have already had a few or I have a problem with smelling and tasting pepper just in Syrah? However, you were asking for our favourite Syrahs and mine is: MAS D'AUZIERES "SYMPATHIE POUR LES STONES", Coteaux du Languedoc, 2013. It really impressed me because of its intense taste for blackberries, which I liked a lot.

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

You seem to be very sensitive to Rotundone. I need to try the sympathy pour les Stones - the name is great.

[@spiritalex9397]

@@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine If you really do so, please tell me what you think about it. Would be really curious to get to know the view of a real expert.

[@sgtenologo]

Great video! Today, Penfolds Bin 28. Imported wines are expensive in Brazil, and our national Syrah has shown great results, but different then Rhône and Australia.

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks!

[@numanuma20]

Oh

[@BatCaveOz]

I just discovered your channel. I can't wait to binge watch you episodes. I'm an expat living in Australia (and probably biased), but I feel Tellurian Redline Shiraz 2018 is about as good as it gets. (and great value at about $30AUS / $20EUR) It is pretty hard to find a Shiraz from the the Heathcote district that isn't excellent... although they only started really getting popular about 10 years ago.

[@steinature]

Good video, for hobby I planted 3 shyras plants. So when i want to to go bicktime on my sandy high bit foresty sour area I should barrel my wine on fresly oak barrels because this wine won't absorb to mutch of that taste. Not to weak against early spring frost and fast ready to harvest and wild like my English writing, i like it 🇪🇺🌱📈😁

[@sargonbardau8544]

Grape vnes from Shiraz (Iran) were transplanted in Australia, hense, the name Shiraz. Syrah, same grape variety is from France.

[@user-wb9jj4xe2i]

Torbreck - The Factor. 2013 or 2016 are both excellent. Shiraz by Farr is beautiful as well - I only have the 2020 an 2021 vintages and they taste great now… it will be interesting to see what they are like in 10 years time.

[@xferme]

My favorite one is the Croatian vinery Krauthaker’s Syrah

[@marknelson8724]

Favorite Syrah is too tough as I am a big fan of the variety. One of the very memorable ones was a Mr. Riggs Piebald Syrah from the Adelaide Hills of Australia. It is most definitely a cool climate Syrah and not a Shiraz. This would be a tough one in a blind tasting as most people would recognize it as Syrah but would probably not be able to say where in the world it comes from as it is so obviously not from Barossa Valley or the McLaren Vale.

[@EmpressOfIron]

I just have to say that the esthetic aspect of your videos is sublime. And there is no praise for wines produced in the USA here, am I right?

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks. I do like US wines!

[@rickbawden988]

Grange by Penfolds out of South Australia is very nice but St Henry gives Ita good run for the money, being about 1/6th the price. Then there's Henschke's Hill of Grace also rather yummy. Wynns also produce some crackers out of the Coonawarra, Heathcote in Victoria produce some sensational Shiraz's as well as the Great Southern in Western Australia, such as Poachers Ridge, Gilberts and Dukes. I love the Great Southern.

[@TheGamersGuide819]

This wine is strong!

[@joegill3707]

Australian always mention Grange as our outstanding red but I disagree. The best Australian Red I tasted was a 1990 E & E Black Pepper Shiraz from the Barossa Valley in South Australia. Magnificent, balanced, rich and delectable. Try some!

[@greggbull9543]

I opened a 2006 La Chapelle Hermitage by Paul Jaboulet at Christmas and it was excellent.

[@gonzaloarias212]

Wow, wunderbar Konstantin, vielen Dank für den tollen Video, ich habe viel gelernt! Als argentinier kann ich dir die argentinische Sirahs aus der Provinz La Rioja (ungefähr 600 km nördlich von Mendoza). Ich hätte auch noch eine Frage an dich: ist die Douce Noir die gleiche DNA wie die argentinische Bonarda? (Übrigens, aus La Rioja kommen auch tolle Vertreter, kein Frost, super warm) Es macht riesige Spaß dein Kanal zu folgen, alles gute und Danke noch Mal!

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Danke!

[@kenkiriyama1958]

Torbreck "The Factor", Penfolds bin 389 (Cab-Shiraz), Glaetzer: Anaperenna and Amon-Ra. Sons of Eden "Remus old vine Shiraz", Sidney Wilcox vine dried Shiraz. Would like to try Kaesler "Old Bastard", Henschke, D'Arenberg "Dead Arm Shiraz".

[@lauracanna2201]

I need go try more Shiraz/Syrah as so far it hasn't been one of my favourites 😁

[@LiveLifeLasting]

Great video, I always liked Syrah. Since Northern Rhône is more expensive I usually look at Langue d’Oc for some nice ones, just recently got a Castalides Icône La Grange (Premier Cru) which is waiting for me in the cellar :) How does the style of Langue d’oc compare to Northern Rhône when it comes to Syrah? 🤔

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks. I would say, that many of the Languedoc Syrah wines are blended with other varieties, so they are not only the expression of Syrah. On top of that Northern Rhone wines tend to be fresher, more structured and less alcoholic. I guess not many people would argue against the fact that the best Syrahs from France are from the Northern Rhone ... in general!

[@lucasproctor7464]

Big fan of Rusack from Santa Ynez (Ballard Canyon)

[@omission6919]

Columella is literally the greatest wine I've ever had

[@chopchopkim2864]

Hi Konstantin! Really appreciate the nice video. I have a question regarding the peppery note in Shiraz. When you say it is peppery, is it mostly related to aroma and flavor of pepper or is it also related to the spicy and piquant "feeling" it gives in the mouth (and also nose maybe). Whenever I taste australian shiraz, and feel like I caught the peppery note, I also feel the spicy, piquant and refreshing feeling in my mouth and nostrills. Should I distinguish this spicy and piquant feeling from peppery note as it may be derived from high alcohol rather than "Rotundone"? Or can this feeling also come from the peppery note in Shiraz? Many thanks always!!

[@kentpiano2600]

My favourite syrah is Côte Rotie

[@kentpiano2600]

And now: Duncan Savage Syrah South Africa, absolutely in the Northern Rhône style :-x

[@typerightseesight]

this stuffs pretty good. man. froot/10.

[@gabrielealessandromansi2891]

Some very interesting shiraz in Lazio (Casale del Giglio) and Piemonte Monferrato (Tenuta Tenaglia), maybe you tasted them

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

I have not tasted the Syrahs from those two wineries but I have tasted some good ones from Italy!

[@EmpressOfIron]

7:30 you are wearing a black pepper shirt! 😆

[@schmidydiddy]

For wine breakdowns can you include guidelines for cellaring? Trying to learn wine that are fuller but less tannic like the Aussie style do not need to be cellared nearly as l9ng?

[@grasielamyenglishschool7430]

To be honest, I haven’t really tried a lot of Syrah/ Shiraz wines. What would you recommend I try first? Nice shirt btw! Thanks, Grasiela

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks. I would start with some classics: Crozes Hermitage and Barossa Shiraz are good starting points.

[@Secular_Iran_GE]

its iranian wine yeah,city shiraz is located in Iran

[@Secular_Iran_GE]

@Get off my lawn it is ,go get some knowledge

[@thethirstymason9684]

Have you ever tried clonakilla shiraz? It's a super cool climate shiraz and very elegant.

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Yes, I have. It is a great wine.

[@quovadis5172]

Moin. Abonniert. Grüß aus Südafrika.

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks!

[@jameswingad3212]

The best Shiraz I ever tasted was the Armagh by Jim Barry while in Europe it´s hard to escape Guigal.

[@leidygiroux1686]

Can you do cinsault next?

[@clydeblair9622]

You speak great colloquial American.

[@sentimentalbloke185]

Strange to do a video on shiraz & not mention Penfold's Grange which is considered the new world's only equivalent to a first growth, or Henschke's famed Hill of Grace, the best regarded single-vineyard shiraz in the country. Also, Bin 389 is a blend that's predominately Cab Sauvignon.

[@robertlonergan9401]

What's the lowdown on white shiraz,/syrah. Is it worth seeking out? Its not that plentiful as far as I'm aware. Thanks

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Probably worth trying but I have not tasted any.

[@AmIJustinTyme]

Black Bart from Krupp y Stagecoach Vineyard

[@sportsfanivosevic9885]

Mature Shiraz wine (9 or more years) makes the best beef gravy.

[@vandinh1707]

Is that worth to buy penfolds, I didn’t find them taste as good for the their price. Wolf blass are cheaper but taste magnificent

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

It depends on the wine but they have some great wines.

[@richardwhite2730]

My favourite shiraz Is penfolds grange Nothing comes close. Unfortunately to expensive to enjoy very often. Nothing comes close

[@robertlonergan9401]

Hi Konstantin, I hope I'm not being annoying but it sounds like you are not aware of white Shiraz and as a master of wine,I find this surprising I was going to order some from my local wine merchant(Red Nose wine,Tipperary, Ireland) but I didn't want to buy something that would not work. I have seen this wine on various sites and I think Australia produces it mostly. Anyway thanks for replying.

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

As far as I know, White Shiraz is a synonym for Trebbiano. If you are interested in the wine you should try it but I have not tasted it and cannot recommend it.

[@robertlonergan9401]

Thanks for the reply!

[@Soulvinum]

Get m3 a job next to you.I wanna leave Uk and star my busyness

[@knottymatt]

Penfolds Grange has to be the prime example. Surprises me Australia's not top for production.

[@guillermoguerrero58]

Is it true that Syrah is the grape (or wine) with the highest level of alkalinity?

[@clydeblair9622]

Rhone! Tannins. Character. Prunes. Pepper. Smoke. Yes. Grrrr.

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Good summary 😉

[@louiszelf]

Great channel. Funny though, how you pronounce all grape varieties in German :-)

[@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine]

Thanks! 😃

[@stewall101]

For someone (like, me) who is not familiar with the names of wines, regions, etc., the closed captions ruined this video for me. Clearly you were giving out a lot of useful information but I couldn't understand the names you were saying and the CC didn't help. This is not meant to be critical but just an FYI to help people like me understand better the information you are sharing. Perhaps placing the specific name, region, etc., up on the screen, would be helpful. Great video, thanks.

[@squaretrousseau]

@KonstantinBaumMasterofWine I'm a huge fun with a question: why do you always pronounce it "Surah"? Shouldn't "Syrah" be pronounced "Sira" or "Shiraz"?

[@freddieslaughter1107]

I don't like the taste of oak, what are some good wines?

[@VEGANOENCHILE]

Syrah limited release of sutil wines from Chile

[@ShadowOfMoria]

Rotundone, ah now I know the taste that I hate in Syrah, thank you

[@JbarkerSprott]

What about aging?

[@kevinquinn3607]

Eisle Vineyard Syrah Napa valley