Cabernet - Syrah/Shiraz is a red blend rather than a single variety, and it traces back to South Australia, Australia.
Structurally it lands at full body, medium-high tannin, medium acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for blackberry, black cherry, plum, spice, oak and herbs.
The regions that matter for it are South Australia and Barossa Valley.
In the vineyard it is marked by late ripening, medium vigour and a preference for warm.
It blends readily with Grenache and Viognier.
Watch for the synonyms: Cabernet Shiraz and Shiraz-Cabernet.
At the table it suits beef teriyaki, roasted lamb rack with rosemary and garlic and field mushrooms with grilled parmesan.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Cabernet Shiraz, Shiraz-Cabernet.
Bottles to look for.
- Domaine de Trevallon, IGP Alpilles, France
- Glaetzer Anaperenna - Godolphin, Barossa Valley, Australia
- Grover Zampa Vineyards La Reserve, Nandi Hills, India
- Hardy's Stamp of Australia Shiraz - Cabernet Sauvignon, South Eastern Australia
- J.P. Chenet Cabernet Sauvignon - Syrah, IGP Pays d'Oc, France
- Jacob's Creek Classic Shiraz - Cabernet Sauvignon, South Eastern Australia
- Klein Constantia 'Anwilka', Stellenbosch, South Africa
- L'Aventure Estate Cuvee, Paso Robles, USA
Cabernet - Syrah/Shiraz: common questions
01.What does Cabernet - Syrah/Shiraz taste like?+
02.Where is Cabernet - Syrah/Shiraz from?+
03.Where is Cabernet - Syrah/Shiraz grown?+
04.What food pairs with Cabernet - Syrah/Shiraz?+
05.What else is Cabernet - Syrah/Shiraz called?+
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Australia.