Wine Quiz Quiz: The Great Syrah Challenge of 2025 Feb 07, 2025 1 of 10 RIGHT! WRONG! Syrah likely originates in which of these western European countries? France Austria Switzerland Liechtenstein While much of the world calls it Syrah, winemakers in Australia (and a few in other countries) know the grape by which of these names? Syraz Petite Sirah Shiraz Sirac If you’re opening a bottle of a rich Syrah, which of these might make for the tastiest pairing? Asparagus in a vinaigrette Grilled chicken with a citrus-caper sauce Egg salad sandwiches Braised beef short ribs To make their red and rosé wines, wineries in France’s Rhône Valley, as well as in Australia and California, frequently blend Syrah with which of these two grapes? Grenache and Mourvèdre Pinot Noir and Gamay Canaiolo and Sangiovese Tempranillo and Touriga Nacional Which of these is not a hallmark note you’d be likely to find in a Syrah? Black pepper Green bell pepper Licorice Rosemary Sparkling Shiraz wines—made using the méthode Champenoise—are made in Australia. True or false? True False Generally, what characteristics would you most likely expect from a young Syrah? Highly acidic with bright floral notes and low levels of tannins Full-bodied with dark fruit notes and high levels of tannins Medium-bodied with distinctive aromas of grass and green chile pepper Light-bodied and fresh with strawberry, peach and saline notes Syrah received a boost in popularity in California during the 1980s, largely thanks to the efforts of a group of winemakers known as the: Rhone Rangers Hermitage Heroes Syrah Six Cornas Collective For the most part, Syrah will generally grow best in areas that are: Windy and cool with sandy soils Warm and dry with stony soils Rainy and cloudy with short growing seasons At high altitudes with cold temperatures but lots of sunlight In the 1990s, it was discovered that Syrah is likely the offspring of the southeastern French grape Dureza and which other variety? Malbec Merlot Manseng Noir Mondeuse Blanche Next Results Your score is Retake this quiz
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