From its hilly, cool-climate home in France’s Northern Rhône, Syrah has traveled the world. The grape made its way to Australia in the late 19th century, and in the ‘80s a group of winemakers in California called the Rhône Rangers championed the variety stateside.
In France, where it’s known as Syrah, the grape is renowned for its distinct savory notes, with hints of smoked meats, black olives, and cracked black pepper. But in Australia, where the variety goes by Shiraz, it shows off its more rich and concentrated side, with blueberry and plum flavors. All of this to say, this grape contains multitudes. Especially here in the U.S., from the wind gaps of Santa Barbara to the hillside vineyards of Sonoma and southern Oregon’s Applegate Valley, the country’s varying terroirs show off Syrah’s full range of characteristics.
So whether you’re a diehard Syrah drinker or looking to dive deep into its broad world of expressions, it’s time to seek out these bottles that represent a new era for the variety. Here are the 19 best Syrahs for 2024.
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Paringa is a project by the Hickinbotham family, which has been making wine in South Australia for over 87 years. It has wild berries and slight hints of earthy pepper on the nose. The palate is soft and balanced with
