jfrey wrote:Durbanville Hills Shiraz (South African - 2003) - A woody almost smoky Shiraz, dry without drying, spiced, and with light notes of plum. Strong but not overpowering. Thoughts: Best Shiraz I have had that didn't also break the bank. A wine for strong red wine lovers. Not for most newcomers to wine. Great with meat. Note: The 2003 is far superior to the 2005 and 2007 batches.
Bogle Petite Sirah (California - 2004) - A relatively soft Sirah. Tastes strongly of berry fruits. Rich aroma. Thoughts: A bit light and wet for me, but still enjoyable. A good wine for when you have company.
By the way, just in case anyone didn't know, Petite Sirah is actually a completely separate grape variety from Shiraz/Syrah (which are the same). Petite Sirah is actually the Durif grape, which is why they taste very different from a Shiraz/Syrah.
Sirah/Durif is a derivative of Syrah isn't it? Syrah crossed with another grape variety right?
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jfrey wrote:Durbanville Hills Shiraz (South African - 2003) - A woody almost smoky Shiraz, dry without drying, spiced, and with light notes of plum. Strong but not overpowering. Thoughts: Best Shiraz I have had that didn't also break the bank. A wine for strong red wine lovers. Not for most newcomers to wine. Great with meat. Note: The 2003 is far superior to the 2005 and 2007 batches.
Bogle Petite Sirah (California - 2004) - A relatively soft Sirah. Tastes strongly of berry fruits. Rich aroma. Thoughts: A bit light and wet for me, but still enjoyable. A good wine for when you have company.
By the way, just in case anyone didn't know, Petite Sirah is actually a completely separate grape variety from Shiraz/Syrah (which are the same). Petite Sirah is actually the Durif grape, which is why they taste very different from a Shiraz/Syrah.
Sirah/Durif is a derivative of Syrah isn't it? Syrah crossed with another grape variety right?
I believe that's correct, yes. Syrah and Peloursin I think.
