Fat Bastard Shiraz Wines

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Welcome to the board, Kaz. For notes on other Australian (Oz) wines, go down to the thread on Australia/new Zealand/South Africa. For notes on Syrah, go to the Rhone thread. Syrah and Shiraz are made from the same grape, grown in different regions, and the wines produced in those regions differ in style; Shiraz tends to be fruity, in-your-face, while Syrah tends to be more subtle with earthy undertones. Syrah is also frequently blended with other grapes, such as Mourvedre. Read, taste, taste, read, make notes, and develop your own preferences.