Syrah vs Tinta Barroca
Compare Syrah and Tinta Barroca: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Syrah | Tinta Barroca | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | noir | noir |
| Number of wines | 2312 | 1871 |
| Average rating | 3.91 / 5 | 3.81 / 5 |
| Producing countries | France, Australia, United States, Spain, Italy | Portugal, South Africa, Australia, United States, Spain |
Syrah
Structured, elegant reds with deep colour, firm tannins, with intense aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, black pepper, violet, smoked meat, black olive and balsamic notes. Fine ageing potential. Star of the great northern Rhône reds (Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage, Cornas, Saint-Joseph) and pillar of GSM blends in the south (Châteauneuf-du-Pape). Widely exported to Australia as Shiraz (Barossa, McLaren Vale). Cross of dureza × mondeuse blanche.
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Intensely coloured, warm reds, sun-drenched with generous alcohol, with aromas of red and black candied fruits, plum, gentle spices and cocoa notes. Ripe tannins and a broad palate. Traditional partner of touriga nacional and touriga franca in the blends of great Port wines (especially Tawny and Ruby) and modern dry Douro DOC. Native Portuguese variety from the Douro and Trás-os-Montes.
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