Tag Archives: Shiraz

AJ Wine Series: Casillero del Diablo Shiraz

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Dustin

This is Part 2 of our new series: wines for the Average Joe (AJ). I am also on a new adventure, as I recently moved from sunny and hot Florida to cloudy and cool Canada. All alcohol here is government-controlled. … Continue reading →

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Que Syrah, Sirah.

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Dustin

A common question that I overhear in my wine store is about the difference between syrah, shiraz, and petite sirah. Are they the same grape? If I like one, will I like the other? The answer is . . . … Continue reading →

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The Casa Castilla Monastrell: a top 10 $10 wine.

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Dustin

GSM wines are blends popular in Australia and the Rhone Valley of France. The term stands for the three varietals used in these blended wines, Grenache/garnacha, shiraz/syrah, and mourvedre. All three of these grapes create excellent wine, and the blended … Continue reading →

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