Syrah/Shiraz vs Pinotage
The Grapes
Syrah/Shiraz
Red grape
Syrah/Shiraz — The same red grape known by different names in different regions: Syrah in France and most of Europe, Shiraz in Australia
Pinotage
Red grape
Pinotage — South Africa's own grape variety, created in 1925 by crossing Pinot Noir with Cinsault. It produces full-bodied wines with a distinctive.