Syrah/Shiraz vs Carignan/Cariñena
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
Carignan/Cariñena
Red grape
Carignan/Cariñena — major Mediterranean red grape of Spanish origin. Produces robust wines with dark fruit, spice, and firm tannins; key in Languedoc.