Syrah/Shiraz vs Malbec
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
Malbec
Red grape
Malbec — Originated in Cahors, France (as Côt), but found fame in Argentina's Mendoza region. It produces full-bodied wines with plush dark berry.