Syrah/Shiraz vs Carignan/Cariñena

Syrah/Shiraz

Red Rebsorte

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 Rebsorte

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