Syrah vs Alicante Bouschet

Syrah

Red cépage

Syrah/Shiraz — The same red grape known by different names in different regions: Syrah in France and most of Europe, Shiraz in Australia

Alicante Bouschet

Red cépage

Alicante Bouschet — teinturier red grape with red flesh and skin. Produces deeply pigmented wines; widely used for blending in France and Iberia.