1
: a grape whose skin has a dark blue to bluish-black color that was originally grown in the northern valley of the Rhone and is now widely grown elsewhere (as in California and Australia)
also
: a vine producing Syrah grapes
2
: a red wine made from Syrah grapes
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Named for its finesse and elegance, this Syrah rosé reflects the Renzoni family's Italian winemaking heritage.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
Louisiana's growth is linked to investments by companies such as Hyundai Motor Group, Syrah Resources, Shell Catalysts & Technologies, Intralox, Prolec GE, Mid South Extrusion, Ascentek, Inc., and Climeworks, according to the Louisiana Economic Development.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
The sublime mountain range is contoured by fields of orange trees, olive and almond groves, and wineries abundant with Malvasia and Syrah grapes, while native goats graze along the rugged terrain.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 July 2025
Etienne Coronati, Lee’s reserve blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre is possible thanks to the knowledge and relationships Lee and his wife and business partner Morét Braelynn Chavez gained while working alongside influential Rhône winemaker Philippe Cambie, who passed away in 2021.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 15 July 2025
Latta Wines, founded in 2011, is dedicated to showcasing Rhône varietals like Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre, beautifully expressing the unique interplay of Washington’s soils and climate with these Old-World grapes.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
His 2022 Fraternity red blend contains 64 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 16 percent Petit Verdot, 12 percent Syrah, and 8 percent Merlot.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 10 July 2025
But the blend is serious: 46% Pinot Noir, 25% Sangiovese, 20% Petite Sirah, 3% Black Muscat, 3% Carignan and 2% Syrah, sourced across vineyards and appellations.
—Lana Bortolot, Forbes.com, 4 July 2025
The blend includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah varietals.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 1 July 2025
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
Louisiana's growth is linked to investments by companies such as Hyundai Motor Group, Syrah Resources, Shell Catalysts & Technologies, Intralox, Prolec GE, Mid South Extrusion, Ascentek, Inc., and Climeworks, according to the Louisiana Economic Development.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
The sublime mountain range is contoured by fields of orange trees, olive and almond groves, and wineries abundant with Malvasia and Syrah grapes, while native goats graze along the rugged terrain.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 July 2025
Etienne Coronati, Lee’s reserve blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre is possible thanks to the knowledge and relationships Lee and his wife and business partner Morét Braelynn Chavez gained while working alongside influential Rhône winemaker Philippe Cambie, who passed away in 2021.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 15 July 2025
Latta Wines, founded in 2011, is dedicated to showcasing Rhône varietals like Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre, beautifully expressing the unique interplay of Washington’s soils and climate with these Old-World grapes.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
His 2022 Fraternity red blend contains 64 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 16 percent Petit Verdot, 12 percent Syrah, and 8 percent Merlot.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 10 July 2025
But the blend is serious: 46% Pinot Noir, 25% Sangiovese, 20% Petite Sirah, 3% Black Muscat, 3% Carignan and 2% Syrah, sourced across vineyards and appellations.
—Lana Bortolot, Forbes.com, 4 July 2025
The blend includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah varietals.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 1 July 2025
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“Syrah.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Syrah. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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