How many of you don't? I'm trying to decide wether or not to add one to my smallish wine list at my restaurant.
2007-02-28 07:52:40 · 11 answers · asked by kindofkitty 6 in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits
All of these answers are great so far. I may have to let this one go to a vote. I will say that I have one in mind that is very good. Bridlewood is the vineyard from California. I'm also putting their Viognier on the list. It's delicious!
2007-03-01 09:49:45 · update #1
Syrah is an incredibly versatile and durable wine. It is a great wine to pair with food and there are plenty of different styles around the world (French Rhone, Aussie Shiraz and California's Napa and Central coast regions). Also, it is a grape that is ready to drink now, no need to cellar. You will find that the rise in this particular varietal's popularity will continue to rise.
2007-02-28 08:08:44 · answer #1 · answered by Michael K 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm quite a fan of syrah/shiraz. That's actually the wine that made me start enjoying wine and drinking it regularly. (A few years later, and I have a bit of an obsession with it even...)
If your restaurant has grilled steak entrees or a good steak sandwich, a moderately priced syrah would be a great addition. Given the typical restaurant markup, I'd stick with something that retails for around $8-10 at a wine shop (wholesale for a bit less) so you can sell it for $16-18 and have enough interest to make it worthwhile. I've recommended it before for other answers, but I'm a big fan of Rock Rabbit, and, for a bit more pocket change, Vinum Cellars Pets Petite Sirah.
2007-02-28 14:56:40 · answer #2 · answered by Dr.Fishie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love good Syrah, especially from the northern Rhone. These can be a hard sell for some restaurants. Depending on what type of cuisine you serve and what else is already on your wine list you might want to stick with a moderately priced California Syrah or an Australian Shiraz.
2007-02-28 08:02:43 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Syrah/Shiraz is not on the top of my favorites list, but if you have ten reds on your list certainly this should be one unless you specialize elsewhere (if you have an Italian ristorante, you can have an entirely Italian wine list, for instance).
2007-02-28 12:16:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do - just bought 2 cases of two buck chuck Syrah from Traders Joes. It is great. Rich and dark.
2007-02-28 10:31:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think I would try a syrah over a merlot, but I would take a cab sav over a syrah if I was eating steak.
2007-02-28 08:23:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am really starting to like Syrah/Shiraz. Australia makes some great ones. it is very food friendly wine like Pinot Noir. You might also want to try a malbec or carmenere from South America. they are also quite nice.
2007-02-28 11:45:45 · answer #7 · answered by Lisa H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Syrah, especially from the Rhone is great. I think you should add some good northern Rhone classics to your list.
2007-03-01 02:23:05 · answer #8 · answered by Sport 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love Shiraz.
You should definitely add it to your wine list. Shiraz (syrah) pairs very well with food.
2007-02-28 08:43:19 · answer #9 · answered by s2pified 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am not a huge fan of reds altogether, as they tend to be to "tannin-y" for me, but if i am going to serve a red i usually pick syrah. its nice & middle of the road, not to dry, not too fruity, and stands up well to my "red-wine" dishes like lambchops or red-sauce pasta. if you are serving lots of hearty dishes (BBQ, beef, pork, stews, etc...) at your restaurant, then go for it. if you serve lighter fare... well maybe not.
2007-02-28 08:23:53 · answer #10 · answered by SmartAleck 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋