Syrah grapevines for sale

Syrah

Syrah is a dark-skinned red grape variety known for producing deeply colored, structured wines with powerful aromatics and aging potential. It is widely planted around the world and expresses distinct regional character, ranging from savory and peppery in cooler climates to richer and more fruit-driven in warmer regions.

  • Originated in the Rhône Valley of southeastern France
  • Ripening Period: Mid season
  • Moderate vigor
  • Moderate yield
Availability

Preferred Climate

Syrah performs best in a warm Mediterranean climate with ample sunshine and well-drained soils. It benefits from moderate temperature variation to preserve acidity while achieving full phenolic ripeness. Excessive heat can lead to overripe flavors, while cooler sites emphasize spice and structure.

Viticultural Characteristics

Syrah produces small to medium clusters with small, thick-skinned berries that contribute deep color and firm tannins. The vine exhibits moderate vigor and benefits from careful canopy management to ensure balanced sunlight exposure and airflow. It is susceptible to wind damage and coulure during flowering, and crop management is important to achieve concentration and uniform ripening. Syrah performs best in well-drained soils that moderate vine vigor and enhance structure.

Wine Profile

Syrah wines are typically full-bodied with moderate to high tannins and balanced acidity. Aromatically, they display blackberry, plum, and blueberry, often accompanied by black pepper, violet, olive, smoke, and savory herbal notes. On the palate, the wines are rich and structured, with a dark fruit core and a persistent, sometimes spicy finish. With age, Syrah can develop complex secondary characteristics such as leather, cured meat, earth, and dried herbs while maintaining depth and balance.

Clones

  • FPS 7 - Equivalent to French clone 877. Low vigor, low to high yield. Small cluster size.
  • FPS 23 - Equivalent to Tablas Creek clone C and French clone 383.
  • FPS 24 - Equivalent to Tablas Creek clone D and French clone 174.
  • FPS 25 - Equivalent to Tablas Creek clone E and French clone 300.
  • FPS 26 - Sourced from Australia. Moderate to high vigor and yield.
  • FPS 27 - (Researching)