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Spark In The Night - SYRAH 2022
€20,00
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Jojen
7-Mi Kilometar, Boulevard "Tsarigradsko shose" 141, 1784 Sofia, Bulgaria
Open Monday - Saturday, 9am - 6pm
Don Vito
g.k. Lagera, "Tsar Boris III" Blvd 80, 1612 Sofia, Bulgaria
Open Monday - Saturday, 8:30-21:30
Pirinski Prohod 39
39 ул. „Пирински проход“
Open Monday - Saturday, 8:30-21:30
Syrah – History of One of the Most Iconic Wine Grapes
Syrah is one of the most recognizable and beloved red wine grape varieties in the world. Its history is long, filled with legends, scientific discoveries, and winemaking traditions that trace its influence from antiquity to modern viticulture.
Origin and Ancient Legends
The name “Syrah” is often linked to the mythical city of Shiraz in ancient Persia (modern-day Iran). According to popular legends, the variety was brought to France by Crusaders or even by the Phoenicians. Although these stories add romance and mystique, modern science shows that Syrah’s roots are much closer to Europe.
True Origin – France
Genetic analyses conducted in the late 20th century proved that Syrah is an indigenous variety from the Rhône Valley in France. It is a natural cross between two ancient French grapes – Dureza and Mondeuse Blanche. This discovery dismissed the Near Eastern origin and firmly established Syrah within French wine history.
Development in France
The variety has been documented in Northern Rhône since the Middle Ages and gradually became a symbol of the region. The most renowned appellations that glorify Syrah include:
– Côte-Rôtie – known for elegant, aromatic wines;
– Hermitage – producing powerful, full-bodied, long-lived wines;
– Cornas – home to some of the most concentrated and serious Syrah in the world.
Global Expansion
From the 19th century onward, Syrah began spreading beyond France:– Australia – where it is known as Shiraz, producing rich, bold, sun-drenched wines;– South Africa – where it became one of the leading red varieties;– United States – thriving especially in California and Washington State;– Mediterranean Europe – adopted in Spain, Italy, and Greece due to its heat tolerance.
Global Success of Syrah
Today Syrah is one of the most widely cultivated varieties worldwide. Its success stems from its adaptability to different climates, its characteristic flavor profiles, and its excellent aging potential.
Syrah in Bulgaria – Modern Development and Importance
Over the past two decades, Syrah has become one of the most promising international varieties in Bulgaria. Thanks to the warm climate, long summers, and sunny plains, the grape adapts exceptionally well and shows potential comparable to leading wine regions.
Distribution in Bulgarian Wine Regions
Syrah is increasingly present in:
– Thracian Lowlands;
– South Sakar;
– Danube Plain;
– Black Sea region.
Characteristics of Bulgarian Syrah
Bulgarian Syrah often features intense aromas of black fruits, spices, solid structure, and good aging potential. Many Bulgarian wineries receive international awards for their Syrah – both as a single-varietal wine and in blends.
Future in Bulgaria
The variety enjoys growing interest and will likely remain strategically important for Bulgarian viticulture in the years ahead.