About Rhone Varietals

Rhone varietals is a term used to describe wines produced of the Marsanne, Roussanne, Viognier, Grenache, Carignan, Cinsault, Syrah and Petite Sirah grapes. These wines can either be produced from 100% of a single varietal or a blend. These varietals were original cultivars of the Rhone region of France where they thrived and were later transplanted around the world.Syrah and Mourvedre tend to be full-bodied, rich, and flavorful reds while Grenache and Carignane tend to the lighter side of the spectrum.

Top Picks for Rhone Varietals

Wakefield 2019 The Pioneer Shiraz
95 points
$140
Intense and richly decadent now; this is a Syrah that will likely shine brightest at around 10 to 12 years old.
Morambro Creek 2022 Single Vineyard Shiraz
94 points
$25
A seamless and elegant Shiraz with deep wells of fruit supported by stylish vanilla-kissed oak and super fine tannins.
Mira Winery 2009 Hyde Vineyard Syrah
94 points
$45
Skewing a bit tertiary but the sanguine notes here are delicious and highlighted with dried red and black fruits and the power of Syrah compels you to drink it; think grilled meats with a black fruit BBQ sauce.
Mira Winery 2010 Hyde Vineyard Syrah
94 points
$45
A ripe, rich, and intense Syrah that can push that average Cabernet Sauvignon out of the way and land on your dinner table; embrace the layers of savory flavors as this wine should have a long life ahead of it.
Wakefield 2021 St Andrews Shiraz
94 points
$50
Kind of extra but in the most delicious sort of way.
Mt. Monster 2022 Single Vineyard Shiraz
94 points
$13
Best Buy
Just damn tasty Syrah! A little bit Aussie, a little bit Cali, and a little bit riper vintage Rhone while being all around delicious.
94 points $13 Best Buy
Morambro Creek 2021 Single Vineyard Shiraz
94 points
$25
This rich and complex Shiraz is a natural pairing for some bacon wrapped dates and grilled filet.
Pertaringa 2021 Belonging To The Hills Reserve Shiraz
94 points
$37
Give this a few years of cellar age and pair this with a grass fed rack of lamb; really just beautiful.
Sidewood 2022 Estate Shiraz
94 points
$17
Best Buy
Fruity and savory, this would make a distinctive house red that definitely deserves a second glass; a funky nose with tantalizing fruit on the palate.
94 points $17 Best Buy
Wakefield 2020 St Andrews Shiraz
94 points
$50
Just beautiful intensity and concentration of fruit; great now but should evolve with time.