Originally from the Middle East, probably from the town of Shiraz, the grape variety is grown successfully in many wine growing areas in France, Spain, Greece, Italy, Bulgaria, Russia, Portugal and in the warmest areas of the New World (Australia, California, Argentina, South Africa). Used exclusively for wine making, it is mixed with other international reds, which gives it greater strength and better harmony.
LEAF
Medium, pentagonal, pentalobate, U-shaped peziolar sinus with overlapping edges, closed upper lateral sinuses, closed lower lateral sinuses. Irregular teeth.
CLUSTER
Medium, long, cylindrical, winged, loose.
GRAPE
Medium - small, oval, very itchy skin, blue colour.
AVERAGE CLUSTER WEIGHT
230 grams
PHENOLOGICAL EPOCHS
Sprouting: medium - late Colour change: medium
Flowering: medium - early Maturation: medium
COMMENT ON THE CLONE
French clone vigorous, discreet and consistent production. High fertility. Suitable for well exposed, bright and sunny soils. Recommended training systems: GUYOT with medium - long prunings. Biotype sensitive to rot in rainy years. It begins to be used also in the Northern zones, but it prefers temperate climatic zones where it gives excellent results.
