The red grape variety originates from France. There are over 80 synonyms that testify to its great age and worldwide distribution in almost all wine-growing countries. The most important from a historical perspective are Hermitage, Shiraz (Australia); Antournerein Noir, Candive, Marsanne Noir, Marsanne Noire, Petite Sirrah, Petite Syrah, Scyras, Sérène, Serine, Sira, Sirac, Sirah, Syra, Syrac (France); Balsamina, Neiretta Cunese, Neiretta del Monregalese, Neiretta del Rosso, Neiretta di Saluzzo, Zagarese (Italy); Neretto del Beinale (Spain); Shiraz (South Africa); Zizak (Montenegro).
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