French-style Syrah’s typically pair well with all sorts of lamb-inspired themes or wild game, venison. Australian Shiraz carries considerable food-pairing flexibility and shows remarkably well with all sorts of bar barbecue options, burgers, brats, beef stews, lamb, venison, game birds and meat lover’s pizza.

Cheese pairing for Syrah include: smokey and creamy blue cheese, goat gouda, and mild sheep cheeses.