July 25, 2026
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What are those tiny crystals you sometimes see clinging to the bottom of a cork? The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in.

A. Minerals

B. Tartrates

C. Sugar that has precipitated out of the wine

D. Very tiny glass shavings

The Name Shiraz

International Shiraz Day was established by Australian wine companies in 2020 and has since been celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of July. Herewith, some information on the name Shiraz. The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in.

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