Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2009 Shiraz offers an intense nose of crushed blackberries, eucalypt and spearmint with nuances of chocolate and licorice. Full bodied with plenty of juicy berry and mint flavors in the mouth, it has a medium level of grainy tannins and lively acid, finishing long. Drink it now to 2014. Importer: Miller Squared Inc, Buffalo Grove, IL

Deep garnet-purple in color, 2009 Stable Hill Shiraz has intense aromas of blueberry preserves and blackcurrant cordial with an undercurrent of cardamom, anise and cloves. The full bodied palate has plenty of ripe, fleshy berry fruit with high acidity, a medium level of soft tannins and medium-long finish. Drink it now through 2013. Importer: Miller Squared Inc, Buffalo Grove, IL