The Sauternes-like sweet white, the 2005 Semillon Cane Cut For Love or Money (which was aged in 100% new French oak), possesses 263 grams of residual sugar. This medium gold-colored, honeyed offering displays plenty of caramel, tropical fruit, and creme brulee-like characteristics. A dead-ringer for a top-notch Sauternes, it can be drunk now, but promises to last for 10-15 years. Importer: Paterno Imports, Lake Bluff, IL; tel. (847) 604-8900

Very sweet and syrupy, strong on the honey character, with something resembling rosemary sneaking in on the round, generous finish. Not for all tastes, but it has character. Drink now through 2012. 200 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Barossa / Barossa Valley Select to Add