The unwooded blend of 60% Grenache, 20% Mourvedre, and 20% Shiraz, the 2002 Juveniles, is a crunchy, deliriously fruity red offering aromas of kirsch liqueur, pepper, and spice box in a fruit-driven, full-bodied style that is immensely captivating as well as satisfying. It is meant to be enjoyed over the next 5-6 years. Importer: Deborah Gray, The Australian Wine Connection, Carlsbad, CA; tel. (760) 438-5714

Earthy, dusky blackberry and anise flavors have distinction and persistence, filling out nicely on the plump finish, framed with a layer of chunky tannins. Grenache, Mataro (Mourvèdre) and Shiraz. Drink now through 2006. 7,000 cases made, 2,500 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Barossa / Barossa Valley Select to Add

Named for a wine bar in Paris for which this wine was formulated, this is a GSM with 60% Grenache, and equal parts Shiraz and Mourvedre. In past vintages, I’ve found it lean and herbal, but this vintage brings flavors of ripe plum and cherry fruit, and earth, in equal measure. Light- to medium-bodied in the mouth, it’s 100% tank fermented, with bread flour and eucalyptus aromas. ——D.T.(2/1/2004)—— 90