As for the 1998 Shiraz, it shows an opaque purple color, plenty of sweet, jammy, black pepper-infused berry fruit, full body, some notes of charcoal, earth, and spice in this medium to full-bodied, opulently textured, user-friendly wine. Drink it over the next 5-6 years. Importer: Dan Philips, The Grateful Palate, Oxnard, CA; tel. (888) 472-5283