The 2007 Underhill Shiraz spent 21 months in 50% new French oak. It exhibits a remarkably similar aromatic and flavor profile to the dry Red Wine No. 2. Complex, elegant, satin-textured, ripe and long in the finish, it, too, will cellar well for several years and provide pleasure from 2012 to 2022. Yarra Yering, along with Mount Mary, is considered by Australian experts to be one of the two finest wineries in Yarra Valley. The only cautionary note is the death of Dr. Bailey Carrodus in September, 2008. He founded and nearly single-handedly ran the winery from 1973 until his death. One can only hope that this gem of a winery will continue on uninterrupted.Importer: Old Bridge Cellars, Napa, CA; www.oldbridgecellars.com

A distinctive style, offering meaty, slightly gamy character around a supple core of cherry and plum fruit. The silky texture and elegant structure define this best. Drink now through 2017. 50 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Victoria / Yarra Valley Select to Add

Shiraz complexity in a glass: herbal, smoky and meaty, all tied together by a core of berryish fruit. This is classic cool-climate Shiraz, combining concentration and flavor intensity with medium body and barely perceptible tannins. It’s elegant and nuanced, never rich or heavy, with a long finish. Drink now-2025.——J.C.(3/1/2010)—— 93