Very deep garnet-purple colored, the 2008 Covenant Shiraz presents aromas of Chinese dried plums, mulberries and black cherry pie over mocha, anise and cloves. Full bodied and generously fruited in the mouth, it has very crisp acid and a medium to firm level of chewy tannins, finishing long with hints of stewed tea. Drink this one now to 2017. Importer: Old Bridge Cellars, Napa, CA; www.oldbridgecellars.com

Plush, generous and well-focused, with fresh-tasting cherry and pomegranate flavors that meld nicely with mineral and white pepper notes, lingering against refined tannins. Drink now through 2018. 1,500 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Clare Valley Select to Add