The 1999 Shiraz (100% Shiraz that achieved 14.5% alcohol and was aged in 50% new oak, most of which was American) is an opaque ruby/purple-colored wine with classic smoky black fruits in the nose, along with some licorice and pepper. The wine is deep, full-bodied, and admirably concentrated, with a plush texture, and serious opulence and length. This thick, juicy fruit bomb can be drunk now and over the next decade. One thousand cases were produced. Importer: Dan Philips, The Grateful Palate, Oxnard, CA; tel. (888) 472-5283

Round, supple and generous, with its firmly packed blackberry, dark plum, pepper and spicy oak flavors. Has impressive depth and beautifully polished textures, and the flavors last and last. Drink now through 2011. 1,014 cases made.??–HS??Region: Australia / Padthaway Select to Add