Smooth and generous, a focused beam of bright plum and blueberry flavors playing against savory notes, hinting at smoke and roasted red peppers as the finish lingers. Drink now through 2015. 500 cases made.??–HS??Region: Australia / Barossa / Barossa Valley Select to Add

Like all of the 2005 offerings from Tait, this flirts with overripeness, hinting at alcoholic heat and raisiny fruit. The payoff is in the lush mouthfeel and supple tannins, dark plum-prune flavors and immensely likeable hints of licorice on the powerful finish. Drink now–2012.——J.C.(11/1/2007)—— 89