This classic, dark ruby/purple-tinged Shiraz, aged in equal parts French and American oak, exhibits elegant, restrained floral, cassis, mineral, lavender, and blackberry aromas as well as flavors. Medium to full-bodied, pure, and stylish, it needs 1-2 years of bottle age, and should age for a decade.Importer: Dan Philips, The Grateful Palate, Oxnard, CA; tel. (888) 472-5283

Bright and lively, a juicy mouthful of blueberry, red plum and white pepper flavors, finishing with the merest hint of a tarry note. Attractive now, but it should gain depth with cellaring. Drink now through 2012. 34 cases made.??–HS??Region: Australia / Victoria / Heathcote Select to Add