The 2008 Shiraz has a deep garnet-purple color and pronounced earthy, gamey, marmite and dried Mediterranean herb aromas over a core of lavender, kirsch, menthol, chocolate and cinnamon. High acidity and a medium level of fine tannins structure the medium-full bodied palate with a long, licorice-laced finish. Drink this well-priced beauty from now to 2015+. The Hedonist wines are a range of regionally expressive McLaren Vale bargains produced by Walter Clappis, who also makes Adjenda (called Amicus in other markets). Most of the wines are produced from biodynamically farmed fruit.Importer: The Wine Angel; www.Wine-Angel.com