Revealing a cooler climate style, the 2004 Shiraz reveals abundant richness, but more nuances as well as a more streamlined character, which Europhiles will find more palatable than the bigger-than-life 2003. The 2004 should drink well young, yet age nicely for 10-12 years. This red is a concentrated, full-throttle effort representing a classic example of Barossa winemaking, and, like so many Australian and New Zealand wines, it is finished with a screw cap.Importer: Vine Street Imports, Philadelphia, PA; tel. (215) 533-9463

Rich but not heavy, with a lovely open feel to the pure blackberry, pomegranate and rhubarb flavors, lingering on the generous, slightly peppery finish. Has some tannins to lose. Drink now through 2012. 600 cases made, 400 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Barossa / Barossa Valley Select to Add