Deep garnet-purple, the 2008 Oracle Shiraz is scented of creme de cassis and blueberry tart over stewed plums, salami and black olives. Full bodied and concentrated on the palate, it has a medium to firm level of chewy tannins, enlivening acid and a long finish. Drinking now, it should keep to 2018+.
Importer: Old Bridge Cellars, Napa, CA; www.oldbridgecellars.com