A blend of Shiraz (42%), Cabernet Sauvignon (32%), and Merlot (26%) the 2009 WillowBend was aged 18 months in new and older American and French hogshead barrels. Deep garnet-purple colored, it offers aromas of crushed black currant, macerated blackberries and cedar with hints of underbrush, Provence herbs and lavender. Full bodied, it has a generous amount of fruit on the palate supported by crisp acid and a medium level of fine grained tannins, finishing long and pure. Drink it now to 2017. Importer: Baum Wine Imports, Aurora, CO.

Soft and inviting, a medium-weight wine, offering licorice and blackberry flavors that swing into a fine-grained finish. Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2014. 650 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Barossa / Barossa Valley Select to Add

2008 Willow Bend Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot gives a medium-deep garnet-purple color and moderate intensity of cassis and pencil shaving aromas with some blackberry, kirsch and dried Mediterranean herbs. The full bodied, fleshy palate is softly tannined with crisp acid and a long fruity finish. Drink this one now to 2014. Importer: Baum Wine Imports, Aurora, CO.