Smooth and focused, with ripe berry and tar flavors on a medium frame, lingering on the spicy finish. Best after 2010. 200 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Langhorne Creek Select to Add

Rich in texture and expressive in flavor, with good depth to the dark berry, mint, eucalyptus and cardamom flavors. The fruit persists through it all into the long, generous finish. Drink now through 2015. 800 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Langhorne Creek Select to Add

Crisp and focused. Balances herbal, savory Cabernet notes against enough rich, dark blueberry and spice flavors from Shiraz to provide a welcome mix. Drink now through 2012. 2,000 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Langhorne Creek Select to Add

The 2003 Shiraz/Cabernet Bernoota (60% Shiraz and 40% Cabernet) reveals a denser, more opaque purple color in addition to plenty of road tar, blackberry, and currant notes, supple tannin, and a fleshy, fruit-driven mouthfeel. Drink this lovely Australian red over the next 3-4 years. Importer: George Galey, American Estates Wines, Summit, NJ; tel. (908) 273-5060

The slightly herbaceous, peppery, medium-bodied 2001 Bernoota is an attractive blend of 60% Shiraz and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. Notes of American oak are noticeable in this chunky, spicy 2001. It will drink well for 3-4 years. American Estates Wines, Inc., Summit, NJ; tel. (908) 273-5060