Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2009 Shiraz offers pronounced notes of crushed blackberries, blackcurrant and black pepper with hints of Mediterranean herbs, damp soil, tree bark and cumin seeds. Medium to full bodied, taut and very crisp in the mouth, it has a medium to firm level of chewy tannins and just enough mid-palate flesh, finishing long and peppery. Drinking now, it should keep to 2016. Importer: The Wine Angel; www.Wine-Angel.com

The 2008 Shiraz is produced from fruit coming from Clare Valley (70%) and McLaren Vale (30%). Very deep garnet-purple colored, it presents intense blackberry, black cherry, floral, mocha and dried mint aromas. Crisp, structured with medium-firm fine tannins, this full bodied wine has a pleasantly savory character combined with the dark berry fruit on the palate, giving a long finish with just an edge of bitterness. Drink it now to 2015. Importer: The Wine Angel; www.Wine-Angel.com