Winemaker Peter Schultz has turned in a brilliant effort with the 2002 Shiraz. Glorious notes of creme de cassis, raspberry liqueur, licorice, and vanilla (15-20% new oak is utilized) jump from the glass of this inky/ruby/purple-colored Shiraz. Great fruit on the attack is followed by an expansive, full-bodied, deep, harmonious mid-palate, and a long finish. One component of this cuvee emerges from one of South Australia’s oldest Shiraz plots, planted in 1847. This 2002 should drink well for 10-12+ years. American Estates Wines, Inc., Summit, NJ; tel. (908) 273-5060

Ripe and generous, with heady ripe plum and spice flavors, but nicely refined to keep them from overdoing it, picking up a hint of raspberry and a floral note as the flavors linger beautifully. Drink now through 2010. 600 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Barossa / Barossa Valley Select to Add