This elegant red appears to have been inspired by classic European rather than South Australian winemaking. The 2003 Shiraz is a terrific, tightly-knit offering that has more in common with a Cote Rotie than most Australian Shiraz. Aged in 20% new 500 liter French puncheons, and 80% neutral wood, it reveals a floral nose of violets, honeysuckle, black raspberries, and cassis. Boasting extraordinary elegance and complexity as well as an opulent, multi-layered palate, good acidity, and a ripe, heady finish, this beauty can be drunk now and over the next 7-8 years. Importer: Ken Onish & John Gorman, Southern Starz, Huntington Beach, CA; tel. (714) 892-3030