The 2007 Covenant Shiraz has a deep garnet color with a tinge of purple in the rim. It displays intense notes of fresh blackberry, black currant, toast, marmite, black olive and cumin seed plus a touch of meat. Medium-high acid and medium-firm, finely grained tannins support the full-bodied, richly fruited flesh, finishing long. Approachable now, it should continue to develop and drink to 2019. Importer: Old Bridge Cellars, Napa, CA, www.oldbridgecellars.com

Steely, powerful and focused, showing a welcome freshness to the licorice-accented blackberry, dark plum and black cherry flavors, lingering on the finish along with hints of pepper and clove. Best from 2012 through 2020. 750 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Clare Valley Select to Add